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The Pier House
The Pier House is a contemporary oceanfront restaurant situated at the north end of Beach Drive in fashionably cultured Cape May & nestled between the banks of the Atlantic Ocean & the genteel La Mer Inn.
Open throughout the year, the Pier House serves breakfast, lunch & dinner & offers a classy cocktail lounge featuring global wines, luscious libations & an open terrace dinning area overlooking nothing but the ocean. Indulge yourself in a sophisticated yet comfortable setting & explore a gastronomic symphony of Mediterranean inspired flavors that will intoxicate the senses & be savored. Discover the Pier House Restaurant in Cape May.
"Setting the Mood with Food"
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Open throughout the year, the Pier House serves breakfast, lunch & dinner & offers a classy cocktail lounge featuring global wines, luscious libations & an open terrace dinning area overlooking nothing but the ocean. Indulge yourself in a sophisticated yet comfortable setting & explore a gastronomic symphony of Mediterranean inspired flavors that will intoxicate the senses & be savored. Discover the Pier House Restaurant in Cape May.
"Setting the Mood with Food"
56 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 56 reviews
5 stars
(30)
4 stars
(21)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(24)
- special occasion(20)
- scenic view(17)
- neighborhood gem(16)
- notable wine list(12)
- romantic(10)
The Pier House Reviews List
Review 1 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best restaurant in Cape May
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We eat there every time we vacation in Cape May. It's the best."
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 2 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
terrific!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very busy on a Sat. p.m.....but when we did get to our table had wonderful service...and wine was gratis as we had to wait....we were treated to an engagement...on his knees and all! Very noisy, but excellent food....am sure it's less so when the outside dining is available. Not sure if we'll ever get back to Cape May, but if so, we'll certainly put this restaurant on our list! We have suggested it to others."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I nice dinner. The restaurant was very busy, which we were glad to see. Our server was very good. Our food was nicely presented and very good. We'll go back again."
Dined on 5/18/2013
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Review 4 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great night out
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"While the noise level was a little high in the dining room when we arrived, it got better as the night went on. Nice selection of choices, good wine list, great presentation of meals and the food was very good! Very comfortable room and nice mix of customers. It wasn't your usual Cape May crowd - might have more to do with the time of year than anything else. Can't remember our waiters name, a man about 40 or so, but service was excellent!! When leaving for the evening, we went through the bar and there was a very lively scene in that room that looked like a lot of fun. Would definitely return and plan on doing so this summer."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 5 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Special occasion Greek restaurant.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Special occasion Greek restaurant. Definitely not your usual Greek Diner fare. Nice bar."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 6 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
This was always one of our
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was always one of our favorites in Cape May but this time, maybe because it was "off season", wasn't as good as we remember it. Everything was just OK except the service which as always was wonderful. We will be back but like I said the salmon was overcooked and my husbands steak was also overcooked. The asparagus were as big as tree branches and very undercooked. So like you can see was so hit or miss with everything. OH and the bread and hummus was delicious. We will go there again and give it another try. Waiter was terrific!!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
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Review 7 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was great and the restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was great and the restaurant itself was very nice. Our server was very nice also."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 8 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The menu offers so many variables,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The menu offers so many variables, every one of which we have tasted has been truly delicious and delightful in presentation. The wait staff is well-versed in their kitchen's capability and is most thoughtful and considerate when it comes to the diner's likes or dislikes. Your dining pleasure is obviously important to the establishment."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2009
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Review 9 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent Greek-oriented food;
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent Greek-oriented food; pretty interior; quiet even with a family party going on. Varied menu; octopus appetizer excellent and lots of "meat"; bronzino slightly over-cooked and perhaps waiter should have de-boned it, but quite tasty. have recommended it highly to our tenants of our rental unit for the summer."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2009
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Review 10 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food and cozy bar !
