Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Gloucester

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Updated 05 June 2026

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Franklinville Inn

4.9

4.9 (6609)

$31 to $50

Steak

Franklinville

About the restaurant

The Franklinville Inn continues to delight our Guests with hand cut steaks and seafood with caring service. With emphasis on selecting our ingredients, skillfully prepared. Whether you're part of a larger group or looking forward to an intimate dinner for two, The Franklinville Inn is certain to please. Important notes to our guests: The best time to call and make a reservation for the day or future is Tuesday thru Saturday 3pm to 4:30pm if no availability on OpenTable. The first of every month we open our reservations for the following month for example If June first we start taking reservations for month of July. We offer 3 private dining areas upstairs for parties up to 12 guests. We apologize and do not accept gift cards from Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover. Lastly, when you make a reservation we reply with a link for the opentable app. Please download it because its best to communicate with changes, times, confirmations and cancelations. Thank you

Top review

RandalGold

Dined 7 days ago

Top notch all the way around!!!!! Service and food are always consistent.

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4.8

4.8 (2343)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Sewell

About the restaurant

We are excited to bring you Terra Nova, Restaurant/Crudo/Wine Bar. A casual yet sophisticated restaurant conveniently located in the heart of South Jersey, featuring Contemporary American cuisine. Our chef’s creative cuisine with a New World style offers guests an exciting & diverse dining experience. The introduction of a sushi & raw bar takes the menu’s modern flair to new heights. Our adventurous wine list presents over 160 wines by the bottle with 50 available by the glass or our unique wine flights. Enjoy classic martinis, hand crafted cocktails or try one of our 16 tapped craft beers in our relaxing bar. Just as distinctive as the cuisine, the décor at Terra Nova is characterized by its clean design and Northern California architectural elements that are elegant yet warm. Please continue to visit our website for updates and postings. We hope you join us for lunch, dinner or a drink at our bar.

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Carolyn MGold

Dined 3 days ago

All of our food was good. Our server, Olivia, was very nice & got our ordered correct.

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4.8

4.8 (2829)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Williamstown

About the restaurant

The Library IV is an independently owned restaurant that is licensed to serve only Certified Angus Beef. Our seafood is from Samuels Seafood, known for their high standards of quality and sustainability .The atmosphere is casual and comfortable with 2 fireplaces, and a large bar and lounge area,

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GaryGold

Dined on 29 May 2026

Every aspect is top notch Brian is a true gentleman Andrew is the best!

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Botto's Italian Line Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (814)

$31 to $50

Italian

Swedesboro

About the restaurant

Welcome to Botto's Italian Line Restaurant, family-owned and operated. We are a fine-dining Italian restaurant featuring traditional pasta, veal, chicken, seafood entrees, mouth-watering USDA Choice steaks, chops, and farm fresh produce. Thank you for considering dining with us. Our restaurant provides three options for seating - a fine dining area, a casual lounge, and an outdoor covered heated patio. If you have a preference for where you would like to dine, please let us know, and we will do our best to accommodate you, based on availability.

Our menu includes delectable items such as mini crab cakes, wings, calamari, mussels, and our signature appetizer, Sausage Alla Botto. Our sandwich selection features mouth-watering options such as veal cutlet broccoli rabe, Botto's sausage and peppers, cheese steaks, porkette, and margarita pizza. Additionally, we offer a full top-shelf bar with a wide selection of wines, and craft, domestic, and imported beers.

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Adam

Dined 5 days ago

A wonderful experience from being greeted at the door and ultimately seated by the hostess to our wonderful waitress. The service, food, and cocktails are always a step above. Well done!

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Experience

Happy Hour

Limoncello

4.8

4.8 (603)

$31 to $50

Italian

Sewell

About the restaurant

Limoncello Ristorante is the third addition to the A Modo Mio family of restaurants, owned by the talented Ergys "Eric" Rakaj. Our restaurant is located in the heart of the city, where you can indulge in a culinary experience that will transport you straight to the streets of Italy.

Our menu features a variety of traditional Italian dishes, each with a unique twist that sets it apart from the rest. From homemade pastas to our famous Pappardelle a Modo Mio, our chefs use only the freshest ingredients to create dishes that are both flavorful and authentic.

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Gianna

Dined on 21 May 2026

Great place! Amazing food including the Rigatoni Alla Vodka, Chicken Francese, and so many others

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4.7

4.7 (39)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Swedesboro

About the restaurant

Mediterranean and Spanish Tapas and Small Plates
Indulge in the surfeit flavors inspired by the rich culture and essence of Spain, the
Mediterranean and other flavors we simply love.
Menu items generously serve two guests with vibrant and abundant offerings that will delight
meat lovers, vegans, vegetarians and gluten-free food lovers, inviting endless exploration
ensuring no two dinners are ever the same with so many options beckoning your return.
Our eclectic wine list and extensive bourbon lineup perfectly complements our carefully curated
craft beer taps and can selection, showcasing the rare and best in craft beer while our
prohibition-style Old Fashion savors like a liquid rebellion.

