Your insider guide to dining in Atlantic City
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2825 Restaurant, 2825 Atlantic Ave. (609) 344-6913. Gotta have tripe? Unusual Italian specialties are the way to go. Standard.$$
Amici Brick Oven Pizza, 2010 Baltic Ave.(609) 345-8700. The pizza, pasta, subs and strombolis are so fresh, they aren’t even pictured in the menu. The only time you see your food is while it’s being prepared right before your eyes. Try the gelato. Affordable. $
Angelo’s Fairmount Tavern, 2300 Fairmount Ave. (609) 344-2439. Family fare, family friendly. Red sauce is a must. Standard. $$
Atlantic City Bar & Grille, Pacific and S. Carolina avenues. (609) 348-8080. A staple to the AC goer’s diet. Tourists and celebrities alike have endulged at the AC Bar & Grille for over 25 years. Fresh steaks and seafood served up with a whole lot of fun! Affordable.$
Back Bay Ale House, 800 N New Hampshire Ave. (609) 449-0006. A cozy eating nook with the luxury of a sunset toast on the back deck. A real Atlantic City treausre! Affordable. $
Baltimore Grill 2800 Atlantic Ave. (609) 345 5766 Good food cheap. One of the best pizza’s you’ll have. The place and the ingredients haven’t changed in 30 years! Affordable.$
Carmine’s, In The Quarter At The Trump Taj Mahal. (609) 572-9300. Traditional, Italian fare- especially for the garlic lover! Huge portions, meant to be shared. Standard. $$
Chelsea Pub, 8 S. Morris Ave., (609) 345-4916. Laid back atmosphere with your typical bar food and then some. Great bar! Affordable. $
Dock’s Oyster House, 2405 Atlantic Ave. (609) 345-0092. Check out the oyster bar. Only fresh fish and seafood served here. Standard. $$
EVO Restaurant & Bar, Mississippi Ave. & Boardwalk. (609) 441-0400. A newby hot spot for Atlantic City hipsters. Ambient surroundings and loud, live music. Standard. $$
Farinacci, 3004 Atlantic Ave., (609) 344-6767. Italian food served just the way you like it. Standard. $$
Flying Cloud Cafe, 800 N. New Hampshire Ave. (Gardner’s Basin). (609) 345-8222. Typical seafood fare served with a great view. Affordable. $
Girasole Ristorante and Bar, 3108 Pacific Ave., Atlantic City (between the Atlantic City Hilton and the Tropicana). (609) 345-5554. Watch the servers remove the fillets from a salt crusted branzino tableside. Where the casinos send their high rollers. Pricey. $$$
Hard Rock Cafe, on the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort, (609) 441-0007. Nostlaigic atmosphere chock full of musical memorabilia. Eye-catching decor and one mouth-watering menu. Standard. $$
Hooters, in the Trop, Brighton Ave and the Boardwalk. (609) 449-1500. Great sports bar with world famous wings. Affordable. $
Hooters, in Trump Marina, (609) 449-9300.There’s always a party at Hooter’s! Loud, fun atmosphere with great, American food. A classic. Affordable. $
Irish Pub and Inn, St. James Place and the Boardwalk.(609) 345-9613.Old-fashioned setting with a true antique flare. Incredibly inexpensive and the food is always delicious; a must-try. Affordable.$
Irish’s Grill House, 1501 N. Albany Ave. (609) 347-8665. An Atlantic City favorite. The name tells you just about everything you need to know- great Irish food, fun and flair. Affordable. $
Knife and Fork Inn, Atlantic and Pacific Ave. (609) 344-1133. Bigger and better than ever. Renovated to original grandeur. The food is updated, upscale and excellent. Pricey. $$$
Little Saigon Restaurant, 2801 Arctic Ave. (609) 347-9119. Low-key dining room serving delicious Vietnamese specialties. Don’t miss goi coun spring rolls! Affordable. $
Longhorn Steak House, The Walk, 2108 Atlantic Ave.(609) 344-2050. Excellent steaks at an affordable price — what more could you ask for? And, of course, it’s in the heart of Atlantic City’s premier shopping district, The Walk. Firecracker chicken wraps are addicitve. Standard. $$
Los Amigos, 1926 Atlantic Ave. (609) 344-2293. Authentic, Mexican cuisine. Sweet as pie wait staff and bottomless tortilla chips with homeade salsa. Yum! Great margarita menu, as well. Affordable. $