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great restaurant across from the beach! (located right near La Mer motel)We loved the food! The calamari with the three dipping sauces was really delicious along with the grilled octopus. Veal chop was very large and quite tasty! Nice portion size for $42. Pasta with chicken and sausage was spicy and very flavorful! Wine selections were great. Service was wonderful. Our waitress was very helpful in ordering our entrees and extremely attentive.Dessert...we had the chocolate chip creme ball ....deliciousThey also have a great bar...small but cozy! Will definitely go back again"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, late-night find
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Review 11 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
All 6 of us enjoyed our meals.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"All 6 of us enjoyed our meals. The appetizers alone are worth the trip! We all had fish dishes and each dish was well prepared and a generous portion. The sea bass may have been the favorite dish after taste testing, but every meal was tasty and would be recommended. Looking forward to our next visit!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 12 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious food, but portions
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious food, but portions are absurdly large."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
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Review 13 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We loved the atmosphere and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We loved the atmosphere and the food. We had a great time and we would definitely return to the Pier House."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 14 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
an excellent Greek restaurant with
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had not been to the location since it was The Water's Edge. We enjoy Greek food, which dominates the menu. It was very quiet on a Sunday night in March, but the bar noise drifted in to interfere with the pleasant Greek music in the background. We enjoyed the calimari, chicken souvlaki and lamb shank; the food was good, the supporting vegetables excellently prepared, and the portions quite large. We will return to enjoy something from the varied fish menu."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 15 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice place, average food ...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is an attractive restaurant with an interesting menu. We enjoyed the fried calamari appetizer with its dipping sauce trio. I made the mistake of ordering the flash fried flounder, also with a sauce trio. It was over done and too much fried food & repetition for me in one night. My husband’s lamb shank was disappointing and ‘just ordinary, not particularly tender or tasty.’ He said he ‘could've had better at home.’ Flattering for me yes but when we drop $160 on dinner, which would’ve been better spent on groceries for a week, we're not after ordinary - we want special. My husband says we’re not going back. Well-timed, friendly service."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
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Review 16 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great food great bartender
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"great food great bartender jason will be back"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This restaurant has replaced
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This restaurant has replaced The Blue Pig as our favorite year round eatery!"
Dined on 02/28/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our new favorite restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our new favorite restaurant in Cape May!"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 19 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We live in Cape May and The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"We live in Cape May and The Pier House is our "go-to" restaurant for special occasions and visitors we like to impress. The service is always understated and excellent. The food is superb and special. We like the Mediterranean style food. We always have the watermelon/feta salad and vary our entrees to match our moods. We always make a reservation and never need to wait for a table. It is comfortable with a tables and booths. We are never rushed. It's our favorite place. And you can find parking easily."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service was awesome! Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was awesome! Food was great!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 21 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We enjoyed our Valentines
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We enjoyed our Valentines Dinner. It was great to have the watermelon and feta appetizer in the middle of winter, and the crab mangotini was spectacular. The crab cakes and Chilean sea bass were perfect. I absolutely love that the menu has stayed consistent over the last six years. Will always return for special occasions."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 22 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Pier House is by far one
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Pier House is by far one of the best, if not, the best restaurant in Cape May. The food is outstanding and the service is impeccable. It's one of our favorite spots."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 23 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is one of my boyfriends
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is one of my boyfriends and myselfs favorite resturant, the food is unbelieveably good and the servers and the bartender are so pleasant and accomadating, there isnt anyone in that place that isnt nice. The hostess is a doll. We are always treated with the most respect, also in the summer try the outside garden, you will think you are on vacation in the islands somewhere.. also try the watermelon salad yummy cant say enough about this place and their staff, its a winner in my book over and over...one more thing portions are huge.."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
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Review 24 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Place for Dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My experience at the Pier House was overall very good. From the moment I walked through the door I was greeted with a friendly hello and smiles all around. They have a cozy and quaint little bar with several small booths around it. The food was excellent in both taste and presentation.
My only criticism about my dinning experience would be how bright the main dinning room was. The outside lights that shine on the exterior of the building bleed into the main dinning room killing any ambiance. In hind sight, I should have sat in the booths near the bar where it was much darker and cozier."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 25 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
fanstatic cape may restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"we loved our visit, once again, to the pier house. you have to try the kalamari (yes, spelled with a "k" and the macho tuna. those are just two of the amazing appetizers. My ph balance dinner of filet and a tempura lobster tail were to die for delicious! Service was excellent as well. I cannot wait to go back."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 26 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Carl Accardi our server is
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Carl Accardi our server is the best in cape may....always friendly staff and accommodating. One of the best restaurants in Cape May."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 27 for The Pier House
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I found out about the Pier
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I found out about the Pier House while looking for a place to celebrate my Dad's birthday; it is not that easy in a resort town in January, from Open Table. I am so glad to know about it! The service was great attentive and the food was great. My only complaint was that it was loud."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Pier House
Based on the average of (29) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
2 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic