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Holiday Edition 2013

“Best Steakhouse”

- Philadelphia magazine’s | Best of Philly® 2013

ONE BITE AND WE OWN YOU

1000 Boardwalk at

Virginia Ave. Atlantic City, NJ | For reservation call 855-500-ROBERTS (7623)

MAKE YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY AT ATLANTIC CITY’S BEST STEAKHOUSE NEW HOURS

Monday-Thursday 5:00 -10:00 pm Lounge & Restaurant Friday & Saturday 5:00 -11:00 pm Restaurant | 4:00 -1:00 am Lounge

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THANKSGIVING DINNERS TO GO

DINNER FOR 4: $70 | DINNER FOR 8: $120 | DINNER FOR 12: $175 ENTRÉES

VEGETABLE

SIDES

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Roast Turkey with Gravy or Honey-Glazed Ham

Vegetable Medley Cornbread Stuffing

Mac & Cheese Mashed Potatoes Housemade Cranberry Sauce

Apple Pie or Pumpkin Pie

PLEASE CALL 609-343-4570 BY NOVEMBER 27 TO RESERVE YOUR DINNER OR FOR MORE DETAILS.

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Angelo’s Fairmount Tavern ��13 Atlantic City Bottle Company ��13 Atlantic Club Casino ��4 Assaggio ��11 Cavallino Nero ��6 Caesars ��3 The Chelsea ��10 Clancy’s by the Bay ��11 Fred & Ethel’s ��8 Ginza ��6 Hard Rock Cafe ��12

Johnny Rocket's ��12 Maplewood Inn ��15 Ram's Head Inn ��15 Reeds of Shelter Haven ��9 Resorts ��5 Robert's Steakhouse ��2 Smithville Inn ��15 Sofia ��11 A Touch of Italy ��13 Tropicana ��16

intro W E L C O M E T O TA S T E O F S O U T H J E R S E Y, Atlantic City Weekly’s 2013 Holiday dining guide. We are pleased to bring you this 22nd edition of Atlantic City Weekly’s Taste of South Jersey. This dining publication is a convenient guide for local diners, as well as visitors, to keep handy for the next several months and beyond. Good for both social and casual outings, Taste of South Jersey caters to couples looking for a night out, businesses hosting a special holiday event or meeting, or a family looking for a friendly place to dine. Inside you will find some of southern New Jersey’s finest restaurants, including comprehensive listings of the many Atlantic City casino dining establishments. As the greater Atlantic City region’s dining scene continues to expand, we’re certain that you will find this dining guide a helpful tool when deciding where to dine out this summer and beyond. You’ll also be able to access this guide, and our weekly dining listings and features, online at acweekly.com. Bon appetit!

Taste of South Jersey® is published by Atlantic City Weekly from 8025 Black Horse Pike, Suite 350, W. Atlantic City, NJ 08232. Advertising rates supplied upon request. Phone 609-6464848 or fax 609-646-7338. All material in Taste of South Jersey® is copyright 2013 by Review Publishing, L.P. Reproduction of any of the contents in this publication is prohibited unless written permission is granted by management. Taste of South Jersey® and Atlantic City Weekly® are registered trademarks of Review Publishing, L.P. and are registered with the U.S. Patent Office. Send e-mail to info@acweekly.com Editor Jeff Schwachter Associate Editors Lori Hoffman, Ray Schweibert Interim Graphic Artist Michael Poteat Intern Kaitlin Montague Production Manager Holly Siemon Graphic Designers LeTera Haynes, Dionna Gary, Andrew Hunter Production Coordinator Kathleen Holmes-Disbrow, ext. 14 Advertising Account Executives Kimberly Hayes, ext. 17; Julie Pipitone, ext. 22; Madelon Woller, ext. 21 Classified Advertising Michael Poteat, ext. 28 Accounts Receivable Jean Kelly Circulation Manager Bill Beck, ext. 24; bbeck@acweekly.com Publisher Lewis B. Steiner, ext. 11; lsteiner@acweekly.com

On the cover: Asian lacguered duck breast with duck confi, bacon, peas, potato gnocchi at The Smithville Inn. Photo by: Nick Valinote. Cover Design: Michael Poteat

