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A photo of Stella Marina Bar & Restaurant restaurant
1. Stella Marina Bar & Restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1733)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Asbury Park
Booked 13 times today
Unique oceanfront dining is exactly what you will get at Stella Marina Bar and Restaurant. Found right on the Boardwalk in Asbury Park, New Jersey, it is the perfect spot for a lunch break or dinner after a day at the beach. Breathe in the sweet ocean air while dining on the boardwalk seating or enjoy a relaxed dinner in one of their two dining rooms at Stella Marina Bar and Restaurant.The knowledgeable and friendly staff at Stella Marina Bar and Restaurant will be happy to help you with anything you may need. The menu is sure to have something for everyone from full entrées to sandwiches and salads perfect for lunch. One popular choice is the pizza figi: a pizza served with goat cheese, caramelized onions, dried figs and rosemary. Choose from the extensive wine and beer list or a cocktail to enjoy with your meal.
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2. Whispers
4.6
Exceptional(2141)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Spring Lake
Booked 5 times today
Whispers is the perfect place for a romantic evening. The Victorian ambiance, with its crystal chandeliers and elegant fine dining, sets the tone for a special night out. As one reviewer put it, 'The ambiance is very nice. Tables a little too close together. The dining room was full. Noise just a little too much. There was a smaller dining room with almost no one in it which have been used for the over flow crowd.' It's a quiet and comfortable spot for conversation and intimate moments.
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3. Brandl
4.7
Exceptional(2016)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Belmar
Booked 12 times today
Innovative American cuisine offering Live Jazz on Friday nights and specials events throughout the year. In addition to seasonal favorites and specials, the menu features specialities such as our Lazy Lobster poached in vanilla bean butter, served over asparagus risotto. Brandl—THE Dining Destination for the Jersey Shore!
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4. Piccola Italia
4.7
Exceptional(683)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Asbury Park
Booked 10 times today
Piccola Italia is the perfect spot for a romantic evening. With its elegant ambiance, beautifully prepared Italian dishes and extensive wine list, it sets the stage for a delightful evening. As one reviewer said, 'the ambiance was good', and another mentioned the 'nice atmosphere'. Plus, the consistent high ratings for ambience in the reviews affirm its romantic charm.
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5. Scarborough Fair
4.6
Exceptional(2369)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Manasquan
Booked 43 times today
This restaurant was a farmhouse from 1879 to 1969.Now, it is winning OpenTable’s “Diner’s Choice Award” for Romantic. Now, if you Google “romantic restaurants” and you are close to Sea Girt, NJ, Scarborough Fair Restaurant will be the first result!Scarborough Fair has the most unique, romantic ambiance in Central New Jersey. It is like no place you have ever been to.Have a spontaneous romantic dinner there. If you like quiet, and want to guarantee a romantic table, go on a week night. You will love the romantic atmosphere. Enjoy our delicious eclectic cuisine in this neighborhood gem.
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6. Shipwreck Grill - Brielle
4.8
Exceptional(2260)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Point Pleasant Beach
Booked 37 times today
Shipwreck GrillNestled near the docks on the Manasquan River, in beautiful Brielle, N.J., the casual but elegant Shipwreck Grill awaits you.Our Staff is eager to create a memorable evening for you using the best cuts of meat, the freshest seafood and finest ingredients assembled by trained and dedicated chefs and served by our friendly and professional servers. Our bar utilizes the freshest ingredients for our cocktails. With over 150 bottles of wines on our wine list we have something for everyone. We seek out hard-to-find boutique wineries for bottles that you can't find anywhere else.
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7. Avenue
new
4.3
Awesome(3233)
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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8. Sirena Ristorante
4.6
Exceptional(2184)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Long Branch
Booked 11 times today
An upscale Italian restaurant with a beautiful ocean view in Pier Village.
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9. Harpoon Willy's
4.3
Awesome(1443)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Manasquan
Booked 32 times today
Harpoon Willy’s is widely recognized as a port of unforgettable hospitality on the Manasquan River, set inside an establishment that’s seen more than two centuries of history.Whether your journey brings you to Harpoon Willy’s for a delicious burger or seafood with friends, a cozy fireside chat, or a drink at the bar after a day of adventure, you’re invited to relax, unwind, and embrace the spirit of rustic, riverside charm.
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10. Blu Grotto at Monmouth Park
4.4
Awesome(1130)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Long Branch
Booked 16 times today
Blu Grotto Ristorante consists of a beautiful conservatory dining room, large outdoor decks and an open air Beer Garden open Thursday-SundayChef James Corona’s Menu consists of Modern adaptations of Regional Italian Classics, hand made and imported dry pastas, fresh seafood and prime steak. Chef Corona believes that the Italian method of serving only the freshest and locally grown, makes for the best possible ingredients.Our beverage program consists of artisanal cocktails, extensive beer and by the glass wine offerings and a deep wine list by the bottle that has perennial favorites as well as esoteric wines from around the world.Please be Aware, Reservations made outside on our Deck are weather dependent
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  • Jo Ann
    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The restaurant was decorated beautifully for the holidays. The waitress was attentive and helpful. Nice selection on the menu but pretty pricey. Food was very good and nice size portions. We were able to sit and enjoy our friends without feeling rushed.
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    Scarborough FairPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Manasquan
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    4.6
  • Barb
    New York City •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Delicious food! Excellent service! Will be going back!
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    WhispersPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Spring Lake
    •
    4.6
  • eileenVIP
    Philadelphia County •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    we had a fabulous Christmas Eve at Stella Marina. From Jaime at the hostess desk to Amy who placed us at the table , to Val or waiter. Food was also great each one of us had different meals. the filet mignon was a winner! will hopefully make this an annual tradition. eileen ruane
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    Stella Marina Bar & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Asbury Park
    •
    4.4
  • DonnaVIP
    New York City •87 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Though it was a busy Christmas Eve, our server, Haley, provided wonderful as did Paul and Arturo. My husband I shared the Beet & Arugula salad and Shrimp Cocktail. The sauce served with the shrimp was fabulous, spicy with a nice kick of horseradish. The salad was lightly dressed with a champagne vinaigrette along with goat cheese…yum. For entrees we ordered roasted pork tenderloin with mustard sauce and shaved Brussels sprouts along with the Braised Sort Rib over garlic mashed potatoes. For dessert we finished with Banana Tart. Food is consistently delicious and inventive.
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    BrandlPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Belmar
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    4.7
  • Susan
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    First time there but it won’t be our last. Beautifully decorated, cozy atmosphere, fantastic service, and the food was absolutely delicious!
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    Piccola ItaliaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Asbury Park
    •
    4.7

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