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contents Andre’s Italian Restaurant �� 12 Athenian Garden �� 6 A Touch of Italy �� 11 Back Bay Ale House �� 9 Baia �� 8 Berkshire Grill �� 4

6105 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ

609.272.8808 Make Father’s Day Reservations at www.berkshiregrillnj.com Hours of Operation: Monday – Thursday: 4:00pm – 11:00pm Friday & Saturday: 3:00pm – Midnight Now on Sunday: 3:00pm – 10:00pm

The Borgata �� 2 Caesars Entertainment �� 3 Cafe 2825 �� 8 Cellar 32 �� 6 Chart House �� 5 Chelsea Prime �� 11 Cherry Cafe & Catering Company �� 19 Cleo’s Fish �� 17

Mama Mia’s Ristorante

Downbeach Deli �� 9 Gertrude’s �� 17 Ginza �� 19 Hard Rock �� 12 JAQK Cellars �� 22 Johnny Rockets �� 19 Jo-Jo’s Trattoria & Pizzeria �� 8 Laguna Grill Martini Bar �� 5 Last Chance Saloon �� 17 Mama Mia’s Ristorante �� 4 Manna �� 15

Mama Mia’s Ristorante, Pizza and Catering: where the locals enjoy fine casual Italian cuisine year round.

Miyako �� 12 Old Waterway Inn �� 11 Phillips Seafood �� 13

Awarded Best Crab Cakes at the shore. Best daily special. Favorite Italian Restaurant. On and off premises catering • Brick oven pizzas Take-home ready cook dinner trays. 6105 W. Jersey Ave., Egg Harbor Township, NJ (609) 484-8877 2087 South Shore Rd., Seaville, NJ (609) 624-9322 www.mamamiasnj.com 4 TA S TE • AT LAN T I C C I T Y WEEKL Y ’S sp r in g/summer D I NI NG GUIDE 2 0 1 1

Renault Winery �� 5 Scales �� 9 Sofia �� 9 Starr Restaurants �� 23 Tropicana (FIN) �� 24 Trump Taj Mahal �� 7

South Jersey’s Only Restaurant Directly On The Beach

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Zagat Rated Excellent 4 Years in a Row Rated Excellent by Atlantic City Press

Fine Cuisine • Excellent Service • Unique Ambiance

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IS NOW DOCKED IN Serving sushi from 2:00pm to 10:00pm Open For Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Seven Days • Reservations Suggested Special Occasion Parties for up to 200

1400 Ocean Ave., Brigantine • 609-266-7731 www.lagunagrill.com

ATLANTIC CITY

Atlantic City is the home of the 30th location of the famous Chart House restaurant, known for breathtaking waterfront views and exquisite dining. • Updated and lavish new décor • Magnificent waterfront view, right on the marina • Fresh fish specialties, award-winning prime rib, hot chocolate lava cake

Tuscany House Hotel

Renault Vineyard Golf

• Upscale private dining room for special events • Happy hour Monday through Friday 4-6pm, with appetizers and specialty cocktails starting at $5

Renault Winery

Fine Dining

72 North Bremen Avenue • Egg Harbor • NJ

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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 2011 Spring/Summer dining guide. We are pleased to bring you this 18th 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 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 spring and summer. 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 609-646-4848 or fax 609-6467338. All material in Taste of South Jersey ® is copyright 2011 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 Listings Editor Mike Pritchard Art Director Craig Billow Production Manager Doug Wipf Graphic Designers Eddy Dubell, LeTera Haynes, Drew Phillips, Travis Tingey Production Coordinator Kathleen Holmes-Disbrow, ext. 14 Advertising Account Executives Kimberly Hayes, ext. 17; Rich Kohler, ext. 18; Madelon Woller, ext. 21 Classified Advertising Rogena Mitchell, ext. 28

Open Daily at 10am 3119 Revere Blvd., Brigantine (corner of 32nd and Revere)

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Accounts Receivable Jean Kelly Circulation Manager Bill Beck, ext. 24; bbeck@acweekly.com Publisher Lewis B. Steiner, ext. 11; lsteiner@acweekly.com Visit us online at acweekly.com for local restaurant features, videos, a local food & drink guide, happy hour guide and much more.

DiSCOver Our new $ 35 CheF’S SpeCiAl menu Savor fine dining at a delicious price!

