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RATING CHEF SHOWS

From Bourdain to Batali, television now has a kitchen full of culinary stars. By Frank Gabriel

H E U N I N T E N D E D consequence of a snowy, relentless winter and its rain-soaked aftermath of early spring has been countless hours hunkered down indoors. Filling much of my misspent time was televised food/restaurant programming. Thusly, a few thoughts and comments about the current state of the culinary visual medium. Start at the top, with the best of the bunch. Avic Eric on PBS. Well-informed food folks have embraced celebrated French native Eric Ripert — of NYC’s famed Le Bernardin — as perhaps the world’s finest chef for quite some time. His thoughtful contributions to other shows, notably Bravo’s Top Chef, precipitated hosting this weekly Public

right phony. Watching earlier BBC shows actually helped change that. Particularly, Ramsey’s earnest insistence that his brood of children understand from whence their food — read: meat — originates. This meant the family learning together about animal husbandry, raising lambs and turkeys in their back yard. We have to say; watching Ramsey turn away and quietly weep in the British abattoir, which was those lambs final destination showed the chef possesses not just chutzpah, but remarkable tenderness. Well done, mate. Molto Mario on Fine Living Network. If asked for one final meal prepared by anyone on the planet, we would without hesitation select the burly Batali, also appearing on the Food

Colameco’s Food Show on NJ Network. Gotta give thumbs-up to

another homeboy, even if he is also from northern New Jersey. The bearded host’s sagacious demeanor and selfdeprecating humor blend smoothly like a fine emulsion. One need only check his guest list to see the respect Colameco receives from peers. Plus, he regularly wears a T-shirt on camera emblazoned with local food Mecca Cape May. Now, the bottom of the barrel. Food Wars on Travel Channel.

A fine concept gone terribly awry. Blindfolded testers sample and pronounce judgment on local cooking rivalries nationwide. So far, so good. The problem? A foolish format, which provides tasters only ridiculous, lim-

New Jersey native Bourdain has been trying to outdo himself, continually pushing the envelope of acceptable on-camera behavior. Broadcasting gem. Equal parts travelogue, opinion and technical instruction, Avic Eric shines both in content as well as production value. Top Chef on Bravo. With the debut of spin-off Top Chef Masters Season Two this month, there is no better time to recognize TC, entering its seventh campaign. We felt the franchise slipped a bit in its fifth season, but last season’s brilliant finalists reversed that downward trend. Easily the best assembled to date, TC6 added the compelling drama of two gifted, competitive brothers, Michael and Bryan Voltaggio, doing a kitchen take on Cain and Abel. Sultry hostess Padma Lakshmi possesses true star quality, coupled with a superb, discriminating palate. Now, if we can just wipe that constant smirk of disapproval from knowledgeable lead judge Tom Colicchio’s face, please?

Network’s deeply-flawed Iron Chef America. The format of Molto is simple, Mario and three friends hanging out in the kitchen while he serves up a multi-course feast. The largerthan-life chef makes every second splendid, answering questions, dishing glorious food and pithy remarks in equal portions. For those uninitiated in Italian food and culture, his show serves as an ideal intro course, a primer with panache.

ited quantities with which to work. Case in point: a Buffalo wing contest decided by eating only one tiny drumstick. Are you kidding me? Iron Chef America on Food Network. Maybe we’re jaundiced

