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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 2011 Summer dining guide. We are pleased to bring you this 19th 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 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 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 Maria Deaver, ext 38; Kimberly Hayes, ext. 17; Rich Kohler, ext. 18; Madelon Woller, ext. 21 Classified Advertising Rogena Mitchell, 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: Zuppa di Pesce, prepared by Chef Jimmy Cordivari at Tre Figlio, located on the White Horse Pike in Pomona, Galloway Township. (Photo by Craig Billow)
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City institution, Angelo’s Italian fare has flourished for three generations.
Café 2825 2825 Atlantic Ave. (at Brighton Ave.). 344-6913. cafe2825.com. Regional Italian fare with full bar. Upscale Italian dining. Tues.-Sat. 4:30p-close. Reservations accepted.
Golden Nugget, Atlantic City’s Marina district. Call 340-5030 or visit chart-house.com. Lunch Mon.-Fri., 11:30am3pm. Dinner is 3-10pm Mon.-Fri. and Sat.-Sun., noon-10pm. Happy Hour is Mon.-Fri. 4-6pm. Reservations are recommended.
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FIN 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.
Old Waterway Inn 1700 W. Riverside Dr. 347-1793. oldwaterway.com. Specializing in seafood and steaks. Under new management. Happy hour: Mon.-Fri. 5-7pm. Live music Sat. & Sun. Waterfront deck. Breakfast Mon.-Fri. 10am; brunch Sat. & Sun. 10am-2pm.
The Pier Shops at Caesars: Buddakan 674-0100. Restaurant includes twilight sky or “opium den style” dining nooks.
Chelsea Prime 111 S. Chelsea Ave. (Inside Chelsea hotel).
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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.
Harry’s Oyster Bar & Seafood
Renowned Atlantic City restaurateurs Maureen Shay and Frank Dougherty have opened the doors to their newest venture, located inside Bally’s Atlantic City. Harry’s Oyster Bar & Restaurant features extensive raw bar, sports bar, and fresh seafood.
Johnny Rockets
340-0099. A retro ’50sstyle Boardwalk restaurant. Breakfast served daily from 8-11am. Lunch and dinner served daily from 11am-1am Sun.Thurs., 11am-3am Fri. & Sat.
Pickles Deli
New York style deli, recently revamped.
The Reserve/Preview Bar Bally’s iconic culinary experience.
Virginia City Buffet
All-you-can-eat, Westernstyle 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.
BORGATA 1-866-MYBORGATA Bobby Flay Steak
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. noon3pm; Dinner $28.95 (plus tax) Mon.-Thurs. 4-8pm; Fri. 4-9pm; Sat. 4-10pm; Sun. 8am-3p for brunch; 4p-9p for dinner.
Fornelletto
Celebrated chef Stephan Kalt’s new restaurant offering traditional Southern Italian fare.
Izakaya
A modern Japanese pub from Michael Schulson.
N.O.W. (Noodles of the World) Asian fusion.
6ix: A Bistro
Old Homestead Steak House
WILD WILD WEST at Bally’s
SeaBlue
American bistro. Breakfast served anytime.
340-2000 Gold Tooth Gerties
Bakery, bagel sandwiches, & more.
Domestically-raised, hand-massaged Kobe beef is the signature dish of this steakhouse. Celebrated chef Michael Mina combines cuttingedge technology and design elements with his signature and acclaimed approach to seafood.
The Cafeteria
Full of quick food options.
la carte menu features steaks, fish and salads.
The Metropolitan
Nero’s Grill
French bistro-style cafe serves classic and contemporary American dishes.
Wolfgang Puck American Grille Contemporary American cuisine in two distinctive dining areas.
Sirloin and porterhouse steak and New England lobster.
golden nugget
Buddakan
441-2000
Caesars 348-4411
The Continental
New seafood restaurant at Caesars features grilled fish, meats, raw bar and sushi.
