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1. The Grand Tavern
4.9
Exceptional(1198)
Price: Expensive
• American • Neptune
Booked 42 times today
Beef, fat, butter and cream. Isn’t life Grand?#beeffatbutterandcream#isntlifegrand
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2. Iron Whale
4.7
Exceptional(1734)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Asbury Park
Booked 69 times today
Intimate dining experience that showcases Asbury Parks trendy neighborhood. Located on the boardwalk, we showcase those stunning oceanfront views in every area of our restaurant. We feature fresh seafood, fish, and a raw bar serving the highest quality ingredients, along with our specialty craft cocktails and our assorted wine list. This concept serves as the perfect dining destination for any occasion day or night. Iron Whale is open 7 days a week.
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3. Black Swan Public House
4.5
Awesome(582)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Asbury Park
Booked 28 times today
Welcome to The Black Swan. Inspired by the pubs I fell in love with on my various travels, this re-interpretation of the neighborhood Public House represents an eclectic and updated take on the traditional pub. The Black Swan explores, embraces and combines various cultural influences to appeal to different tastes, offering unique and innovative dishes like Indian-inspired curries and pastas alongside more classic dishes like Shepherd’s Pie and Fish and Chips. I purposefully divided the restaurant into four distinct areas in order to offer something for everyone and I encourage all our neighbors to stop in at any hour, day or night. So come raise a glass with me at The Black Swan Public House, where everyone is Welcome. - Chef James
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4. AP Rooftop
4.7
Exceptional(434)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Asbury Park
Booked 77 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. Please note, for parties of 10 or more, please give us a call to make your reservation. A credit card is required to hold large party bookings. We kindly ask for at least 24 hours' notice for any cancellations—otherwise, a $20 per person fee will apply.
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5. Palmetto
4.0
Excellent(32)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Southern • Asbury Park
Booked 39 times today
Palmetto is a vibrant South Carolina-inspired restaurant nestled on the lively Asbury Park boardwalk. The eatery brings the charm and coastal elegance of Charleston to the shore, offering a menu curated by celebrity chef James Avery, featured in Hell's Kitchen on Fox. From fresh seafood dishes to flavorful Lowcountry staples, the culinary offerings are a delightful tribute to Southern hospitality and coastal comfort. Perfect for casual dining or a night out, "Palmetto" serves up an unforgettable experience with a mix of Southern warmth, vibrant flavors, and a relaxed atmosphere that brings the best of the Carolinas to the Jersey Shore.
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6. La Dolce Vita of Belmar
4.4
Awesome(2052)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Belmar
Booked 18 times today
La Dolce Vita is family owned and operated by two generations. Both ZIO (uncle) Giuseppe Salpietro and Nipote (nephew) Nicola Fuccilli invite you to experience their passion for Italian cuisine and culture.The story of La Dolce Vita began five decades ago in a small town in the hills of Sicily. It is from here that co-owner Giuseppe Salpietro brings authentic cuisine, traditions and customs, which come from centuries of good living. La Dolce Vita believes in bringing this passion for Dolce Vita, translates to mean the sweet life, into every dish that leaves our kitchen. It is our goal to make every customer feel like part of our very own family. We at La Dolce Vita believe in family and invite you and your family in to our Restaurant to experience a variety of fantastic tastes to please every palate.
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7. The Diner at Asbury Lanes
4.1
Excellent(48)
Price: Moderate
• American • Asbury Park
Booked 4 times today
A beautiful retro All American Diner that serves oversized portions of fresh made food. We have weekly specials to keep our offerings fresh and fun. Hours are 8am-11pm seven days a week. We are located next to Asbury Lanes on 4th Avenue. Come see where the bands and acts visiting Asbury Park hang out along with celebrities to the area. We have a full liquor bar as well as boozy shakes. We also have extreme oversized shakes for kids.
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8. Belmonte's Ristorante
4.2
Awesome(46)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Asbury Park
Booked 3 times today
Belmonte’s Ristorante crafts fine Italian cuisine in its elegant and charming eatery, located in the seaside resort town of Asbury Park. For starters, the portabella mushrooms stuffed with eggplant, spinach and mozzarella and the battered artichoke hearts Francese make excellent choices. If pasta is what you are craving, Belmonte’s Ristorante has many delightful choices, such as the potato gnocchi in a meaty Bolognese sauce, the shrimp pappardelle Roma with mushrooms and asparagus and the fettuccini Frankie with crumbled sausage, escarole and beans. Some of Belmonte’s Ristorante other specialty entrées include the chicken Philadelphia sautéed with shallots, mushrooms and green peppercorns, the filet mignon in sherry wine sauce and the prosciutto and mozzarella stuffed pork chops in a madeira sauce. Be sure to enjoy your sumptuous Italian meal and the beautiful ambience with a glass or two of a fine wine.
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9. Swim Crush - Asbury Park
4.0
Excellent(3)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Asbury Park
Booked 2 times today
Asbury Park Beach Bar & Grill Located on The Asbury Park Boardwalk • 800 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ • #SWIMCRUSHAP. The Boardwalk's best sushi bar! Beach bar and Restaurant located in Asbury Park. Rum Buckets, Frozen Drinks and great food and ambiance.
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10. Deal Lake Bar + Co
4.5
Awesome(614)
Price: Moderate
• American • Asbury Park
Booked 23 times today
Deal Lake Bar + Co. is a 5,500+ sq. ft. American style bar + restaurant located on Deal Lake in Loch Arbour, New Jersey, adjacent to Asbury Park. We boast an open concept with 3 bars, 25 TVs, all the sports games + 258-person capacity. In addition, our 90-seat outdoor patio includes a lakeside bar, two 12 ft-wide sliding doors, and a beautiful view. Deal Lake Bar + Co is an inclusive, spirited atmosphere with 16 beers on draft (most being from Jersey), fresh food, a modern vibe, music + televisions for entertainment, and, of course, GOOD TIMES AT ALL TIMES! * While we make every effort to fulfill reservations requests for a specific table, we cannot guarantee the availability of your favorite table. Outside patio seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. Come early + snag the patio spots! *

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  • Lombardo
    New York City •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Consistently great food with great service every time we go.
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    The Grand TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Neptune
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    4.9
  • Ann
    Key West / Florida Keys •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The atmosphere and food were terrific -- all just what we needed to get together with some cousins. Our only complaint was that we felt stuffed by the time we left the restaurant. The food was just too good to resist eating everything on our plates, and each dish that arrived had very generous servings.
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    Iron WhalePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Asbury Park
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    4.7
  • TracieVIP
    New York City •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 15, 2025
    There were 7 of us who had an early dinner at The Black Swan. Everything was great- from the service to the vibe to the drinks and to our meals- everyone left feeling full and happy.
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    Black Swan Public HousePrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Asbury Park
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    4.5
  • mikesVIP
    New York City •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on May 15, 2025
    Had a great dinner & great service. Jared took great care of us
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    AP RooftopPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Asbury Park
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    4.7
  • Amy
    Las Vegas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on May 12, 2025
    Food and drinks were delicious and unique. Our table server was wonderful and he provided great recommendations and service. One thing to note, Low Dive is connected to Palmetto and had a live band at 7pm on a Monday. The music was so loud we could no longer hear each other at the table. I suggest checking the music calendar at both restaurants if you want to have conversation during the meal. Overall an enjoyable experience and we will definitely be back.
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    PalmettoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Southern• Asbury Park
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