Discover local breweries, wineries, distilleries and live-music spots in Wildwood and Cape May. From an afternoon tasting to a relaxed evening out, find a favorite near Seapointe Village.
Good Evenings Start at the Shore
From a Wildwood brewpub dinner to wine tastings, farm-distillery cocktails and live music in Cape May, there are plenty of ways to keep your vacation going after the beach. These local favorites offer different ways to unwind near Seapointe Village—whether you’re planning a date night, meeting friends or simply looking for a relaxed change of scene.
Breweries, Wineries & Evening Favorites
Choose your mood: a casual dinner, a local tasting or a night with live music.
Wildwood Crest · Waterfront seafood & drinks
Two Mile Landing & Crab House
For a seafood dinner close to Seapointe, head to Two Mile Landing and the Crab House on Fish Dock Road. Keep it casual with a meal by the water, or make an evening of it with drinks and live music. There’s indoor dining as well as outdoor seating when the weather cooperates.
Plan ahead: Check seasonal opening dates, current hours and the music schedule before heading over. If you’re hoping to sit outside, ask about seating when you arrive.
Wildwood · Brewpub & live music
MudHen Brewing Company
Make an evening of it at this Wildwood brewpub, where house-brewed beers, cocktails and a full food menu meet indoor and outdoor gathering spaces. It’s an easy choice for a casual dinner that can turn into a night of live music.
Plan ahead: Check the entertainment calendar for performances and special events during your stay.
Cape May · Farm distillery
Nauti Spirits Distillery
Trade the beach scene for a coastal farm setting and cocktails made with Nauti’s own spirits. Live music, visiting food trucks and special events give this Cape May distillery an inviting atmosphere for an unhurried afternoon or evening.
Plan ahead: Regular visits are first come, first served. Check the current food-truck and music lineup before heading over.
Rio Grande · Tasting room & beer garden
Cape May Brewing Co. Tasting Room
Explore local craft beer at the brewery’s tasting room and beer garden near Cape May Airport. It’s a relaxed stop for discovering seasonal releases, comparing favorites and catching up with friends after a day on the beach.
Plan ahead: Outside food is welcome. Check the visit page for current hours and arrival details.
Cape May · Wine & tapas
Cape May Winery & Vineyard
Slow down with local wine and tapas at Cape May Winery. This is a lovely choice for an afternoon tasting or an early start to date night, with seasonal happenings that offer another reason to linger.
Plan ahead: Check closing times and reservation options; this is a tasting destination rather than a late-night bar.
Cape May · Beach bar & live music
The Rusty Nail
Settle into Cape May’s laid-back beach-bar atmosphere with casual food, live music and outdoor seating around a fire pit. A sunset visit brings together the best of a shore evening: fresh air, a relaxed meal and good company.
Plan ahead: Seating is first come, first served. Confirm seasonal hours and the live-music calendar before your visit.
Cape May · Restaurant, bar & entertainment
Carney’s
For an evening built around live music, add Carney’s on Beach Avenue to your list. Pair a meal or drinks with a performance, or make it a stop after exploring Cape May’s beachfront and downtown streets.
Plan ahead: Review the live-music schedule and confirm any event admission or age requirements directly with the venue.
North Cape May · Craft brewery
Gusto Brewing Company
Discover local craft beer at Gusto Brewing Company in North Cape May. Add this neighborhood brewery to an afternoon exploring the bayside, or make it a relaxed stop to compare a few new favorites.
Plan ahead: Check the current tap list and opening hours before heading over.
Clermont · Tasting room
Slack Tide Brewing Company
Head up to Clermont for craft beer at Slack Tide’s tasting room. Tastings, fresh releases and a calendar of events make this a welcoming stop for an easygoing afternoon with friends.
Plan ahead: Review the events calendar for live music and other happenings during your stay.
Cold Spring · Historic barn brewery
Cold Spring Brewery
Enjoy a local beer in a restored 1804 barn at Historic Cold Spring Village. This nonprofit brewery pairs a distinctive historic setting with a mission to support the village’s preservation and educational work.
