New Jersey Shore Restaurants

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  • 1. Bill's Gyro Souvlaki

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    It isn't fine dining, but for fast meals and late-night cravings along the Boardwalk, those in the know turn to this lilliputian food counter where dollar bills stand in for wallpaper. They sling burgers and dogs, but simple Greek food is where they excel. Grab a gyro on the way to the beach or back from the casino, or opt for a quick breakfast, which is served all day long. In the summer, they're generally open 24 hours a day.

    1607 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, New Jersey, 08401, USA
    609-347--2466

    Known For

    • Generally open 24 hours a day
    • Breakfast all day long
    • Gyro and fries

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted
  • 2. Borgata Buffet

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    Casino dining often equals buffet and buffet often equals disappointment. At the Borgata, they strive to remove the disappointment from that equation. Hand-carved prime rib, sirloin, a variety of shellfish, Chinese standards, sushi, salads, pasta, tables full of desserts—almost all the usual suspects are here (sorry king crab leg fans). Popularity keeps everything fresh and the room rates and table minimums at the casino keep the quality high. The dining room is pleasant, with deep comfortable booths, but its more functional than fashionable.

    One Borgata Way, Atlantic City, New Jersey, 08401, USA
    609-317--1000

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Mon.–Thur. 8–8, Fri. and Sun. 8–9, Sat. 8–10, Reservations not accepted
  • 3. George's Place

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    It's not much to look at, but there's a reason people line up to get into this Greek-style diner. Decadent helpings of waffles and french toast for breakfast and hearty Mediterranean favorites for lunch and dinner keep locals and summer residents coming back again-and-again. BYOB.

    301 Beach Ave., Cape May, New Jersey, 08204, USA
    609-884--6088

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No credit cards, Daily from 8, Reservations not accepted
  • 4. Gilchrist

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    Watch the boats come and go from dockside in Gardner's Basin as you linger over a breakfast of Frisbee-size blueberry hot cakes or omelets and grits---some think it's the best breakfast in town; for lunch, there are sandwiches, hot dogs, and crab cakes. The food is obviously just as good inside, but it's worth a wait for a seat on the dock. There's another location at the Tropicana, as well as two other New Jersey locations. 

    804 N Rhode Island Ave., Atlantic City, New Jersey, 08401, USA
    609-345--8278

    Known For

    • A longtime Atlantic City staple
    • Dock seating overlooking Gardner's Basin
    • Great spot for breakfast

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: no dinner, Reservations not accepted
  • 5. Harley Dawn Diner

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    This may be 30 miles west of Atlantic City, but for meatloaf that tastes homemade, mashed potatoes, and fresh seafood it's worth the detour. Pies and bread are baked daily and the rotating soups specials bring regulars on certain days to slurp their favorites (chowders and bisque are especially popular). You can get breakfast here too, and a kids' menu is available.

    1402 Black Horse Pike, Folsom, New Jersey, 08037, USA
    609-567--6084

    Known For

    • Breakfast all day
    • Local craft beer and wine list
    • High quality and seasonal local produce

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Tues. No dinner Sun., Reservations not accepted
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  • 6. Mad Batter

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    The only thing "mad" about this spot, which is credited with starting Cape May's restaurant renaissance in the 1970s, is the wild popularity of its bountiful American breakfasts and brunches. Be prepared to wait. Or book a table for lunch or dinner. Request the porch to watch the action on Jackson Street and sample the dishes that are their greatest pride and joy: the buttermilk pancakes, the clam chowder, or the lump crab cakes.

    19 Jackson St., Cape May, New Jersey, 08204, USA
    609-884--5970

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted, Daily from 8
  • 7. The Breakers on the Ocean

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    You might try veal Parmigiana, a tender New York strip steak, or flounder marechiare (with shrimp). Both service and food are first class, yet the restaurant is casual enough that you may wear nice shorts and deck shoes. Breakfast and lunch are served on a long, sunny enclosed veranda near the pool. Lunch choices include burgers, club sandwiches, and pizza.

    1507 Ocean Ave., Spring Lake, New Jersey, 07762, USA
    732-449--7700

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted, Apr–mid-Dec daily from 8
  • 8. Tom Bailey's Market

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    Head to this butcher shop and deli and get in line for take-out. Tom Bailey's functions like a New York-style deli, churning out sandwiches, wraps, and salads for a steady stream of locals and summer residents. You can also pick up prime cuts of meat, homemade sausage, and even a selection of cheese, fruit, and desserts. On summer evenings from Thur.–Sun. waitstaff services the outdoor garden patio. At other times, you can take food to go or seat yourself.

    1323 3rd Ave., Spring Lake, New Jersey, 07762, USA
    732-282--0920

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted, Mon.–Sat. 8–6, Sun. 8–4; in summer Thur–Sat until 9, Reservations not accepted
  • 9. Who's on Third Deli and Grill

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    Munch on sandwiches—house roasted turkey or corned beef on rye are reliable choises—at the old-fashioned lunch counter. Or eat in the spacious dinette area, for hearty and reasonably priced meals. In summer, the deli stays open later and has entrées such as succulent pot roast. Who's on Third is open for breakfast, too.

    1300 3rd Ave., Spring Lake, New Jersey, 07762, USA
    732-449--4233

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted, daily 7:30–3, Reservations not accepted

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