Discover Marge's Diner in Clermont, the local Cape May County bre

Philadelphia Flyers head coach Rick Tocchet recently stopped by a local Cape May County breakfast and lunch spot and signed his No. 22 Flyers jersey with the tag, "Best Restaurant at the Shore".

Rick Tocchet Crowns Clermont Diner Best at the Shore

Tocchet was talking about Marge's Diner, a beloved hidden gem at 1974 Route 9 in Clermont, a place that he and some other Philadelphia sports stars seem to visit a lot when they are visiting the Sea Isle City, Avalon, or Stone Harbor beaches.

Jason Kelce and Cole Hamels Join the Star-Studded Guest List

In addition to Tocchet, former Eagles star and Super Bowl champion Jason Kelce was recently at this unassuming roadside diner. This past weekend, former Phillies pitcher, World Series champion, and MVP Cole Hamels stopped by to wish one of the dedicated staff members, Sydney, a Happy Birthday.

A South Jersey Breakfast Tradition Since 1947

It's not the only time Hamels has stopped by; he was also at Marge's back in July of 2025 to enjoy this fantastic “mom and pop” stop that has been serving breakfast and lunch from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. since 1947.

Have you ever been to Marge's Diner? Will you be stopping by this summer? Let us know in the comment section on social media!

Ranking of the Best Restaurants in Avalon, New Jersey

Rated one of the Best Weekend Getaway Towns in New Jersey, Avalon is best known for its beautiful houses and free parking. Also, there is a quaint boardwalk along with an extensive recreation area for people who want to enjoy sports activities.

However, Avalon is also well known for its restaurants, so we have gathered information from Google Analytics, Facebook Reviews, and Google Reviews to rank the best restaurants in this South Jersey Coastal Community. So check out our rankings and see where your favorites landed on our list:

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The Top Rated Restaurants to visit in Sea Isle City, NJ

From Fish Alley to the Nightlife along Landis Avenue to the modernization of Townsend's Inlet, Sea Isle City has become a popular place for locals and vacationers to find various places to eat while maintaining the Shore Town's rich history.

We have used data from Google Analytics and Reviews to rank the best places to eat in Sea Isle City. Did any of your favorite restaurants make our list?

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