Beautiful Views, Fantastic Food, Classic Elegance
AWARD WINNER (9X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant is one of Cape May, NJ's most historic and iconic homes. From our beautiful ocean views to our award-winning chef and newly renovated guest rooms, this beachfront mansion offers everything a couple could need to plan the wedding of their dreams!
Couples and their nearest and dearest can embark on a sun-kissed seaside celebration with Atlantic vistas, gourmet dining, and specialty beverages. The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant is a 1907 Georgian Revival mansion just steps from the local beach. Ceremonies can be held on this very beach, before the grand staircase, or in front of the mansion. After the rings have been fitted and vows exchanged, everyone can retreat inside for a delicious array of culinary delights, desserts, and beverages from the bar. This waterfront venue best suits smaller weddings of 20 to 120 guests.
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurants holds a one-event-per-day policy, meaning you can have the entire space to yourself for your nuptial festivities. This Zagat restaurant is the ideal location for plated or buffet receptions, followed by a slice of cake, sparkling champagne, or the beverages of your choice. The onsite coordinator and staff are entirely at your service throughout the event. Guests can reserve a room within the inn or in nearby venues, so they only have to leave the party at the last possible moment. The team hopes that you can celebrate your big day in an elegant and free-spirited manner while at their beautiful beachside venue.
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- Couples usually spend $25,300
- Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees.
- Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is May-Oct and Dec.
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5.0
out of 5.0103 reviews
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Peter Shields Inn in Cape May is highly praised by multiple reviewers for being a dream wedding venue with exceptional service and stunning beachfront views. Amy, the event coordinator, is lauded for her organization and helpfulness throughout the planning process, making the whole experience stress-free and seamless. The venue is described as magical and charming, offering delicious food and a beautiful atmosphere that leaves guests raving. Reviewers appreciate the venue's elegance, intimate setting, and picturesque location, highly recommending it for a memorable and perfect wedding day.Review photos
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Bella M
5.0
12/19/2024
Peter Shields hosted the wedding of our dreams. From our first meeting with Amy to the wedding day itself, I could not have asked for a better experience. Amy is extremely organized and personable and takes a lot of stress off of the whole process. We used some of the vendors from the recommended list and they were all amazing, especially Kahlil the pianist who plays at the restaurant most nights. The whole staff was wonderful and our guests can not stop talking about the food. We dropped off our reception items the night before and everything was set up for us, leaving us with nothing to do the day of. The venue and grounds are truly stunning. I can not even put into words how grateful we are to have had our wedding here. Everything was truly perfect and we can not thank Peter Shields enough.
response 12/20/2024
Hi Bella,
Thanks so much for choosing us for your wedding! I am so glad to hear that every...
thing was picture perfect, and that we could let you kick back and enjoy! We are so glad to hear that you had a wonderful time, and we look forward to seeing you again in the future!
Wishing you and your families a happy holiday and happy future,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Jillian S
5.0
11/10/2024
We couldn't have asked for a better venue to host our special day. Peter Shields Inn provided a flawless experience from start to finish. Amy was so wonderful to work with! The beauty of the venue, the professionalism of the staff, and the overall atmosphere made our wedding day absolutely magical! If you’re looking for a place that combines elegance, exceptional service, and a truly memorable setting, look no further than PSI.
We feel so fortunate to have celebrated our love at such a wonderful location. Everything was absolutely perfect! Highly recommend!
response 12/20/2024
Hi Jillian,
Thank you so much for the glowing review! We had a wonderful time having you s...
tay with us at the Peter Shields and are glad we could make your day the best it could be! We hope to see you and your new combined families in the future!
Wishing you the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
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Christine T
5.0
9/25/2024
Beautiful venue for an intimate wedding reception on the beach. We worked with Amy and she went above and beyond in every single way! I gave them my decorations and they set up the whole room for me with no additional cost. The food was AMAZING. Seriously couldn’t have been better. Their bartender was great! Everything went so well!
response 09/27/2024
Hi Christine,
Thank you so much for this review! We are so happy to know that our venue...
and staff exceed your expectations for your intimate wedding celebration at PSI. It was an absolute pleasure to get to host your celebration at PSI, and we'll hope to see you back for visits in the future!
Wishing you a lifetime of love,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Kathleen L
5.0
8/23/2024
Selecting Peter Shields Inn as our wedding venue was an absolute game-changer in wedding planning and made our lives so much easier!
By booking PSI, it was almost like booking a wedding "kit"--the venue was nailed down for both the ceremony & reception (it included enough chairs for our ceremony), food/catering staff was handled by PSI, and Amy stepped in as our wedding coordinator. Amy was super helpful throughout the entire process and was just such a calming force on the day itself. She is an absolute pro!
The venue is obviously stunning and has made for both wonderful memories and photos. We got tons of positive feedback from our guests and everyone loved the food! PSI being BYOB ended up being a blessing in disguise...we were able to pick out and splurge on exactly what we (and our guests) like most.
We had a very small wedding (24 total) and booked all of the rooms at the inn. One somewhat overlooked bonus at the time of booking: once the restaurant closed, since we had all of the rooms at the inn, we had the place to ourselves. My husband and I, along with our closest friends and family, were all able to continue to hang out in the common areas (downstairs lounge, outside porches/patios, etc.), which ended up being some of our most special time from the day...everyone just sitting around together into the late hours of the night, laughing and talking.
If we had to do it all over again, or if we ever need a venue for another event, I will no doubt book PSI again. It was just lovely, easy (or I should say, "made easy" by all the staff), the location is fabulous (both by the beach but also being in Cape May), and everyone had a great time!
PHOTO CREDIT: Zora Photography (amazing!!)
response 08/26/2024
Hi Kathleen,
Thank you so much for this lovely review! It makes us so happy to know tha...
t you enjoyed every bit of your experience at PSI - both during your wedding celebration itself and the weekend as a whole with your friends and family staying at the inn.
You all were an absolute pleasure to host during your time at PSI, and we'll sincerely hope to get to see you all again soon!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Amy R
5.0
8/09/2024
We had a small ceremony on the beach followed by cocktail hour and dinner at PSI afterwards. Amy and her team were terrific to work with. They provided us great referrals for the beach furniture and officiant. The food and service were terrific as always. Highly recommend for your special day!
response 08/10/2024
Hi Bill,
Thank you so much for this nice review! We were thrilled to get to host your i...
ntimate wedding celebration at PSI!
We'll hope to see you back at PSI for more celebrations in the future!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Ashlee M
5.0
8/06/2024
I could not be happier with our decision to host our intimate wedding nupitals at Peter Shields Inn in Cape May. From the stunning beachfront location, exceptional service, and delicious food it was the best day of our lives. Amy, was beyond amazing she made the whole planning process stress-free and seamless. Our guests can not stop raving about the food and atomosphere. I wish I could relive the wedding day again at PSI. It was truly a dream come true.
response 08/07/2024
Hi Ashlee,
Thank you so much for your complimentary review of your wedding experience at...
