CAPE MAY: the town has a lot of beach areas and the city beaches and promenade/boardwalk covers…read morethe 2.5 miles parallel to Beach Avenue. Information is a bit confusing because when we were there, the signage says dogs are allowed from 9/15-5/15. But, their website says "Dogs are permitted on Cape May City beaches only during the months of November, December, January, February and March." Use caution, keep your pup on a leash, and make sure you pick up after them.

Cape May doesn't have a boardwalk, they have a "promenade" -- oh la la! With all deserved affection…read more(and this one deserves a lot), the promenade is a MUST DO on your visit to Cape May. Many people like to watch the sunset from Sunset Beach, but I think strolling along the promenade at sunset beats all! This endearing feature of Cape May is as popular with locals as it is with visitors. You are literally walking the tip of NJ, looking out at the vast ocean. Just a wonderful spot to visit! The promenade is a concrete/asphalt, raised walkway, about the height of a boardwalk (their last boarded walk was destroyed by a nor'easter in 1962). The walkway runs along Beach Avenue, between the ave and Cape May Beach. It is almost two miles long. Along the promenade, there are public restrooms every half mile, as well as some seasonal "beach shack" type places, but most businesses (mainly a LOT of hotels) are just across the street, facing the beach. You'll get a nice tour of downtown Cape May on one side, and a beautiful beach and dune view on the other side! The view is popular enough for weddings to be held along the promenade, at the pavilion at Cove Beach. During the summer season, beach tags are required on beaches, but they are never required on the promenade. Also, just as dogs are permitted on Cape May beaches at some times of the year (depends on the beach), they may enjoy the promenade in Nov-March. From May-Oct bikes and skates are only allowed from 10am-4pm. Alcohol is never allowed. Handicap access is via numerous entry ramps. Paid meter parking is available along the promenade on Beach Ave. Benches for sitting, street lamps in the evening.

I see only one review. I originally went in 2005 & it was pretty good got kettle corn & have been…read moreback to Cape May several times since but because of weather, other things planned didnt attend again until 2019 & even though the place was crowded(constantly squeezing past people & dogs & this was just a few months before the Pandemic but fortunately it hadnt reached here yet), there was in my opinion either junk or way overpriced items so neither of us bought anything. I've not been back to Cape May but the next time coming here will be my last option if there is a 1-2 hour window with nothing else planned

We missed this festival last year and I was determined to catch it this year. It is quite a large…read moreevent and I was surprised at all of the things they had there. Lots of food vendors and a hodge podge of crafters and yard sale type of items. It was quite interesting to see how the food vendors incorporate Lima beans into their dishes. The festival was quite crowded and there were a lot of ppl there. There was live music and a Lima bean queen, King, and I think princess contest. At every festival, I am most excited about the food, of course. I got a pistachio and Lima bean muffin which was excellent. The aromatic flavors of the pistachio were amazing. The Lima beans inside were a little strange and didn't add much to the muffin besides a weird hard bean texture. I also bought some Kobe sliders with a Lima bean aioli. The aioli didn't add much flavor either. Not a strong Lima bean presence. Lima beans don't have that much flavor to begin with so there wasn't much to expect I guess. I didn't try any other Lima bean specialities bc I wasn't very hungry plus the lines were a little insane. I did notice that the ppl selling Lima bean chili was quite popular. There were also a lot of Lima bean merchandise for sale: t shirts, hoodies, hats & caps, and bags. We didn't explore that much bc we were socializing with some friends at the festival. Oops. Oh well there's always next year! Overall, I had fun and the hubs was impressed with this festival. Most of the ones we've been to so far were pretty dinky and boring. This one was lively and bumping! I sure would hope so since it's their 30th annual Lima bean festival. Come check it out next year bc we surely will!

My husband and I were fortunate to join the Cape May Food Tour for his birthday. Jamie and Patty…read moreare the absolute BEST!!! The tour was informative, fun and we even got a surprise performance from a Mariachi Band at one of the stops. It doesn't get any better than that. Jay and I would like to thank everyone for making his birthday even more special. We highly recommend this tour if you are visiting Cape May.

This is the best way to spend time in Cape May if you're not in the beach. There are 2 tours…read moreavailable. Both are easy walking with a nice pace and frequent stops to hear about the area. Come hungry. Every single place is a treasure and everything we tried was delicious. Our guide was Mary. She not only knows the area and lots of stories about it, but also the people in the restaurants and shops. It felt like we got to know the chefs and owners. Highly recommend!

One of the best dining experiences I've had down the shore! The quality of the ingredients used was…read morephenomenal. The service and the vibe was great as well. Cant wait to be back!

