Taste of South Jersey - Summer, 2009 by Atlantic City

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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 2009 spring and summer dining guide. We are pleased to bring you this 12th edition. Atlantic City Weekly’s Taste of South Jersey 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, or businesses hosting a special event or meeting. Inside you will find some of southern New Jersey’s finest restaurants, including comprehensive listings of the many Atlantic City casino dining establishments. The greater Atlantic City region has seen a boom in new restaurants in recent years. 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, online at acweekly.com. Bon appetit!

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On the cover: Tomato Salad with Basil. Photo by Simon Aughton.

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CONTENTS ANDRE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ANGELO’S FAIRMOUNT TAVERN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ATLANTIC CITY CONVENTION AND VISITORS AUTHORITY BILLY HO’S MODERN CHINESE CUISINE . . . . . . . . . . BORGATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CHARLIE’S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CORKY’S RIBS & BBQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CRAB TRAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DEAUVILLE INN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DINO’S SUBS OF MARGATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DOCK’S OYSTER HOUSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DOWNBEACH DELI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GERTRUDE’S . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HARD ROCK CAFÉ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JOHNNY ROCKETS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JO JO’S ITALIAN GRILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . KNIFE & FORK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LAGUNA GRILL MARTINI BAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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JOE ITALIANO’S MAPLEWOOD INN . . . . . . . . . . . MAYS LANDING DINER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MCCORMICK & SCHMICK’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT MIYAKO JAPANESE SUSHI AND STEAKHOUSE . . . . . . OCEAN CITY RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION . . . . . . . OYSTER CREEK INN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PHILLIPS SEAFOOD RESTAURANTS . . . . . . . . . . . . RAINFOREST CAFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RENAULT WINERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SOFIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . STARR RESTAURANTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TRUMP PLAZA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TRUMP TAJ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TROPICANA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TUN TAVERN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VENTURA’S GREENHOUSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . W.L. GOODFELLOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . YUKI HANA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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2 Generations of Excellence Southern Mediterranean Cuisine

Wood Fired Oven Pizza

Same great southern Mediterranean cuisine in our second location. Every dish is cooked to order. 6106 Black Horse Pike - Egg Harbor Twp. 641-8332

www.jojositaliangrille.com

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Black Horse Pike & Main Street, Pleasantville

646-8332

Just minutes from Atlantic City • Major Credit Cards Accepted

Smoking & Non-Smoking Dining Rooms

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DININGGUIDE ATLANTIC CITY For more casino restaurants and independent establishments located within casino properties, including 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.

Angelo’s Fairmount Tavern 2300 Fairmount Ave. 3442439. angelosfairmounttavern.com. Angelo’s has flourished for three generations of Mancusos, making it an institution in A.C. with its Italian menu. Specials include lobster ravioli and stuffed salmon.

Buddakan At The Pier Shops at Caesars, 674-0100. Stephen Starr’s restaurant includes twilight sky or “opium den style” dining nooks. Mon.-Fri. lunch noon-3:30pm; dinner Mon.-Thurs. 5-10pm (bar to 11pm); Fri. 5-11pm (bar to midnight), Sat. noon-11pm (bar to midnight) and Sun. noon10pm (bar to 11pm).

Chelsea Prime 111 S. Chelsea Ave. , inside Chelsea hotel. thechelseaac.com. 348-2200. One of the newly opened Chelsea hotel’s two Stephen Starr restaurants.

Corky’s Ribs & BBQ At Tropicana, 340-4000. Casual dining BBQ restaurant serving hickory-smoked pork, beef, chicken, BBQ ribs, sandwiches and salads. Open Mon.Fri. 8am–11pm; Sat. 8am–midnight, Sun. 8am-10pm.

seafood, classic seafood soups, bar and raw bar with 10 to 20 different oyster selections nightly, and an extensive wine list. Dinner is served daily from 5pm.

Rainforest Café Hard Rock Cafe At Trump Taj Mahal. 4410007. Burgers and sandwiches served in a rock ’n’ roll ambiance. Open Sun.–Thurs. 11am–midnight; Fri.–Sat. 11am–1am. Live music.

