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Absecon

Gourmet Italian Cuisine, Pitney and Jim Leeds Rd. (609) 652-1398. Mid-priced Italian fare. Standard. $$

Mt. Fuji Hibachi Steakhouse and Sushi Bar, 136 White Horse Pike. (609) 383-8881. Typical hibachi shenanigans. Affordable.$

Rifici's Ristorante, 308 White Horse Pike. (609) 272-2000. Large Italian-American menu. Affordable. $

Vic's Subs, 742 Ohio Ave. (609) 645-0500. Small, deli-style setting with a homey feel. Affordable.$

Atlantic City

2825 Restaurant, 2825 Atlantic Ave. (609) 344-6913. Unusual Italian specialties. Standard.$$

Amici Brick Oven Pizza, 2010 Baltic Ave.(609) 345-8700. The pizza, pasta, subs and strombolis are so fresh, they aren't even pictured in the menu. Affordable. $

Angelo's Fairmount Tavern, 2300 Fairmount Ave. (609) 344-2439. Family fare, family friendly. Standard. $$

Atlantic City Bar & Grill, Pacific and S. Carolina avenues. (609) 348-8080. Tourists and celebrities alike have indulged at the AC Bar & Grill for over 25 years. Affordable.$

Back Bay Ale House, 800 N New Hampshire Ave. (609) 449-0006. A cozy eating nook with the luxury of a sunset toast on the back deck. Affordable. $

Baltimore Grill, 2800 Atlantic Ave. (609) 345 5766. One of the best pizzas you'll have. The place and the ingredients haven't changed in 30 years! Affordable.$

Carmine's, In The Quarter At The Tropicana. (609) 572-9300. Traditional, Italian fare. Standard. $$

Chelsea Pub, 8 S. Morris Ave., (609) 345-4916. Laid-back atmosphere with typical bar food. Affordable. $

Dock's Oyster House, 2405 Atlantic Ave. (609) 345-0092. Check out the oyster bar. Standard. $$

EVO Restaurant & Bar, Mississippi Ave. & Boardwalk. (609) 441-0400. A newbie hot spot for Atlantic City hipsters. Standard. $$

Flying Cloud Cafe, 800 N. New Hampshire Ave. (Gardner's Basin). (609) 345-8222. Typical seafood served with a great view. Affordable.

Girasole Ristorante and Bar, 3108 Pacific Ave., Atlantic City (between the Atlantic City Hilton and the Tropicana). (609) 345-5554. Where the casinos send their high-rollers. Pricey. $$$

Hard Rock Cafe, on the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort, (609) 441-0007. Nostalgic atmosphere chock full of musical memorabilia. Standard. $$

Hooters, in the Trop, Brighton Ave and the Boardwalk. (609) 449-1500. Great sports bar with world-famous wings. Affordable. $

Hooters, in Trump Marina, (609) 449-9300.There's always a party at Hooter's! A classic. Affordable. $

Irish Pub and Inn, St. James Place and the Boardwalk.(609) 345-9613.Old-fashioned setting with a true antique flair. Affordable. $

Irish's Grill House, 1501 N. Albany Ave. (609) 347-8665. An Atlantic City favorite. Affordable. $

Knife and Fork Inn, Atlantic and Pacific Ave. (609) 344-1133. Bigger and better than ever. Pricey. $$$

Little Saigon Restaurant, 2801 Arctic Ave. (609) 347-9119. Low-key dining room serving delicious Vietnamese specialties. Affordable. $

Longhorn Steak House, The Walk, 2108 Atlantic Ave.(609) 344-2050. Excellent steaks at an affordable price Standard. $$

Los Amigos, 1926 Atlantic Ave. (609) 344-2293. Authentic Mexican cuisine. Affordable. $

Mediterranean Flames, 2641 Boardwalk. (609) 344-7774. Lounge atmosphere right on the Boardwalk. Standard. $$

Megans' Good Grub & Pub, 1743 Boardwalk at Indiana Ave., (609) 289-8950. Atlantic City's first American "gastropub." A unique menu of classic American comfort food executed with gourmet flair, served in a friendly and fun pub environment. Standard. $$

The Melting Pot, 2112 Atlantic Ave. (609) 441-1100. The ultimate fondue restaurant. Pricey. $$$

Mexico Restaurant, 3810 Ventnor Ave. (609) 344-0366. Mexican comfort food like barbecue goat. Affordable. $

Morton's, The Steakhouse, 2100 Pacific Ave. (609) 449-1044. Think big! Beef is the focus. Pricey. $$$

New Melaka Restaurant, 28 S. Tennessee Ave. (609) 344-8928. Terrific Malaysian menu plus standard Chinese offerings. Standard. $$

Old Waterway Inn, 1700 W. Riverside Drive, Venice Park. (609) 347-1793. Romantic atmosphere, great food, and lovely views. Standard. $$

