Best Lunch Restaurants in Rumson

42 restaurants available nearby

1. Brothers Daley

4.7

Exceptional(80)

Price: Expensive

• Irish • Sea Bright

Booked 15 times today

Located in the heart of Sea Bright, Brothers Daley promises a storied atmosphere that pays homage to traditional Irish culture here at the heart of the vibrant Jersey Shore community. Our high-quality kitchen offers a diverse and mouth-watering menu crafted by Executive Chef Justin Skribner and Chef de Cuisine Ryan Bush. Pair your meal with a selection from our full bar, featuring an array of beers, wines, and crafted cocktails that cater to all tastes.

2. Avenue

4.1

Excellent(3224)

Price: Expensive

• French • Long Branch

Booked 8 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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3. Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(6137)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Long Branch

Booked 55 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.

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4. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

4.7

Exceptional(4587)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Red Bank

Booked 111 times today

Since the opening of their acclaimed Restaurant Nicholas in 2000, Chef Nicholas Harary and his wife, Melissa, modernized the concept of fine dining. This mainstay of Red Bank garnered some of the industry’s highest praise, including 15 straight years as Zagat’s highest-rated restaurant in New Jersey, a 4-star review in the New York Times, and a position on several national “best restaurant” lists.Now, with Barrel & Roost, the couple strips off the white tablecloths and serves up a bold new menu: made-from-scratch food that’s crazy-delicious, yet entirely accessible any night of the week. Set in a newly redesigned modern farmhouse interior, Barrel & Roost is just the place to enjoy Chef Driven Comfort Food with family, old friends, or a grab a drink at the bar for date night!

5. Beach Tavern

4.3

Awesome(1502)

Price: Expensive

• American • Long Branch

Booked 4 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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6. Proving Ground Waterfront Dining

4.4

Awesome(1281)

Price: Moderate

• American • Highlands

Booked 25 times today

THE STORY BEHIND THE PROVING GROUND…WE TOOK A LITTLE HISTORY FROM THE AREA WHEN NAMING AND DESIGNING THE RESTAURANT AFTER THE SANDY HOOK PROVING GROUNDS. ESTABLISHED IN 1874, IT BECAME THE FIRST US ARMY PROVING GROUND TO TEST ARTILLERY AND OTHER MATERIALS. AND THAT’S WHAT WE ARE ALL ABOUT – TESTING NEW MENU ITEMS AND SPECIALIZING IN THE NEWEST CRAFT BEER AND COCKTAILS. WE LIKE TO MIX IT UP WITH OUR EVENTS, MUSIC, AND EXPERIENCE TO ALWAYS KEEP THINGS FRESH AND FUN.

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7. Pearl at The Oyster Point Hotel

4.5

Awesome(540)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Red Bank

Booked 5 times today

Dining at the intimate Pearl restaurant at The Oyster Point is upscale and serene – a perfect spot to relax and enjoy knock-out contemporary American cuisine with local seasonal ingredients.Dine on the deck and enjoy a gentle breeze, with sailboats skimming across the water and a view of picturesque Red Bank.Pearl is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and lite bites, so it’s a perfect choice for your business and social occasions.

8. Elli’s Backyard

4.6

Exceptional(409)

Price: Moderate

• American • Red Bank

Booked 14 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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9. Victory Park Tavern

4.8

Exceptional(1035)

Price: Expensive

• American • Rumson

Booked 26 times today

Renovation in progress! Restaurant will be closed until October 22nd. We will reopen Wednesday, October 23rd and look forward to seeing you then!Victory Park Tavern is proud to serve Seasonal American Cuisine. We are located in Rumson, NJ, on the corner of River and Lafayette. For our current menu, log on to our website at victoryparktavern.com and click 'Menu + Online Ordering'.All reservations are for indoor tables only. Outside tables and bar seats are first-come, first-serve and are not reservable.

10. Buona Sera

4.7

Exceptional(1695)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Red Bank

Booked 33 times today

(Online reservations for 5 or more, please call us)** 2 hour min required for Pre Count Basie show reservations. The classy and elegant Buona Sera is located in Red Bank area of New Jersey. The dining room is gorgeous with carefully planned details and decorations that add a sense of refinement to the restaurant. You can also host an event or party in the Wine Cellar or Tuscan Room. Catering services can be ordered for in-house reservations as well as for outside events. Buona Sera is a full service bar and restaurant, and our menu is quite extensive, giving you a lot of lunch and dinner options to choose from. Start off with one of the large and flavorful appetizers, then continue to the main course. Entrées at Buona Sera include pasta, veal, choice steaks, chicken, pork chops, various types of ravioli and seafood. Veal chops from this restaurant are some of the most popular dishes on the menu and are worth trying.

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jane
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Met a colleague for lunch .. had a pleasant and delicious meal. Our server was efficient & friendly; our salads were fresh & plentiful I would highly recommend this place 😀 Jane P
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Nicholas Barrel & RoostPrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Red Bank
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loreenvip
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Another wonderful dinner! Great service!!!! Amazing atmosphere. We are never disappointed.
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Brothers DaleyPrice: Expensive• Irish• Sea Bright
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4.7
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Lucille
New York City •22 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Nov 2024
My nephew, who’s been a chef on private yachts for decades, was visiting and wanted to dine at an oceanfront restaurant to celebrate his dad (who passed awsy one year ago). We chose Rooney’s, never having eaten here before. We were not disappointed. The atrium, where we were seated, had a wonderful view of the ocean and the room was very comfortably heated, in addition to feeling spacious and elegant. We started with the baked artichoke appetizer…with a little more of the tasty bread, it could have been a meal! My vegan husband had the Spicy Rigatoni (unfortunately the only vegan option) which he said was great. I had the pan fried bronzini with sweet chili sauce. And even though I rarely like fish, I thoroughly enjoyed it. The sides of mashed Gouda cauliflower and crispy Brussels sprouts were amazing. My nephew- chef loved the lobster roll…except for the fact the roll wasn’t toasted and buttered, which he felt was a real mistake. Overall, our experience was top notch. We will be back!
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Rooney's Oceanfront RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Long Branch
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4.8
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Danielle
New York City •47 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Nov 2024
Always excellent! Happy Hour provides great wine by the glass at low prices and delicious appetizers. Highly recommend the steak tartare and for dinner, the risotto. Dessert should not be missed!
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AvenuePrice: Expensive• French• Long Branch
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4.1
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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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42 restaurants available nearby

1. Brothers Daley

2. Avenue

3. Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant

4. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

5. Beach Tavern

6. Proving Ground Waterfront Dining

7. Pearl at The Oyster Point Hotel

8. Elli’s Backyard

9. Victory Park Tavern

10. Buona Sera

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