by our early infatuation with the original Japanese program. We think that the Food Network’s followup, despite an infusion of star chef power, remains a triumph of style over substance. Don’t even get us Anthony Bourdain’s No Reservations started about the questionable qualion The Travel Channel. Ever since fications of some judges, either. The Kitchen Confidential ripped the lid off 20-something twins from syndicated the industry’s best-kept secrets, New sitcom Sister, Sister? Really? Jersey native Bourdain has been trying Dinner Impossible on Food to outdo himself, continually pushing Network. Despite the presence of the envelope of acceptable on-camera two chefs with A.C. area ties — Brit behavior. Who could forget the hor- Robert Irvine and longtime sous rified expression on his face while George Galati — this remains a forcing down barbequed iguana in train wreck of improvised buffoonMexico or rotting, ammonia-scented ery. Irvine’s Patton-esque front Ramsey’s Kitchen Nightmares/The F shark in Iceland? Regardless, on No just doesn’t work well on camera. Word on BBC and Fox. We’ve come Rez, Bourdain always demonstrates His condescending attitude, beratfull about on the bombastic former an unflagging sense of adventure and ing and ridiculing those assigned footballing Scot. Initially, we despised sincere appreciation for the humble as assistants, makes us want to his antics, found them at best unpro- cooks around the globe who toil at go upside his head with a sizzling sauté pan. ■ fessional, and at the worst, down- his chosen craft.

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diningguide Atlantic City For more casino restaurants and independent establishments located within casino properties, including restaurants located inside The Quarter at the Tropicana and at The Pier Shops at Caesars, see Casino Dining listings at the end of this section.

Angelo’s Fairmount Tavern 2300 Fairmount Ave. 344-2439. angelosfairmounttavern.com. Angelo’s has flourished for three generations of Mancusos, making it an institution in A.C. with its Italian menu.

Atlantic City Food & Wine Festival acfoodandwine.com. Harrah’s Entertainment hosts this popular annual festival from July 29-Aug. 1. There’s something for every taste with more than 40 festival events, including tastings, parties, entertainment, cooking demonstrations and TV cooking personalities.

Atlantic City Restaurant Week 2011 acrestaurantweek.com. Mark your calendars for the return of Atlantic City Restaurant Week Feb.27-March 5. The Atlantic City Convention and Visitors Authority presents the annual event offering dining specials from dozens of area restaurants.

Buddakan Located at the Pier Shops at Caesars. 674-0100. Stephen Starr’s restaurant includes twilight sky or “opium den style” dining nooks. The chef incorporates dishes from the restaurant’s two forbearers (NYC and Philly), while developing original modern specialties.

Comedy Stop Cafe & Cabaret On Boardwalk at Tropicana’s The Quarter, 1-877-FUNNY AC. thecomedystop.com. Located in The Quarter. Offering a full menu of dining options daily, including a dinner show package.

The Continental Located at the Pier Shops at Caesars. 674-8300, continentalac.com. Stephen Starr’s “outdoor” patio bar with signature drinks & sunken fire-pit lounge as well as the large flowershaped central dining pod, nicknamed the “Sammy Davis Room.”

Johnny Rockets

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse 2020 Atlantic Ave. 344-5833. A distinctive dining experience at The Walk. Aged, corn-fed USDA Prime Midwest beef, specialty chops, seafood, award-winning wine list.

Sonsie Located at the Pier Shops at Caesars. 345-6300. American bistro with world-fusion menu and steakhouse cuisine. Import from Boston.

Brigantine Andre’s Italian Restaurant

At Bally’s, 340-0099. A retro ’50s-style Boardwalk restaurant. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served daily. Also located inside Hamilton Mall in Mays Landing.

1312 W. Brigantine Ave. 2661124. Serving pizza, subs, steaks, Italian dinners, grilled seafood, cappuccino and desserts. Take-out, eat-in and delivery. Open daily.

McCormick & Schmick’s

Laguna Grill

Located at Harrah’s Resort, 4415000. More than 30 different varieties of fresh seafood featured on a menu that changes twice daily; an array of oysters are delivered fresh daily. Lunch, dinner and bar open daily.

Phillips Seafood 348-2273. Serving authentic Maryland-style seafood and world-famous crab cakes since 1956. Serves lunch and dinner daily and features an open, expedition kitchen.

Rainforest Cafe On the Boardwalk at Trump Plaza. 345-5757. rainforestcafe.com. Exotic salads, pastas, burgers, steaks and seafood served amidst the sights and sounds of a tropical rainforest. Family friendly.