PSI! Your day turned out to be absolutely stunning, and we were truly thrilled to get to be a part of it!
We're looking forward to seeing you both back at PSI for visits in the future!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Lauren P
5.0
8/06/2024
My husband and I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day if we tried! We had an intimate wedding, 20 of us on 2/22/24. Amy was so great! She was very responsive and made the planning process very smooth and helped me with any questions I had. The day of the wedding everything came together so perfectly and effortlessly. I knew I could trust PSI- I am so happy I went with my gut. The building is beautiful, so you do not need a lot of your own decorations. My filet was the best I ever had in my life- and huge! The food was incredible. Service was amazing. Everyone involved was great. All of my guests are asking for a wedding part 2! Seriously, this is the best place in Cape May to get married. It was a dream wedding and a dream day. Can’t wait to come here every year and celebrate. Thank you Amy and the team at PSI for making this day more than incredible.
response 08/07/2024
Hi Lauren,
Thank you so much for this lovely review of your wedding day at PSI! It is s...
o wonderful to hear that our staff made you and your guests feel welcomed, and that you enjoyed every aspect of your wedding celebration at PSI.
We look forward to seeing you for anniversary celebrations in the future!
Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Gianna R
5.0
6/23/2024
Perfect location for a beach wedding!! In the beginning of June I had a small intimate wedding at PSI. The staff as a whole are friendly and accommodating but Amy, the wedding coordinator brought my vision to life. She made me feel comfortable every step of the way and answered any questions I had in a timely manner. Besides PSI being a gorgeous venue, the food was what blew everyone away. My mother in law loved it so much she made a reservation for the following night to eat at PSI again! 10/10 experience, I recommend everyone to check out Peter Shields when in Cape May.
response 07/03/2024
Hi Gianna,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are absolutely thrilled to know th...
at our team was able to execute the vision you had for your wedding day and bring that vision to life!
It was such a pleasure hosting you all, and we'll hope to see you back for a visit to PSI soon!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restuarant Staff
Shannon C
5.0
6/18/2024
The easiest and best part of wedding planning was choosing PSI as our wedding venue. My husband and I toured PSI and one other Cape May venue for our May 2024 wedding and knew instantly after our tour (& meeting with Amy) that PSI was a no-brainer. The venue is intimate, charming, and classic. We rented out all 9 guest rooms for our family/ wedding party, which was definitely the way to go! Amy worked alongside us throughout our 8 months of wedding planning and was a rockstar the day-of. From setting up decor, to perfectly executing our elegant yet minimalistic vision, to greeting and directing our vendors, and her ability to navigate any wedding-related challenge, she allowed us to fully relish every moment and focus on the joy of getting married. PSI's lower level lounge was comfortable and chic-- perfect for bridal party getting ready and hanging out after our rehearsal dinner with our guests for a night cap by the fireplace. Christoph, Peter and the rest of the PSI team were a dream. They made sure my groom and I got to enjoy our appetizers (despite missing cocktail hour for photos after our ceremony) and thanks to them, I was never without a perfectly chilled glass of champagne. We received multiple compliments on how friendly, professional and wonderful the staff were and of course the food speaks for itself- just delicious. The venue is directly across from the beach which was perfect for photos after our ceremony. Our guests keep raving about our wedding and we honestly can't imagine a more picturesque day; truly a memory we will cherish forever. Thank you for making it all possible!
response 07/03/2024
Hi Shannon,
Thank you so much for this lovely review! We are so happy to hear that you ...
enjoyed your experiences at PSI from the first tour through the entirety of your wedding day! It was an absolute pleasure hosting you and your families for your wedding weekend, and we'll sincerely hope that you'll all be back to visit us again soon!
Wishing you a lifetime of love,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant
Taylor M
5.0
1/02/2024
My husband and I had a small, intimate wedding at Peter Shields Inn on 11/30/2023 and it was truly a perfect day.
Amy, the event coordinator, is amazing to work with! Leading up to the wedding, she was responsive and so helpful in answering my many questions. Our wedding day was amazing and Amy was a huge part of making our day so special. She was so organized and on top of everything, which make my day stress free.
The venue itself is beautiful! When we got married, the Inn was decorated for the holidays. The decor was timeless and classy with silvers and gold, which meant that we really didn't need to bring much more in for decor. I appreciated that they are a BYOB venue, so I saved a lot of money on alcohol. The food was AMAZING. Our family is still talking about how great the food was over a month later.
I can't recommend Peter Shields Inn enough!
response 05/21/2024
Hi Taylor,
Thank you so much for all of your kind words! We are so happy to know that y...
ou enjoyed working with our staff on the planning process leading up to your wedding day and you wedding celebration at PSI!
It was our pleasure to get to host you for such a special occasion, and we'll sincerely hope to get to host you and your family again soon!
Wishing you a lifetime of love,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Casey S
5.0
10/24/2023
Amy and the team ensured our wedding was perfect from the initial planning stage. I live 6 hours from Cape May and I was not able to visit before the wedding which made me nervous but Amy helped me plan all details via email and phone – all of her advice was incredibly helpful including the well curated vendor list. The toughest decision you will have to make is selecting the entrees and apps from the gourmet menu. Here is a tip, pick the asparagus in puff pastry for appetizer – my aunt is mad at me for not asking the chef for the recipe. I cannot thank the PSI team enough for making my dream of an elegant wedding come true.
response 10/29/2023
Hi Casey,
Thank you so much for this kind review! We're so thrilled to know that our st...
aff was able to alleviate some of your stressors leading up to your wedding day, and that you and your guests all enjoyed your wedding day at PSI!
We'll hope to see you back at PSI for visits to our inn and restaurant in the future!
Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Victoria C
5.0
10/22/2023
My wife and I were searching for an intimate venue for our 60-person wedding in Cape May and couldn't have found a better place to host it than Peter Shields Inn and Restaurant. As soon as we stepped inside, we knew we'd found our venue and right after our tour, we cancelled a tour with other venue scheduled for later that day. PSI is a beautiful historic building located right across the street from the beach, and was a stunning backdrop to our ceremony on the front steps and lawn of the inn. The space was the perfect size for our reception, and our guests were able to move from the covered porch to the dance floor, bar, and dining area with ease. The food was incredible: one of the reasons why we chose PSI was because we'd heard they serve the best dinner in town, and we wanted to prioritize providing our guests with a good meal. Amy, their event coordinator, was so helpful throughout the planning process. I lost count of how many emails I sent her with all my questions, which she always answered promptly and thoroughly. We also brought A LOT of decor with us, which she set up the morning of the wedding. Lastly, my biggest worry was that people wouldn't dance at our smaller daytime wedding, but the dance floor was packed the entire time! So many guests came up to us to tell us that ours was one of the best weddings they'd attended. Thank you, Amy and the rest of the PSI staff for bringing our dream wedding to life!
response 10/23/2023
Hi Victoria,
Thank you so much for this complimentary review of your wedding experience ...
at PSI (and for sharing all of these amazing photos of your day!!). You were an absolute pleasure to work with throughout the entire planning process, and we've loved getting to see you and your wife back for visits to PSI! We are so thrilled to get to be a part of your love story and look forward to seeing you for many more celebrations in the future!