Punjab Palace, 1001 Pacific Ave. (609) 344-3003. Excellent Pakistani cuisine. Adventurous diners must come in! Affordable.$

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, 2020 Atlantic Ave. (609) 344-5833. Red meat rules! Pricey. $$$

Tun Tavern, 2 Miss America Way. (609) 347-7800. Brew Pub offers several beers made on premises. Affordable. $

Wellington's Steak and Seafood, Brighton Ave. and Boardwalk, (609) 340-4050. Classic seafood dishes, elegantly prepared. Pricey. $$$

Wonder Bar, 3701 Sunset Ave. (609) 344-8888. Menu choices are way above average. Standard. $$

Brigantine

Andre's Italian Restaurant, 1312 W. Brigantine Ave., (609) 266-1124. Authentic, Italian cuisine. Affordable. $

Hooper's Seafood Cafe, 3312 Brigantine Ave. (609) 266-6826. Combination platters perfectly prepared. Affordable. $

Laguna Grille and Martini Bar, 1400 Ocean Ave., at the Ramada Suites, (609) 266-7731. Excellent and inventive cuisine matched with tropical martinis. Standard. $$

Laragosta Ristorante, 3400 Brigantine Blvd. (609) 266-2808. Tasty Italian food. Standard. $$

Macedonian Grill, 3015 Brigantine Blvd. (609) 264-8801. Authentic Greek food, Italian specialties and home-cooked diner food in casual atmosphere. Also has Egg Harbor Township location. www.macedoniangrill.com Affordable. $

Pirate's Den, 1219 E. Brigantine Ave. (609) 266-1927. Exceptional lunch in a unique dining environment. Standard. $$

Buena

Buena Tavern, Routes 40 and 54. (856) 697-9848. Great, family fun in a comfortable setting. Affordable. $

Library V, 206 Route 54, Buena. (856) 697-9696. Hearty portions that are never disappointing. Standard. $$

Merighi's Savoy Inn, E. Landis Ave. and Union Road, East Vineland. (856) 691-8051. Well-known and respected Italian bistro. Standard. $$

Cape May Court House

Carmelle at the Doctor's Inn, 2 North Main Street Cape May Court House, (609) 465-1330. Beautiful, Victorian structure. Great wine selection. Affordable. $

Yvette's Bistro, 104 N. Main Street, (609) 463-8885. Good, fresh, unprocessed food. Affordable. $

Corbin City

Buck Tavern, 621 Route 50. (609) 628-3117. Good, basic food. Look for prime-rib specials. Standard. $$

Dennis Township

Southville Corner Diner and Pizzeria, 780 Route 47 North, (609) 861-5500. The combo appetizer is a good selection. Affordable. $

Egg Harbor City

Engine 15 Pub, 236 Philadelphia Ave. (609) 804-8320. Large portions and affordable prices. Affordable. $

McKee's Irish Pub, 446 St. Louis Ave. (609) 965-7878. Irish cuisine specializing in homemade shepherd's pie and beef stew. Affordable. $

The Renault Winery, Bremen Ave. (609) 965-2111. Prix-fixe menu in romantic setting. Pricey. $$$

Egg Harbor Township

A Touch of Italy, 6629 Black Horse Pike, Cardiff. (609) 646-1855. Ask for the eggplant rollatini as an entree. Standard. $$

Berkshire Grille, Black Horse Pike and English Creek Road. (609) 272-8808. Menu has something for everyone. Standard. $$

Bombay Indian Restaurant, Route 40, English Creek Shopping Center. (609) 646-4445. Excellent lunch buffet matched with tremendous service. Standard. $$

Bonefish Grill, 3121 Fire Rd. (609) 646-2828. Pick and choose your fish, cooking method and favorite sauce. Standard. $$

East Bay Crab & Grille, 6701 Route 322, Black Horse Pike on the Cardiff Circle. (609) 272-7721. Casual attire, nice bar area. Standard. $$

Feather, 6041 Black Horse Pike (609) 377-5555. A cool place where standard Northern Indian cuisine shares the menu with Westernized wraps. Owned by Satinder and Praveen Vig. Standard. $$

Gaspare's Gourmet Italian Restaurant and Bar, Harbor Village Square, Ocean Heights Avenue and Zion Road. (609) 653-2112. Nearly 30 years in the biz leaves Gaspare's one of the best Italian and seafood joints in South Jersey. Standard. $$

Ginza I, 6708 Black Horse Pike. (609) 383-2588. Lots of sushi choices. Watch out for flying food! Affordable. $

Ginza II, English Creek Shopping Center. (609) 383-3999. Bigger and newer than Ginza I. Affordable. $

Juliano's, Egg Harbor Township, 2264 Ocean Heights Ave., 609-927-6363. Perfect setting to hang out and watch a game. A typical neighborhood sports bar. Affordable. $

