Aroma Restaurant

Italian Restaurant
5206 Atlantic Ave, Ventnor City, NJ 08406
📞 (609) 428-6859
📧 AromaRestaurantNJ@outlook.com
🌐 aromadimare.com

Since opening in 2019, Aroma has become a beloved part of the Ventnor dining scene, known for its vibrant atmosphere, skillfully prepared Italian cuisine, and warm hospitality. Whether you’re a local or visiting the Jersey Shore, Aroma offers a memorable experience with high-quality dishes, attentive service, and now—starting May 28, 2024—a full-service bar (formerly BYOB).

From signature pasta to fresh seafood and specialty cocktails, Aroma delivers a flavorful journey in every bite. Weekly live music, seasonal specials, and local participation in events like Chef’s Night Out make this a must-visit for food lovers and night-out seekers alike.

Hours:
Open daily · Closes at 5 PM (check site or social for evening service)

Batch It Up Bakery is a mobile dessert shop specializing in sweet treats that travel! Known for their handcrafted cookies, signature BATCH BUCKETS, and creative themed treat boxes, this South Jersey favorite pops up at local markets, festivals, and events. Serving up smiles with classic and seasonal flavors, Batch It Up delivers quality, freshness, and fun in every bite, backed by 100% 5-star customer reviews. Look for their next pop-up or order custom treat boxes for gifts and parties.

Capri Pizza has been serving Ventnor, Margate, Longport, and southern Atlantic City for years, and it’s easy to see why they’ve become such a beloved local favorite. Family-owned and operated, Capri blends the charm of a classic shore-town pizzeria with a menu that’s anything but ordinary. They’re open seven days a week from 11 AM, offering dine-in, takeout, curbside pickup, and no-contact delivery — making it simple to enjoy your favorites from anywhere.

Their hand-tossed pies are crafted fresh daily, with bold flavors and high-quality ingredients in every bite. Capri’s menu ranges from traditional cheese pies to loaded specialty creations like the Scarpariello (chicken, sausage, hot peppers, and kalamata olives), Meat-Lovers, Buffalo Chicken, and a beloved Margherita. But the star of the show might be their Grandma Pie — offered in both round and square styles — which locals call one of the best-kept secrets in Ventnor. Add in freshly breaded buffalo wings, creative daily pop-up specials, and warm, friendly service (from the counter to the delivery driver), and you’ve got a spot that’s worthy of every vote.

Dewlicious Cafe / The Muffin Top is a South Jersey food truck serving fresh Vietnamese-inspired cuisine, vegetarian specialties, and handcrafted menu items at festivals, breweries, community events, and private gatherings throughout the region.

Food Truck offering dogs and burgers along with fries and smiles!

Florida Cold Cuts 🥪🍷🛒
An Atlantic City & Ventnor tradition for over 40 years, Florida Cold Cuts is your neighborhood deli and gourmet shop rolled into one. Whether you’re grabbing a made-to-order sub, freshly sliced lunch meats like homemade turkey or roasted pork, or selecting a curated bottle of wine or spirits for the weekend, FCC delivers. Locals love the signature sandwiches (like The 7301), prepared foods, and boutique grocery finds. From beach days to porch hangs, it’s your go-to spot to stay fed, refreshed, and ready.

📍 7301 Ventnor Ave, Ventnor City
📞 (609) 822-3545
🌐 floridacoldcuts.com
✅ In-store pickup available
📅 Open Year-Round

🌱 Greens and Grains is a vibrant plant-based restaurant chain serving NJ and PA with fresh, fast, and delicious vegan and vegetarian meals. From smoothies 🥤 to quick bites 🥗, they make healthy eating easy and accessible. Visit their Ventnor Plaza location or order for pickup and delivery. Join the plant-powered movement today! 🌿💚

Grubbin’ Gringos is a food truck run by two brothers blending their love for bold flavors into every bite. Inspired by their travels to coastal Mexico and rooted in classic American comfort food, Ryan and Mark serve up a crave-worthy mix of Latin flair and hearty favorites — Think Quesadillas, Burritos, Fried Brussel Sprouts, Veggie Bowls & Sliders made fresh and full of personality.

Whether you find them at local events or book them for catering, Grubbin’ Gringos brings the party — and the flavor — wherever they roll.

🍬 Jagielky’s Homemade Candy — A Jersey Shore Legend! 🍫

Since 1972, George Jagielky’s secret recipes from Philadelphia have been delighting candy lovers all along the Shore! 🌊 Passed down to Mike Carr, our candies are made fresh daily in small batches, with unique centers and rich chocolate blends.

✨ Famous for luscious buttercreams & the unbeatable Almond Butter Crunch (ABC)!
✨ Handmade treats, not mass-produced — just like you remember!
✨ Visit us in Ventnor or Margate, or ship anywhere in the US! 🚚🇺🇸
✨ #1 choice for event trays, party favors, & corporate gifts 🎉🎁

📍 Ventnor: 5115 Ventnor Ave | 📞 609-823-6501
📍 Margate: 8018 Ventnor Ave | 📞 609-822-2204

Open year-round — come taste tradition and joy in every bite! ❤️🍓

Just Delicious Kettlecorn 🍿✨
Your hometown favorite at fairs, festivals, and farmers markets in New Jersey! 🎪🎉 We serve irresistibly sweet & salty kettlecorn — truly, it’s just delicious. 😋 Catch us at local events like Ventnor’s Summer Beach Jam 🎶🌅 and more, where fresh, flavorful kettlecorn meets great vibes and community fun. 🎸🍿 Try our new “Nashville Hot” Krunch 🌶️🔥 for an extra kick!