Wishing you both a lifetime of love,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restuarant Staff
Sarah T
5.0
9/23/2023
PSI is gorgeous and has so much Cape May charm, but what really made it even more special on my wedding day was the incredible food and the staff’s commitment to making sure everyone was comfortable and everything happened on time. Can’t recommend them enough!
response 09/24/2023
Hi Sarah,
Thank you so much for all of your kind words! We cannot thank you enough for ...
taking the time to review your wedding experience at PSI. We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your celebration, and we'll sincerely hope to see you back at PSI soon!
Wishing you a lifetime of love,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Genny S
5.0
9/19/2023
We’re so glad that we chose PSI for our 50 person wedding last October, it truly exceeded our expectations. We loved that the ceremony and reception were all at the same location, and the whole venue felt intimate. We were easily able to spend time with all of our guests. We loved how much we could customize our ceremony and reception and that many of our guests could stay on the premises. Amy was a great coordinator. She was always helpful and responsive while planning the wedding, and everything went seamlessly on our wedding day. She was very present but made everything seem effortless on the day, and she has a very calm energy that we really appreciated. The food was delicious and was complimented by our guests. We were thrilled with the landscaping around the Inn, it was really beautifully done, and all of the blooming flowers really added to our photos. We used vendors suggested by PSI as well, and all of them were great. We particularly enjoyed working with our photographer Aleks and the pianist Kahlil, who were both extremely professional, kind, and talented. Lastly, we found PSI very accommodating. For one example, I asked Amy if a member of the staff would be able to Facetime the ceremony for a family member who couldn’t be present, and PSI really went above and beyond to make our family member feel included in our day, which was very much appreciated. Our wedding turned out exactly as we hoped, and we would recommend PSI to anyone looking to host a small wedding.
response 09/24/2023
Hi Genny,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review of your wedding day...
at PSI! We're so happy to know that our staff exceeded your expectations and made you and your guests feel comfortable and relaxed on your wedding day! It was an absolute pleasure hosting you all, and we'll be hoping to see you again soon!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Kaitlyn W
5.0
6/26/2023
Our wedding at Peter Shield’s was a dream! From booking the venue to our ride in the getaway car we were always taken care of. The entire staff was so accommodating and wonderful not only to myself, and my now Husband but our guests as well! Amy, the Wedding and Event Coordinator was incredible every step of the way. I was a bit of a nervous Bride but I was always put at ease as Amy very, very patiently answered all of my many questions. Amy even came in on her day off on the day before our wedding to go over everything with us and to make sure we were taken care of.
If you’re familiar with Cape May, you know Peter Shield’s is one of the best restaurants in town and all of the food at the wedding was phenomenal! All of our guests really enjoyed their meal and appetizers during the cocktail hour. Not only was every morsel of food that was served delicious but everything had such beautiful presentation which was super important to us.
Peter Shield’s Inn is such a gorgeous venue from the exterior of the building and the landscaping outside. In fact, we didn’t do much for decor outside because it’s so beautiful year-round. The inside of the inn is such a beautiful and historic building making it the perfect backdrop for our Cape May wedding.
To summarize, Peter Shield’s is a crown jewel of Cape May and it made our wedding day shine and my Husband and I can’t recommend it enough!
- The new Mrs. Walz
response 07/07/2023
Hi Kaitlyn,
Thank you so much for all of your kind words! We are so happy to know that ...
your wedding day at PSI was all that you hoped it would be and more. It was an honor and pleasure to get to host your special day at PSI, and we sincerely hope that you'll be back visits to our inn and restaurant in the future.
Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restuarant Staff
Pamela V
5.0
6/25/2023
We had the pleasure of staying at the beautiful and elegant Peter Shields Inn and decided this was absolutely the venue for our wedding. Amy as our wedding coordinator proved to be professional, caring and extremely helpful with all of our planning and guest accommodations at the Inn.. Amy was consistently kind and considerate as all of the staff at Peter Shields. We had a beautiful family wedding and we remain thankful & grateful that we had the privilege of working with Amy along with having our wedding at such a beautiful venue in Cape May.
response 07/07/2023
Hi Pamela,
Thank you so much for this lovely review of your wedding experience at PSI. ...
It makes us so happy to know that you and your guests felt warmly welcomed by each and every member of our staff. We loved hosting you all for such a special occasion, and we certainly hope that you'll come back to visit us in the future!
Wishing you a lifetime of love,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Matt S
5.0
3/03/2023
Our Wedding was the most beautiful day at the most beautiful place (Peter Shields Inn) in Cape May. We got married on Saturday of Labor Day weekend 2022 and everything about the day was perfect. Amy and the staff are masters at making you feel at ease and making sure everything is taken care of. They were a huge part in making our day special.
The food was incredible and the atmosphere, from the inviting front porch to the cozy bar and dining areas, were perfectly romantic for our special day.
We had about 60 people for our Beach wedding and the cocktail hour and reception following in PSI. Amy helped coordinate everything with such ease that we didn’t need to worry. We rented out the entire inn for our guests and everyone raved about the fantastic food and hospitality of the Inn. We made good use of the newly installed patio area for some little gatherings the night before and night after the wedding. If you are looking for a beach wedding or a Cape May venue for your special day then you should put Peter Shields Inn at the top of your list. The atmosphere, the food and the staff are all the best you can get. You will not be disappointed. Our guests still rave about the food and how great of a day it was for all. Matt and Deb.
response 03/20/2023
Hi Matt and Deb,
Thank you so much for your complimentary review! We are absolutely thr...
illed to know that you enjoyed not only your wedding day at PSI, but the entire weekend you spent at PSI with your friends and family.
It was an true pleasure to get to host you all, and we'll hope to see you back soon!
Sincerely,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Darcy D
5.0
11/17/2022
We had a fall wedding in October for 34 people. The venue, staff, and food were amazing. It is the perfect venue for a small, intimate wedding. Our guests raved about the food. We felt like we were in a fairytale. Amy and the rest of the staff made our day romantic and special.
response 11/18/2022
Hi Darcy,
Thank you so much for this kind review! We are so happy to hear that you and ...
your guests enjoyed your celebration at PSI, and that you felt as though you were in a fairytale!
It was an absolute pleasure hosting you and your friends and family on your wedding day. We'll hope to see you back again soon!
