LifeStyle Preferred Dining
“The only time to eat diet food is while you're waiting for the steak to cook.”
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—Julia Child
The Continental Playground Pier, 1 Atlantic Ave., Atlantic City 609-674-0100 buddakanac.com Buddakan's dreamlike ambiance makes an enchanting setting for hosting special events. Guests are instantly transported to an ancient Chinese village complete with rock gardens, thatched roofs and a dramatic twilight sky. The menu portrays an innovative interpretation of Modern Asian cuisine that matches the decor in terms of creativity and inspiration. Guests will feel relaxed and indulged in this exotic and comfortable environment.
Playground Pier, 1 Atlantic Ave., Atlantic City 609-674-8300 continentalac.com Stephen Starr’s Continental features a clever mix of vintage elegance and vanguard sophistication. It invokes the drama of the Rat Pack days on the Vegas Strip. The space incorporates unique retro elements such as a sunken fire-pit lounge, populuxe bar and outdoor patio, all accented by breathtaking views of the ocean. The global tapas menu showcases a variety of innovative dishes meant to be shared. And of course the martinis are an essential part of the experience. Whimsical culinary creations and specialty cocktails make for a fun and hip dining experience.
Capriccio
Dock's Oyster House
Buddakan
Resorts Casino, 1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City 609-344-6000 resortsac.com No passport needed for this Italian experience. Capriccio’s all new menu features gourmet Italian cuisine in an exquisitely comfortable Mediterranean atmosphere, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the food and view are spectacular.
2405 Atlantic Avenue, Atlantic City 609-345-0092 dockoysterhouse.com A classic oyster bar feel with the upscale dining and maritime touches that Dock's fans have enjoyed over the years. From Dock's Classics such as the Crab Au Gratin and Seafood Fry to perennial favorites Pecan Crusted Salmon and Crispy Wasabi Tuna, as well as, naturally, a large selection of oysters and lobster in all sizes! Despite its larger size, guests at Dock's are still welcomed into the warm, friendly environment that has established this family owned restaurant as a local institution.
The Ebbitt Room
25 Jackson Street, Cape May 609-884-5700 caperesorts.com From the relaxing front porch, to the classicallycomfortable bar and lounge with live piano music on weekends, the Ebbitt Room is strongly rooted in a farm-to-table, farm-to-glass dining philosophy featuring the freshest ingredients from their very own Beach Plum Farm located in Cape May. The Ebbitt Room offers a variety of vegetarian and gluten free dishes. As a farm-todining restaurant, they proudly feature free-range eggs and fresh herbs, vegetables and pork from their local farm.
Gallagher’s Steakhouse
Resorts Casino, 1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City 609-340-6555 gallaghersresorts.com A classic steakhouse serving hearty salads, dryaged meats, wonderful fish and shellfish. Their glass-enclosed meat locker is in the front of the restaurant for all to view; and all of the beef is dry-aged for 21 days at a constant 36 degrees to insure tenderness. Offering the finest selections of seafood as well. Open for dinner Sunday thru Thursday 5-9:30 pm, Friday 5-10 pm, Saturday 5-11 pm.
Chef Vola’s
111 S. Albion Place, Atlantic City 609-345-2022 chefvola.com Reservations are a must! With a celebrity roster to rival the Oscars, this restaurant is booked months in advance. But with your reservation, you are guaranteed to eat like celebrity. This James Beard Foundation-awarded restaurant resides in a house on an off street in Atlantic City, offering huge portions of delicious food your grandmother would be proud of. Your hosts, the Esposito Family, serve traditional Italian food like bone in Veal Parmesan, Crab Cakes, and Flounder Franchise, along with a plethora of must-try delicious desserts. 70
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Dolce Mare
Ocean Resort Casino, 500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City 866-50-OCEAN theoceanac.com Dolce Mare is a modern Italian restaurant that captures the effortless elegance of seaside dining. Whether lingering over a Negroni or a decadent meal with the best ocean views in Atlantic City, Dolce Mare is the perfect setting for socializing and indulging in the charm of the Italian dining culture. Enjoy menu items such as handcrafted pastas, seafood risotto, and meatballs over creamy polenta.
The Historic Smithville Inn
1 N. New York Road, Galloway 609-652-7777 historicsmithvillenj.com The Historic Smithville Inn offers a sophisiticated dining experience combined with the atmosphere of warm hospitality, since 1787. Their scenic view dining areas looking out on Lake Meone, private dining rooms with fireplace and formal banquet and wedding facilities coupled with their attention to detail services will make your dining, banquet or wedding event a night to remember.