Mediterranean Flames, 2641 Boardwalk. (609) 344-7774. Lounge atmosphere right on the boardwalk. Great salads and prime spot for people watching. Standard. $$
Mexico Restaurant, 3810 Ventnor Ave. (609) 344-0366. Local restaurant has evolved for the better over the years. Mexican comfort food like BBQ goat. Affordable. $
Morton’s, The Steakhouse, 2100 Pacific Ave. (609) 449-1044. Think Big! Beef is the focus. All cuts are prime, aged meats. Pricey. $$$
New Melaka Restaurant, 28 S. Tennessee Ave. (609) 344-8928. Terrific Malaysian menu plus standard Chinese offerings. Mango chicken is a must! Standard. $$
O’Grady’s, Harrisburg and Atlantic Ave. (609) 344-9263. Gorgeous, ornate wrap-around bar. Nightly Happy Hours with fare ranging from light to heavy. Affordable. $
Old Waterway Inn, 1700 W. Riverside Drive, Venice Park. (609) 347-1793. Romantic atmosphere, great food, and lovely views. Standard. $$
Punjab Palace, 1001 Pacific Ave. (609) 344-3003. Excellent Pakistani cuisine. Adventurous diners must come in! Affordable.$
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, 2020 Atlantic Ave. (609) 344-5833. All cuts are from corn-fed, custom-aged, prime Midwestern beef. Red meat rules! Pricey. $$$
Shabri, 3101 Pacific Ave., (609) 344-3061. 5 out of 5 stars Indian food. Innovative and traditional dishes available. Affordable. $
Tun Tavern, 2 Miss America Way. (609) 347-7800. Brew Pub offers several beers made on premises. Go for the burgers and great bar food. Affordable. $
Wellington’s Steak and Seafood, Brighton Ave. and Boardwalk, (609) 340-4050. Classic seafood dishes elegantly prepared. Stunning atmosphere with a modern flair. Pricey. $$$
Wonder Bar, 3701 Sunset Ave. (609) 344-8888. The bar is for locals, the Sunset room restaurant more upscale. Menu choices are way above average. Standard. $$
Atlantic City Hilton Casino Resort
Beach Bar: Summer staple features salads, sandwiches, wraps and selection of frozen drinks with live music. Affordable. $
Cappuccino’s: Coffee and espresso bar with homemade gourmet desserts, pastries and more. Affordable. $
Caruso’s: Traditional Italian fare with contemporary approach in countryside setting. Top-notch Sunday brunch. Pricey. $
Cornucopia Buffet: Island BBQ feast features steamed clams, fresh fish, shrimp and carving station. Standard. $$
Empress Gem Noodle Bar: Located right inside Asian pit, Treasure Palace, menu features traditional noodle dishes as well as more ample dinner options. Affordable. $
Horizons: 24-hour colorful café has a little bit of everything, including incorporation of former Empress Garden menu. Standard. $$
The Oaks Steakhouse: Traditional New York-style steakhouse features masculine setting with hickory woodwork and brass accents and specializes in steak and seafood. Try the chicken cordon bleu. Pricey. $$
The Oaks Bar: Matching Oaks setting, classy bar features large wines by the glass system, great menu, including sushi. Pricey. $$$
Peregrines’: Very unique casino restaurant because of its true continental menu featuring regional and international cuisine. Elegant atmosphere, contemporary cuisine specializing in seafood. Perfect for romantic night out. Pricey. $$$
Bally’s Atlantic City
Animations Coffee Shop: Large menu offers 24-hour options in relaxed setting. Menu strays from traditional café with upscale dinner options. Standard. $$
Arturo’s: New York-style gourmet Italian restaurant with ocean view. Vibrant Italian mosaics, beautiful atmosphere make for romantic experience. Pricey. $$$
The Bagel and Doughnut Connection: Quick stop, for bagels, bagel sandwiches, soup, muffins, pastries and donuts, plus coffees and frozen drinks. Affordable. $
Ben & Jerry’s: Everyone’s favorite ice cream stop offers Chunky Monkey, Rainforest Crunch to cool down. Affordable. $
Philadelphia Soft Pretzel Factory: Soft, fresh, great Philadelphia-style pretzels found in Ben & Jerry’s store. Watch the pretzels come fresh right off the conveyour belt! Affordable. $
Fulu Noodle Bar: Small noodle bar inside Claridge offers traditional noodle dishes. Affordable. $
