Easter Holiday Offerings Abound in Area

Nothing says Easter like a cream-filled chocolate egg, dinner with family, and a visit from the Easter Bunny himself. And this year, Cape May County is definitely delivering all that and more. Here’s our run-down on all the best breakfast, brunch, and dinner specials, where to buy those Easter basket essentials, and who can help you capture all those holiday memories.
The Grand Hotel
1045 Beach Ave, Cape May, 609-884-5611, www.grandcapemay.com
The Grand Hotel is proud to present a series of Easter Family Buffets in their fabulous 5th floor oceanfront penthouse ballroom. Enjoy a full course meal while taking in the breathtaking panoramic views of the Atlantic and historic Cape May. Easter Sunday’s Hearty Breakfast Buffet, from 8 to 11 am, features over 21 assorted choices from omelets made to order to Belgian Waffles, fresh fruits, and fresh pastries for only $17 for adults and $9 for children. Make memories at the “Grand-tastic” Easter Brunch from 11 am to 4 pm featuring fine dining favorites including carved Slow-Roasted Prime Rib, Oven Roasted Turkey, Seafood Stir-fry and many more. Peter Cottontail will be present for the “Grand” festivities all day long so don’t forget a camera! For reservations and more info, call 609-884-5611.
M.P. Myers Photography
611 Jefferson St, Cape May, 609-884-6354, www.mpmyersphotography.com
Make lasting memories this Easter holiday with the professional help of M.P. Myers Photography. M.P. Myers now features a Children’s Easter Special in which your little ones can be photographed with live chicks and surrounded by gorgeous floral arrangements in celebration of the holiday. This amazing photography package will be offered Thursday, March 28 through Saturday March, 30. Call 609-884-6354 for an appointment or visit www.mpmyersphotography.com for more information.
The Blue Claw
991 Ocean Dr, Cape May, 609-884-5878, www.blueclawrestaurant.com
Need a little spring in your step? The Blue Claw reopens this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with flavorful old and new menu items, seasonal offerings, and extended hours. For those who love tradition, visit Shannon in the Pub for Prussian Pearls, ice-cold beer on tap, and our signature martinis. Enjoy Easter dinner featuring Baby Rack of Lamb and Salmon Oscar in addition to our regular menu. Reservations are suggested. See our Herald ad for additional information.
Rio Station
Grande Center Shopping Mall, Rio Grande, 609-889-2000
Celebrate Easter dinner this year with Rio Station, a Cape May County tradition for 26 years. Patrons can enjoy Rio’s Easter specialties as well as their delicious regular menu featuring hand-cut steaks, locally caught seafood, and renowned homemade crab cakes. Dinner will be served from noon to 8 pm and reservations are recommended. Rio Station also invites patrons to experience weekday Rio Nights with Tuesday’s World Tavern Poker and $5 appetizers, Thursday’s Prime Rib Night, and Friday’s Terry-oke! starting at 9 pm in the bar area. With 14 international and domestic beers on tap plus 16 wines served by the glass, Rio Station offers both an Easter and dinner experience you have to see to believe.
The Bellevue Tavern
7-9 Main St, Cape May Court House, 609-463-1738, www.bellevuetavern.com
Join the Bellevue Tavern for Easter Sunday and enjoy a complimentary mimosa with the purchase of an entrée from their extensive regular menu. The Bellevue will also be celebrating the holiday AND the ladies as each female patron will receive a complimentary Easter carnation! The Bellevue will be serving both lunch and dinner all day beginning at noon. Call 463-1738 for reservations. As always, the Bellevue Tavern promises great food, great times, and great crab cakes this Easter Sunday!
Flip Flopz Beach Bar & Grill,
Spruce and Olde New Jersey Aves, North Wildwood, 609-522-3350, www.flipflopzbarandgrill.com
Join Flip Flopz Beach Bar & Grill for Easter brunch with a fun Caribbean flair. Brunch will be available from 10 am to 2 pm and will feature everything from traditional breakfast meats and French toast including cheese blintzes, seafood and carved ham and beef. Reservations are recommended. Enjoy your Easter Sunday at a family-friendly price. Before the holiday, enjoy Fabulous Friday Happy Hour 3-8 pm featuring $5 appetizers and drink specials. On Saturdays, sample the 4 course dinner specials for only $20. The dance floor heats up with live DJ entertainment from 9 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Make this Easter weekend one to remember with the Flip Flopz experience.
