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Nice new CFA that has been open a little more than a year. I've seen my fair share of CFA…read morelocations and while I would never say that any of them are lookers in terms of design over the years the stores have been modified and, like the service you normally receive here, they are masterclasses of simple efficiency. This store is well placed close to route 9, the AC Expressway and the Blackhorse Pike. Even though we came on a weekday during a prime dinner hour there was not the usual site that I've grown to expect with a line of cars wrapped around the store's drive thru window. While there were a few cars in line, the main draw for some reason was dining in. The parking lot was filled and trying to find a space was a mess. We had to schlep over to the neighboring Wal-Mart lot to find a space. Not Cool. The things we do for chicken. #1 #4 #5 #9 If you're a connoisseur of CFA then I don't need to explain to you what those numbers translate to on the menu board. All items were rendered as expected with the two highlights being the lack of hard end grizzle on the regular nugs and instead of the usual single pickle on the #1, there were five! (I don't eat pickles so I'm not sure why I just threw that exclamation point in there) Two sidebar observations: 1. I had to laugh at the placement of the staff's ServSafe certificates. They're all together under a glass case hanging on the wall next to the bathroom entrance doors. There really must be a better place than that. 2. I'm not a big fan of the new motion sensor trash bins that are appearing at CFA's. My local store does not have them yet and from talking to the staff there are no plans to get them any time soon but I've seen them now here and at two locations in VA. I feel as someone who is not garden gnome short, the door slot is placed too low and the design equals less capacity than a traditional container. With how busy these places get you need more capacity not less capacity. When I went to throw out our trash I had to call an employee over to dump the inner bin which was filled and got stuck trying to compact itself but couldn't. Ironically the same thing happened to me at a different CFA in VA last month. Overall the store was clean, the food was fresh, the food was hot and it was delivered quickly. There is nothing sexy about what CFA does but what they do is shockingly consistent and that's why they are the envy of the fast food industry.

I love me some Chick-fil-A. However this was not good. Fries were rather soggy. So was the…read morechicken sandwich. Basically I didn't like it. This is possibly the first time I didn't like Chick-fil-A.

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McDonald's

2.0(77 reviews)

2.1 mi

This McDonald's is definitely a tourist trap lol. It's conveniently located right by the exit when…read moreyou're leaving Atlantic City, so I'm pretty sure us visitors are keeping them in business. That said, it's your typical McDonald's drive-thru experience--quick, hot, and fresh. Nothing special, but it gets the job done if you need a quick bite before heading out of town.

This is a very good McDonald's restaurant in Atlantic city area. It is efficient and clean. They…read moredo not have too many of those around. The food was fresh and even the coffee was pretty decent.

Grinch

Chicken tenders meal

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Tony Luke's

2.9(94 reviews)

1.5 mi

I only review with truth and proof: Not a very good experience for a Labor Day afternoon lunch…read morewhile walking the boardwalk. Garbage overflowing, garbage all over the floor, homeless sleeping on one of the tables, and of all iconic things to order on the menu, they did not have roast pork sandwiches which is exactly why we walked there. Not the Tony Luke's experience I was looking for.

The major reason I went was to get the peach cobbler. They were out of both peach and cherry…read morecobbler. Boo hoo . The barbecue sauce was delicious. I wasn't impressed by the dry rub. The chicken was dry and tough. I got the ice cream dessert since there were no cobblers. The molded chocolate that held the ice cream was good. I wasn't impressed by the ice cream itself. It was pretty tasteless and not as creamy as I would have liked. On top of everything else, I had to pay $15 to park my own car in order to get the food. I did takeout, but the place looked nice. The service was good.

Cheesesteak with fries

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Homeless Haven

Velo Cafe

4.5(149 reviews)

0.8 mi

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!

Interior

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Newly renovated inside

The Queen Bean Bistro

4.6(67 reviews)

0.3 mi

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.

Dining room

Acai Bowl breakfast in ventnor, nj - The Queen Bean Bistro

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Avocado Toast breakfast in ventnor, nj - the queen bean bistro

Hot Dog Tommy's

4.5(306 reviews)

37.4 mi

So good! Messy but worth it! I love the creative options!…read moreThe Tornado is my favorite but have tried plenty of the others...

Another in a long line of great New Jersey hot dog spots. This one has one of the coolest…read morelocations (between the WSM and the ocean). Tried the Black Russian, slaw dog, and junkyard dog. All were great with plenty of flavor on a perfectly cooked dog. Found a bench behind the mall to eat which was a perfect way to end the day. The service was great. The owner greeted us and obviously loves his business. The lady at the register was great too. This is the first stand I've been to where they package the hot dogs in a plastic container which is a great idea. Glad that I stopped and I will definitely be back to try the numerous other combinations.

All beef slaw dog

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Store front

Chickie's & Pete's

3.3(565 reviews)

1.5 mi

We came on Thursday pre-dinner ish They have Happy Hour at…read morethe bar from 4-6 We decide to get wings, shrimp and calamari Everything was delicious. Our bartender Nick was great!

Not sure why the ratings are so low because the service and food were great for us. The seats and…read moretables were dirty upon arrival but staff came and quickly cleaned the area. It's right on the boardwalk facing the water. Beautiful views. I ordered the seafood saute and sweet potato fries. All delicious. No reservations required

Mussels

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White House Subs

4.2(1.6k reviews)

2.0 mi

Came here after lunch plans elsewhere fell through; they were renovating and closed…read more So we stepped next door into the White House. Two bites in and we both decided we were happy the other place was closed. The bread was amazing. The meatballs were tender and flavorful, and the sauce was outstanding. The sandwich was so good I didn't even get upset when I spilled a little sauce on my shirt. We both got the half-sandwich and when they sat it on the table I was blown away. Their half is anyone else's full. Seriously, the sandwiches are huge. We were only in AC to say we've been to New Jersey, so finding such a great local lunch spot was just what we wanted. The service was friendly and they genuinely seemed happy to meet everyone who came in to grab some food. The wall of celebrity photos speak to the notoriety of the White House, and the quality of the food and the service speaks to why celebrities go out of their way to eat there.

Great subs, great prices and a solid atmosphere! 20" subs which really could feed a family of 4!…read more Service 3/5.

Kitchen is right there in the dining room

Handling the White House special

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Checkout.

Tony Beef

4.3(203 reviews)

8.7 mi

Best burger i've ever had, went there on the way back from a wrestling tournament; the atmosphere…read moreis amazing and the service is incredible.

Had the big Schumacher here years ago and looking forward to returning and trying it again. I…read moreremember it being so tasty. Loved the vibe in here as well lots of funny jokes on the wall. Service was prompt. Loved it and can't wait to return

Menu and interior

Steak & Cheese

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Bottle of Root beer

Gyros & Greens

4.6(131 reviews)

6.6 mi

One of the few local places where you can get a gyro, and I was really happy with my order too!read more

Grabbed a gyro for lunch here after taking a relative to the medical imaging place next door. My…read moregyro was perfect. Hot pita, loaded with meat, and ice cold lettuce, tomato & onion. Service was fast and friendly. And the restaurant was clean and comfortable. Definitely recommend.