Garden Café: Claridge’s traditional 24-hour café offers sandwiches, pizza and even Asian fare. Standard. $
Gatsby’s Grill & Oyster Bar: Casual place to grab a quick snack, whether it’s oyster shooters, homemade chowders or a hamburger. Affordable. $
Gold Tooth Gertie’s Buns and Bagels: Follow your nose to one of the best donuts on the Boardwalk, made fresh daily in Wild Wild West. Watch them created before your eyes, plus muffins, bagel sandwiches, coffees. Affordable. $
Johnny Rockets: Chain offers tasty burgers served in ’50s setting, complete with fountain stools. Fresh-baked apple pie, frosty milkshakes a must.Tell them it’s your first time and the staff will do a dance and lights show. Affordable. $
Lone Star Snack Bar: Wild Wild West’s options for a quick bite, including burgers, hot dogs. Affordable. $
Mr. Ming’s: Classical Cantonese, Szechwan, Mandarin and Hunan served in upscale Asian setting. Try the Maine lobster with scallion sauce. Standard. $$
Noodle Village: Conveniently located to Baccarat Palace, this stylish noodle bar features authentic Chinese and Vietnamese dishes. Affordable. $
Pickles: One of city’s best delis, Pickles piles up New York-style sandwiches in laid-back atmosphere. Affordable. $
Prime Place: Elegant steakhouse known as much for its prime steaks as its superb salad bar and ocean view. Sunday brunch offered. Pricey. $$$
Sidewalk Buffet: Small buffet emphasizes seafood, including shrimp, steamed clams, scallops, snow crabs. Breakfast served, too. Affordable. $
Spa Café: Health-conscious offerings served near world-class health spa. Affordable. $
Virginia City Buffet: Wild Wild West’s well-designed buffet features different food stations to please everyone, including deli, Asian, Italian, and Chuck Wagon, where steaks are prepared to your liking. Affordable. $
Wok N Roll: Claridge’s quick-stop Asian menu reads like your neighborhood take-out eatery. Affordable. $
Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa
Ben & Jerry’s: Everyone’s favorite ice cream stop offers Chunky Monkey, Rainforest Crunch to cool down. Located in The Cafeteria. Affordable. $
Bobby Flay Steak: Celebrity chef Bobby Flay’s Southwestern style comes to Atlantic City for his first steakhouse, which features an avant-garde menu including steaks and seafood from the Lobster Bar in a sleek, modern room. Pricey. $$$
Borgata Buffet: Indulge yourself in one of the city’s best buffet. It’s the most expensive buffet in the city but it’s worth it, offering a mix of gourmet dishes and typical buffet fare with scrumptious desserts. Standard. $$
Bread + Butter: American café featuring warm, crusty sandwiches, gourmet coffees, organic teas and signature “frozen hot chocolate.” Affordable. $
Fatburger: West Coast chain comes to Atlantic City with 100 percent all-beef fresh burgers smothered in toppings. Located in The Cafeteria. Affordable. $
Gypsy Bar: Cool bar specializing in tequilas offers small menu featuring sliders, wings and bar munchies. Affordable. $
Hibachi-San: Mouth-watering Japanese favorites prepared hibachi style. Located in The Cafeteria. Affordable. $
Lettuce Head: All salads made to order with finest, fresh-cut ingredients. Located in The Cafeteria. Affordable. $
The Metropolitan: 24-hour café feels like an upscale diner with classic and contemporary American cuisine along with an oyster bar and the must-try homemade gelato bar. Affordable. $
Minibar: Mini cocktails, New Orleans-style frozen daiquiris, non-alcoholic drinks served at quick-service bar. Located in The Cafeteria. Affordable. $
Noodles of the World: One of city’s best noodle bars, NOW also features authentic Asian beers and hearty offerings from around the world in masculine, contemporary setting right on casino floor. Affordable. $
Ombra: Walk down cavernous stairs into Luke Palladino’s wine cellar-like restaurant and bar featuring rustic Italian dishes plus cheese and wine bar featuring 14,000 bottles. Standard. $$
