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Polpo - Avalon, Avalon, NJ

Polpo - Avalon

4.6 (2336)
$31 to $50
Italian
3250 Dune Drive, Avalon, NJ 08202

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Polpo - Avalon

4.6
$31 to $50
Italian
Avalon

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for groups
Italian Restaurant that specializes in Venetian fare with a focus on seafood.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Bujar Daku
  • Area
    Avalon
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Polpo - Avalon.

4.6

4.6
(2336)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Cape May

    Good for groups

  • Cape May

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Cape May

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Polpo - Avalon offers an inviting dining experience with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." The BYOB option enhances its charm, as does the diverse menu featuring well-prepared pasta and seafood dishes. The atmosphere is lively yet cozy, perfect for family gatherings or special occasions. Highly recommended for a memorable meal.
2,336 Reviews
  1. William Gold

    Southwest Florida56 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was terrific and Cosmo, our server, was very good!

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  2. Frank

    Philadelphia County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have dined there before and it never disappoints. great food and service

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  3. Stephen

    Philadelphia County7 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    the hostess was not very nice, and there were so many fruit flies it was hard to drink our wine

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  4. Debbie Gold

    Philadelphia County26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, service and food was fantastic! I always order a special and the salmon special was amazing! One of our favorite restaurants!

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  5. Meg Gold

    Philadelphia County12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always love Polpo. Service and food were amazing as usual.

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  6. Nancy

    Philadelphia County55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an incredible dining experience at Polpo! The food was absolutely delicious and our server Ron was exceptional. Thank you. We will most definitely be back.

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  7. Joe

    Denver / Colorado7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great restaurant. My wife and I arrived early for our 6:00PM reservation. The restaurant was not crowded as it was a Tuesday night and off-season. We ordered two appetizers/salads; octopus and a house special salad. Both did not disappoint. The octopus tentacles were perfectly cooked and not rubbery with some grilled artichokes and a vinaigrette dressing. The salad was field greens, almonds, sliced strawberries, pistachios, with a vinaigrette dressing. Entrees were two seafood pasta dishes each containing large shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari, with one having lump crab meat, all in a delicious olive oil-butter and garlic sauce. To end the meal, the chef offered all diners a complementary glass of limoncello. And also, the restaurant is a BYOB with no corking or bottle charge. All in all a perfect evening.

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  8. Heather

    Philadelphia County24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our time at Polpo restaurant on a quiet Monday evening. The service was top notch and the food was excellent. The salad special was unique and very delicious. Thanks to everyone for making us feel special.

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  9. Tim

    New Jersey8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food and service. Would have preferred better tasting bread to start the meal and some accompanying side that would have been included with the entree instead of paying an additional charge.

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  10. Susan

    Philadelphia County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The lobster ravioli was delicious. We never have a bad meal at Polpo.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Bujar Daku
  • Area
    Avalon
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

FAQs

Polpo in Avalon feels warm and cozy inside with a tastefully appointed dining room and rotating artwork, while the outdoor porch and seating areas give it a lively, open‑air buzz, the porch can be noisy at peak times.

Yes, Polpo - Avalon is well suited for a special evening: guests describe memorable, special-occasion meals (including Valentine’s and rehearsal-dinner visits) and standout, attentive service.

Casual dress is the guide for Polpo, Avalon: comfortable, informal attire is appropriate.

Polpo - Avalon is a standout on Thursday, Friday and Sunday, guests point to the special value meal offered on those days, and Sunday evenings are often noted as lively.

Portions at Polpo - Avalon are generally substantial, several guests describe the serving sizes as larger than expected or a good size.

Yes, Polpo has outdoor dining: guests describe a porch and a lovely outdoor area where they’ve sat for early dinners and enjoyed the setting.

For value, visit Polpo, Avalon on Thursday, Friday, or Sunday when their special-value menu runs; for a calmer meal, try an off-season Friday (one guest noted a not-crowded Friday in November).

Polpo - Avalon offers indoor dining plus a pleasant outdoor patio, and the restaurant accepts private parties.

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Polpo - Avalon

4.6
$31 to $50
Italian
Avalon

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 13 times today
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