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    Dockside Dave’s Seafood Market

    4.4 (26 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Food Trucks
    Closed • 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Stephanie L.

    Seafood market with a pretty solid menu. Seating is limited to the high tops outside. The lobster roll is probably one of the best in the area. The shrimp po boy sandwich was humongous. The only item I ordered where I was slightly disappointed was the New England clam chowder. It had a weird slightly sour taste, couldn't find any clams in it but there was a ton of bacon- just tasted off.

    Cold Lobster Roll $21 - no sides
    Chris B.

    The food was pretty good, for the price, there wasn't much of it, unfortunately. Everything seems to be a la carte and lunch for two people was $70. The lobster rolls were absolutely delicious but really pricey and for a sandwich that small, a side of Cole slaw or chips or fries should be included. The person who took our order was friendly and the food came out quickly. No public restroom and advised to go across the street to CVS definitely not what you expect for a $70 lunch. Comfortable lunch counter under cover outside to eat your food, would return again.

    Dock fries
    Lorena R.

    A business worth supporting! Ryan and the rest of the staff were so friendly and accommodating, even though we came in about half an hour before closing. They never made us feel rushed or like we were inconveniencing them. Great service! Standouts were the dock fries and the clam chowder. The fries were better than we expected and I would go back even just for that. There are a few stools outside at a counter if you want to eat in. Small parking lot so you don't have to worry about where to park. Great place to have/pick up a quick meal or other market items. Will definitely be back next time we're in the area.

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    Bob D.

    Picked up takeout here 3 times during our week long stay. Tons of options, fresh seafood, quick friendly service. Highlights were the cheesesteak, shrimp and steak sandwich .

    Crab cake - AMAZING
    Marcia K.

    Was looking for something quick, not a traditional sit down. The name of restaurant caught my attention, as we list our Dave back in October after a short battle with cancer. Our last family vacation down here was our last time of "normal" so I thought this would be a fitting tribute to him. We ordered clam strips and crab cakes sandwiches. Clam strips were tender and delicious the best I have ever had. And the crab cakes were filled with crab meat, not filler. We ate right in their porch and enjoyed every bite the young man at the counter was so nice. We can't wait to back next year!

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    Retna S.

    I'm surprised that there was no reviews about this place. It's definitely a hidden gem in Cape May. It's basically a seafood market, but it sells produce, chips, and other grocery products. They have lunch menu. Not expansive but the star of the menu is definitely the lobster roll. My husband said it was better than the one in the main eatery in Cape May. The brioche was soft and nicely toasted, good amount of lobster. You can also buy just the lobster salad by the pound. Fried calamari is highly recommended. Great breading, so crunchy and the breading didn't fall apart. It's a family business. Everyone there were so friendly and welcoming. They had huge scallops and big uncooked crab cakes with no filler. Also salmon, shrimps, tuna, and other fish. The gentleman explained the best way to cook it. In the freezer on the right you can find frozen king crab and dungenese crabs. They were very accommodating to my request for putting the scallops in a plastic container instead of plastic bag. You can follow their instagram for the food truck schedule. I recommend this place for seafood, also to support local business. It closes on Mondays

    Kien L.

    Stopped by on a whim and was pleasantly surprised. The place had a nice vibe and everything was well put together. My order came out pretty fast, and it tasted great. Not sure it's a go-to spot for me yet, but I'd definitely come back and try more from the menu.

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    4 months ago

    Great seafood and service. Lobster roll and jumbo lump crab sandwich are well worth the money! Fresh!

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    Great family seafood market. Fresh seafood. Platters. Best scallops & crabcakes. Friendly helpful staff. Good location

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    The crab cakes here are amazing! Great spot to grab some fresh fish or crab cakes to prepare at home.

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    Super friendly people, very good food. Best crabcake this Maryland boy has found in Cape May.

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    Had a lovely Father's Day breakfast here. There are some talented servers and busers working here…read more I have never seen staff carry so many drinks and entrees on a single tray. This is a very efficiently run diner that gives New York vibes from an efficiency standpoint. Really felt like all of the servers understood the assignment. The food was tasty with generous portions and quick refills on coffee.

    Date of Visit: August 2, 2025 8am…read more After a good nights rest, this was a two night stay stop, I went out on a quest to find a breakfast spot. After a stroll to the Washington Street Mall I was on my way back to the motel (The Jetty) and noticed this place was open. It was clean looking from the outside so I decided to give it a try. I was immediately welcomed as I walked in, nice. Looked around to see how the seating arrangements were and notice they had counter seating. Neil like sitting at the counter. A pleasant lady came over and handed me a menu asked what I wanted to drink...orange juice. And the juice came with a glass of water, I needed that and didn't know it. After looking the menu over I chose the western omelette with home fries and rye toast. I must have been one of the first customers of the day cause it wasn't long before I was eating. All I needed was some hot sauce for the home fries and their it was. The portions were generous and toast came out warm just the way I likes it. Cutting into the omelet it was filled, nothing scarce here. I would suggest to get here early, it wasn't long before there was a wait. Not sure if I finished it all but I needed to walk the WS Mall again and work it off. Yes this will be my go to place for breakfast next time in town. Peace.

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    The Lobster House - Oysters, Cape May IPA, + Cape May Lemonade

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    Fabulous meals and phenomenal service. This restaurant is run like a finely tuned watch. Sue and…read moreSharon treated us like their only customers, every request was met with courtesy. Steamed and broiled lobsters, salmon and steak dinners were delicious and plentiful. Thank you for a lovely evening.

