Dining at Showboat Hotel: on-site restaurants and bars
Showboat Hotel offers several on-site options for casual meals, dessert, and cocktails: ACE (Atlantic City Eatery) and B&B Burger Bar handle lunch and dinner/boardwalk-facing breakfasts, Eclair serves lobby café fare and morning sandwiches, and 12 Bar provides cocktails beside the Lucky Snake Arcade. Treats and quick stops include Blissful Bubbles Cafe and Kelly's Ice Cream; cooked-to-order breakfast is available for a surcharge.
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Dining at a glance
Showboat Hotel’s on-site restaurants and bars cover quick café stops, family-friendly lunches, and casual dinner options with a full bar. Several outlets sit right on or just off the Boardwalk so many have easy beach or arcade access.
Breakfast is not included with standard room rates; cooked-to-order breakfast is offered on-site for a surcharge. Hours and seasonal closures vary by outlet, so check with the concierge or front desk for the latest times.
- Boardwalk-facing casual dining: B&B Burger Bar (breakfast & lunch) and ACE (lunch, dinner, full bar)
- Lobby café: Eclair (breakfast, sandwiches, salads, desserts)
- Quick treats: Blissful Bubbles Cafe (bubble tea) and Kelly's Ice Cream
- Cocktails and late-night drinks: 12 Bar beside Lucky Snake Arcade
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| ACE (Atlantic City Eatery) | Lunch, Dinner, Full bar; Friday–Saturday breakfast buffet available |
| B&B Burger Bar | Breakfast & Lunch; boardwalk views |
| Eclair | Lobby café: breakfast, sandwiches, desserts |
Breakfast, coffee and quick starts
Eclair in the Showboat lobby is the go-to for morning coffee, hand-crafted drinks, pastries, sandwiches, and grab-and-go items. Its published hours run early through the evening most days, but hours extend later on Saturdays.
B&B Burger Bar sits on the Boardwalk and lists breakfast items such as avocado toast and fresh-baked pastries in addition to its lunch menu; its posted hours show it open Friday–Monday only.
- Eclair hours (published): Mon–Thu 7:00 AM–7:00 PM; Fri 7:00 AM–8:00 PM; Sat 7:00 AM–9:00 PM; Sun 7:00 AM–8:00 PM
- B&B Burger Bar hours (posted): Friday–Monday 8:00 AM–9:00 PM; Tuesday–Thursday closed per hotel listing
- Cooked-to-order breakfast at the hotel is available for a surcharge (not included with room rate)
| Spot | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Eclair | Coffee, pastries, sandwiches, salads, desserts (lobby location) |
| B&B Burger Bar | Boardwalk views; breakfast favorites and specialty burgers later in the day |
Lunch and dinner — ACE and casual full meals
Atlantic City Eatery (ACE) sits just off the Boardwalk entrance and offers an American-style menu with sandwiches, hand-tossed pizzas, salads and a full bar. ACE serves lunch and dinner and lists a Friday–Saturday breakfast buffet in some materials.
For a sports-bar atmosphere and broad casual menu, the Lucky Snake Sports Bar (part of the Lucky Snake Arcade & Sports Bar) provides a full menu and sports viewing; 12 Bar offers cocktails adjacent to the arcade for a drink before or after a meal.
- ACE: full bar, lunch and dinner; breakfast buffet Fridays and Saturdays (per hotel materials)
- Lucky Snake Sports Bar: family-friendly menu with many game/arcade connections
- Costa Pizza: listed on the hotel dining page but currently marked 'Closed for the Season' — confirm availability before going
| Venue | Notes |
|---|---|
| ACE (Atlantic City Eatery) | Full bar, lunch/dinner; near Boardwalk entrance |
| Lucky Snake Sports Bar | Arcade-connected sports bar with a full menu |
| 12 Bar | Cocktails beside the arcade (hours extend later on weekends) |
Desserts, snacks and quick treats
Several small outlets handle on-the-go treats: Kelly's Ice Cream for cones and desserts, Blissful Bubbles Cafe for bubble tea and casual bites, and Eclair for pastries and sweets. These are useful for families returning from the beach or guests exploring the Boardwalk.
