I feel a little bad writing this since it's clearly a local hotspot and probably dear to many who…read morelive here. But as someone who isn't from the area (more familiar with Stone Harbor/Cape May), I'm speaking strictly about the food and I'd say it was pretty average. The pancakes, bacon, and eggs just didn't hit the mark. The pancakes were heavy and tasted like they'd either soaked up too much oil or weren't fresh, and the eggs definitely weren't cooked medium-well as ordered (as you can see in the photo). Nothing was outright terrible, but nothing really stood out as good either. On the positive side, the staff and service were excellent, and the prices are very affordable. So if you're hungover or feeding a big family on a budget, this place makes sense. But if you're visiting from out of town and used to spots like Uncle Bill's, this won't really compare. Locals may know the best dishes to order here, but for me, the basics just weren't very good.

I believe I will never eat another blueberry unless it's in a Gilchrist pancake…read more Best pancakes I've had in a long time and the blueberries make it complete. Did have the scrapple. Only ate half. Worried about that heart attack. Great place.

Can I get a $uck yes!? This is THE spot...vibes, food, customer service and byob hitting every…read morethreshold possible.

Velo is a casual local BYOB cafe in Ventnor that offers breakfast & brunch. I visited on a weekend…read morefor brunch & enjoyed it very much. They're only 2 blocks from the beach, so only street parking is available. There's a nice variety of breakfast & lunch options. I had the Orale Benedict which has chorizo on top of a slice of sweet potato instead of an English muffin. My poached eggs were a little under but I still enjoyed it. It came with salad or fruit. I opted for the salad & thought the vinaigrette was fresh & tasty. Service was prompt & friendly. I also liked that they brought out an ice bucket for my sparkling wine. They also have specialty coffee drinks that I'll have to try next time because I will definitely be back!

Late on writing this since we visited Hannah G's back in August 2025. Would recommend as we had a…read morepleasant experience and a delicious breakfast. There are a ton of great options at Hannah G's. And yes, they get busy and crowded - but the service was incredibly fast and the quality of the food did not suffer. Weather permitting, you can opt to eat outside as well. Ventnor has a lot of places to eat, but I would go back to see what else Hannah G's has to offer!

Hannah G's is still a breakfast/lunchtime on favorite Absecon in Ventnor, NJ!! Been a customer…read moresince 2004 and they offer gluten free options and delicious breakfast options to please all your friends & family! In warmer weather seating outdoors is also a plus!

I have driven past this place so many times and regret that it took me until two weeks ago to stop…read moreby and try it. It's very cute inside with some tables and counter type areas at the window. The people working there were very friendly and helpful both times we had gone so far. We got some scones which were huge and all unbelievably delicious. We tried 5 different types and devoured all of them. Frankly, we couldn't decide which one was our favorite. Also, we are huge coffee people and their seasonal specials were amazing. One time we had an iced s'mores latte and a snickerdoodle latte and the next time we both got peppermint mocha iced lattes. So good!!! Definitely stop by and give this place a try!

While waiting for the 50th Downbeach Seafood Festival. We stopped at this local Gem that the…read morelocal worship and for good reason. First the ambiance and outdoor seating a real classic Coffee House look and feel. Secondly, their small batch roast offer and breakfast pastries superb. The service was also very good considering the long line of customers waiting outside the Cafe to be served!

I had a onion with fried egg. It was delicious , the bagel was full of onion and a generous…read moreamount of butter. The service was excellent, and restaurant was clean.

Listen Ive been a local customer for 10 years ever since the original owners sold the place to the…read morenew owners its been straight garbage and trash. Staff is beyond weak in customer service as well all just children working and like 2 old people.. they continue to mess up cheap and expensive orders and then tell you its not their fault that it is yours what type of service is that... if you did wrong on the order and us customers confront you about it how about be like ok come back and we will give u a fresh one sorry for the mix up not oh thats not our fault then tells us to come in and buy a whole fresh one for the same price not free of replacement from wrong doing. As said im a local 10 yr customer and I swear on life im NEVER EVER EVER EVER going back to them they will NEVER get a dollar from me EVER again..... Save yourselves the headache we have better breakfast morning spots here other then this shit hole. Good luck to you're pockets, headache, and stomach.

