Angelos Fairmount Tavern
The Mancuso family has operated this great Italian family-style restaurant since 1935. Reservations can be made for 10 people or more only. The restaurant is large enough for weddings and banquets.
Lunch 11:30 to 3:00 Monday through Friday; dinner from 5:00 to 10:45 p.m.
2300 Fairmount Ave.
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 344-2439
Angeloni's II Restaurant & Lounge
Angeloni's is an upscale standard in Atlantic City frequented by visitor and locals alike because of their consistency in presenting fine Italian dining. Offering the largest, award-winning wine list in the area, Angeloni's can accommodate parties of up to 50 people.
2400 Arctic Ave.
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 344-7875
Carmines
A New York City theater district favorite, Carmines is a family-style restaurant which offers traditional Southern Italian cooking: antipasti, traditional pasta, seafood, chicken veal and beef, all served in the style of an Italian wedding feast. The portions are enormous, and entrée orders are brought to the table in platters that can feed a family of four.
The Quarter at the Tropicana
2801 Pacific Ave., Suite 103
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 572-9300
Girasole Ristorante
Girasole has a distinctly Mediterranean café feel, right down to the outdoor garden patio for dining in the warm weather and indoor fireplace. The restaurant offers a full bar, as well as hors d'oeuvres, handmade pasta dishes featuring fresh seafood and brick oven pizza. The style is casual yet elegant, and entree prices range from $31 to $50. Lunch is served Monday through Friday 12:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dinner is served Monday through Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Saturday from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Valet parking is on the house.
3108 Pacific Ave.
Atlantic City, NJ
(609) 345-5554
Il Mulino NY
Il Mulino originated in New York's Greenwich Village and is known for food from the Abruzzo region of Italy. Rustic and hearty, Abruzzese cuisine is known for its simplicity. One of Zagat Restaurant Guide's "Best in New York" for over 20 years, Il Mulino's menu consists of Italian classics including pastas, fish, chicken, meats and veal.
1000 Virginia Ave.
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 449-6004
Andreotti's
Atlantic City's Harrah's houses Andreotti's, a family-owned and operated favorite for over 40 years.
Known for homemade pasta, Andreotti's is considered somewhat pricey.
777 Harrah's Blvd.
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
(609) 441-5000
Atrium
The Atrium at Trump Plaza serves reasonably priced panini sandwiches and desserts.
This popular spot is open from 9 a.m.
Mississippi Ave. & The Boardwalk
Atlantic City
(609) 441-6000
Avanti
At the Tropicana Hotel, Avanti serves Southern Italian specialties in an intimate atmosphere. Avanti is considered expensive, and it's best to call in advance for reservations.
Brighton Ave. & The Boardwalk
Atlantic City
(609) 340-4000
Arturo's
At Bally's, Arturo's has an ocean view. The restaurant is considered expensive. It has extended hours, serving dinner from 6 p.m. through 11 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, and 6 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday.
Park Place & The Boardwalk
Atlantic City
(609) 340-2000