1400 Ocean Ave. 266-7731. lagunagrill.com. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Banquet facility for all occasions. Great views.

Yuki Hana

3628 Brigantine Blvd. 2667608. Japanese/Chinese restaurant with a full sushi bar.

Downbeach Ventnor, Margate & Longport

Dino’s of Margate 8016 Ventnor Ave., Margate. 822-6602 or 822-0670. Delivery from 7am-11:30pm. Credit cards accepted. Serving subs, pizza, wraps, breakfast. Open daily from 7am11:30pm.

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Downbeach Deli 8 S. Essex Ave., Margate. 823-7310. Serving up a huge selection of breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Liang’s House Imperial East 7800 Ventnor Ave., Margate. 487-8052. Formerly Billy Ho’s. Same owner and chef. Chinese lunch, dinner, takeout and delivery.

Miyako Japanese Steak House 9210 Ventnor Ave., Margate. 822-4759. Japanese Habachi, sushi and regular menu.

Sofia 9314 Amherst Ave., Margate. 822-9111. sofiaofmargate. com. This bayside treasure transports you to the Mediterranean with stylish decor and authentic Greek/ Mediterranean cuisine.

Mainland Crab Trap On the Circle in Somers Pt. 927-7377, thecrabtrap.com. Serving fresh seafood, soups, steaks, homemade breads, desserts and more. Open daily. Early-bird specials. Live music and outdoor deck.

Cape May County Tokyo Mandarin 4 W. Roosevelt Blvd., Marmora. 390-8883. mandaringroup. com. Chinese and Japanese cuisine. Catering, dine-in, take-out. Open daily for lunch and dinner. n

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American bistro, open 24 hours, except closed Mon. 10pm, reopens Tues. 7am. Located on the sixth floor. Breakfast served anytime.

Arturo’s Enjoy a traditional Italian meal prepared with a contemporary, New York flare in the sophisticated setting of this award-winning trattoria.

Bally’s Brunch Brunch every Sunday at The Reserve, 10am–2 pm. $39.99 per person.

Ben & Jerry’s Enjoy all your signature favorites; also home of the Philadelphia Pretzel Factory.

Fulu Wok & Fry

Modern Asian cuisine served up fresh in casual setting. On the sixth floor.

Spa Cafe

Noodles of the World

Red Pearl

Located in the Spa at Bally’s, offering health-minded meals.

The Bagel & Doughnut Connection Open daily.

Borgata

Johnny Rockets

Bobby Flay Steak

Noodle Village Offering an extensive selection of authentic Chinese and Vietnamese “comfort foods.”

Pickles Deli Serving traditional New York style Deli favorites. Call Pickles Hotline at 340-2320 for hours of operation.

The Reserve/Preview Bar Bally’s culinary experience. Seasonal celebration of great steaks and seafood. The Preview Bar offers the latest mixologist creations and its own take on seafood tapas.

Izakaya A modern Japanese pub from Michael Schulson, offers hot and cold appetizers, a la carte grilled meats and fishes, a sushi bar, tempura selections and heartier entrees.

Casual Asian cuisine at the Claridge tower, open daily. A retro ’50s-style Boardwalk restaurant. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served daily.

traditional Southern Italian fare.

1-866-MYBORGATA Choose from a variety of regional steaks and seafood. Closed Monday.

Borgata Buffet Extensive buffet menu. $28.95 (plus tax) for dinner Mon.–Fri. (4–9pm). Sat. (4–10pm). Sun. (4–9pm). Breakfast, $14.95 (plus tax) Mon.–Sat. (8– 11:15am); Brunch, $23.95 Sun. (8am–3pm). Lunch. $17.95 (plus tax) Mon.–Sat. (noon–3pm).

Bread + Butter Griddled sandwiches served with an array of premiere beverages and desserts.

Fornelletto Celebrated chef Stephan Kalt’s new restaurant offering

Far East casual ambiance. Savor Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Korean feats. Best when enjoyed with a frosty glass of Asian beer.