Atlantic City’s Best-Kept Dining Secret Serving Only Certified Angus Beef

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You Say Tomato T Recipes fresh off the vine

here’s nothing like a juicy, ripe tomato to wake up a recipe and put a smile on your face. And tomatoes’ versatility means that you can enjoy them in a wide range of dishes that make friends and family smile too. “Florida tomatoes have been the inspiration for many of my most treasured recipes,” says Justin Timineri, executive chef and culinary ambassador for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. “But honestly, my side dish of choice — the simple joy of fresh, raw Florida tomatoes seasoned with a sprinkle of sea salt.” Chef Justin has created these recipes that maximize that fresh-off-the-vine taste and minimize your time in the kitchen. For more Florida tomato recipes, visit floridatomatoes.org.

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Are you one of the 60 percent of Classic Tomato Flavoring people who currently store tomatoes in Partners the refrigerator? Chef Justin says that When creating your own tomato dishkills flavor and texture. es, keep these great flavor partners in Instead, ripen your tomatoes in a bowl mind: basil, black pepper, kosher salt, on your counter where they can reach lemon, lime, chili peppers or powder, full flavor and color — a treat for your curry powder, garlic, orange zest, oregaeyes and your palate. To hasten ripening, no, rosemary and tarragon place tomatoes in a sealed paper bag or fruit-ripening bowl.

Your Recipe Could Win $500 To celebrate the versatility and great flavor of fresh Florida tomatoes, the Florida Tomato Committee is hosting its Most Delicious Dish Recipe Contest. Submit an original recipe that incorporates fresh Florida tomatoes. The winning recipe will be selected on the basis of taste, appearance and ease of preparation, with attention also given to clear and creative photos. Get all the details at floridatomatoes.org.

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Florida arugula (or basil).Vinaigrette: 1/3 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 1 clove garlic, minced; kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste. For vinaigrette: In medium sized bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, honey, basil and garlic until completely emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning with kosher salt and fresh ground pepper. For tomatoes: Rinse tomatoes under cold running water and pat dry with clean paper towels. With a sharp serrated knife, cut each tomato into an even number of wedges. Then make a horizontal cut near the tip of each wedge, being careful not to cut all the way down. Set aside sliced tomatoes. Cut mozzarella into slices that will fit into the slices made in the tomatoes. (Try to fit one piece of mozzarella into a tomato to see what size you’ll need to cut the rest.) To assemble, insert a slice of mozzarella into each tomato wedge. Arrange wedges on a plate and top with arugula or basil leaves. Garnish with basil vinaigrette. Season with kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste. Serve at room temperature. n

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diningguide Atlantic City For casino restaurants and independent establishments located within casino properties, including more restaurants located inside The Quarter at the Tropicana and at The Pier Shops at Caesars, see Casino Dining listings at the end of this section. For more listings, visit acweekly.com.

Back Bay Ale House

800 N. New Hampshire Ave., Gardner’s Basin. 449-0006. backbayalehouse.com. Relaxed,

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Located at the Tropicana, 340-4000. tropicana.net. Seafood restaurant, featuring locally grown food and wine under the direction of locally born and trained Chef Demetrios Haronis. Has a sushi and raw bar. Hours: Wed.Sun. 6-11pm. Located on the casino level in the South Tower.

Fornelletto

Located at Borgata. 3171000. theborgata.com.

served daily from 8-11am. Lunch and dinner served daily from 11am-1am Sun.Thurs., 11am-3am Fri. & Sat. Showboat: A retro ’50s-style restaurant featuring classic burgers and more. Hours: Sun.-Thurs., 8am-mid.; Fri.Sat., 8am-2am.

Old Waterway Inn

1700 W. Riverside Dr. 3471793. oldwaterway.com. Specializing in seafood and steaks. Under new management. Happy hour: Mon.-

Golden Nugget, Atlantic City’s Marina District. Call 340-5030 or visit charthouse.com. Lunch Mon.Fri., 11:30am-3pm. Dinner is 3-10pm Mon.-Fri. and Sat.-Sun., noon-10pm. Happy Hour is Mon.-Fri. 4-6pm. Reservations are recommended.

Chelsea Prime

111 S. Chelsea Ave. (Inside The Chelsea Hotel). thechelsea-ac.com. 348-2200. A steakhouse in the setting of a 1940s supper club with indoor and outdoor seating, a cocktail lounge with a curvilinear bar and entertainment.

