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Highest-rated restaurants for special occasions in Atlantic City, according to Tripadvisor

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Maybe you've gone to the same restaurant for every special occasion over the last decade. Perhaps your favorite spot shut its doors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Or maybe you're just on the lookout for a new dining experience to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. Whether you're trying to find your way out of a restaurant rut, just moved to your city, or simply want to try somewhere new for your next celebration, finding a new favorite spot can be challenging.

There are lots of components that go into picking the right restaurant for a special occasion. What the ambiance is like, which type of cuisine is served, what dietary restrictions can be accommodated, the price point, and even whether reservations are accepted are important considerations. Whether you're looking for cozy-casual or fine dining, Atlantic City has a variety of eateries to choose from for your next celebration.

To aid in your search, Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Atlantic City using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Bon appetit!

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#30. Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (1,433 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2100 Pacific Ave Caesar's Atlantic City, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-6612
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#29. Rainforest Cafe

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (834 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2201 Boardwalk Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#28. Robert's Steakhouse

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (126 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1000 Boardwalk Taj Mahal Hotel and Casino, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-7415
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#27. Il Mulino New York - Atlantic City

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (279 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1000 Boardwalk at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-7415
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#26. Angeloni's II Restaurant & Lounge

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (240 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2400 Arctic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#25. Girasole Ristorante

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (250 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 3108 Pacific Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-6229
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#24. Broadway Burger Bar

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (372 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2801 Pacific Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-6347
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#23. Guy Fieri's Chophouse

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (776 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1900 Pacific Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-6714
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#22. P.F. Chang's

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (552 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Chinese, Asian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2801 Pacific Ave Unit 101 The Quarter at the Tropicana, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-6351
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#20. Il Verdi

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (136 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 2831 Boardwalk Tropicana Casino and Hotel, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#19. Izakaya in Borgata Hotel

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (443 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Japanese, Sushi
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1 Borgata Way The Borgata Hotel, Casino, & Spa, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-1946
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#18. Ruth's Chris Steak House

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (322 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 2020 Atlantic Ave The Walk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-6734
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#17. The Iron Room

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (157 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: $$ - $$$
- Price: not available
- Address: 131 S Tennessee Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-7111
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#15. The Palm - Atlantic City

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (445 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 2801 Pacific Ave The Quarter at Tropicana, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-6347
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#14. Angelo's Fairmount Tavern

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (745 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2300 Fairmount Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-4006
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#13. Chef Vola's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (761 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 111 S Albion Pl, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-6407
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#12. Kelsey & Kim's Southern Cafe

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (691 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 201 Melrose Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-5503
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#10. EastWind

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (454 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Singaporean, Chinese
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1133 Boardwalk Resorts Casino Hotel, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-7329
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#9. Carmine's Italian Restaurant - Atlantic City

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,864 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 2801 Pacific Ave 2801 Pacific Ave., Atlantic City, NJ 08401-6347
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#8. Old Homestead

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (789 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 1 Borgata Way The Borgata Hotel, Casino, & Spa, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-1946
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#7. Chart House

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (545 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 644 Huron Blvd Golden Nugget Hotel, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#5. Knife & Fork Inn

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (802 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 3600 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-6198
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#4. Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (462 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: Huron And Brigantine Blvd Huron & Brigantine Blvd., Atlantic City, NJ 08401
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#3. Cafe 2825

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (526 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 2825 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-6325
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#2. Dock's Oyster House

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (1,687 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 2405 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401-6630
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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