Old Homestead Steak House Domestically-raised, handmassaged Kobe beef is the signature dish of this steakhouse. Closed on Sunday.

SeaBlue Celebrated chef Michael Mina combines cutting-edge technology and design elements with his signature and acclaimed approach to seafood.

The Cafeteria Full of quick food options: Lettuce Head, Tony Luke’s, Ben and Jerry’s, Villa Pizza, Minibar, Panda Express, Fat Burger (open 24hrs.) and Hibachi-San.

The Metropolitan French bistro-style cafe serves classic and contemporary American dishes and features a Gelato Bar and Oyster Bar. Open 24 hours daily, except closed Wed.

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Wolfgang Puck American Grille Contemporary American cuisine in two distinctive dining areas: The tavern offers moderately priced, approachable fine dining and the main dining room offers a sophisticated dining experience. Closed Wednesday and Thursday.

Caesars 348-4411

Nero’s Sunday Brunch Served 10am–2pm in the Forum Lounge, second level. Includes freshly carved prime meats, omelet artisan designing your gourmet omelet. Price: $44.95.

Cafe Roma Coffee shop w/take-out available. Open daily 24 hours for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

Kwi Restaurant and Noodle Bar Located adjacent to the Palace East gaming area, Kwi offers a selection of traditional and modern Asian cuisines.

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Contemporary Italian/ Mediterranean cuisine. Dinner served Tues., Wed., Thurs. 5:30–10:30pm; weekends until 11:30pm. Bar & lounge open until 2am; closed Sunday & Monday.

345-6800. State-of-the-art sports bar and restaurant. Featuring a DJ, more than 90 high-definition televisions, plus a mechanical bull.

Morton’s

449-1044. www.mortons. com. Steakhouse with an a la carte menu features steaks, fish and salads. Bar 12·21 opens nightly at 5pm with appetizer menu. Reservations recommended.

Phillips Seafood 348-2273. Serving authentic Maryland-style seafood and world-famous crab cakes since 1956. Serves lunch and dinner daily and features an open, expedition kitchen.

Sonsie

Sirloin and porterhouse steak and New England lobster.

345-6300. American bistro with world-fusion menu and steakhouse cuisine. Import from Boston.

Primavera

Souzai Sushi & Sake

Nero’s Grill

Service is formal with traditional Italian favorites. Reservations recommended.

Venice Bar Catch the latest game or just relax with the most updated sports scores. Stadium size sandwiches, salads, and soups. Full bar available.

The Pier Shops at Caesars: Buddakan 674-0100. Stephen Starr’s restaurant includes twilight sky or “opium den style” dining nooks. The chef incorporates dishes from the restaurant’s two forbearers (NYC and Philly), while developing original modern specialties.

The Continental 674-8300, continentalac. com. Starr’s “outdoor” patio bar with signature drinks & sunken fire-pit lounge as well as the large flower-shaped central dining pod, nicknamed the “Sammy Davis Room.”

Souzai is a country-style Japanese restaurant. Intimate setting, sushi menu and unique sake cocktails.

The Trinity Pub and Carvery 345-6900. A warm and inviting place to relax and enjoy a frosty pint of your favorite stout while feasting on traditional Irish specialties.

Harrah’s Resort 441-5000

Bluepoint Bar A raw-bar experience where fresh seafood, shellfish and a variety of martinis are the house specialties.

Club Cappuccino Coffee bar. Fine gourmet coffees, cappuccino, espresso and teas accompanied by homemade pastries.

Corner Grille & Deli

varieties of fresh seafood featured on a menu that changes twice daily; an array of oysters are delivered fresh daily. Lunch and dinner daily.

Polistina’s Italian Ristorante

Fri., 8:30am–noon brunch, 4–9pm dinner; Tues. & Wed., noon–9pm dinner; Thurs. 4–9pm dinner; Sat. 8:30am– noon brunch, 1–10pm dinner; Sun. 8:30am–1:30pm brunch, 2–9pm dinner.