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HugoGold

Dined on 2 May 2026

We have been to a lot of different restaurants over the years but this is one of the best. Food and service was excellent. We will definitely be back.

Scotland Run Golf Club's Highlander Pub & Grill

4.6

4.6 (1397)

$31 to $50

American

Williamstown

About the restaurant

A popular hot spot for golfers after a round and locals alike, the Highlander Pub and Grill offers casual fare with flair. Here you'll enjoy a neighborhood tavern atmosphere, delicious menu and hearty portions. The extensive menu offers over-stuffed pub sandwiches, mouth-watering steaks, delectable pasta and seafood dishes and more including upscale, gourmet chef specialties daily. You'll even find authentic Scottish dishes such as Shepherd's Pie, Fish & Chips and Chicken Pot Pie. The Highlander offers an outdoor dining area like none other. The expansive patio over-looking the course is the perfect place to enjoy a drink, have dinner or just relax. And, with an extensive wine menu, diners can delight in sampling featured wines nightly. The Bar also features many imported and domestic draft and bottled beers. The house draft, Belhaven Scottish Ale, has been brewed in Dunbar, Scotland since 1719. The Highlander Pub & Grill is open to the public daily serving lunch & dinner from 11am.

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Michael

Dined 2 days ago

We LOVE Scotland Run Golf Club's Highlander Pub & Grill. We especially love the outdoor seating, The food is delicious and the specials are always exciting to try. We have been there many times, but this was our first Sunday dinner. As usual the staff, food and service were top notch. If I had to add one criticism it would be that on Sunday's there is no live music, but music is playing on the speakers inside the restaurant but not outdoors. Not a big deal whatsoever but a little dinner music like they play inside would help set the mood outside and block out noise from events going on above us on the second floor and balcony.

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Bonefish Grill - Deptford

4.6

4.6 (49)

$30 and under

Seafood

Deptford

About the restaurant

Your local Deptford, NJ Bonefish Grill® specializes in hand-cut, wood-grilled specialties and locally crafted Partner Selection dishes made with the freshest, highest-quality ingredients. The restaurant offers a selection of classic and signature hand-crafted cocktails, using just-squeezed juices, edible garnishes, and house infusions in addition to offering a distinct list of wines, which are the perfect match for any food pairing. Near the Deptford Mall, at the intersection of Almonesson and Deptford Center Roads

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DavidGold

Dined on 27 May 2026

Had a delicious trout dinner and a companion had a scallop/shrimp dinner and we both had the corn chowder before. Food was hot and ample. The restaurant manager checked up on us twice to make sure everything was perfect. Our server was friendly and efficient. Nice experience.

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Experience

$7 Bang Wednesday

Experience

$5 Martini & Margarita Monday

Experience

4-Course Bourbon Cocktail Pairing Dinner

Adelphia Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (1370)

$31 to $50

American

Deptford

About the restaurant

The Adelphia Restaurant offers a dining experience you"ll want to experience again and again. Our dishes are prepared by expert and talented chefs. Dining out with a group of friends with various tastes? No problem with the menu at Adelphia Restaurant. Look through one of the largest menus in the area and something will water even the pickiest of eaters mouths! This combined with our beautiful , award winning atmosphere will keep you coming back for more.

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Holly

Dined on 27 May 2026

Great event with Buzz Light Year!! He was amazing with the kids.

Mannino's Cucina Italiana

4.5

4.5 (879)

$30 and under

Italian

Pitman

About the restaurant

Honest. Authentic. Italian & BYOB
Located in Historic Downtown of Pitman.
Our Food: Is always prepared fresh to order from scratch with the finest ingredients available to Us.
Our Kitchen: We have and arrangement of diverse parts of Italy delivered right to your table the way Nonna used to make it.
Our Menu: Fresh Homemade Mozzarella, Italian Cured Meats & Cheeses, Imported Pastas (bronze cut), Chicken (natural fresh air-chilled), Seafood (fresh & wild caught Hesh's Inc PA), Veal (farm-raised by Bierig brothers Vineland NJ), Steaks CAB (fresh certified angus beef), Homemade Desserts & Variety of Imported Italian Gelato.
Our Pledge: "Redefining Real Italian Food"
Tutti A Tavola a Mangiare !

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LOREY

Dined on 1 June 2026

We all enjoyed our uninterrupted time fantastic service and delicious food.

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