My husband and I went there recently got New Years. It was our first time and we were very pleased and will be back. I had not heard of it before and they had early reservations for NYE so we lucked out. It is right on the main beach road in Cape May. Everything from the app, to entrees to dessert was great. And it is BYO with is a plus. Will definitely be back. read more

Chef Pete goes all the way to make the food perfect. Serves is a 10 Brandon and Corinne make it work and are amazing together. Location you can't ask for more your right across from the beach front . Our favorite appetizers are pork belly, Mac & Cheese poppers the salad, entrees are the pork chop and the chicken. All of it is good if your in town give it a try And the take credit cards read more

Best affordable eats fit for a foodie on a budget! We arrived at YB Eat Place around noon. The hostess/waitress was very kind to run over to George's (their other restaurant) to make change for the parking meter (Yes, you need quarters to street park. ALSO CASH ONLY (but who cares?)). The waitress was very friendly and made great recommendations. I eat mostly gluten-free so I was avoiding anything with grain. I heard great things about their fries cooked in duck fat, so we went those for an appetizer (and OMAGAH they were so worth it). They call them "Carbs" on the menu. The fries come in small or large - both portions are huge. Definitely worth it! For our main meal I had the spicy grilled cod (AMAZING) on a bed of greens topped with guacamole. The waitress offered a new honey mustard dressing they were trying out. It was very yum as well! The chef and owner is a 29 year old entrepreneur who worked under the likes of Stephan Starr in Philadelphia. He was also featured on the show "Chopped." His brother owns George's place down the street. Anyways, we will be returning on our next visit. I will be recommending this place to all my friends. What a great meal for an affordable price. Breakfast and Lunch ($10-$15 range) and dinner ($15-$20 range). UNBELIEVABLE FOR THE QUALITY! read more

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We were deciding between this place and George's place. After reviewing the menu, I definitely wanted to eat at YB's. We realized after standing in the restaurant for 2 minutes that the two establishments are connected since the staff were wearing black t-shirts printed with George's Place on them. It was 2pm on a weekday and we were immediately seated. Decor is simple modern; mostly Ikea furnishings. Luckily there was a spot in the back for us to park our stroller. If it were any busier it might have been difficult to maneuver in between the tables and chairs. There was only one server and busboy working at the time. The server managed to get to all the tables in a timely manner, was attentive and very polite. For our lunch, I ordered the sesame tuna salad and hubby had the Mahi Mahi BLT with duck fat fries. For some reason our order took a really long time and the server came to apologize about that. Not sure what happened but when I finally received my salad it was clear that it was sitting around for about 10 mins. The greens were overdressed plus it was wilted and warm -- not how i like my salad but didn't want to bother sending back since we waited a while. The dish was still redeemable since the dressing was tasty and the tuna portion generous and fresh. The Mahi Mahi BLT sounded good in concept but was actually difficult to eat as a sandwich. The cheesy sourdough bread is thick cut and the melted cheese on top makes it messy to hold, in addition all the inside elements were too slick to hold together. Adding fries to the sandwich instead of chips was $2. They don't give you a lot but it was enough. The fries were yummy. Crispy on the outside and tender inside but they did not taste any different from regular french fries. We've had duck fat fries from APDC in Montreal and these were not even similar. Overall, quality of food was quite good but they could work on execution. Lunch prices are very reasonable for a beach front restaurant with interesting options; for that I give an extra star. read more

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We loved their Lobster brunch so much we went back a second day in a row! Cozy and cute ambience. We got the lobster scramble, lobster flatbread, and lobster Benedict (twice!). Cauliflower with tater tots come as a side with the entrees and they're so good! read more

The YB - Lobster Benedict - New American Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

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Where do I start, the location is perfect but that's not what makes this place so amazing. Loved the cozy vibe. Started with some mushroom soup which was so delicious. I had the Chilean sea bass, was so perfectly done and the sauce with the potatoes were delicious! My wife had the dorade fish and it was superb. We shared a chocolate decadence cake and an expresso. The service was so warm and friendly. The background music added to the whole experience read more

Went here for a nice dinner with my wife. Very very happy with our decision. I called around 4:30 and got a reservation for 6. We got there a little early and were seated right away. The waitress was friendly and helpful with the menu choices. We started off with the W.T.F appetizer , very good. Even my wife enjoyed it and she doesn't like watermelon. For dinner I had the steak frites, it was a big rib eye over duck fries. Loved it, cooked good and didnt take long. They're is no dessert menu but trust me. You'll be to full to want it. Can't think of anything I didn't like. read more

