The 15 Best Restaurants In Wildwood 2024 - Jersey Shore - The Infatuation

On the stretch of New Jersey coast between Stone Harbor and Cape May are the Shore towns of North Wildwood, Wildwood, Wildwood Crest, and West Wildwood—collectively known as the Wildwoods. Driving in from the Garden State Parkway, you’ll spot your first clue that this place is, as your grandmother would say, a total character. Take the Wawa: its bold pink and aqua signage and futuristic facade is an ode to the Doo Wop architecture of the Wildwoods’ mid-century heyday.Beyond the distinctive throwback designs of motels around town, you’ll also find a miles-long boardwalk that runs along some of the widest beaches around, and a standout food scene that has everything from nostalgic diners and hoagie shops to exciting pop-up dinners, plus the best seafood shack down the Shore. THE SPOTSphoto credit: David A. LeeWildwoods BBQBBQNorth Wildwood$$$$Perfect For:Casual DinnersKidsWildwoods BBQ is what summer backyard barbecues aspire to be when they grow up. Started by two Australian friends—one...