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Petunia, Middle Township, NJ

Petunia

4.6
4.6
250 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary European

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
Petunia, one of many boutique BYOB eateries in the Kara Restaurant Group, is located in historic Cape May Court House: a relaxing getaway from the hustle and bustle of the islands, just a fifteen minute drive from Stone Harbor, and the home to our beautiful county park and zoo.

With a focus on house-made fresh pasta and comfort food, Executive Chef Nick Price has prepared a rustic, Italian inspired dinner menu.

Allow yourself to explore the fresh flavors at Petunia in the intimacy of our warmly lit dining room, or enjoy outdoor dining in our garden patio surrounded by greenery and nature.

BYOB | Cash & Credit Accepted | Smart Casual

Outdoor tables are allocated day of - weather permitting. Please indicate in your guest requests if you would like outdoor seating for first priority if space allows.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (609) 778-2671
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Nick Price
  • Neighborhood
    Cape May Court House
  • Cross street
    Mechanic Street & Main Street (Route 9)
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch

What 250 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Cape May

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Petunia offers a cozy, intimate dining experience with standout dishes like "homemade pasta cooked to perfection." Guests appreciate the warm atmosphere, "friendly and attentive service," and delightful menu options. While some think the entrées could use more local seafood, others rave about the "wonderful flavor" and memorable dining experiences.

250 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time trying this restaurant & had a wonderful evening. I had salmon and he had the venison bolognese - both were delicious! My salmon came with a sun dried tomato risotto which was so good and complimented the salmon perfectly! For appetizers we chose the evening special which was stuffed shells (3) and Cesar salad. Our waitress split the salad for us in the kitchen which we appreciated. The shells were very good. We didn’t enjoy the Cesar was as we prefer a creamy dressing and this was served with a vinegary oil based dressing. Honestly, it tasted like something out of a bottle. Next time we will get the ricotta meatballs or the wedge salad. Ambience was very nice - small and cozy - not rushed. Our waitress Misty was exceptional. Welcomed us as first timers and spent time chatting, making us feel welcome. I would have rated higher (4.5) but the system doesn’t allow for half stars. Overall highly recommend and we will be back with friends.

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  2. Terri

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding! Our waitress was also very knowledgeable about the food and very friendly and personable. We will definitely return! 

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  3. Jennifer

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the decor and vibe. Pasta was delicious and a generous portion. Perfect for a friend’s dinner before a concert at Sperlak Barn.

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  4. Terri

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    61 reviews

    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had our valentines dinner. Was 5 course. Great value. Food was top notch! Love this restaurant.

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  5. Rosanne

    VIP

    Atlantic City

    94 reviews

    5.0

    94 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time dining at Petunia's. We went on Valentine's Day. They had a prefixed special 5 course menu. Everything was delicious. The restaurant had a warm & cozy atmosphere. The servers were fun, friendly, and very attentive. Looking forward to going back soon. Thank you Jessica , our server, and Ashley & Nick for a memorable evening ! ❤️

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  6. Jeanine

    New Jersey

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband and I recently dined at Petunia for the five-course Valentine’s Day dinner, and we were quite disappointed with our experience. Upon arrival, we were served the charcuterie board, and the server mentioned that she would bring sharing plates. However, instead of the plates, we received an ice bucket for our water, which we had not requested. Consequently, we had to eat directly from the serving platter, as the plates never arrived. The pacing of the meal was notably rushed. Before we could finish the first course, our salads were brought out. As I attempted to enjoy my salad, the third course was served, and our salads were removed due to lack of space on the table. Despite requesting a pause between courses, this seemed to go unheeded, as the main course was presented before we had a chance to finish the third course. Regrettably, the quality of the main course—filet mignon—was below expectations. The cut of meat was subpar, with significant gristle, resembling something one might find at a low end casual chain restaurant. Overall, we experienced four courses within a mere 40 minutes, which felt excessively hurried, especially given that there were several open tables in the restaurant at that time. This was particularly disheartening as this dinner was not only a Valentine’s celebration but also one of our last outings before my husband begins several months of chemotherapy. I must note that this location previously housed another restaurant from the same group that struggled to meet customer expectations. It appears that lessons have not been learned from that experience.

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  7. Michael

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Some of the meals were just okay. We had 6:30 reservations and at the end of the meal they sold out of dessert options.

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  8. Jennifer

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    First time there, will not be the last. Very good experience with well crafted plates. Often places are heavy handed with sauces, seasonings, etc, thinking more is better. Petunia gets it just right, wonderful flavor without the overuse of needless elements.

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  9. Kathryn

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and great service! Cozy, attractive decor…a lovely experience from start (wedge salad) to main course and dessert (tasty crème brûlée).

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  10. Terry

    Philadelphia

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my 2nd dining experience at Petunia and my husband’s 1st. Just as my first time, it was excellent. I love the service and the atmosphere. The food was amazing. I had the lemon herb salmon and my husband had the beef tenderloin, which he was so excited to have the oyster mushrooms! We will definitely be back soon!

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FAQs

Petunia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 778-2671.

Petunia is rated 4.6 stars by 250 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Petunia

3 Mechanic St, Middle Township, NJ 08210-2221

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Mechanic Street & Main Street (Route 9)
  • Neighborhood
    Cape May Court House
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Executive chef
    Nick Price
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch
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