Sincerely,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Jillian V
5.0
11/06/2022
Peter Shields was number one on our list when we were looking for somewhere in Cape May that was romantic, lowkey but classy, and had incredible food. They can accommodate up to 100 people for a wedding which was perfect for what we were looking for. Amy was a great help through the process of contacting local vendors and answering questions. We got married on a weekend with a hurricane on the way and I was a mess all week because our hope was to get married on the steps outside. A miracle happened within the Cape May bubble and Amy and our vendors and staff at Peter Shields had us outside for our dream wedding and it all went beautifully. The timing of everything was down to a science concerning the ceremony, cocktail hour and dinner set up. Everyone was highly professional, courteous, and kept it fun and alive with the fear of a hurricane happening on our wedding day. We wouldn't have wanted it any other way and we are so happy to have started our lives together at Peter Shields.
response 11/06/2022
Hi Jillian,
Thank you so much for this review of your wedding at PSI! We were so happy ...
on the day of your wedding when the weather cooperated and you got to have the ceremony you envisioned on our front steps - The day turned out to be absolutely beautiful!
It was a pleasure working with you and hosting your celebration at PSI! We'll be looking forward to hosting you for visits to our inn and restaurant in the future!
Sincerely,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Emily S
5.0
5/25/2022
We were so lucky to have found PSI to host our wedding. With ocean views and the full venue to yourself, even with only 20 guests, it was the perfect setup. Amy, the wedding coordinator, was amazing: she helped with all the setup, answered all our questions, and made the day seamless. All of the staff were so friendly to our guests too. We could not recommend this venue enough.
response 05/26/2022
Hi Emily,
Thank you so much for your review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed yo...
ur wedding celebration at PSI.
You and your guests were a pleasure to host during your intimate celebration, and we hope to get to host you all again soon!
Sincerely,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Anna I
5.0
11/20/2021
We had the BEST TIME at PSI for our little wedding of ~40 people in Nov 2021. Amy was incredible and so helpful throughout the planning process. Amazing communication - and delicious food/overall service. Can’t say enough great things about this sweet inn.
response 11/30/2021
Hi Anna and Jake,
Thank you so much for your review of PSI! Your intimate wedding celeb...
ration was full of love and laughter, and we were thrilled to get to play a role in those special memories!
Wishing you a lifetime of love,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Ashley D
5.0
10/29/2021
Having our wedding at Peter Shields was the best decision we have ever made. It was everything we could have dreamed of and more. Guests are still raving about how perfect the entire day was! So many people said it was the best wedding they have ever been to and told us how cool the venue was. Amy was extremely helpful during the planning and the day of the wedding. We used all of the vendors she suggested and it made it even easier because they have all done weddings at PSI in the past. The venue was everything and more. We did not want a "traditional" type wedding. We had just around 80 guests and everyone was up dancing the entire time! We had corn hole outside for guests and we had all rooms rented upstairs by us. The food was absolutely AMAZING!! Everyone told us it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding. The rice balls were soooo good! Amy and her team made the day absolutely amazing for us. I had small laser cut-out names and menus to put on each guest's seat (80 of them) and she did it all perfectly! (not that I ever doubted her!) We wish we could relive this perfect day over and over again. PSI will forever be one of our favorite and most special places to visit. We can not wait to come back every year on our anniversary. THANK YOU PSI <3
response 10/29/2021
Hi Ashley,
Thank you so much for all of your kind words! We are absolutely thrilled to ...
know that you and your guests enjoyed your celebration at PSI, and that the day turned out exactly as you hoped it would. We could tell by the number of guests on the dancefloor that everyone was having a great time, and we were so happy to see that!
We'll be looking forward to hosting you for visits to PSI again in the future!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Dyan M
5.0
10/03/2021
We had the best wedding at Peter Shields Inn! Everything was perfect! Amy, the wedding coordinator, helped us think through our options and was patient and amazing. On our wedding day she saw that every detail was covered for our beach wedding and reception in the Inn afterwards. We had a group of 54 people and a live band. The venue felt intimate and welcoming and the staff was so friendly. The food was to die for!
response 10/07/2021
Thank you, Dyan, for your review of your wedding experience at PSI! We are so happy to he...
ar that you enjoyed not only your beautiful celebration, but also the planning period leading up to it. Your wedding day was filled with friends, family and lots of dancing, and we were thrilled to get to be a part of it!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Marisa S
5.0
8/15/2021
PSI was the absolute perfect wedding venue! We didn’t want a large elaborate wedding and upon first look we knew PSI was the one. Our wedding was intimate, elegant, and magical. Our guests all raved how perfect the day was! Amy and her team executed such a perfect event!! If your on the fence about choosing this venue, don’t hesitate!
response 08/22/2021
Hi Marisa,
Thank you so much for your review of your wedding experience at PSI! We are ...
so happy to know that we provided you with the elegant, magical day that you had been hoping for.
It was absolutely our pleasure to get to host you and your families for your special day, and we'll be looking forward to hosting you for more visits in the future!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Danielle G
5.0
8/04/2021
We held our wedding ceremony and reception here. The event flowed seamlessly and the staff was very attentive and friendly. Amy, the event manager/coordinator was calm and helpful throughout, and the food was absolutely delicious (as usual). Our wedding was wonderful! Peter Shields is the perfect venue for a small wedding.
response 08/22/2021
Hi Danielle,
Thank you so much for your complimentary review! We are so happy to know ...
that you enjoyed your wedding day at PSI, and that our staff was able to provide a memorable experience for you and your guests.
We were thrilled to get to host your celebration at PSI, and will look forward to seeing you both again soon!
Wishing you a lifetime of love,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Brandon D
5.0
6/20/2021
The Peter Shields Inn was the perfect venue for our little wedding of ~20 people. The restaurant itself is beautiful and made for a picturesque background for our special day. If you value amazing food over the usual wedding venue menus, this is the venue for you! We had dined at PSI before in the past and their wedding menu was just as amazing as their restaurant menu. Also, Amy is a rockstar! She really helped pull everything together to make our wedding magical. All around great service - would recommend the PSI as a wedding venue to anyone!
response 07/12/2021
Hi Brandon,
Thank you so much for your complimentary review of your wedding experience a...
t PSI! We are so happy to know that your intimate wedding celebration with friends and family turned out exactly as you hoped it would. We'll hope to see you back for return visits to our inn and restaurant in the future!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Lindsay I
5.0
3/26/2021
Amy & all of the PSI staff members made our wedding day such a perfect and memorable day. We truly appreciated all of their help with our questions and the quick responses to all of our e-mails! The staff members were extremely helpful and kind to all guest. The food was delicious and the whole environment was pure perfection! They made our day run seamlessly and placed everything exactly where we wanted them including the flowers on the Cake! My mother is handicap and they pulled out all the stops to make sure she could be apart of our day and feel comfortable while doing so!We can’t thank PSI enough for their professionalism on executing such a perfect day!
response 03/30/2021
Hi Lindsay and David,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We are so happy to hear t...
hat our staff at PSI was able to assist you in hosting your perfect wedding celebration. All of the details that you incorporated into your day were so lovely, and we all were thrilled to get to be a part of your special day!