Located at Borgata. 3171000. theborgata.com. Contemporary American cuisine in two distinctive dining areas. Sun.-Fri. $39 per person prix-fixe menu before 6:30pm with reservations.

Buddakan

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

The Continental

Café 2825

Chart House

Wolfgang Puck American Grille

The Pier Shops at Caesars:

offering a unique menu in a charming atmosphere with stunning bay views. Open daily from 11am for lunch and dinner. New menu, decor and free parking. Waterfront deck with live music. $5 sunset happy hour every Friday at 4pm. 2825 Atlantic Ave. (at Brighton Ave.). 344-6913. cafe2825.com. Regional Italian fare with full bar. Upscale Italian dining. Tues.-Sat. 4:30pm-close. Reservations accepted.

ments with his signature and acclaimed approach to seafood. Sun.-Fri. $39 per person prix-fixe menu before 6:30pm with reservations.

Cellar 32 Celebrated chef Stephan Kalt’s new restaurant offering traditional Southern Italian fare. Sun.-Fri. $39 per person prix-fixe menu before 6:30pm with reservations.

Fri. 5-7pm. Live music Sat. & Sun. Waterfront deck. Breakfast Mon.-Fri. 10am; brunch Sat. & Sun. 10am2pm.

Hard Rock Café

800 N. New Hampshire Ave. (Gardner’s Basin. Formerly the Flying Cloud Cafe). 345-8222, scalesgrill.com. Casual waterfront dining. Lunch, dinner and private functions. New menu and decor. Specialty cocktails and frozen drinks. Free parking. Open daily at 11am. $5 sunset happy hour every Friday at 4pm.

On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 441-0007. hardrock.com. Casual American fare in a rock ’n’ roll atmosphere including Legendary burger menu, authentic memorabilia of famous rock musicians. Open 11am-mid. daily (till 1am Fri.Sat.). $4 happy hour at bar and patio, Mon.-Fri. noon5pm.

Johnny Rockets

Bally’s & at Showboat, 3400099/ 348-0725. A retro ’50s-style Boardwalk restaurant. Bally’s: Breakfast

Scales Grill & Deck Bar

SeaBlue

Located at Borgata. 3171000. theborgata.com. Celebrated chef Michael Mina combines cutting-edge technology and design ele-

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674-8300, continentalac. com. An “outdoor” patio bar with signature drinks & sunken fire-pit lounge as well as the large flower-shaped central dining pod, nicknamed the “Sammy Davis Room.”

Phillips Seafood

348-2273. Serving authentic Maryland-style seafood and world-famous crab cakes. Lunch and dinner served seven days a week, featuring an open, expedition kitchen. Open Sun.-Thurs. 11:30am10pm; Fri.-Sat. 11:30am11pm.

Brigantine Andre’s Italian Restaurant

1312 W. Brigantine Ave. 266-1124. Serving pizza, subs, steaks, Italian dinners, grilled seafood, cappuccino and desserts. Take-out, eat-in and delivery. Open 10:30am-10pm daily. Continued on page 16

8409 Ventnor Ave Margate, NJ 609-822-7722

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Corner of Ventnor & Jerome Aves.

Now open for lunch Monday thru Saturday 11:30 am—2:30 pm Burgers, Sandwiches, Panini, Salads Eat in or pick up and take to the beach Deli style pastrami & corned beef Grilled Panini Crab Cake Sandwich Pulled Pork Beef Brisket Veggie Panini Grilled Chicken Panini Salads

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Cellar 32

32nd St. and Revere Blvd. Entree and tapas style restaurant, bar and package goods store. Lunch and dinner specials daily. Serving 30 wines by the glass. Outdoor dining. Open daily at 10am.

Laguna Grill Martini Bar

1400 Ocean Ave. 266-7731. lagunagrill.com. Fine cuisine, unique ambiance on the beach with beautiful view. Nightly specials and live entertainment. Open daily: breakfast starts at 8am, lunch at noon and dinner at 4pm.

Downbeach Ventnor, Margate & Longport Cleo’s Fish Palace

7307 Ventnor Ave., Ventnor. 822-5858. cleosfish.com. A large variety of prepared seafood and dinner platters. Catering available.