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diningguide Atlantic City Angelo’s Fairmount Tavern

2300 Fairmount Ave. 344-2439. angelosfairmounttavern.com. An A.C. Mainland institution, Angelo’s Italian fare has flourished for three generations. Lunch is served daily from 11:30am-3pm. Assaggio Dinner is served Mon.-Fri. at 5pm and 500 W. White Horse Pike, Pomona. 965-3303. assaggiogalloway.com. Sat.-Sun. at 4:30pm. Italian cuisine. (Formerly Tre Figlio). Mon.-Sat. from 4-10pm. Closed on Atlantic City Bottle Company / The Iron Room Sunday.

648 N. Albany Ave. 348-6400. acbottlecompany.com. Wine/spirits shop 11am-10pm, 7 days a week. Iron Room Restaurant and bar specializing in small plates paired with craft beverages. Sun.-Thurs. 3-5:30pm bar & limited menu: Dinner: 5:30-10pm bar closes at 12am. Fri. - Sat. 3-5:30pm bar & limited menu. Dinner 5:30-11pm bar closes at 2am.

Open for Lunch Serving Pizza and Sandwiches

Weekly Lunch & Dinner Specials 4760 Black Horse Pike - Mays Landing, NJ 609.625.0144 6 TA S TE • AT LAN T I C C I T Y WEEKL Y ’S holid ay ed ition DI NI NG GUIDE 2 0 1 3

A Touch of Italy

6629 Black Horse Pike, EHT. 646-1855. touchofitaly.net. Fine Italian cuisine and lounge. Happy hours: Mon.-Fri. 3:45-6pm, Sun. 2-5pm. $3 drafts, $4 house wines and well drinks, $5 tapas menu. Live music Tues.-Sat. 6-10pm. Mon-Sat. from 3:45-10:30pm. Sun. from 2-10pm.

Dining on the Fifth

Cavallino Nero

111 S. Chelsea Ave (inside The Chelsea hotel). 428-4556. thechelsea-ac.com. Upscale dining and lounge experience. Open Thurs.- Sun. 4-10pm.

4760 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing. 625-0144. cavallinonero.net. Lunch, dinner and late-night. Mon.-Thurs. and Sun. from 11am-10pm. and Fri. and Sat. from 11am-11pm.

Hard Rock Café

Clancy’s by the Bay

On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 101 E. Maryland Ave., Somers Point. 441-0007. Casual American fare. 927-6969. clancysbythebay.com. Lunch and dinner seven days a week Robert’s Steakhouse with wide variety of appetizers, salLocated just off the Trump Taj Mahal ads, soups, sandwiches, entrees and casino floor. Mon.-Thurs.: 5-10pm; Fri., desserts. Sun.-Tues.: 11am-mid. Wed.Sat. 5-11 Closed Sundays. The Lounge Thurs.: 11am-1am. Fri.-Sat. 11am-2am. at Robert’s 4pm-1am, dinner 5-11pm, Live Entertainment Tues.-Sat. Late night lounge menu 11pm to 1am. Now offering prix fixe 3-course dinner Fred & Ethel’s Lantern menu for $49.95 available Mon.-Wed. Light Tavern from 5-6:30pm. 1.855.500.ROBERTS. Towne of Historic Smithville, Rt. 9 & Moss Mill Rd., Smithville. 652-0544. fredandethelstavern.com. Sun.-Thurs. from 11am-9pm. Fri. amd Sat. 11am-9:30pm. Downbeach

Margate

Sofia

*Dungeness Crabs and Steaks cooked to perfection*

Harbor, NJ. Reservations suggested: 609-368-3010. For menus and hours visitreedsatshelterhaven.com.

9314 Amherst Ave., Margate. 8229111. sofiaofmargate.com. Authentic Mediterranean and Continental cuisine. Open daily from 5-11pm.

CAPE MAY COUNTY

Ginza Japanese Restaurant (I & II)

6708 Black Horse Pike, EHT. 3832588. (Ginza II located in English Creek Shopping Ctr., EHT. 383-3999.). Hibachi steakhouse and sushi bar. Mon.-Thurs. 11:30am-10:30pm. Fri. & Sat. 11:30am-11pm. Sun. noon-10pm.

