Bar / Restaurant · Visited September 23, 2026
The Porch at the Inn
Our impressions and services
- Overall impression
- Excellent
- Beauty of the place
- Excellent
Our experience
We were in the mood for a sunny terrace and spotted The Porch. The clientele is rather elderly, but warm and happy to be on vacation.
Our cocktails were very good! The chicken wings with pickles were nice and the pretzel with its crab dip was wonderful!
The Porch at the Inn
Located within the Inn of Cape May at 7 Ocean Street in the historic district of Cape May, New Jersey, The Porch is a café-bar set on the large wraparound porch of a Victorian hotel built in 1894. A few steps from the beach, the establishment offers outdoor dining space overlooking the coastal surroundings.
In the morning, the café offers espresso-based drinks, drip coffee, teas and various pastries, including croissants, muffins and cinnamon rolls. Lunch options are also available, including quiches, egg bites and crab-topped preparations.
Later in the day, The Porch transforms into a bar offering cocktails, wine, beer and a casual dining menu. The drinks list includes classic cocktails and seasonal creations. The establishment also hosts outdoor music performances at certain times of the year.
The decor retains the Victorian character of the inn, with wicker armchairs, bistro tables and multiple seating areas on the porch. The Porch welcomes hotel guests as well as passing visitors. Seating is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, with no reservations.
7 Ocean Street, Cape May, New Jersey 08204
https://theporchcapemay.com/