Downbeach Deli

Manna

Miyako

9210 Ventnor Ave., Margate. 822-4759. Authentic Japanese cuisine.

Sofia

9314 Amherst Ave., Margate. 822-9111. sofiaofmargate.com. This bayside treasure transports you to the Mediterranean with stylish decor and authentic Mediterranean and Continental cuisine.

Mainland & Region

8 S. Essex Ave., Margate. 823-7310. Serving up a huge selection of breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily, 8am-7:30pm.

Athenian Garden

Gertrude’s

Black Horse Pike, Cardiff/ EHT. 646-1855. touchofitaly.net. Serving veal, seafood, pasta, steaks and brick-oven pizzas. Banquet facilities. Happy hour Mon.Fri. 4-6:30pm.

7309 Ventnor Ave., Ventnor. 823-3003. gertrudesventnor.com. Under the direction of Chef Neil Elsohn, Gertrude’s is a casual yet sophisticated restaurant that uses organic, locally grown and harvested vegetables along with herbs, meats, cheeses and fish. Starting July 3, open every evening.

Jo-Jo’s Trattoria & Pizzeria 6501Ventnor Ave., Ventnor. 822-6475. jo-jopizza.com. A family tradition, serving pizza and Italian dishes, since 1970.

Scales Grill & Deck Bar

8409 Ventnor Ave., (corner of Jerome and Ventnor avenues) Margate. 822-7722. mannaattheshore.com . Zagat-rated BYO serving New American cuisine, offering something for everyone. Dinner favorites include Paella, Wasabi two pepper shrimp, and Wild Mushroom Bruschetta. Vegan menu and glutenfree menu items available. Luxurious ambiance.

619 New York Rd. (Route 9), Galloway Twp. 748-1818. Authentic Greek cuisine.

A Touch of Italy

Baia Restaurant

998 Bay Ave., Somers Point. 926-9611. baiarestaurant. com. Casual dining featuring Italian-Coastal cuisine with three waterfront decks.

Berkshire Grill

Black Horse Pike at English Creek Ave., EHT. 272-8808. berkshiregrill.net. Great seafood and thick, juicy, tender steaks. Mon.-Thurs.

4-11pm. Fri. & Sat. 3pmmidnight. Sun. 3-10pm.

Ginza Japanese Restaurant

6708 Black Horse Pike, EHT. 383-2588. (Ginza II located in English Creek Shopping Ctr., EHT. 3833999). ginza-us.com. Hibachi steakhouse and sushi bar. Sushi, sashimi, grill. Zagat rated. Lunch and dinner daily.

Johnny Rockets

Hamilton Mall, Mays Landing. johnnyrockets. com. 1950s-themed classic burger joint and more. Also located in Atlantic City at the Showboat casino and Bally’s off the Atlantic City Boardwalk.

Last Chance Saloon

221 Route 30, Chesilhurst. 858-768-5848. Home of the Fat Boy 1/2 lb. Grilled Burger. Food & spirits, plus live music. Open Mon-Fri. 11am-2am; Sat. & Sun. 9am-2am. Happy hour Mon.-Fri. 4-7pm.

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Mama Mia’s Ristorante

6105 W. Jersey Ave., Egg Harbor Twp., 484-8877. Also in Seaville, Cape May County, 2087 South Shore Rd., 624-9322. mamamiasnj.com Lunch, dinner, latenight snacks, pizza. Free delivery to EHT, Linwood, Northfield and Somers Point.

Renault Winery

72 N. Breman Ave, Egg Harbor City. 965-2111. renaultwinery.com. Sun. brunch 10am-2pm. Gourmet restaurant and also Joseph’s Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Also golf course, Tuscany House Hotel and the historic winery grounds and operation. Private parties.

Tap Room & Grille

Atlantic City Country Club, 1 Leo Fraser Dr., Northfield. 236.4465. Featuring an acclaimed Sunday brunch. Open Sun.-Thurs. lunch from 11am. Fri.& Sat. dinner from 5pm. Fri.-Sun. breakfast from 7am. Sun. brunch, 10am-2pm. n

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CASINOdiningguide BALLY’s 340-2000 Arturo’s

Enjoy a traditional Italian meal prepared with a contemporary, New York fare in the sophisticated setting of this award-winning trattoria.

Bally’s Brunch

Brunch every Sunday at the Reserve, 10am–2 pm. $39.99 per person.

Ben & Jerry’s

Enjoy all your signature favorites; also the home of the Philadelphia Soft Pretzel Factory.