Old Homestead Steak House: New York’s legendary meat-packing district steakhouse comes to Atlantic City with an upscale, modern attitude but the same great steaks, including hand-massaged Kobe beef. One of the most impressive decors in the city. Pricey. $$$
Panda Express: Mandarin, Szechuan, Cantonese specialties served from this chain restaurant, including Americanized cuisine like beef and broccoli, Kung Pao chicken. Located in The Cafeteria. Affordable. $
Risi Bisi: Casual patio-style Italian dining featuring pizza, panini, salads. Affordable. $
Seablue: Acclaimed West Coast chef Michael Mina’s first East Coast offering features modern approaches to classic seafood dishes and fish from all over the world cooked over a wood-burning grill in a warm, dramatic dining room. Pricey. $$$
Specchio: Chef Luke Palladino’s modern Italian cuisine with a classical twist served in romantic modern ambiance. Pricey. $$$
Tony Luke’s: Philly’s popular cheesesteak joint comes to Atlantic City, also offering famous chicken cutlets, roast pork and roast beef on fresh-baked bread. Located in The Cafeteria. Affordable. $
Villa Pizza: Fresh pizza, stromboli, salads and authentic Italian entrees. Located in The Cafeteria. Affordable. $
Wolfgang Puck American Grille: Celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck’s first East Coast restaurant explores American cuisine with international influences. Restaurant features more casual, more affordable tavern area as well as upscale dining room. Tavern area: Standard. $$. Dining room: Pricey. $$$
Caesars Atlantic City
Bacchanal: A Roman celebration of Baccanalia with a five-course dinner served at an affordable fixed price that includes wine, music, massages and an experience unlike any other in Atlantic City. Great for romantic night out or a group celebration. Standard. $$
Buddakan: Stephen Starr’s Asian fusion cuisine finds a home at The Pier at Caesars and immediately becomes one of the most attractive and best restaurants in the city. Large golden Buddha a must-see. Layers and layers of flavor. Pricey. $$$
Café Roma: Typical 24-hour café serving breakfast, lunch, dinner. Standard. $$
Continental: Stephen Starr’s first Philadelphia restaurant gets its second location at The Pier at Caesars. Featuring trendy, upscale cuisine in a chic diner-like setting, Starr’s greatness in confirmed. Pricey. $$$
Game On!: Sports bar with too many large-screen and plasma televisions to count features scrumptious bar food. Late-night club scene, including mechanical bull, a blast. Standard. $$
Gladiator Grille: Grab a sandwich or entrée in a casual, comfortable setting. Standard. $$
Kwi Restaurant & Noodle Bar: The most ornate Asian restaurant in the city also features some of the finest Asian cuisine you’ll find in southern New Jersey, whether you’re looking for noodles or entrees. Check out the chopstick art wall. Standard. $$
La Piazza: Caesars’ buffet specializes in quality rather than quantity, but there’s enough here for everyone. Standard. $$
Mia: Philadelphia restaurateur Georges Perrier and acclaimed chef Chris Scarduzio team for this high-end restaurant in the former and still gorgeous Temple Bar location, specializing in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Pricey. $$$
Morton’s The Steakhouse: Gourmet steakhouse known around the country features one of its finest locations right here in Atlantic City. Lavish setting complements fine meats and seafood. Terrific bar area and accompanying food. Fine wines. Prciey. $$$
Nero’s Grill: Top-notch steakhouse also specializes in fine meats, particularly veal, as well as lobster and seafood. Sunday brunch overlooks ocean, maybe the best in city. Pricey. $$$
Phillips Seafood: Famous Maryland seafood chain comes north with authentic, fresh seafood restaurant good for couples, families and groups. Standard. $$
Primavera: Gourmet Italian restaurants specializes in northern and southern cuisine in Old World atmosphere. Great sauces, fine meats and wine. Located in Pier at Caesars. Pricey. $$$