Library III, 6605 Black Horse Pike, Cardiff. (609) 645-7655. Great bar area with live music. Standard. $$

Macedonian Grill, 6814 Tilton Road, inside Pep Boys Shopping Center. (609) 677-5477. Don't leave without trying homemade desserts. www.macedoniangrill.com Affordable. $

Outback Steakhouse, 6733 Black Horse Pike, near the Shore Mall. (609) 484-8778. Casual chain known as much for their Bloomin' Onion as their juicy steaks. Standard. $$

Rama Thai, 3003 English Creek Ave. (609) 677-1004. Authentic Thai cuisine in beautiful-yet-casual setting. Standard. $$

Galloway Township

Athenian Garden, 619 South New York Road (Route 9), (609) 748-1818. Large portions of delicious Greek specialties. Affordable. $

Fishtales, Risley Square, 319 E. Jimmy Leeds Road, (609) 652-1113. Flawless appetizers. Affordable. $

Fred & Ethel's Lantern Light Tavern, Route 9, Shoppes at Smithville. (609) 652-0544. Friendly atmosphere and staff. Great, homemade foods. Affordable. $

J.D.'s Pub & Grille, Route 9, Shoppes at Smithville, (609) 404-9000.Your friendly neighborhood sports bar. Affordable.$

La Hacienda, 265 S. New York Road (Route 9), (609) 652-6050. High-level Hispanic food. The flan is perfect. Affordable $.

Marriott's Seaview Golf Resort, Route 9. (609) 652-1800. An outstanding reputation for several years. Beautiful setting with lush flowers and landscaping. Pricey. $$$

McGettigan's 19th Hole, 500 South Route 9. (609) 652-6476. A great place to catch NFL games. Chef Carrie Gill presides. Affordable. $

Mickey and Minnie's Inn, 733 W. White Horse Pike, Cologne. (609) 965-1877. Great food in cozy surroundings. Affordable.$

Oyster Creek Inn, Oyster Creek Dock, Leeds Point. (609) 652-8565. A little hard to find, but fresh seafood worth the trek. Affordable. $

Ram's Head Inn, 9 W. White Horse Pike. (609) 652-1700. Classic continental cuisine that never goes out of style. Pricey.$$$

Shifali, in The Days Inn, 224 E. White Horse Pike. (609) 404-4900. Creative Indian cuisine from an innovative chef. Affordable. $

Smithville Inn, Route 9, Shoppes at Smithville. (609) 652-7777. Standard American fare like chicken pot pie and double-cut pork chops. Standard. $$

Tre Figlio, 500 W. White Horse Pike. (609) 965-3303. Old World setting on the White Horse Pike. Standard. $$

W. L. Goodfellows and Co., 310 White Horse Pike. (609) 652-1942. A Galloway institution for about 15 years. Affordable. $

Yiasou Greek Restaurant, 269 W. White Horse Pike. (609) 804-9400. Authentic Greek cuisine with casual atmosphere. Affordable. $

Hammonton Area

Illiano's Ristorante, 705 12th Street, Hammonton. (609) 561-3444. Large portions of homestyle Italian cuisine. Standard. $$

Joe Italiano's Maplewood Inn, 470 White Horse Pike, Hammonton. 561-9621. Legendary Italian fare. Standard. $$

Rocco's Town House, 21 N. Third St. (609) 561-9384. Lively crowd and homemade desserts. Standard. $$

Linwood

Fuji Sushi and Steakhouse, 210 New Rd. (609) 926-8861. Small in size but big in taste. Standard. $$

Thai Basil, 199 New Rd., Central Square. (609) 926-9339. East Asian fusion food in a quiet, suburban atmosphere. Simple meals with fresh and spicy ingredients. Standard. $$.

Long Beach Island

Cafe Bacio, 1511 Long Beach Blvd., North Beach Haven. (609) 492-7702. Homey and cute. Nothing too fancy. Affordable. $. Seasonal.

The Gables Inn and Restaurant, 212 Centre St., Beach Haven. (609) 492-3553. Gorgeous antique B&B with tea time and brunch served daily. Pricey. $$$

The Gazebo, 325 9th St. on Schooner's Wharf. (609) 492-5811. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fresh, locally caught seafood and sushi as well as Italian/American favorites. Something for the whole family at this casual dining restaurant with a mermerising view of the bay. Standard $$

Harvey Cedars Shellfish Company, 7904 Long Beach Blvd., (609) 494-7112. 30 years in and they still know how to run a restaurant right! Standard. $$. Seasonal

La Spiaggia, Westbound on the Causeway, Ship Bottom. (609) 494-4343. Homemade sauces and desserts beautifully crafted. Standard. $$. Seasonal.

