Best Casual Restaurants in Rumson

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Asbury ParkAtlantic HighlandsEatontownHighlandsHolmdelLong Branch

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CharmingFancyGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for fine wines

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35 restaurants available nearby

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1. Victory Park Tavern

4.9

Exceptional(1100)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Rumson

Booked 20 times today

Victory Park Tavern is proud to serve Seasonal American Cuisine. We are located in Rumson, NJ, on the corner of River and Lafayette. For our current menu, log on to our website at victoryparktavern.com and click 'Menu + Online Ordering'.All reservations are for indoor tables only. Outside tables and bar seats are first-come, first-serve and are not reservable.

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2. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

4.7

Exceptional(4826)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Red Bank

Booked 118 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. Semolina Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3262)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Red Bank

Booked 24 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.

4. Baseline Social

4.7

Exceptional(46)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Eatontown

Booked 3 times today

Enjoy our diverse food menu, delicious cocktails and our one-of-a-kind immersive dining and entertainment experience featuring an expansive LED viewing wall for watching sports, a mezzanine to enjoy all of the sights and sounds, 3 full bars and a 3,700 square foot entertainment section containing five virtual golf bays with full-swing technology. We are offering multiple unique Lounge Experiences for the upcoming NFL and College Football seasons. Please check out the Experiences listed below for more details. Otherwise, we have plenty of bar and dining seats that are first come- first serve - so come first!

5. Bahrs Landing

4.7

Exceptional(2761)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Highlands

Booked 32 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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6. Proving Ground Waterfront Dining

4.5

Awesome(1332)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Highlands

Booked 6 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.

7. Beach Tavern

4.5

Awesome(1529)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Long Branch

Booked 56 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.

8. Buona Sera

4.7

Exceptional(1783)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Red Bank

Booked 34 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.

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9. The Robinson Ale House - Red Bank

4.8

Exceptional(1546)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Red Bank

Booked 36 times today

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, when available, 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!

10. Elli’s Backyard

4.6

Exceptional(455)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Red Bank

Booked 9 times today

Step into the inviting ambiance of Elli’s Backyard, located at 45 Broad St, Red Bank, NJ, 07701. A cherished family-owned establishment, we've proudly been serving since our inception in 2021. Our diverse, inclusive menu features classic Italian and American dishes, as well as our signature favorites, such as the renowned pineapple bowl, dome-smoked burger, and our house ribs served in a wheelbarrow. With dishes available for those with dietary restrictions also available (Gluten-free, Vegan)Immerse yourself in the tranquil, backyard-like setting of Elli's Backyard, making it the perfect destination for creating memories with friends and family, no matter the occasion. We welcome you from 8 am to 4 pm for breakfast and lunch, and from 5 pm to 10 pm for dinner. For special gatherings, our private dining room is available, making Elli's Backyard an ideal choice for parties, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, and more. Your presence is invaluable to us, and we eagerly anticipate your visit!

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Izzy
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had the best time, our waitress was so friendly and helpful. The food was so fresh, every bite was perfect. I will definitely be returning!
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Semolina RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Red Bank
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4.8
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alexa
New Jersey •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
everything was amazing! appetizers came out quickly and entrees came out once we finished the apps! the steak was perfectly good and the waitress we had was amazing!
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Nicholas Barrel & RoostPrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Red Bank
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4.7
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Debra
Wisconsin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent food and service with great waterfront views. Prices were reasonable for the quality of the food and overall experience. We would definitely recommend.
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Bahrs LandingPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Highlands
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4.7
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meghan
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We had a wonderful meal. Everything was delicious and we had such a fun evening, I can’t wait to go again!
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Victory Park TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Rumson
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4.9
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KarenVIP
New York City •41 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
Always a great experience- welcoming atmosphere, food is delicious especially the tuna nachos (don’t ever take them off the menu) and the burgers! Yum!
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Baseline SocialPrice: Moderate• American• Eatontown
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4.7

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