Sonsie: Boston’s famous upscale café comes to the Pier at Caesars. European-style food pleases all palates, particularly seafood and meat lovers. Great bar. Pricey. $$$
Souzai Sushi & Sake: The name says it all. Phillips Seafood’s first premiere sushi restaurant features a diverse sushi menu plus a wide array of sake and cocktails served overlooking the ocean, beach and Boardwalk. Pricey. $$$
Trinity Irish Pub & Carvery: This authentic Irish Pub features above-average Pub food in a setting constructed from former Irish pubs and businesses from Ireland. Plenty of Irish beer on tap. Located inside Pier at Caesars. Standard. $$
Harrah’s Atlantic City
Bluepoint: Located inside The Steakhouse, this fresh raw bar features your favorites on the half shell as fresh as you can get them, plus an impressive selection of martinis. Standard. $$
Club Cappuccino: As you might expect, a casual café with desserts, coffee, cappuccino, overstuffed sandwiches, ice cream and more. Affordable. $$
The Deli: A quick place to grab a deli-sized sandwich, including all your favorites like sweet and sour cabbage soup, corned beef, brisket and even cheesesteaks. Affordable. $
Waterfront Buffet: Atlantic City’s newest buffet is extremely impressive not just for its array of food but for its sheer size and number of interactive stations. One of best in city. Standard. $$
Polistina’s Italian Ristorante: Gourmet Italian cuisine served in single servings or family style, featuring veal, seafood, steak, pasta and more. Pricey. $$$
Reflections Café: Like its names suggests, this 24-hour café overlooks the water, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner. Standard. $$
The Steakhouse: Angus roast prime rib, pork porterhouse and shrimp Wellington are favorites in this classy, upscale steakhouse. Pricey. $$$
Resorts Atlantic City
Asian Spice: Experience authentic cuisine from the Far East at this restaurant, which features and upscale dining room as well as a quick-bite noodle bar. Great view overlooking ocean. Affordable to Pricey. $- $$- $$$
Boardwalk Perks: A quick place to grab fine coffee. Affordable. $
The Buffet: Specializing in seafood on Fridays, this buffet offers something for everyone in an old-school buffet atmosphere. Affordable. $
Breadsticks Café & Grill: This 24-hour café features everything from breakfast to hearty entrees, brick-oven pizza, sandwiches and desserts. Standard. $$
Capriccio: Overlooking the ocean, this Italian restaurant is one of the classiest atmospheres in town. Fresh pasta, seafood and veal, Capriccio is always rated among Zagat’s top restaurants. Pricey. $$$
Gallagher’s: Famous New York steakhouse comes to Atlantic City with signature dry-aged beef, plus seafood in classic yet modern atmosphere. Beautiful bar area. Pricey. $$$
Gallagher’s Burger Bar: Gallagher’s operates this fantastic burger bar that features an array of fine burgers as well as innovative appetizers and sandwiches in a trendy bar setting. Standard. $$
Showboat Casino-Hotel
Canal Street Bread & Sandwich Co.: Quick stop for gourmet crepes, sandwiches, pan pizza, salads, desserts in casual setting. Affordable. $
Casa Di Napoli: Signature Italian dishes and brick-oven breads and pizza served in this upscale atmosphere. Pricey. $$$
French Quarter Buffet: One of the largest buffets in town is also one of the best. American, seafood, Asian, Italian and other ethnic dishes offer plenty of choices. Standard. $$
Mansion Café: One of nicest 24-hour cafes in town, the Mansion serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in a Southern plantation setting. Standard. $$
Rib & Chophouse: A meat lover’s dream, this gourmet steakhouse specializes in fine meats and seafood grilled to order. Raw bar a plus. Pricey. $$$
House of Blues: Southern-inspired and traditional American favorites in a fun, lively setting. Standard. $$
North Sea Village: Upscale Asian cuisine served inside the Rib & Chophouse specializes in fresh fish flown in daily. Standard. $$
Royal Noodle House: Located next to Fortune Gaming Pavilion, this is an authentic noodle bar offering Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese noodle, rice and dim-sum dishes. Standard. $$
