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A photo of Proving Ground Waterfront Dining restaurant
1. Proving Ground Waterfront Dining
4.4
Awesome(1282)
Price: Moderate
• American • Highlands
Booked 7 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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2. Bistro Iberia
4.3
Awesome(80)
Price: Expensive
• Spanish • Highlands
🌟 Embark on a Culinary Journey to Iberia! 🌟Attention all food enthusiasts and flavor adventurers! Join us for an epicurean escapade that will transport your taste buds to the captivating lands of Iberia. Bistro Iberia's one-of-a-kind dining experience will celebrate the diverse and enchanting cuisines of Andalucia, Barcelona, French-inspired Pyrenees, and Portugal. Our Iberian-inspired restaurant is your passport to a world of culinary delights, where centuries of history, culture, and innovation converge on your plate.
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3. Brothers Daley
4.7
Exceptional(81)
Price: Expensive
• Irish • Sea Bright
Booked 10 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.
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4. Victory Park Tavern
4.8
Exceptional(1039)
Price: Expensive
• American • Rumson
Booked 9 times today
Victory Park Tavern is a crowd-pleaser with reviews raving about its 'great food', 'excellent service', and 'lively atmosphere'. With its 'broad menu' and 'inventive specials', it's a place that caters to everyone's taste. It's not just about the food; the ambience is 'warm and cozy' and the 'service is friendly and never rushed'. Plus, the 'rustic setting' adds to the charm!
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5. The Rum Runner
4.5
Awesome(2631)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Sea Bright
Booked 7 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!
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6. DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke
4.7
Exceptional(2241)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Sea Bright
Booked 8 times today
We are open to the public all year round! Please visit our website https://drifthousedb.com/ to join our VIP rewards program. At DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke you will find our menu features American plates as a reflection of chef David Burke’s contemporary approach to cooking, with a nod to elevated local area classics. We encourage any party size up to 10 guests to book through OpenTable as we have recently updated our platform to accept larger parties up to 10 guests. For larger parties, we recommend reserving an earlier or later time slot to cultivate an optimal dining experience. Any parties larger than 10, please call us or leave us a message. Be sure to join our VIP Loyalty Program. We reward our guests with 1 points for every $1 spent! Thank You
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7. Beach Tavern
4.3
Awesome(1503)
Price: Expensive
• American • Long Branch
Booked 9 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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8. The Atlantic House
4.8
Exceptional(562)
Price: Expensive
• American • Atlantic Highlands
Booked 12 times today
European influence on handcrafted cocktails and small plates that will provide excellent food and drinks at a reasonable price.
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9. Woody's Ocean Grille
4.6
Exceptional(25)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Sea Bright
Booked 5 times today
In its laid back atmosphere, Woody’s Ocean Grille crafts scrumptuous seafood and delicious land fare just a few steps away from the Atlantic. Guests can begin their dining experience with small plate options. Woody’s Ocean Grille has a sizeable bar that serves various drinks, including its signature Orange Crush cocktail.
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10. Semolina Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3148)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Red Bank
Booked 16 times today
Semolina Restaurant is a farm to table, BYO dining establishment serving simple, casual cuisine. Semolina's menu highlights the seasonality of fresh, local ingredients with a focus on fresh, made in-house pastas.
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  • Dorcyvip
    New Jersey •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Tonight is the first time I have had a hamburger here and as to be expected Peter’s recipe for the French Onion Burger is the very best I have ever had! Thanks Peter! And I was lucky enough to have my favorite cocktail … even though it was no longer on the menu! Thank you one and all for a wonderful dinner … and Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍁
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    Victory Park TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Rumson
    •
    4.8
  • Terryvip
    New York City •87 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Our party of six really enjoyed our evening at Rum Runner. Our server was terrific (I'm sorry I didn't get her name) - professional, friendly. The cocktails and wine were excellent. Everyone enjoyed the appetizers (ahi tuna nachos & jerk chicken lettuce cups), and the entrees were very good. My only critique was that my Betty salad with sesame ahi tuna was drenched in dressing. Other than that, a terrific evening at a beautiful venue.
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    The Rum RunnerPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sea Bright
    •
    4.5
  • Kirill
    New York City •10 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The food was good, service attentive, the place had energetic ambiance of a sports bar.
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    Proving Ground Waterfront DiningPrice: Moderate• American• Highlands
    •
    4.4
  • loreenvip
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 16 Nov 2024
    Another wonderful dinner! Great service!!!! Amazing atmosphere. We are never disappointed.
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    Brothers DaleyPrice: Expensive• Irish• Sea Bright
    •
    4.7
  • Nancy
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 10 Oct 2024
    Food was delicious, service was Excellent! The Chef even came out to check on us. We went early, 5:30pm so it was a bit quiet but the restaurant is very charming and cozy. Would love to go back on a Saturday night when there is Flamenco and finish my night with an espresso from the beautiful machine they have. I wish them the best!
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    Bistro IberiaPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Highlands
    •
    4.3

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