Johnny Rockets

Hamilton Mall, Mays Landing. johnnyrockets.com. 1960s-themed classic SAX Restaurant offers contemporary burger joint and more. Open daily cuisine with a unique coastal vibe in an from 11am-9pm. intimately casual atmosphere – including fireside dining. Open seven days Maplewood Of Mayslanding a week for breakfast, lunch and din- 6126 Black Horse Pike, MaysLanding. ner. Wonderful Sunday Brunch served 625-1181. www.maplewood.me Italian 10a-2p. The comfortable SAX Lounge is specialties and “world’s best spaghetti.” also open every day for great bar food and drinks. Located inside The Reeds at Continued on page 8 Shelter Haven 9601 Third Avenue, Stone

SAX at The Reeds

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Mon.-Sat. from 11:30am-10pm. Sun. from 1-10pm.

Ram’s Head Inn

9 W. White Horse Pike, Galloway. 652-1700. ramsheadinn.com. Traditional American specialties with contemporary flair. Lunch is served Tues.-Friday from 12-3pm. Dinner is served Tues.-Sat. 5-9pm and Sun. from 3:30-9pm.

Smithville Inn

Rt. 9 & Moss Mill Rd., Smithville. 6527777. Lunch is served Mon.-Sat. from 11:30am-3:30pm. Dinner is served from Mon.-Thurs. from 4-9pm, Fri.Sat. from 4-9:30pm and Sun. from 2:30-8pm. Sunday brunch is served from 10:30am-1pm.

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BB’s Beer & Burgers

Open Fri. & Sat., noon-1am, Sun. noon-10pm.

Cappuccino’s

Sun. 10am-4pm. Now featuring a Noodle Bar open from 5pm-mid., Wed.-Sat.

cated setting of this award-winning trattoria.

Patsy’s Italian Trattoria

Features extensive raw bar and fresh seafood.

Patsy’s in New York was Frank Sinatra’s favorite restaurant. Hours: Open Sun, Mon, and Tues from 5:30pm to 10pm and Fri. and Sat. from 5:30pm to 11pm. For reservations, call 340-7585.

Simon A.C. Steak & Seafood

Coffee and espresso bar.

Cornucopia Buffet

Open Fri.-Sat. noon to 9pm, Sun., noon to 8pm. Cost: $9.99 when you pay cash (special cash promotion. Cannot be combined with any other offer.) Regular price: $18.99. Special Kids pricing: $6.99. Regular Kids price: $8.99.

Ono Chinese Bistro

Traditional Chinese cuisine and sushi bar with a great view of the ocean. Fri. & Sat., 5:30-1pm,

Contemporary American steakhouse. Open Sun., Wed., and Thurs. from 5:30pm to 10pm and Fri. and Sat. from 5:30pm to 11pm. Happy Hour at bar 5-7pm.

BALLY’s 340-2000

Arturo’s

Enjoy a traditional Italian meal prepared with a contemporary, New York fare in the sophisti-

Thanksgiving Buffet $26.99 - Adults $15.99 - Kids under 12 Reservations Recommended ROUTE 9 & MOSS MILL ROAD • (609) 652-0544 (12 Miles from Atlantic City in the Historic Towne of Smithville) Banquet Facility up to 70 people

Live Entertainment Every Friday & Saturday

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Harry’s Oyster Bar & Seafood

Johnny Rockets

340-0099. A retro ’50s-style Boardwalk restaurant.

Nanking Restaurant

Featuring Chinese, Thai, and Indian cuisines. Open for lunch and dinner.

Pickles Deli Express Open daily noon-9pm.

The Reserve/Preview Bar

Bally’s iconic culinary experience highlighting seafood and steaks.

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Tr y so m et hin g new th is sea son . . .

celebrate the holidays at The Reeds HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS AT THE REEDS Thanksgiving Family-Style Dinner

Thursday, November 28 Seatings at 2 pm & 5 pm reservations required

Tree Lighting Ceremony Friday, November 29 | 5pm

Santa’s Workshop & Brunch Sunday, December 8 & 15 10am - 2pm

Delight your friends, family and co-workers with an exciting new holiday experience. With tantalizing menus and unique holiday-inspired event spaces, The Reeds can accommodate any gathering from 10 to 200 guests.

