Atlantic City · Atlantic County, NJ

Live music in Atlantic City

Scout analyzed 81 Atlantic City places and surfaced the ones that actually fit live music.

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$75

Typical visit

1.9 hr

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Food & Drink

Ventnor Coffee

Ventnor Coffee is a casual spot for a solo stop or quick meet-up, easily paired with a walk or local errands. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for about an hour.

FoodLive musicShopping

$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Arts & Culture

IMAX Theatre At Tropicana

This IMAX theater is good for an indoor activity, especially as part of a date night or family outing. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $15-25 per person for tickets and snacks.

ArtsRelaxedSocial

$15–$25 typical2.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

The Queen Bean Bistro

The Queen Bean Bistro offers a relaxed meal on the boardwalk, suitable for a casual date night or a family lunch. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$35 per person for a meal with a view.

FoodViewsRelaxed

$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Absecon Highlands

Seaview Golf Club

This is a golf course suitable for a several-hour outing, ideal for sports enthusiasts or a social game. Expect to spend $100-300 per person for a round and potential rentals.

SportsOutdoorsViews

$100–$300 typical4 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Bally's Beach Bar

This beach bar is good for a casual afternoon or evening with drinks, food, and music, pairing well with a walk on the boardwalk or a day at the beach. Expect to spend $30-75 per person for a visit of 1.5 to 2 hours.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe is a themed spot for American food, good for a family meal or a stop during a boardwalk visit. Expect to spend 1-2 hours for a meal and some browsing.

FoodLive musicShopping

$25–$50 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Knife and Fork Inn

This upscale steakhouse is ideal for a celebratory dinner, offering a historic setting for classic American fare. Plan for a 1.5-hour experience, with a typical cost of $100-$200 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews

$100–$200 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Carmine's - Atlantic City

Carmine's is suitable for a large group or family dinner, often requiring reservations. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and $50-100 per person on a meal of shared Southern Italian dishes.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Family

Playland's Castaway Cove

Playland's Castaway Cove is an amusement park ideal for a family outing or weekend adventure, often paired with a boardwalk stroll or beach day. Expect to spend a few hours and around $30-75 per person on rides and arcade games.

OutdoorsSportsAdventurous

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Margaritaville - Atlantic City

Margaritaville is a casual American restaurant on the Boardwalk, good for a family meal or drinks. Expect to spend $30-$70 per person for a 90-minute visit.

FoodCocktailsSports

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Morton's The Steakhouse

Morton's is a prime steakhouse ideal for a celebratory dinner or an upscale date night, typically lasting two hours. Expect to spend $100-250 per person for a full meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$100–$250 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Moments at Scannicchio’s

This Italian restaurant is suitable for an evening meal out, particularly for dates or celebrations. Expect to spend $30-$70 per person for a 1.5-hour dining experience.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar

Cuba Libre is good for an evening out, combining dinner with drinks and dancing. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Back Bay Ale House

This is a relaxed spot for a casual meal or drinks with a view, suitable for families or friends. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $20-40 per person on food and drinks, especially good on a pleasant day to enjoy the patio.

FoodCocktailsViews

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Outdoors

Atlantic City Beach

Atlantic City Beach is a free public beach, good for spending a few hours relaxing, swimming, or walking the boardwalk. It can be paired with a visit to nearby casinos or restaurants, but expect to pay for parking.

OutdoorsViewsWellness

$0–$20 typical3 hr visithard parking

Food & Drink

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks

This upscale seafood and steak restaurant is suitable for a dinner outing, especially for special occasions or a casino date night. Expect a meal lasting around 90 minutes, with a per-person spend typically ranging from $50 to $150.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$50–$150 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Outdoors

Shark Park

Shark Park is a free playground perfect for families with young children, featuring unique shark and lighthouse play structures. Expect to spend about an hour here, easily combined with other outdoor activities in Brigantine.

OutdoorsAnimalsPlayful

$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Food & Drink

Cafe 2825

This upscale Italian restaurant is best for a dinner outing, perhaps after a show or for a significant celebration. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $75-150 per person for an intimate meal.

FoodCocktailsRomantic

$75–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Family

Ocean City Boardwalk

Visit the Ocean City Boardwalk for a classic beach day or evening stroll, ideal for families and groups looking for casual food, amusements, and ocean views. Expect to spend 3+ hours and $20-75 per person on food, rides, or souvenirs.

FoodOutdoorsViews

$20–$75 typical3 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill

This is a good spot for a sit-down meal featuring pub grub and craft beers, typically lasting 1.5 to 2 hours. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person, especially if including drinks, making it suitable as a main event or before/after a show.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Family

Steel Pier

Steel Pier is an amusement park for a few hours of rides and boardwalk food. It can be a standalone activity or paired with a beach day in Atlantic City, costing around $30-75 per person depending on rides and food choices.

OutdoorsFoodViews

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Chart House

Chart House is a high-end seafood and steakhouse ideal for a special occasion or romantic dinner. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $70-$150 per person on a meal with drinks, possibly paired with a show or casino visit.

FoodViewsCocktails

$70–$150 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Kelsey's Atlantic city

Kelsey's is a good choice for an evening meal of elevated soul food, potentially followed by or including drinks at the bar. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-70 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Rainforest Cafe

Rainforest Cafe is a themed restaurant offering a lively meal for families, especially those with young children, lasting around 1.5 hours. Expect to spend $20-$40 per person on American fare amidst animatronic jungle animals.

FoodAnimalsViews

$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking