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Just steps off the Atlantic City Boardwalk in the heart of the Orange Loop, Cardinal’s contemporary American menu pairs quality ingredients with craft cocktails in a casual and welcoming atmosphere. Owner and Executive Chef Michael Brennan’s innovative approach to familiar dishes spans lunch, brunch, dinner, and late-night happy hour, offering something to delight any guest. Dine in our spacious and vibrant indoor dining room or enjoy the lush outdoor patio and garden—whether it’s a drink with friends at the Garden or Lounge Bar, an intimate dinner, or a memorable event in our private dinig rooms, Cardinal’s got you covered!
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Address: 201 S New York Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: (609) 246-6670
Website: http://www.cardinal-ac.com/
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Robert Locotos
My wife & I attended an restaurant industry wine tasting here. It was a wonderful experience. I briefly spoke w chef/owner Michael Brennan. This was the most comfortable & perfect place for the tasting with well over 30 wineries/presenters. Chef Michael’s food was far beyond the typical meat & cheese offerings. It was an upscale & delicious accompaniment to some fabulous wines.
WELL DONE, Michael!
We are excited about coming in for dinner.
… moreWELL DONE, Michael!
We are excited about coming in for dinner.
Kara Yanochko
From being greeted, to seated and served…everyone working on NYE was welcoming and pleasant. Great cocktails… Figure of Speech was unique and delicious. We had a couple starters (caviar was amazing) and did the pre-fix menu (the short ribs!!!!). All the items we ordered were fantastic and a tremendous value. Our server was friendly and efficient, offered good recommendations and reassurance of our choices, and made for an overall enjoyable dinner. We are so happy we chose it and will highly recommend to others. We will absolutely be back on our next trip to AC!
… moreJerry Coleman
I arrived for dinner last evening around 6 pm. I was greeted by the bar staff as soon as I entered. Followed by a welcome from the Executive Chef and Owner Michael Brennan. I opted to sit near the bar at a low table. In seconds my table was surrounded by the team, my server, the bartender and the owner, making me feel welcome and insuring I was comfortable.
I was presented with multiple menus, all updated for the season, I selected the That Dill Though, it was there in two minutes, a tall glass with ice, vodka, dill syrup, lemon, Granny Smith apple, and prosecco, garnished with fresh dill. It was cool, refreshing and delicious.
I discovered a lot of new items with creative flair and sounding amazing.
I selected from the Prix Fixe menu. This is a new feature that includes an appetizer, main and dessert at a great cost saving price with various options.
My appetizer was a Caesar salad, it included a generous portion of fresh crisp hearts of romaine, preserved lemon, parmesan, onion jam, croutons and just the right amount of house made creamy Caesar dressing. Together the flavors are an outstanding, the preserved lemon pieces offer a fresh pop and contrast with the onion jam. This is absolutely a must have, just writing about it is making me crave it again.
My main was the Jail Island Salmon. It was beautiful and delicious. The Salmon is delectable the skin is perfectly seasoned and crispy, look at the photo how moist flaky and executed perfectly, It is perched atop wonderful butternut squash and chilled farro with apple and fresh parsley. This was without a doubt the best salmon I ever had.
For dessert I enjoyed the house made cheesecake, it was so creamy, served with fresh strawberry slices blueberries and a fresh whipped cream a light dusting of powdered sugar and a mint leaf this was decadent, a very rich soufflé style, simply spectacular.
My server was Manuel, very friendly professional and attentive. The entire staff checked on me, frequently including the Chef Michael who stopped at my table after every course was delivered.
The restaurant is decorated nicely for the holiday with a great sound system playing excellent music.
This was such a wonderful dinner that when I was leaving I opted to walk the beautiful grounds even though is was raining, just to prolong this exquisite culinary journey!
This place is worthy of a visit when in Atlantic City. It’s steps off the world famous Atlantic City boardwalk between Ballys and Resorts casinos on New York Avenue.
