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A woman sitting in a beach chair with a small pup in her lap at The Rusty Nail in Cape May, NJ.
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We saw lots of dogs with owners stop here
This is our 2nd trip to Rusty Nails-
They had live music, people and dogs could sit in the sandy area, they had a fire pit.
There's a Doggie Menu at the Rusty Nail but this is for me!
A woman sitting in a beach chair with a small pup in her lap at The Rusty Nail in Cape May, NJ.
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We saw lots of dogs with owners stop here
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This is our 2nd trip to Rusty Nails-
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They had live music, people and dogs could sit in the sandy area, they had a fire pit.
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The Rusty Nail, a dog-friendly restaurant in Cape May.
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The Rusty Nail, a dog friendly restaurant in Cape May.
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There's a Doggie Menu at the Rusty Nail but this is for me!
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The Rusty Nail

The Rusty Nail in Cape May, NJ, is a pet-friendly beach bar with many surf and turf dishes. They serve a dog menu that features an array of treats, including dog bowls filled with grilled chicken, veggies, hamburgers and hot dogs. Please note that Fido is allowed to join you in the sand or at one of their picnic tables; the patio isn't dog friendly. Visit Website

Or call (609) 884-0017 for more information.

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BringFido Guest Rating
Overall 4.1
Pet-friendliness 5.0
Location 5.0
Food 4.5
Service 5.0
Value 4.5
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
TripAdvisor

The Rusty Nail is rated 4.1 bones out of 5 by 35 canine critics on BringFido, and 3.6 stars out of 5 by 28 guests on TripAdvisor.

Visitors unanimously praise The Rusty Nail for its exceptional dog-friendliness, offering water bowls, a dedicated dog menu, and a welcoming outdoor space with live music. Some travelers note occasional inconsistent service and higher prices, but most find it an ideal spot for dining with pets near the beach.

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