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Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner for over 45 Years
View our sample menus for The Mad Batter Restaurant & Bar, our award-winning restaurant in downtown Cape May, New Jersey. Located inside the Carroll Villa Hotel, a national landmark welcoming guests since 1882, our Cape May hotel guests enjoy breakfast vouchers and 30% off dinner entrees with their stay.
Breakfast & Lunch...Served 8am Until 2:45pm Daily
Orange Juice
fresh squeezed and juiced daily
small (8oz) $4, large (16oz) $7
Fruit Bowl
scrumptious assortment of fresh fruits $15
with nuts and raisins $17.25
Honey Almond Granola with Fresh Fruit
with yogurt $11
Vegan Organic Nut, Granola and Fresh fruit
cinnamon, pumpkin and flax seed, served with almond milk $16
Belgian Waffle
vanilla batter and malted flour $10
with pecans $10.75
Thick-Sliced Almond & Orange French Toast
thick-sliced brioche dipped in a rich batter of heavy cream, eggs, fresh orange juice and almonds $10
Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes
stack of three, our award-winning classic $10
with blueberries or chocolate chips $12
gluten free add $2
Harry’s Original Oatmeal Pancakes
stack of three, moist and rich $10
with blueberries or chocolate chips $11
add pure maple syrup $4
Smoked Salmon with Toasted Bagel
served with red onion, capers, lettuce, tomato & cream cheese $17
Creamed Chipped Beef
served over white toast, with home fries $12
Build Your Own Egg Sandwich
eggs any way, choice of meat, cheese, and bread, served with home fries $13
Chilaquiles
fried corn tortillas, salsa roja, two fried eggs, avocado, queso fresco, & sour cream $16
Classic Egg Dishes
Fluffy Three Egg Omelet $10
Meats: ham / bacon / sausage $1 each
Cheeses: swiss / cheddar / american / cream cheese / pepperjack / feta $1 each
Vegetables: broccoli / spinach / green onions / mushrooms / peppers and onions / diced tomato $1 each
Seafood: lobster or jumbo lump crab $6 each
Croustade
three scrambled eggs, sausage, roasted red peppers and garlic, green onions, pepper jack cheese; served over brioche $14
Chorizo Scrambler
three scrambled eggs with chorizo sausage, peppers and onions, black beans, over a crisp corn tortilla, queso fresco and salsa verde $18
Country Breakfast
two eggs as you like, country slab bacon, sausage, country ham or scrapple, served with toast $12
gluten-free toast add $1.50
make it a “big batter” – 3 eggs, 2 meats $14
Mad Batter Benedict
two poached eggs, canadian bacon, hollandaise sauce; toasted english muffin $15
Chesapeake Bay Benedict
poached eggs, jumbo lump crabmeat, hollandaise sauce, capers, toasted english muffin $18
Helsinki
three scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, green onions and cream cheese, over toasted brioche $18
House-Made Corned Beef Hash
classic-style corned beef, onions, potatoes, spices; served with two eggs $15
Morgan Rostie
three scrambled eggs, jumbo lump crabmeat, sun-dried tomatoes, crispy fried potatoes, herbs & swiss cheese $18
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eggs served with home fries and one piece of multi-grain toast
sub fruit $2.50 or “loaded” potatoes $2.50
*egg whites available upon request $2
BLT Breakfast Sandwich
locally baked bagel with tempeh bacon or vegan sausage, lettuce, tomato, red onion and vegan mayonnaise, served with fresh fruit $17
Tofu Scrambler (Gluten-Free)
sauteed tofu, peppers and onions, tomato, mushroom, garlic, spinach, and crispy fried potatoes, seasoned with turmeric, topped with vegan cheese, served with fresh fruit $17
Mad Batter Clam Chowder (Gluten Free)
our very own special soup, a rich blend of chopped clams, onions, bacon, heavy cream broth, touch of saffron $8.50
Soup of the Day
a delightful daily special $9
Garden Salad (Gluten Free)
medley of seasonal greens, red onions, cucumbers, carrots, tomato, with our special house vinaigrette dressing $11
Classic Caesar
romaine hearts, shaved pecorino, croutons, with our creamy anchovy dressing $13
Arugula & Mozzarella (Gluten Free)
tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, basil pesto, EVOO, and balsamic reduction $15
Roasted Pear Salad (Gluten Free)
mixed greens, toasted hazelnuts, bacon and gorgonzola cheese with a raspberry vinaigrette $16
Harvest Salad (Gluten Free)
arugula, granny smith apples, dried cranberries, feta cheese and candied walnuts, with citrus vinaigrette $15
~ salad additions ~
four grilled shrimp $12; lobster or lump crab meat $8; scoop of waldorf chicken salad $8.50; 8oz grilled chicken $9; 8oz grilled salmon $18; 8oz blackened fish $12
Mad Batter Wings (Gluten Free)
baked and fried, served with cracked black pepper bleu cheese and celery sticks.
