Dining at Tropicana Atlantic City: the hotel's restaurants and bars
Tropicana Atlantic City offers over 20 on-site restaurants and about 15 bars and lounges spanning casual to upscale choices — from family-style Italian at Carmine’s and Il Verdi to a rooftop bar, Chelsea Five, and sports-focused Chickie’s & Pete’s. Many venues post varying hours, so check with the concierge for current opening times and reservations.
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Overview of the resort’s dining scene
Tropicana Atlantic City features more than 20 restaurants and roughly 15 bars and lounges across its South, Havana and Chelsea Towers and within the Quarter at Tropicana. Cuisine options cover Italian, American, BBQ, Asian, Cuban, Mexican, and quick-service selections, plus several themed bars and nightclubs.
Food and drink are not included in standard room rates — Tropicana is not an all-inclusive property — and venue hours vary, so plan to contact the concierge or the venue directly for up-to-date hours and reservation details.
- Notable on-site restaurants include Il Verdi, Carmine’s, Palm Restaurant, P.F. Chang’s, Wild Honey Smokehouse and Tavern, Broadway Burger Bar, and Chickie’s & Pete’s Crab House and Sports Bar.
- Rooftop and ocean-view dining is available (for example Chelsea Five).
- There are family-friendly options and separate adults-only spaces (pools and some bars) — see each venue for age rules.
| What you'll find | Examples |
|---|---|
| Upscale steakhouse/Italian | Palm Restaurant |
| Family-style Italian | Carmine's |
| BBQ and casual fare | Wild Honey Smokehouse and Tavern |
Italian choices: Il Verdi, Carmine’s and The Palm
If you want Italian, Tropicana groups multiple options. Il Verdi is listed as an Italian restaurant for dinner in a refined setting; Carmine’s offers family-style Southern Italian classics intended for sharing; and Palm Restaurant operates as an Italian steakhouse with USDA Prime steaks, lobster and other surf-and-turf items.
Palm Restaurant posts specific hours (Sun–Thu and Fri–Sat evening times) and maintains a Business Casual dress code; for Il Verdi and Carmine’s the property copy lists dinner service but notes hours vary, so call concierge to confirm availability or private dining options.
- Palm Restaurant — Italian steakhouse; listed dinner hours and a Business Casual dress code.
- Carmine’s — family-style portions and private dining options; good for groups.
- Il Verdi — Italian menu in a more formal setting; dinner service hours vary.
| Venue | Style |
|---|---|
| Palm Restaurant | Italian steakhouse (dinner) |
| Carmine’s | Family-style Italian (dinner) |
| Il Verdi | Italian (dinner — hours vary) |
Casual and family-friendly spots
For everyday and family dining, Tropicana lists a number of casual outlets. Wild Honey Smokehouse and Tavern covers BBQ styles from Texas to Carolina and offers breakfast through evening hours on many days; Broadway Burger Bar and Hooters provide casual American fare.
Chickie’s & Pete’s Crab House and Sports Bar is a large two-story sports bar known for Crabfries and big-screen viewing; many casual venues have extended hours, and some are convenient for post-beach or pre-show meals near the Tropicana Showroom.
- Wild Honey Smokehouse and Tavern — BBQ; reported long hours including breakfast service.
- Broadway Burger Bar — burgers and comfort food.
- Chickie’s & Pete’s — sports bar and seafood with late hours on weekends; good for game watching.
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Wild Honey Smokehouse and Tavern | Breakfast, lunch & dinner (hours vary) |
| Broadway Burger Bar | Lunch & dinner |
| Chickie’s & Pete’s | Lunch, dinner & late-night on weekends |
Asian, Cuban and Mexican options
Tropicana includes multiple ethnic choices on property. P.F. Chang’s provides wok-fired, scratch-made Chinese/Asian dishes with posted lunch and dinner hours; Ossu Asian Tavern offers sushi and Japanese specialties in a polished setting.
Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar presents contemporary and traditional Cuban cuisine with a large rum selection and private-event capacity, while Casa Taco & Tequila Bar focuses on Mexican food and boardwalk-side outdoor seating. Hours and bookings vary by venue.
- P.F. Chang’s — wok-fired Asian dishes; listed hours include an 11:30 a.m. opening.
- Ossu Asian Tavern — sushi and Japanese specialties for dinner (hours vary).
- Cuba Libre — Cuban cuisine and rum bar with group/event capability.
- Casa Taco & Tequila Bar — Mexican food and outdoor boardwalk dining.
| Cuisine | Venue examples |
|---|---|
| Japanese/Sushi | Ossu Asian Tavern |
| Chinese/Asian | P.F. Chang's |
| Cuban | Cuba Libre |
| Mexican | Casa Taco & Tequila Bar |
Bars, rooftop drinks and nightlife
There are roughly 15 bars and lounges at Tropicana, from casual pub-style spots to rooftop and nightclub experiences. Chelsea Five is a rooftop terrace lounge with ocean views, beer selections and cocktails; it has received recognition in venue mentions and is listed as a rooftop option.
Nightclubs and late-night venues include Boogie Nights, Anthem, Tango’s Lounge and Kiss Kiss, each with different ambiances and dress expectations. If a venue is adults-only (21+), the property notes that in its descriptions — for example, certain pool-adjacent bars and The Pool at Chelsea are age-restricted.
- Chelsea Five — rooftop terrace with ocean views and drinks.
- Tango’s Lounge, Anthem, Boogie Nights, Kiss Kiss — nightclub and lounge options for later nights.
- Some bars and pool bars restrict entry to guests 21+ (check venue rules).
| Bar type | Example |
|---|---|
| Rooftop/ocean-view | Chelsea Five |
| Lounge/bar & live entertainment | Tango's Lounge |
| Nightclub | Boogie Nights / Anthem |
Practical tips for dining at Tropicana
Hours and menus change frequently; the property’s concierge or the individual venue should be contacted for current hours, dress codes and reservation policies. Many restaurants accept private dining and event bookings, so ask the catering or events team if you have a group.
Keep in mind dining is separate from room rates (not all-inclusive), some venues have age restrictions or dress codes, and several restaurants and bars are located inside the Quarter at Tropicana which connects to the casino and other public areas.
- Call concierge to check hours and reserve tables, especially for dinner or groups.
- If you require accessible seating or have dietary needs, contact the restaurant directly.
- Expect venue-specific age or dress-code rules (e.g., Palm Restaurant notes Business Casual).
| When to check | Why |
|---|---|
| Before you go | Hours and availability change seasonally |
| When booking group meals | Private dining and events require advance notice |
| If traveling with kids | Confirm any 21+ restrictions at specific bars/pools |