    I haven't reviewed this place in awhile. We go eat on the outside deck as a yearly tradition…read more Maybe that's why I give it a higher score.... If you want to sit on the outside deck, you order at the fish market/take out section and wait outside for them to call your number. I think it's a great system. Never have trouble finding an open table. You sit next to the commercial fishing boats so if you're looking for a pretty water view, this isn't it. I had the broiled seafood platter with a baked potato and coleslaw. It came with a decent sized piece of flounder. It was very meaty but not much taste. The 3 shrimp and 2 scallops had good flavor but were small. I liked the deviled clam. My favorite was the crab cake. No filler at all. The baked potato was cooked perfectly and they don't charge extra for sour cream. The coleslaw is very good. It's a nice platter for the price. I found it filling. I also had some of the fried clams. They are big pieces of clam and very tender. I got pumpkin cheesecake to go and that was soooo good. It had a spice cake layer at the bottom. Wish I took a photo.

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    Oyster Bay Restaurant & Bar - A great dish of shrimp, fish, and sausage on rice!!!

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    We just had dinner there and were very pleased with the entire experience. Everything was excellent…read morefrom start to finish. For appetizers, we ordered the stuffed long hots with sausage, shrimp cocktail, and burrata--all of which were delicious. My wife and I both chose steak for our entrées. She had the New York strip, and I ordered the ribeye. Surprisingly, the ribeye had very little fat and was cooked to perfection. Our entrées were served with mashed potatoes and broccoli, which complemented the meal nicely. Our server, Sam, was prompt, attentive, and provided excellent service throughout the evening. We'll definitely be back.

    The entrance of Oyster Bay Restaurant & Bar is absolutely darling, and I was impressed by the size…read moreof the parking lot. The spaces are fairly narrow, though, so be careful to park fully between the white lines. If you come in through the back entrance near the bar, you'll need to turn right and walk all the way to the front to find the hostess stand. The bar-area staff seemed a little annoyed when people asked where the hostess stand or restrooms were, although I imagine they probably get those questions often. The hostess was pleasant and seated us promptly. One note for anyone who tends to get cold: bring a cardigan or light jacket. There was a floor vent right beside our table, and I got pretty chilly as the evening went on. The menu offered a wide range of options, from pork chops and duck to salmon, but I was not especially excited by many of the pairings. I started with the crab soup and ordered the blackened sea bass special with coconut rice for my entrée. For the table, we shared the bang bang shrimp and burrata. Both were adequately portioned for our party of five. The bang bang shrimp had the right amount of heat, and the burrata was a nice combination of warm pita bread, portobello mushroom, cooked red peppers, fresh greens, and burrata. I would recommend both appetizers. My crab soup arrived hot and was perfectly seasoned. The spice level was just right, and I liked the balance of small strips of crab throughout, along with a few larger pieces. In my opinion, it had an excellent ratio of crab meat, vegetables, and broth. Unfortunately, the entrées were less impressive. They were all beautifully presented--colorful and nicely portioned--but the flavors left something to be desired. My sea bass was certainly blackened, but I would have enjoyed it much more if the skin had been crisp. Instead, it was soggy, likely because it was placed directly on top of the coconut rice, which also became soggy. The mango pieces were larger than necessary, and there was far too much of the tomato, green pepper, and onion mixture on top. At $46, I expected more in terms of flavor. On a positive note, our waitress was friendly and professional, and the young man who brought out our food was pleasant as well. The food also arrived quickly. Since this was my first visit to the area, I would like to explore other local restaurants before returning. Still, I would not be opposed to giving Oyster Bay Restaurant & Bar another chance and trying a different entrée--possibly the swordfish.

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    Louisa's was my first lunch meal in Cape May and came highly recommended. My friend who spent a…read moreweek in the island said this was her family's favorite spot, so I had to give it a try. I read a lot of reviews about the food lacking in flavor and was a tad worried. However, I didn't mind the simple flavors and thought my curry shrimp dish tasted fresh and spiced just right. I would have appreciated more curry to coat the rice, but no complaints overall on that dish. Tasted very homemade and I spared no crumbs! I was highly looking forward to tasting dessert having read that they are made in house. Plus, Louisa's owns the chocolate store next door. I ordered the chocolate bread pudding with caramel and sea salt, and sadly it was refrigerator cold. I wish there would have been a flag somewhere because biting into it expecting a warm dessert wasn't particularly pleasant. I ended up taking it to go and it was lovely warmed up. The flavors really shun through. I later noticed "warm" was included in the description of the vanilla bread pudding. In terms of the service, some of the waitstaff appeared to be students and they were nice but a little robotic. I was asked if I wanted my check while still chewing on my food. The restaurant was fairly empty. There was also no acknowledgement when I noted I thought the bread pudding would be warm. My food came out quickly. The table next to me waited a bit and we were the only two outside. Overall some growing to do in this area, but okay. I loved the decor. Thought it was charming and pleasant on the eyes. Sitting outside people watching was a treat. I would give Louisa's another chance.

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    My wife and I found ourselves at Tisha for dinner, and what a pleasant surprise! The service was…read moreexcellent, our meal was delicious, and the indoor dining area was very cozy and inviting. We started with the scallops with risotto as an appetizer. I'm not a huge fan of scallops, but my wife really enjoys them, and she thought they were excellent. For dinner, she had the crab cakes with shrimp, while I went with the special, which was halibut topped with crab. Both dishes were absolutely delicious and prepared perfectly. Overall, we had a wonderful experience at Tisha. We'll definitely be back!

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