Dinner Menu
ICCARA Italian Bistro
A Taste of Italy in Every Course
Settle in and indulge in the heart of Italian dining at ICCARA Italian Bistro.
Our Dinner Menu celebrates fresh ingredients, family traditions, and bold Mediterranean flavors.
From house-made pastas to expertly prepared seafood and steaks, each dish is crafted to bring the essence of Italy to Cape May’s vibrant dining scene.
Stop in today and experience our extraordinary Sicilian cuisine for yourself.
Plan Your Evening at ICCARA Italian Bistro
A memorable meal often starts before the first course arrives. At ICCARA Italian Bistro, our reservations page is designed to make planning your visit simple, whether you're joining us for a quiet dinner, a family gathering, a date night, or an evening out with friends while visiting Cape May. Reserving your table gives you the opportunity to settle into our welcoming dining room and enjoy authentic Italian cuisine inspired by Sicilian tradition.
Our family-owned restaurant brings together fresh, seasonal ingredients, homemade pasta, quality seafood, and classic Italian dishes prepared with care. Since opening in 2017, ICCARA Italian Bistro has shared the flavors of Sicily with guests who appreciate thoughtful preparation, warm hospitality, and a dining experience that feels personal from start to finish. Guests looking for a BYOB restaurant in Stone Harbor, NJ can enjoy the same relaxed coastal dining feel when they make the short trip to Cape May for dinner with us.
Reserve Your Table for Fresh Italian Cuisine
By reserving ahead, you can choose the time that works best for your plans and look forward to a comfortable evening without unnecessary waiting. Whether you're heading out after shopping, spending the day at the beach, celebrating with family, or planning dinner before an event, a reservation helps you make the most of your time in Cape May.
Reservations for Small Groups and Special Evenings
ICCARA Italian Bistro is a great choice for small gatherings, intimate celebrations, and relaxed group dining. Our dining room provides a welcoming setting for birthdays, anniversaries, family dinners, reunions, and evenings with friends. Many guests who want a BYOB restaurant in Stone Harbor, NJ choose to visit us when they're looking for Italian food, friendly service, and a comfortable dinner setting near the shore.
For parties of seven to eight guests, we ask that you call the restaurant directly so we can assist with availability and seating. Please note that ICCARA Italian Bistro is no longer accepting reservations for parties larger than eight guests. This allows us to keep service attentive and maintain the dining experience our guests expect when they visit us.
Bring Your Favorite Bottle or Explore Our Wine Options
ICCARA Italian Bistro is a BYOB restaurant, which means guests are welcome to bring a favorite bottle to enjoy with dinner. Many guests appreciate the flexibility of pairing a preferred wine with fresh pasta, seafood, chicken, or steak. Whether you enjoy a crisp white wine with seafood or a bold red with pasta and meat dishes, bringing your own bottle can add a personal touch to the meal. If you're looking for a BYOB restaurant in Stone Harbor, NJ, our Cape May location gives you a nearby place to enjoy Italian cuisine with the bottle you already love.
A reservation gives you time to plan the details of your evening, including the wine you'd like to bring or the bottle you may want to enjoy from our list. From appetizers through dessert, the right pairing can make the dining experience even more memorable. Guests considering a BYOB restaurant in Stone Harbor, NJ can reserve with us and enjoy the flexibility of bringing a favorite wine while dining on authentic Italian favorites.
Make Your Cape May Dining Plans Today
Reserve your table today and enjoy an evening shaped by Sicilian tradition, fresh ingredients, and genuine hospitality. If you've been looking for a BYOB restaurant in Stone Harbor, NJ, ICCARA Italian Bistro invites you to make the short trip to Cape May and enjoy dinner with us. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing a meal that brings the flavors of Italy to the Jersey Shore.
