A Foodie's Guide to South Jersey

A Foodie's Guide to South Jersey

South Jersey is an outstanding destination for food lovers. Located just outside of the culture-rich city of Philadelphia, this area offers fantastic cuisine. Here you can enjoy an authentic Italian dinner, treat yourself to some monster-size cookies, indulge in a savory cheesesteak and taste fine wine and spirits. Follow this food lover's guide to South Jersey to take you and your taste buds on an adventure.

The Best New Jersey Food and Drink

The Philly and Jersey areas are full of delicious food, unique menu items, tasty treats and incredible drinks. If you are looking for a foodie's guide to South Jersey, consider the following list of bars, restaurants and bakeries:

Sabrina's Cafe

Treat yourself to a deliciously unique breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner at Sabrina's Cafe. Sabrina's Collingswood location offers special drink options such as a stuffed french toast latte, blueberry lavender lemonade and refreshing fresh-squeezed juices. The cafe's menu also features themed brunch specials and fantastic sweet and savory breakfast options such as stuffed challah french toast, chicken and waffles and avocado toast.

Joe's Fish Co.

Enjoy delicious appetizers, seafood and signature cocktails on a rooftop bar at Joe's Fish Co. in Wildwood, New Jersey. Whether you enjoy a delicious frozen drink overlooking the Surfside Pier, bite into a juicy cheeseburger or have some delectable crab cakes inside the restaurant's dining room, you will surely enjoy this oceanside restaurant.

Miyako Sushi and Steakhouse

Indulge in some Japanese cuisine at Miyako Sushi and Steakhouse in Margate City, New Jersey. This delicious restaurant serves fresh sushi and delicious Japanese cuisine. At Miyako Sushi and Steakhouse, you can enjoy classic sushi rolls, handrolls, chef's special rolls, sashimi, noodles, hibachi and various entrees. 

Maurizio's Bistro

Maurizio's Bistro in Moorestown, New Jersey, is a charming bistro serving delicious appetizers, homemade soups, tasty sandwiches, fresh seafood and fine Italian entrees. Maurizio's menu also features specialty pizzas and the option to order a custom pizza with all of your favorite toppings. 

Peter & Sons Sandwiches

Visit Peter & Sons Sandwiches to try delicious Philly-style sandwiches in Glassboro — and some of the best food in South Jersey. Their eggroll cheesesteaks are made with fresh rib-eye steak, and their chicken cutlets are breaded and pan-fried to order daily. Peter & Sons Sandwiches features unique menu items such as the mac and cheesesteak, chicken parmesan with ravioli sandwiches and savory cheesesteak fries. This family-owned restaurant serving incredible flavors in Glassboro is a must-visit during your stay in South Jersey.

Groovy Smoovies

Enjoy a groovy experience at a classic movie-themed smoothie shop in Haddonfield, New Jersey. Groovy Smoovies serves fresh, delicious smoothies with special movie-themed names such as the Green Smile, the West Side S'morey, the Philly Wonka, Beauty and the Peach and the Smoovie Doo Pup Cup for your canine friends. The Groovy Smoovies menu also features fresh-pressed juice, dried fruit, small-batch jams and fresh popcorn.

Thomas Murphy's Pub

Thomas Murphy's Pub is a newly-renovated bar and restaurant with an Irish pub vibe. Enjoy delicious food, beer and specialty cocktails while viewing your favorite sports on flatscreen TVs in Gloucester City, New Jersey. Thomas Murphy's Pub is also a fantastic place to try hard-to-find Irish whiskeys. Whether you're looking for a great dinner or cold drinks for a night out with friends, Thomas Murphy's Pub is a fantastic choice. 

Downtown Cookies

Cater to your sweet tooth during your stay in New Jersey. Downtown Cookies in Haddonfield, New Jersey, bakes mouthwatering monster-sized cookies to make your time in New Jersey as sweet as it can be. From classic chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin and sugar cookies to unique s'mores-flavored and sea salt caramel pretzel cookies, Downtown Cookies features a menu full of delicious treats. 

Cacia's Bakery

Stop at Cacia's Bakery in Hammonton or Cherry Hill, New Jersey, to try some brick-oven pizza and fresh-baked bread. Cacia's Bakery has a history in South Jersey and has been serving delicious brick-oven pizza since 1953. You can also enjoy stromboli, hoagies, roast pork, pastries and tasty cannolis. 

Amy's Omelette House

Order from a menu with over 200 savory omelet varieties at Amy's Omelette House in Burlington, Cherry Hill and Long Branch, New Jersey. Amy's Omelette House also serves 30 different blends of french toast and pancakes to satisfy your sweet tooth, and you can enjoy fantastic lunch and dinner items such as burgers, salads, hot roast turkey dinners and chicken parmigiana.

Cotardo's Ristorante

Indulge in a taste of Southern Italy at Cotardo's Ristorante in Clementon, New Jersey. Cotardo's has been serving authentic Italian cuisine since 1982. This family-owned restaurant's menu features dishes made with homemade recipes and fresh ingredients. Cotardo's Ristorante is one of the best restaurants in South Jersey if you want to taste the flavors of Italy during your stay. 

Two Bridges Trail

Traveling the Two Bridges Wine, Beer and Spirits Trail is a full experience allowing you to try delicious drinks, relax with friends, explore local areas and listen to live music. Indulge in a glass of wine, enjoy a cocktail around a fire or try a craft beer while enjoying live outdoor music. You can also embark on a delicious adventure as you tour vineyards, distilleries and breweries throughout South Jersey. 

The 60-mile-long Two Bridges Trail also includes incredible dining, shopping and scenery, so you can have a fantastic time traveling to and from each location. This wine-and-spirit-tasting adventure will surely make your trip unforgettable. 

Stay at Kampgrounds of America to Explore the Best of South Jersey

South Jersey is a fantastic destination for food lovers. From the sweetest treats to the finest Italian cuisine, the region's eateries will surely delight your taste buds. The incredible restaurants, bakeries, bars, breweries and wineries let visitors try savory sandwiches, delectable pasta dishes, fresh-baked cookies, brick-oven pizza, craft beer, specialty cocktails and fine wine. 

Make Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA Holiday your home base for exploring the best of South Jersey's cuisine. This fantastic KOA location offers a peaceful campground experience just a short drive from South Jersey attractions and the city of Philadelphia. At Philadelphia South/Clarksboro KOA Holiday, you can enjoy fun recreational activities with a sparkling swimming pool, outdoor games, a catch-and-release fishing pond, bike rentals and a jumping pillow. 

KOA also offers convenient amenities such as clean bathrooms, laundry facilities, select pet-friendly sites, a KOA store, cable TV and KampK9® for four-legged friends. When you stay at KOA, you can explore South Jersey, try incredible food and drinks and end your day gathered around a glowing campfire. Book a stay at KOA to start your South Jersey food and drink adventure!

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