Washington Inn, Cape May, New Jersey Restaurant Details

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best oysters I ever had……..who has Nino Negri on their wine list…..only someone who really knows their Italian wines……new manager makes the experience over the top……excellent food, wine and service!

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It pains me to write anything less than a stellar review for a place so highly rated but I have to be true to my experience. My friend wanted to take me to the Inn to try it as it is noted as one of the best restaurants in the state. I have been to the other tops ones in NJ and they are some of my favorite all-times. I liked another place’s menu better but she really wanted to try this place out during our vacation. I give two thumbs up for their pear martini (the best pear martini I have ever had) and the quickness of the valet and hostess staff especially on a busy Saturday night. That is why I gave this place 2 stars rather than one. That is where our positive experience ends. Our waitress although attentive was very rushed and tossed us our silverware and food instead of taking her time to make a nice presentation. I have never been tossed my silverware at a bar before, let alone a place that is supposed to be classy. The appetizer we ordered was mysteriously canceled as the Inn couldn’t make it and my roasted beet and asparagus salad was bland. I ordered the grilled scallops special and was very disappointed when I cut into each of them to find they were cold and raw (gray, jelly centered). I had to spit out the one bite I accidentally attempted to eat. When I sent back the scallops I was disappointed to see that I was given back the same scallops, instead of having them replaced, and it appeared as if they were simply heated up in the microwave or oven. The desserts, chocolate bombe and crème brulee, were bland too. The chocolate bombe was to have a hazelnut taste and it simply tasted like chocolate cake. I am not a picky eater and overall was very disappointed with the way my food was handled and the taste. It was not worth the almost $200 we paid for our meals. I found the local cafes had better food. Due to my uncooked, cold scallops incident I would not recommend this place. I know, I am in shock too, yet there is no excuse for the less than okay service and serving raw food and not replacing/cooking it correctly.

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Best service on east coast. Amazing food all year around and fine wine for all occasions

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The meal my wife and I had tonight at the Washington Inn was incredible from beginning to end. If you want a first class dining experience while visiting Cape May, look no further! (Make your reservation online ahead of time or you probably wont get a table.)

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This is the best restaurant I have ever eaten at! The food is amazing, the wait staff was incredible and so accommodating, great atmosphere. Even the valet parking was exceptional. I would like to give it 6 stars if I could.

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Always a pleasure, this classy longtime favorite is still the gold standard for fine dining in Cape May, serving terrific American food in a romantic restored plantation home with a variety of dining rooms; sure, it's a splurge and can be crowded during high season, but impeccable service and a great wine cellar make it a natural for a first date or an anniversary dinner.