Late Night Eats at the Jersey Shore
When hunger strikes after midnight, these spots have you covered - from 24-hour diners to boardwalk pizza.
Hungry After Hours?
The Jersey Shore slows down after dark, but you've still got options. Atlantic City's casino scene means true 24-hour dining, while summer boardwalks keep the pizza flowing until the crowds thin out. Classic New Jersey diners are your reliable late-night standby year-round.
Whether you're stumbling off the Wildwood boardwalk, leaving an Asbury Park concert, or cashing out at the casino, these spots will feed you when you need it most.
Late Night by Region
Atlantic City
Best late-night options - casinos never close
Tony's Baltimore Grill, White House Sub, Casino restaurants
Many 24-hour options
Wildwood & Cape May
Boardwalk food runs late in summer
Sam's Pizza, 3 Brothers, Boardwalk stands
Until midnight+ (summer only)
Seaside & Point Pleasant
Boardwalk pizza and nearby diners
Maruca's, Broadway Diner, Boardwalk food
Until 2-3am (summer weekends)
Asbury Park & North Shore
Post-concert and bar scene eats
Toast, Porta, Local diners
Until 10pm-midnight
Best Late Night Spots
Tony's Baltimore Grill
Atlantic City • 24-Hour Diner
24 hours (varies seasonally)
Legendary AC institution since 1927. Pizza, subs, and diner classics at any hour. Post-casino and post-club favorite.
Must Try: Pizza, Cheesesteaks, Breakfast Anytime
White House Sub Shop
Atlantic City • Submarine Sandwiches
Until 2am (varies)
Famous since 1946 for massive Italian subs. Celebrity favorite and late-night institution.
Must Try: White House Special, Italian Sub
Pic-A-Lilli Inn
Shamong • Late-Night Pub
Until 2am
Pine Barrens landmark with late-night bar food. Worth the detour for wings and apps after the shore.
Must Try: Wings, Loaded Fries
Sam's Pizza Palace
Wildwood • Boardwalk Pizza
Until midnight+ (summer)
Wildwood boardwalk legend since 1957. Giant slices available late on summer nights.
Must Try: Cheese Slice, Pepperoni Slice
Maruca's Tomato Pies
Seaside Heights • Boardwalk Pizza
Until late (summer)
Seaside boardwalk staple. Grab a slice after the bars and clubs. Summer hours extend late.
Must Try: Tomato Pie, Cheese Slice
Manco & Manco
Ocean City • Boardwalk Pizza
Until 11pm-midnight (summer)
OC boardwalk icon. Not super late but stays open for post-boardwalk pizza runs.
Must Try: Cheese Pizza, Fresh Slices
Broadway Diner
Point Pleasant Beach • Classic Diner
Until 3am weekends
Classic Jersey diner near the boardwalk. Serves late-night crowds on summer weekends.
Must Try: Disco Fries, Breakfast Platters
Toast
Asbury Park • Late-Night Brunch
Until 10pm (later some nights)
Not super late but serves dinner service until 10pm. Good post-concert option.
Must Try: Any Benedict, Avocado Toast
Johnny Rockets (Tropicana)
Atlantic City • Casino Diner
Late (casino hours)
Casino Quarter location keeps late hours. Classic burgers and shakes.
Must Try: Burgers, Milkshakes
Wawa
Various Locations • 24-Hour Convenience
24 hours
When all else fails, Wawa is open 24/7. Hoagies, coffee, and quick bites anywhere at the shore.
Must Try: Classic Hoagie, Sizzli Breakfast
Typical Late Night Hours
| Type | Typical Hours | Best Region |
|---|---|---|
| Casino Restaurants | 24 hours or very late | Atlantic City |
| Boardwalk Pizza | Until midnight (summer) | Wildwood, Seaside |
| Classic Diners | Until 2-3am | All regions |
| Bar Food | Until 1-2am | Asbury Park, Belmar |
| Fast Food/Wawa | 24 hours | Everywhere |
Late Night Tips
Atlantic City is King
For true late-night or 24-hour dining, Atlantic City casinos are your best bet.
Summer Hours Only
Most boardwalk late-night food is summer-only. Off-season, diners are your friend.
Wawa Always Works
Every shore town has a 24-hour Wawa. Not fancy, but always there.
Diners Are Classics
New Jersey diner culture means late-night breakfast is always an option.
Plan Ahead
Check hours before heading out. Many places close earlier off-season.
Cash is King
Some late-night spots are cash-only. Hit the ATM before the bars.
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Late Night FAQ
What restaurants are open late at the Jersey Shore?
Atlantic City has the most late-night options with 24-hour casino dining and diners like White House Sub Shop (until 2am). Wildwood and Seaside Heights boardwalks have late-night pizza in summer. Classic NJ diners serve around the clock.
Are there 24-hour restaurants at the Jersey Shore?
Yes! Atlantic City casinos offer 24-hour dining options. Classic Jersey diners like Tuckahoe Inn and Tony's Baltimore Grill operate late or all night. Summer boardwalk food often runs until midnight or later.
Where can I get food after the bars close?
Asbury Park has several late-night spots around Cookman Avenue. Atlantic City casino restaurants and the White House stay open late. Wildwood and Seaside boardwalks have pizza open late in summer. Most shore diners serve until 2-3am.
Do boardwalk food stands stay open late?
In summer, yes! Wildwood, Seaside Heights, and Point Pleasant boardwalks have pizza, custard, and food stands open until midnight or later on weekends. Off-season hours are much more limited.
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