2405 Atlantic Ave. 3450092. docksoysterhouse. com. Offering fine steaks and

On the Boardwalk at Trump Plaza. 345-5757. rainforestcafe.com. Open Sun.–Thurs. 11am–9pm; Fri. & Sat. 11am– 11pm. Exotic salads, pastas, burgers, steaks and seafood served amidst the sights and sounds of a tropical rainforest.

Johnny Rockets At Bally’s, 340-0099. A retro ’50s-style Boardwalk restaurant. Breakfast served daily 8–11am. Lunch and dinner served daily from 11am-midnight during the week, 11am-3am on weekends. Also located inside Hamilton Mall in Mays Landing.

Teplitzky’s 111 S. Chelsea Ave., inside Chelsea hotel. thechelseaac.com.1-800-548-3030. Stephen Starr’s diner-inspired venue also housing a hideaway cocktail lounge and coffee shop.

3600 Atlantic Ave. Corner of Atlantic and Pacific aves. knifeandforkinn.com. 3441133. Historic landmark restaurant renovated by the Dougherty family (owners of Dock’s Oyster House). The finest seafood and steaks prepared on a wood-fired grill. Extensive wine selection. Open daily for dinner from 5pm; bar opens at 4pm. Friday lunch, 11:30am–4:30pm.

At The Pier Shops at Caesars, 674-8300, continentalac. com. Starr’s “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.” Lunch Mon.–Fri. 11:30am–4pm. Brunch Sat.-Sun. 11am-4pm. Dinner Sun.–Thurs. 4–10pm; Fri.-Sat. 4–11pm (bar stays open until midnight).

Tun Tavern McCormick & Schmick’s Located at Harrah’s Resort, 441-5000. More than 30 different varieties of fresh seafood featured on a menu that changes twice daily; an array of oysters are delivered fresh daily. Lunch daily, 11am-3pm. Dinner Mon.Sat., 3pm-mid.; Sun. 3-11pm. Bar open daily from 11am.

348-2273. Serving authentic Maryland-style seafood and world-famous crab cakes since 1956. Serves lunch and dinner

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Laguna Grill 1400 Ocean Ave. 266-7731. lagunagrill.com. Martini bar and restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Great views.

Yuki Hana 3628 Brigantine Blvd. 2667608. Japanese/Chinese restaurant with a full sushi bar.

DOWNBEACH Ventnor, Margate & Longport Billy Ho’s Imperial East 7800 Ventnor Ave. 487-1040. Mon.-Fri. 11am-10:30pm. Sat. noon-11pm. Sun. noon-10pm.

Dino’s Subs & Pizza The Continental

Knife & Fork

Phillips Seafood Dock’s Oyster House

seven days a week and features an open, expedition kitchen. Sun.-Thurs. 11:30am-10pm; Fri.-Sat. 11:30am-11pm.

Two Convention Way. 3477800. tuntavern.com. A.C.’s first steakhouse and brewery, now serving lunch, dinner and late night snacks. Microbrews.

8016 Ventnor Ave., Margate. 822-6602 or 822-0670. Open seven days. Breakfast entrees, sandwiches and subs. Party trays for all occasions. Pick up and delivery.

Downbeach Deli 8 S. Essex Ave., Margate. 823-7310. Serving up a huge selection of breakfast, lunch and dinner (specialty is the smoked fish) items, plus fabulous desserts and a children’s menu. Open daily.

Gertrude’s

BRIGANTINE

7309 Ventnor Ave., Ventor. 823-3003. gertrudesventnor.com. Serving dinner from 5pm. Sunday brunch 10am2pm. Reservations recommended.

Andre’s Italian Restaurant

Miyako

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.

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

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Sofia 9314 Amherst Ave., Margate. 822-9111. sofiaofmargate.com. 822-4759. This bayside treasure transports you to the Mediterranean with stylish decor and authentic Greek/Mediterranean cuisine. Live music.

MAINLAND Charlie’s Bar & Restaurant 800 Shore Rd., Somers Pt. 927-3663, charliesbar.com. Popular Buffalo wings. Open daily. 15 TVs for all sporting events. No credit cards.

