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Blu Grotto at Monmouth Park, Oceanport, NJ

Blu Grotto at Monmouth Park

4.7
4.7
990 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
Blu Grotto Ristorante consists of a beautiful conservatory dining room, large outdoor decks and an open air Beer Garden open Thursday-Sunday

Chef James Corona’s Menu consists of Modern adaptations of Regional Italian Classics, hand made and imported dry pastas, fresh seafood and prime steak. Chef Corona believes that the Italian method of serving only the freshest and locally grown, makes for the best possible ingredients.

Our beverage program consists of artisanal cocktails, extensive beer and by the glass wine offerings and a deep wine list by the bottle that has perennial favorites as well as esoteric wines from around the world.

Please be Aware, Reservations made outside on our Deck are weather dependent

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Beer Garden, Contemporary Italian

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (732) 571-7900

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Owned/operated by

    Asian and Pacific Islander

  • Executive chef

    James Corona

  • Private party contact

    Jennifer Perri - Service and Events Director: (732) 571-7900

  • Neighborhood

    Long Branch, New Jersey

  • Cross street

    Oceanport Avenue

  • Parking details

    Parking lot entrance is located off of Port au Peck Avenue.

  • Public transit

    NJ Transit limited access during race season. (Monmouth Park Station)

  • Entertainment

    Fridays and Saturdays, 7-10pm, during the warmer months.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 990 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Jersey - Central

    Romantic

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  1. JoshB

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience at the Blu Grotto. Live band, excellent food, excellent service. Will definitely be back. 😃
  2. Fuzzy9

    Atlantic City

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful dinner celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary. The appetizers were excellent as were the entrees. The pasta dish could be larger for the price but it too was tasty. We will certainly return.
  3. WalterW

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience3
    The portions were smaller than expected for the price. The alcohol drinks were strong but it was a worthwhile experience, with outstanding service. Just there are better restaurants than can be experienced before going to an event there. Not saying it is not worth a visit, but there are comparable if not better for the price.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Naples

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Our food and server were very good. However, the kitchen was extremely backed up and service was slow. The waiter also seemed to have many tables. He was attentive and helpful and also had a good knowledge of the menu. Overall, very good.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2
    Bread arrived before our server. First round of drinks arrived timely. 2nd round of drinks took 28 minutes (yes, we timed it) Entreee came before 2nd round of drinks. Lots of excuses from the server (hate excuses ~ just own it) Service does not match the meno/prices …
  6. FoodforThought

    New York Area

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious meal in a serene and beautiful environment. Great menu choices with offers of today’s Specials’ and ‘Dinner for 2’. Shared appetizer fried buffalo mozzarela with eggplant carbonata, swordfish Milanese and Shrimp with risotto, shared dessert espresso chocolate cake- we felt like we were back in Italy eating this great meal! Excellent servers - watchful and patient. We’ll be back. Looking forward to eating outside on the spacious deck!
  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a pleasure to dine at Blu Grotto
  8. Lovetoeat

    New York Area

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dining experience for Mother's day dinner. Everything was wonderful which is not easy on a holiday. Will definitely go again. Just love the outdoor dining deck. Plan to revisit the Beer Garden as well
  9. FrankB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We enjoyed everything about our experience at the Blu grotto, our service by all, the meals were excellent, definitely will return.
  10. LouiseH

    Atlantic City

    38 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious except for the Caesar salad was very much over dressed and wet. Awful.
  11. MaryR

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another outstanding dinner. We were celebrating our anniversary and they gave us a split of persecco which was so nice! Our server Liz was excellent. Professional, attentive and made great suggestions. I had the swordfish Milanese which she recommended and it was delicious. The goat cheese tempura special appetizer was so good! Hope it becomes a regular item.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was outstanding and the service impeccable. The restaurants interior is lovely and could be very romantic. We had a birthday in our group and they gave him a small bottle of Prosecco and a candle on the dessert. Really nice attention to details and the food was excellent for all courses.
  13. FrankieA

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Blu Grotto is always great, the best thing about any restaurant is consistency, and this restaurant has it time and time again... We Luv it here and recomend you try it as well.... Front of the house and the Kitchen are Fantastic... Best, frank ;-)
  14. Riverfront

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    went for restaurant week and the menu was very good. Excellent waitress and service. Would recommend,
  15. ColleenC

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Went for Restaurant Week. All 3 courses were outstanding. Service was very attentive.
  16. NanceO

    New York Area

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Went for Restuarant Week. A bit disappointed in the entree due to it being warm. Had the lemon sole but it did not stop me from finishing my dinner.
  17. Denny

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, excellent service, slightly noisy. Daily specials were outstanding
  18. GlynnD

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Excellent first experience. Well managed. Good food. Very nice ambiance.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Easter Sunday. Very nice.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The ambience and experience was awesome. My sister came from Italy and I was looking for a Italian restaurant. She said the food reminded her of home and food was delish. Thank you for making the moment n experience memorable.
  21. JoeP

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious , Service was great. Awesome. Drinks.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very good first time great night food , help and atmosphere all excellent
  23. KarenW

    New Orleans

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The waitstaff was attentive but not intrusive. They were very accommodating with changes to a dish. The calamari appetizer was outstanding, it was cooked just right and had a nice flavor to it.
  24. ArthurF

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great creative food, great service in a beautiful dining room.
  25. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely dinner, food was delicious and the service was great.
  26. LCHam

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ok, where to begin. An amazing hidden gem right near Monmouth race track. Visually stunning conservatory dining room with an outdoor patio that must be stunning in the summertime (I will make a point of seeing first hand this summer). We were greeted very warmly and seated right by the windows which offered an amazing view. We had the beef carpaccio, hamachi credo, short rib meat balls & calamari for appetizers and they were exceptional. For entrees we had the pappardelle , the black spaghetti with uni and crab, shrimp scampi (which were so large it was like eating lobster) and finally the Rabbit cacciatore that was so good it almost brought me to tears (Cue the scene in Ratatouille where the food critic was transported back to childhood). Get the warm espresso cake with hazelnut gelato for dessert , you won’t be disappointed. All in all, beyond fantastic birthday dinner for my daughter and as we were leaving, they gave us biscotti. Try it, you will love it!!!!
  27. Jack

    New York Area

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Party of 4 on Saturday night. Given the quality of our food and the excellent service, I was surprised that it wasn't more crowded. Appetizers and main courses were well prepared and very good. Sommelier came over to chat and was very knowledgeable about the wine menu and also very pleasant to talk to. Very nice "sports bar". I would highly recommend the Blu Grotto for an excellent meal in a pleasant setting.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great time at blu grotto
  29. GabriellaM

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hostess was super friendly and helpful in making sure we were seated at a good location and right table We went for happy hour. Drink prices were excellent, food was very fresh and great. Ambience is exceptional highly recommend
  30. MaryR

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our dinner was outstanding. The food was delicious. There were so many items we could have chosen. My husband selected the buffalo mozzarella special which he said was the best appetizer he ever had. It had the unique mix of strawberries and tomato’s which was so tasty. I had the Bibb and fennel salad which was excellent, full of taste and so fresh. We both chose a pasta dish for our entrees. I had the Norma and he had the lobster fusilli. Both we awesome. Our server, Liz, was outstanding. Our overall experience was top-notch, and we will definitely be back
  31. Duckie

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Honestly the food was not what it was before. Really over sauced, over garlicked, no fresh tasting. Really disappointing
  32. AlisonR

    New York Area

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Blu Grotto. Such a beautiful place, with excellent food and service
  33. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We took friends to celebrate their anniversary…everything was perfect!!!
  34. Robertw

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service very warming.. Nice atmosphere smiling faces…very courteous.. I would definitely come back an tell my friends about it… What else can I say… Just perfect!!!!
  35. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    34 reviews

    3.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Very cool ambiance but food average at best. Very good service !
  36. Liza

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Blu Grotto! The food is spectacular and our waiter Ulysses was fantastic and attentive. It was very quiet on a Wednesday night but it felt like we had reserved the whole place to ourselves - which was very special for our belated Valentine's Day dinner.
  37. DalkeithS

    Poconos

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The ambiance and service was exceptional. I had a great time with my husband. I found that their food is extremely Italian tho, everything is originally made. Kinda surprise me cause I have developed a palette for that taste. The general Tso calamari is super. Best calamari ever!
  38. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Great drinks. Great service.
  39. PBL6

    Atlantic City

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Very unique place with interesting decor and layout. We were greeted and seated right away from the pleasant hostess. Busboy delivered a very delicious and complimentary mix of bread and beans. Waiter was prompt with his greeting and water, but could've asked about getting us drinks which we waited just a little bit for but that is just me be petty:). We were surprised by the decor but got used to it. Will say this - the food was outstanding. Bibb & fennel salad and buffalo mozz for appetizers both great. My wife LOVED the Fusilloni Lobster Vodka and rightfully so! My pork chop & peppers were cooked perfectly. Great night all around. Highly recommend.
  40. MichaelL

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience5
    WORST PORK CHOP EVER! COULD BEARLY CUT WITH STEAK KNIFE.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Blu Grotto at Monmouth Park using the Order Online button. Blu Grotto at Monmouth Park also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 571-7900.

Blu Grotto at Monmouth Park is rated 4.7 stars by 990 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today
Google Map for Blu Grotto at Monmouth Park

200 Port Au Peck Avenue, Oceanport, NJ 07757

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Oceanport Avenue

  • Neighborhood

    Long Branch, New Jersey

  • Hours of operation

    Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Beer Garden, Contemporary Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Parking lot entrance is located off of Port au Peck Avenue.

  • Public transit

    NJ Transit limited access during race season. (Monmouth Park Station)

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    Asian and Pacific Islander

  • Executive chef

    James Corona

  • Entertainment

    Fridays and Saturdays, 7-10pm, during the warmer months.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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