Breakfast and lunch both served 7am-2pm. Delicious food - lunch specifically. The Jersey Tomato soup is my new favorite thing. It's more of a cream of tomato soup with some tomato chunks throughout. However, the garlic croutons and melted cheese on top make it truly spectacular. Pair it with any grilled sandwich for dipping, and you've got a great meal. The grilled cheese is fine, nothing special. I had the Mac Daddy burger, which was a burger topped with macaroni and cheese and Cooper Sharp cheese (And onion rings, but I requested none) and served with french fries. I LOVED the burger. It was cooked medium, as requested, and tasted fantastic. We will go back again and again, especially for the soup! I took off one star for a very cramped, awkward seating arrangement. It is very small, and not all tables are comfortable, nor is the front counter. read more

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I went here for the first time with a friend who hyped up the tomato soup...and she was right! It was amazing, especially since I like cheese but never order French onion soup at restaurants because it's not my thing. The Varsity Inn tomato soup was a little creamy, thick and flavorful. The cheese on top and thick croutons made it even more delicious. It's also pretty filling so the soup and grilled cheese was plenty. I had the special grilled cheese that day, which had asparagus spears inside. Perfect combo. Both were a little different, in a good way, from what I'd been expecting. I will definitely be back. read more

Varsity Inn - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ocean City, New Jersey

2 Ants in my drink. Watery omelette but hey the bathrooms were really clean to bad I wasn't going for just that. Nice server. All in all I dont know how they got 4 stars. read more

Varsity Inn - Here for breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ocean City, New Jersey

Love this place! Fair prices, great service, great food. What else can you ask for? Wait for a party of 7 less than 20mins. Their tomato soup is the bomb! read more

Varsity Inn - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ocean City, New Jersey

I looked up this restaurant while away with friends for the weekend. I was specifically looking for a place that had gluten free and vegan options, which the Varsity Inn clearly stated it had. When arriving at the restaurant, it clearly stated on the menu, in a rather rude manner, that they do not accomodate or deal with allergies. While I totally respect their honesty, they should not put gluten free on their website, it is misleading to anyone with an allergy and suggests that they will be sensitive to an allergy, which they ARE NOT! My friends had a delicious breakfast, that I will say, while I sat and drank my coffee with no breakfast. Do not go there if you have any allergy...they will not attempt to help you. read more

Can't believe I've never been here. Nice old school diner with pennants from any school you can think of, within 200 miles. I had the roast beef and it was delish. My wife had the Jersey Tomato soup and BLT. Everything was great and we will be back. read more

Chili in a crock today for me over rated place. Hubby had New England skip both. Will not return. read more

Overpriced breakfast and not all that great. Maybe the grilled cheese and tomato soup is a different story. Don't see what all the hype is about. Will not be returning to find out. read more

I had the Mexican omelet, and my bf had the breakfast burrito. I loved the Mexican omelette, and there was nothing left on my plate after. The Chile was amazing and the home fries were too. The breakfast burrito was good, although he didn't like the wrap because it was a whole wheat read more

It is a favorite of mine. Their tomato soup is delicious and I have created my own combo of soup and a grilled cinnamon bun a truly guilty pleasure. Shannon always greets us and all servers are pleasant and efficient. Although this summer was a difficult one for restaurants I'm happy to see that the Varsity hung in there and we are grateful for that our comfort food place is up and running once again. Let's show some patience and kindness during these times please read more

Varsity Inn - Sunset on my dock - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ocean City, New Jersey

We've had the opportunity to visit varsity in about five times in the last two months! The Front of the house staff is awesome super polite attention to detail and overall very good at their jobs! We've had four great experiences and one so-so experience. We normally order pretty much the same thing breakfast sandwiches on either write toast or a hard roll with Friday eggs sausage or pork roll and American cheese. On one occasion we ordered scrambled eggs! The Friday eggs meat and cheese sandwich has been awesome, eggs are cooked perfectly not over cooked meat was very good if not delicious and the cheese is American cheese. The bread is usually toasted correctly and their home fries are very good! On the occasion that we ordered scrambled eggs meat and cheese on a sandwich I don't know was new or a different person working the grill that day but the scrambled eggs left a lot to be desired! Somethings so simple and basic you would think that it would be an automatic. We would definitely recommend varsity and if for nothing else there front of the house staff is awesome! I hope you enjoy your breakfast when you visit Ocean city and the varsity inn! read more