Contact: 📞 (201) 315-7411 | 📧 justdeliciouskettlecorn@gmail.com

North Beach Cafe & Creamery in Ventnor is a beloved local hotspot where homemade comfort food meets classic, small-batch ice cream and authentic Italian water ices. Founded by John Battista and Agnes Debicz—who combined their passion for hospitality and flavors originally learned from the legendary Bob Mento—the cafe brings together hearty breakfasts, fresh bakery treats, and nostalgic frozen delights all year round. Located on Atlantic Avenue, it’s a warm, welcoming spot where community and tradition blend perfectly with delicious, made-from-scratch meals and desserts.

Peace Pie LLC crafts gourmet ice cream sandwiches layered with decadent pie fillings and nestled between crisp cookies—think Pecan, Key Lime, Boston Cream, or even gluten-friendly lemon! A favorite since opening at 7307 Ventnor Ave in 2017, they serve up smiles daily and are a regular at local markets. Whether you’re craving gluten-free, fruity, or chocolatey, Peace Pie delivers a sweet twist on a summer classic.

Brunch by day, Latin American Steak House by Night!  Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

Red Room Cafe
Authentic Italian, Family-Owned, Always Homemade
📍 141 N Dorset Ave, Ventnor City, NJ 08406
📞 (609) 822-1067 | ✉️ info@redroomnj.com
📱 @redroomnj

At Red Room Cafe, the Rossi family invites you to experience the true spirit of Italy. From homemade pasta and bread to our beloved eggplant parmigiana, every dish is prepared with passion, tradition, and the freshest ingredients.

🍝 Dinner: Tues–Sun, 5–9 PM
🍕 Dine-In · Catering · Reservations Recommended

Taste the love. Feel at home. Welcome to Red Room.

RSK Doughnuts is a Cape May County–based mobile food truck serving fresh, hot mini doughnuts at farmers markets, festivals, and community events throughout South Jersey. Known for their classic boardwalk-style mini doughnuts along with sweet treats like cinnamon rolls and sticky buns, RSK Doughnuts brings the smell and taste of fresh-made doughnuts wherever their truck pops up. They also offer catering and private event service, making them a fun and delicious addition to parties, celebrations, and local gatherings.

Santucci’s Original Square Pizza in Ventnor City brings a legendary Philadelphia tradition to the Jersey Shore with its signature upside-down square pies, featuring a crispy crust where the cheese is layered first and the savory tomato sauce goes on top.

Italian restaurant with wood-fired pizza, pasta, homemade soups, salads, subs, wraps, grilled foods, burgers, fried foods, delicious desserts, veal, lamb, steak, chicken dishes.

Sasscer’s Cheesecakes 🍰
Desserts with a Touch of Sass – Small Batch Bakery – Homemade / Crafted with Love

Located in Ventnor City on the bustling Dorset Avenue corridor, Sasscer’s Cheesecakes is a sweet escape offering over 40 flavors—from classic plain to mocha cappuccino, apple peach cobbler, salty caramel cream, and more. Available in 4″, 6″, and 10″ sizes.

Founded in May 2021 by Lisa Sasscer, the bakery was born from resilience and love. After her wholesale business in Maryland was shuttered by the pandemic, Lisa relocated to Ventnor to open the shop with support from her fiancé. Every cheesecake is made with her mother’s beloved recipe.

Beyond cheesecakes, the bakery also offers decadent cakes, pies, bread, cookies, cream puffs, and cheesecake-filled cupcakes. Saturday mornings feature fresh scones, sfogliatelle, and savory quiches like Jumbo Lump Crab & Spinach and Quiche Lorraine.

📍 307 N. Dorset Ave, Ventnor, NJ 08406
📞 (609) 246-6841

Hours:
Mon–Wed: Closed
Thu: 10am–5pm
Fri–Sat: 10am–7pm
Sun: 10am–5pm

Your next favorite dessert is waiting at Sasscer’s. 🍓

Restaurant located on the beautiful Ventnor boardwalk overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House is one of Atlantic City’s most popular locally owned gastropubs, known for its extensive craft beer selection, creative comfort food, and relaxed neighborhood atmosphere. Located in the Chelsea neighborhood just off the Boardwalk, Vagabond has built a reputation as a favorite among both locals and visitors looking for something beyond the casino dining scene.

The restaurant combines a casual sports-bar atmosphere with chef-driven menu items, featuring gourmet burgers, signature sandwiches, shareable appetizers, and rotating craft beers on tap.

Eat. Drink. Enjoy.
Nestled just two blocks from the beach in Ventnor, NJ, 7311 is a charming small-batch bakery and coffee shop offering artisanal baked goods and ethically sourced coffee. Each morning, the counter fills with fresh pastries made from seasonal ingredients—specials are popular and sell out fast! Pair your treat with a handcrafted espresso or refreshing iced coffee made from Harry & Beans and Regalia beans. Open daily from 7 AM to 2 PM, 7311 is your go-to for a delicious start to the day.