Westy’s Irish Pub
101 E. Walnut Avenue, North Wildwood, 609-522-4991,

www.westysirishpub.com
Westy’s Irish Pub invites families and friends to join them for an extra special Easter dinner on the Inlet. Start with the exclusive Cajun Blackened Scallops appetizer or opt for a taste of the Sautéed Lobster Tail in pesto cream sauce served over Angel Hair. Choose from a range of succulent entrees including the fresh Surf ‘N Turf featuring Lobster Tail and Filet Mignon, the Almond Crusted Norwegian Salmon Filet, or the Roast Leg of Lamb, an Easter classic. Post-holiday, enjoy Westy’s weekly specials such as Prime Rib Tuesdays or Super Size Chicken Parm on Wednesdays. Every weekend at Westy’s promises the best in live entertainment! For more info on Easter specials and more, call 609-522-4991.
Ravioli House
103 East Bennett Avenue, Wildwood 609-522-7894
www.theraviolihousewildwood.com
The Ravioli House will be open Thursday through Sunday of Easter weekend, serving dinner from 4 p.m. Don’t miss out on their famous All You Can Eat Buffet beginning Friday at 4 p.m. The pastry shop will be open Thursday through Sunday as well and will offer Easter Ham Pies, Easter breads, and many other deliciously fresh items that’ll make your taste buds happy this holiday! Be sure to stop by….
Tuckahoe Inn, 1 Harbor Rd, Marmora, 609-390-3322, www.tuckahoeinn.com
Join the Tuckahoe Inn on Easter Sunday from noon to 8 p.m. and enjoy a full course holiday meal from their exclusive Easter menu. You are sure to leave satisfied as each Easter dinner selection includes a choice of appetizer, soup or salad, intermezzo, entrée, dessert, and coffee. Start with the Shrimp Cocktail, Petite Beef Wellington, or Garden Bruschetta followed by the Creamy French Garden Soup. For the main course, sample the Honey Glazed Ham, Prime Rib, Filet Mignon or any of the other fine dining options. Little bunnies also have several choices on the kids’ menu. Finish with a slice of rich Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie, Carrot Cake, and more. Call now for reservations.
Rio Grande Diner, 1305 Rt. 47 South, Rio Grande, 609-886-7376
Make Rio Grande Diner your destination for a delicious Easter breakfast, lunch, or dinner and celebrate the holiday with a selection from their many Easter specials. The Rio Grande Diner is one of the most versatile full service restaurants on the South Jersey Shore and offers homemade delicacies that satisfy anyone’s appetite. Rio Grande Diner’s on-premises bakery offers a superb, made-from-scratch selection, from fresh strawberry cakes, cheese cakes, and Greek pastries to homemade cinnamon bread, pies, muffins, and Danish. Be sure to place your order for Easter dinner desserts early. John, family, and staff wish all their loyal customers a blessed Easter. Call 609-886-7376 for more information.
Harbor View, 954 Ocean Dr, Cape May, 609-884-5444, www.harborviewcapemay.com
The Harbor View invites both real kids and kids at heart to enjoy Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Saturday, March 30th, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. The Easter Bunny will be ready and willing for his close-up…simply bring your own camera to capture the moment. The Harbor View will be offering its usual delicious breakfast menu all morning long. Or get a healthy start to Easter Sunday with Harbor View Easter breakfast, served from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Easter dinner will be served from 2 p.m. and features the versatile regular menu plus lots of additional holiday choices. Don’t miss out on your photo op with the Easter Bunny himself. For reservations or more info, call 884-5444.
The Merion Inn, 106 Decatur St, Cape May, 609-884-8363, www.merioninn.com
The always-charming Merion Inn of Cape May invites patrons to join them for Easter Sunday lunch and/or dinner from noon to 8 p.m. The Merion Inn will be featuring their signature full menu in addition to numerous Easter specials and special brunch items from noon to 1:30 pm. Now open for the season, the Merion features Jazz Trio Thursdays from 8:30 pm. Enjoy smooth jazz sounds in a charming Victorian ambiance at a Cape May institution since 1885. For menu and more info, visit www.merioninn.com.
Tisha’s, 322 Washington Street Mall, Cape May, 609-884-9119, www.tishafinedining.com
Paul and Jennifer Negro welcome you to visit Tisha’s on the Washington Street Mall in Cape May for a memorable brunch or dinner to celebrate the Easter holiday with friends or family. Tisha’s is open year round featuring two beautiful dining rooms with a fresh, modern look and outside dining on the patio available in season. Tisha’s is established as a great place for a great dining experience. Chef owner Paul Negro’s new American Cuisine is inspired by his Italian heritage and a passion for quality food, pleasing customers for over 20 years. Returning customers will always find some new options as well as their fan favorites. Call 609-884-9119 for reservations. Visit www.tishafinedining.com for menu and more information.