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Appetizers
Grilled Portobello mushroom stuffed with fresh lump crab cake
Crispy calamari tossed with garlic, olive oil, kalamata olives,
capers, lemon & Italian chili peppers with marinara sauce
Sautéed in red or garlic wine sauce
Jumbo large shrimp served with
spicy cocktail sauce & fresh lemon
Crispy, lightly fried & served with fresh basil tomato sauce
Serves 2
Imported salami, aged provolone, roasted peppers, olives, artichoke hearts, prosciutto, grilled eggplant & fresh mozzarella
Homemade rice balls filled with seasoned ground sirloin, mozzarella cheese & peas
served with marinara sauce
Meatballs with whipped ricotta cheese & crostini bread
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Salads
Romaine lettuce, Caesar dressing & fresh baked croûtons
(GF by request)
Iceberg & mixed greens with tomato, cucumber, red onion
kalamata olives & fire roasted peppers with house vinaigrette
Octopus salad with arugula, cured olives, tomato with
blood orange shallot vinaigrette
(GF by request)
Shrimp, scallops, calamari, octopus, celery & carrots with citrus vinaigrette over mixed greens (seasonal)
Walnuts, blueberries, grapes, feta cheese & orange vinaigrette
Fresh mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, basil & drizzled with balsamic glaze
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Soups
House made bisque with lump crab & roasted corn
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Chicken/Veal
Sautéed with fresh spinach, prosciutto & fresh mozzarella in wine sauce served with mashed potato & sautéed vegetables
(GF by request)
Sautéed with fresh tomatoes, lump crab meat, shrimp, mushrooms & fresh basil in wine sauce served with mashed potato & sautéed vegetables
(GF by request)
Sautéed with fresh lump crab meat, fresh tomatoes, capers, sun dried tomatoes & artichoke hearts in lemon wine sauce sprinkled with feta cheese served with pearl couscous & sautéed vegetables
(GF by request)
Organic chicken breast, breaded & pan seared with fresh basil tomato sauce & mozzarella cheese served with sautéed vegetables & pasta
(GF by request)
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Risotto
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Pasta
Shrimp, clams, scallops, mussels & crab sautéed with fresh herb & garlic
served over linguine
(GF by request)
Sautéed lobster with shallots & mushrooms in light tomato cream
with squid ink fettuccine
(GF by request)
Sautéed shrimp in olive oil, with fresh tomato, garlic, capers,
olives, lemon & anchovies served over spaghetti
(GF by request)
Sautéed ham & mushrooms in creamy Bolognese meat sauce
served over cavatelli pasta
(GF by request)
Layers of pasta with ricotta, ragù meat sauce, mozzarella,
Parmigiana-Reggiano & fresh basil
Fresh roasted vegetables with vegetable pesto
over Orecchiette pasta
(GF by request)
Pasta ribbons tossed in creamy lobster marinara
served with whole lobster tail
(GF by request)
Cracked black peppercorn &
Pecorino-Romano cheese over spaghetti pasta
(GF by request)
Stuffed ravioli with ricotta cheese in a
fresh tomato basil sauce
Cheese gnocchi in a creamy tomato-based
flavored with vodka
Fresh fettuccine tossed with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
(GF by request)
Chicken 7/7.21
Shrimp 10/20.30
Scallops MP
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Seafood
Fragrant Italian fish stew with mussels, lobster, clams, fish,
shrimp, scallops & calamari simmered with tomatoes, onions
& fennel served with roasted garlic crostini
(GF by request)
Served with mashed potato & sautéed vegetables
Marinated & grilled. Served with herbed pearl
couscous & sautéed vegetables
(GF by request)
House made jumbo lump crab cakes served with lemon
beurre blanc sauce, risotto & sautéed vegetables
Shrimp, scallops, lobster, salmon & crab cake roasted
with fresh herbs lemon, butter & white wine
served with mashed potato & sautéed vegetables
(GF by request)
Pan seared Mediterranean Sea Bass with fresh rosemary &
lemon butter served with risotto & sautéed vegetables
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Steak
Grilled Black Angus Filet served with caramelized
shallot butter, mashed potato & sautéed vegetables
Grilled Angus NY sirloin served with pesto butter,
mashed potato & sautéed vegetables
Braised boneless short ribs with
pan roasted vegetables & mashed potato
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Beverages
(GF) Gluten Free • (VF) Vegetarian Friendly • (S) Spicy Taste • Plate Sharing Charge - $10 • Maximum 2 Cards per Table
First price listed is Cash Price. Second price listed is Card Price. Prices are subject to change without notice
