The dining scene in Ocean City, New Jersey (OCNJ) is lively year-round. From cozy breakfast spots serving stacks of pancakes and indulgent egg sandwiches, to elegant Italian restaurants and fresh seafood feasts, there is something for every craving. While many eateries are seasonal, several standout destinations remain open even in the off-season, offering everything from red-sauce dinners to members-only clubs where alcohol is served.
For this update: Holiday and Agape Gourmet have been added. Emily’s Ocean Room and Old School Burger have been removed.
Dockside Kitchen
Bayside views meet elevated comfort. Known for short rib omelets, lobster toast, fish tacos, and its signature Dockside burger. At night, it transforms into a refined dinner club featuring bacon-wrapped filet and surf and turf.
📍 228 Bay Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 399-5588
Asbury Kitchen
A breakfast and lunch staple with a robust lineup of egg Benedicts, Greek salads, crepes, and Lavazza coffee drinks.
📍 624 Asbury Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 399-3639
Jon & Patty's Coffee Bar & Bistro
An OCNJ favorite since 2008, offering creative lattes, hearty breakfast options, and a dinner menu with ahi tuna and coconut chicken salad.
📍 637 Asbury Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 399-3377
Agape Gourmet
Artisan charcuterie, Mediterranean skewers, and indulgent desserts like feta cheesecake. A gourmet pantry for refined tastes.
📍 854 Asbury Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 840-6009
Luigi’s Italian Restaurant
Serving since 1958, Luigi’s delivers Italian-American classics, standout meatballs, and brick-oven pizza.
📍 300 East 9th Street, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 399-4937
Hooked on Breakfast
Famous for cannoli pancakes, biscuits with sausage gravy, and hearty pulled pork sandwiches.
📍 916 Asbury Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 938-9285
Capo Strada
An intimate Italian eatery offering oversized pasta bowls, calamari, and share-worthy muffuletta sandwiches.
📍 501 E 9th St, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 814-2445
Bakeria 1010
Known for artisanal pizzas like the spicy ‘roni and speck, plus Italian sandwiches and hoagies.
📍 955 Asbury Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 600-7023
Holiday
Trendy coffee and bakeshop featuring blueberry iced lattes, Fluff on the Beach, and rotating baked goods.
📍 801 East 8th Street, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 938-9285
Mario's Pizzeria & Restaurant
Bayside dining with Italian staples and an extensive vegan menu.
📍 1510 Bay Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 398-0490
Uncle Bill’s Pancake House
A Jersey Shore institution, serving sweet and savory breakfast favorites since 1962.
📍 2112 Asbury Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 398-7393
Kessel’s Korner
A family-friendly diner offering Belgian waffles, cheesesteaks, milkshakes, and sandwiches.
📍 2760 Asbury Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 398-1170
Sandwich Bar
Specialty sandwiches, lobster rolls, and Philly classics crafted with care.
📍 3255 Asbury Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 741-9888
Randazzo Pizzeria & Family Restaurant
Beloved for New York-style pizza, pasta dishes, hoagies, and gluten-free options.
📍 34th Street & Asbury Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 814-1600
Mike’s Seafood
A local favorite for seafood platters with scallops, shrimp, crab legs, and mussels. Perfect for dine-in or take-home feasts.
📍 208 E 55th St, Ocean City, NJ 08226 | ☎ (609) 399-3474
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