New Taco Spot Inky's Cantina + Taqueria to Open in Marmora, NJ

The latest concept from the Blue Dog Hospitality Group is set to bring authentic Mexican fare to the Jersey Shore this summer.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Residents of Cape May County and visitors to the Jersey Shore will soon have a new Mexican restaurant option when Inky's Cantina + Taqueria opens in Marmora, NJ. The new spot, located in a former seafood market, is the latest concept from the team behind the popular Deauville Inn and Yesterday's Creekside Tavern. Inky's Cantina + Taqueria will offer a menu focused on tacos and tequila, aiming to bring an authentic Mexican flair to the area.

Why it matters

The opening of Inky's Cantina + Taqueria represents a shift in the local dining landscape, as the Jersey Shore continues to evolve beyond its traditional seafood-focused offerings. This new Mexican restaurant will provide residents and visitors with a fresh dining option, catering to the growing demand for diverse cuisine in the area.

The details

Inky's Cantina + Taqueria will be located at 321 Roosevelt Blvd in Marmora, across the street from Yesterday's Creekside Tavern. The new restaurant is the latest concept from the Blue Dog Hospitality Group, the team behind the popular Deauville Inn in Strathmere and Yesterday's Creekside Tavern. The menu at Inky's will focus on authentic Mexican fare, with a heavy emphasis on tacos and tequila-based cocktails.

  • Inky's Cantina + Taqueria is set to open sometime in May 2026.
  • The Blue Dog Hospitality Group is hosting a job fair on Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 10 am to 1 pm at Yesterday's Creekside Tavern to hire staff for Inky's Cantina + Taqueria, as well as their other locations.

The players

Blue Dog Hospitality Group

The team behind the Deauville Inn in Strathmere and Yesterday's Creekside Tavern, who are opening the new Inky's Cantina + Taqueria concept in Marmora.

Inky's Cantina + Taqueria

The new Mexican restaurant opening in Marmora, NJ, focused on tacos and tequila-based cocktails.

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What’s next

The Blue Dog Hospitality Group is hosting a job fair on Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 10 am to 1 pm at Yesterday's Creekside Tavern to hire staff for Inky's Cantina + Taqueria, as well as their other locations.

The takeaway

The opening of Inky's Cantina + Taqueria in Marmora, NJ represents an exciting new addition to the Jersey Shore's dining scene, as the area continues to diversify its culinary offerings beyond traditional seafood fare. This new Mexican restaurant concept from the experienced Blue Dog Hospitality Group is poised to bring an authentic taste of Mexico to the local community and visitors alike.