My family and I really enjoyed our breakfast here. Our waitress was attentive and prompt, and the food was tasty. The French toast was pretty standard but the accompanying cinnamon butter was delicious! I got the Mexican omelet and highly recommend it. The chili in this made me want to order a crock of it! It was very good. The home fries were awesome - they were crispy and well seasoned. The portion looks small in the picture, but it wasn't (they were hiding under the toast). The warm maple with my boyfriend's waffle was a nice touch. We're definitely looking forward to coming back for lunch! read more

Varsity Inn - Belgian waffle with warm syrup, yum! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ocean City, New Jersey

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Let's just clap it up for the Red raider combo, nothing beats a grilled cheese and tomato soup combo on a cold Jersey shore day. My pops and I adventure over from Sea Isle to the Varsity Inn for breakfast and lunch most weekends. The food honestly never disappoints, good breakfast options and just the best tomato soup I've ever had. The only reason for the four instead of the five stars is because of the wait and sometimes it can take awhile. On average during the Summer months you'll wait 20 to 30 minutes for a tablet or two even if tables are open. Just keep this in mind and repeat 'patience is a virtue' while you wait. read more

Upon arriving we were seated immediately, and were able to order quickly. I got pancakes and bacon, with the others in my party getting French toast, an omelet, and a mix of eggs, sausage, bacon, and French toast. All of the food tasted great, and we didn't have to wait long for it. The restaurant is covered in college pendants, so we also spent most of our time talking about colleges. All in all, it was good, and worth coming back to. Just make sure to arrive before 9:30 (it gets really busy). read more

Came here based off the positive reviews and of hearing about the "5-Star French toast." Well, let's start with the positives. It's a nice, little, "home-y" place. Not huge and not necessarily small. Seating by the windows (opened) creates a pleasant, warm atmosphere. No issues with the servers or waitress. Pleasant people. Downside(s). "5-star" French toast, the one that I've read and heard so much about? Ehhh. Apparently, those people must not get out a lot. It's OK but nothing worth writing home about. And, the coffee. Terrible. Couldn't even finish it! Though, to be fair, I could have high standards! A rating of 3-stars since, I feel, cumulatively that's what it deserves based off of my own personal taste and opinion. Not great but not bad. read more

2 days in a row! Hands down the BEST breakfast/lunch spot in ocean city. I freaking love this place!!!!! I always make sure to stop by whenever I'm in town. Fantastic service, friendly staff, awesome atmosphere and best of all consistently great affordable food. Place is always busy and there's always a wait. Who cares!! It's so worth it!!!! read more

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Even later in the day, breakfast was great, made to order. Got the BLT for lunch and the l & t were crisp and fresh and the bacon didn't taste reheated. Our server was lovely, made sure our coffee cups were always full. Off season it's an easy in, but summer time it's best to go later. Just a nice, no-nonsense place to have a good meal. read more

We go here for breakfast at least once every time we vacation here, but in order to beat the rush, go before 9 or be prepared to WAIT. Great breakfast place, but also offers lunch options as well for those who like to sleep in. Just an FYI, it is best to walk, but if you have to park, only street is available. (hint hint- only have to start paying for the meters after 9, SO GET UP EARLY AND ET A COFFEE). This is a casual local hotspot and does take credit cards. I am partial to the breakfast sandwich with porkroll, it is a must try, especially if you have never tried it. While waiting for your meals, be sure to try and spot your favorite college pennants lining the walls; its always fun picking out our favorite schools whether you choose to sit inside or at an outdoor area! read more

Have been going to The Varsity for at least 20 years. Our last day after our stay in Ocean City always ends with breakfast at The Varsity. A good friendly place. All the food is excellent and service is fast. During the summer expect a wait to be seated due since everyone knows about how good it is. It is worth the wait. We even take a one hour drive occasionally during the winter to The Varsity. read more

Great place we go to all the time. Very friendly, nice environment, great beach vibe and nice to see families together. The grilled cheese and tomato soup is fantastic! You can't really go wrong with anything you choose. read more