The YB - Rib eye on duck fries - New American Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Younger Brother of George's restaurant which I love so I needed to try YB. We had a fabulous meal. Cobb salads all around and ice tea. Fresh ingredients and I loved the dressing. This place is really great and will return soon. read more

I walk in with my two sons and they tell me "they don't serve kids". My sons are 6 and 3 and don't eat off the children's menu. When I ask the hostess why she explains that they don't have high chairs or a kids menu. When I pressed her she responded that it was "what the managers told her to say". Absolute nonsense. I will tell the other families with us on vacation not to patronize them. read more

Great option for celiac / gluten free. THEY HAVE GF MAC AND CHEESE POPPERS!! Wow, yum. Also enjoyed the duck (GF) and crab cakes (non GF side). Great service. Did we mention BYOB?! read more

Food was good. I would recommend the spicy feta with pita. Duck proportion was very small for what you pay. If you order the crab cakes, be prepared for them to be very deeply fried. Flavorful chicken, truffle fries, and green beans. Service was awful. After having the spicy feta my cup was not refilled since the first time it was placed on the table. I was parched throughout the whole meal until asking for a refill. Advice and knowledge on the food being served was little to none. Our plates were not cleared after we finished and we were abruptly handed our check. Food was good but not worth coming back for due to the whole experience. read more

Small restaurant right on Beach Ave, so naturally the menu is focused on seafood, but the land based options are also done well. Good service on a quiet night. read more

We went to YB for dinner during their fall/winter menu and we were not disappointed! We were recommended the pork belly and YES get the pork belly (So Crispy!!)! It is a small appetizer but it really was the most delicious item we had that night! The short rib taco appetizer was tasty but a little meat heavy and not as flavorful compared to the pork belly. I had the pan seared duck entree which I recommend if you ever wanted to try duck! My brother has the Moroccan lamb which was tasty as well! I highly recommend a reservation even during the covid era during the winter season in Cape May, it's a small venue and with social distancing tables fill up. It is on the pricier side and don't be like us and not bring your own bottle of wine (there's a wine/liquor store in the commons where you can pick up a bottle in your way). Overall, I would definitely go back as a nice trendy place to have dinner! read more

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My husband and I stopped into The YB for breakfast on a Saturday morning, and our meal was excellent! There were only about 3 other tables with customers dining at the time, so at first we were hesitant to try this place out, but it really is such a hidden gem amongst all the other expensive (and surprisingly subpar) restaurants in the area. We had the "$8 beachfront unlimited breakfast", which is essentially their all you can eat breakfast menu, and there were so many choices to choose from. We ended up deciding on the french toast to share, and an omelet each - YUM! I'd definitely recommend YB to everyone visiting the Cape May area. Delicious food, and great service - the $8 unlimited breakfast menu also keeps it very affordable. Just keep in mind that like many places in Cape May, it is cash only, and there are some protein side options and drinks which are not included in the unlimited breakfast which you will need to purchase at an additional cost, should you choose to do so. UPDATE: It's now $9 for the beachfront unlimited breakfast, but just as delicious as ever. Worth that, and much more! Also, they have a kid's price - "Kid's Under 6...$6", so I'm not sure why the reviewer below said that they don't serve kids. They most definitely do, and there are kids in here right now eating with us. What they don't offer however are high chairs, so either bring your stroller in or a portable high chair if your child cannot yet sit in a standard chair. read more

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This place is great. Great location, great food, great prices. Love this place! We will be back.

We decided to try it out dinner (take out), it was ok. Ordered ahead but still had to wait a while, super crowded with all the people on the street. Plus side they had online ordering. read more

I have Celiac Disease and need to eat gluten free. There are MANY options here and the waitstaff are knowledgeable. Mac and cheese bites are GF and fried in a safe fryer! A Celiac's DREAM! I had those, the WTF salad and the Steak Frites. All delicious and I did not get sick. This place is BYOB. read more

A wonderful evening at YB with our party of 8 on New Year's eve. The food was excellent, the service was outstanding, and the staff was very friendly. Even the chef came out to see if a couple of our meals were prepared well. read more

Safe and delicious dining experience wile in Cape May on a recent summer weekend. The cod was outstanding and my husband's steak (with crab cake on the side) was out of this world. I liked his green beans so much that I ordered my own as an afterthought. Service was attentive. Sadly I didn't know it was BYOB but water refills were frequent. Plan ahead with a reservation and asked to be seated away from the ice cream shop next door - the line snakes out the door and so families/kids hover nearby while you're trying to dine in peace. read more

