“Eat” listings
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White House Sub Shop
For the first time in its 65 years, this world-famous Atlantic City institution, a must on most visitors’ itineraries, has branched out from its single location at the corner of Arctic and Mississippi avenues. Make sure to try either the Italian or cheesesteak sub. The Beatles, Bill Cosby, Joe DiMaggio and thousands of other celebrities whose photos and autographs paper the walls can’t be wrong. $$ (09/2011)
At the Trump Taj Mahal 1000 Boardwalk
609-345-0275
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Il Mulino New York
This celebrated Manhattan dining destination hit the AC dining scene a few years ago, and brought with it its firstrate reputation for fine Italian cuisine and solid service. Here it offers both formal and more casual trattoria-style dining experiences—but either way it’s the same extraordinary food created by the same world-class chefs. $$$$ (08/2011)
At Trump Taj Mahal 1000 Boardwalk
609-449-6004
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Tony Boloney’s
This isn’t your ordinary pizza joint. The Cheesesteak Olé, winner of the 2010 Guy Fieri Cheesesteak Battle, is just one of many scrumptious sandwiches and “bolis” (short for strombolis) on the menu, which also offers both red and white pies with names like “Gambler” and “Nucky’s BBQ.” $ (05/2011)
300 Oriental Ave
609-344-8669
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Rí Rá Irish Pub
Constructed with components of a former Emerald Isle pub that James Joyce used to frequent, this spot salvaged more than just architecture from the old country. The food is equally authentic, from the perfectly prepared fish and chips to the beef and Guinness stew. $$ (03/2011)
At the Tropicana Casino and Resort 2801 Pacific Ave
609-348-8600
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Old Homestead Steakhouse
This second location of the famed New York City steakhouse has a menu that emphasizes beef, beef and well, more beef—especially hand-massaged Kobe. $$$$ (03/2011)
At the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa 1 Borgata Way
609-317-1000
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REDDING’S RESTAURANT
After more than a year of anticipation and construction, this Southern cuisine transplant from Harlem, courtesy of Chef Carl Redding, is the latest eatery in town, offering down-home dishes like fi sh and chips, chicken and waffl es, corn-bread muffi ns and barbecue ribs. Save room for sides and house-made desserts. $$ (01/2011)
1545 Pacifi c Ave
609-348-3270
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SEABLUE
Celebrated chef Michael Mina made his East Coast debut in 2006 when he, Bobby Flay and Wolfgang Puck all opened restaurants inside the Borgata. Although it will make a dent in your wallet, a meal at SeaBlue is an exercise in dining bliss, with a relaxing ambience, an extensive wine list, and thoughtful creations such as lobster pot pie, chicken-fried quail and that high-end Jersey shore favorite: the lobster corn dog. $$$$$ (11/2010)
1 Borgata Way
609-317-1000
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TUN TAVERN
A descendant of a brewhouse built in Revolution-era Philadelphia, this restaurant/ brewery appeals to a range of tastes. Stick to the delicious pub grub (the One Tun Burger is a favorite) and don’t miss out on the devilishly good Chocolate Decadence (brownies topped with ice cream, walnuts, chocolate chips and whipped cream). $$$ (09/2010)
2 Convention Blvd
609-347-7800
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KNIFE & FORK INN
This one-time gentleman’s club, with intriguing Flemish architecture, has been entertaining Atlantic City visitors since 1912. Splurge on the filet Oscar—a juicy steak topped with jumbo lump crabmeat and béarnaise. $$$ (07/2010)
3600 Atlantic Ave
609-344-1133
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FORNELLETTO
Under the direction of Chef Stephen Kalt, the newest restaurant at the Borgata offers a culinary excursion to Southern Italy. The signature dish is a grilled veal chop with an artichoke, fig and oyster mushroom salad. $$$$ (04/2010)
1 Borgata Way
609-317-1000
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MIA
This Roman column-fronted Mediterranean restaurant has a culinary pedigree that includes Georges Perrier of Philadelphia’s famous Le Bec Fin. Try the fire and ice tuna crudo, with Thai chilis and crispy capers. (03/2010)
2100 Pacific Ave
609-441-2345
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DOCK’S OYSTER HOUSE
After 113 years, this seafood shack remains one of the finest restaurants in town. Crab meat sauté, fried jumbo shrimp and Dock’s seafood fry are among the classics from the original menu. $$$$ (12/2009)
2405 Atlantic Ave
609-345-0092
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