Accessible Restaurants
Find wheelchair accessible dining at the Jersey Shore. ADA compliant restaurants, accessible patios, and tips for dining out with mobility challenges.
Casino Dining
Best accessibility guaranteed
Outdoor Patios
Often more accessible
Call Ahead
Confirm before you go
Restaurant Types by Accessibility
Casino Restaurants
ADA required. Wide aisles, accessible restrooms, accommodating staff.
Examples: Borgata, Hard Rock, Ocean Casino restaurants
Chain Restaurants
Corporate ADA compliance. Reliable accessibility and accessible restrooms.
Examples: Outback, Olive Garden, TGI Fridays, Applebees
New Construction
Built to modern ADA code. Wide doorways and accessible design.
Examples: Pier Village restaurants, newer Asbury Park spots
Outdoor Dining
Patios and decks often more accessible than interiors.
Examples: Beach bars, boardwalk seating, waterfront decks
Historic Buildings
Victorian and older buildings often have accessibility challenges.
Examples: Many Cape May and Spring Lake BYOBs
Boardwalk Dining
Ramps available but interiors can be tight. Outdoor seating better.
Examples: Pizza shops, casual boardwalk restaurants
Reliably Accessible Options
Borgata Restaurants
Atlantic City • Multiple Options
Multiple dining options from casual to fine dining, all accessible.
Hard Rock Cafe & Restaurants
Atlantic City • Multiple Options
Modern construction with full accessibility throughout.
Pier Village Restaurants
Long Branch • Multiple Options
Newer development with modern accessibility standards.
Morey's Piers Restaurants
Wildwood • Boardwalk Dining
Boardwalk and beachfront dining options with good accessibility.
Carrabba's Italian Grill
Multiple Locations • Chain Restaurant
Reliable accessibility at chain locations.
The Crab House
Atlantic City • Seafood
Waterfront dining with accessibility features.
Dining Accessibility by Town
Atlantic City
ExcellentCasino restaurants fully accessible. Multiple chain options. Boardwalk restaurants variable.
Long Branch
Very GoodPier Village is modern and accessible. Ocean Place Resort restaurants accessible.
Wildwood
GoodBoardwalk has been updated. Many restaurants have ramps. Outdoor seating prevalent.
Ocean City
GoodBoardwalk accessible. Family restaurants generally accommodate. Call ahead for specifics.
Asbury Park
GoodMix of old and new. Newer restaurants on Cookman Ave more accessible.
Cape May
VariableHistoric buildings challenging. Some restaurants with patios are better. Call ahead.
Dining Tips
Call Ahead
Always call to confirm accessibility and discuss specific needs before visiting.
Ask About Restrooms
Entry access doesn't guarantee bathroom accessibility. Always ask specifically.
Consider Outdoor Seating
Patios and outdoor areas are often more accessible than tight interiors.
Go Off-Peak
Less crowded times mean easier navigation and more attentive service.
Check Google Maps
Wheelchair accessibility is often noted. Also check recent photos for layout.
Casino Restaurants First
When in doubt, casino restaurants are your most reliable accessible option.