The Plantation, 7908 Long Beach Blvd., Harvey Cedars. (609) 494-8191. Progressive, American menu with class. Standard. $$

Sweet Vidalia, 122 N. Bay Ave., Beach Haven. (609) 207-1200. American tappas style dining. Spanish favorites in a little bigger portions, like everything else in America. Share appetizer sized portions of bacon wrapped dates, shrimp fondue, flatbreads and brushettas. Standard. $$

Tuckers, Engleside at the Bay, Beach Haven. (609) 492-2300. Homey bar setting with delicious beers on tap. Standard $$

Yellowfin, 24th St. and Long Beach Blvd., Surf City. (609) 494-7001. Inventive and creative menu. Standard. $$. Seasonal

Longport/Margate

Barrels, 9 South Granville Ave. (609) 823-4400. Hearty portions of flavorful Italian favorites. Standard. $$

Dune Restaurant, 9510 Ventnor Ave., (609) 487-7450. Upscale food at reasonable prices in a casual, laid back atmosphere. Only the freshest seafood caught locally and delivered daily. Standard $$

FishStixx, 212 N. Washington Ave. (609) 822-4228. Seafood with a Mexican twist. Affordable. $

Manna, 8409 Ventnor Ave. (609) 822-7722. BYO restaurant offers New American cuisine. Pricey. $$$

Steve & Cookie's By The Bay, 9700 Amherst Ave. (609) 823-1163. Famous for great food and hospitality, deservedly so. Standard. $$

Tomatoe's, 9300 Amherst Ave., Margate. (609) 822-7535. Well known for fresh seafood dishes, great sushi and inventive menu. Standard. $$

Ventura's Greenhouse, 106 S. Benson Ave. (609) 822-0140. The upstairs restaurant has first-class food and atmosphere. Standard. $$

Mays Landing Area

Bayshore Crabhouse, 100 Back Road, (856) 447-4535. Specializes in seafood and has a simple menu. Affordable. $

Careme's Gourmet Restaurant, 5100 Black Horse Pike, Atlantic Cape Community College - Academy of Culinary Arts. (609) 343-4940. Student-operated restaurant offers interesting food. Standard. $$

Cavallino Nero, 4760 Black Horse Pike, (609) 625-0144. Great food. Standard. $$

Crabby's, 1413 Route 50. (609) 625-2722. Fun atmosphere, and all-you-can-eat crab nights can't be beat. Standard. $$

Inn At Sugar Hill, Routes 40 and 559, on the waterfront. (609) 625-2226. Sit on the porch for river views. Standard. $$

Joe Italiano's Maplewood II, 6126 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing. (609) 625-1181. Get in line and wait with everyone else! Standard. $$

Mays Landing Diner, 6177 Harding Highway (Route 40), (609) 625-5051. Plenty of specials and quick service. Affordable. $

Shiro Japanese Hibachi Restaurant, 3990 Black Horse Pike. (609) 625-8206. Wonderful sushi beautifully prepared. Standard. $$

Simply Fondue, 4215 Black Horse Pike, 609-677-1600. A unique dipping experience and a wide assortment of fondues. Affordable. $

Testa's Good Guys Pub, 5698 Somers Point/Mays Landing Road. (609) 625-1926. With large menu and daily specials, Testa's offers everything. Affordable.$

The Clam Bar, 910 Bay Ave., (609) 927-8783. No-frills seafood restaurant. Affordable. $

Mizpah

Uncle Dewey's Outdoor BBQ, 6931 U.S. Route 40, (609) 476-4040. Authentic barbecue ribs and chicken, kettle fried fish and homemade sides. Affordable. $

Northfield

Antonino's Jo-Jo's, 2405 New Road. (609) 646-7565. Italian specialities like stuffed manicotti with red sauce. Affordable. $$

Atlantic City Country Club, 1 Leo Fraser Drive. (609) 641-7575. Gourmet cuisine overlooking historic golf course. Sunday brunch. Standard. $$

Gianna's Cafe, 1205 Tilton Rd. (609) 677-0470. Formerly Celina's, under new management, same favorites. ***

Giovanni's Best of Italy, 801 Tilton Road. (609) 383-1155. Family owned and operated. Standard. $$

Ventura's Offshore Cafe, 2015 Shore Road. (609) 641-5158. Best bar food in the area. Everything is above average. Affordable.$$

Ocean City

701 Mosaic Bistro-Cafe-Catering, 701 Fourth St. 398-2700. Ocean City can now dine Caribbean and Mediterranean style thanks to this chic cafe. Standard. $$.

Arlene's On Asbury, 624 Asbury Ave.. 399-3639. Cozy, family-run breakfast and lunch spot. Affordable. $.

Bloom 'n Tulip, 10th St. between Ocean Ave. and the Boardwalk. 399-4953. Wide variety of breakfast foods. Standard. $$. Seasonal.

Chatterbox, 500 9th St. (609) 399-0113. An Ocean City institution for more than 70 years. Affordable. $.

