Culina Mundi is a new upscale-casual restaurant in Ventnor opening later this summer 2026.
Bringing together eclectic global cuisine and a lush indoor-outdoor design inspired by Polynesian elegance, Mediterranean charm, and the warm, welcoming feel of a coastal neighborhood gathering place.
Latin for “Cuisine of the World,” the Culina Mundi menu is a passport for the palate – drawing from Mediterranean, Asian, Latino, American, and European flavors – all served in a space designed for connection, discovery, and ease.
A Concept Rooted in Experience.
The vision for Culina Mundi is rooted in more than 25 years of hospitality experience, shaped by time spent with acclaimed concepts.
Buddakan and The Continental under Starr Restaurants.
Opening of Golden Nugget Atlantic City for Landry’s, Inc.,
Premier dining brands such as Kuro and Council Oak at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City.
Those experiences helped define an approach where bold design and globally inspired cuisine feel both elevated and inviting. Culina Mundi brings that same spirit to Ventnor, pairing the sophistication of destination dining with the relaxed rhythm and warmth of life by the shore.
The Space
Located at 5217 Ventnor Avenue in Ventnor City, guests will dine beneath copper string lights on a spacious patio or inside a dining room designed to transport them across the globe, featuring rustic stucco walls, rich walnut wood, marble tabletops, and artwork inspired by international travel.
Whether gathered at a communal table, seated in an intimate banquette, or enjoying the private dining room, guests are invited to experience Culina Mundi as a place of connection and shared experience.
Culina Mundi will be the go-to BYOB restaurant for the summer of 2026 and future seasons to come.