Starbucks Coffee: America’s favorite coffeehouse. Affordable. $
Tropicana Casino and Resort
A Dam Good Deli: Mom-and-pop-style deli offers overstuffed sandwiches piled high with brand-name meats and cheeses, homemade soups and salads. Affordable. $
A Dam Good Sports Bar: Plenty of TVs, beer on tap, pool tables and bar munchies to please most finicky sports fan. Affordable. $
Boardwalk Favorites: Classic Boardwalk treats like foot-long hot dogs, smoothies, soft pretzels and pizza. Affordable. $
Brulee: A dessert-only restaurant that raises the pastry arts to the level of theater. Premium coffees, teas and cordials complement your indulgences. Affordable. $
Carmine’s: The New York City institution’s first venture out of the Big Apple; the portions of this family-style Italian restaurant are sure to please. Standard. $$
Comedy Stop Café & Cabaret: Grab a bite before the laughs begin at the Comedy Stop’s café, which features light fare. Afforable. $
Corky’s Ribs & BBQ: One of the best casino barbecues you’ll find. This legendary BBQ joint has been featured in major publications around the country for a good reason: the food is hearty and delicious. Casual, fun setting. Standard. $$
Create A Cone: Patrons choose favorite flavors, toppings, and staff mixes them together on marble slab. Affordable. $
Cuba Libre: Popular Philadelphia Cuban restaurant recreates 1940s Havana street scene with lively atmosphere, cool bar, savory dishes and dance shows. Club at night. Standard. $$
Fiesta Buffet: Havana-themed buffet features attractive dining room, all-you-can-eat crab legs, prime rib, carving and grill stations, international cuisine and desserts. Standard. $$
Golden Dynasty Restaurant: Beautiful gourmet asian restaurant features moon gate entrances and Buddha garden with traditional Chinese cuisine, Cantonese specialties and exotic delicacies. Pricey. $$$
Hooters: Famous restaurant famous for the hot chicks as much as hot wings. Fun place to hang for wings, sandwiches, munchies. Affordable. $
Il Verdi: Award-winning chefs prepare northern Italian dishes in a romantic setting. Osso Bucco, seared red snapper, fantastic appetizers signature items. Pricey. $$$
P.F. Chang’s China Bistro: Asian chain knows how to prepare Chinese cuisine with a contemporary twist in classy, modern setting. Standard. $$
Red Square: Hip, cutting-edge restaurant with a pseudo-Soviet atmosphere highlighted by a 60-foot ice bar, ice columns, 160-plus rare vodkas and tremendous food. Pricey. $$$
Ri-Ra Irish Pub: Authentic Irish dishes in pub constructed out of former pubs from Ireland. Raucous place at night. Standard. $$
Seaside Café: Typical 24-hour café offering breakfast, lunch, dinner. Pizza’s great. Standard. $$
Starbucks Coffee: America’s favorite coffeehouse. Affordable. $
Wellington’s Steak & Seafood: Stunning ocean view from every elegant table featuring classic seafood dishes with a modern flair. Sunday brunch fantastic. Pricey. $$$
The Palm: Known as much for it’s a-list celebrity regulars and caricatures as for its Prime steaks, lobsters and traditional Italian dishes. Pricey. $$$
Trump Marina Hotel Casino
Bayside Buffet: Casual dining features all-you-can eat prime rib and shrimp Monday to Thursday, plus seafood buffet Friday. Standard. $$
The Café: No matter when you’re hungry, this 24-hour café will satisfy with large menu including breakfast, lunch and dinner in recently renovated setting. Standard. $$
Cosimo’s Pizza: Grab a slice or Italian entrée at quick-stop eatery. Affordable. $
The Deck Bayfront Bar & Restaurant: One of summer’s hottest spots, The Deck features munchies, pizza, sandwiches, cool drinks and more as you take in the music, the sun and the fun. Affordable. $
DJ’s Steakhouse: Prime certified Angus beef and seafood specialties, chilled shellfish and great desserts served in new modern steakhouse. Pricey. $$$