Cousin's Restaurant, First and Asbury Ave. (609) 399-9462. Specializing in fine Italian cuisine & seafood. Standard. $$. Seasonal.

Cafe Beach Club, 1280 Boardwalk. (609) 398-7700. Service has stood the test of time since 1979. Standard. $$. Seasonal.

Emily's Ocean Room Cafe, inside the Historic Flanders Hotel, 719 E. 11 Street. 398-5700. American cuisine, homemade soups and desserts from scratch. Standard. $$

F&M Restaurant, 1200 Asbury Ave. 391-0080. Fezzuoglio family tradition continues in Ocean City, blending kosher-style deli with Italian cooking. Affordable. $

Luigi's, Ninth St. and West Ave., 399-4937. Simple, wholesome Italian fare. Affordable. $

Ma France Creperie, 596 9th St., Ocean City, 399-9955. Offers buckwheat and dessert crepes for breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus homemade soups, salads, quiche, organic coffee, espresso, lattes and capuccino. Standard. $$

Nag's Head Fine Foods, 801 Asbury Ave., Ocean City. (609) 391-9080. High quality, fresh ingredients at a reasonable price. Affordable. $

Periwinkles, 9th and Atlantic Ave. (609) 814-9500. Seashore casual atmosphere, very family friendly with an extensive kid's menu. Crab & lobster bisque is a must try. Excellent service, famous early bird special and patio dining. Caters to everyone, sure to please! Affordable $

Piccini Wood Fired Brick Oven Pizza, 13th St. and West Ave. 525-0767. Wood-fired pizzas, Italian dinners and seafood. Affordable. $

Scully's Asbury Cafe & Pizzeria, 955 Asbury Ave. 391-1111. Top-notch Italian cuisine and above-average pizza. Standard. $$.

Sindia, 801 Plymouth Pl. 399-1997. American style cuisine and seafood. Standard. $$. Seasonal.

Spadafora's, Ninth Street and Atlantic Ave., 398-6154. Over 25 years old and never out of style. Standard. $$

Ocean County Area

Allen's Clam Bar, 5650 Route 9, New Gretna. 296-4106. Famous for oyster stew and clam chowder. Affordable.$

The Grapevine, Route 9, Tuckerton. 296-7799. Friendly people, casual atmosphere and great eats. Standard. $$

II Giardino Sul Mare, Route 9 and Hollywood Blvd., Forked River. 971-7699. Your favorite Italian dishes, made to order just the way you like it. Standard. $$

Pleasantville

JoJo's, Black Horse Pike and Main St. 646-8332. Above-average Italian-American fare. Affordable. $

Pistol Pete's Beef 'N Beer, Black Horse Pike and Noah's Rd. 484-1000. Good food by chef Willie Lewis in a fun setting. Affordable. $

Somers Point

Amor Mexican and Italian Cuisine, 801 Bay Ave. Offers Italian and authentic Mexican cuisine in a classy setting. Great service. Standard $$

Anchorage Tavern, 823 Bay Ave. (609) 926-1776. Great bar food and cold beer. Affordable.$

Charlie's Bar and Restaurant, 800 Shore Road, (609) 653-9848. Good food in an informal atmosphere. Affordable. $

Crab Trap, Somers Point Circle. (609) 927-7377. Fresh seafood done well. Standard. $$

Doc's Place, 646 Bay Ave. (609) 926-0404. Above-average dinners, great brunch menu. Standard. $$.

Enzo's, 269 New Road, Somers Point Shopping Center, 609-927-9477. Good, quality food. Affordable. $

Gregory's Restaurant & Bar, 900 Shore Road. (609) 927-6665. A place for good food and fun. Standard. $$

The Grilled Cheese & Crab Cake Co., 55 Laurel Drive. (609) 601-7533. Try the cream-of-crab bisque and fresh baked goodies. Affordable.$

Hibiscus Island Grill & Bar, 101 E. Maryland Ave., (609) 926-9400. Great times. Great food. Try the Hula Chicken and more. Kids under 10 eat free with adult paid entree. Standard $$

Joe's Restaurant, 131 Jordan Rd. (609) 927-4637. Very good Greek and Italian cuisine. Affordable. $

Mac's Restaurant & Lounge, 908 Shore Rd. (609) 927-2759 New surroundings with food reminiscent of an earlier era. Standard. $$

Shanghai House, 28 E. Maryland Avenue, 609-926-3388. Great soups. Try the wonton egg-drop. Affordable. $

The Clam Bar, 910 Bay Avenue, at Smith's Pier. (609) 927-8783. Basic seafood dishes perfectly prepared at a fine price. Affordable.$

Taco Bill's Gringo Grill, 718 Bay Ave. (609) 601-1061. "Gringo Mexican" featuring fish tacos as specialty, plus salads, quesadillas and more. Affordable.$

