George's Place, Cape May, NJ: A Restaurant Review

George's Place, Cape May, NJ

George's Place is a small eatery best known for their excellent breakfasts --- it's one of the best breakfast restaurants in South Jersey

George's Place
301 Beach Avenue
(Beach & Perry)
Cape May, NJ 08204
609-884-608
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Georges Place: Restaurant Highlights

Fare: American- Greek Mediterranean influence

Price: In-expensive - moderate

Food Quality: Excellent. They use, quality fresh ingredients, creatively prepared and served in generous portions.

Service: Friendly. attentive. Wait staff is young and energetic.

Ambiance/Decor: Basic, cafe style with an open kitchen


Recommended For: Diners who enjoy excellent, non-traditional breakfasts and creative new American lunch & Dinner dishes at an affordable price,

Not Recommended For: Diners who prefer an extensive menu with more fine dining amenities.

Recommended Dishes:  The Cape May Crab Cake Benedict. A coastal twist on the classic, featuring plump local crab cakes, poached eggs, and a tangy Old Bay hollandaise:
The Stuffed Banana Bread French Toast. Thick slices of house-made banana bread stuffed with cream cheese, drizzled with rum caramel sauce, and topped with toasted coconut; and the
Fisherman’s Omelet.  Packed with shrimp, scallops, and smoked salmon, finished with a dollop of dill-infused crème fraîche.

Alcohol :  BYOB

Nestled in the heart of Cape May’s historic district, George’s Place offers a cozy, beginning to morning comfort food, with a focus on generous portions and Jersey-fresh ingredients.

This beloved family-owned eatery, operated under the direction of John Karapanagiotis, uses fresh ingredients with great value in a very modest setting.

A stone’s throw from the beach and Victorian bed-and-breakfasts, they have been a local institution for decades, celebrated for its hearty breakfasts, friendly service, and unpretentious seaside charm.

George’s well-executed menu features generous portions of traditional and non-traditional eclectic dishes .

Ambiance & Vibes
The dining room exudes a cheerful, retro-beach vibe with its cozy  and walls adorned with vintage Cape May photos. Mornings here are lively but never chaotic, with the hum of happy chatter blending with the clatter of pans from the open kitchen.

The wait staff are welcoming, efficient, and attentive with personality. Expect coffee refills before you even notice your cup is empty.

Practical Notes

Hours: Open daily for breakfast and lunch, 7 AM–2 PM (no dinner service).

Wait Times: Lines form quickly in summer—arrive by 8 AM or embrace the wait with a stroll down the Washington Street Mall.

Cash Only: No credit cards accepted, but there’s an ATM on-site.

Parking: Metered street parking or nearby public lots (easy walks from most Cape May hotels).

George’s Place isn’t just a meal; it’s a Cape May ritual. Whether you’re fueling up for a day at the beach or nursing a leisurely brunch after a sunrise walk on the promenade, this spot delivers hearty flavors, nostalgia, and a dash of seaside magic..

Updated February 2025

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