Crab Trap On the Circle in Somers Pt. 927-7377, thecrabtrap.com Serving fresh seafood, soups, steaks, homemade breads,

desserts and more. Open daily. Early bird specials. Live entertainment. Outdoor deck.

Hammonton. 561-9621. joesmaplewood.com. Italian specialties and “world’s best spaghetti.”

Goodfellows, W.L. 310 E. White Horse Pike, Galloway; 652-1942. Home of the French Fried Lobster Tail. Gourmet burgers, steaks and seafood. Open from 11:30am. Sunday brunch from 11am. Children’s menu. Bar open until midnight weekdays and 2am weekends.

Mays Landing Diner

Jo-Jo’s Italian Grille

Oyster Creek Inn

Black Horse Pike & Main St., Pleasantville. 646-8332. jojositaliangrille.com. Happy hour 4-6pm Mon.-Fri. Entertainment Wed. & Sun. in the bar.

41 N. Oyster Creek Rd., Leeds Point. 652-8565. Old-fashioned fresh seafood house with waterfront dining. Open Tues.–Sun. 4–9pm. Early-bird menu 4–5:45pm. Closed Mon.

Maplewood Inn

Renault Winery

1470 White Horse Pike,

72 N. Breman Ave, Egg

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6177 Harding Highway (Rt. 40), Mays Landing. 6255051. Classic NJ diner with an extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner menu with pies and desserts. Baking is done on the premises. Sun.-Thurs. 7am11pm. Fri.-Sat. 7am-midnight.

Harbor City. 965-2111. Gourmet restaurant open Fri. 5-8pm; Sat. 5–9pm; Sunday brunch from 10am–2pm, dinner from 4:30–7:30pm. Joseph’s Restaurant open daily.

OCEAN CITY AND SOUTH Ocean City Restaurant Week Various Ocean City restaurants participating. See eatinocnj.com for complete details. Ocean City’s Restaurant Week runs May 28-June 7. See Ocean City Restaurant Association ad inside this issue.

Deauville Inn 201 Willard Road, Strathmere, 263-2080. deau villeinn.com. Waterfront bar and dining. Live music. ■

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CASINO

DINING

BALLY’S 340-2000 Arturo’s Enjoy a traditional Italian meal prepared with a contemporary, New York flare in the sophisticated setting of this award-winning trattoria. Open 5:30–10pm Sun.–Thurs.; Fri. 5–11; Sat. 5:30–11.

Bally’s Brunch Brunch every Sunday at The Reserve, 10am–2 pm. $39.99 per person.

Fulu Wok & Fry Casual Asian cuisine at the Claridge tower, open daily.

Johnny Rockets A retro ’50s-style Boardwalk

restaurant. Breakfast served daily 8–11am. Lunch & dinner served daily from 11am-midnight during the week, 11am3am on weekends.

Noodle Village Offering an extensive selection of authentic Chinese and Vietnamese “comfort foods.” Open Sun. 8am-6am; Mon., Wed.–Fri. 11:30am-6am; Sat. 10am–6am.

Pickles Deli Hours: Sat. 11:30am–10pm; Sun. 11:30am–9pm; 10pm– 7am; Tues.–Fri. 11:30am–9pm.

The Reserve/Preview Bar Bally’s iconic culinary experience. Seasonal celebration of great steaks and seafood. The restaurant’s Preview Bar offers the latest mixologist creations and its own take on seafood tapas.

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Sidewalk Café Buffet Cafeteria-style dining. $14.99 (plus tax) for breakfast daily 7:30am–noon; $21.99 (plus tax) for dinner Tues., Fri.–Sun. 1pm–approximately 8pm.

6ix: A Bistro American bistro, open 24 hours, except closed Mon. 10pm, reopens Tues. 7am. Located on the sixth floor. Breakfast served anytime.

Fri.–Sat. 5pm–midnight; Sun. 4–10pm. Closed Mon.

Borgata Buffet Extensive buffet menu. $28.95 (plus tax) for dinner Mon.–Fri. (4:30–9pm). Sat. (4:30–10pm). Sun. (3:15– 9pm). Breakfast, $14.95 (plus tax) Mon.–Sat. (8–11:30am); Brunch, $23.95 Sun. (8am– 2:30pm). Lunch. $17.95 (plus tax) Mon.–Sat. (noon–4pm).

