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1. Victory Park Tavern
4.9
Exceptional(1066)
Price: Expensive
• American • Rumson
Booked 20 times today
Victory Park Tavern is a gem of a restaurant nestled in Rumson. With its cozy ambiance and exceptional food, it's a favorite among locals. The tavern's unique specials and broad menu cater to everyone's taste. The service is consistently praised as friendly, helpful, and never rushed. As one reviewer said, 'Never, ever disappoints!' Another reviewer stated that it's 'The best burger we ever had.'
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2. Nicholas Barrel & Roost
4.7
Exceptional(4739)
Price: Expensive
• Comfort Food • Red Bank
Booked 86 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!
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3. DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke
4.6
Exceptional(2274)
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 Coastal Mediterranean plates as a reflection of chef David Burke’s 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! Come experience The Fireplace Lounge with its unique menu, signature cocktails and comfortable seating by our cozy fireplace.The Fireplace Lounge Hours - Tu-Thurs 4-1030pm Fri/Sat - 4-11pm Sun 4-930pm
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4. The Rum Runner
4.7
Exceptional(2676)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Sea Bright
Booked 10 times today
Welcome to the 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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5. Char Steakhouse - Red Bank
4.7
Exceptional(3037)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Red Bank
Booked 18 times today
Finally, a New York style atmosphere and experience crosses the Hudson to Central Jersey. Char Steakhouse's innovative cuisine features only the finest cuts of Dry Aged and Prime Beef with fish delivered fresh daily. Guests will dine by landscaped views revealed by towering windows. Mahogany wood walls and ceiling treatments create an authentic steakhouse environment rivaled by none in the New Jersey dining scene. Unique features include four modern fireplaces that are the first of their kind, a curved wall of water that rains serenity in the aptly named Rain Room. Guests can enjoy 7 cuts of the finest quality dry aged beef or snack on oysters and colossal blue crab from our premier raw bar. Seating in the lounge is offered on a first come first serve basis or party goers can reserve arched custom booths for up to twelve. Our highly trained and experienced staff exhibit warmth and hospitality in welcoming Char's guests home. All of this at a prices you never thought possible.
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6. Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(6265)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Long Branch
Booked 23 times today
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant is a neighborhood gem due to its unique location, stunning views, and high-quality seafood dishes. Customers rave about the 'delicious food', 'wonderful customer service', and 'beautiful ambiance'. The restaurant's innovative menu and relaxed setting make it a favorite on the Jersey Shore, with many customers returning for another great experience.
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7. Bahrs Landing
4.7
Exceptional(2720)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Highlands
Booked 7 times today
We are open for Outdoor and Indoor dining and takeout only from 11:30 AM-9:00 P.M. 7 days. Since 1917 the Bahrs family has been serving fresh seafood, big lobsters and choice steaks. Located at the entrance to Sandy Hook National Seashore, Bahrs Landing features outdoor “Dockside Dining”. One of the Jersey Shore’s true landmark establishments, it is truly the quintessential Jersey seafood dining experience! SUMMER NOTE: We do NOT take reservations for outdoor seating. We have expanded our outdoor waterfront dining options. For a table see our host stand outside by the Tiki Bar. To order take out, go to our website. Also available for walk up orders at our host stand. Dock and Dine on board your boat in our marina is an option as well. Mask are optional.
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8. Buona Sera
4.7
Exceptional(1734)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Red Bank
Booked 22 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.
A photo of The Robinson Ale House - Red Bank restaurant
9. The Robinson Ale House - Red Bank
4.8
Exceptional(1517)
Price: Expensive
• American • Red Bank
Booked 30 times today
Please join us this Holiday season.The Robinson Ale House features the design of an ale house from the 1930s and 1940s but with a modern twist and menu, which features craft beers and inventive burgers.Thank you for making your reservation at The Robinson Ale House in Red Bank. Please note that Outdoor Reservations and Indoor (Standard) Reservations are not interchangeable. Please be aware of the specific dining area when booking your table.We look forward to seeing you!
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10. Pazzo Restaurant
4.4
Awesome(4660)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Red Bank
Booked 49 times today
Pazzo is an Italian restaurant in Red Bank serving a variety of traditional menu items, along with several unique family recipes and other creative fare. Our Italian cuisine is made with the freshest ingredients from local farms and importers direct from Italy. Wines, craft beers and exclusive cocktails are paired with our dishes to enhance your dining experience. We also offer Gluten Free pizzas and pastas!

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  • Catherine
    New York City •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Our server Lucia (Lu) was terrific...very attentive and so pleasant!
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    Victory Park TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Rumson
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    4.9
  • Kate
    Greater Boston •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Wonderful meal. Just outstanding!! My husband had the swordfish and I had the butternut squash ravioli. Absolutely delicious. Great dining experience from start to finish. Beautiful views!! We’ll be back!! Our waitress, Lara, was terrific!!
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    The Rum RunnerPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sea Bright
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    4.7
  • Tom
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The Drifthouse gave us a most memorable Valentine experience. We were seated at a prime table with a view of the ocean and the pool. Although off season, we had the feel that wait staff through top management were there to make this the wonderful time it actually was for us. Mealwas excellent! The seafood platter was fresh and cooked to yield greatest taste. Having to choose between two wonderful pies, the General Manager Hafid Elboji, solved my predicament by giving me BOTH! Serve throughout the meal by Vincent was flawless, anticipating our every need, and resolving it in anticipation. This is a high spot of Jersey Shore dining. I expect to be returning often!
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    DRIFTHOUSE by David BurkePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sea Bright
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    4.6
  • Ginny
    New York City •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    First timer…definitely will be going back. Our server Laura was great, professional and attentive. Loved the decor. My husband and I both got the surf and turf (burger slider and lobster roll) The slider was cooked to perfection.
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    Nicholas Barrel & RoostPrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Red Bank
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    4.7
  • Jennifer
    New York City •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    All around everything was amazing. It was easy to book a reservation on open table . Did it an hour before we left to restaurant. Everybody was very polite and personable from the person seating us to our table to our waitress and all the Busing staff. The FOOD was delicious!! I thought the prices were going to be higher for the steaks, it was nyc prices. I did think the drinks were a bit $$ so 1 drink was enough unfortunately. Overall I would recommend.
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    Char Steakhouse - Red BankPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Red Bank
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    4.7

Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in Rumson

Discover a collection of neighborhood gems in Rumson, Monmouth, New Jersey, where the dining scene flourishes with unique and inviting restaurants. Each establishment in this charming locale prides itself on offering an intimate and cozy ambiance, perfect for those seeking a delightful culinary experience close to home. The restaurants cater to a variety of tastes, featuring menus that range from modern American steakhouses to eclectic tavern fare, ensuring every diner finds something to savor. Consistently excellent service, high-quality food, and a warm, friendly atmosphere are hallmarks of these hidden treasures. Patrons frequently praise the skilled chefs and the creative dishes that make each visit memorable. Whether you're looking for a perfect spot for a romantic dinner or a comfortable place for a casual meal with friends, Rumson's neighborhood gems offer an unmatched dining experience that keeps locals and visitors coming back for more.

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