To be honest I didn't even take enough photos of this place and the food because of how great of a…read moretime I was having! The place is beautiful and right along the beach so you get a breathtaking view of the sunset. This place is constantly busy and has a wait list, which makes sense because of how good the food and ambiance is, so get there early! It's worth the wait!!

Visited this spot in August 2025 for a bachelorette party and this was such a lovely spot to kick…read moreoff the weekend. A friend recommended this location because it was on the water and supposedly had great views. Well, she was not wrong! We planned to enjoy dinner there at sunset, and it was absolutely stunning. You can even see a shipwreck in the water from the restaurant. The food was delicious and the outdoor bar overlooking the water was definitely popular! It was packed. I recall having a refreshing, bubbly, berry libation. So tasty and beautifully decorated with fruit and a pearl skewer on top. My only constructive criticism is that this place is very busy and the wait time can be quite long. You may consider sending one person from your party there a bit earlier to wait for a table, because it can be up to an hour wait during peak times. (Not a spot to head to if you are very hungry and need to eat ASAP!) Aside from having to wait about 45 minutes to be seated, this place is a gem. Would definitely come back for the relaxing, beach ambiance.

We loved it here and definitely would come back. We searched comprehensively for a special dinner…read moreexperience for our last night in Cape May, and initially we were taken aback because we could not get a reservation before 7pm on a pre-season Tuesday in May. So we went early (no problem being seated around 5:30 or so, but it did seem full an hour later) and were we ever rewarded. Everything was simply perfect, including Vicki, our veteran and down to earth waiter. When we are unsure of things, she provided expert guidance with kindness and wisdom. The mussels appetizer are an experience not to be missed - save the bread for lapping up its saucy juice. My wife loved the pork chop - its huge and she took half home for lunch. I devoured the blackened fish of the day over bok choy. Both simply were outstanding. If/when again in Cape May again, we'd certainly come back. With a reservation!

Dinner so nice, I ate there twice…read more Grab a seat near the fireplace and enjoy one of the most cozy spots in town. The first night I boldly chose the Croquet Madame pizza. I'm a sucker for a good thin crust, and this did not disappoint. Everything about the pizza was sublime. Even hours later when I heated up the remaining slices at the hotel, it continued to be a palate-pleaser. Second night, round two: I love a good turkey club but I would've willingly sold my right pinky for one this good. I nearly had to unhinge my jaw to bite into this beast. I again met my match and had to take half of it to-go. Did I have it later that night? No! I popped open that tray for a breakfast club the next morning and the flavour never missed a beat. Make this place a sure stop when you are in town!

Date of Visit: August 2, 2025 8am…read more After a good nights rest, this was a two night stay stop, I went out on a quest to find a breakfast spot. After a stroll to the Washington Street Mall I was on my way back to the motel (The Jetty) and noticed this place was open. It was clean looking from the outside so I decided to give it a try. I was immediately welcomed as I walked in, nice. Looked around to see how the seating arrangements were and notice they had counter seating. Neil like sitting at the counter. A pleasant lady came over and handed me a menu asked what I wanted to drink...orange juice. And the juice came with a glass of water, I needed that and didn't know it. After looking the menu over I chose the western omelette with home fries and rye toast. I must have been one of the first customers of the day cause it wasn't long before I was eating. All I needed was some hot sauce for the home fries and their it was. The portions were generous and toast came out warm just the way I likes it. Cutting into the omelet it was filled, nothing scarce here. I would suggest to get here early, it wasn't long before there was a wait. Not sure if I finished it all but I needed to walk the WS Mall again and work it off. Yes this will be my go to place for breakfast next time in town. Peace.

Drove down to check out Cape May and found this place for lunch as they were about to close. Great…read morefood and friendly waitstaff. I even bought a t-shirt. Great view of the ocean too!