Tossed in choice of sauce: bayberry; angry; sticky bbq; honey mustard; garlic-parmesan $16
Chicken Tenders
served with choice of sauce: bayberry; angry; sticky bbq; honey mustard; garlic-parmesan $12
House Nachos (Gluten Free)
corn tortilla chips, sour cream, green onions, tomato, pico de gallo, fresh jalapeños, aged cheddar cheese sauce, and queso fresco $13
with chicken $18, with chorizo sausage $19
Cheesesteak Egg Rolls
fried served with aged cheddar cheese sauce & sriracha ketchup dipping sauce $15
Crab Cake Appetizer
our championship jumbo lump crab cake, remoulade sauce $18
Tempura-Fried Brussel Sprouts
served with vegan ranch dressing $15
Grilled Beef Burger
char-grilled 8 oz. burger, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle; on a country bun, served with french fries; choice of: cheddar, swiss, brie, american, or blue cheese $20
add bacon $3.50
Crab Cake Sandwich
our championship jumbo lump crab cake, on a country bun, lettuce, tomato, remoulade sauce, served with french fries $20
Blackened Fish Sandwich
pan-fried filet of fish, cajun spices, lettuce, tomato, and remoulade sauce, on a country bun, served with french fries $18
Waldorf Chicken Salad Croissant
grilled chicken, apples, grapes, walnuts, celery, red onion, tossed with a creamy waldorf dressing, on a croissant, served with fresh fruit $17
Oven-Roasted Turkey Sandwich
fresh oven-roasted turkey, brie, tomatoes, fresh sprouts, cranberry cream cheese, on a croissant, served with fresh fruit $19
~ substitute gluten-free bun on any of the options above, add $3 ~
Grilled Fish Taco (Gluten Free)
two corn tortillas, avocado, queso fresco, pico de gallo, lettuce, citrus, sour cream, and jalapeno mayo, served with sweet potato fries $20
Cheesesteak
sauteed onions, aged cheddar cheese sauce, and spicy horseradish sauce, on a long roll, served with french fries $17
Vegetable Panini
eggplant, basil pesto, portobello, roasted red pepper, spinach, and fresh mozzarella on a panini. Served with a side salad $16
with chicken $24
Marinated Chicken & Prosciutto Panini
provolone cheese, fresh arugula, roasted peppers, and balsamic glaze, served with parmesan french fries $25
Fish and Chips
two 4oz cod filets, fried and battered golden brown, served with french fries. Choice of tartar or cocktail sauce $20
Grilled Cheese Deluxe
american, fontina, gruyere & gouda cheese, bacon, sauteed onions, lettuce, tomato, & a chili-orange marmalade, on sourdough, served with french fries $21
Fried Chicken Sandwich
pickle-brined chicken breast, toasted brioche, with pickles, arugula, banana peppers, & honey mustard, served with french fries $24
~ All lunch entrees may sub fruit for $2.50 or “loaded” potatoes (cheddar cheese sauce, bacon, green onions) $2 ~
Pizza Traditional
pizza sauce and fresh mozzarella $14
Margherita
plum tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella, EVOO $17
Classic Rustic
caramelized onion, portobello mushrooms, garlic and rosemary, and asiago cheese $17
Double Pepperoni
pizza sauce, pepperoni, fresh mozzarella cheese, more pepperoni, topped with parmesan cheese $18
Vegetable Supreme
roasted garlic oil, spinach, portobello mushrooms, roasted red peppers, red onion, basil, and mozzarella cheese $18
~ substitute vegan cheese $2; add gluten-free crust $2 ~
Nachos (Gluten Free)
corn tortilla chips, green onions, tomato, pico de gallo, fresh jalapeño, vegan sour cream, vegan house cheddar sauce, shredded vegan cheese $16
with tofu $18, with seitan $19
Seitan Vegan Hot “Wings”
blackbird seitan fried, house hot sauce, vegan cucumber ranch sauce, celery sticks $15
Vegan “Crab” Cake Appetizer
hearts of palm and chickpea cake, house-made vegan remoulade sauce $16
Vegan “Crab” Cake Sandwich