Enjoy family style, Italian favorites and a selection of homemade pastas and sauces.

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Reflections

Land and sea buffet features a variety of specialties. Cost: $16 (includes tax). Hours: 11:30am-9pm Sun.-Fri.; 11:30am-10pm. Sat.

A 24-hour cafe offering steaks, seafood, sandwiches and burgers. Breakfast is available anytime.

The Steakhouse Gourmet restaurant offers a raw bar, roast prime rib, shrimp Wellington and more. Open daily at 5:30pm; closed Monday.

Taste of the Shore Food emporium features Primo Pizza, Sack O’ Subs, Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream and Philly Soft Pretzel Factory.

Waterfront Buffet

Traditional deli favorites. Also Extensive buffet items. Cost: has hot menu items. $29.99 (plus tax, $22.99 kids) for dinner daily; $18.99 McCormick & (plus tax, $10.99, kids) for Schmick’s brunch. Hours: Mon. & More than 30 different

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Cornucopia Buffet

Empress Gem Noodle Bar An upscale noodle bar, inside Treasure Palace, the Asian gaming room. A full menu of authentic Asian noodle dishes.

Horizons A lovely ocean view is a perk at this 24-hour restaurant.

Patsy’s Specializing in Neapolitan cuisine, Patsy’s Italian Restaurant in New York was Frank Sinatra’s favorite restaurant. Reservations. Continued on page 20

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from a menu of all-American favorites including juicy hamburgers, hand-dipped shakes and malts and freshly-baked apple pie. Guests also enjoy an all-American diner look and feel, servers who know the secret behind getting ketchup out of the bottle, tabletop jukeboxes that belt out tunes for a nickel and authentic décor.

open 7 days 7:00am – 11:30pm

609-340-0099 at Bally’s Boardwalk Entrance at Park Place & The Boardwalk, Atlantic City

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Bayside Bar

Open Every Day In The Summer

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On the Circle in Somers Point Call 927-7377

Open 7 Days Year ’Round for Lunch and Dinner

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French Quarter Buffet

The Oaks New York-style steakhouse featuring prime meats and the freshest seafood served in a refined atmosphere. Open for dinner Wed.–Sun. Reservations recommended.

Resorts 344-6000

Asian Spice Gourmet cuisine with a noodle bar and Chinese barbecue items. Noodle bar.

Boardwalk Perks Coffee shop with deli sandwiches.

Breadsticks Cafe & Grill Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night fare. Open 24 hours daily.

The Buffet Offers an international menu, as well a full complement of all-American selections. Cost: $16.99 (plus tax) Mon.–Fri.; $23.99 (plus tax) Sat. & Sun.; $13.99 (plus tax) for breakfast Sat. & Sun. $3 discount for members of the Resorts Destination Casino Club. Mon.–Fri. 11:30am–6:30pm; Sat.–Sun. breakfast. 9am–11:30am;

Sat. dinner noon–9pm; Sun. dinner noon–7pm.

Capriccio This perennial Zagat Awardwinning Italian restaurant features antipasto, pasta delicacies, fresh seafood or veal entrées with ocean views. Open for dinner Wed.–Sat.

Gallagher’s Burger Bar Burger Bar located across from Gallagher’s offers dryaged beef burgers, chili made with choice sirloin and sliders.

Gallagher’s Steakhouse 340-6555. The renowned New York City steakhouse (where the “New York Strip” steak was first served) is located on Resorts’ dining level and features traditional dry-aged steaks and seafood favorites prepared on their famous open flame. Open daily.

Showboat 343-4000

Casa Di Napoli Brick-oven pizza, classic Italian dishes including pasta, veal and seafood, homemade salad and breads.

Seafood, steaks, a Bayou salad bar and homemade desserts, self-serve cappuccino machine. $17.99 (plus tax) for lunch Sun.–Tues. noon–4pm; $21.99 for dinner Sun.–Tues. 4–9pm; $19.99 for dinner Fri. 4–10pm; $17.99 for lunch Sat. noon–4; $25.99 for dinner Sat. 4–10pm. Kids under 3 are free; kids 4–11 are half price.

