East Coast Crest Tavern

If you’re hunting for the quintessential South Jersey shore tavern experience—one that perfectly balances a fantastic sports bar vibe with a serious commitment to fresh, handcrafted food—you’ve found your destination at East Coast Crest Tavern. More than just a local institution, ECCT is the trifecta: a family-friendly restaurant, a high-octane sports hub, and a premier craft beer destination, all anchored by a fully-stocked, highly convenient liquor store.

Since opening its doors, owners have fostered an atmosphere that truly feels like a community living room, welcoming both adventurous diners and families year-round. While the environment is laid-back and friendly, the menu is anything but simple. They shine with local flavor, featuring incredible fresh seafood—you absolutely must try the local Cape May Salts Oysters or their steamed mussels—alongside perfectly executed pub favorites like hand-rolled burgers and satisfying dishes like the roast beef supreme sandwich.

For the beer aficionado, the tavern is a must-visit, boasting an impressive 21 ice-cold beers on tap. Their constantly rotating draft list showcases both domestic crowd-pleasers and highly sought-after craft selections from local and regional breweries, placing them firmly in the upper echelon of South Jersey beer bars. If you’re here to catch the action, look no further: with 18 wide-screen high-definition televisions, ECCT ensures you won’t miss a single MLB, NFL, or NHL moment, cementing its status as Wildwood Crest’s undisputed game-day spot.

It’s the rare spot that can nail fresh oysters, house-made cocktails, a full liquor selection, and the big game simultaneously. The East Coast Crest Tavern is truly where the locals go for familiar faces, great food, and good times.

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