love this place!! everyone is so friendly good music and drinks. My server emma was awesome!!! so…read moresweet and welcoming, would recommend!

This place was an average beach bar. There was seating at the bar on both sides but the sun was…read moreblasting on the one side so we sat on the other. I think if they add some sails for extra coverage, it would accommodate more people. We ordered food. The guacamole and chips, tuna poke bowl and a crab cake sandwich. Very pricey for what was received. Also, it came in containers. No plates or plastic ware. I had to ask the server for those. For those prices, I think they should have better presentation representing a 'higher end' beach bar. The poke bowl was the same. Container fill of chips and a large bowl of tuna. Though it was tasty, usually a poke bowl has more to it. The crab cake sandwich was small on an average hamburger bun. It was missing sauce and was so so in flavor. Again, pricey for what you get. With so many other competitors in the area, I'd likely venture out to somewhere else next time.

My friend and I stopped in at the Rusty Nail yesterday after having spotted it from the beach. It…read moreis a cute little restaurant that offers indoor seating, outdoor seating on the patio, or outdoor seating in a sandpit. There is a bandstand with live music. All of this added up to very Island vibes, without having to leave New Jersey! For dinner I got the buttermilk fried chicken sandwich. It was delicious! All the flavors and textures mixed well together. My friend got Mac n cheese balls and buffalo chicken dip. They were also great! Our only problem was we had to ask for utensils and napkins, probably a mistake by the waitress, but still strange. Overall, it was a great place!

We really wanted to like the Rusty Nail. The place has a great atmosphere and the kind of setting…read morethat makes you think you're in for a memorable meal, which is exactly why we decided to give it a try. Unfortunately, the food just didn't live up to the potential. We started with the nachos, which were probably the biggest disappointment. They tasted more like something you'd find in a school cafeteria than an appetizer from a restaurant. The wings weren't much better. Instead of being crisp on the outside, they arrived soggy and lacked the texture you want from a good wing. The burgers were the real low point. More than one person in our party described them as a hockey puck placed between two pieces of bread, and honestly, that assessment felt pretty accurate. The patties were dry and lacked the flavor you'd normally expect from a good burger. It's a shame because the Rusty Nail has so much going for it from an atmosphere and setting perspective. Unfortunately, the food left us feeling like the experience didn't match the potential of the place. Maybe we caught it on an off night, but based on our meal, it's not somewhere we would running back to in the future.

My wife and I were pleasantly surprised by this little hole-in-the-wall spot! It just goes to show…read morethat you really can't judge a book by its cover. We were seated in about 30 minutes and enjoyed a couple of cocktails at the bar while we waited. My wife had the Watermelon Crush, which she really enjoyed. For dinner, I had the blackened swordfish, and it was prepared perfectly. My wife had the ahi tuna appetizer as her entrée, and we shared the fried tomato tower with crab as an appetizer. Everything was absolutely delicious! After dinner, we headed back to the bar and mingled with some of the locals. Everyone was friendly, the atmosphere was great, and we had a fantastic night with great food, great drinks, and plenty of laughs. Definitely a hidden gem worth checking out!

We love the Westside, except 2 things! How busy it gets and it's small size. The food is always…read morefantastic. Oranges crushes are truly the best on the island. I can't vouch for the mens room but the ladies room is unbelievably small. I'm short and average weight, my knees hit the stall door. Ugh. Go early for lunch, order a crush and either the scallops, crab stuffed long hots or the tomato tower. Or better yet order all three.

Food was outstanding! We got the platter for 3 people, it's on special on Mondays. I have to say…read morethe food is enough for five or more. Full rack of ribs, pulled pork, brisket. Also had side of Cole slaw, baked beans, mac n cheese, and 8 rolls. All of it was delicious and we had plenty to bring home with four of us eating. It's at the end of the pier with a great view and there was a gentleman playing the guitar for entertainment. He was fantastic and does requests. If your down the shore stop on by the food is great, the service is fantastic, great place for the family to eat. Also, My son had the chicken strips with fries he couldn't even finish that.

Family of 10+ on vacation. This was our first sit down meal of the trip and it set a nice mood for…read moreus. Nice beach views and access, we were able to go down to the sand and take pics after the food. I ended up getting some type of burger which was pretty solid. It didn't come with fries - have to order those separate (I think chips are the default). Seems like the atmosphere is the winner here, I'd like to come back and try more food and see if there are any culinary wonders I missed out on.

We randomly stopped by Mikey's Island for lunch and were so pleasantly surprised! This spot just…read moreopened this year on the northern side of the Wildwood Boardwalk, and it already feels like it could be a real hidden gem. The restaurant and bathrooms were clean, the service was friendly, and the food was both tasty and fairly priced. We only popped in for a quick lunch, so we didn't get a chance to try any of their alcoholic drinks or their dinner menu, but we're definitely planning to go back on our next trip to check those out. Also, while we were there, we noticed they were advertising a Dueling Pianos event from 4 to 6 PM. We weren't able to stay for it, but if they continue hosting events like that, it's going to be a massive hit on the boardwalk. Would have loved to see it in action! Definitely worth a stop if you're strolling the northern end of the boardwalk. We'll be back!