Isabella's in Ventnor has always been one of our favorite spots, so we were excited to try their…read morenewly opened sister property, Isabella's AC Café. Our lunch was fantastic and showed the same quality and care we love from the original location. The décor is beautiful and the staff is outstanding. You can feel the attention to detail in everything they do. The food is fresh, simply seasoned and consistently delicious. I ordered the Shrimp Avocado Salad and it was excellent. The grape tomatoes were sweet, the spring mix was abundant, and the grilled shrimp were seasoned perfectly. Some of the best shrimp flavor I have had so far. I chose the chipotle dressing and it was delicious. My husband had the Steak Sandwich on focaccia with grilled onions, grilled mushrooms and grilled tomatoes. Outstanding. The fries were fresh, flavorful and not greasy. He also loved their Mexican hot chocolate made from scratch. A must every time. Parking is street and metered so you do have to pay, but it is easy and convenient. It is always nice to see Dolfino and his wife Lupay. They greet everyone warmly and make you feel welcome the moment you walk in. This was our first visit to the new AC Café location and it was a great experience from start to finish. Isabella's continues to deliver quality, care and consistency. We will definitely be back.

We love this gem of a local breakfast and lunch spot in Ventnor, NJ. The food is amazing, service…read moreimpeccable and ambiance is comforting and warm. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

Small, intimate and family all in one. The food is excellent, creative and mouthwatering…read more This is a chef who loves his work and a staff who loves their chef. As a result it is a fun, warm hearted and perfect experience. A simple walk down the boardwalk to some of the best food on the island.

5 stars to our waitress Donna for her constant positive energy and smile. This cute spot…read moreoverlooking the beach is super popular but wasn't busy in this cloudy April morning. The breakfast sandwich with avocado, cheese and sausage was grilled with buttery rye bread. The healthy choice for poached eggs and fruit was not prepared right the first time. Donna quickly took the eggs back and returned them perfectly cooked. I was not a fan of the potatoes . They needed more seasoning . Be sure to make a reservation especially in season.

We were looking for a quick breakfast place by the beach and my friend suggested Ozzie's. She'd…read moreeaten there before with someone who lives locally and frequents the little cafe. I was a bit skeptical after reading some of the recent reviews, and decided to just order a toasted sesame bagel with cream cheese. My partner, on the other hand, was not influenced at all by the negative posts, and ordered cheesy scrambled eggs and pancakes. I should have listened to my partner, the pancakes were light and fluffy and the cheesy eggs were cooked perfectly. My bagel was nice and deeply toasted, which I like, served with the best.... Philadelphia Cream Cheese. I noted a nice crowd for a Saturday brunch - and the dishes all looked appetizing. My concerns were alleviated completely; Ozzie's was great for brunch; I wish I had ordered the pancakes! I also wanted to mention the excellent service.

Back from their winter break just in time for Valentine's Day. Their juices are so fresh. We always…read moreget Kitchen Magic, with the best bagels in town. The wait staff has been steady for years which tells me it's a great place to work. So friendly, they remember us after months away. We love the diner look, quality silverware, the chairs are padded and comfortable. Always fresh flowers.

What an amazing atmosphere inside Johnny's. Beautiful set tables and excellent staff…read more We stopped in for breakfast and had an enjoyable meal. Eggs, bacon, potatoes and toast for me; steak and eggs for my husband, which he said was very tasty. Food was very good, everything arrived hot on our plates. Our waitress was very attentive. Cost was reasonable considering we were down the shore. Ambiance was wonderful, even though we were there for breakfast. I can imagine lunch and dinner time, it would be as well. Menu was very detailed and expansive enough for anyone dining there. Pricing was acceptable, considering one is at a shore location. Definitely will hit up Johnny's for lunch or dinner next time we are in Margate.

What a fun happy hour! We came ready to try everything on menu…read moreChad was a helpful and friendly waiter and he filled our four top with all the delicious sounding apps. The winners were the chili Thai Brussels, and the mussels in a spicy red sauce . The potions are huge and we over ordered! The drinks were generous pours of various martinis with Stoli vodka . We are packing our to go boxes with buffalo wings, two pizzas and the meatball salad . Do not hesitate to return !

Got two pastrami reubens for takeout and they absolutely hit the spot! Will definitely be a…read morelunchtime staple moving forward.

I think the majority of low reviews are coming from visitors who can't appreciate this classic…read moremargate staple. It isn't trendy or overly friendly. You don't come here to snap Instagram pics. It's a deli offering the classic staples. Menu and interior haven't been updated in at least 20 years. Deal with it or eat elsewhere. Sorry not sorry! I absolutely LOVE coming to downbeach when I'm visiting home. Best Rueben on the island and of course I enjoy the classic breakfast staples on offer. But I never leave without grabbing some goodies from the bakery. The Jewish apple cake is probably my favorite in the world. It's always super moist and very sweet. I also love the rugelach and hamantaschen! If Jewish deli is what you want, you won't leave disappointed. The price tag is hearty but the portions more or less fit the bill. The servers are efficient and pleasant enough but keep your expectations in check. And unlike most Margate eateries, DD has parking!