I am a huge fan of this place, partly because of the food, party because it reminds me of home and partly because of the great memories. This was on the rotation to places to go for Breakfast/Lunch on Sundays and any other time in OC as a great default. "The Good" - The servers are polite and attentive. For the most part they are summer help from the people just visiting, but there may be a local or two mixed in for sanity's sake. - Jersey Tomato Soup... The Varsity's answer to French Onion. It is amazing, they take pride in it and refer back to its amazing... It brings back those memories of having a grilled cheese and a bowl of tomato soup on a rainy day. - My favorite is the French Bread French Toast. Simple thing, French Toast, but for some reason it tastes better here, the bananas are a nice touch. - The bacon, from what I can tell is cooked to order which is hit or miss, especially when the kitchen has a relatively small staff. Kudos for cooking it fresh. - The strategic use of the roll up windows at the front to provide much needed additional seating. "The Meh" - Since I like to cook, I know how I like certain things prepared. I also love bacon. Since my man behind the scenes may get rushed once in a while "crisp" bacon may not always come out as "crisp". - The occasional shoobie that has not idea how to speak with the hostess and then complain when you get seated in a timely manner. "The Bad" - Nothing really bad to comment on. read more

RUDE HOSTESS. Was seated in back corner at table with no view, loud machines and direct next to busy kitchen walkway. Asked hostess to be seated at different table. Result: eye roll, grabbed the menus with giant huff, turned on her heals, and started walking away. And there were three empty tables. And this is the person who's ONLY job is to greet customers and treat them nicely? We immediately left. This kind of BS is what drives customers away in droves. Noticed another review with same comments about hostess too. I guess it's hard to fire the wife/family member when they stink at their job, feel sorry for other staff that have to work with these types who don't have any customer service skills. read more

Their "Ocean City Breakfast Sandwich" (pork roll, cream cheese, tomato on a fresh toasted bagel) is simple, but so tasty. Try it with their house made hot sauce. My only complaint is that the side of home fries that comes with the sandwich was literally ten small pieces of potato. read more

Now don't get me wrong I do very much enjoy this place. The staff and the layout and tv's are nice. The wait is not horrible even on busy days and they do take credit cards. The Jersey Tomato Soup is amazing!! Now the so-so news. I positively make better breakfast sandwiches and most breakfast items there. Thats not a good thing when your eating it and you realize that yours is better. All of the food is just slightly better than average except for that soup. The place is nice and fun, however it is built for speed and not quality..just look at there fake O.J. machine.... read more

Honestly the food is overpriced for what you're getting, don't get me wrong it's great food but not for how much you're spending

Went for breakfast, found the food to be bland. The dinning area is a little tight, but would give it another try.

What a great place to eat - very friendly staff, extremely on top of things, very attentive, delicious food, and a nice breezy atmosphere. Our party of 6 walked in, immediately got a table (apparently it's more crowded closer to breakfast?) We were there at around noon. I ordered a coffee and eggs benedict. One of the best eggs benedict I have had: hollandaise sauce was actually a sauce and not solidified yellow gunk, the poached egg was firm on the outside, yet viscous on the inside: the way eggs benedict should be. I asked to replace the regular home fries with their bacon cheddar home fries: great decision on my part. It was a very good brunch. The atmosphere which featured college paraphernalia, all windows open (very beachy place), and staff dressed in cheer-leader clothing was a great addition and showed the dedication this place had. read more

I've been going to Ocean City since before I could walk, but somehow I've never managed to go to the Varsity Inn for lunch. Today I remedied that, and I don't know what I was waiting for! I had the Red Raider combo -- their baked jersey tomato soup with a grilled cheese sandwich. I was in heaven. The crouton/bread that's baked under the cheese was garlicky and salty and mixed with the creamy soup and the cheese was heavenly. Wow. My husband had the jersey devil omelette. It was SO good. I could have eaten both of ours! Again, it's a little bit of off season so we waited less than 10 minutes for a table at 11:30am. The service wasn't super fast, but it was a good pace for a diner-like place. We'll definitely be stopping in again! read more