Harry’s Oyster Bar & Seafood

This summer, renowned Atlantic City restaurateurs Maureen Shay and Frank Dougherty will open the doors to their newest venture, located inside Bally’s Atlantic City. Harry’s Oyster Bar & Seafood will feature extensive raw bar and fresh seafood.

Johnny Rockets

340-0099. A retro ’50s-style Boardwalk restaurant. Breakfast served daily from 8-11am. Lunch and dinner served daily from 11am-1am Sun.-Thurs., 11am-3am Fri. & Sat.

Noodle Village

Offering an extensive selection of authentic Chinese and Vietnamese comfort foods.

Pickles Deli

New York style deli.

The Reserve/Preview Bar

Bally’s iconic culinary experience.

6ix: A Bistro

American bistro. Breakfast served anytime.

Red Pearl

Modern Asian cuisine served up fresh in casual setting.

Spa Café

Fornelletto

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

Nero’s Sunday Brunch

Includes freshly carved prime meats, omelet artisan designing your gourmet omelet. Price: $44.95; includes champagne and Bloody Marys.

Located in the Spa at Bally’s, offering health-conscious meals.

Gypsy Bar

The Bagel & Doughnut Connection

Izakaya

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N.O.W. (Noodles of the World) Asian fusion.

Offers a selection of traditional and modern Asian cuisines.

Old Homestead Steak House

La Piazza Buffet

Open daily.

340-2000 Gold Tooth Gerties

Bakery, bagel sandwiches, & more.

Virginia City Buffet

All-you-can-eat, Western-style buffet. Hours: Mon.–Thurs. lunch noon–3pm, dinner 3–9pm.; Fri.–Sun. noon-10pm. $21.99 (plus tax) daily for dinner; $16.99 (plus tax) lunch Mon.Thurs.

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Choose from a variety of regional steaks and seafood.

Borgata Buffet

Extensive buffet menu. Breakfast, $14.95 (plus tax), Mon.-Sat. 8-11:15am; Lunch, $17.95 (plus tax), Mon.-Fri. noon-2pm; Sat. noon-3pm; Dinner $28.95 (plus tax) Mon.Thurs. 4-8pm; Fri. 4-9pm; Sat. 4-10pm; Sun. 8am-3pm for brunch; 4-9pm for dinner.

Bread + Butter

Griddled sandwiches served with an array of premiere beverages and desserts.

Fun, relaxing dining experience. A modern Japanese pub from Michael Schulson.

Cafe Roma

Coffee shop w/take-out available.

Kwi Restaurant and Noodle Bar

Casual cafe with pizza, pasta, panini, fresh salads.

Buffet selections for all day dining. Breakfast, daily $14.99 plus tax, 8-11:30am. Lunch, $17.99, 11:30am-4pm; Dinner weekdays, $26.99, 4pm-closing; $29.99 weekends. Hours: Sun.Thurs., 8am–9pm; Fri., 8am– 10pm; Sat., 8am–11pm.

SeaBlue

Mia

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

Roma

Celebrated chef Michael Mina combines cutting-edge technology and design elements with his signature and acclaimed approach to seafood.

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

Morton’s

Lobby of The Water Club featuring tapas and small bits.

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

The Cafeteria

Nero’s Grill

Sunroom

Full of quick food options.

The Metropolitan

Sirloin and porterhouse steak and New England lobster.

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

Tazza

Wolfgang Puck American Grille

Venice Bar, vb Burger Bar

Contemporary American cuisine in two distinctive dining areas.

Caesars 348-4411 Atlantic Grill

Coming in June with grills fish, meats, raw bar and sushi.

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taste menu guide Continued from page 18 twilight sky or “opium den style” dining nooks.

The Continental

674-8300, continentalac.com. An “outdoor” patio bar with signature drinks & sunken firepit lounge as well as the large flower-shaped central dining pod, nicknamed the “Sammy Davis Room.”

Game On!

345-6800. State-of-the-art sports-bar and restaurant.

Phillips Seafood

348-2273. Serving authentic Maryland-style seafood and world-famous crab cakes. Lunch and dinner served seven days a week, featuring an open, expedition kitchen. Open Sun.Thurs. 11:30am-10pm; Fri.-Sat. 11:30am-11pm.

Piazza di Giorgio

345-3100. Food Court with A Taste of Tuscany, South of the Border, Salad Sensations, Hot Off the Grille, and Udon Creations. Also a fresh fruit smoothie bar.