Flat out fantastic Food great…read more Service great Nice and clean and romantic Owner was super friendly

My MIL lives here so we spend a lot of time in North Wildwood. I would say they have the second…read morebest beaches in the Wildwoods after Wildwood Crest. Clean, safe beaches that I long for during the cold winter months. Lot's of parades and festivals during the summer months so there is always something to do. Check out the bars in Anglesea and you will run into half the neighborhood andare sure to have a good time.

Love this area - we are new to this shore point but love the spirit and vibe here. The place is…read morewell maintained and improving every season. There is still an old timey feel right along with new constructions. The city is always improving and investing in the beaches and streets to keep it a first rate resort town! The clubs are jumping with great live music and the city boasts many outdoor festivals throughout the summer most notably Irish weekend.

Great spot for a cute lunch outside. The burgers were delicious and the service was attentive. What…read moremore is needed?

Four for dinner on Thursday. Had requested the main dining room but instead we're seated in the…read moreback dining room. It was OK but we were right by the door to the patio, which was frequently opened and closed. Our server, Laura was fantastic. She did a great job all night for us. Started with delicious clam chowder, fried oysters, and the Kale Caesar salad. We really didn't enjoy the kale salad, but the other two were great. The seafood risotto was great as usual, as was the pescatore special and the scallop risotto appetizer (had for an entrée). The scallops Sambuca special was OK but the sauce was too sweet for me. No dessert tonight.

We loved our dinner at this restaurant. Loved the interior and ambiance and the service…read more We were celebrating a birthday and they were so nice about it. They serve caponata with bread, still thinking about it. Our server said, owner makes it himself. Food wise - we had mediterranean chicken, gnocchi rosso, fried mozzarella and it was all delicious. Portions were more than enough. Dessert we tried was Tartufo and it was good.

Great chicken parm and eggplant agri dolce app! Good service…read more The steamed clam app was disappointing. Tiny clams not local clams most very sandy The wine sauce very good but need local clams and purge them!!!!!!! Disappointing

For anyone who hasn't noticed yet...I enjoy visiting historic cemeteries. It helps that I grew up…read morewith one at the end of our street, and that this was a place where all the neighborhood kids played games. Ghost in the Graveyard, a variation of hide & seek, was popular. I also love history, and this cemetery I played in had early settler & revolutionary war graves. It's not unusual for me to seek out an old cemetery when traveling, so I was delighted when fellow Yelper Dee M told me about this sacred, nearly forgotten place. I am pleased to report that since her visit, local organizations have worked together to restore and maintain this place. They have cleared fallen trees, pulled weeds, trimmed grasses, repaired tombstones and made a memorial to fallen, unknown African- American civil war soldiers. They have done a very good job and should be commended for their work. Most of the headstones are 19th - early 20th century, with a mix of familiar and unique sentiments. Most are marble or sandstone, with the unfortunate weathered appearance. A few are now VA supplied granite, and still fewer likely granite replacements placed by descendants. You will not see grand, elaborate sculptures or tall spires, that was the way of the very wealthy who wanted to be noticed. These are much more, er, normal markings of the time. It's a serene space, sacred and beautiful in its own way. You can drive down a short dirt road to reach it (being mindful of private home driveways), or you can park on the side of the road and walk back. I highly recommend bug spray in warm months.

This history nut went Ga Ga when she stumbled upon this. Great idea to honor those who served…read more Its a pretty spot. Someone lays flags because they are new and not weather worn. Just wish someone could clear the weeds from the graves. It's the respectful thing to do.

Love the atmosphere the staff were fantastic and the food was great pleasure dining thereread more

We loved this place. Didn't have a reservation but they squeezed us in…read moreThe veal and eggplant parmigiana was outstanding Great service Have not been to a better Italian restaurant

The food was quite delicious. I had the chicken Franchese. The chicken was very tender and melted…read morein my mouth. Everyone enjoyed their meals. The service was perfectly attentive.

Funny story we went here two years ago and totally forgot the name so when we were looking for…read morerestaurants this time around the yelp reviews and menu appealed to us that we walked here and only when we got to the front desk we realized this was the same spot! The restaurant's service was great given that we were a group with multiple dietary restrictions. The food was delicious - the penne alla vodka is gluten free yet tasted unexpectedly very good (sorry I have a bad relationship with gf pasta). The seafood pasta was unique because it not only came with shrimp, scallop, and crabmeat - the pasta was dumplings stuffed with porcini (mushrooms). The pollo alla sapore was massive and delicious! Two of us split it and had enough for the next day! Price wise it's on the higher end but if you're doing family style you're set. Is it the best Italian food you've ever eaten? No - but it's certainly good.