… moreI was presented with multiple menus, all updated for the season, I selected the That Dill Though, it was there in two minutes, a tall glass with ice, vodka, dill syrup, lemon, Granny Smith apple, and prosecco, garnished with fresh dill. It was cool, refreshing and delicious.
I discovered a lot of new items with creative flair and sounding amazing.
I selected from the Prix Fixe menu. This is a new feature that includes an appetizer, main and dessert at a great cost saving price with various options.
My appetizer was a Caesar salad, it included a generous portion of fresh crisp hearts of romaine, preserved lemon, parmesan, onion jam, croutons and just the right amount of house made creamy Caesar dressing. Together the flavors are an outstanding, the preserved lemon pieces offer a fresh pop and contrast with the onion jam. This is absolutely a must have, just writing about it is making me crave it again.
My main was the Jail Island Salmon. It was beautiful and delicious. The Salmon is delectable the skin is perfectly seasoned and crispy, look at the photo how moist flaky and executed perfectly, It is perched atop wonderful butternut squash and chilled farro with apple and fresh parsley. This was without a doubt the best salmon I ever had.
For dessert I enjoyed the house made cheesecake, it was so creamy, served with fresh strawberry slices blueberries and a fresh whipped cream a light dusting of powdered sugar and a mint leaf this was decadent, a very rich soufflé style, simply spectacular.
My server was Manuel, very friendly professional and attentive. The entire staff checked on me, frequently including the Chef Michael who stopped at my table after every course was delivered.
The restaurant is decorated nicely for the holiday with a great sound system playing excellent music.
This was such a wonderful dinner that when I was leaving I opted to walk the beautiful grounds even though is was raining, just to prolong this exquisite culinary journey!
This place is worthy of a visit when in Atlantic City. It’s steps off the world famous Atlantic City boardwalk between Ballys and Resorts casinos on New York Avenue.
Jacquelyn Wonsey
I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Cardinal! The food was unique, fresh, and delicious. The perfect spot for brunch to top off a wonderful weekend. I was staying at the nearby Atlantic Palace and saw positive reviews online. I wanted to try something local and they did not disappoint.
My friend and I started with the Crispy Broccoli. This was such a unique starter. Perfect, lightly battered, crowns of broccoli cooked to perfection. I honestly contemplated ordering a batch to go. Once they were gone, we were definitely wanting more.
I had the Southern Eggs Benedict, crispy chicken on a house made biscuit topped with sausage gravy and eggs. My friend enjoyed the Chicken & Waffles. The chicken was juicy and tender, with a well seasoned batter. Just 10s across the board for both dishes.
The Lemon Ricotta pancakes were not my favorite as they were dense and chewy. I like a soft fluffy pancake. But our server was able to remove them from our bill, for which I was grateful.
All in all Cardinal is a must-try if you’re in Atlantic City. And if you get the chance, also stop hy Hayday Coffee next door. They’re owned by the same folks and the lattes are top notch!
… moreMy friend and I started with the Crispy Broccoli. This was such a unique starter. Perfect, lightly battered, crowns of broccoli cooked to perfection. I honestly contemplated ordering a batch to go. Once they were gone, we were definitely wanting more.
I had the Southern Eggs Benedict, crispy chicken on a house made biscuit topped with sausage gravy and eggs. My friend enjoyed the Chicken & Waffles. The chicken was juicy and tender, with a well seasoned batter. Just 10s across the board for both dishes.
The Lemon Ricotta pancakes were not my favorite as they were dense and chewy. I like a soft fluffy pancake. But our server was able to remove them from our bill, for which I was grateful.
All in all Cardinal is a must-try if you’re in Atlantic City. And if you get the chance, also stop hy Hayday Coffee next door. They’re owned by the same folks and the lattes are top notch!
Bowen J Knarr Jr
This was the was absolute best surprise of our recent AC dudes trip. They were able to accommodate 10 guys on a Saturday night and the food was outta this world good. I crushed the ricotta gnocchi so hard the only photo you get it a picture of the empty bow! The Brussel sprouts were so delicious we were still talking about them 3 hours later. I pray for an excuse to get back to NJ and eat here again. I cannot imagine a world in which you come to AC and not eat here. Spectacular all around service and ambiance as well!! Great vegetarian options and solid NA mocktail options!!!