hearts of palm and chickpea cake, with house-made vegan remoulade sauce, served with french fries $19
Grilled Vegan Burger
beyond meat burger, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, on a white country bun, vegan house cheddar sauce, served with french fries $18
add gluten-free bun $21
prices and availability subject to change – September 2025
Daily 3:30pm to Close
Mad Batter Clam Chowder (Gluten Free)
our very own special soup, a rich blend of chopped clams, onions, bacon, heavy cream broth, touch of saffron $8.50
Soup of the Day
a delightful daily special $9
Garden Salad (Gluten Free)
medley of seasonal greens, red onions, cucumbers, carrots, tomato, with our special house vinaigrette dressing $11
Classic Caesar
romaine hearts, shaved pecorino, croutons, with our creamy anchovy dressing $13
Roasted Pear Salad (Gluten Free)
mixed greens, toasted hazelnuts, bacon and gorgonzola cheese, with a raspberry vinaigrette $16
Arugula & Mozzarella (Gluten Free)
tomatoes, toasted pine nuts, basil pesto, EVOO, and balsamic reduction $15
Harvest Salad (Gluten Free)
arugula, granny smith apples, dried cranberries, feta cheese and candied walnuts, with citrus vinaigrette $15
~ salad additions ~
four grilled shrimp $12; lobster or lump crab meat $8; 8oz grilled chicken $9; 8oz grilled salmon $18
Mad Batter Wings (Gluten Free)
baked and fried, served with cracked black pepper bleu cheese and celery sticks. Tossed in choice of sauce: bayberry; angry; sticky bbq; honey mustard; garlic-parmesan $16
House Nachos (Gluten Free)
corn tortilla chips, sour cream, green onions, tomato, pico de gallo, fresh jalapeños, aged cheddar cheese sauce, and queso fresco $13
with chicken $18, with chorizo sausage $19
Cheesesteak Egg Rolls
fried served with aged cheddar cheese sauce & sriracha ketchup dipping sauce $15
Crab Cake Appetizer
our championship jumbo lump crab cake, remoulade sauce $18
Tempura-Fried Brussel Sprouts
served with vegan ranch dressing $15
Mad Batter Crab Cakes
two jumbo lump crab cakes topped with remoulade sauce, served with cajun rice and house vegetable $40
Pan-Roasted Chicken Breast
toasted gnocchi, spinach and a creamy chicken jus $35
Honey BBQ Glazed St. Louis Ribs
with sweet corn and scallion pancakes, cole slaw, and a side of pure maple syrup
1/2 Rack $22, Full Rack $42
Grilled 8oz Filet Mignon
roasted garlic mashed potatoes, crispy onions, red wine jus, and house vegetable $46
Soy Glazed Salmon
grilled and served with shrimp & vegetable fried rice, with crisp rice paper, topped with sriracha and sesame seeds $34
Shrimp & Scallop Sauté
served over lobster raviolis with sauteed spinach, and roasted plum tomato sauce, topped with fresh mozzarella $40
Sweet Corn & Crab Ravioli
with sauteed asparagus and lobster lemon butter sauce $39
Bowl of Linguine
topped with mozzarella cheese $21
with your choice of sauce:
-Roasted Plum Tomato
-Creamy Garlic Parmesan
-Rustic Marinara
-Pesto
-Scampi
Linguine Additions: Chicken $28, Shrimp $31, Scallops $33, Crabmeat $33
*Substitute Gluten-Free Penne $3
*Add Vegan Cheese $2
Chicken Parmesan
parmesan-breaded chicken breast, pan fried and topped with marinara, mozzarella and pecorino cheese, served with linguini marinara $30
Chorizo Sausage Paella (Gluten Free)
our house made chorizo sausage, cooked with onions, peppers, peas and seasoned rice $27
Paella Additions: Chicken $34, Shrimp $37, Scallops $39, Jumbo Lump Crab $39
*All Dinner Entrees Served With Baked Dinner Rolls – Gluten-Free Dinner Roll Upon Request
All burgers are 8oz char-grilled beef patties & served with french fries; add bacon for $3.50
Grilled Beef Burger
char-grilled 8oz burger, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, on a country bun, served with french fries; choice of: cheddar, swiss, brie, american, or blue cheese $20