House of Blues Restaurant New Orleans-style restaurant and bar.

Mansion Cafe Hearth-baked biscuits, overstuffed sandwiches, hearty salads and more. Open 24 hours daily. Home of the $3 Big Easy Burger.

Rib & Chophouse Steaks, chops, chicken and fresh seafood, char-grilled to specification. Raw bar plus the freshest catch.

Tropicana 340-4000

il Verdi Upscale gourmet Italian cuisine presented in an elegant ambiance.

Golden Dynasty Traditional Chinese cuisine, Cantonese specialties and exotic delicacies for which Chef Ping is well known.

seafood dishe and freshly prepared seasonal specialties and the best gourmet in town. Ocean views from every table.

Tropicana’s The Marketplace: A Dam Good Deli “Mom and Pop”-style deli featuring a variety of overstuffed sandwiches along with homemade soups.

Boardwalk Favorites Classic Boardwalk treats including foot-long hot dogs, fresh fruit smoothies, soft pretzels, cotton candy, corn dogs, and pizza.

Corky’s Ribs & BBQ Casual dining BBQ restaurant serving hickory-smoked pork, beef, chicken, BBQ ribs, sandwiches and salads.

Fiesta Buffet Abundant selection. Cost: $18.95 (plus tax) for breakfast and brunch Mon.–Fri. 8–11am; Sat. & Sun. 8am–1pm. $24.95 (plus tax) for dinner Mon.–Thurs. noon–8pm; Fri. noon–9pm; Sat. 2–10pm; Sun. 2–8pm.

Hooters Seafood, burgers and “nearly world-famous” chicken wings served by the famous Hooters girls.

The Quarter at the Tropicana:

Seaside Cafe This 24-hour dining experience offers updated casual fare.

Wellington’s Offering classic seashore

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A Dam Good Sports Bar 347-7770. Catch your favorite game while eating a meal with everything from beef to seafood menu.

Carmine’s 572-9300. The renowned New York family-style Italian institution serves southern Italian appetizers, entrees and desserts prepared from the freshest quality ingredients in large portions.

The Comedy Stop Cafe & Cabaret Tropicana, Brighton & Pacific aves. 1-877-FUNNYAC. Located in The Quarter. Offering a full menu of dining options, every day.

Known for its aged prime beef, monstrous Nova Scotia lobsters and outstanding American and Italian dishes. Reservations suggested.

P.F. Chang’s China Bistro 348-4600. Traditional Chinese cuisine, with innovative contemporary creations that demonstrate modern influences on the modern Asian palette.

Red Square Cuba Libre Restaurant 344-9100. Famed restau& Rum Bar 348-6700. cubalibrerestaurant.com. Classic and contemporary Cuban dishes. Brunch, dinner and late dining served daily.

The Palm 344-7256. thepalm.com.

rateur Jeffrey Chodorow’s vodka and caviar bar and restaurant recreates centuries of Russian history. The dining room, flanked with two ice columns, gives way to an ice-topped 32-foot bar. Private dining booths

available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Rí-Rá Irish Pub & Restaurant 348-8600. Authentic pubs were imported from Ireland and reassembled here. Pub fare and modern interpretations of classic Irish dishes. Live entertainment Wed.–Sat.

Trump Marina 1-800-777-8477

The Bayside Buffet Breakfast and dinner buffet. $12.99 (plus tax) for breakfast Mon., Sat., Sun. 8–11:30am; Tues.-Fri. 6-11:30am. Lunch/dinner $16.99 (plus tax) for Italian buffet w/shrimp, Mon.–Thurs. noon–7pm; Fri. & Sun. noon–8pm, Sat.

noon–9pm.

DJ’s Steakhouse Offers a blend of traditional favorites, along with newer items that have a hint of Asian flair and Orleans style. Also has a raw bar and fresh seafood. A Sunday threecourse dinner menu is available for $35 per person.

