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    The Rook

    3.4 (25 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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    Glenn S.

    This is the newest restaurant on the island that replaced Goodnight Irene's. They gave the place a full makeover which is a major upgrade to the aesthetics. They have a small outdoor area that features live music on weekends. We waited an hour for a table and it was worth the wait. We were there with a party of 8 and everyone loved the food and cocktails. I had the Sea Serpent smash burger with bacon jam and blue cheese, sriracha aioli and grilled shrimp and it was fabulous as were the steamers.

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    Pat G.

    Former home of Goodnight Irene's is now The Rook. The owners invested heavily and it's become a much nicer venue. But a very different venue. Don't come here looking for Irene's. That time has come and gone. The new space is really nice. Inside boasts multiple beers on tap, friendly bartenders, big TV screens and a fresh clean vibe. Inside though needs some sound absorption. Too many hard surfaces. Put some cushions on walls or ceilings. Outside is a great place to kick back, unwind and cool off after a day at the beach. I wouldn't change a thing except asking the staff to be a little quicker. Talk to customers but respect the crowd you're facing and pour the drinks fast. Don't make me chase you. I'll visit The Rook again in the future after they mature a bit and figure out a few things. For now I'll pass.

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    Jenn C.

    Being a year round resident of Wildwood, I was excited to try The Rook. My family and I frequented Irene's before they sold, and we were hoping to keep this as a weekly place. Unfortunately I don't think it will be that for us. The renovations are mostly good, it feels a little small inside compared to how it was, but I love the choices for flooring and colors. The service was good, Vaughn and another gentleman were running the bar and serving food. Food wise, nothing was bad, but nothing was good enough to have us wanting to come back. The wings were fine, but the blue cheese was very runny and had a strange after taste. The kids smash burger was okay, the fries were good... but neither item was hot. The calamari also was barely warm and very greasy, so only the top layer was crispy at all. Everything needed salt and pepper.

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    Alexandra I.

    We visited The Rook on their second night open, knowing it was a soft opening. When we sat at the outside bar, the bartender immediately let us know what they didn't have yet due to the soft launch, which was super helpful! The updated patio looks great and has plenty of tables and chairs. We stopped in just for a drink this time, but after looking over the dinner menu, we'll definitely be back. The space got a nice refresh and the drinks were good. A little improvement is needed on their "crushes," but we're hopeful that's just a soft opening hiccup.

    The Rook Wildwood now occupies the iconic Goodnight Irenes space on Pacific Ave in Wildwood. The interior looks great; there's a plan to include upstairs dining as well. The menu and staff (both of which were in serious need of an upgrade while in the dying days of Irene's) have been rebooted. The brick oven is still there. We had the wings, tots, and a pizza. All had me wishing that Irene's had closed sooner. The food is good. Only complaint is the pricing for Pacific Ave. $14 crushes, $9 stateside Ice Teas, $6 Miller Lite Cans? Let's not try to pay for the property in the first year guys.

    Stopped in to watch the game and enjoy some cocktails. Our first time here, will definitely be back. Service was excellent.

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    loud, food is mediocr, cooks should stay in the kitchen instead of sitting on the crate outside and smoking - they need the practice

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    Food was delicious! Service was good. They had a packed house. Live entertainment outside was great!

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