Plan ahead: Check the brewery’s own hours when planning your visit; the village has a separate seasonal schedule.
Rio Grande · Vineyard & tasting room
Hawk Haven Vineyard & Winery
Make time for estate-grown wine at Hawk Haven in Rio Grande. Its vineyard and tasting room offer a change of pace from the beach and a chance to explore the wines of the Cape May peninsula.
Plan ahead: Check current tasting experiences, reservation options and special events before visiting.
West Cape May · Wine & dining
Willow Creek Winery & Farm
Follow the vineyard road into Willow Creek’s West Cape May estate for wine, sangria and a meal. Flights, glasses and bottles pair with charcuterie and a full menu for an afternoon tasting or a leisurely evening out.
Plan ahead: Reservations are strongly encouraged. Check the event calendar for private-event closures.
Wildwood · Craft brewery
Anglesea Aleworks
Stop into Anglesea Aleworks on New Jersey Avenue in the heart of Wildwood. Explore its signature and rotating beers, then build an easy evening around the brewery’s casual atmosphere and nearby downtown spots.
Plan ahead: Confirm current hours and check the schedule for trivia and music-themed events.
Cape May · Farm winery
Seahorse Farm Winery
Discover Seahorse Farm Winery on Seashore Road, where guided tastings and wine flights invite you to find a new favorite. Settle into indoor seating or enjoy the outdoor space when the weather cooperates.
Plan ahead: Walk-ins are welcome; contact the winery about larger groups and private seating. Confirm hours before you go.
North Wildwood · Ocean views & live music
The Inlet
Pair coastal dining with ocean views at The Inlet in North Wildwood. Stop in for a meal and drinks, then make a night of it with live entertainment in a relaxed shore setting.
Plan ahead: Check the entertainment calendar and current dining hours before visiting.
Wildwood · Country music & dancing
Wildwood’s Honky Tonk Saloon
Bring a little country to your boardwalk evening at Wildwood’s Honky Tonk Saloon. Live music, line dancing, food and cold drinks make this a lively stop at the Boardwalk Mall.
Plan ahead: Check the event schedule for live performers, line-dancing nights and current hours.
Wildwood · Marina bar & dock bites
Lost Buoy Bar
Head to Lost Buoy on West Andrews Avenue for cocktails, casual dockside bites and a marina setting. It’s an easygoing place to meet friends and enjoy a different side of Wildwood after the beach.
Plan ahead: Check current kitchen hours and upcoming events before you go.
Cape May · Pizza, cocktails & nightlife
Boiler Room
Head downstairs at Congress Hall to the Boiler Room for brick-oven pizza, draft beer and classic cocktails. The restaurant, lounge and nightclub offers a lively change of scene for an evening in Cape May.
Plan ahead: Check the entertainment calendar and any event admission or age requirements.
Wildwood · Seasonal tiki bar
The Point in Wildwood
Find a tropical escape on Ocean Avenue at The Point in Wildwood. Sand, palm trees, island-inspired food and specialty cocktails set the scene for summer evenings with live bands and DJs.
Plan ahead: This is a seasonal, weather-dependent venue. Confirm reopening dates, entertainment and the evening cutoff for minors.
Wildwood · Neighborhood bar
Ship ’N Shore Bar
Make a stop at Ship ’N Shore on West Montgomery Avenue for a casual neighborhood-bar outing. It’s a laid-back option for drinks and a bite away from the boardwalk crowds.
Plan ahead: Confirm current kitchen hours, specials and any entertainment directly with the bar.
Wildwood · Beach bar & barbecue
PigDog Beach & Bar
Kick back on the sand at PigDog, tucked behind Mariner’s Pier between the boardwalk and ocean. Beach seating, barbecue, cocktails and seasonal live music make it a natural extension of a day at the shore.
Plan ahead: Check seasonal opening dates and daily hours. Dogs are welcome in the beach-level seating area.
Cape May · Marina bar & beer garden
Mooncussers
Settle into Mooncussers at Bree Zee Lee Yacht Basin for drinks, live music and visiting food trucks. The open-air beer garden and waterside setting offer a relaxed place to gather with friends.
