Secondo

4.6

2985 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:30 PM

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Lively

In Italian, the word, Secondo means “the second part of a duet.” When we opened Panico’s Bistro, we knew we wanted to eventually add some harmony to our original melody and so, Secondo is the continuation of our long-standing tradition to serve classic Italian cuisine in concert with Mediterranean influences right here in Cape May County. Nested beautifully on the bay, enjoy dinner and hand-handcrafted cocktails; inside in our sophisticated dining room or outside on our covered patio next to the harbor and water.

Reservations recommended. Walk-ins are accepted based on availability. We will do our best to accommodate requests for seating preferences and/or outside dining, but they cannot be guaranteed based on limited outdoor seating. Outdoor dining may have additional wait times. Two bars (seasonal) are available to enjoy cocktails and wine should you arrive early for your reservation.
For parties greater than eight or private events, please call 609-600-2115.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(609) 600-2115
Website
http://www.panicossecondo.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
991 Ocean Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204
Neighborhood
Cape May
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Christmas Eve
$75.00 per person
Dec 24, 2024 only
Join us for Christmas Eve for three carefully crafted courses that highlight some of our most beloved dishes alongside unique and creative additions. This prix fixe menu is designed to offer a variety of options to suit every palate, allowing you to indulge in a memorable dining experience. $75 per person (plus tax and gratuity, liquor sold separately) Chilidren $35
New Year's Eve
$100.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable dining experience! On New Year’s Eve, we will be exclusively offering a luxurious 4-Course Prix Fixe Menu to make your celebration extraordinary. This carefully crafted menu highlights a variety of exceptional dishes designed to delight your palate and set the stage for a magical evening. $100 per person (plus tax and gratuity, liquor sold separately) Children $35 Plus stay for a complimentary champagne toast and DJ at midnight in the bar.

Popular dishes

Italian Garden Soup$10.00
house made chicken meatball, penne, chicken broth, spinach
Battered Jersey$18.00
tomatoes, layered, crab, bleu cheese, baked
Mozzarella Fritto$16.00
smoked mozzarella & ricotta cheese, hand battered, fried, marinara
Artichoke$14.00
whole, chive & reggiano bread crust, oven baked, goat cheese, evoo
Polpetta$19.00
large meatball, stuffed aged provolone, sweet ricotta, fried basil
Fra Diavlo Mussels & Clams$17.00
scallion, house pomodoro, tear drop chilies
Octopus$23.00
char grilled, sautéed, simple olive oil, parsley, lemon
Calamari$17.00
breaded, lightly fried, lemon, sea salt and peppercorn flavor
Roasted Feta$15.00
hot Greek honey, fig and olive, rosemary, pita
Spanikopita$14.00
flaky phyllo, spinach, leek, feta
Chivilade$15.00
Italian pinwheel sausage, basil, reggiano
Rustic Antipasto$26.00
mortadella, soppressata, proscuitto, artichoke, olives, pepperoni, buffalo mozzarella, stuffed sweet pepper shooter, truffle pecorino

Salad

House$13.00
greens, cherry tomatoes, red onions, kalamata olives, salted mozzarella, grilled bread, tomato vinaigrette
Caesar$13.00
crispy garlic chips, parmigiana reggiano
Greek Country$16.00
tomato, red onion, green pepper, kalamata, olives, feta, grilled bread, oregano vinaigrette
Mozzerella$15.00
omato & basil, stacked, creamy pesto, balsamic reduction

Oyster Bar

Oyster Selection of the Day

Your Choice | (6)$22.00
Mignonette, Limoncello
From Russia with Love | (6)$28.00
Char Grilled Herb | (6)$24.00
butter sauce, romano

From the Brick Oven

Pizza

Marinara$17.00
mozzarella, sauce
Margherita$19.00
fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil
Bianco$17.00
ricotta, mozzarella, sea salt, olive oil
Lardo$23.00
pepperoni, sweet soppressata, sausage, pancetta

Burrata & Focaccia

Truffle$18.00
drizzled truffle oil, sautéed shitake mushrooms
Prosciutto$19.00
fresh prosciutto, basil, evoo
Fig & Pear Arugula$18.00
dried fig, spicy pear

Bruschetta

Original$13.00
thin focaccia, chopped tomato, onion, basil, fresh mozzarella, balsamic glaze, baked
Tomato and Chilled Feta$16.00
thin focaccia, drizzled spicy honey
Portobello$13.00
thin focaccia, goat cheese, leek

Entrata

Chicken Parmigiano$30.00
hand battered (HF), melted provolone, mozzarella, parmigiana reggiano, sauced up pasta
Lemon Chicken$35.00
(HF), caper, sweet tomato, spinach, feta, crab, starch
Pork Chop Florentine$37.00
spinach, roasted red pepper, lemon butter, fontini, leeks, starch
Veal Pecorino$31.00
battered, fried, melted pecorino, tomato and arugula salata
Filet Mignon$63.00
battered shrimp, sambuca basil pesto, toasted asparagus, starch
Lamb Chops$43.00
house marinade, sacchetti stuffed fontini & prosciutto, vodka sauce
Crispy Salmon$36.00
herbed, tzatziki,starch, asparagus
Whole Branzino$38.00
bone in, char-grilled, oregano vinaigrette, starch
Scallop & Goat Cheese Ravioli$40.00
sun dried tomatoes, artichokes, spinach, lemon and garlic sauce
Eggplant Pesto$28.00
battered, fried, melted caprese, mozzarella, roasted red pepper, spinach, creamy pesto, sweet glaze, oven baked, pasta

