Backstreet Cafe

A Cape May, NJ Restaurant Rating and Review

Backstreet Cafe 600 Park Boulevard West Cape May, NJ (609) 884-7660

 

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Restaurant Review

Most diners report the value is excellent with very reasonable prices Some diners report the dishes with jumbo lump crab meat are excellent and the portions generous. Some diners report that even with reservations, there can be an extensive wait on busy summer weekends. Value: Excellent Noise Level: Moderate Dress: Very casual Recommended For: Diners who enjoy good food with fresh local ingredients at a very reasonable price Not Recommended For: Diners who prefer more complex food preparations in a more upscale setting and amenities Recommended dishes: Crab Imperial, Baby Lamb Chops, and Grilled Salmon Liquor: BYOB

In a Jersey Shore destination with plenty of fine dining restaurants, the Backstreet Cafe is an alternative and a favorite amongst locals and frequently visited tourists who come here for good food and reasonable prices in an unpretentious atmosphere.

The restaurant offers food that can be considered "fine dining quality" but lacks the amenities and trimmings that a fine dining restaurant offers.

Located on a backstreet in West Cape May, this small cafe has a "homey" ambiance with walls adorned with art work.

Owner-chef Theresa Mc Glade is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in NY. She features well prepared dishes using fresh local ingredients.

The bread and desserts are made in house and served fresh each day.

The Backstree Cafe is noted for ofering generous portions of fresh lump crab meat served with their crab meat menu items.

The standard menu selections are limited and to get the top menu items, order from the chalkboard of daily specials.

The service is "homey" and friendly.

Do not expect the upscale trimmings and amenities normally found at a fine dining restaurant. The tables are covered with a clear plexiglass covering, stainless steel cutlery, and linen napkins. Coffee is served in a variety of non matching promotional mugs such as Disney World, etc. accompanied by diner style packaged half & half creamers.

Reservations are highly recommended during the busy summer season.

The Backstreet Cafe has plenty of free on-site parking available

Open Mother's Day through Columbus Day

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