The Lobster House in Cape May Named One of Nation’s Best

Locals have known for years about the Lobster House in Cape May and their great waterfront setting.

Now, people from all over the country are about to find out about this wonderful spot after the recent USA Today rankings of the best waterfront restaurants in the country.

The USA TODAY 10BEST series looked for the most exceptional waterfront restaurants across the country, with outstanding service, delicious meals crafted from fresh, high-quality ingredients, and especially stunning views.

After the list is established, readers from around the country vote for their favorite spot.

Cape May’s Lobster House Receives National Recognition

In its new rankings of the best waterfront restaurant in the country, The Lobster House at 906 Schellenger Landing Road in Cape May came in as the No. 6-ranked spot in the country for waterfront dining.

Experience authentic waterfront dining at The Lobster House, a legendary Jersey Shore restaurant that offers picturesque views of Cape May Harbor. Renowned for their whole lobsters and signature seafood pasta, this beloved institution embraces a casual yet festive vibe, ideal for seafood aficionados of all ages. With a bustling dockside bar and occasional live music, this restaurant is known to attract locals and visitors from far and wide.

The Lobster House authentic waterfront boat-house, The Schooner American, that overlooks a fleet of commercial boats on Cape May Harbor.

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The Lobster House Restaurant is open daily, serving lunch from 11:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. and dinner from 4:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., Sunday through Thursday. 4:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

More Waterfront Dining Spots That Made the List

Here is the full list of the USA TODAY 10BEST waterfront dining spots in the country, with The Lobster House at No. 6 and another nearby spot, Moshulu in Philadelphia, which is the world's only tall ship restaurant venue, coming in at No. 2.

Have you dined at The Lobster House? Share your favorite dish in the comments!