Ventnor

Gertrude's, 7309 Ventnor Ave, (609) 823-3003. A cozy, classy and sophisticated American restaurant with influences from the Caribbean, Creole and Southwestern. Affordable. $

Sage, 5206 Atlantic Ave. (609) 823-2110 . An inventive Italian menu in a fine-dining arena makes Sage just as good, if not superior, to chef Lisa Savage's former Savaradio's in Linwood. Standard. $$

Yama Japanese Restaurant, 5305 Atlantic Ave. (609) 822-8007. Lovely food and service. Standard.$$

Avalon

Bobby Dee's Rock'n Chair Restaurant, 2409 Dune Drive. (609) 967-3300. Eclectic menu and great wine list. Affordable. $

Cafe Loren, 23rd St. and Dune Drive. (609) 967-8228. Upscale, expertly prepared foods. Pricey. $$$ Seasonal.

Golden Inn Fish Co., 78th St. and Dune Drive. 368-5155. Luxurious atmosphere with a sophisticated menu. Standard. $$

Kipper'z Restaurant, 2109 Dune Drive. (609) 967-5779. Enjoyable atmosphere and hospitable staff. Pricey. $$$

Mirage Restaurant, 79th Street and Third Avenue. (609) 368-1919. An accommodating chef willing to make any special requests. Worth the money! Pricey. $$$. Seasonal.

Princeton Bar and Grill, 2008 Dune Drive. (609) 967-3456. Great live music with fine American cuisine. Affordable. $

The Sea Grill, 225 21st St. (609) 967-5511. Darling location with inventive and unique meals. Standard. $$

Sylvester's Fish Market, 503 21st Ave. (609) 967-7553. A reputation for out-of-this-world crabcakes. Affordable. $

Tortilla Flats, 2540 Dune Dr. (609) 967-5658. Fantastic, authentic Mexican cuisine. Affordable. $. Seasonal.

Windrift Restaurant, 79th St. and the Beach. (609) 368-5761. Great place to see live music and dance. Standard. $$

Whitebrier, 260 20th St. (609) 967-5225. Traditional Italian and American dishes. Affordable.$

Bridgeton Area

Coach Room, 59 W. Broad Street, Bridgeton. (856) 451-0041. Large dining area with extensive menu. Standard. $$

Newport House Restaurant, Husted Lane, Newport. (856) 447-3597. Quaint and elegant, both in style and food. Standard. $$

S.R. Riley Musical Cafe, 101 E. Commerce St. (856) 459-1109. Beatles-themed eatery offering American cuisine. Standard. $$

Cape May

410 Bank Street, 410 Bank St., Cape May. (609) 884-2127. Cajun, Creole and French fusion. Standard. $$

A Ca Mia, 524 Washington Mall, Cape May. (609) 884-6661. Perfect for dining and people-watching along the mall. Trattoria-style soups and salads. Standard.$$

Aleathea's, 7 Ocean St., The Inn of Cape May, Cape May. (609) 884-5555. Ocean views from the porch seating area. Full bar with American style food. Standard.$$

Alexander's, 653 Washington St. Cape May. (609) 884-2555. Quaint, colonial setting. Pricey. $$$

Axelsson's Blue Claw Restaurant, 991 Ocean Drive, Cape May. (609) 884-5878. Tucked back near the fishing docks, seafood doesn't get much fresher. Standard. $$

Ballyhoo's, 1045 Beach Dr., in the Grand Hotel, Cape May. (609) 884-5611. A fun, after-hours gathering place, especially for dancing. Inexpensive bar drinks. Standard. $$

Blue Pig Tavern, 251 Beach Ave., Cape May. (609) 884-8422. American fare with a classic and fresh ambience. Standard. $$

Copper Fish, 1246 Rt. 9, Cape May. (609) 898-0354. Bouilliabaise is always a great choice. Standard. $$

Cucina Rosa, 301 Washington St., Cape May. (609) 898-9800. Homemade Italian favorites with fresh coffees and desserts. Standard. $$

Ebbitt Room at The Virginia Hotel, 25 Jackson St., Cape May. (609) 884-5700 or 800-732-4236. Definitely one of Cape May's best. Pricey. $$$

Elaine's Haunted Mansion Restaurant, 513 Lafayette St., Cape May. (609) 884-4358. Menu changes daily, but always something for everyone. Standard. $$

Freda's Cafe, 210 Ocean St., Cape May. (609) 884-7887. European-bistro feel with interesting menu. Standard. $$

Frescos Ristorante, 412 Bank St., Cape May. (609) 884-0366. Food ranges from Mediterranean to Tuscan to Venetian, but it's all good! Pricey. $$$. Seasonal.