The vibe and view were wonderful. The service was great too. The old fashioned was done right…read morewith Bulleit Rye and Luxardo cherries. The food, however fell short. The $25 bowl was the size of a soup cup with chunks of cucumber and a mushy chopped tomato. The Mahi on top was tiny, thin, and dry (likely cooked from frozen). I ordered the burger medium rare and it came well done and didn't have any flavor. It's also a beach town so why did they serve frozen fries? They did give us a nice cup of fancy mixed nuts while waiting for food which was a nice touch. Overall, it was almost $100 for a small bowl, a basic burger and 2 drinks. That's not going to cut it for a new place. I hope they can improve because it's a nice spot on the less crowded north end if the boardwalk.

Outdoor seating and indoor restaurant and bar. HH from 3-5…read more Live music starts at 5 Our servers were friendly and helpful with suggestions. Great drinks Limoncello martini is so refreshing Apple Manhattan is a great classic Manhattan with a slight sweetness Blackberry bourbon smash Cheesesteak egg rolls- juicy and tender meat with a great thin crispy shell. Very greasy Soft pretzel- great creamy crab flavor.

We were extremely disappointed with our experience at Ocean 7. We were charged full price for a…read moremargarita that should have been part of happy hour. When we brought it to the manager's attention, she came over with a dismissive attitude and simply said the best she could do was take $2 off. She didn't apologize, make any effort to resolve the issue, or seem to care about keeping our business before walking away. We're locals who spend a lot of time and money in Cape May, but even if we were tourists, this is not how customers should be treated. People come here every summer and support local businesses, and good customer service should be a priority. Mistakes happen, but it's how they're handled that matters. Unfortunately, the poor attitude and lack of concern from management left a bad taste in our mouth. It's a shame because we normally come here every weekend off season as well.

We just had dinner there and were very pleased with the entire experience. Everything was excellent…read morefrom start to finish. For appetizers, we ordered the stuffed long hots with sausage, shrimp cocktail, and burrata--all of which were delicious. My wife and I both chose steak for our entrées. She had the New York strip, and I ordered the ribeye. Surprisingly, the ribeye had very little fat and was cooked to perfection. Our entrées were served with mashed potatoes and broccoli, which complemented the meal nicely. Our server, Sam, was prompt, attentive, and provided excellent service throughout the evening. We'll definitely be back.

The entrance of Oyster Bay Restaurant & Bar is absolutely darling, and I was impressed by the size…read moreof the parking lot. The spaces are fairly narrow, though, so be careful to park fully between the white lines. If you come in through the back entrance near the bar, you'll need to turn right and walk all the way to the front to find the hostess stand. The bar-area staff seemed a little annoyed when people asked where the hostess stand or restrooms were, although I imagine they probably get those questions often. The hostess was pleasant and seated us promptly. One note for anyone who tends to get cold: bring a cardigan or light jacket. There was a floor vent right beside our table, and I got pretty chilly as the evening went on. The menu offered a wide range of options, from pork chops and duck to salmon, but I was not especially excited by many of the pairings. I started with the crab soup and ordered the blackened sea bass special with coconut rice for my entrée. For the table, we shared the bang bang shrimp and burrata. Both were adequately portioned for our party of five. The bang bang shrimp had the right amount of heat, and the burrata was a nice combination of warm pita bread, portobello mushroom, cooked red peppers, fresh greens, and burrata. I would recommend both appetizers. My crab soup arrived hot and was perfectly seasoned. The spice level was just right, and I liked the balance of small strips of crab throughout, along with a few larger pieces. In my opinion, it had an excellent ratio of crab meat, vegetables, and broth. Unfortunately, the entrées were less impressive. They were all beautifully presented--colorful and nicely portioned--but the flavors left something to be desired. My sea bass was certainly blackened, but I would have enjoyed it much more if the skin had been crisp. Instead, it was soggy, likely because it was placed directly on top of the coconut rice, which also became soggy. The mango pieces were larger than necessary, and there was far too much of the tomato, green pepper, and onion mixture on top. At $46, I expected more in terms of flavor. On a positive note, our waitress was friendly and professional, and the young man who brought out our food was pleasant as well. The food also arrived quickly. Since this was my first visit to the area, I would like to explore other local restaurants before returning. Still, I would not be opposed to giving Oyster Bay Restaurant & Bar another chance and trying a different entrée--possibly the swordfish.

One of the best breakfast places in the area! The server Briana was fantastic. Service was amazing…read moreand I love the setting and ambiance the location and her brought to our meal!

Beautiful Restaurant vibes, Great Food and Drinks, Amazing Ocean Views right from your table, sand…read morebeneath your feet! We absolutely LOVE coming here and watching the sunset!!