Pepperoni Pizza Burger
rustic tomato sauce, pecorino, and mozzarella cheese $25
BBQ Bacon Burger
chipotle bbq sauce, cheddar cheese sauce, and crispy onions $25
Mexi Burger $24
topped with chorizo sausage, salsa verde, pico de gallo, and pepperjack cheese $25
Breakfast Burger
hashbrowns, bacon, fried egg, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion on an english muffin $25
Crab Cake Sandwich
our championship jumbo lump crab cake, on a country bun, lettuce, tomato, with remoulade sauce, served with french fries $20
Fish and Chips
two 4oz cod filets, fried and battered golden brown, served with french fries. Choice of tartar or cocktail sauce $20
Marinated Chicken & Prosciutto Panini
provolone cheese, fresh arugula, roasted peppers, and balsamic glaze, served with parmesan french fries $25
Cheesesteak
sauteed onions, aged cheddar cheese sauce, and spicy horseradish sauce. on a long roll, served with french fries $17
Substitute gluten-free bun on any of the burger options add: $3.00
Vegan “Crab” Cake Entree
hearts of palm and chickpea cake, with house-made vegan remoulade sauce, served with vegan mac and cheese, and house vegetable $38
Vegan White Bean Ravioli
with vegan Italian sausage, peppers, onions, and spinach in a rustic marinara sauce $30
Vegan Paella (Gluten Free)
vegan Italian sausage, onions, peppers, peas, and seasoned rice $30
Nachos (Gluten Free)
corn tortilla chips, green onions, tomato, pico de gallo, fresh jalapeño, vegan sour cream, vegan house cheddar sauce $16
with tofu $18, with seitan $19
Seitan Vegan Hot “Wings”
blackbird seitan fried, house hot sauce, vegan cucumber ranch sauce, celery sticks $15
Vegan “Crab” Cake Appetizer
hearts of palm and chickpea cake, house-made vegan remoulade sauce $16
Vegan “Crab” Cake Sandwich
hearts of palm and chickpea cake, with house-made vegan remoulade sauce, served with french fries $19
Grilled Vegan Burger
beyond meat burger, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, on a white country bun, vegan house cheddar sauce, served with french fries $18
add gluten-free bun $21
Pizza Traditional
pizza sauce and fresh mozzarella $14
Margherita
plum tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella, EVOO $17
Classic Rustic
caramelized onion, portobello mushrooms, garlic and rosemary, and asiago cheese $17
Double Pepperoni
pizza sauce, pepperoni, fresh mozzarella cheese, more pepperoni, topped with parmesan cheese $18
Vegetable Supreme
roasted garlic oil, spinach, portobello mushrooms, roasted red peppers, red onion, basil, and mozzarella cheese $18
~ substitute vegan cheese $2; add gluten-free crust $2 ~
Served with milk, apple juice, or soda
French Toast with bacon 9.25
Pancakes or Oatcakes with bacon 9.50 (add blueberries or choc chips 10.50)
2 eggs with potatoes & bacon 9.75
Granola with fruit – served with milk or yogurt 10
Cheeseburger with fries 15
Grilled Cheese and fries 8
Chicken Fingers and fries 14
Pizza with sauce & mozzarella 13
Served with milk or soda
Chicken Fingers and fries 14
Pizza with sauce & mozzarella 13
Grilled Cheese with American cheese and fries 8
Cheeseburger with fries 15
Cheese Raviolis with butter 10
Crab Cake with mac and cheese and veg 18
Grilled Chicken Breast with fries and veg 13
WINE
Bin | Glass | Bottle | ||||||
** | House– Brut Sparkling, California | $9 | $27 | |||||
** | Avissi– Prosecco, Italy
~ 100% Glera Grapes; Sweet & Delicate
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$10 | $30 | |||||
** | Line 39- Pinot Grigio, California
~Delicate Aromas Citrus Fruits; Light & Dry
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$9 | ““ | |||||