I wish I could write a better update, but alas I cannot. I had to give up eating the soup because of a diet. But, would regularly go in the meet friends while our daughters go to dance. The food was usually OK. Nothing to write home about. I usually get an egg white omelet. However, I was never charged the same price twice. One time they charged me $10 for egg whites with onions, tomatoes and mushrooms. I never got toast or homefries (again -- I'm on weight watchers). I was outraged but in too much of a rush to get my children to complain. Some of the waitresses were nice, but the service was usually sub-par. When I finally lose the weight, I'll probably be back for the tomato soup -- but to go. read more

I walked in here on the off-season with my 4 month old in a stroller and my five year old, struggling to get in the door. They were standing there and no one helped me. Finally I got in and they told me they would not let us bring the stroller in. There were only two tables with people sitting, the place was mostly empty and they still wouldn't let me in with a stroller on the off-season! I thought this was supposed to be a kid friendly Beach town. So I turned around and left and no one help me with the door on the way out either! read more

We're Down here in Ocean on vacation with my family during the pandemic. I use to eat at the varsity Inn when I was a kid it used to be a great place to eat Not any more. We Stopped by for breakfast with my wife and three kids. Had to order at the window since seating was still not aloud as of this day I wrote this article. Honestly food was not good at all, and ever ones meal had a strange smell, I'm not sure how you could mess up a bacon and egg sandwich but they did, it was awful, eggs smelled, muffin stale, and my bacon was tough as nails. I was hoping it was only my meal so my other family members could enjoy their breakfast but unfortunately everybody's meal had a strange smell, no taste, and stale. I guess the varsity inn is taking advantage of The current situation because all food is takeout and most people won't find out how bad the food is until their back at the hotel room. I won't be going back to the Varsity Inn until they aggressively start taking pride in their quality again and than I suggest advertising that they have done so (because I'm sure I'm not the only one that has experienced this). I will try a new place tonight and I will put up another review. read more

We set out to eat at the OC Surf cafe down the street but they were closed. Varsity Inn was open so the Wife and I figured we'd try it out. Food was great. I ordered French toast and she ordered an omelette. We would definitely return here on our next OC visit. read more

Took a long time to get the waitress. We let the waitress know of my son's food allergy and she reacted like it was a bother. I ordered very simple food for him and she told me it was hard to cook for someone with an allergy. Never asked the kitchen. Then came back with missing food for him and said that's all he can eat. She never brought our drinks. Very disappointed read more

My favorite place for breakfast in Ocean City. Everything I've tried is great. Omelettes, Creamed Chip Beef, Waffles, etc. It's small in there but not in a bad way. Kinda cozy actually. Sitting on either side of the window bar is wonderful. If you wanna eat here in the Summer, best get here a little early or you might be waiting a bit. Though hopefully not too long, as the waitstaff is on their GAME. read more

The food.... good. The service.... horrible. Waited in line for 45 minutes only to have our spot given away because the hostess was unprofessional and rude. Wish I had a better experience because the food is very good. Not a good experience and if you're looking for a restaurant with good service AVOID! sad experience, very let down read more

I have been going to this restaurant for many years. The food is always good. I am extremely disappointed in how my group and I were treated when we went to get breakfast this morning. We walked up and were told to wait 45 minutes until the people left the tables. We put a name down and waited. We came back after 45 minutes to see that the black haired young waitress had given our seats to another group of people after being told to come back for our table and simply was told to wait another 45 because the group of people just HAD to be seated. It was very unprofessional and we were very disappointed and I hope that it never happens again. I never ended up eating there. read more

I met up with some old friends home for Christmas at the Varsity. It was so nostalgic, pennant flags and all. They've updated the interior a bit but it still took us right back to the good ol' days. And the food, oh my goodness, it was delicious. I got the cinnamon roll French toast with spiced butter and my friends got omelets, pork roll and hash browns. Service was great. The coffee was excellent... An all around really nice experience. I recommend it, for sure. read more

Baked tomato soup and grilled cheese. Don't have look any further. Should have listened to my own advice.

Amazing jersey tomato soup! And a mac & cheese sandwich to go with it! Great read more

Varsity Inn - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ocean City, New Jersey

Great food I ordered the crab eggs Benedict w the cheesy bacon home fries ! Super yummy and the coffee is always good Another time I got the scrapple and cheese omelette - also super yummy! read more