Ugly Mug

Where Is It? In the heart of the charming Washington Street Mall.

Why Should I Go? The Mug isn’t just a bar and restaurant that’s been around for over half a century; it’s a genuine local legend. Mugs hang from the ceiling, turned to face the sea when their respective Mug-loving owners pass on. Then there’s the famous Froth-Blowing Contest that’s been held since 1954. Whoever blows the most froth out of the glass wins a trophy — and, of course, serious bragging rights.

The Mug is not only a classic, traditional bar — it’s a full-service family-friendly restaurant, too, offering a selection of appetizers, sandwiches and entrées which you may enjoy in three different ways...

1. Nestle into the cozy wooden booths that now occupy both dining rooms in the Mug — perfect for a more intimate eating experience.

2. Position yourself on one of the bar stools, and partake in the hottest dining movement of the moment — eating at the bar, while either catching up with the sports news on one of the flat-screen TVs, or conversing with the friendly bartenders.

3. Seat yourself at an outdoor table on the patio overlooking the bustling Washington Street Mall, the ultimate people-watching spot in the city.

Insider Tip: The locally made crab cakes, from Chef Gary Romberger’s Cape May Crab Factory, are among the best in town.

Website: uglymug.bar

Phone: 609-884-3459

Address: 426 Washington Street, Cape May