Sea Isle City, New Jersey, is a favorite beach resort located along the Jersey Shore. As you drive over the crest of the main bridge into Sea Isle, you will be met by a wide boulevard heading straight to a beautiful vista of the glistening Atlantic Ocean. There lies the central business section of town, with its fishing boat fleet, tennis courts, pubs and shops, as well as restaurants featuring everything from sandwiches to seafood.
After an exhausting day in the sun, sand and surf, head on over to Amici's Ristorante & Pizzeria, formerly Phil's, located on Landis Ave., across from Wawa. The restaurant, with its 1980s decor, offers an informal and comfortable atmosphere coupled with a full menu of Italian specialties. Known for its pizza, patrons have a choice of 17 toppings on cheese pies, and can choose from 19 specialty pies, including Hawaiian, bruschetta, buffalo chicken cheese steak, and its famous upside down pizza. Hoagies, subs, Philly cheese steaks, wraps, fresh salads, calzones and strombolis also are available. Full pasta dinners start at $9 as of February 2010. Amici's also has a takeout window and offers free local delivery.
Amici's Ristorante & Pizzeria
3807 Landis Ave.
Sea Island City, NJ 08243
(609) 263-2320
Vince's Restaurant is a family-owned and run business, originally opened in 1946 with money Vince Davis won in a poker game during World War II. Formerly Vince's Submarine, the eatery moved a few blocks over in 1953 to its present location overlooking the breathtaking Atlantic Ocean. Well-known for its appetizers, soups and seafood, it serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as early bird specials. Dine in and enjoy the ocean view, takeout, or ask for its full catering menus.
Vince's Restaurant
25 John F Kennedy Blvd.
Sea Isle City, NJ 08243
(609) 263-4567
vincesrestaurant.net
Previously employed in the food service industry, owners Valarie and Scott Kirby, opened the festively decorated Valarie's Place in 2002. With walls stenciled with hand prints of pint size patrons, a children's play area, and a kids menu, families can enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner out in a welcoming and comfortable environment.
Breakfast includes hotcakes and omelets, with lunches featuring salads, wraps, hoagies and homemade soups. Open for dinner primarily in the summer months, Valarie's is known for its fresh seafood appetizers, as well as its wide variety of main courses.
Valaries's Place
5900 Landis Ave.
Sea Isle City, NJ 08243
(609) 263-5400
valariesplace.com