Souzai Sushi & Sake

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

The Trinity Pub and Carvery

345-6900. A warm and inviting place to relax and enjoy a frosty pint of your favorite stout while feasting on traditional Irish specialties.

golden nugget The Bayside Buffet

An all you can eat International buffet has all your traditional favorites in a relaxing atmosphere lunch and dinner Mon.-Thurs. ($16.99 plus tax.), or sample the lavish breakfast buffet from 8am -11:30am daily ($12.99 plus tax.). A Seafood buffet is featured every Fri., Sat., and Sun. during lunch and dinner ($25.99 plus tax.). Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 8am-8pm; Fri.-Sun. 8am-9pm.

Chart House

Lunch Mon.-Fri., 11:30am-3pm.

Dinner is 3-10pm Mon.-Fri. and Sat.-Sun., noon-10pm. Happy Hour is Mon.-Fri. 4-6pm. Reservations are recommended. Call 340-5030 or visit charthouse.com.

The Deck Bayfront Bar & Restaurant Seasonal bayfront bar and restaurant. Your favorite drinks with a full menu featuring new items like Old Bay Crab Dip and Seafood Salad. Enjoy live bands nightly in the summer.

Imperial Court Superb Chinese cuisine with exotic offerings and assortment of familiar items. Open for dinner for Fri.- Sun. 6pm.

The Poolside Café Located on the 5th Floor, with a breathtaking view of the Atlantic City skyline, is the seasonal Poolside Snack bar. Enjoy light fare by the pool.

Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse A world-class steakhouse, Vic & Anthony’s features an awardwinning menu with the finest prime beef and fresh seafood, as well as an extensive wine collection, impeccable service, and an elegant, yet cozy atmosphere. Opening in June 2011.

Harrah’s Resort 441-5000 Bill’s Bar and Burger Coming soon, with classic burgers and more.

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

Club Cappuccino

Coffee bar. Fine gourmet coffees, cappuccino, espresso and teas accompanied by homemade pastries, cookies and brownies.

Corner Grille & Deli

Traditional deli favorites. Also has hot menu items.

Dos Caminos

Authentic Mexican delights including signature dishes like tacos, ceviche, and guacamole. Open Sun.-Thurs., 5pm-11pm; Fri.-Sat., 5pm1am. Reservations: 4415575.

Luke Palladino at Harrah’s Resort

Seasonally-driven Italianinspired restaurant offering savory Italian dishes using fresh, locally-sourced produce and sought-after gourmet ingredients from native Italian regions. Executive chef Luke Palladino is making his return to the Atlantic City culinary scene with this new venture. Open Mon.-Wed., 5-9pm; Fri. 5-10pm; Sat.-Sun., 5-11pm. Reservations: 441-5575.

McCormick & Schmick’s

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

Reflections

A 24-hour cafe offering steaks, seafood, sandwiches and burgers. Breakfast is available anytime plus The Noodle Bar open Thurs.-Sun.

The Steakhouse

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

Taste of the Shore

Food emporium features Primo Pizza, Sack O’ Subs, Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream and Philly Soft Pretzel Factory.

Temptations Fine Chocolate & Coffee

Located on first level of Waterfront Tower. Open 7am7pm Sun.-Thurs., until 2am on Fri. & Sat.

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Waterfront Buffet

Extensive buffet items. Cost: $29.99 (plus tax, $22.99 kids) for dinner daily; $23.99 (plus tax, $10.99, kids) for brunch. Hours: Mon. & Fri., 8:30am–noon brunch, 4–9pm dinner; Tues. & Wed., noon–9pm dinner; Thurs. 4–9pm dinner; Sat. 8:30am– noon brunch, 1–10pm dinner; Sun. 8:30am–1:30pm brunch, 2–9pm diner.

Hilton Cappuccino’s

Coffee and espresso bar plus pastry shop, soups and sandwiches. Open 24 hrs. from Sun. at 7am-Close Fri. at 11pm. Sat. 7am-11pm.

The Coffee Shop

Features a focus on comfort. From a unique spin on “all-day” breakfast foods like Ricotta cheese pancakes, to their all day menu, Mon.-Thurs. 7am-11pm; Fri. 7am-close on Sun. at 11pm.