Bread + Butter Red Pearl Modern Asian cuisine served up fresh in casual setting. On the sixth floor. Hours: Wed.– Sun. 5:30–11pm.

BORGATA 1-866-MYBORGATA Bobby Flay Steak Choose from a variety of regional steaks and seafood. Open Tues.–Thurs. 5–11pm;

Griddled sandwiches served with an array of premiere beverages and desserts. Open Mon., Tues. & Sun. 7am-8pm; Wed. open 24 hours starting at 7am; Thurs. overnight-8pm; Fri. & Sat.,7am-2am.

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Izakaya A modern Japanese pub from Michael Schulson, offers hot and cold appetizers, a la carte grilled meats and fishes, a sushi bar, tempura selections and heartier entrees. Open Mon., Tues. & Sun. 5–11pm; Fri. 5pm-12am; Sat. 5pm-2am.

Noodles of the World Open Mon.–Thurs. noon– 2am; Fri. noon–4am; Sat. 11am–4am; Sun. 11am–2am.

Old Homestead Steak House Domestically-raised, hand-massaged Kobe beef is the signature dish of this steakhouse. Open Mon.-Thurs. 5-11pm; Fri. & Sat.: 5pm-12am.; Closed on Sun.

SeaBlue Celebrated chef Michael Mina combines cutting-edge technology and design elements with his signature and acclaimed approach to seafood. Open Mon., Thurs. & Sun 5– 9:30pm. Fri. & Sat. 5–11pm. Closed Tues. & Wed.

moderately priced, approachable fine dining and the main dining room offers a sophisticated dining experience. Open Mon., Tues., Fri., Sat. & Sun. 511pm in the tavern. The main room is open Mon., Tues. & Sun. 5-9:30pm; Fri & Sat 5-11 pm. Closed Wed. & Thurs.

CAESARS 348-4411 Nero’s Sunday Brunch Served 10am–2pm in the Forum Lounge, second level. Includes freshly carved prime meats, omelet artisan designing your gourmet omelet. Price: $44.95; includes champagne and Bloody Marys.

Nero’s Grill Sirloin and porterhouse steak and New England lobster. Reservations accepted.Open Thurs. 5:30–10pm, Fri. & Sat. 6pm –11pm.

Service is formal with traditional Italian favorites. Reservations recommended.Open Sun. & Mon. 530 – 10pm, Fri. & Sat., 6pm – 11pm.

The Bacchanal

Coffee shop w/take-out available. Open daily 24 hours for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Guests treat themselves to a lavish, five-course dinner while magicians, musicians, wine “goddesses,” and costumed staff entertain and provide shoulder rubs. Open Fri.–Sat., 6–11pm.

Kwi Restaurant and Noodle Bar Located adjacent to the Palace East gaming area, Kwi offers a selection of traditional and modern Asian cuisines. Hours: Sun.–Thurs. noon–2am; Fri., Sat. noon–6am.

La Piazza Buffet

Full of quick food options: Lettuce Head, Tony Luke’s, Ben and Jerry’s, Villa Pizza, Minibar, Panda Express, Fat Burger (open 24hrs.) and Hibachi-San. Open Sun.–Thurs. 11am–midnight; Fri., Sat. 11am–2am.

The Metropolitan

Mia

French bistro-style cafe serves classic and contemporary American dishes and features a Gelato Bar and Oyster Bar. Open 24 hours daily, except closed Wed. 11:30pm–Thur. 7am.

Contemporary Italian/ Mediterranean cuisine. Dinner served Tues., Wed., Thurs. 5:30–10:30pm; weekends until 11:30pm. Bar & lounge open until 2am; closed Sunday & Monday.

Wolfgang Puck American Grille

Morton’s

Contemporary American cuisine in two distinctive dining areas: The tavern offers

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

sports bar and restaurant. Featuring a DJ, more than 90 high-definition televisions, plus a mechanical bull.

Phillips Seafood 348-2273. Serving authentic Maryland-style seafood and world-famous crab cakes since 1956. Serves lunch and dinner seven days a week and features an open, expedition kitchen.

