🍽️ Fine Dining Restaurants
in Cape May
Looking for fine dining in Cape May? The shore town has 3 spots serving upscale dining experiences and chef-driven menus. The Ebbitt Room is a local favorite.
Price Range
3 upscale
Dining Tip
Make reservations early, especially for summer weekends. Many fine dining spots require reservations weeks ahead.
3 Fine Dining Restaurants in Cape May
The Ebbitt Room
Chef Jason Hanin earned 2025 NJ Chef of the Year. 4.7 stars from 3,500+ OpenTable reviews. Seasonal tasting menus showcase Cape May scallops and Beach Plum Farm ingredients. Elegant porch dining with live piano.
Must Try: Seasonal tasting menu
- ✓award-winning chef
- ✓farm-to-table
- ✓live piano
- ✓porch dining
Washington Inn
4.8 stars from 9,500+ reviews. Most extensive wine selection in Cape May within an 1840 plantation-style building. "Outstanding" baked escargot, seafood risotto, fireside dining. Occasionally noisy on busy nights.
Must Try: Baked escargot
- ✓extensive wine list
- ✓historic building
- ✓fireside dining
Peter Shields Inn
4.8 stars from 7,500+ reviews. Zagat-rated cuisine with direct ocean views from 1907 Georgian Revival setting. NOTE: No longer BYOB as of January 1, 2025 ($40 corkage fee).
Must Try: Chef's tasting menu
- ✓ocean views
- ✓Zagat-rated
- ✓historic inn
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Tips for Fine Dining Dining in Cape May
Summer reservations: Book 1-2 weeks ahead for weekend dinners, especially July-August.
BYOB advantage: Many Cape May restaurants are BYOB—bring your own wine and save.
Off-peak savings: Early bird specials (5-6pm) often include price breaks.
Dress code: Most fine dining spots are casual—flip flops usually fine.
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