HOLIDAYS GATHERINGS CAN BE ARRANGED FOR • private dinners & cocktail receptions in our bay view Celebration Suites

• upscale soirées in our private dining room SAX at The Reeds • fireside parties in our Sweet Grass Ballroom complete with bay views and an outdoor veranda

Gatherings start at just $25 per person. For more information, contact Krista Ostrander at 609.368.0100 or kostrander@reedsresort.com.

9601 Third Avenue | Stone Harbor | 609.368.0100 | reedsatshelterhaven.com

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taste menu guide Continued from page 8 6ix: A Bistro

28 West Bar and Bites

Taste of the Shore

Wolfgang Puck American Grille

American bistro. Breakfast served anytime. Featuring Primo Pizza, Sack O’Subs.

Menu of upscale casual fare. .

Contemporary American cuisine in two distinctive dining areas.

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Bobby Flay Steak

Choose from a variety of regional steaks and seafood.

Borgata Buffet

Extensive buffet menu. Breakfast, $15.95 (plus tax), Mon.-Sat. 8-11:15am; Lunch, $18.95 (plus tax), Mon.-Fri. noon-2pm; Sat. noon-3pm; Dinner $30.95 (plus tax) Mon.Thurs. 4-8pm; Fri., Sun. 4-9pm; Sat. 4-10pm; Sun. Brunch $27.95 (plus tax) 8am-3pm.

Fornelletto

348-4411

Atlantic Grill

Grilled fish, steaks, raw bar and exquisite sushi.

Boardwalk Buffet

Enjoy a line-up of delicious dishes. Italian, fresh seafood, Asian, BBQ, Tex-Mex and everything in between, and top it off with an array of desserts.

Nero’s Tuscan Steakhouse

Prime steaks and seafood, this restaurant serves up farm to table specials on a daily basis.

The Pier Shops at Caesars: Buddakan

Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse

Phillips Seafood

Harrah’s Resort

674-8300, continentalac.com. An “outdoor” patio bar with signature drinks & sunken fire-pit lounge.

Mia

golden nugget

The Metropolitan

French bistro-style cafe serves classic and contemporary American dishes.

Souzai Sushi & Sake

348-4411, ext. 6000. Contemporary Italian/ Mediterranean cuisine.

Morton’s

1-800-777-1177

The Buffet

449-1044. mortons.com. Steakhouse with an a la carte menu features steaks, fish and salads.

European style brasserie serves an upscale menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open Tues.-Thurs., 5-10pm; Fri., Sat., 5-11pm; Closed Sun., Mon.

348-2273. Serving authentic Maryland-style seafood.

KWI

Domestically-raised, hand-massaged Kobe beef is the signature dish of this steakhouse.

Featuring noodle bowls, sushi and sashimi. Cantonese, Szechwan and pan-Asian cuisine.

The Continental

Izakaya

Old Homestead Steak House

Lillie’s Asian Cuisine

Michael Patrick’s Brasserie

348-4443. Souzai is a country-style Japanese restaurant. Intimate setting, sushi menu and unique sake cocktails.

Traditional noodle bar.

Classic Italian cuisine.

674-0100. buddakanac.com. Restaurant includes twilight sky or “opium den style” dining nooks.

Cafe Roma

A modern Japanese pub from Michael Schulson.

Classic seafood house. Call 340-5030.

Grotto

Celebrated chef Stephan Kalt’s new restaurant offering traditional Southern Italian fare.

Open 24/7 with a breakfast buffet daily.

Chart House

Buffet has all your traditional favorites. Brunch: Sat.Sun. 9am-3pm; Lunch: Mon.-Thurs. 11:30am-4pm. Dinner: Mon.-Thurs., 4:30-8pm; Sat., 3:30-9pm; Sun. 3:30-8pm Friday Seafood Buffet, 11:30am-9pm.

441-5000

Bill’s Bar and Burger Classic burgers and more.

Bluepoint Bar

A raw-bar experience where fresh seafood, shellfish and a variety of martinis are the house specialties.

Dos Caminos

Authentic Mexican delights including signature dishes like tacos, ceviche, and guacamole. Reservations: 441-5575.