Wishing the two of you a lifetime of love,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Melissa N
5.0
2/10/2021
We had the most amazing winter wedding at PSI. Planning a wedding during a pandemic is not an easy task but PSI helped us every step of the way. Amy our PSI wedding planner was very understanding, accommodating, available, and organized which helped with the planning and the day of the wedding. Our wedding was intimate and classic with a beautiful day as our back drop. We married on the outdoor steps followed with an indoor cocktail hr and reception. The food and service was exceptional! All the staff was so friendly, welcoming, and made everyone feel comfortable. All our guests kept telling us that it was the most beautiful wedding they ever attended and that it couldn't have been more perfect!
response 02/18/2021
Hi Melissa,
Thank you so much for your complimentary review. We were so happy to get to...
host your wedding celebration for you during these uncertain times!
It was a pleasure working with you and Jon throughout your planning. We'll be looking forward to hosting you again at our inn and restaurant in the future!
Wishing you a lifetime of love,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Chelsea L
5.0
6/21/2020
If you are considering the Peter Shields for your wedding and are lucky enough to get a date—- BOOK IT!! We were beyond happy with our choice to have our wedding here. Amy was so organized and on top on things. She was wonderful and allowed me to relax and not be an anxious bride. We knew we wanted an intimate day rather than your cookie cutter affair and that was exactly what we got!! The food was excellent, not your average wedding food at all. People continue to tell us what an amazing time they had at our wedding. We can not thank PSI and all the staff there enough!! You’re the best!
response 07/11/2020
Hi Chelsea,
We so appreciate your complimentary review! We're so happy to hear that you...
r wedding at PSI met all of your expectations.
We look forward to seeing you in the future for a stay at our inn or dinner at our restaurant!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Mary D
5.0
3/15/2020
We could not have been happier for our wedding at The Peter Shields Inn. The staff met our every request. Amy the wedding planner was amazing with her guidance and help with every detail. The food was superb. I don’t mean wedding venue superb, I mean 5 star restaurant superb. There are so many choices for a wedding along the New Jersey shore, this exceeded our every expectation.
response 04/29/2020
Hi Maria,
Thank you so much for your review of your wedding experience at PSI! We're so...
happy to hear that food at your reception and your experiences working with Amy all exceeded your expectations.
We were honored to get to host your celebration!
Best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Diane J
5.0
1/06/2020
Our wedding at Peter Shields was everything and more that I was wanting for our event. Elegant setting, superb menu, friendly helpful staff. The wedding coordinator, Amy, made the planning stress free. We had a truly wonderful wedding event at Peter Shields. Thank you to everyone at Peter Shields.
response 01/12/2020
Hi Diane,
Thank you so much for your review of your wedding experience at PSI. We are s...
o glad to know that we were able to assist in hosting the elegant wedding you were envisioning. We're also so happy to know that our staff allowed for your planning to be stress-free for you - That's just how it should be!
It was a pleasure for us to host your celebration at PSI, and we hope to see you again soon!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Shilo L
5.0
12/23/2019
I cannot say enough good things about our experience with Amt and the entire PSI staff. Our wedding was purely magical! The food was amazing and everyone loved everything especially the steak and crab cakes! This was the perfect beach venue for our intimate wedding!
response 01/05/2020
Hi Shilo,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We were so happy to get to host the m...
agical wedding of your dreams!
We'll be looking forward to seeing you back at PSI for many special celebrations in the future.
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Colleen N
5.0
10/29/2019
My daughter and her now-husband hosted their wedding at PSI this past May, and our guests are still talking about what a wonderful time they had!
My husband and I wanted to make sure our only daughter's wedding day was elegant and special - As regular diners at PSI, we knew they wouldn't disappoint. From the moment we started planning we were made to feel like a priority. Amy, the onsite coordinator, was so pleasant to work with throughout all of our planning. The day of the wedding she and her team set the space beautifully - Just as we had envisioned it! My daughter and her husband hosted their ceremony on the front steps of PSI, which was truly picture-perfect! The food throughout the day was incredible, and the staff was so attentive to our every need! It honestly was a perfect day from start to finish.
Thank you, PSI, for giving our little girl the wedding of her dreams!
response 11/02/2019
Hi Colleen,
Thank you so much for your kind review! It was a pleasure for us to get to ...
host Megan and Connor's wedding at PSI! We're so happy to know that we were able to provide them the special and elegant celebration you all had been envisioning. We'll be looking forward to seeing you all for many special celebrations in the future!
Best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Darren H
5.0
10/27/2019
If I could give this venue and it's staff ten stars, I would.
Planning and pulling off an authentic 20's themed wedding is a daunting task when you hire a wedding planner, but it triples in difficulty when you are doing it yourself and it involves the display of actual 1920's art, sculpture, and artifacts. Amy showed up at oh-dark-thirty to help me set up for an an 11 am ceremony only to be faced with a mountain of crates full of display items. She faced it with aplomb, and never batted an eye. She moved us through the entire process smoothly, and trusted that everything would end up perfectly, and it did. The entire staff has a wonderful 'Can Do' attitude that I have seldom encountered outside the military. The food is OUTSTANDING, the rooms are OUTSTANDING, and the e-mail negotiations were handled in a timely and professional manner.
Everybody thinks their wedding is the best. Thanks to Amy, Carl, and the staff at PSI....OURS WAS THE BEST. :)
response 11/02/2019
Hi Terri and DJ,
Thank you so much for this nice review! Your 1920's themed wedding had...
so many fun and unique elements to it, and we were thrilled to get to be the backdrop for your celebration! Just like all of your guests, we had a great time getting to go back in time with you on your wedding day!
Wishing you a lifetime of love,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Mark L
5.0
10/24/2019
My wife and I hosted our wedding at PSI, and the day turned out to be everything we had imagined it would be! Our day was perfect, and that's largely due to the awesome staff and great food at PSI. We can't wait to come back in for dinner soon!
response 10/28/2019
Hi Jenny & Mark,
Thank you so much for your complimentary review of your wedding at PSI!...
We are so happy to know that everything you planned came together just as you envisioned it would, and that you had a perfect wedding day!
We'll be looking forward to seeing you back at PSI very soon!
Best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Danielle W
5.0
10/20/2019
We could not be happier with our wedding planning experience at PSI! The venue is stunning, the food is fantastic, and the staff went above and beyond. Amy, the onsite coordinator, was so helpful and available to us throughout our entire planning process. The day of the wedding the service staff was attentive to all of our needs. We stayed at the inn with our families for the weekend and everyone was made to feel like they were at home! We look forward to returning for many anniversary celebrations in the future!
response 10/21/2019
Hi Danielle & Mike,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We are so happy to know tha...
t your wedding celebration at PSI was all the you hoped it would be, and are thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoyed your weekend-long celebration at our inn! We'll be looking forward to hosting you all again very soon!