Macaroni

Spaghettini$40.00
spicy, salmon, squid, crab, mussels, clams, shrimp, marinara
Cavatappi$36.00
sautéed shrimp, pancetta, peas, gorgonzola, alfredo
Mediterranean Crab$39.00
sweet onion, tomato, garlic wine, chunk feta, roasted bread crumble, chili pepper, spaghettini
Pappardelle Pomodoro$28.00
roasted eggplant, zucchini, squash, capers, olives, garlic, basil, marinara
Ravioli
sauce and protein of the day
- MP
Sunday Dinner$30.00
meatball, roasted pork, italian sausage, ricotta, gravy, rigatoni
Rigatoni$31.00
chicken breast (HF), alla vodka, fried basil
Linguine$36.00
whole clams, chopped clams, crab, roasted red pepper, garlic wine, parsley

Sides

Char Grilled Asparagus$12.00
Feta & Mixed Olives$10.00
Italian Sausage$14.00
Lobster Tail 8oz
Truffle Fries$12.00
Meatball$14.00
Euro Fries$12.00

What 2,985 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
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Cape May
Hot spot
Cape May
Great for scenic views
Cape May
Lively
Cape May
Italian
Cape May
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Secondo offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious food" and a "fun atmosphere." The outdoor setting by the marina provides a "lovely view," while the extensive menu and specials ensure there's something for everyone. Consistently praised for its "amazing cocktails" and "excellent service," Secondo is a Cape May favorite.

2,985 Reviews

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Adam
VIP
Philadelphia
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Augustina was phenomenal. She described the menu and specials in an inspiring way. The portions were large and worth the price. We will definitely be back.
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Clara
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place - would definitely recommend to anyone visiting the area.
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kristen
Philadelphia
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Overall I was disappointed in our dining experience this time. The food was not as good as it usually is and the value for the portions has changed. We had two very small pieces of grilled octopus for 24$, which honestly is embarrassing. Other dishes were good but the famous pork chop was not as good as it usually presents. Our waiter was top notch but when you spend almost 700$ for a meal and 850$ with tip, I except better! This is typically our special occasion restaurant and for the holidays but yesterday was disappointing.
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Susan
Atlantic City
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated our granddaughter’s birthday and had a wonderful time
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Joe
Atlantic City
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was excellent and the service was excellent r as well. Ask for Tom as your server.
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Sharon
New York City
42 reviews
3.0
42 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food is always amazing and our server tonight was great. Unfortunately the noise level was like a grammar school cafeteria. It was really awful. Luckily I had earplugs in my purse from a recent concert. When we’d dined here in the past it was not like this.
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Christina
Atlantic City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time dining at Segundo.. have been to Panicos before. The waiter was prompt and helpful.. the food was fabulous .. desserts were good but I was looking for zuppa englese or Italian rum and the ones there were not made on the premises. Not complaining .. but if I were that would be the only suggestion😊
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Shaun
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
It was great! Service was very friendly and food came out very quick.
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Bob
Caribbean
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect experience ….waiters are great ….specials were unbelievable .
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Lisa
New Jersey
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Secondo was decorated just lovely for the Christmas season. Service was also outstanding as our server, Devon, did a wonderful job. I ordered the Lemon Chicken, which was very tasty and my husband ordered the pork chop special. The pork chop was large and cooked to perfection. Only preference would be to offer a different starch with the pork chop, perhaps a baked potato, which we would have preferred over gnocchi. I know homemade gnocchi is all the rage right now, so I understand why Secondo would want to offer that as their starch, so just a small suggestion. Everything else was wonderful and we will definitely visit again.
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FAQs

Secondo offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 600-2115.

Secondo is rated 4.6 stars by 2985 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:30 PM

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

991 Ocean Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204

Additional information

Neighborhood
Cape May
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.panicossecondo.com/
Phone number
(609) 600-2115

Secondo

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Christmas Eve

New Year's Eve

Linguine

Spaghettini

Pork Chop Florentine

Meze

Italian Garden Soup$10.00

Battered Jersey$18.00

Mozzarella Fritto$16.00

Artichoke$14.00

Polpetta$19.00

Fra Diavlo Mussels & Clams$17.00

Octopus$23.00

Calamari$17.00

Roasted Feta$15.00

Spanikopita$14.00

Chivilade$15.00

Rustic Antipasto$26.00

Salad

House$13.00

Caesar$13.00

Greek Country$16.00

Mozzerella$15.00

Oyster Bar

Your Choice | (6)$22.00

From Russia with Love | (6)$28.00

Char Grilled Herb | (6)$24.00

From the Brick Oven

Pizza

Marinara$17.00

Margherita$19.00

Bianco$17.00

Lardo$23.00

Burrata & Focaccia

Truffle$18.00

Prosciutto$19.00

Fig & Pear Arugula$18.00

Bruschetta

Original$13.00

Tomato and Chilled Feta$16.00

Portobello$13.00

Entrata

Chicken Parmigiano$30.00

Lemon Chicken$35.00

Pork Chop Florentine$37.00

Veal Pecorino$31.00

Filet Mignon$63.00

Lamb Chops$43.00

Crispy Salmon$36.00

Whole Branzino$38.00

Scallop & Goat Cheese Ravioli$40.00

Eggplant Pesto$28.00

Macaroni

Spaghettini$40.00

Cavatappi$36.00

Mediterranean Crab$39.00

Pappardelle Pomodoro$28.00

Ravioli

Sunday Dinner$30.00

Rigatoni$31.00

Linguine$36.00

Sides

Char Grilled Asparagus$12.00

Feta & Mixed Olives$10.00

Italian Sausage$14.00

Lobster Tail 8oz

Truffle Fries$12.00

Meatball$14.00

Euro Fries$12.00

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