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Union Park

4.7 (4380)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
727 Beach Ave, Cape May, NJ 08204

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Union Park

4.7
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Cape May

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Across from the ocean, this elegant dining room serves classic American food with a special touch. Union Park Dining Room received New Jersey Monthly Magazine 2005 thru 2018 Critics Choice Award as one of the best restaurants in New Jersey. Working his magic behind the scenes, chef John Schatz has overseen the kitchens of some sophisticated eateries in the Philadelphia/South Jersey area, including the former Maureen's in Cape May. The large, spacious dining rooms with their fireplaces, cherry & mahogany furniture & antique fixtures are romance personified. Settle in for a memorable meal. Open Table Diner's Choice Award 2010-2020
Private dining rooms available from 8 to 80 guests.
Banquet Facilities: Located in the historic Hotel Macomber, union park dining room is available for both casual & elegant parties, receptions, special occasion dinners or complete weddings. Our facility can host groups up to 130 people, depending on the type of reception you des

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Global, International, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    John Schatz
  • Catering
    Private dining rooms available from 8 to 45 guests. Please call (609) 884-8811 for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining available for groups of 8 to 45 persons in one of our three intimate private dining rooms or the outside verandah. Special menus available upon request. Complete buyouts for the entire restaurant are available for groups for up to 135 guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Cape May
  • Cross street
    Howard Street
  • Parking details
    on street only
  • Public transit
    n/a
  • Entertainment
    n/a
  • Additional
    Banquet, BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wine
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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Union Park.

4.7

4.7
(4380)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Cape May

    Best Service

  • Cape May

    Best Ambiance

  • Cape May

    Romantic

  • Cape May

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Union Park offers an "innovative menu" in a sophisticated setting. Diners rave about the "prix fixe menu" as a "terrific value" and praise the "professional and knowledgeable staff." The seafood, especially the sea bass and lobster, is highlighted for its excellence. With "elegant ambiance" and BYOB policy, it's a Cape May gem.
4,380 Reviews
  1. Christine Gold

    Atlantic City98 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurants in cape May. Love the beet salad, scallop appetizer and sea bass dishes. Great chef!

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  2. Jim Gold

    New Jersey36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 29, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Innovative menu. Sophisticated setting. Professional and knowledgeable staff.

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  3. Gene

    Atlantic City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    27 years as slocals in N Cape May, and this was our first time at Union Park. What a great experience...grilled octopus...sea bass...elk chop...and were all first class, and entrees were complimented well with delicious farro grain / vegetable beds. Our server Shirley presented the menu prefectly, and her service was outstanding. PSI and Ebbet Room are our favorite stops for a local fine dining experience, now Union Park may be our go to. Looking forward to going back.

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  4. Laura Gold

    Washington DC61 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Four of us went for a Prix fix dinner. They have very elegant dining rooms. We had lobster tails with risotto, roasted chicken with potatoes and haricot vert, Caesar salad, cheese cake and fruit tart. All excellent! You can BYOB. Highly recommend. Very reasonable. I would return.

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  5. Peter Gold

    Philadelphia55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had another wonderful dinner at one of our favorite restaurants in Cape May! We started with pate and beet salad, then had sea bass and elk, followed by lemon sorbet. Our friends brought a nice Chablis, which went well with the meal. Our gratitude to our wonderful server Shirley, who took great care of us!

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  6. Lew

    Philadelphia6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was excellent except the lobster; it was too salty and not buttery. They were kind enough to take it off the bill. I hope they improve the lobster, maybe it was one dish not prepared properly. We will come back. The ambiance and service were excellent.

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  7. David

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every thing was great that being said Lori made the night

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  8. Jeffrey Gold

    New York City77 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our Go-to place for special occasions or just a nice, elegant night out. The food is expertly prepared, service is elegant and professional, and there are never any bumps in the road! Thanks to Bob and Shirley for making every visit special!

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  9. andrea

    Atlantic City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best dinners we’ve had in a long time. Great service and looking forward to our next visit.

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  10. James

    Atlantic City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great dinner. Shirley is the best server in Cape May.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Global, International, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon, Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    John Schatz
  • Catering
    Private dining rooms available from 8 to 45 guests. Please call (609) 884-8811 for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining available for groups of 8 to 45 persons in one of our three intimate private dining rooms or the outside verandah. Special menus available upon request. Complete buyouts for the entire restaurant are available for groups for up to 135 guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Cape May
  • Cross street
    Howard Street
  • Parking details
    on street only
  • Public transit
    n/a
  • Entertainment
    n/a
  • Additional
    Banquet, BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wine
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FAQs

Saturday nights are a favorite, many guests make Saturday dinner at Union Park part of their annual Victorian Weekend tradition.

Yes, Union Park publishes seasonal menus alongside its à la carte offerings, for example a "2026 Summer Special" menu.

Yes, Union Park’s elegant dining rooms, fireplaces, and many guests’ anniversary visits make it a popular choice for a romantic, special-evening meal.

Union Park often fills up and feels lively at peak times, reviewers describe the dining room as consistently full and the restaurant as busy, but some guests have also reported it being quiet on certain visits, including a recently quiet Friday after reopening.

Yes, Union Park offers outdoor dining on a large porch/porch seating that overlooks the ocean, which many guests say is a lovely spot to eat.

The North American Lobster (twin butter-poached lobster tails) is a recurring favorite, it appears on the current menu and multiple guests praise the lobster as a highlight of their meals.

Union Park is an elegant, Victorian-style dining room, fireplaces, cherry and mahogany furniture, and antique fixtures create a classic, romantic setting that reviewers repeatedly praise for special occasions.

Casual Dress, aim for neat, comfortable clothing; many guests still dress up a touch for anniversaries and special occasions.

Union Park’s early‑bird/prix‑fixe dinner is a standout, many guests specifically recommend the early‑bird pre‑fixe as a great time to visit.

Yes, Union Park regularly offers prix‑fixe programs and seasonal specials, including a current three‑course '2026 Summer Special' menu alongside their well‑liked early‑bird and restaurant‑week offerings.

Yes, Union Park is family‑friendly: guests have brought children who loved their meals, and servers are described as patient and attentive with young diners.

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Union Park

4.7
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Cape May

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
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