Stephen's Restaurant

Yesterday, I went to this restaurant after reading the reviews on the Gnocchi. Omg it was so amazing. It was soft and creamy and had so much flavor. So, glad I went. I'll be going back today. Awesome service!!!

Dined with my son and father last Saturday. Lovely interior, BYOB. Gracious hostess, fantastic server (Justina?) and friendly chef who visited tables and clearly cares about his patrons. As others have stated, the gnocchi are sublime. Light yet decadent. I had the fried seafood platter- it was done to perfection, ample portions and clearly fresh. The crabcake on the platter was excellent as well, and often that is in afterthought on a seafood platter. Sea scallops and risotto entree also very nice- properly done ( not overcooked scallops) fresh, and sweet. Highly recommend this place and we will return on our next trip to NJ in a couple weeks. You can't go wrong.

Read about Stephens in the Star ledger top new restaurants to try in 2023. We were NOT disappointed! Great location off the boardwalk. We started with the crabmeat cocktail and crab stuffed long hots- outstanding! The Crab and Pasta entree reminded me of Christmas Eve.. delicious. Highly recommend the Clams and Pasta in Red sauce— probably one of my top favorite dinners down the shore; it’s EXCELLENT.

Title: A Perfect Start to the Day at Stephen's Restaurant!

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When I stepped into Stephen's Restaurant in Wildwood, NJ, I was instantly enveloped by a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. The cozy and tasteful decor painted a picture of comfort without going overboard, a delicate balancing act.

My breakfast consisted of classic comfort food: eggs, toast, and home fries, all perfectly cooked. The eggs were deliciously fresh, and the toast was a delightful crunch and chew. The standout, however, was the home fries. Stephen's serves them with the skin on—a touch that adds authenticity and flavor. Despite this, they were quickly peelable, a testament to their meticulous cooking process.

The service was, without a doubt, top-tier. From the efficiency of the waitstaff to its polite demeanor, it was a pleasant reminder of what excellent dining service looks like. The waitstaff ensured my breakfast experience was smooth and enjoyable from start to finish.

Lastly, the proximity to the boardwalk adds another level of appeal to Stephen's. Just a few steps away, it's a perfect spot for a delicious meal before or after a stroll along the boardwalk.

In summary, Stephen's Restaurant exceeded my expectations with its superb food, exceptional service, and pleasant ambiance. It's a gem in Wildwood, NJ, and a must-visit for all food lovers. I can't wait for my next breakfast here!

It is highly recommended!

Our dinner at Stephens last night was fantastic! I had the crab gnocchi which I highly recommend. Our table also enjoyed our appetizers, we got the sausage & peppers, honey ragut, polenta. Try this place next time you're in Wildwood!

First timer and was not disappointed at all. Antipasto yummy,clams and pasta fabulous and friend had seared scallops.
Waitress was very friendly and helpful. BRAVO

Stephen’s was a Great Find for my wife and I. Everything was awesome from the friendly service to the gourmet food. My Ribeye was cooked to perfection as was my wife’s broiled seafood combo.
Thankyou Steven’s for a Great Evening! We will certainly be back as regulars but next time, with family and friends. …..The Bakers

Stephen’s is incredible. Highly recommend the gnocchi! Can’t wait to come back

Try the gnocchi!! The best I ever had! Loved the salad and the seafood, service was great, can’t wait to go back!!

To start off, we had the greatest waitress Morgan.
Food is unbelievable!!! People told me it was good, they beat all my expectations.

Read the great reviews for this place and wanted to give it a try. I went in on a Saturday to make reservations. They were booked but the owner squeezed us in. So thankful. We ordered the homemade Gnocchi in a blush sauce. It was out of this world. My girlfriend ordered the broiled seafood platter. That was just as good if not better.. we will definitely be coming back and calling ahead next time

Excellent!! We started with the bruschetta and antipasto which were both delicious!! I ordered the seared scallops over creamy risotto with pesto sauce. It seriously melted in my mouth!! Delicious! My hubby ordered the homemade gnocchi made with lump crab meat in a blush sauce. He ate every last bit of it!! The service was excellent and the food was amazing! We'll most definitely be back again!

I've been here twice for dinner and once for breakfast. All three times were fantastic. The service is very friendly. The place looks great inside and is very clean. Their food presentation was great. Even for breakfast you could tell they took time with how the food comes out. As for the food, the gnocchi was our family favorite or any of the veal entrees. For breakfast they have great breakfast bowls or their lobster Benedict was extremely good. The chef came out to greet the tables all three times we were there. I will definitely be back again.

We shared the Mediterranean salad..so good with shrimp, scallops, crab meat, roasted peppers, Greek olives over greens dressed in balsamic vinaigrette. My entree Chicken Frangente was so delicious. You have to try it. Our waitress, Briana, gave us excellent service and was very personable. Overall great experience. We will definitely be back.

The food was great the atmosphere was nice but the service was outstanding our waitress Justina was excellent the entire staff were very friendly and very attentive would highly recommend

If you haven’t tried Stephen’s in Wildwood you’re missing a truly delicious meal! The homemade Gnocchi with lump crab meat in a blush sauce are light and tasty. My wife had the seared scallops served over creamy risotto, drizzled with pesto sauce. Everything is very fresh. The staff is friendly and attentive. Stephen and his wife Kelly take dinning in Wildwood to the highest level!

Was able to try both breakfast and dinner while on vacation. Sad we don't live closer to try other dishes. Breakfast: french toast w caramalized bananas and homemade whipped cream, pancakes and a breakfast sandwich with side of sausage. Dinner: meatballs w ricotta app, complimentary garlic bread, shrimp scampi and the fisherman's combination platter (I think it was called) and a plate of buttered spaghetti for our picky 6 year old. Everything was delicious! Meatballs and sauce were beyond - so yummy. Both waitresses were great and enjoyed the owner coming around to check on tables at dinner service. Decor is nicely updated compared to most places down by the boardwalk. Will definitely be back again next year.

Food is delicious. We loved it!! The gnocchi was excellent!!! We'll be back for more!

This was my first time dining here and definitely will NOT be my last. Firstly, you should make a reservation. It’s not clearly stated on the website, it should definitely be at the top of the page rather than the bottom. However, when I got here the lovely hostess, who I believe is the owners wife, definitely assuming, was able to seat us which we were very thankful for. We got the long hots stuffed with crabmeat and wrapped in prosciutto and it was SPICY but so so so delicious. I got the homemade gnocchi and I can honestly say it was the best gnocchi I have ever eaten in my entire life, and I have eaten A LOT of it. Incredible. The menu is definitely reasonably priced. Our waitress, Leona, was so attentive and lovely. I can’t say enough words about this place. I will be coming back on my date night when I come back here in July.

As a non-local who has spent only two summers in Wildwood, this was the best food I've had anywhere in New Jersey but specifically the best risotto (included in the seared scallops entrée) I've ever had! We had seared scallops, grilled salmon, and Mediterranean salad. We immensely enjoyed everything.