Great ambiance and the food was both innovative and delicious! No children under 6 years old after 6pm rule. Cash only. Our favorites were the Mac & Cheese Poppers, DDD Turkey, and Tiramisu Cannoli Cake! read more

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Best high quality dish in cape may, Pork belly amazing, scallops delicious, cod with wasabi very impressive, duck breast with peach sauce is great combination for sweet sauce lovers. read more

Good little breakfast spot. Beware it's CASH ONLY. Everything was $8 dollars. We ordered the Eggs Benedict which came with bacon not Canadian Bacon. Different. They did put enough Hollandaise sauce which it needed. We also ordered an omelet and the veggies were very good. The French Toast stole the show. I could've eaten half a loaf. No,really but I'm getting bikini ready.Lol. The only downside is that I wanted sautéed onions on my hash browns. I was told the kitchen was too busy. Maybe it's me(read my review for Coastal Blue). The service was good. Recommend(BYOOnions) read more

The YB - The vibe. - New American Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Cash only, at a pretty expensive restaurant. I found this out when I went to pay with my credit card- They told me "It's written on the menu"- yeah, on the BACK of it in the corner in teeny tiny letters. Not cool if you're charging at least $20 for an entree. They did not apologize. read more

The YB - They tell me that cash only was "written on the menu"- yeah, on the BACK of it in teeny tiny letters. - New American Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

I wish I could give a review. When we arrived with a reservation we were turned away because we had a child under 6 years old. Nowhere on the Yelp site or the restaurant's web site does it say that they don't serve children under 6 years old. It was obviously a struggle to find another restaurant to eat at on a Sunday night In Cape May. In a resort city this would obviously something to hi-light both places. read more

A hidden gem along Beach Ave in Cape May. Upon walking in you get the hip foodie vibe where you know the kitchen is going all out to make every dish as memorable as possible. For instance, my wife's grilled shrimp entree featured not only perfectly spiced shellfish atop a seasoned polenta creation, but the inclusion of smoky and spicy kale was the perfect counterpoint. My seared sesame tuna was prepared perfectly and came on a bed of soba noodles flecked with watermelon and thin slices of cucumber. You really get the sense that the chef is going all out on every dish s/he turns out. And to top it off, the pricing is quite reasonable by Cape May standards. BYOB too. read more

The YB - New American Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

My my and I were so pleased that we decided to have dinner here. The server Emily treated us like family and very knowledgeable of the food choices. We can't wait to come back to Cape May and bring family and friends along to enjoy The YB. Thank you! read more

I have been going to YB for years now every time we go to Cape May. On this last trip we did the lobster brunch. The food is excellent and the choices are sure to satisfy everyone's palette in your group. The place was empty this morning which means a lot of people do not know about what great brunch food they have at a reasonable price which is what compelled me to write my review. There are few places in Cape May that you can get food at this quality and a good size portion for the price point. Sounds like people already know about their dinners as they are full but for the smart foodie the breakfast here is a real score. Highly recommend!!! read more

Great food. Maybe because I went closer to closing time or because YB is limiting their capacity, the service was quick and efficient unlike some of the reviews here. Highly recommend here for unique menu. It is BYOB. Also unsure if YB temporarily changed policy, they accepted credit cards. They are located on a fairly busy street. read more

(This rating is purely based on the food, regardless of my comments around service/decor). This restaurant was highly recommended to me so I made a reservation for my girlfriend and me. The dining room is dark; dark walls, dark carpet, dark table cloths, and cheap decor on the walls. It's the sort of "Live, laugh, love" type of stuff you'd get from Target. Not a huge deal, but this is not what one would expect from expensive "modern American cuisine" as described on their website. We started with the bacon wrapped scallops. They're not actually wrapped in bacon, it's just a piece of bacon lying on top of each scallop. The bacon was overcooked, and the scallops were slightly overcooked. Overall flavor was not bad, so I still had hope for the entrees. My girlfriend got the Ribeye special ($50) and I got the herb crusted chicken ($26). No steak knife for the steak. Obviously has nothing to do the the quality of the food, but if you get a $50 steak you expect a steak knife. The temperature of the steak was correct, medium-rare. Flavor was not bad but it was soggy (no sear at all) and the fat was not rendered down, so my girlfriend had to trim the fat as she ate it. The side of mashed potatoes were good, and the side of green beans had good flavor, but they were cold. I received the chicken. The only praise I can give here is the side of asparagus. They were crispy and really tasty. The "smashed potatoes" on the side were actually just sliced roasted potatoes; what you'd get as home fries at any diner. The chicken was overcooked, dry, and under seasoned. It seems like they tried to crisp up the skin, but it was still soggy. I didn't experience a crust despite the name of the dish. I can only give this rating based on the food I had on the night I had it, so of course take this review with a grain of salt, but my experience was very underwhelming. I think YB get's away with it's Philly/NYC "modern American cuisine" prices because it's by the beach. Unfortunately the quality of the food and service do not translate like the prices do. read more

