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1. Poached Pear Bistro
4.9
Exceptional(3874)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Point Pleasant Beach
Booked 26 times today
Poached Pear Bistro is a beloved spot for special occasions. Its modern American cuisine and excellent service have earned it rave reviews, with many customers specifically mentioning it as a top choice for celebrations. As one reviewer said, 'It’s the BEST place locally for a special occasion! FOOD beyond FABULOUS!' Another echoed, 'Great place to celebrate.' With its outstanding food, top-notch decor, and attentive service, it's clear why this restaurant is the go-to for special occasions in Point Pleasant Beach.
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2. Shipwreck Grill - Brielle
4.8
Exceptional(2270)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Point Pleasant Beach
Booked 23 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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3. Blend on Main
4.8
Exceptional(2721)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Manasquan
Booked 15 times today
Blend on Main is a top choice for special occasions, as per the reviews. It's praised for its excellent food, great service, and beautiful ambiance. One review specifically mentioned it as their 'go-to' restaurant for special occasions. The menu is varied, with something for everyone's tastes. Plus, the restaurant is known for its attentive and friendly staff.
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4. Scarborough Fair
4.6
Exceptional(2384)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Manasquan
Booked 30 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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5. Half Moon Point
4.8
Exceptional(1590)
Price: Moderate
• American • Point Pleasant Beach
Booked 15 times today
Full service tavern offering seafood, steaks and burgers in a relaxed casual atmosphere.
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6. Harpoon Willy's
4.3
Awesome(1449)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Manasquan
Booked 28 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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7. Cordi's Italian Gourmet
4.7
Exceptional(924)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Brick
Booked 23 times today
Visit Cordi's Italian Gourmet today and enjoy a truly unique Italian menu served with perfection. We proudly serve only the natural French cut meats and in-house prime cuts and steaks. With 30 years of combined experience, we serve the finest Italian food in all of New Jersey.
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8. Whispers
4.7
Exceptional(2142)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Spring Lake
Booked 1 time today
Located inside the historic Hewitt-Wellington Hotel. Whispers has a Victorian feeling to it with crystal chandeliers, silver service, white linen table coverings and elegant fine dining. Whispers serves modern American food with an creative touch. BYOB served in Riedel Crystal glasses, no corkage fee. Bring your best wine and save. Serving dinner only seven nights a week starting at 5:30 P.M. Please call for large party reservations.
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9. Brando's
4.7
Exceptional(3744)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Asbury Park
Booked 29 times today
Brando's was founded on the premise of great food made from quality ingredients, excellent service, and a warm atmosphere which we believe are the three elements of any enjoyable dining experience.The chef/owner, Steven Botta, grew up in Brooklyn and learned many of recipes used at Brando's from his mother. Raised in this welcoming tradition, he believes when you enter Brando's, whether its your first time or your one hundredth time, you should always feel like they are dining with family.Soulful Italian is the best way to describe our menu. Our culinary team has been trained at the finest culinary schools, and has over fifty years of combined experience. From our fresh pasta, to our line-caught fish, to our thirty-five day dry-aged steaks, the difference is discernible
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10. AP Rooftop
4.7
Exceptional(320)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Asbury Park
Booked 32 times today
On top of the 5th Avenue pavilion in Asbury Park.A sophisticated look with a comfortable vibe including two fireplaces & a lounge area.
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  • NancyVIP
    New York City •56 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    One of our favorite go to fine dining places. Our server Danielle was friendly & helpful with the menu & the evening specials. Cocktails stellar, roasted acorn squash soup which was a special appetizer was delicious!! Oysters organato excellent. Lobster tail & halibut entrees fabulous.
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    Shipwreck Grill - BriellePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Point Pleasant Beach
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    4.8
  • WilliamVIP
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great as always the cauliflower Milanese was delicious
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    Blend on MainPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Manasquan
    •
    4.8
  • JamesVIP
    New York City •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Celebrating our anniversary and glad we chose Poached Pear. We ordered the octopus appetizer to share and it came with grilled shrimp. I was delicious. My wife ordered the halibut and I had the Ahi tuna with soba noodles. The portions were generous and the food was cooked to perfection. We both enjoyed our meals and actually left with some to take home. It is BYOB, so we enjoyed the wine we bought with our meals. We were full from our dinners, so just ordered cappuccino and a coffee. The waitress brought over a complimentary vanilla gelato with a candle for our anniversary. O Ive a nice experience.
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    Poached Pear BistroPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Point Pleasant Beach
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    4.9
  • PatrickVIP
    New Jersey •66 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Fantastic, as always! That Shrimp and Calamari Fra Diavolo special, which will hopefully become a permanent addition to the menu, was out of this world!  the use of the long hots to amplify the spice was a fantastic and delicious idea! Bravo!  the use of the long hots to amplify the spice was a fantastic and delicious idea! Ma Che Buono!
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    Half Moon PointPrice: Moderate• American• Point Pleasant Beach
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    4.8
  • Linda
    New York City •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 1 Jan 2025
    Restaurant was beautifully decorated for the holidays. Our server was friendly and helpful. Food was delicious and the chef offered us several alternatives for our main entree. From start to finish, a great experience!
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    Scarborough FairPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Manasquan
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    4.6

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