Nero’s Sunday Brunch
674-8300, continentalac. com. An “outdoor” patio bar with signature drinks & sunken fire-pit lounge as well as the large flowershaped central dining pod, nicknamed the “Sammy Davis Room.”
Includes freshly carved prime meats, omelet artisan designing your gourmet omelet. Price: $44.95; includes champagne and Bloody Marys.
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Kwi Restaurant and Noodle Bar
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.
Offers a selection of traditional and modern Asian cuisines.
La Piazza Buffet
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.
Mia
348-4411, ext. 6000. Contemporary Italian/ Mediterranean cuisine.
Morton’s
449-1044. mortons.com. Steakhouse with an a
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345-6900. A warm and inviting place to relax and enjoy a frosty pint of your favorite stout while feasting on traditional Irish specialties.
The Pier Shops at Caesars: 674-0100. Restaurant includes twilight sky or “opium den style” dining nooks.
Atlantic Grill
The Trinity Pub and Carvery
345-6800. State-of-theart sports-bar and restaurant.
Phillips Seafood
Piazza di Giorgio
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 3405030 or visit chart-house. com.
The Deck Bayfront Bar & Restaurant
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.
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.
Souzai Sushi & Sake
Imperial Court
348-4443. Souzai is a country-style Japanese restaurant. Intimate setting, sushi menu and unique sake cocktails.
Superb Chinese cuisine with exotic offerings and
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6629 Black Horse Pike • Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 Hours: Monday - Saturday 4pm - 10:30pm Sunday 2pm - 10pm Additional Hours Available For Private Parties
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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 Aug. 12, 2011.
Harrah’s Resort 441-5000 Bill’s Bar and Burger
Now open, 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., 5pm-1am. Reservations: 441-5575.
Luke Palladino at Harrah’s Resort
Seasonally-driven Italian-inspired 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.
Cornucopia Buffet
McCormick & Schmick’s
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.
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.
Waterfront Buffet
Land and sea buffet features a variety of specialties. Cost: $18.50 plus tax. Open Sun.-Thurs., noon8pm; Fri.-Sat., noon-9pm.
Empress Gem Noodle Bar Asian noodle bar open Sun.-Fri. 2pm-mid. Sat. 2pm-2am.
Nick’s Burger Bar
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.
Breadsticks Cafe & Grill
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night fare. Open 24 hours daily.
The International 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. 9am-9pm and Sun. 9am-7pm. Cost: $19.20 (plus tax) lunch and dinner; $13.99 (plus tax) for breakfast Sat. & Sun.
Capriccio
This perennial Zagat Award-winning 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
348-0725. A retro ’50sstyle restaurant featuring classic burgers and more. Hours: Sun.-Thurs., 8ammid.; 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.
Scarzudio’s Steak & Sushi Lounge
Opened July 27. Certified USDA Prime steaks, plus sushi rolls, an extensive wine list, craft beers, signature cocktails.
Tropicana
Contemporary American steakhouse by famed, celebrity chef Kerry Simon. Simon Prime will 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.
Gallagher’s Steakhouse
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.
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. 340-7585.
Simon Prime
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Beachball Seafood House
Casa Di Napoli
Coffee and espresso bar plus pastry shop, soups and sandwiches. Open 24 hrs. from Sun. at 7amClose Fri. at 11pm. Sat. 7am-11pm.
Johnny Rockets
Burger Bar located across from Gallagher’s offers dry-aged beef burgers, chili made with choice sirloin, sliders (mini burgers) and more. Fall hours: Mon.-Thurs. 4-9:30pm; Fri. noon-9:30pm; Sat. noon-11pm; Sun. noon9:30pm.
Patsy’s
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.
Cappuccino’s
Weekends featuring filet and lobster on Saturday nights. Cost is Fri. $29.99; Sat., $35.99 and Sun. $29.99. Mon.-Thurs. 124pm lunch; $19.99 (plus tax) Mon.–Thurs. dinner 4-9pm, $25.99.
Open to Labor Day weekend.
Boardwalk Perks
Coffee shop with deli sandwiches. Open Sun.Thurs. 7am -5pm; Fri.-Sat. 7am-11pm.