What can I say YB's food was great. I had the bacon bleu omelette . It's was delish . Then we ordered blueberry pancakes which we shared and all of that was $8. Oh did I mention the menu is unlimited food. You just pay addition for your drinks. Thanks Peter (the owner)for being so cool and hospitable. His staff also very cool, Drago was our waiter. (Hope I spelt it right). Did I mention, it was hot outside and Carrie served us water before we were even seated. We really had a great time. Thank you to the whole YB team. Note: this is a cash carry Restaurant. Paying cash was not a issue. If you are reading this before going, at least now you know to come prepared. read more

3.5 stars. My husband really enjoyed his dish, but I found my sea bass to be a bit chewy. The flavor was really nice so maybe it was just the piece of fish I got. Big portions which I appreciate for the price. Service was a little spotty, but overall, a generally enjoyable dinner. read more

My teenage son and I happened to stumble across this little gem in Cape May by chance. We stopped in for lunch mid July 2017. Fresh brewed cold green tea was a thirst quencher. The boy ordered grilled cheese which was as he described "to-die-for" the combo of cheese & bacon made it a winner. My sammy was grilled Mahi BLT minus the T (not a fan of the tomato) The fish was cooked perfectly & the buttered bread gave it a crispy finish. Ahh the Duck Fat Fries. We worship them. Amazing. Crispy yet creamy inside and no greasy taste. Stop by for lunch and you won't be sorry. My boney fanny could have used a cushion on the medal chair but thats NO reason not to return. Enjoy YB- we sure did . read more

The YB - perfection grill cheeses with bacon and duck fat fries. Mmmm - New American Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

Decent services and the skirt steak was tasty. However the swordfish tacos were not so great as they taste so sweet. But most of all the restaurant smells like an old house. Won't come back. Sorry read more

The YB - Swordfish tacos! Looked good But it tasted like they added tons of sugar to it. - New American Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

This was our first time at Y.B. What a great experience! The service was awesome, the atmosphere was great...and the food was the best! I would recommend anyone that's in the Cape May area visit this restaurant. 10 out of 10! read more

The YB - New American Near Me - Cape May, New Jersey

My family went to Younger Brother (YB) this last week and had an amazing time. From seafood to steak to vegetarian options, we all LOVED the food and the service. Beautiful presentation of food and the tastes were truly high quality. I highly recommend!!! read more

Went here for the all you can eat breakfast and it was awesome. The chorizo scramble was amazing, but the french toast with strawberries and hazelnut whipped cream was what really stood out at YB. For $8 all you can eat breakfast that's also delicious... you can't beat it. read more

I came here with my family while vacationing in Cape May and we had a lovely dinner. One of my favourite aspects of this little place is that it's BYOB. A laid back atmosphere this restaurant is intimate and a lovely place for a nice meal. Unfortunately you get beach town prices but I would rate the food as a step up for a beach town and comparable to a decent weekday type restaurant in a city. The service here was great, the waitresses worked hard to make sure we were well taken care of. I had the special and it was very tasty, I will definitely be coming back here on my next trip to Cape May. read more

Thank you, YB, for offering great food during all of the COVID closures! You has already been a favorite restaurant of mine, but I so appreciated the option of great, non-bar food for takeout while everything was closed. Keep doing what you're doing - It's appreciated! read more

Perfection! I completely loved it the both times I was here. Most recently I enjoyed the herb crusted chicken with veggies and my mother enjoyed the crab cakes with pesto couscous. Both plates were wonderful, especially the crab cakes (I'm really not a fish eater- so this is a BIG deal). They are so polite, clean and accommodating. It is BYOB and cash only so be prepared. OH and the dessert was DELICIOUS. It was a Oreo cookie Belgium waffle with light nutella mouse and cookie shavings. Pros: amazing food, great service and fresh ingredients Cons: a little dark in there & limited seating Lastly definitely make an RSVP as this place is small and can fill up quickly. OVERALL: I would go back read more

Off-season visit on a cold and blustery night, but this place was warm and welcoming. I loved my scallops and my husband had a nice steak special. We brought our own wine to round out a nice meal. Anxious to come back for brunch. read more