Hooters 449-9300. Seafood, salad, “nearly world-famous” chicken wings and the “more than a mouthful burger” all served by the Hooters girls.

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Trump Taj Mahal

Indian cuisine. Serving

449-1000

lunch and dinner daily.

Dynasty Cantonese/Chinese with many delicacies including authentic sushi bar.

brunch. Sun. champagne brunch, 10am–2pm.

Imperial Court Chinese cuisine with exotic offerings and assortment of familiar items. Open for dinner.

Trump Plaza 441-6000

24 Central Cafe An upscale dining experience in a casual atmosphere, features everything from steaks to seafood and from Asian dishes to the latest martinis available. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner 24 hours daily.

Broadway Buffet Salads, pasta and hot & cold entrees, fresh carved meat and all-you-can-eat u-peel shrimp. $18.95 for lunch/dinner Tues.–Thurs.; $21.95 for lunch/dinner Fri.–Sun. (includes seafood buffet). Hours: Tues.- Thurs. 11:30am-6pm, Fri. & Sun. 11:30am-8pm and Sat. 11:30am-9pm.

China Cafe & Sushi Chef Boardwalk Terrace (overlooking the ocean), 5720866. A fusion of unique Asian cuisine ranging from

Roberto’s Serving northern and southern Italian cuisine in a setting that overlooks the ocean. Also serving Sunday Brunch from 10am–2pm. Located on the sixth floor.

able. Reservations honored. Major credit cards accepted.

Safari Steak House

Hard Rock Café

Decorated in a rustic jungle

On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 441-0007. Burgers and sandwiches served in a rock ’n’ roll ambiance.

theme, the steakhouse re-

Cantonese to Japanese accompanied by an assortment of selections available at the Noodle and Sushi Bar. Il Mulino New York The 26-year-old Greenwich Evo Village dining destination 2225 Boardwalk at Trump has debuted its 10th locaPlaza. 441-0400. evorestaution in Atlantic City. Offer rant.com. Serving specialty two distinct, side-by-side cocktails and 20 wines by dining experiences, the fine the glass. Menu features dining restaurant, Il Mulino world cuisine and brickNew York and the more oven pizzas. Serving break- casual, newer concept, fast, lunch and dinner from Trattoria Il Mulino. Executive 8am daily. Chef Michele Mazza pays homage to the Abruzzo reMax’s gion of Italy. Located on the sixth floor, this steakhouse features Trattoria Il Mulino U.S.D.A. prime certified Casual dining experience Angus beef and seafood se- offers a lounge. Has an open kitchen with a pizza oven lections. Open for dinner. and a communal table. Rainforest Café Closed Monday. On the Boardwalk at Trump Moon at Dynasty Plaza. 345-5757. rainforServing specialty cocktails, estcafe.com. Exotic salads, including the Sake-tini, pastas, burgers, steaks along with sushi creations and seafood served amidst and fully cooked selections. the sights and sounds of a tropical rainforest. Familyfriendly environment.

Catering & delivery avail-

The Rim

ceived the Gold award from the National Academy of Restaurant Sciences. Closed Wed.–Thurs.

Sultan’s Feast Buffet features black angus steaks grilled to order, a gourmet pizza station and dessert station. $14.98 (plus tax) for breakfast daily 8– 11:30am; $22.47 for lunch/ dinner Mon.–Fri. noon–9pm; $26.75 Sat.–Sun. for lunch/ dinner (open until 10pm Sat.).

Spice Road: A selection of eateries and shops:

Burger Savor great burgers with an amazing choice of toppings.

Go The perfect place for a light breakfast, sandwiches, salads, Panini’s and gelato.

A gourmet noodle bar right off the casino floor. Sit at the circular bar and watch chefs prepare your meal or dine at a private table.

Plate American Cafe

Royal Albert’s Palace

Sbarro

On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 449-9200. Fine

served cafeteria-style. n

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