Hundreds of thousands of people visit the 2 1/2 mile long boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey every year to enjoy amusement rides and carnival games. Others explore the center of town to enjoy unique shopping destinations, restaurants, museums and galleries. There is a bit of something to do for everyone in this diverse area, and after a day out and about, you may find yourself hungry. Relax and dine at one of a number of local restaurants that are considered by locals and tourists to be the best in Ocean City.
Luigi's is a premium destination for Italian cuisine served on the edge of the bay in Ocean City. Count on a number of fresh classic Italian-inspired dishes. Begin your dining experience with an antipasto or hearty homemade minestrone soup. Popular main dishes include spaghetti with special-recipe meat sauce and lasagna, baked ziti, chicken parmigiana and veal Marsala. Hand-tossed brick oven-baked pizzas are also available, as is a selection of desserts that includes tiramisu and cheesecakes. Complement your meal with something from Luigi's long list of fine wines and cocktails.
Luigi's Italian Restaurant
300 E. 9th St.
Ocean City, NJ 08226
609-399-4937
luigisocnj.com
Premium barbecue meals can be found in New Jersey. Dixie Picnic is the restaurant you will want to visit if you want a taste of the South right near the Jersey Shore. Breakfast is served daily and includes dishes such as Smithfield ham served with biscuits and thick gravy and steel-cut oatmeal served with fresh locally-grown cherries. For lunch or dinner, try racks of ribs, thick steaks or the popular Georgia-inspired pulled pork sandwich. Side dishes include macaroni and cheese, coleslaw and cornbread. A full dessert menu is available, as is catering. Have Dixie Picnic prepare you a meal to take to the shore with you.
Dixie Picnic
819 E. 8th St.
Ocean City, NJ 08226
609-399-1999
dixiepicnic.com
The Ocean City Island Grill offers fresh, locally-harvested seafood and is located just a quick walk from the shore. Popular starters include crisp coconut shrimp, calamari, conch chowder and wild mushroom and crab bisque. A number of house specialty dishes such as stuffed flounder, broiled scallops, chicken topped with crab and herb-crusted pork chops can complete your meal. The atmosphere at Ocean City Island Grill is fast-paced and lively and you can experience that vibe in a large dining room decorated in a nautical theme that overlooks the sea.
Ocean City Island Grill
100 Atlantic Ave.
Ocean City, NJ 08226
609-391-9616
ocnjislandgrill.com
