Kosher and Jewish Life in Ocean

TJT’s guide for kosher and Jewish travelers in Ocean. Information about kosher restaurants, cafes, shops, bakeries or delis, kosher near me location based (GPS) search, & Jewish points of interest, such as shuls, mikvahs, kosher and observant friendly hotels and Jewish community centers in Ocean, New Jersey

^*Jewish Observant Friendly (?)

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About Ocean

Ocean City is a city in Cape May County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the city's population was 11,701. Known as a family-oriented seaside resort, Ocean City has prohibited the sale of alcoholic beverages within its limits since its founding in 1879. Before Ocean City was established, local Native Americans set up camps on the island for fishing in the summer months. During the summer months, frequent episodes of high humidity occur. Occasionally, heat index values exceed 95 °F (35 °C).

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Jewish History, POI & Kosher Establishments in Ocean

In the early 1970s the Jewish population in this area was about 10,000, the Jewish population had recently had an influx of Syrian Jews, originally from Aleppo and Damascus this community is strictly observant and many of the community were involved in the banking industry, successful they wanted to get out of the City and move somewhere more conducive to bringing up young families. In recent years more young orthodox families have moved into the area.

Please note:

Shabbat times on this page are based on the common Candle lighting formulas - in most locations it is 18 minutes before sunset.
Some communities, mostly during Summer, will accept Shabbat earlier than the common times.
It is best to contact the local Rabbi for advise.
If you have any comments or questions regarding Shabbat Times on this page, please contact us

What Is *JOFY?

JOFY, or "Jewish Observant Friendly" Establishments are lodging establishments offering special services for Jewish Observant guests such as Shabbat meals, accommodation on lower floors and regular keys for the rooms. It can also be a NON KOSHER establishment located in walking distance from the local Shul, community or kosher restaurants area.

Please note - *JOFY does NOT mean that KOSHER food is served on the premises!