Cornucopia Buffet

Land and sea buffet features a variety of specialties. Cost: $18.50 plus tax. Open Sun.Thurs., noon-8pm; Fri.-Sat., noon-9pm.

Empress Gem Noodle Bar

Asian noodle bar open Sun.-Fri. 2pm-mid. Sat. 2pm-2am.

Nick’s Burger Bar

Design your own gourmet burger from top to bottom. Exotic beers. Mon.-Thurs. noon-5pm (bar only), 5pm-mid. (dining); Fri. 5pm-1am; Sat. noon-am; Sun. noon-mid.

ONO Pan-Asian Bistro and Bar

Features exotic dishes from sushi to sashimi to rock lobster tail with Kaffir lime butter. For those with simpler tastes ONO also features a traditional surf & turf or New York strip steak. Fri. & Sat. 5:30-10pm; Sunday brunch 10am-2pm.

Patsy’s

Specializing in Neapolitan cuisine, Patsy’s Italian Restaurant in New York was Frank Sinatra’s favorite restaurant. Fri. & Sat. 5:30-10pm; Sun. 6-10pm. For

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Simon Prime

Contemporary American steakhouse by famed, celebrity chef Kerry Simon. Simon Prime has quickly become famous for its amazing steaks, as well as its unique take on fish, seafood, chops and organic seasonal vegetables. Thurs. 6-10pm; Fri. & Sat. 5:30-10pm.

more. Fall hours: Mon.-Thurs. 4-9:30pm; Fri. noon-9:30pm; Sat. noon-11pm; Sun. noon9:30pm.

Gallagher’s Steakhouse

Resorts

340-6555. The renowned New York City steakhouse is located on Resorts’ dining level and features traditional dry-aged steaks and seafood favorites prepared on their famous open flame. Fall hours: Sun.-Fri. 5-9:30pm; Sat. 5-11pm.

344-6000

Showboat

Asian Spice

343-4000

Gourmet cuisine with a noodle bar and Chinese barbecue items. Noodle bar open daily noon-11pm; Restaurant open Fri.-Tues. 6-11pm.

Beachball Seafood House

Open July 4th weekend to Labor Day weekend.

Boardwalk Perks

Coffee shop with deli sandwiches. Open Sun.-Thurs. 7am -5pm; Fri.-Sat. 7am-11pm.

Breadsticks Cafe & Grill

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

The Buffet

Offers an international menu, as well a full complement of all-American selections. Open Mon.-Thurs. 11:30am-7:30pm; Fri. 11:30am-9pm; Sat. 9am9pm and Sun. 9am-7pm. Cost: $19.20 (plus tax) lunch and dinner; $13.99 (plus tax) for breakfast Sat. & Sun.

Capriccio

This perennial Zagat Awardwinning Italian restaurant features antipasto, pasta delicacies, fresh seafood or veal entrées with ocean views. Sunday Brunch available for $44.95 per person. Open Mon., Tues., Fri. 6-11pm; Sat. 5-11pm and Sunday Brunch 9:30am -2pm.

Gallagher’s Burger Bar

Burger Bar located across from Gallagher’s offers dry-aged beef burgers, chili made with choice sirloin, sliders (mini burgers) and

5-11pm. Closed Sun.-Tues.

Rib & Chophouse

Steaks, chops, chicken and fresh seafood, char-grilled to specification. Raw bar plus the freshest catch.

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.

Soup, overstuffed sandwiches, made-to-order pizza and desserts, 24/7.

Casa Di Napoli

Brick-oven pizza, classic Italian dishes including pasta, veal and seafood, homemade salad and breads.

French Quarter Buffet

Patrons choose their favorite flavor and toppings. Then the staff mixes them together on a marble slab. Dine-in or take-out.

Fiesta Buffet

340-4000

Hooters

il Verdi

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

FIN

The Quarter at the Tropicana:

Upscale gourmet Italian cuisine presented in an elegant ambiance. Seafood restaurant, featuring locally grown food and wine under the direction of locally born and trained Chef Demetrios Haronis. Has a sushi and raw bar. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 6-11pm. Located on the casino level in the South Tower.

Johnny Rockets

This 24-hour dining experience offers updated casual fare.

Golden Dynasty

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

Seaside Cafe

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Mansion Cafe

Create-A-Cone

Tropicana

Open. Mon.-Sun. 7am-mid. Signature drinks, including lattes and other specialty coffee drinks and pastry selection.