Sonsie Primavera

Cafe Roma

Buffet selections for breakfast, lunch or dinner, with salad and dessert bars. $14.99 (plus tax) for breakfast daily (8:00– 11:30am); $18.99 (plus tax) for lunch (11:45am–4pm); $22.99 (plus tax) for dinner (4–9pm). Weekend Feast $26.99 Sat. noon –11pm, Sun. noon – 9pm.

The Cafeteria

and salads. Hours: Mon.–Sat. 5:30–11pm; Sun. 5–10pm. Bar 12·21 opens nightly at 5pm with appetizer menu. Reservations recommended. Prime Sundays w/ proceeds going to Make-A-Wish.

Venice Bar Catch the latest game or just relax with the most updated sports scores. Stadium size sandwiches, salads, and soups. Full bar available.

The Pier Shops at Caesars: Buddakan 674-0100. Stephen Starr’s restaurant includes twilight sky or “opium den style” dining nooks. Chef Darrell Raymond incorporates dishes from the restaurant’s two forbearers (NYC and Philly), while developing original modern specialties.

The Continental 674-8300, continentalac. com. Starr’s “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.”

Game On! 345-6800. State-of-the-art

345-6300. American bistro with world-fusion menu and steakhouse cuisine. Import from Boston.

Souzai Sushi & Sake Souzai is a country-style 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.

HARRAH’S RESORT 441-5000 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.

McCormick & Schmick’s More than 30 different varieties of fresh seafood featured on a menu that changes twice daily; an array of oysters are delivered fresh daily. Lunch and dinner daily. CONTINUED ON PAGE 20

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Polistina’s Italian Ristorante Enjoy family style, Italian favorites and a selection of homemade pastas and sauces.

Reflections A 24-hour cafe offering steaks, seafood, sandwiches and burgers. Breakfast is available anytime.

The Steakhouse Gourmet restaurant offers a raw bar, roast prime rib, shrimp Wellington and more. Open daily at 5:30pm; closed Monday.

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

Waterfront Buffet Extensive buffet items. Cost: $29.99 (plus tax, $22.99 kids) for dinner daily; $18.99 (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 dinner.

HILTON 347-7111 Cornucopia Buffet Land and sea buffet features a variety of specialties. Cost: $16 (includes tax). Hours: 11:30am-9pm Sun.-Fri.; 11:30am-10pm. Sat.

Empress Gem Noodle Bar An upscale noodle bar, inside Treasure Palace, the Asian gaming room. A full menu of authentic Asian noodle dishes. Open: Sun.–Thurs. noon–1am; Fri.–Sat. noon–3am.

Horizons A lovely ocean view is a perk at this 24-hour restaurant.

Patsy’s Specializing in Neapolitan cuisine, Patsy’s Italian Restaurant in New York was Frank Sinatra’s favorite restaurant. Hours are Fri.–Sat. 5:30-11pm; Sun.–Tues. 6 –10pm; closed Wed.–Thurs. A bar menu is available Sun. 4:30-10pm; Fri. 4:30-11pm; Sat. 5pm–mid.

Peregrines’ The only five-star rated dining establishment in Atlantic City, awarded by the American Academy of Restaurant & Hospitality Sciences. A gourmet restaurant offering regional and international contemporary cuisine featuring seafood. Open for dinner Thurs.–Sun. Reservations recommended.

The Oaks New York-style steakhouse featuring prime meats and the freshest seafood served in a refined atmosphere. Open for dinner Wed.–Sun. Reservations recommended.

RESORTS 344-6000 Asian Spice Gourmet cuisine with a noodle bar and Chinese barbecue items. Noodle bar open daily noon– 2am; Restaurant open Fri., Sat. and Sun. from 6pm–11pm.

Boardwalk Perks Coffee shop with deli sandwiches. Sun.–Thurs. 7am– 10pm; Fri.–Sat. 7am–2am.

Breadsticks Cafe & Grill Breakfast, lunch, dinner and latenight fare. Open 24 hours daily.

The Buffet Offers an international menu, as well a full complement of all-American selections. Cost: $16.99 (plus tax) Mon.–Fri.; $23.99 (plus tax) Sat. & Sun.; $13.99 (plus tax) for breakfast Sat. & Sun. $3 discount for members of the Resorts Destination Casino Club. Mon.–Fri. 11:30am–6:30pm;

Sat.–Sun. breakfast. 9am– 11:30am; Sat. dinner noon– 9pm; Sun. dinner noon–7pm.