Finestra: Trendy, hip Italian restaurant overlooks marina, specializes in zesty, colorful dishes including osso bucco, lobster risotto, brick-oven pizza. Vegas-style ambiance. Lunch and dinner. Standard to Pricey. $$-$$$
Harbor View: Elegant dining focusing on seafood and steaks with stunning view of Atlantic City skyline and marina. Pricey. $$$
Hooters: Famous restaurant famous for the hot chicks as much as hot wings. Fun place to hang for wings, sandwiches, munchies. Affordable. $
Imperial Court: Always rated as one of finest Asian restaurants in town served in cozy atmosphere. Asian delicacies prepared in Hunan, Cantonese and Szechuan styles. Standard. $$
The Poolside Cafe: Located on the 5th floor with a beautiful view of A.C. skyline, enjoy light fare, cool drinks next to pool. Affordable. $
Harborview: Name says it all: each table boasts magnificent view of bay and marina as you indulge in seafood specialties. Standard. $$
Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino
24 Central Café: One of A.C.’s top casino cafes offers typical café food but raises the bar if you want to be treated to something special. Grilled steaks, seafood and Asian dishes found here unlike most cafes. Standard. $$
The Beach Bar: One of the best beach bars in town. The only one with a full kitchen, including seafood, sandwiches, burgers, pizza and more. Frozen drinks, live music. Affordable. $
Broadway Buffet: Small buffet offers typical buffet fare. Affordable. $
Café Sbarro: Casual Italian cuisine featuring slices, pasta, salads. Affordable. $
China Café: Fusion of Asian cuisines including Cantonese and Japanese as well as Americanized Asian dishes. Affordable. $
Evo: Traditional and modern Italian cuisine served in trendy setting or right on the Boardwalk. Standard. $
Fortunes: Mandarin, Cantonese and Szechuan delights served in authentic Chinese atmosphere. Pricey. $$$
Max’s Steak House: Classic steakhouse lets the food do the talking. Fresh meats and seafood with creative flair. Pricey. $$$
Roberto’s Ristorante: Specializing in nothern Italy’s finest cuisine, the food is complemented by the ocean view. Superb brunch Sundays.Standard. $$
Rainforest Café: Chain restaurant with environmental, jungle theme great for families. Sandwiches, entrees, fun place overall. Standard. $$
Starbucks Coffee: America’s favorite coffeehouse. Affordable. $
Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort
Burger: Awesome burger bar featuring fresh-made shakes, fries, onion rings. Affordable. $
Dynasty: Far East cuisine - Cantonese and Chinese - plus sushi offered in authentic Asian pavilion. Pricey. $$$
Go: Grab a quick bite with homemade paninis, salads, sandwiches, breakfast items. Affordable. $
Hard Rock Café: National chain with music memorabilia features above-average burgers, sandwiches, American entrees. Cool bar. Standard. $$
Mark Anthony’s: Beautiful Old World Italian restaurant overlooking ocean featuring upscale cuisine, desserts, brick-oven pizza, fine Sunday brunch. Pricey. $$$
Moon at Dynasty: Bar in front entrance of Dynasty Asian restaurant features sushi, upscale cocktails like the Sake-tini. Standard. $$
Plate: Perhaps the nicest 24-hour café in town. Plate is a cool spot that features a bar in the center of the room, entrees that stand a foot off the plate. Standard. $$
Poker Snack Bar: Quick-service outlet for burgers, cheesesteaks, soups, sandwiches for quick break from cards. Affordable. $
The Rim: Authentic noodle bar great for quick bite. Affordable. $
Safari Steakhouse: Rustic jungle theme with large tree growing through middle of dining room, animal-skin carpeting, furniture, fireplace. Specilizing in Prime aged beef, lamb chops, veal chops and over-the-top desserts. Pricey. $$$
Sbarro: Casual Italian cuisine featuring slices, pasta, salads. Affordable. $
Stage Deli of New York: Legendary New York deli in Atlantic City features same stacked sandwiches, deli favorites. Standard. $$
Starbucks Coffee: America’s favorite coffeehouse. Affordable. $
Sultan’s Feast Buffet: Rotisserie, fresh pizza, international cuisine at relatively small buffet. Standard. $$