Seafood Carnival Weekends featuring filet and lobster on Saturday nights. Cost is Fri. $29.99; Sat., $35.99 and Sun. $29.99. On Sundays the Buffet will be offering roasted plank salmon, carved prime rib roast, hand made steakhouse crab cakes, grilled shrimp skewers, fresh seafood pasta action station. Mon.-Thurs. 12-4pm lunch; $19.99 (plus tax) Mon.–Thurs. dinner 4-9pm, $25.99. 348-0725. A retro ’50s-style restaurant featuring classic burgers and more. Hours: Sun.-Thurs., 8am-mid.; Fri.-Sat., 8am-2am.

Casual dining BBQ restaurant serving hickory-smoked pork, beef, chicken, BBQ ribs, sandwiches and salads.

Abundant selection. Cost: $18.95 (plus tax) for breakfast and brunch Mon.–Fri. 8–11am; Sat. & Sun. 8am–1pm. Nightly seafood buffet for $24.95 per person (complimentary lobster tail on Fridays). Hours: Mon.–Thurs. noon–8pm; Fri. noon–9pm; Sat. 2–10pm; Sun. 2–8pm.

Starbucks Coffee

Canal Street Bread & Sandwich Co.

Corky’s Ribs & BBQ

A Dam Good Sports Bar

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

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

Hearth-baked biscuits, overstuffed sandwiches, hearty salads and more. Home of the $3 Big Easy Burger.

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

344-7256. thepalm.com. Outstanding American and Italian dishes.

Oshi Sushi & Sake

Boardwalk Favorites

348-4600. Traditional Chinese cuisine, with innovative contemporary creations that demonstrate modern in-

343-4330. A 32-seat oasis for classic Japanese sushi and sake from chef Tony Fok, located in the Rib & Chophouse. Hours: Wed.-Fri., 5-10pm; Sat.,

Classic Boardwalk treats including foot-long hot dogs, fresh fruit smoothies, soft pretzels, cotton candy, corn dogs, and pizza.

P.F. Chang’s China Bistro

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Red Square

344-9100. Famed restaurateur Jeffrey Chodorow’s vodka and caviar bar and restaurant.

Rí-Rá Irish Pub & Restaurant

348-8600. Pub fare and modern interpretations of classic Irish dishes.

TRUMP PLAZA 441-6000 24 Central Cafe

An upscale dining experience in a casual atmosphere, features everything from steaks to seafood and from Asian dishes to the latest martinis available.

China Cafe & Sushi Chef

Boardwalk Terrace (overlooking the ocean). 572-0866. A fusion of unique Asian cuisine.

Evo

2225 Boardwalk at Trump Plaza. 441-0400. evorestaurant.com. Serving specialty cocktails and 20 wines by the glass.

Max’s

Located on the sixth floor, this steakhouse features U.S.D.A. prime certified Angus beef and seafood selections. Open for dinner.

Rainforest Café

On the Boardwalk at Trump Plaza. 345-5757. rainforestcafe.com.

Roberto’s

Serving northern and southern Italian cuisine in a setting that overlooks the ocean.

TRUMP TAJ MAHAL 449-1000 Dynasty

Cantonese/Chinese with many delicacies including au-

thentic sushi bar.

Hard Rock Café

On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 441-0007.

Il Mulino New York

Offers two distinct, sideby-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.

Royal Albert’s Palace

On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 449-9200. Fine Indian cuisine.

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Safari Steak House Decorated in a rustic jungle theme, the steakhouse received the Gold award from the National Academy of Restaurant Sciences.

Sultan’s Feast Buffet features black angus steaks grilled to order, gourmet pizza and dessert stations. $14.98 (plus tax) for breakfast daily 8–11:30am; $22.47 for lunch/dinner Mon.–Fri. noon–9pm; $26.75 Sat.–Sun. for lunch/dinner (open until 10pm Sat.).

Spice Road A selection of eateries and shops, including Go, Plate American Cafe, Soup, Starbucks and White House Subs. n

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THE HOTTEST SEAFOOD SENSATION IN ATLANTIC CITY. Dive into an array of signature dishes created from the freshest local ingredients. Quench your thirst for the exotic at The Bar at FIN with specialty cocktails and an impressive selection of locally-produced wines and beers. FOR RESERVATIONS, CALL 609-340-4000 EXT 4936.

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