… moreLori Schetlick
Manuel and Brian were amazing bartenders who took time to make suggestions and share warmth. Meals were delicate and flavorful worth every penny.
… moreMiss Val
We stopped in here for brunch on Sunday in April after spending the night in AC. I found it on Google maps when looking for a brunch or lunch spot and their menu looked good. We sat at one of the bars. We waited a few minutes for a bartender to greet us and provide menus. There is a dining section behind this bar and they must have been busy because he was cranking out drinks.
We ordered a couple drinks and our meals – an omelet and a salad with a side of biscuits. The food was served pretty quickly. The taste and flavor was good. Someone else at the bar ordered chicken and waffles and it looked like enough food for 3-4 people to share. The atmosphere was casual and easy going. Prices were comparable to similar places we have been but lower than I was expecting being in AC anyway.
They have a nice outdoor space but it was crazy windy the day we were here so we didn’t sit outside.
We had an overall enjoyable experience.
… moreWe ordered a couple drinks and our meals – an omelet and a salad with a side of biscuits. The food was served pretty quickly. The taste and flavor was good. Someone else at the bar ordered chicken and waffles and it looked like enough food for 3-4 people to share. The atmosphere was casual and easy going. Prices were comparable to similar places we have been but lower than I was expecting being in AC anyway.
They have a nice outdoor space but it was crazy windy the day we were here so we didn’t sit outside.
We had an overall enjoyable experience.
Nugget Masino
The best privately owned restaurant in Atlantic City with something for everyone. The atmosphere is wonderful – it is simultaneously family friendly and perfect for a chic date night. The cocktails are meticulously crafted by expert bartenders – Brian and Manny are a dynamic duo, both knowledgeable mixologists and excellent conversationalists. Meredith is not only also an expert bartender, but a certified sommelier and her Wednesday Wine nights are not to be missed. Our server, Seth, was quick to greet us, take orders, and make us feel right at home. He is thorough and efficient, answering questions and guiding us to the perfect selections based on our needs and tastes. He made us feel right at home. Now the important part: the food! I highly recommend the brussels – best I’ve had anywhere. The raw seafood is also to die for! My go to meals usually involve the steak or salmon options – but I am always sure to try the special of the night. Chef Michael Brennan is a culinary genius. An added nice touch is that he comes out frequently to chat with guests and get feedback. Brunch is also always a good idea at Cardinal. This is one of the few spots in Atlantic City that checks all of the boxes consistently.
… moreLinda Newman
Staying at the Hardrock hotel for a show, searched up farm to table restaurants near me and boy did it steer me in the right direction. Literally an 3 minute ride away! Elise our server was enthusiastic about the menu as she shared about some of her favorites. She was spot on about the pancakes. So fresh and light. We went for brunch and can’t wait to go back for dinner before leaving New Jersey. The avocado fries, lemon ricotta pancake, the croquettes, even the bacon just superbly done. Everything was just incredibly fresh and tasty. The added bonus is how reasonably priced everything is. What a gem of a place! I literally want to try everything on the menu, next will be the salmon. I’ll come back to this review and post pictures next time.
… moreginger clarke
First arriving to Cardinal, you are greeted with an amazing outdoor garden with beautiful Orange Loop murals. If you haven’t checked out their flower trail, outdoor bar and concert area, and amazing fire pit- you need to! That’s just outside, inside you are getting an all immersive experience: greeted at the host stand to sit at happy hour or dining in the luxurious seats with an artistic view. All pieces are handmade by local artists and some available to purchase! The food is the top tier you can find in AC! A wide variety and range including: appetizers, entrees, sides, desserts, mixed cocktails, local crafted spirits, and a huge array of friendly staff waiting to serve you. I highly recommend the Brussels Sprouts, Duck Wings, Chicken Sandwich, and Flourless Chocolate Cake! Go see for yourself how amazing this restaurant with tons of heart and soul is!
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