Plan ahead: Check seasonal hours, the music lineup and food-truck schedule. Beer-garden seating is first come, first served.
Diamond Beach · Feet-in-the-sand bar
ICONA Beach Bar
Stay close to Seapointe Village with a visit to ICONA Beach Bar on Diamond Beach. Enjoy cocktails, food and live entertainment in a relaxed setting right on the sand.
Plan ahead: Confirm seasonal hours, entertainment and any seating or access requirements before visiting.
Wildwood · Corner tavern
Firehouse Tavern
Keep the evening casual at Firehouse Tavern on Park Boulevard. This neighborhood corner bar welcomes regulars and newcomers for drinks, sandwiches and straightforward pub fare.
Plan ahead: Check directly for current kitchen hours and daily specials.
West Wildwood · Neighborhood saloon
Westside Saloon
Head over to West Wildwood for a laid-back stop at Westside Saloon on West Glenwood Avenue. Add it to your list for a casual drink and a neighborhood setting on the quieter side of the island.
Plan ahead: Check the current menu and hours directly with Westside before you visit.
Grassy Sound · Waterfront bar & live music
Lazy Bass Bayside Bar & Grill
Unwind beside Grassy Sound at the Lazy Bass, where waterfront views, drinks, rotating food trucks and live music set an easy summer pace. The bayside setting is a scenic change from the beachfront.
Plan ahead: Confirm seasonal hours, weather conditions and the current food-truck and entertainment lineup.
Wildwood · Restaurant & cocktails
Jersey Girl Kitchen & Bar
Make Jersey Girl on Atlantic Avenue a stop for dinner and cocktails in Wildwood. Its relaxed beach-eatery atmosphere is an inviting fit for a date night or a meal with friends near the boardwalk.
Plan ahead: Check current hours, menus, reservations and the live-music schedule before visiting. Review the restaurant’s parking instructions if you’re driving.
Atlantic City Day Trip
For a change of pace, head to Atlantic City for casino entertainment, live shows, dining and shopping. It is about a 50–60 minute drive from Seapointe Village via the Garden State Parkway, depending on traffic.
Atlantic City is home to 9 casino resorts, including Borgata, Caesars, Hard Rock and Ocean Casino Resort, with slots, poker and a variety of table games. Pair your visit with dinner, a show or time exploring the Boardwalk and outlet shops.
Plan ahead: Check show schedules, ticket availability, parking and venue requirements before you go, and plan your return transportation.
Plan Your Evening
- Start with the atmosphere. Choose Cape May Winery for a slower tasting, MudHen for dinner and beer, or Carney’s and the Rusty Nail for live-music plans.
- Check before you go. Hours, entertainment, outdoor seating and menus can change with the season and weather. Follow each venue’s official link for current details.
- Plan for your group. Reservation policies and age restrictions vary by venue and event; check directly if you’re bringing children or a larger party.
- Make the ride part of the plan. Arrange a designated driver, taxi or rideshare before heading out for drinks.
Photography: Two Mile Landing / Crab House (official website); MudHen Brewing Company; Rusty Nail / Cape Resorts (hero and venue image); Seapointe Realty’s existing venue photography. Additional photography: Carney’s; Gusto Brewing Company; Slack Tide Brewing Company; Cold Spring Brewery; Hawk Haven Vineyard & Winery; Willow Creek Winery & Farm; Anglesea Aleworks; Seahorse Farm Winery (official venue websites). New bar photography: The Inlet; Wildwood’s Honky Tonk Saloon; Lost Buoy; Cape Resorts / Boiler Room; The Point; PigDog; Mooncussers; ICONA; Westside Saloon; Lazy Bass; Jersey Girl (official websites); Firehouse Tavern via The Wildwoods tourism website; Ship ’N Shore via WhereYouEat.
Make Seapointe Village Your Home Base
Spend the day on the beach, explore the local dining and music scene, and return to your own comfortable shore retreat.