The Washington Inn, 801 Washington St, Cape May, 609-884-5697, www.washingtoninn.com
Make this Easter Day an occasion to remember at the ever-elegant Washington Inn. The Washington Inn offers an Easter Sunday Buffet Brunch 10 a.m. -2 p.m. the entire family will enjoy, adults $28 and children $16. The Washington Inn is also serving a la carte dinner from 4 p.m. A true Cape May Institution, the Washington Inn is located on Washington Street and is open Saturday night March 23 and every Friday and Saturday night beginning March 29th. For Easer Day reservations or more info, call 609-884-5697 or visit washingtoninn.com.
Woody’s Place, 18th & New Jersey Aves., North Wildwood, 609-522-3030
Woody’s Place invites diners to feast on a range of delectable specials this Easter Sunday beginning at 4 p.m. Appetizer choices will include scallops wrapped in bacon or a sushi selection of California and tuna rolls. For the main entrée, Woody’s serves up choices of Steak au Poivre, Grilled Ham Steak drizzled in a cherry glaze, and Fresh Broiled Tilapia stuffed with crab imperial. Before or after enjoying one of these mouth-watering options, Woody’s invites you to their Happy Hour all day and all night with special drink prices and ½ price appetizers at the bar.
Nino’s, 16 South Main Street, Court House, 609-465-6300, www.ninosfamilyrestaurant.net
For a traditional Easter feast plus favorite Italian delicacies, make Nino’s Family Restaurant your dining destination this holiday weekend. Nino’s features Easter dishes such as lamb and their regular menu of seafood, veal, and pasta creations will also be available. The North Wildwood location is currently closed for renovations, but Nino’s invites all patrons to join them at their Court House location on Route 9 across from Sturdy Savings Bank. Easter dinner will be served Friday, Saturday, and Sunday beginning at 2 p.m.
Casey’s on Third, Third & New York Aves, North Wildwood, 609-522-7759, www.caseysonthird.com
Casey’s on Third invites you to start the holiday right with their Sunday March 31st Easter Breakfast Buffet for just $10.99 per diner. The whole family is invited to fill up on egg, ham, and cheese casserole, scrambled eggs, pancakes, French toast, hash browns, bacon, sausage, and assorted breads and Danishes. This complete buffet will be featured from 9 a.m. to noon, but Easter patrons are also encouraged to check out Casey’s awesome lunch and dinner specials.
Laura’s Fudge, Wildwood & Ocean Ave., Wildwood, 609-729-1555, www.laurasfudge .com
Get your sugary fix this Easter season at “The Greatest Name in Fudge” – Laura’s Fudge Shop. Serving up the sweetest treats since 1926, Laura’s is proud to offer free personalization of your Easter candies this season. Simply pre-order today! Laura’s also features chocolate covered peeps and homemade made-to-order chocolate bunnies, chicks, and eggs. Choose from hollow milk, dark, or white chocolate or opt for Laura’s rich buttercream, coconut, or peanut butter filling. Laura’s also invites Easter patrons to sample their classics including sixteen flavors of homemade fudge, chocolate covered fruits, and salt water taffy. For your holiday candy needs, look no further than Laura’s.
The Wharf, 708 West Burk Avenue, Wildwood, 609 522-6336 www.TheWharfnj.com
The Wharf will be opening Fri., March 29 for the 2013 season for lunch and dinner on Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. Be sure to stop by on Easter Sunday and enjoy selections from their special holiday menu for only $19.95 per person. The Easter Menu includes a starter, an entrée and a dessert for each person. Appetizers included a house salad with a Citrus Vinaigrette dressing, Seafood Gumbo, Crab Bruschetta or New England clam chowder. Entrees include everything from a Honey Glazed Ham with Pineapple Stuffing to Chicken Francaise with Lemon Butter Sauce or an Herb Roasted Prime Rib of Beef. Be sure to treat yourself to a sweet; it is included in the price. Choose from Cookies and Cream Bread Pudding, Key Lime Pie or Crème Brulee. Satisfy your taste buds this holiday weekend while dining with some friends and family in either their heated outdoor section or cozy dining room inside. Just don’t miss out.
Look for more additions to this list of top-notch Easter specials in next week’s Herald and you and your loved ones are sure to have a happy Easter.