Capriccio This perennial Zagat Awardwinning Italian restaurant features antipasto, pasta delicacies, fresh seafood or veal entrées with ocean views. Open for dinner Wed.–Sat. Hours: Wed-Fri. 6-11pm; Sat. 5-11pm. Sun. brunch 9:30am–2pm.

Mansion Cafe Hearth-baked biscuits, overstuffed sandwiches, hearty salads and more. Open 24 hours daily. Home of the $3 Big Easy Burger.

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

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

Gallagher’s Steakhouse 340-6555. The renowned New York City steakhouse (where the “New York Strip” steak was first served) is located on Resorts’ dining level and features traditional dry-aged steaks and seafood favorites prepared on their famous open flame. Open daily.

340-4000 il Verdi Upscale gourmet Italian cuisine presented in an elegant ambiance.

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.

SHOWBOAT

Wellington’s

343-4000 Casa Di Napoli

Offering classic seashore seafood dishe and freshly prepared seasonal specialties and the best gourmet in town. Ocean views from every table.

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

French Quarter Buffet Seafood, steaks, a Bayou salad bar and homemade desserts, self-serve cappuccino machine. $17.99 (plus tax) for lunch Sun.–Tues. noon–4pm; $21.99 for dinner Sun.–Tues. 4–9pm; $19.99 for dinner Fri. 4–10pm; $17.99 for lunch Sat. noon–4; $25.99 for dinner Sat. 4–10pm. Kids under 3 are free; kids 4–11 are half price.

House of Blues Restaurant 236-BLUE. New Orleans-style restaurant and bar. Open Sun.– Thurs. 11:30am–10pm; Fri. & Sat. 11:30am–midnight. Live music Thurs. 9pm, Sat. 10pm.

Tropicana’s The Marketplace: A Dam Good Deli “Mom and Pop”-style deli featuring a variety of overstuffed sandwiches along with homemade soups. Open 6am–midnight, until 2am on weekends.

Boardwalk Favorites Classic Boardwalk treats including foot-long 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. Open Mon.-

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Fri. 8am–11pm; Sat. 8am– midnight, Sun. 8am-10pm.

Fiesta Buffet Abundant selection. Cost: $18.95 (plus tax) for breakfast and brunch Mon.–Fri. 8–11am; Sat. & Sun. 8am–1pm. $24.95 (plus tax) for dinner Mon.–Thurs. noon–8pm; Fri. noon–9pm; Sat. 2–10pm; Sun. 2–8pm.

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

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.

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.

The Comedy Stop Cafe & Cabaret Tropicana, Brighton & Pacific aves. 1-877FUNNYAC. Located in The Quarter. Offering a full menu of dining options, every day.

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.

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Harbor View

Rainforest Café

The Rim

Featuring seafood specialties and steaks with views of the marina and city skyline. Open for dinner and brunch. Sun. champagne brunch, 10am–2pm.

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.

P.F. Chang’s China Bistro 348-4600. Traditional Chinese cuisine, with innovative contemporary creations that demonstrate modern influences on the modern Asian palette.

Imperial Court

Red Square

441-6000 24 Central Cafe

344-9100. Famed restaurateur Jeffrey Chodorow’s vodka and caviar bar and restaurant recreates centuries of Russian history. The dining room, flanked with two ice columns, gives way to an ice-topped 32-foot bar. Private dining booths available on a firstcome, first-served basis.

Rí-Rá Irish Pub & Restaurant 348-8600. Authentic pubs were imported from Ireland and reassembled here. Pub fare and modern interpretations of classic Irish dishes. Live entertainment Wed.–Sat.

TRUMP MARINA 1-800-777-8477 The Bayside Buffet Breakfast and dinner buffet. $12.99 (plus tax) for breakfast Mon., Sat., Sun. 8–11:30am; Tues.-Fri. 6-11:30am. Lunch/dinner $16.99 (plus tax) for Italian buffet w/shrimp, Mon.–Thurs. noon–7pm; Fri. & Sun. noon– 8pm, Sat. noon–9pm.