Henry's On the Beach, 702 Beach Ave., Cape May. (609) 884-8826. American comfort food in a casual, oceanside setting. Standard. $$

Lobster House, Fisherman's Wharf, Cape May. (609) 884-8296. Still "the" place for seafood in South Jersey. Standard. $$

Lucky Bones, 1200 Route 109, Cape May. (609) 884-1919. Good Cuban pork sandwiches and soups. Standard. $$

Mad Batter, 19 Jackson St., Cape May. (609) 884-5970. The mother of all Cape May gourmet restaurants. Standard. $$

Magnolia Room, 301 Howard St., The Chalfonte Hotel, Cape May. (609) 884-8409. Homemade food with a Southern flair. Pricey. $$$. Seasonal.

Main Street Cafe, 104 N. Main St., Cape May Court House. (609) 536-8072. Intimate cafe setting offering specialties such as the fresh Sicilian shrimp sandwich and salads. Open for dinner on Fridays and Saturdays with chef specials including catch of the day, chef filet and seafood cioppino. Try the Coquilles St. Jacques. Affordable $

Merion Inn, 106 Decatur St., Cape May. (609) 884-8363. Have a drink at the piano bar. Standard. $$

Moonfish Grill, 416 S. Broadway, Cape May. (609) 898-1600. Eclectic, modern fusion cusine celebrating steaks and seafood. Standard. $$

Oyster Bay Steak and Seafood Restaurant, 615 Lafayette St., Cape May. (609) 884-2111. Surf and turf with a twist. Standard. $$

Peter Shields Inn, 1301 Beach Drive, Cape May. (609) 884-9090. Elegant food and surroundings. Pricey. $$$

Union Park Dining Room, 727 Beach Ave., Cape May. (609) 884-8811. Contemporary cuisine and it's BYOB. Try executive chef John Schatz's South African lobster. Pricey. $$$

Washington Inn, 801 Washington Ave., Cape May. (609) 884-5697. The Cape May standard-bearer of luxury cuisine. Pricey. $$$

Dennis Township

Karen and Rei's, Route 9, Clermont. (609) 967-4488. Interesting food from a creative chef. Pricey. $$$

Lower Township

Bella Mangiata, 1891 Bayshore Rd., Villas. (609) 889-6800. "Italy without airfare." Try famous crab cakes. Standard. $$

Harpoon Henry's, 91 Beach Drive, Lower Twp. (609) 884-5697. Tropical food, drinks and setting. Standard. $$

Middle Township

Atkinson's Restaurant and Tavern, 1010 Route 9 South, Cape May Court House. (609) 465-5641. Great food and an exciting bar scene. Standard. $$

Bellevue Tavern, 7 S. Main St., Cape May Court House. (609) 463-1738. Great lunches are served. Affordable. $

Doctor's Inn, 2 N. Main St., Cape May Court House. (609) 463-9330. A 19th-century masion turned into a cozy B&B. Pricey. $$$

Millville

Next Oar, 127 North High Street. (856) 293-1360. Intimate restaurant with plenty of candles and atmosphere. Standard. $$

Oliver's Twist, 66 Sassafras St. (856) 327-4288. Simple-yet-fun menu and clever decorations. Affordable. $

Old Oar House Irish Pub, 123 N. High St. (856) 293-1200. A first-class establishment. Outside beer garden and seating area. Affordable. $

Port of Call, Route 47 and 55. (856) 327-5547. Contemporary American cuisine. Standard. $$.

Winfield's Restaurant, 106 N. High St. (856) 327-0909. Urban upscale restaurant. Standard. $$

Rio Grande

Menz Restaurant, Route 47 and Fulling Mill Road. (609) 886-9500. Happening bar scene on Friday nights. Standard. $$

Rio Station, Route 9 and 47. (609) 889-2000. Great railroad decor and standard, hearty fare. Standard. $$

Sea Isle City

Basilico's, 27 43rd St. (609) 263-1010. Ethnic cuisine down by the shore. Standard. $$

Braca Cafe, Kennedy Blvd. and the Beach. (609) 263-4271. Solid food and drink. Standard. $$

Busch's Seafood Restaurant, 8700 Landis Ave. (609) 263-8626. A true family restaurant. Standard. $$

Lobster Loft, 42nd St. and the Bay. (609) 263-3000. Fun and entertaining restaurant with large menu. Standard. $$

O'Donnell's Pour House, 3907 Landis Ave. (609) 263-5600. Pub atmosphere attracts a young crowd. Standard. $$

Vince's Restaurant, 25 John F. Kennedy Blvd., 609-263-4567. A multi-level restaurant with two dining areas. Affordable. $

Strathmere

Mildred's Strathmere Restaurant, 901 Ocean Drive, Strathmere, Upper Township, (609) 263-8209. Homemade pastas. Try the Jewish apple cake and an Italian rum cake. Affordable. $

Stone Harbor

Kuishimbo, 330 96th St. (609) 967-7007. Typical Japanese done right. Standard. $$

Mildred's, Ocean Dr. and Prescott Rd. (609) 263-8209. A weekender's paradise. Standard. $$

Upper Township

Deauville Inn, 201 Willard Road. (609) 263-2080. Dine inside or outside. Open year round. Standard. $$

Mama Mia Ristorante, Cedar Square Shopping Center, Seaville. (609) 624-9322. Mix of American-Italian standards and upscale specials. Standard. $$

Obadiah's, 321 Roosevelt Blvd., Marmora. (609) 390-3574. Incredible seafood. Standard. $$. Seasonal.