1 | Tattoo Girl- Riesling, Washington
~Crisp; Aroma of Honey, Apple, Pineapple, Lime |
$10 | $30 | |||||
2 | Argento- White Malbec, Argentina
~Crisp & Dry; Green Apple, Citrus, & Minerals, Bright Finish |
$11 | $33 | |||||
3 | Joel Gott- Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough
~Ripe Tropical Fruit. Red Grapefruit. Crisp Finish. |
$12 | $36 | |||||
4 | Pine Ridge- Chenin Blanc, California
~Crisp, Bright, & Vivacious. Stone Fruit & Mango. |
$12 | $36 | |||||
5 | Les Hauts De Lagarde- Bordeaux Blanc, Bordeaux
~Apricot, Apple, & Pear; Freshly Fruity |
$13 | $39 | |||||
6 | Julia James- Chardonnay, California
~Pear & Melon; Bright and Juicy |
$10 | $30 | |||||
7 | Chateau St. Michelle- Chardonnay, Columbia Valley
~ Tropical Fruit, Butterscotch, & Hint Toasted Oak |
$14 | $42 | |||||
8 | Bieler Père et Fils- Rose, Provence
~Aromatics of Peach & Wild Raspberry. Dry. |
$11 | $33 | |||||
** | Viento Aliseo- Red Blend, Spain | $9 | $27 | |||||
9 | Primarius- Pinot Noir, Oregon
~Tangerine Peel & Strawberries, & Forest Floor |
$11 | $33 | |||||
10 | Domaine Bousquet– Malbec Reserve, Argentina
~Fresh Floral Nose; Spicy, Lightly-Herbal & Plums |
$13 | $39 | |||||
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$10 | $30 | |||||
12 | Abbondanza- Montepulciano, Italy
~ Medium-Bodied; Black Cherry, & Dark Berry Fruits. Hints of Fresh Herbs. |
$14 | $42 | |||||
13 | Fattoria San Michele- Chianti, Tuscany
~ Aromas of Ripe Cherries; Smooth Tannins, Palate of Black Cherry & Raspberry. |
$13 | $39 | |||||
14 | Sardon- Tempranillo, Spain
~Aromas Blackberry & Violet. Dark Cherry Finish |
$13 | $39 | |||||
15 | H3- Cabernet Sauvignon, Washington
~Oak Influenced: Notes of Vanilla & Baking Spice |
$11 | $33 | |||||
16 | Josh Cellars- Cabernet Sauvignon, California
~Round and juicy, blackberry & toasted hazelnut |
$13 | $39 | |||||
** | Fre- Alcohol Removed Brut Sparkling, California
~Light Crisp & Refreshing Less than 0.5% Alcohol Available for Substitution in Mimosas
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$9 | $27 |
Featured Cocktails
Dark Side of the Moon $16
Lalo Tequila, Raspberry, Fresh Lime
Hugo Spritz $15
Avissi Prosecco, Elderflower Liqueur, Fresh Mint, Bubbles
Sandy Peaches $14
Skyy Peach Vodka, Pineapple, Fresh Lemon, Bubbles
Mango Madness $14
Shipwreck Mango Rum, Pineapple Yuzu, Fresh Lemon, Bubbles
Blue Bar Tini $14
Beefeater Gin, Blueberry, Fresh Lemon
Brunch Cocktails
The Original Manmosa $18
Skyy Orange Vodka, Allagash White Wheat Beer, Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice & Champagne; 23 oz Pilsner Glass (Limit Two)
The Batter Bloody Mary (Vegan) $13
Stateside Vodka & Our Famous House-Made Spicy Bloody Mary Mix
Hangover Elixir: Sub House-Infused Pickled Vodka $14
Mimosa $12
Dry Brut Champagne & Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice
add Chambord, Grand Marnier or Pomegranate $13
add Chinola Mango Liqueur $13
Breakfast Margarita $16
Hornitos Blanco Tequila, Grand Marnier, fresh Lime & OJ
Bees ZZZ’s $14
Barr Hill Gin, Lavender, Fresh Lemon
Bayberry Cocktail $15
Jalapeno & Pineapple House-Infused Tequila, Intense Ginger Liqueur, Grapefruit & Fresh Lime
The Venetian Manhattan $16
Elijah Craig Private Barrel Bourbon, Cocchi Di Torino, Cynar, House Bitters & Orange Twist
Spanish Cafe $14
Hornitos Reposado Tequila, Licor 43, Cold Brew, Borghetti Espresso Liqueur & Powdered Cinnamon
Cocktails on Tap
Shipwreck Punch $18
Shiipwreck Mango & Coconut Rum, Pineapple & Orange Juice & Grenadine; 22oz Snifter (Limit Two) 12.8% ABV
Spanish Red Sangria $13
Dry Red Wine, Brandy, Licor 43, Fresh Lemon, fresh Orange & Bubbles 9% ABV
French White Sangria $13
Dry White Wine, Brandy, Chambord, Fresh Lemon, Fresh Orange & Bubbles 9% ABV