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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.
Brick-oven pizza, classic Italian dishes including pasta, veal and seafood, homemade salad and breads.
340-4000 il Verdi
Upscale gourmet Italian cuisine presented in an elegant ambiance.
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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.
French Quarter Buffet Seafood Carnival
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- Casual Elegant Dining Since 1989 -
Chosen as one of the Top 1,000 Restaurants in America by Zagat 2011
609-965-3303
500 W. White Horse Pike, Pomona
Dinner M-F 4pm Saturday 5pm Closed Sunday
Where passion meets flavor “The Most Stylish Non-Casino Restaurant in South Jersey.” – Zagat Restaurant • Bar Private Events Garden Veranda Bar & Dining
9314 Amherst Avenue • Margate 609.822.9111 • sofiaofmargate.com
Experience Upscale Italian Dining with a Taste of Home. Hours: Tuesday thru Saturday 4:30pm - Close 2825 Atlantic Ave. at Brighton, Atlantic City
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Tropicana’s The Marketplace: A Dam Good Deli
“Mom and Pop”-style deli featuring a variety of overstuffed sandwiches along with homemade soups.
Boardwalk Favorites
Classic Boardwalk treats including footlong hot dogs, fresh fruit smoothies, soft pretzels, cotton candy, corn dogs, and pizza.
Corky’s Ribs & BBQ
Casual dining BBQ restaurant serving hickory-smoked pork, beef, chicken, BBQ ribs, sandwiches and salads.
Create-A-Cone
Patrons choose their favorite flavor and toppings. Then the staff mixes them together on a marble slab. Dine-in or take-out.
Fiesta Buffet
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.
The Palm
The Quarter at the Tropicana:
Red Square
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. Renowned New York family-style Italian institution.
Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar
348-6700. cubalibrerestaurant.com. Classic and contemporary Cuban dishes. Brunch, dinner and late dining served daily.
344-7256. thepalm.com. Outstanding American and Italian dishes.
P.F. Chang’s China Bistro 348-4600. Traditional Chinese cuisine, with innovative contemporary creations.
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
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 Hard Rock Café
441-6000
On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 4410007.
Evo
Il Mulino New York
2225 Boardwalk at Trump Plaza. 441-0400. evorestaurant.com. Serving specialty cocktails and 20 wines by the glass.
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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.
Royal Albert’s Palace On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 4499200. Fine Indian cuisine.
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.).
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Eggplant parmagiana
Coctel de Camarones Cuban style shrimp cocktail. Latino coctel and avocado salsa
at Tropicana Lobster bisque shooters
at Tropicana Gnocchi gratinati
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Meatball sliders
Chang’s spicy chicken & fried rice
Strawberries romanoff
Taco bar
Wine samples
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Master Chef Robert Bennett as featured on Fabulous Cakes Chocolate Fountain Sampling
BBQ pork sliders
Assortment of dips and baked goods
Signature drink featuring Pucker Vodka
Italian water ice
Chocolate samples
Specialty cocktail, n e w y o r k • c i t y free 8PM• theatrical show and after party
Pulled BBQ beef brisket on a brioche roll
Boneless chicken wings
in The Quarter Coffee samples
Salt water taffy samples
Cookies
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The Continental
Brigantine
674-8300, continentalac.
Miyako
Ginza Japanese
9210 Ventnor Ave.,
Restaurant
com. An “outdoor” patio
Laguna Grill Martini Bar
Margate. 822-4759.
