A well-balanced menu with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients and interesting presentation is always front and center at the Washington Inn. A recent meal of a yucca-crusted American red snapper was outstanding, although the garlic infused lamb chops are tough to resist. Washington St., Cape May, 884-5697. For the diehards, the Tex-Mex burritos and enchiladas are as tasty as ever. Atlantic Ave., Atlantic City, 344-2293.
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Shore Rd., Linwood, 653-9300. White-glove service just may have been invented at Ram's Head Inn, where servers appear magically to take care of your every need, without ever being obtrusive. 9 W. White Horse Pike, Absecon, 652-1700. Restaurant with a View. The Old Waterway Inn offers the best view of the Atlantic City skyline in town.