Wishing you a lifetime of love,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Lisa A
5.0
10/07/2019
We could not have asked for a better venue for our surprise wedding! We surprised our family members over Labor Day weekend with a small wedding on the steps of the PSI. We moved to the front porch for the cocktail reception and then inside for dinner. It was perfect! We couldn't have pulled it off without Amy! Not only did she help with the planning at the PSI, Amy also was our witness for our wedding license when we filed it months before the secret wedding. The food and staff are excellent too. The venue is BYOB providing a lot of flexibility for any type of wedding. Thank you to everyone at PSI for making our wedding day so special!
response 10/11/2019
Lisa & Jake,
Thank you so much for your complimentary review! Your surprise wedding cel...
ebration at PSI was so full of love, and we were so happy to get to play a part in those special memories for you and your families.
We'll be looking forward to seeing you back for visits to PSI in the future!
Wishing you a lifetime of love,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Kristen Z
5.0
10/04/2019
Our wedding at PSI was just over a month ago on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend (8/31/19). Absolutely nothing about our experience at Peter Shields did not live up to our expectations. The food, the ambiance, the ease of planning and most importantly the amazing staff… that treated us like family the entire weekend….we can’t say enough about our amazing wedding and positive experience. Everything was top notch.
Thank you Amy (on-site coordinator) for all of your assistance from beginning to end…you really were such a help communicating with all of our vendors, and most importantly such a pleasure to work with!!!…. and RJ for always treating us so well every time we are at PSI!! We can't wait to come back.
PSI gave us a truly unique wedding experience, which is exactly what we were looking for!! Our friends and family all had the best time and it was a beautiful and perfect day all around. We recommend PSI to anyone who is looking for a wedding venue in Cape May! Thank you for everything! Ryan & Kristen
response 10/11/2019
Ryan & Kristen,
Thank you so much for all of your kind words! Our staff truly loved hos...
ting you and your families for your wedding weekend at PSI. We're thrilled to hear that everything lived up to your expectations for your wedding celebration, and we'll be looking forward to hosting the two of you again in the future!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Kathy W
5.0
7/23/2019
We had our son’s rehearsal dinner at PSI and it was everything we wanted and more. Amy and her staff are amazing! The room looked perfect! The flowers were beautiful, the place cards and menus were perfectly placed, and the staff went above and beyond on service. We had some last minute changes to placement and seating and they made it happen effortlessly. The food was delicious and just as great as when we were there as a couple. It was a wonderful night and we received so many compliments. Thank you PSI for the perfect memory!
response 08/04/2019
Hi Kathy,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We are so happy to know that your son...
's rehearsal dinner at PSI came together just as you had envisioned it!
We'll be looking forward to hosting your family for dinner at our restaurant again in the future!
All the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Adelyn F
5.0
6/28/2019
This was the perfect venue for our small and intimate wedding. Not only is Peter Shields Inn (in and of itself) a LOVELY venue, but the food is 5 star as well as the staff. Amy, the on-site coordinator is professional, friendly, and incredibly helpful at all stages of the planning leading up to wedding day. Amy also provided us with many recommendations for vendors which made our wedding planning process much less stressful. We would 10/10 recommend if you are looking for an intimate and elegant reception.
response 07/23/2019
Dear Adelyn,
Thank you so much for your complimentary review! It was an absolute pleasu...
re hosting your intimate celebration at PSI that was so full of love and family.
We're thrilled to hear that we and our recommended vendors were able to create a perfect wedding day for you and Martin!
We hope you'll be back to visit us again soon!
Best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Elizabeth L
5.0
4/30/2019
We had our wedding at Peter Shields this April and all I can say is that everything was just as we imagined. Amy was the best. She was was so responsive and accommodating to all of our requests. She made herself available for multiple meetings and even helped me plan a sweet surprise for my husband. I especially appreciated her flexibility with dealing with my family and all of their opinions on decor! She took all of the stress out of planning out wedding.
The food was beyond excellent and and all the staff were courteous and helpful. Everyone went out of their way to make us feel special.
I am so happy that we selected the Peter Shields Inn for our wedding. I wouldn’t change a thing. I highly recommend PSI to anyone who is looking for an intimate setting in Cape May for their wedding. We look forward to returning to the inn in the coming years to celebrate our anniversary!!
response 05/06/2019
Hi Elizabeth,
Thank you so much for your complimentary review! We are so thrilled to he...
ar that we exceeded your expectations for your wedding day at PSI!
We will look forward to hosting you for anniversary celebrations in the future!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Valarie P
5.0
1/22/2019
I cannot say enough good things about Peter Shields Inn. We had a small destination wedding, just under 40 people, and I really wanted to be able to ensure that all of our guests felt welcome with every little detail. The food was awesome, the venue was the perfect space for us, and Amy was there every step of the way to answer questions and ensure that my vision came true (and I had a lot of questions along the way!). We have beautiful photos from the day and fantastic memories, and I can honestly say there's nothing I would've changed about our wedding at PSI.
response 01/23/2019
Hi Valarie,
Thank you so much for this kind review! It's so great to hear that PSI ser...
ved as the perfect venue for your destination wedding in Cape May, NJ.
We hope you'll be back to visit us at our inn and restaurant in the future!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Philippa E
5.0
10/30/2018
We had the most amazing few days at PSI! The staff was absolutely fabulous, and very accommodating to our guests.... the rooms were impeccable, and the food was fantastic! Amy, the wedding planner at PSI, went above and beyond to make our day as special as possible! Even Mother Nature couldnt stress us out, as PSI transitioned our “on the beach” wedding to an “inside wedding” seamlessly! As the bride, I didn't have to worry about a thing! Thank you Amy, and the staff at PSI, you made our wedding day everything we wanted it to be.... and more!!
response 11/05/2018
Dear Philippa and Scott,
Thank you so much for your complimentary review. We absolutely...
loved getting to host your celebration at PSI! Your wedding day turned out beautifully, even with those showers in the morning! :)
We are absolutely thrilled to know that we were able to create the wedding day you had been dreaming of! We hope you'll be back to visit us at our inn or our restaurant very soon!
All the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Carol C
5.0
10/23/2018
Peter Shields made our wedding experience more than special.. The entire staff at Peter Shields was exceptional. I knew I made the right decision. Attention to detail. Perfect place for a small wedding or any special occasion. The food was delicious. We stayed two nights. Our room clean and elegant.. We plan on coming back every year for our anniversary.
response 10/23/2018
Hi Carol,
Thank you so much for this kind review! We were so happy to get to host your ...
celebration at PSI, and we're thrilled to know that you and your guests enjoyed your time at PSI!
We'll be looking forward to hosting you for years to come on your anniversary!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Patti S
5.0
10/22/2018
To say we had a wonderful wedding at PSI would be an understatement! We wanted something intimate for our 40 person reception, and PSI could not have been more perfect … From the venue itself to the food to the service, everything was top notch! Amy was there for us throughout our entire planning process, and she and her staff ensured that every detail of the day made for the wedding of our dreams!
response 10/23/2018
Hi Patti,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We absolutely loved getting to ...
host your wedding celebration at PSI and are so glad to hear that you enjoyed our venue, staff and food!