Red Sky Cafe, 3054 Route 9, Seaville. (609) 624-2550. Southwestern and Tex-Mex offerings. Standard. $$

Tuckahoe Inn, 1 Harbor Rd. and Route 9, Beesley's Point. (609) 390-3322. Standard continental menu fare with beautiful views. Standard. $$

Yesterday's Restaurant, 316 Roosevelt Blvd., Marmora. (609) 390-1757. The name echoes its old-timey feel. Standard. $$

Vineland

Continental Room, West Landis Ave. and Route 55., in the Ramada Inn, (856) 692-8600. Fine continental cuisine in an upscale setting. Pricey. $$$

The Garden Room, 3722 E. Landis Ave., Vineland. (856) 691-3303. Huge banquet room for large groups, parties, etc. Standard. $$

Lucia's, 785 W. Sherman Ave. (856) 692-0300. Dine in an indoor courtyard. Standard. $$

Maplewood III, 200 N. Delsea Dr. (856) 692-2011. Daily dinner and early-bird specials. Standard. $$

Neptune Seafood House and Cocktail Lounge, 1554 S. Delsea Drive. (856) 692-2800. Affordable seafood that's big on taste. Standard. $$

Red Lobster, 3849 S. Delsea Drive. (856) 825-9600. The classic chain you've come to know and love. Standard. $$

The Wildwoods

The Bayview, 8100 Bayview Drive, Wildwood Crest. (609) 522-1287. Classic food, classic taste. Standard. $$

Boathouse Restaurant, 506 W. Rio Grande Ave., Wildwood. (609) 729-5301. Try the surf and turf. Standard. $$. Seasonal.

Claude's, 100 Olde New Jersey Ave., North Wildwood. (609) 522-0400. Visit this petite oasis for typical French delights. Standard. $$. Seasonal.

Gia, 3001 Pacific Avenue, Wildwood. (609) 729-5959. Everyone's favorite veal, chicken and seafood dishes. Standard. $$

Groff's Restaurant, 423 Magnolia Ave., Wildwood. (609) 522-5474. Amazing prices with excellent food. Affordable. $

Jersey Girl Drinks and Dining, Corner of Schellenger and Atlantic avenues. (609) 523-1800. Contemporary American cuisine focusing on meat and seafood. Standard. $$

Juan Pablo's, Garfield and Pacific Ave., Wildwood. (609) 729-6500. A corner bar that doubles as a Mexican restaurant with delicious entrees and crayons for the kids. Standard. $$

La Piazza Cucina Italiano, 4600 Pacific Ave., Wildwood. (609) 522-8300. Hot Italian food, live music and family atmosphere. Standard. $$

Lighthouse Pointe, 5101 Shawcrest Rd., Wildwood. (609) 522-SHIP. Food is great and the dining room is big enough for large groups. Standard. $$. Seasonal.

Marie Nicole's, 9510 Pacific Ave., Wildwood Crest. (609) 522-5425. One of the first "gourmet" restaurants to succeed in Wildwood area. Standard. $$

Neil's Steak and Chowder House, 222 E. Schellenger Ave., Wildwood. (609) 522-5226. Never a disappointment. Standard. $$. Seasonal.

Nino's Family Restaurant, 201 West Walnut Ave., North Wildwood. (609) 729-9314. Homey pasta house with gigantic portions. Standard. $$

Owen's Pub, 119 E. 17th Ave., (609) 729-7290. Comfortable and friendly atmosphere. Affordable. $

Sunset Bay, 400 W. Spruce Ave., North Wildwood. (609) 523-0411. Tropical meets traditional in this gem of a shore restaurant. Standard. $$. Seasonal.

Tucker's, Wildwood and Atlantic Ave., Wildwood. (609) 846-1110. Happy Hour and daily specials a must. Standard. $$

Two Mile Inn & Crab House, Ocean Drive, Wildwood Crest. (609) 522-1341. Fresh seafood. Outside Tiki Bar a big draw, as well. Standard. $$. Seasonal.

Urie's Waterfront Restaurant, 588 West Rio Grande Ave. (609) 522-4189. Menu of broiled/ fried seafood combinations. Standard. $$. Seasonal.

Woodbine

Soprano's Pizzeria, Route 550, corner of Dehirsch and Heilprin, (609) 861-3663. Delicious pasta dishes. Affordable. $

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