Eat In OCNJ

Eat LOCAL in Ocean City, NJ!
Our town has many diverse dining and eating opportunities from white linen dining to small cozy cafes and snack shops.

The mission of the Ocean City Restaurant Association members" Eat In OCNJ" is to make it known within our community, as well reaching out to all visitors coming to our great city, that there are many wonderful dining experiences to be had in Ocean City NJ. We offer breakfast, lunch, dinner, pizza, snacks, desserts, ice cream, take-out, delivery, catering and banquets in unique settings from ocean

front to bay-side dining, and everything in between. These experiences are available not only in the summer months, but also in the off season as well. This page will help guide you through the high season as well as the off season by listing: special events, restaurant hours, menus and numerous activities occurring around the city. Our wish is that you find everything you need within this page to make your stay in Ocean City the best that it can be!

08/31/2026

Great food starts long before it reaches the kitchen. 🌿🍅

At Island Grill Ocean City, From Garden to Grill is the mission behind every dish. By partnering with Allison's Acres, they bring sun-ripened tomatoes, hand-picked herbs, and peak-season vegetables from South Jersey farms straight to your plate, alongside the incredible seafood our coastline is known for.

Supporting local farmers, prioritizing sustainability, and celebrating the very best of our local land and sea—that's what dining at Island Grill is all about. ❤️

📌 100 Atlantic Ave. / 609-391-9616 / www.ocnjislandgrill.com /

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08/28/2026

Summer might be starting to wind down... but we're refusing to believe that means ice cream season has to end 🍦😌

In fact, we're pretty sure a Johnny B Goode cone (or waffle or shake) counts as self-care 💅 (We're not taking questions.)

If you're planning one more sweet stop before summer wraps up, here are Johnny B Goode Ice Cream Parlor's current hours:

📍 34th Street: 9:00am–10:30pm

📍 14th Street: 1:00pm–11:00pm

The 34th Street location also serves coffee, smoothies, and açaí bowls, making it a great stop from morning through dessert. ☀️

📌 1363 Asbury Ave. / 609-525-0646 / www.johnnybgoode.net / 3339 West Ave. / 609-525-0648 /

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08/22/2026

Looking for a date night idea? Start with dinner at Clancy's By The Sea 😍🍽️

❤️ Order #1: Start with the Calamari Fritto, then dive into the slow-roasted Baby Back Ribs brushed with Clancy's special BBQ sauce.

❤️ Order #2: Kick things off with the Steamed Clams in your choice of red or white sauce, followed by the classic Chicken Parmigiana served over pasta.

Now the only question is... which order are you choosing? 👀👇

📌 1244 Boardwalk / 609-398-3344 / www.clancysrestaurantgroup.com / Clancy's By The Sea

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08/18/2026

Great food always tastes even better with an ocean view 🌊❤️

Whether you're joining Café Beach Club for breakfast, lunch, or one of their seasonal sunset dinners, it's the perfect spot to relax, enjoy a delicious meal, and take in the boardwalk views 😍

Planning a visit? Here's a quick guide to Café Beach Club's 2026 hours:

☀️ Through September 20 (Open daily): Breakfast 7:00am–1:00pm | Lunch 11:00am–2:00pm

🌅 Sunset dinners (Through September 6): Thursday–Sunday | 4:30pm–7:30pm

🍂 September 21–October 11 (Open daily): Breakfast 7:00am–1:00pm | Lunch 11:00am–1:30pm

👋 October 12: Final day of the season | Breakfast only, 7:00am–11:00am

📌 1282 Boardwalk / 609-398-7700 / www.cafebeachclub.com /

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08/16/2026

We're starting to think there might be a connection between great breakfasts and good moods... 🤔🍳

From their famous pan-fried omelettes and golden Belgian waffles to fluffy hotcakes, French toast, breakfast burritos, and more, there's a reason Augie’s Omelette and Waffle House has been an OCNJ favorite since 1989. Better yet? Breakfast is served all day! 🙌☀️

P.S. If you're a regular at Augie's Omelette and Waffle House , don't forget to sign up for Augie's Rewards! You'll earn 1 point for every $1 spent and unlock $5 off every 100 points—a pretty tasty perk if you ask us 😉

📌 403 E 14th Street / 609-391-0222 / www.augiesocnj.com

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08/14/2026

Tucked away just one block from the beach, Positively 4th Street Café is one of those places that feels like a hidden gem waiting to be discovered ❤️☕🎨

With creative, wholesome food, fresh smoothies, coffee drinks, baked treats, and an inviting space filled with local art and colorful mosaics, it's the kind of café you'll want to linger in a little longer 😍

Whether you're stopping by for breakfast, lunch, or (seasonally) dinner, there's something special about the relaxed, artistic atmosphere that makes every visit to positively 4th street feel a little different 🌿

📌 400 Atlantic Ave. / 609-399-8400 / www.laurelbayoc.com

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08/11/2026

One thing we love about Hooked on Breakfast? They never stop getting creative 😍🍓🍳

From over-the-top pancake creations and indulgent French toast to savory dishes featuring ingredients like burrata, peaches, jumbo lump crab, and more, their specials always give us something new to get excited about 🙌❤️

These are just a few examples of the delicious creations they've dreamed up over the years, so be sure to keep an eye on their social pages to see what they're serving up next! 👀✨

And a big congratulations to the team on celebrating six years of serving the OCNJ community! Here's to many more years! 🥳🎉

📌 916 Asbury Ave. / 609-938-9285 / www.hookedonbreakfast.com

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08/09/2026

Okay... this might just be the coolest birthday idea we've seen 🎉🦀

Topsail Steamer's Birthday Bucket turns a celebration into an experience, complete with their signature seafood boil, cornbread, and even a birthday cake! Just steam, gather everyone around the table, and let the celebration begin 🥳🌽🦐

Because the best birthday gifts aren't always things... sometimes they're unforgettable meals shared with the people you love ❤️

Even better? The Birthday Bucket ships to all 50 states through Goldbelly, making it easy to surprise friends and family near or far with a birthday they'll never forget 🎁🎉

📌 3363 West Ave. / 609-399-7687 / www.topsailsteamer.com

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08/07/2026

Some restaurants become part of a family's story ❤️

Ready's has a way of becoming part of life's biggest and smallest moments. Birthday celebrations, summer traditions, catching up over coffee, and gathering around the table with the people who matter most... it's the kind of place that becomes woven into people's memories of Ocean City. ☕🥞

Open seven days a week for breakfast and lunch, Ready's Coffee Shop & Restaurant has been welcoming families for generations, creating the kind of traditions that keep people coming back and sharing them with the next generation ❤️

📌 415 E. 8th St. / 609-399-4418

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08/05/2026

It's ** always ** a good time for a smoothie 😍🥤

Whether you're cooling off after the beach, grabbing breakfast on the go, or in need of a refreshing afternoon pick-me-up, Bungalow Bowls has you covered ☀️🍓🥭

From fruity blends like the Surf Rd (blueberries, strawberries, banana) and Waverly Blvd (strawberries, mango, banana) to protein-packed favorites like the 7th Street and 5th Street, there's a smoothie for every craving 🙌❤️

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📌 1054 Asbury Ave. / 609-814-2904 / www.bungalowbowls.com

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