We hope to see you back at PSI again soon!
All our best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Deborah W
5.0
10/22/2018
Our experience at Peter Shields,could have not been a better one.. Amy and the entire Peter Shield's staff were Amazing.
For the entire process from the booking this venue to our wedding day... down to every detail ... Amy went out of her way to
accommodate every wish... She took the worry away so you could enjoy your special day without extra added stress.. The staff to
the ambience, not to mention the food, which was incredible.. Amy dealt with our outside vendor's down to the tiniest details.
Our guests raved...Many stated they will return.. They go beyond your expectations.. The extravagant wedding feel with
intimate upscale surroundings..
response 10/23/2018
Hi Debbie,
Thank you so much for this complimentary review! We loved getting to host yo...
u and your family for your wedding weekend, and are thrilled to know that we were able to facilitate hosting the wedding of your dreams!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Nancy W
5.0
10/07/2018
PSI was the perfect place for the rehearsal dinner we hosted for our son and daughter-in-law. Amy was extremely responsive and timely in her communication and found a way to satisfy every request we made. We planned the event from afar; when we arrived at PSI to deliver our bar supplies and decorations we were taken aback by the splendor of the venue. The grounds were beautifully landscaped and the inn is simply elegant. The food was delicious from appetizer to entree to dessert. The warm hospitality shown by everyone on staff added so much to the gathering of friends and family, many of whom had traveled great distances to be in Cape May for the wedding the next day. I highly recommend PSI as a venue for any event!
response 10/23/2018
Hi Nancy,
Thank you so much for this kind review! We're so happy to know that you enjoy...
ed your son and daughter-in-law's rehearsal dinner and your interactions with our staff leading up to their celebration.
We hope that you'll be back to visit us at PSI in the future!
All our best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Alexa D
5.0
10/05/2018
My husband and I just recently had our rehearsal dinner at Peter Shields Inn on September 21st. We frequent the Cape May area often and this is one of our favorite go-to restaurants. I couldn't think of any other place I wanted to share with family and friends for our rehearsal dinner than here. The staff service was beyond exceptional - friendly, knowledgable and prompt with bringing out our dinner courses. Though I have always been impressed with the quality and curation of the food here, our guests were blown away with how amazing everything was! Some mentioned it was "one of the best meals they have had in a while". The room designated to our party was spacious and secluded, which really made our night feel like a special event. If you are looking to hold something here, do not hesitate! PSI ensured that our evening was perfect and I would absolutely utilize this restaurant for events in the future.
response 10/23/2018
Hi Alexa,
Thank you for this complimentary review! We are so happy to know that your re...
hearsal dinner at PSI made for a great start to your wedding weekend and met all of the expectations you've come to expect from us at PSI!
We'll be looking forward to hosting you again for dinner soon!
All our best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Ramona S
5.0
8/26/2018
Our prior dining experiences at PSI have been exceptional. We had no doubt that hosting a rehearsal dinner would be anything less than amazing.
Having cocktails and butlered hor d'oeuvres on the porch prior to dinner provided two families the casual opportunity to get to know each other in a relaxing atmosphere.
The PSI staff offered an atmosphere where the service was seamlessly attentive, yet never intrusive.
All our guests raved about the dinner experience. Not only were the meal choices delicious, the dishes were served simultaneously to our guests' liking.
We highly recommend PSI and applaud Amy Gotthardt for her suggestions and attention to detail. Well done!!!
response 09/09/2018
Hi Ramona,
Thank you so much for your complimentary review! We're so happy to know that...
your son's rehearsal dinner at PSI provided the perfect start to your family's wedding weekend!
We'll be looking forward to seeing you back to PSI in the future!
Best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Dan & Deb R
5.0
7/27/2018
Our wedding at Peter Shields was simply amazing! Amy and the PSI staff went above and beyond to ensure our day was special. Our photographer had a scheduling error and as the ceremony approached and we were trying to figure out what to do, Amy calmly called another photographer and he showed up 20 minutes later! Thank you so much for keeping everything on track. Our ceremony was a destination wedding and PSI invited us down to enjoy a dinner and night on them! Amy made our whole process seamless and enjoyable! If anyone was thinking of getting married whether a local couple or destination, we highly recommend Peter Shields Inn. They will make you feel like you are home😋
Dan and Debbie R
response 08/06/2018
Hi Dan and Debbie,
Thank you so much for this nice review! We could not be more thrille...
d to know that we were able to provide you with a memorable wedding celebration at PSI!
We will sincerely be looking forward to hosting you again at our inn or our restaurant in the future!
Wising you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Ashley B
5.0
6/25/2018
Myself and my Husband just got married at PSI on 06/16/18. Let me tell you, Amy and her team were AMAZING!! If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. The day was absolutely perfect, and my guests can not stop raving about the experience and food. I cannot thank Amy and her team enough for how perfect the day turned out. I even threw a little curveball, and had a change last minute, Amy had no problems accommodating my needs without any issues. If you are thinking about having your wedding or rehearsal dinner here, don't hesitate!! We already plan on coming back to PSI for every anniversary! :)
response 07/01/2018
Hi Ashley and James,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We all appreciate it so mu...
ch!
We're thrilled to know that you enjoyed your wedding day, and we'll be looking forward to hosting you for anniversary celebrations in the future!
Wishing you both all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Ellie M
5.0
6/24/2018
We hosted our son’s Rehearsal Dinner at Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant this month and are so happy we did. The professional staff, the excellent food, the picturesque setting made it the perfect venue for this special night.
Planning this dinner from out of town was so easy with the assistance of Amy, Wedding & Event Coordinator. It truly was a night to remember! I highly recommend PSI!
response 09/09/2018
Hi Ellie,
Thank you for your kind review! We are so happy to hear that the rehearsal di...
nner you hosted at PSI was all you hoped it would be!
We hope to see you back for dinner at PSI in the future!
Best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Jeanine S
5.0
4/04/2018
Peter Shield's is an absolutely beautiful restaurant and bed and breakfast. If you want an elegant and classy wedding, from very small to larger, this is the place to go. First, Amy, the wedding coordinator is extremely organized and calming and can answer any questions and solve any issues. She can recommend vendors (bakeries, photographers, officiants) and those that I chose from her recommendations were perfect.
Secondly, it is a beautiful venue, with a view of the ocean, and exquisite rooms within.
Thirdly, the food is upscale and delicious, and if your want more than the standard fare received at most weddings, you can't go wrong. The servers are experienced and know what they are doing.
Fourth, Kahlil, their piano player who is there most weekends, can also be hired for your wedding, and you can't go wrong!
We recently had our wedding at Peter Shields, and would highly recommend this venue!
response 04/04/2018
Hi Jeanine and Gene,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We are beyond thrilled to ...
know that you enjoyed all of the various details of your wedding day! From the ambiance, to the food and service, to the entertainment provided by our house pianist, Kahlil Gunther - We're so happy that all of these details exceeded your expectations!
