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.
Our Sample Menus
Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner for over 45 Years
Breakfast & Lunch...Served 8am Until 2:45pm Daily
Fresh Fruit, Juice & Granolas
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
Classic Batters & Specialties
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
Vegan Breakfast Offerings
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
LUNCH
Soups & Salads
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
Starters
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
Lunch Entrees
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 ~
Pizzas
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 ~
Vegan Lunch Offerings
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
Soups & Salads
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
Starters
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
Dinner Entrees
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
Pastas & Grains
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
Burgers & Light Fare
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 Dinner Offerings
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
Pizzas
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 ~
Children’s Breakfast & Lunch
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
Children’s Dinner
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
Blue Bar Cocktails
WINE
| Bin | Glass | Bottle | ||||||
| ** | House– Brut Sparkling, California | $9 | $27 | |||||
| ** | Avissi– Prosecco, Italy ~ 100% Glera Grapes; Sweet & Delicate 
 | $10 | $30 | |||||
| ** | Line 39- Pinot Grigio, California ~Delicate Aromas Citrus Fruits; Light & Dry 
 | $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 | |||||
| 11 | 
 | $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 
 | $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
 
                        
                                     
			