Fantastic spot for some really fresh seafood. We really enjoyed some of the best oysters I've had…read moreand the cocktail shrimp were so sweet and delicious I could have eaten more. The problem is their menu is limited. Don't expect a master chef type meal. This is a no frills type of eatery who does it right! The service is simple, seat yourself, walk over to the counter, place your order and one of their very nice servers brings the food out to you. It's also byob so bring your favorite drink and enjoy a nice treat.

When I came here thought it would be an amazing experience of fresh seafood had oysters they were…read morevery good then I ordered crab legs and to be honest didn't feel fresh at all -disappointing. My friend ordered a lobster roll she was not happy she said it was not seasoned properly-I don't know maybe an off day sadly. The service was good delicious clam chowder soup -friendly people for sure-very family friendly place which was nice

We had such a nice dinner, I had to update my review. We come to Lobster House from time-to-time…read morethroughout the year. We figured we would get in an off-season dinner before the crowds come and that we did! We arrived just before they opened at 415 and hung out at the bar for a few minutes. Dinner is served at 430pm! The bar is open, so you can get drinks while you wait if you like. There is a full service bar and you can order from a plentiful wine and spirits menu. Our awesome server for our early dinner was Trisha, and she could not have been more hospitable! She was very personable, attentive and provided excellent service! She was just a delight. I ordered the Flounder special which was delicious - - each element in the dinner was great - and you can see all my coordinating photos. The dinner comes with a nice fresh -chilled salad and of course, the yummy hot, fresh onion bread! The flounder was cooked to perfection and those Fried String Beans, kinda like french fries were really good and very creative. They came with a nice "Petal Sauce" that is going to have me coming back again! Thank you, Trisha and Lobster House for a great pre-season dinner. It's nice to have the whole restaurant to yourself without the crowds! Get there before Memorial Day weekend for a nice treat! There's also an incredible fresh fish market attached where you can get anything and everything from a fish market you ever dreamed about. They also have a decadent area with so many drool-worthy desserts that you can take out along with your seafood. All in all, Lobster House is a great local favorite that has consistently great seafood and service.

Over the years I've had my share of great getaway meals at The Lobster House in timeless Cape May…read more It's a tradition you want to start earlier in life, so you can one day look around and watch as a new generation starts creating those lifelong memories of lively dinners out on the peer. It gives you a whole new appreciation for it, for how it's been able to not only last and stay pretty much the same across decades, making the nostalgia hit just a bit harder. People who have aversion to crowds probably read that and think I'm insane, and I wouldn't blame you. I can't think of a time when that place isn't a mad house. It's frantic, there are multiple queues all over the place, people are shouting, fish is flying, tables are being sniped. There's always some parent yelling at their kid or in-law to get over to some table 100 yards away they just happened to see open up. You have half a dozen poor grandmas sitting at a table all alone, feeling the pressure. The pressure and eyes of every other family waiting for a table bearing down on them. So yes, for certain people, every visit would be a nightmarish hell. Like think about the introverted pescatarians, they must be completely torn on this place. Even with the prominent signage, it's easy to get disoriented in the market-style layout. One time I waited 15 minutes for a softshell crab sandwich in front of a parking validation kiosk. Just remember there are two sets of bathrooms, one near the entrance and one lesser used one in the back. That is one benefit of sitting farther down the pier and not feeling bad about it. There is no such thing as a bad seat at TLH. Eventually once I did locate my softshell crab sandwich, I enjoyed it's soft, crab-like texture. Well, enjoyed is a strong word. Let's just say that will be my first and definitely last time I ever order softshell crab. I like crab, but, while soft, I do not enjoy the texture of the shell. It's like these thin sheets of leather strips. It's probably my fault, it's not like it's called "no shell" crab, but I think maybe they overdo it with the "soft" angle. Anyways, once I pivoted to a classic burger, all was well again. And I got more of those bangin' thick-cut steak fries. On this particular visit my two companions got an assortment of crab claws, fried calamari, clams casino, and the rest of my softshell crab, so yeah, everyone did pretty well for themselves. Also snagged a prime table right in the thick of things, on the pier in front of The Schooner, which doubles as a sailing vessel and outdoor cocktail lounge. Just another fine summer memory to look back fondly on.

Had a really nice meal this evening. Oysters app were some of the best we've tasted and beautifully…read morepresented. The grouper was very tasty and while the shrimp jambalaya had all the right ingredient's the sauce was a little heavy for that dish. The bananas foster was something I'd always wanted to try and am glad I did. Ambiance was classic dining but nothing noteworthy. Our waiter was great. Overall 4.25 - worth a visit when in Cape May for sure

Highly disappointed in this pick while we were in cape May for the weekend. Shrimp was overcooked,…read moremy husband's steak was well done not medium rare. Lobster tail was overcooked as well. For the price you pay it was not a good pick not ever again.

Casual dock-side bar with lots of seafood plus non-seafood options. Plenty of beers on tap…read more Oysters on the half shell. Cold or steamed lobster. Service is good. Plenty of seating. Been here many times. Family friendly tables or can sit at the bar.

Went there to get crabs to pick and eat. It's hard to go someplace and pick crabs when others don't…read morewant crab. They have other food which my party ordered from the server but I had to wait in line for 15+ minutes to order my crab. Everyone was done before I even got my crab.

A popular kitchy place, cozy inside and has outdoor seating. BYOB. Friendly service. Enjoyed the…read morekale caesar special - so fresh but the pieces could have been smaller bite size, great dressing. There were a variety of seafood/fish options $36 we ordered the crabcakes and blackened blue fish. Glad dipping sauces were included as both were just ok, lacked flavor. Didn't really care for the plain sides of brown rice and shredded cabbage. I guess that's farm to table.

10 stars. One of my favorite meals in recent memory, and will be a must any time I return to Cape…read moreMay. The menu is small, simple and fresh. Reservations are a must and don't forget to BYOB. The vibes are quaint with a very small indoor dining room and an outdoor patio that's a bit larger. I'm really glad we requested a table outside, because the patio was so nice on a warm summer evening. What we ate -- started things off with mozzarella and heirloom tomato salad (on special) and kale cesar. All produce is sourced locally from Beach Plum Farm and both dishes were fab. For our main we shared crab cakes and scallops. Both were so fresh and came with a large portion. Every entree comes with brown rice and house cabbage slaw. Reviews will mention that this is pretty plain, but with the fresh seafood and dipping sauces it's really the perfect accompaniment. The scallops came with a delicious sweet ginger sauce and the crab cakes came with a creamy lemony tartar sauce. The decor is fun and kitschy and the inflatable whale in the bathroom tub made me laugh. Don't forget to grab a chocolate bar at the Louisa's chocolate shop which is adjacent to the restaurant. I'll be thinking about this meal for a while.

We've gone to Tisha's many times and their food never disappoints! We love a BYOB too!read more

We really enjoyed eating here the decor was nice and the food was wonderful. We wanted to try a…read morecouple dishes. I came here with my sister and cousin. They got the salmon with Thai sauce and I got the peppered crab cake and shrimp. Both dishes were delicious. Even though the crab cake had a little more breading than I like it was seasoned nicely and had a great flavor. The sauce was yummy and not peppered too much. Our server was Jersey. She did a great job, was efficient and friendly. We will definitely go back here .

Wow the lobster roll was amazing. Such succulent chunks of…read moreLobster. We both had the California roll which was warmed lobster with butter on a Toasted roll with pickles On the side and a bag of chips. Fantastic. Definitely will be back to this one. I wish I had tried the clam Chowder. Next time.

Lobster roll was fine but nothing special, and not much meat for the $20 price tag. Definitely…read morefeels overpriced for what you get. Seating is limited, mostly outside, service was basic, and the space is cramped, but good for people watching. It's more of a quick grab-and-go spot than a sit-down meal. Not terrible, but I would rather get more for my money.