There’s something magical about a beach lunch. Something about the sun on your face, the salt in the air, and the sound of waves in the background just makes a meal taste better. We don’t make the rules, but we definitely support taking your next beach lunch seriously.
Whether you’re craving a grab-and-go sandwich to enjoy on your towel, fresh seafood as you gaze at the ocean, or fresh fruit and plenty of snacks to share, Atlantic and Cape May counties are packed with perfect spots for your next midday treat, beach-style.
Sack O’ Subs
With multiple locations and high-quality goods, Sack O’ Subs is a go-to choice for a sub by the shore. With spots in Ventnor, Ocean City, Atlantic City, and offshore in E.H.T. and Absecon, you’re never far from your perfect beach-day bite. From classic style subs to chicken Caesar salad sandwiches and everything in between, Sack O’s has the flavor and freshness to keep you satisfied all day in the sun. Call ahead for pickup, or, from select locations, have your sub delivered straight to the sand.
Spadafora’s Seafood Market
Of course, South Jersey is known for having good seafood, and Spadafora’s Seafood Market in Ocean City delivers just that. Home to fresh and truly delicious options with takeout convenience. From appetizers to sandwiches to full platters, their lunch menu is perfect for enjoying beachside. It’s your chance to taste the ocean while listening to it crash on the shore.
B.F. Mazzeo Fruit and Produce
Calling all snackers and fruit lovers! If a sub or fish sandwich isn’t calling your name, swing by B.F. Mazzeo for fresh produce, snacks and prepackaged meals ready to go. Fill your cooler with watermelon, strawberries and all the refreshing fruits that just make sense on a hot beach day. Located in Northfield, it’s the perfect location to stop at before driving over the bridge and hitting the sand.
16th Street Seafood
Because there’s no such thing as too much seafood in South Jersey in the summer, here’s another great lunch option for you. 16th Street Seafood in Ocean City offers a wide selection of freshly caught favorites. Fresh from the local waters, you can almost taste the sea and goodness in every bite. Picture all the seafood platters you could want, plus pasta, salads and even tacos. There’s something for every taste in the group, even the kids and land lovers.
Vic’s Subs
A beach day and a good sub are a match made in South Jersey heaven, and Vic’s has been proving it for over 70 years. With customizable options, friendly service and delivery available, it’s a great pick before heading to the beaches of Atlantic City. Located in Absecon, stop in this local favorite joint and indulge in whatever kind of sub magic you’re thinking of. You can thank us later!
Now that you know where to find some of the tastiest beach lunches, whether it be a sub, seafood, fruit or snackable bites, the only thing left to do is grab your cooler, towel, sunscreen, and hit the sand. Each of these spots offers something a little different, making it the perfect list to try them all. Enjoy the nostalgia of a perfectly built sub, the freshness of seafood caught that morning, or the sweetness of ripe fruit enjoyed under the sun. Make it a goal to try them all before summer slips away, turning your beach days into a delicious tour of our coastal favorites. Some of the best part of a Jersey Shore lunch isn’t just the food, it’s where you get to enjoy it, with the ocean as your backdrop and flavors that taste like summer itself.