Chinese cuisine with exotic offerings and assortment of familiar items. Open for dinner.

TRUMP PLAZA

An upscale dining experience in a casual atmosphere, features everything from steaks to seafood and from Asian dishes to the latest martinis available. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner 24 hours daily.

Broadway Buffet Salads, pasta and hot & cold entrees, fresh carved meat and all-you-can-eat u-peel shrimp. $18.95 for lunch/dinner Tues.–Thurs.; $21.95 for lunch/ dinner Fri.–Sun. (includes seafood buffet). Hours: Tues.Thurs. 11:30am-6pm, Fri. & Sun. 11:30am-8pm and Sat. 11:30am-9pm.

China Cafe & Sushi Chef Boardwalk Terrace (overlooking the ocean), 572-0866. A fusion of unique Asian cuisine ranging from Cantonese to Japanese accompanied by an assortment of selections available at the Noodle and Sushi Bar.

Evo DJ’s Steakhouse Offers a blend of traditional favorites, along with newer items that have a hint of Asian flair and Orleans style. Also has a raw bar and fresh seafood. A Sunday four-course dinner menu is available for $65 per person.

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. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner from 8am daily.

Hooters

Max’s

449-9300. Seafood, salad, “nearly world-famous” chicken wings and the “more than a mouthful burger” all served by the Hooters girls.

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

Royal Albert’s Palace

Serving northern and southern Italian cuisine in a setting that overlooks the ocean. Also serving Sunday Brunch from 10am– 2pm. Located on the sixth floor.

On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 449-9200. Fine Indian cuisine. Serving lunch daily from 11am–3pm. Dinner served Sun.–Thurs. 5–11pm;. Fri. & Sat. 5pm–12:30am; Sun. 5–10pm. Catering & delivery available. Reservations honored. Major credit cards accepted.

TRUMP TAJ MAHAL

Safari Steak House

Roberto’s

Cantonese/Chinese with many delicacies including authentic sushi bar. Open Fri.–Sun. 6–11pm.

Decorated in a rustic jungle theme, the steakhouse received the Gold award from the National Academy of Restaurant Sciences. Open Fri.–Tues. 6–11pm; closed Wed.–Thurs.

Hard Rock Café

Sultan’s Feast

449-1000 Dynasty

On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 441-0007. Burgers and sandwiches served in a rock ’n’ roll ambiance. Open Sun.–Thurs. 11am–midnight; Fri.–Sat. 11am–1am.

Il Mulino New York The 26-year-old Greenwich Village dining destination has debuted its 10th location in Atlantic City. Offer two distinct, side-by-side dining experiences, the fine dining restaurant, Il Mulino New York and the more casual, newer concept, Trattoria Il Mulino. Executive Chef Michele Mazza pays homage to the Abruzzo region of Italy Open for dinner: Tues., Wed. & Sun., 5–10pm; Thurs., Fri. & Sat., 5–11 pm; closed Mon.

Trattoria Il Mulino Casual dining experience offers a lounge. Has an open kitchen with a pizza oven and a communal table. Open for dinner: Tues., Wed. & Sun., 5–10pm; Thurs., Fri. & Sat., 5–11 pm; closed Mon.

Moon at Dynasty Serving specialty cocktails, including the Sake-tini, along with sushi creations and fully cooked selections. Open Fri.–Sun. 6–11pm.

Buffet features black angus steaks grilled to order, a gourmet pizza station and dessert station. $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:

Burger Savor great burgers with an amazing choice of toppings. Open Mon.–Wed. & Sat. 11:30am-1am; Thurs. 11:30am–9pm; Fri. 11:30am– midnight; Sun. 11:30am–9pm.

Go The perfect place for a light breakfast, sandwiches, salads, Panini’s and gelato. Open 24 Hours Mon., Tues. & Wed.; Thurs., Fri. & Sun. 7am–9pm; Sat. 7am–midnight.

Plate American Cafe Breakfast anytime. Open 24 Hours Thurs.–Sun.; Mon.–Wed. 7am–10pm.

Sbarro Italian dishes and pizza served cafeteria-style. ■

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