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Dining on the 5 th Floor

Get a taste of A.C. at the Chelsea’s 5th Floor, an upscale dining and lounge experience that features creative continental cuisine, signature cocktails and ocean views. Take it all in on the comfortable lounge seating and enjoy the innovative and new menu. *Open Thursday - Sunday nights. Please call 609.428.4556 for reservations. *Hours of operation are subject to change.

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The Capri Room

Restaurant • Bar Private Events Holiday Parties

“The Most Stylish Non-Casino Restaurant in South Jersey.”

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– Zagat

Perfect For Holiday Parties Prix Fixe Menu Monday – Friday 4-6pm Happy Hour Monday – Friday 4-7 Drink Specials $5 Bar Bites $5 Open Monday –Friday 4pm Saturday 5pm

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By The Bay Thursday, November 28th from 12 noon Roasted Turkey or Virginia Ham Dinner with all the Trimmings $19.95 Served with a cup of Butternut Squash Soup or House Salad & Dessert Also Shrimp & Scallops Alfredo, Harvest Genelli with Chicken Try our Menu Favorites Chicken Pot Pie and Braised Short Rib of Beef Kids Menu $6.95 Includes Beverage and Dessert

Thanksgiving Eve

Wednesday, November 27th, Celebration Begins at 3pm Happy Hour Food and Drink Specials 3-6. DJ and “Thirsty Wilson” Band from 7:30pm

Reserve Now for Holiday Parties, Birthdays & Business Meetings Open 7 Days at 11am Gift Certificates Available 101 E. Maryland Ave. (Maryland & Bay Avenues) Somers Point, NJ 08244 609-927-6969 ATLANTIC CITY W EEKLY’S holiday edition DINING GUIDE 2 0 1 3 • TA S TE 11

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taste menu guide Continued from page 10 Luke Palladino at Harrah’s Resort Italian restaurant.

can-eat crab legs and shrimp); $24.95 with Resorts Star Card.

Capriccio

McCormick & Schmick’s

More than 30 different varieties of fresh seafood featured on a menu that changes twice daily.

Zagat Award-winning Italian restaurant. Sunday Brunch 9:30am-2pm available for $44.95 per person. Closed Mon.-Tues. Open Wed.-Sat. 6pm-11pm.

Sammy D’s

Gallagher’s Steakhouse

A retro coffee shop that gives modern and casual American cuisine a unique twist.

The Steakhouse

Gourmet restaurant offers a raw-bar, roast prime rib, shrimp Wellington and more.

340-6555. The renowned New York City steakhouse located on Resorts’ dining level. Sun.-Thurs. 5-10pm; Fri.-Sat. 5-11pm. Gallagher’s Burger Bar located across the hall.

LandShark Bar & Grill

Waterfront Buffet

Extensive items. Total Reward Holders Mon.Fri. $34.99; Non-Reward Holders $36.99; children $14.99. Sat. breakfast Total Rewards Members $22.99, non-members $26.99; children, $9.99. Sat. dinner, Sunday Brunch and dinner, $39.99; children, $9.99.

Resorts

431-4120. Casual dining with a Margaritaville theme right on the beach. Mon.-Sun. 11am2am.

Margaritaville Restaurant

431-4100. Casual dining a tiki bar, and Buffett-inspired accent pieces throughout. Mon.-Sun. 7am-2am.

344-6000

Revel

Breadsticks Cafe & Grill

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night fare. Open 24 hours daily.

The Buffet

Open Mon.-Thurs. noon-8pm; Fri., Sat. noon10pm; Sun. noon-9pm. Cost: $29.95 (all-you-

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Alcove

Breakfast menu that includes create-yourown omelets, filet mignon and eggs, break-

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taste menu guide Continued from page 12 fast sandwiches, homemade corned-beef hash, French toast creme brulee, Belgian waffles, and egg-in-a-hole brioche.

Amada

Iron Chef Jose Garces presents an authentic Andalusian tapas bar.

American Cut

Modern and signature take on fine dining with the comforts of the new American steakhouse.

Azure by Allegretti

Brings together the flavors of Chef Allegretti’s culinary experiences.

