THE ULTIMATE CAPE MAY FOOD & DRINK GUIDE What You Need To Know About The Food And The Vibe Meals Served Price Of Entrées Bar Or BYOB? Should I Book? Food For Kids? MAD BATTER 19 Jackson Street, Cape May (609) 884-5970 www.madbatter.com It’s the original fine dining restaurant in Cape May. The food is always creative and the breakfasts and brunches, hard to beat — hence the lines. B, L, D $26-$37 Cards: V, MC, AE, D FULL BAR NO YES b H MAGNOLIA ROOM 301 Howard Street, Cape May (609) 884-8409 www.chalfonte.com/the-magnolia-room Old-fashioned southern cuisine providing ultimate comfort inside the historic Chalfonte Hotel. Eat inside or on the veranda — there’s nothing more Southern than spending the evening in a rocking chair. B, D Cards: V, MC, AE, D FULL BAR YES YES b H MARIO’S PIZZA Washington Commons (609) 884-0085 www.mariosofcapemay.com Homemade specialties and secret sauces, from classic pizza (using homemade dough daily) to paninis, garlic knots and pasta dishes. L, D $6-$20 Cards: V, MC, AE, D BYOB NO YES u b H U MAYER’S TAVERN 894 3rd Avenue, Cape May (609) 435-5078 www.mayerstavern.com The legendary harborfront dive bar reopened with a smart renovation undertaken by the Laudeman family. But the character remains, along with those fried scallops. D $15-$19 Cards: V, MC, AE, D FULL BAR NO YES u b H MUDHEN 127 W. Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood (609) 846-7918 www.mudhenbrew.com Sip on craft beers inside this rustic brewpub while enjoying delicious and casual fare including their BBQ smokehouse menu, juicy burgers and specialty mac-and-cheese dishes. Great outdoor space! L, D $14-$35 Cards: V, MC, AE, D FULL BAR NO YES u b H U OCEAN SEVEN 7 Ocean Street, Cape May (609) 884-5555 www.innofcapemay.com/ocean-7 Located at the Inn of Cape May, stop in to enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner paired with specialty cocktails. B, L, D Cards: V, MC, AE, D FULL BAR YES NO b U OCEAN VIEW Beach and Grant Avenues, Cape May (609) 884-3772 www.oceanviewrestaurant.com A large and very reliable menu. Classic diner food, oversized portions, and very reasonably priced. A locals’ favorite for a reason. B, L $9-$30 Cards: V, MC, AE, D BYOB NO YES u b H OUT THERE COFFEE 315 Ocean Street, Cape May www.outtherecoffee.com Start every morning with their home-roasted coffee, super-food lattes, gluten free baked goods and varieties of toasts and frozen drinks. Pastries, toast and snacks $5-$10 Cards: V, MC, AE, D N/A NO YES b H U OYSTER BAY 615 Lafayette Street, Cape May (609) 884-2111 www.oysterbayrestaurant.com Eat in the lovely, airy dining room or in the adjoining bar area with a fun vibe. There’s also a daily bar menu, happy hour, great martinis and classic, generous dishes. D $12-$29 Cards: V, MC, AE, D FULL BAR YES YES u b H PEACE PIE 326 Carpenter’s Lane, Cape May (609) 435-5321 www.peacepieworld.com Enjoy gourmet ice-cream sandwiches and signature Peace Pie squares made with your favorite flavors of ice cream. Dessert $6 Cards: V, MC, AE, D N/A NO YES b H PETER SHIELDS INN 1301 Beach Avenue, Cape May (609) 884-9090 www.petershieldsinn.com The Georgian Revival mansion is magnificent and the modern American menu matches it all the way. Bring your own favorite wine for a singular dining experience on the beachfront. D $22-$39 Cards: V, MC, D BYOB YES NO H KEY u Onsite parking b Wheelchair accessible H Takeout available U Dog-friendly patio in season Page 26 EXIT ZERO September 21, 2023
9/15: Oktoberfest At MudHen Brewing Company Anna, Olivia Anna, Trey Marissa, Nick PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER PRINTS, PLEASE EMAIL PHOTO@EXITZERO.COM Lunch 11:30 - 4:00 pm Dinner 4:00 - 9:00pm Bar Menu Until 10:00pm Friday and Saturday Happy Hour: Sunday - Friday 2pm - 6pm TWO AMAZING BARS SEAFOOD & STEAKS SALADS & FLATBREADS KIDS MENU 10 DRAFT BEERS LIVE ENTERTAINMENT DOG FRIENDLY PORCH SPECTACULAR FISHTANKS Live Entertainment Friday Sep 22 Originaire 7-10pm Saturday Sep 23 The Part-Timers 7-10pm Sunday Sep 24 Nancy Malcun 2-5pm 142 DECATUR ST ON THE WASHINGTON MALL 609-884-3449 finscapemay.com September 21, 2023 EXIT ZERO Page 27