Hours for Blissful Bubbles Cafe and Kelly's Ice Cream vary by season; the concierge or front desk can provide current opening times on the day you visit.
- Kelly's Ice Cream: listed on the hotel dining page as a dessert stop (no detailed hours published there)
- Blissful Bubbles Cafe: bubble tea and light bites; hours vary — check with concierge
- Eclair also offers desserts and bakery items through the day
| Snack spot | Best for |
|---|---|
| Kelly's Ice Cream | Ice cream and sweet treats |
| Blissful Bubbles Cafe | Bubble tea and casual snacks |
| Eclair | Pastries, coffee, sandwiches, desserts |
Bars and nightlife on-site
12 Bar is the primary cocktail spot listed on the hotel site; it sits beside the Lucky Snake Arcade and serves cocktails throughout the day with later weekend hours. The Lucky Snake Sports Bar also serves drinks alongside a food menu and sports viewing.
For event nights or larger groups, meeting and ballroom venues such as the Bourbon Room and Harlem Room include built-in bars as part of private-event F&B setups — these are event-driven rather than walk-in cocktail spots.
- 12 Bar hours (posted): Sun–Thu 10:00 AM–12:00 AM; Fri 10:00 AM–1:00 AM; Sat 10:00 AM–2:00 AM
- Bourbon Room and Harlem Room have built-in bars for private events — inquire with events team for details
- Lucky Snake Sports Bar combines arcade access with a full menu and drink service
| Bar | Notes |
|---|---|
| 12 Bar | Cocktails beside Lucky Snake Arcade; extended weekend hours |
| Event bars (Bourbon Room / Harlem Room) | Available for private functions and receptions |
Catering and event food service
Showboat Hotel operates extensive event spaces (Bourbon Room, Carousel Room, Spirit Bar Venue and others) that provide built-in bars and full F&B services for weddings, conferences, and banquets. Event menus are arranged through the hotel's events and catering team.
If you're attending a meeting or booking a private reception, contact the events office or your BookResorts agent to see sample menus, bar options, and pricing; public dining hours and event catering are separate operations.
- Large ballrooms with staged bars: Bourbon Room (2,400 capacity), Carousel Room (1,800 standing), Harlem Room (500 theater)
- The Terminal and other large event spaces offer custom F&B for trade shows and private events
- Event bars and banquet service are coordinated through the hotel's events/catering team — check availability for your date
| Event space | Food & beverage note |
|---|---|
| Bourbon Room | Has built-in bar and can be configured with event banquet service |
| Carousel Room | First-floor event space with on-site catering options |
| The Terminal | Large-scale exhibit and event space with custom F&B services |
Tips for families, special diets and timing
Showboat Hotel is a family resort; restaurants and snack spots welcome children. Note that cooked-to-order breakfast is an extra charge (roughly $10–20 per person in some references) and is not included with room rates.
Many dining outlets have seasonal hours and some Boardwalk-facing options operate only on specific days. If you have allergies, dietary restrictions, or need kid-friendly menu items, ask servers or the concierge — many outlets can accommodate basic requests but specific offerings vary by kitchen.
- Confirm hours at check-in — B&B Burger Bar and some snack stands have limited weekly schedules
- Ask about early waterpark access (Rise 'N Shine) for planning breakfast or snack runs before the park opens
- For events or group dining, reserve in advance — ballrooms and private rooms handle catered meals separately from public restaurant hours
| Common question | Advice |
|---|---|
| Is breakfast included? | No — cooked-to-order breakfast is extra; check menu and pricing at each outlet |
| Are hours seasonal? | Yes — some Boardwalk and snack outlets change hours seasonally; confirm with concierge |
| Can I get kid-friendly meals? | Yes, most casual outlets offer child-friendly options; always confirm with staff for specifics |
