South Jersey's Sober Party Girl

It isn’t summer in Atlantic County without a visit to Bay Avenue in Somers Point, New Jersey. This iconic stretch is home to some of South Jersey’s favorite restaurants, including Smitty’s Clam Bar , The North End Grill , and, of course, The Anchorage Tavern . We visited The Anchorage last year, and it was actually one of the very first restaurant reviews we shared on the SNJ Sober Party Girl blog . While it certainly didn’t need a “redemption visit,” it will always be one of those classic Somers Point dinner spots that deserves another trip. The Anchorage Tavern is the oldest continuously operated business establishment in Somers Point, with roots dating back to around 1874, when it originally opened as the Trenton Hotel. During Prohibition, the Anchorage was a popular stop for rum runners, and throughout its long history, the tavern has become known for its lively atmosphere, games of chance, and plenty of colorful characters. Over the years, The Anchorage also became known for Ital...

Looking for legendary sandwiches and a mocktail with a bay view? Here's why The Anchorage in Somers Point is a must-stop! During a South Jersey Summer, many of us locals are smart enough to stay away from the islands. There’s no parking anyway! But, every now and again we get out early and head to some legendary local hot spots. I have praised the local HERO Campaign on last week’s blog and all over social media. Their website, 2025herotini.org , allows patrons to make a donation to vote for the best mocktail in town. The Anchorage was listed and I had to test it out. This is going to be a Herotini summer! We rocked on down to Anchorage in Somers Point. This bar and restaurant sits right across the street from the bay. The best part? They have a great large parking lot, so you don’t have to go crazy looking for parking. It wasn’t blistering hot so we opted to sit on the deck, and listen to the traffic below as jet skis and boats pulled into the nearby dock. This is what it’s all ab...