Distrito Cantina

From Chef Jose Garces, is a festive margarita bar with a selection of 100 tequilas and modern Mexican street food from the Guapos take-out window. It’s a street truck set-up on the casino floor.

Lugo Caffé

An energetic brasserie offering a fresh take on modern Italian classics.

Luke’s Kitchen and Marketplace

Featuring cuisine prepared by lauded chef Luke Palladino. Open daily, 6am-2am.

Mussel Bar

Award-winning chef and master of Belgian cuisine, Robert Wiedmaier, blends the comfort of a pub, live rock and roll, the energy of a sports bar, and commitment to culinary excellence.

There is also a breakfast menu serving a choice of eight made-to-order hot breakfast sandwiches, muffins, and other offerings from 7-11am Mon.-Fri. and 10-11:30am on Saturday and Sunday.

Foundation Room Restaurant

Tapas style menu. Hours: Fri.-Sat., 6-11pm. Reservations recommended; dress code is business casual.

French Quarter Buffet

Cost (all prices with Total Rewards card) : Mon-Thurs. 12pm-9pm, $24.99; Fri. noon-9pm, $29.99; Sat ., Sun. 9am-noon, $12.99. Sat. noon-9pm, $32.99; Sun. noon-9pm, $29.99.

Johnny Rockets

348-0725. A retro ’50s-style restaurant featuring classic burgers and more. Hours: Sun. – Thurs. 8am-mid.; Fri., Sat., 8am-2am.

Royal Noodle House

Located next to the Fortune Gaming Pavilion on the casino floor; authentic Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese noodle, rice and dim-sum dishes. Sun.– Thurs. noon-10pm; Fri ., Sat. noon – 4am

Scarduzio’s Steak | Sushi | Lounge

Hours: Sun., Wed. & Thurs. 5:30-10pm; Fri 5-9pm; Sat 5-10pm. Certified USDA Prime steaks, sushi rolls and an extensive list of craft beers, wines and signature cocktails.

Worship Surf Bar

Wings, tacos, sliders, sandwiches and salads. 609-343-4088; Sun., Mon. Noon – mid.; Fri. 4pm-2am; Sat. noon-2am.

Relish

A casual café offering an affordably priced menu open 24/7. The all-day menu includes breakfast dishes, homemade pastas, burgers, fresh sandwiches, and more.

Sky Café

Take in ocean views from this circular bar located next to the InOut pool. Breakfast buffet and omelet bar: 6am-noon. Snack Menu: noon-10pm.

Village Whiskey

From Chef Jose Garces, serves spirits and artfully crafted cocktails alongside classic American cuisine.

Yuboka

Chef Jose Garces presents this noodle bar serving dim sum, Asian-inspired small plates and steaming bowls of noodle soup.

Showboat 343-4000

Casa Di Napoli

Brick-oven pizza, classic Italian dishes.

Crossroads at House of Blues

Food Network star Chef Aaron Sanchez's restaurant. Open: Sun. – Thurs., 7am-10pm; Fri. – Sat., 7am-2am.

Earl of Sandwich

Popular restaurant chain featuring sandwiches, salads and desserts. Open 24-7.

Tropicana 340-4000

Chickie’s & Pete’s Crab House and Sports Bar

Philly’s favorite full-service restaurant and sports bar.

il Verdi

Upscale gourmet Italian cuisine presented in an elegant ambiance.

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Seafood restaurant, featuring locally grown food and wine. Has a sushi and raw bar. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 6-11pm. Located on the casino level in the South Tower.

Golden Dynasty

Traditional Chinese cuisine, Cantonese specialties and exotic delicacies for which Chef Ping is well known.

Seaside Cafe

This 24-hour dining experience offers updated casual fare.

Boardwalk Favorites

Max’s Prime

Casa Taco & Tequila Bar

Rainforest Café

Fiesta Buffet

Roberto’s Italian Buffet

Classic Boardwalk treats including foot-long hot dogs, fresh fruit smoothies, soft pretzels, cotton candy, corn dogs, and pizza. Mexican favorites like fresh fish tacos and their signature table-side guacamole. Abundant selection. Cost: $18.95 (plus tax) for breakfast and brunch Mon.–Fri. 8–11am; Sat. & Sun. 8am–1pm. Dinner buffet for $24.95 per person. Hours: Sun.-Fri. 8am-3pm; dinner served 4-8pm; Sat. 8am-3pm; 4-9pm dinner.

Hooters

Seafood, burgers and “nearly world-famous” chicken wings served by the famous Hooters girls.

Perry’s Pizza

An authentic pizzeria with Italian specialties and more.

A Dam Good Deli

“Mom and Pop”-style deli featuring a variety of overstuffed sandwiches along with homemade soups.

On the Boardwalk at Trump Plaza. 3455757. rainforestcafe.com. Features antipasto bar, pizza, homemade meatballs, pastas, seafood, Caesars salad, Italian cookies. Thurs.-Sun. 5-9pm; $17.95 with Trump One card.

Food Court

With Starbucks, Sbarro, Nathan’s Famous, Arthur Treacher’s, Häagen-Dazs, Auntie Anne’s Pretzels and Sarah’s Cookies.

Trump Taj Mahal 449-1000

Dynasty

Tony Luke’s

Bite into the “real taste of South Philly” with renowned cheesesteaks and other top notch sandwiches.

The Quarter at the Tropicana: A Dam Good Sports Bar

347-7770. Catch your favorite game while eating a meal with everything from beef to seafood menu.

Broadway Burger Bar and Grill

Gourmet burgers cooked over an open flame including the eatery’s signature 24-oz. Hubcap Burger. Full service bar and live entertainment.

Carmine’s

572-9300. The renowned New York family-style Italian institution serves southern Italian appetizers, entrees and desserts prepared from the freshest quality ingredients in large portions.

Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar

348-6700. cubalibrerestaurant.com. Classic and contemporary Cuban dishes. Brunch, dinner and late dining served daily.

The Palm

344-7256. thepalm.com. Known for its aged prime beef, Nova Scotia lobsters and outstanding American and Italian dishes.

Cantonese/Chinese with many delicacies including authentic sushi bar.

Hard Rock Café

On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 441-0007. Casual American fare in a rock ’n’ roll atmosphere. Open 11am-mid. daily (till 1am Fri.-Sat.).

Il Mulino New York

Offers two distinct, side-by-side dining experiences, the fine dining restaurant, Il Mulino New York and the more casual, newer concept, Trattoria Il Mulino.

Moon at Dynasty

Serving specialty cocktails, including the Sake-tini, along with sushi creations and fully cooked selections.

The Rim

A gourmet noodle bar right off the casino floor. Sit at the circular bar and watch chefs prepare your meal or dine at a private table.

Sultan’s Feast

Buffet features black angus steaks grilled to order and more.

Spice Road A selection of eateries and shops at the Taj Mahal, including:

P.F. Chang’s China Bistro

Maharaj Express & Salad Express

Rí-Rá Irish Pub & Restaurant

Plate American Cafe

348-4600. Traditional Chinese cuisine, with innovative contemporary creations. 348-8600. Authentic pubs were imported from Ireland and reassembled here. Pub fare and modern interpretations of classic Irish dishes.

Authentic Indian food and fusion kababs. Satisfy your cravings at this American café open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Panda Express

Fast, casual Asian cuisine with a full menu.

Tropicana’s The Marketplace:

Located on the sixth floor, this steakhouse features great steaks, prime rib and seafood selections.

Trump Plaza Evo

441-6000

2225 Boardwalk at Trump Plaza. 441-0400. evorestaurant.com. Serving specialty cocktails and 20 wines by the glass. Menu features world cuisine and brick-oven pizzas.

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Starbucks

Coffee, lattes, pastries and more.

White House Sub Shop

The legendary AC sub shop expands to a casino locale, with breakfast served from 9:30am. n

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Happy Hour

In the Tavern, Tuesday - Friday & Sunday, (5 - 7 p.m.) Drink Specials & Half-Price Appetizers, Sandwiches & Salads

Live Entertainment “Wine Down Wednesdays” with Beth Tinnon & Co. Pianist John Arnett, Fridays & Saturdays

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Lunch: Tues - Fri 12 - 3 pm . Dinner: Tues - Sat 5 - 9 pm & Sun 3:30 - 9 pm

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