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Rue 561 Bistro, Toms River, NJ

Rue 561 Bistro

4.6
4.6
452 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
B.Y.O.B. Bistro, we are not your typical restaurant dining experience. Our mission is to bring the best tasting highest sustainable foods from all over the world to the shore. A local bistro with an innovative touch of the future with modernized trendy dishes that will satisfy. We only use the Highest of quality hand cut meats and wild caught seafoods that are crafted to perfection located off the jersey shore coast.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, International, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (732) 503-4308
  • Website
    https://www.rue561bistro.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Imer Jose Garcia

Menu

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What 452 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Ocean

    Best Service

  • Ocean

    Best Ambience

  • Ocean

    Innovative

  • Ocean

    Romantic

  • Ocean

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rue 561 Bistro is a culinary treasure in Toms River, praised for "phenomenal food" and "culinary excellence." While some experiences vary, many rave about the delicious pork chops, NY strip, and truffle ricotta appetizer. The friendly atmosphere and attentive service make it a standout choice for any dining occasion.

452 Reviews

  1. LUIS

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Third time at this restaurant and it didn't disappoint. The food and service are always impecable with fresh ingredients and great flavors. The owner greets us at the table and engaged in a pleasant conversation. Very reasonable priced for the quality, added by the fact that it is BYOB. Highly recommended.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful atmosphere, high end service, high end delicious food. Worth every penny, we will be back! Top quality Chefs! A must go to restaurant. Thank you all!

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  3. Barbara

    New York City

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and the food is superb. Limited in scope of menu. Quiet place for a nice dinner with friends or significant other.

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  4. peter

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Decor, service & food were outstanding. A high-end gem down the Jersey shore. This was our first experience but certainly not our last.

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  5. May

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and food was amazing the owner frank was awesome can’t wait go back

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  6. Donna

    New Jersey

    79 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    IT WAS RESTAURANT WEEK - OUR SECOND TIME THERE SO WE BROUGHT OUR FRIENDS THERE AS WELL TO ENJOY . OUR SERVER CHRIS WAS WONDERFUL AS USUAL. WE STARTED WITH CAESAR SALADS, THEN CHICKEN PREPARED WITH ARTICHOKES , POTATOES IN A WONDERFUL SAUCE - ENDING WITH A DESERT LIKE A BRULEE STYLE BUT SMOOTHER AND LIGHTER - ALONG WITH OUR FAVORITE WINE . OUR FRIENDS CHOSE FROM TH E REGULAR MENUE BUT WERE JUST AS HAPPY - A WONDERFUL EVENING . THE MANAGER/OWNER IS ALSO VERY FRIENDLY AND WELCOMING

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  7. Donna

    New York City

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was excellent A hidden Gem A friend told us about it Very quaint too

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  8. Tina

    New York City

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was terrific. Food was excellent! We will definitely be back!

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  9. melissa

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rue 561, is a hidden gem, it’s always an amazing experience. The food is always exceptional. I can’t recommend this place enough!

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  10. James

    Atlantic City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food - small menu but everything was delicious

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Rue 561 Bistro is rated 4.6 stars by 452 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for Rue 561 Bistro

561 Fischer Blvd, Toms River, NJ 08753-6275

Additional information

  • Area
    Toms River
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, International, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Imer Jose Garcia
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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