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Peter Shields Inn, Cape May, NJ

Peter Shields Inn

4.8 (7151)
$50 and over
American
1301 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ 08204

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 51 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant features a seasonally driven menu bursting with creativity. A favorite of Cape May locals and visitors alike, PSI offers a la carte dining along with a variety of seasonal tasting menus throughout the year. The magnificent ocean views offer the perfect setting to celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy a memorable dining experience in beautiful Cape May. During the summer months outdoor dining is available on the front porch overlooking the ocean, and several fireplaces keep the restaurant feeling cozy throughout the winter. Live piano music can be enjoyed at the restaurant all year long. PSI also specializes in hosting elegant ocean front weddings throughout the year, making this the perfect location for special celebrations. The dress code at PSI is Business Casual. PSI is no longer a BYOB as of 1/1/25, we offer a full spirits, wine and beer list. There is a $40 corkage fee for guests that would like to bring in a personal bottle.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Keith Mitchell
  • Private party facilities
    Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant can host private events for all occasions! These celebrations can be for groups as intimate as 10 guests to as large as 100 people.
  • Neighborhood
    Cape May
  • Cross street
    Trenton Avenue
  • Parking details
    There is metered parking available on our cross street on Beach Avenue & Trenton Avenue. The meters on both Beach & Trenton Avenue are active from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
  • Entertainment
    Kahlil Gunther pianist.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wine

What 7,151 people are saying

Peter Shields Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cape May

    Best Ambiance

  • Cape May

    Great for fine wines

  • Cape May

    Romantic

  • Cape May

    Great for scenic views

  • Cape May

    Good for special occasions

  • Cape May

    American

  • Cape May

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Peter Shields Inn is renowned for its exquisite dining experience, offering "top notch" food and "excellent service" in a "beautiful location." Guests rave about the "gorgeous ambiance" and "professional wait staff." The addition of a full bar enhances the experience, making it perfect for "special occasions." Highly recommended for a memorable meal.
7,151 Reviews
  1. Robin VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A truly unforgettable and extraordinary experience, food , ambience and staff. Every song the piano player played was one we recognized, but performed so quietly and tastefully that it became the perfect, beautiful backdrop to our evening.

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  2. Janice VIP

    Southwest Florida59 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great our waiter Peter was excellent The food was fabulous Now with option of full bar service just added to the experience. Highly recommend

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  3. John

    Philadelphia County13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our 2nd annual dinner at PSI and the food and service were fantastic. Having the liquor license this year was a bonus!

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  4. Steve

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant, wonderful food, great service.

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  5. Susan

    Toledo / Northwest Ohio4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful, especially for a special occasion like a birthday or anniversary.

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  6. Susan VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Every dish served was flavorful. If you are looking for five star dining experience then look no further than PSI.

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  7. Frank

    New York City19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chris is a fabulous server and enhanced our experience greatly. The food is as excellent as well!!

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  8. Andrea

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dining experience! The food was delicious overall, but the spicy lobster appetizer really stood out. Our entrée was perfectly seasoned, and the dessert was a perfect ending.

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  9. Jane

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious, beautifully-presented food with excellent service!!! Reservations must be guaranteed with a credit card. Harsh cancellation policy of $25 per person if you have to cancel within 48 hours. However you can switch days easily if they have room. Our party of four rated it the best meal we had during our 4-day stay!

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  10. James

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I have been lucky enough to have dined at the Peter Shields Inn restaurant many times over the past decade. We moved away from Cape May County a few years ago but when we come to visit we look forward to getting back to this exceptional restaurant. New as of the beginning of 2025, the restaurant now has a full bar. The cocktail menu is fun and includes a nice wine by the glass selection. The set dinner menu is always changing and typically includes a few special dishes. The food never disappoints. Dinner was superb as was the service. The talented house pianist adds to the incredible ambiance, with a repertoire ranging from Coldplay to Elton John to Adele to The Rolling Stones to Cole Porter. He will also take requests. Please be sure to tip! We are already looking forward to our next visit.

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FAQs

Peter Shields Inn offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 884-9090.

Peter Shields Inn is rated 4.8 stars by 7151 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 51 times today
Google Map for Peter Shields Inn

1301 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ 08204

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Trenton Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Cape May
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    There is metered parking available on our cross street on Beach Avenue & Trenton Avenue. The meters on both Beach & Trenton Avenue are active from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Keith Mitchell
  • Entertainment
    Kahlil Gunther pianist.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant can host private events for all occasions! These celebrations can be for groups as intimate as 10 guests to as large as 100 people.
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