We'll be looking forward to seeing you again at PSI in the future!
Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Erin M
5.0
2/25/2018
On October 12, 2017 we hosted a Rehearsal Dinner at PSI for about 40 people. I absolutely cannot say enough about the venue, the food and working with Amy!! We were trying to decide between another place (which was slightly bigger) and PSI. While visiting in CM, we had a chance to eat at the other place and were not thrilled. However, we still gave it some thought because initially we thought the other place was going to be quite a bit cheaper. But when adding up the fees that were extra, on top of the per person plate charge (which was cheaper), the total came out to be about the same. (If you are comparing places, make sure you total everything up). We were only in CM for a short time so we did not have a chance to eat at PSI before booking, but the ratings were so great that we took a chance. We were so glad we did!!! The food was absolutely OUTSTANDING!! Everyone really raved about it. Most of us had the scallops, which were cooked perfectly, and the Butternut Squash Bisque was fabulous and the Chocolate Lava Cake was out of this world!! Amy was a delight to work with. She was attentive in getting back to my husband and I with our many questions (we live in Texas) and the room was set up for us exactly as I asked. We had wine and beer delivered from Collier's and the morning of the Rehearsal, I brought in single roses for the tables, which PSI put in vases for me. We arrived slightly early after the rehearsal and PSI accommodated us. The staff were most attentive and fabulous. There could not have been a better Rehearsal Dinner experience for us! If you are getting married in Cape May, I HIGHLY recommend that you book with PSI for your rehearsal dinner!!!
Rachel L
5.0
11/01/2017
A fantastic landmark location that offers a culinary repertoire that has established it as one of the finest dining experiences in all of southern New Jersey. We had our rehearsal dinner here and it was a perfect experience. The staff guided by Amy did a great job of making us feel welcome and taken care of while providing a warm personal feeling without compromising formal standards. And the food was superb. Carl Messick is a master and the only challenge was selecting with items to offer our guests. Amy and Carl worked with me to make a few modifications to our selections that allowed us to have a choice that was right for everybody. I would unreservedly recommend Peter Shields for any private event.
response 11/03/2017
Dear Rachel and John,
Thank you so much for your complimentary review. We are beyond th...
rilled to know that our food, venue and staff exceed your expectations for your rehearsal dinner at PSI!
We will be looking forward to hosting you two again for dinners at PSI in the future!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn and Staff
Heather T
5.0
10/31/2017
Our wedding at PSI was simply fantastic! We had the most perfect fall weather for our wedding ceremony on the front steps of the inn, and the fall décor on the inn's front steps was absolutely stunning. Having dined at their restaurant in the past, we knew the food would be great - It turned out to be even better than we imagined! So many guests complimented us on the food, venue and staff. Our guests all told us they were made to feel right at home, which is exactly what we had hoped for!
The event coordinator, Amy, was a huge help to us throughout all of our planning. We met with her several times throughout our planning process, and she was always available to answer questions via phone or email. She was so helpful with all of our setup for our wedding day, too! She really helped in allowing for us to be able to relax and enjoy our day!
I honestly could go on and on about how wonderful PSI is! It's the perfect choice if you're looking for a beautiful and unique venue with fantastic food and service!
response 11/01/2017
Dear Heather and Ryan,
Thank you so much for your review! We're thrilled to hear that o...
ur venue, food and staff were able to contribute to hosting the wedding day of your dreams! We loved getting to host your family and friends, so we're so happy to know that they felt right at home at PSI!
We hope to see you back for a visit to our inn or restaurant very soon!
Wishing you all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Lisa C
5.0
10/30/2017
We had our wedding at PSI 10/14/17 and it was absolutely perfect! Amy, the wedding coordinator was so great to work with and always available to answer any questions. Amy and the entire staff were amazing!! The Inn is so beautiful and such a unique wedding venue. We had dined at PSI many times and knew the food was incredible! Everyone raved about the atmosphere, the staff and the food! If you are looking for a wedding venue that is elegant, intimate and unique then this is the place!
response 11/01/2017
Dear Lisa and Drew,
Thank you so much for your review! We are SO happy to hear that you...
enjoyed your wedding day at PSI ... It was our absolute pleasure to get to host you and your guests on your wedding day! We're thrilled to hear that everyone enjoyed our venue and the food and service provided.
We will be looking forward to seeing you back at our restaurant again soon!
All our best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Amy H
5.0
10/20/2017
The Peter Shields Inn and Restaurant was the perfect setting for our destination wedding weekend. Amy, Danielle, and the entire Restaurant and Hotel staff made every moment of our stay memorable in every way. Our entire wedding day was intimate, romantic, and unique in ways that we will never forget. Being able to have the entire Inn for our family to stay in for the weekend allowed us all to be together and truly celebrate the joining of our families in a very special way.
Danny and I look forward to spending many anniversaries in Cape May at the Peter Shields for years to come.
response 10/24/2017
Hi Amy and Danny,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We love knowing that our venu...
e was able to not only provide you with a memorable wedding day, but also with a memorable wedding weekend that you, your family and friends all enjoyed!
We'll be looking forward to having you back for anniversary celebrations for years to come!
Wishing you both all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Lisa R
5.0
10/18/2017
Peter Shields Inn hosted our small and private after wedding dinner. It was amazing! The inn is so unique and had just the character and charm we were looking for. Amy helped us plan the event along the way and was amazing and responsive. She went above and beyond to make our event so special. The atmosphere was wonderful and the place is beautiful. The food is spectacular! One of the best meals we’ve ever had and our guests agreed. Our wedding night was so special and we have the team at Peter Shields to thank. I HIGHLY recommend this venue for weddings and private events.
response 10/24/2017
Hi Lisa and Chris,
Thank you so much for you review! We are so happy to know that we we...
re able to provide you with the wedding celebration you had been envisioning! All of your details came together beautifully, and we were thrilled to get to play a role in your special day!
Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness,
The Peter Shields Inn & Restaurant Staff
Nicole R
5.0
10/16/2017
Absolutely perfect venue for our wedding! Ami went above and beyond to ensure every detail was attended to and that we could just relax and enjoy our special day! It was such a beautiful venue, the flowers and decor were so breathtaking! We decided to forgo the beach and say "I do" on the front steps and PSI made the perfect backdrop for our wedding photos! Everyone could not say enough about how beautiful the wedding was and how delicious the food tasted! The staff were so accommodating and kind!! Can't wait to visit again and celebrate many anniversaries here in the future!!
response 10/24/2017
Hi Nikki and Frank,
Thank you so much for your complimentary review! We're so happy to ...
hear that you and your guests enjoyed your wedding celebration at PSI!
We also are so happy to hear that you'll be back to celebrate anniversaries with us in the future. We'll all be looking forward to seeing you again at PSI!
Wishing you both all the best,
The Peter Shields Inn and Restaurant Staff
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