6708 Black Horse Pike,
bar with signature drinks
1400 Ocean Ave. 266-
Authentic Japanese cui-
EHT. 383-2588. (Ginza II
& sunken fire-pit lounge
7731. lagunagrill.com. Fine
sine.
located in English Creek
as well as the large flower-
cuisine, unique ambiance
shaped central dining pod,
on the beach with beautiful
Sofia
3999). ginza-us.com.
view. Nightly specials and
9314 Amherst Ave.,
Hibachi steakhouse and
live entertainment. Open
Margate. 822-9111. so-
sushi bar. Sushi, sashimi,
fiaofmargate.com. This
grill. Zagat rated. Lunch
bayside treasure transports
and dinner daily.
you to the Mediterranean
Ram’s Head Inn
with stylish decor and au-
9 W. White Horse Pike,
thentic Mediterranean and
Galloway. 652-1700. ram-
Continental cuisine.
sheadinn.com. Fine dining.
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,
daily: breakfast starts at 8am, lunch at noon and dinner at 4pm.
Downbeach Ventnor, Margate & Longport
featuring an open, expedition kitchen. Open Sun.-
Downbeach Deli
Thurs. 11:30am-10pm;
8 S. Essex Ave., Margate.
Fri.-Sat. 11:30am-11pm.
823-7310. Serving up a
Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse Located at the Golden Nugget (formerly Trump Marina). 441-2000. Opening Aug. 11. The
Shopping Ctr., EHT. 383-
Traditional American spe-
Mainland & Region
flair.
A Touch of Italy
huge selection of break-
Black Horse Pike, Cardiff/
fast, lunch and dinner.
EHT. 646-1855. tou-
Open daily, 8am-7:30pm.
chofitaly.net. Serving veal,
Gertrude’s 7309 Ventnor Ave., Ventnor. 823-3003. gertrudesventnor. com. Under the direction of Derek Paterno, formerly of the
cialties with contemporary
seafood, pasta, steaks and brick-oven pizzas. Banquet
Renault Winery 72 N. Breman Ave, Egg Harbor City. 965-2111. renaultwinery.com. Sun. brunch 10am-2pm. Gourmet restaurant and
facilities. Happy hour
also Joseph’s Restaurant
Mon.-Fri. 4-6:30pm.
serving breakfast, lunch
Berkshire Grill
and dinner daily. Also golf
original Vic & Anthony’s in
Water’s Edge in Cape May,
Houston is routinely voted
Gertrude’s is a casual yet
one of America’s 10 best
sophisticated restaurant that
steakhouses with suc-
uses organic, locally grown
8808. berkshiregrill.net.
culent beef, lobster and
and harvested vegetables
Great seafood and thick,
unique appetizers.
along with herbs, meats,
juicy, tender steaks. Mon.-
Smithville Inn
cheeses and fish. Open every
Thurs. 4-11pm. Fri. & Sat.
Rt. 9 & Moss Mill Rd.,
evening for dinner.
3p-midnight. Sun. 3-10pm.
Smithville. 652-7777.
Matteo’s Beach Bay Café
Bruno’s Bistro by the Bay
Traditional area hotspot
450 Bay Ave. Somers
witj fine-dining experience,
Point. 601-2212. Serving
live music. Fri.-Sun. break-
lunch, dinner and late-
fast from 7am. Sunday
night snacks. Casual Italian
brunch, 10am-2pm.
West End Grille West End & Trenton aves., 441-9100. westendgrilleac. com. Serving french-fried lobster tails, appetizers
7801 Ventnor Ave., Margate. 823-6700. Serving unique sandwiches, burgers,
Black Horse Pike at English Creek Ave., EHT. 272-
course, Tuscany House Hotel and the historic winery grounds and operation. Private parties.
smithvilleinn.com
and small plates, chops,
homemade soups, fresh
seafood and steaks, as well
salads and specialty din-
as salads and sandwiches.
ner entrees. Dine-in,
continental dining and pub
Tre Figlio 500 W. White Horse Pike,
take out, catering. Open
fare, including autnentic
50-percent off apps;
daily. Breakfast Sat. & Sun.
Italian brick-oven pizza and
Pomona. 965-3303. tre-
Sunday-Thursday: 20-per-
Lunch and dinner daily.
sandwiches, home-made
figlio.com. Italian cuisine.
cent off all entrees.
Free delivery in Margate.
pasta and desserts.
Full bar. Sunday-Friday:
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