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Poached Pear Bistro, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

Poached Pear Bistro

4.9 (4046)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
816 Arnold Ave, Unit 5, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 49 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
THE POACHED PEAR BISTRO

Located at 816 Arnold Ave in the beautiful shore community of Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey

The Poached Pear Bistro is a stylish, yet family friendly, BYO contemporary American restaurant featuring excellent food and reasonable prices in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Chef-owner Scott Giordano, formerly executive chef at Whispers in Spring Lake, NJ, and sous chef at the Saddle River Inn in Saddle River, NJ, and his highly professional kitchen and wait staff are committed to providing patrons with a truly pleasing and memorable dining experience.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (732) 701-1700
  • Website
    http://www.poachedpearbistro.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Scott Giordano
  • Location
    816 Arnold Ave, Unit 5, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
  • Neighborhood
    Point Pleasant Beach
  • Cross street
    RT 35
  • Parking details
    Private Lot behind restaurant. Plenty of free street parking and free Municipal lots.
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout

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What 4,046 people are saying

Poached Pear Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • New Jersey

    Contemporary American

  • Ocean

    Best Overall

  • Ocean

    Best Food

  • Ocean

    Best Service

  • Ocean

    Best Ambiance

  • Ocean

    Best Value

  • Ocean

    Innovative

  • Ocean

    Healthy

  • Ocean

    Romantic

  • Ocean

    Good for special occasions

  • Ocean

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Poached Pear Bistro is a dining gem in Point Pleasant, consistently praised for its "outstanding food and service." Diners rave about the "perfectly cooked" dishes, making it a favorite for special occasions. With a creative menu, cozy atmosphere, and attentive staff, it's a "culinary gem" that never disappoints.
4,046 Reviews

  1. Patty

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious lobster special and lamb! Would definitely go back!

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  2. Joel

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals I have had down the shore. Highly recommend.

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  3. Michelle VIP

    New Jersey2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our go-to restaurant. Mark (Owner) is warm & accommodating. Service is friendly & attentive. The food is delicious & always on point . Easily a spot we will return again & again.

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  4. Debbie VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first experience but will not be our last! Everything was to perfection! The staff was phenomenal especially our waitress, Sherry! The food was absolutely delicious. Overall one of the best dining experiences ever

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  5. Mindy

    New York City11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very disappointed. We’ve been here a few times. This time the boys( brothers) were in the kitchen so you can’t blame someone else. The food was overcooked and dried out. The meals that weren’t overcooked were just mediocre. Too bad. We like this place.

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  6. Debra

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best food on the island! Beautiful small byob place with phenomenal service and an incredible menu. It’s pricey but worth it. Plan ahead since this place books far in advance.

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  7. Jill VIP

    New York City77 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service we appreciate the consistency of Poached Pear.

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  8. Tony

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Poached Pear is an Ocean county gem. Chef Scott is world class and creative. We have been going there for 10 years, just shortly after they opened. Book in advance, they are very popular.

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  9. Adele

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional Dinner. The food was plated beautiful. My Filet Mignon was cooked perfectly. Recommend!!!!

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  10. Mitchell

    Miami - Dade11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful food, service, everything was really great!

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FAQs

Poached Pear Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 701-1700.

Poached Pear Bistro is rated 4.9 stars by 4046 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 49 times today
Google Map for Poached Pear Bistro

816 Arnold Ave, Unit 5, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742

Additional information

  • Cross street
    RT 35
  • Neighborhood
    Point Pleasant Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot behind restaurant. Plenty of free street parking and free Municipal lots.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Scott Giordano
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout

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