Best Brunch Restaurants in Highlands

17 restaurants available nearby

1. The Rum Runner

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sea Bright

Booked 15 times today

Welcome to the newly rebuilt, redesigned, and re-imagined Rum Runner! Although a lot has changed over the years, we still look to provide you and your family with same great experience you have come to remember and love. As always, we are featuring exquisite cuisine, paired wine, and creative drinks. We look forward to seeing you soon!

2. Beach Tavern

4.3

Awesome(1504)

Price: Expensive

• American • Long Branch

Booked 18 times today

Waterfront restaurant serving steaks, seafood, raw bar, pizza & pasta. Located on the Shrewsbury River in the Channel Club Marina. For parties of 5 of more please call to check availability at (732)-870-8999. Sunday brunch will be coming soon!Happy hour is available Monday- Thursday 12pm-6pm bar and high top tables. Saturday 12pm-4pm and All day Sunday! Please note outdoor seating is limited and on weekends we do not take outdoor reservations, it is walk-in only. Outdoor dining cannot accommodate party sizes larger than 8. Reservations are for indoor dining ONLY.

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3. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

4.7

Exceptional(4599)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Red Bank

Booked 133 times today

Nicholas Barrel & Roost is a popular spot for brunch, as quoted from multiple reviews. Patrons appreciate the Sunday brunch selection, the delicious food options, and the relaxed, chic atmosphere. The restaurant is also commended for its attentive service, making it an excellent choice for brunch.

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4. Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(6146)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Long Branch

Booked 53 times today

Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant is a unique dining experience since Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant, a unique dining experience since 1995, has a picturesque location on the famous New Jersey Shore in historical Long Branch. A huge bi-level outdoor deck brings diners even closer to the breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean. The decor is truly designed to give patrons a sense of closeness to the sea.Rooney’s provides innovative, diverse dishes with the concept of fresh seafood at the heart of its cuisine. The menus at Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant continually change to offer a different dining experience at each and every visit to this exciting oceanfront restaurant. The stylish architecture, relaxed setting and creative menus make this year-round oceanfront restaurant a favorite on the Jersey ShoreIt's a big ocean...someone has to embrace it.

5. Avenue

new

4.2

Awesome(3227)

Price: Expensive

• French • Long Branch

Booked 7 times today

Discovering the experience of dining in a place such as Cannes or Nice was never easier than now with the opening of the French Bistro and Raw Bar, Avenue. The only difference between dining at Avenue and dining along the Côte d'Azur, is that your gaze lands on waves on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean. Avenue is located along our side of the pond, on our own eastern shores in Long Branch, New Jersey. This gleaming new restaurant is designed by the internationally renowned architect David Collins, and the collaboration is nothing short of amazing.

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6. McLoone's Pier House

4.4

Awesome(2073)

Price: Expensive

• American • Long Branch

Booked 15 times today

McLoone's Pier House is an oceanfront restaurant serving classic, American cuisine. The offerings range from fresh seafood to hand-cut steaks, as well as pastas, sushi, salads & homemade desserts. The restaurant stands on the beach, just feet from the waves below & is wrapped completely in glass. Pier House boasts two bars with live entertainment. The Atlantic Room also plays host to a fabulous Sunday Brunch & is available 7 days a week for private events. Outdoor Dining is available from April through October, weather permitting.**Please note that reservations are for indoor dining ONLY. Outdoor dining is available on a first come, first serve basis.**If paying with a credit/debit card, there will be a 2.5% convenience fee applied. Thank you.

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7. The Dining Room - Molly Pitcher Inn

4.7

Exceptional(1239)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Red Bank

Booked 19 times today

The Molly Pitcher Inn prides itself not only in its fine dining menu but also its service and atmosphere. It is an ideal setting for that special occasion or just an elegant dining experience. Under the crystal chandeliers of our Dining Room, we serve some the most tantalizing cuisine in all of New Jersey. Our panoramic windows provide a truly breathtaking vista. No matter what season or time of day, the quiet stillness of the Navesink River envelops all who dine here.

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8. Triumph Restaurant & Brewery

4.5

Awesome(508)

Price: Moderate

• American • Red Bank

Booked 19 times today

Triumph Brewing Co. is a go-to spot for brunch. As one guest mentioned, they had an 'Easter brunch' and loved everything about it. With its 'creative menu' and 'excellent food and service', it's a place you'll want to visit often. Plus, who can resist a spot with live music and dogs welcome on the patio?

9. Elli’s Backyard

4.6

Exceptional(413)

Price: Moderate

• American • Red Bank

Booked 16 times today

Step into the inviting ambiance of Elli’s Backyard, located at 45 Broad St, Red Bank, NJ, 07701. A cherished family-owned establishment, we've proudly been serving since our inception in 2021. Our diverse, inclusive menu features classic Italian and American dishes, as well as our signature favorites, such as the renowned pineapple bowl, dome-smoked burger, and our house ribs served in a wheelbarrow. With dishes available for those with dietary restrictions also available (Gluten-free, Vegan)Immerse yourself in the tranquil, backyard-like setting of Elli's Backyard, making it the perfect destination for creating memories with friends and family, no matter the occasion. We welcome you from 8 am to 4 pm for breakfast and lunch, and from 5 pm to 10 pm for dinner. For special gatherings, our private dining room is available, making Elli's Backyard an ideal choice for parties, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, and more. Your presence is invaluable to us, and we eagerly anticipate your visit!

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10. Pearl at The Oyster Point Hotel

4.5

Awesome(542)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Red Bank

Booked 6 times today

Pearl at The Oyster Point Hotel is a go-to spot for brunch. The reviews rave about the Easter Sunday brunch buffet, with one customer mentioning a 'wonderful brunch buffet' and another highlighting the 'great selection of items'. The restaurant also serves brunch through breakfast and dinner, making it a versatile choice for your meal needs.

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Michaelvip
New York City •54 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Rooneys is always a great dining experience with excellent service. Tonight, the restaurant was decorated for the Christmas season and looked beautiful.
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Rooney's Oceanfront RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Long Branch
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4.8
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Suzannevip
London •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent food, service and choice of wines! Table by the window… a little bit of Paris in NJ.
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AvenuePrice: Expensive• French• Long Branch
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4.2
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Daniel
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This was my first time at the rum runner, even though I’ve lived here in Monmouth County for 35 years. I’m not sure what I was walking into however, I must say the place looked wonderful. We were seated fairly quickly given that it was Thanksgiving day. The weight staff was personable and attentive. I enjoyed the food although I wish they would’ve had prime rib as one of my choices Instead of ham. I also wish they would’ve had dark meat instead of all white turkey meat, but that’s a personal preference. I would go back in a heartbeat.
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The Rum RunnerPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sea Bright
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4.5
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Ceilie
New Jersey •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
My 2 girlfriends and I had a wonderful meal and experience here!! Loved the food and the holiday decorations!! And our waitress Wendy was incredible, and got us whatever we needed or wanted asap! She was very attentive, friendly and just a lovely person! We will absolutely be back again!
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Nicholas Barrel & RoostPrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Red Bank
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4.7
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Angela
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 Nov 2024
Our waitress, Kristin, was wonderful. Great service.
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Beach TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Long Branch
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4.3

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17 restaurants available nearby

1. The Rum Runner

2. Beach Tavern

3. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

4. Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant

5. Avenue

6. McLoone's Pier House

7. The Dining Room - Molly Pitcher Inn

8. Triumph Restaurant & Brewery

9. Elli’s Backyard

10. Pearl at The Oyster Point Hotel

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