Brandl

Name: Brandl
Address: 703 Belmar Plaza, Belmar, NJ, United States, 07719
Telephone: (732) 280-7501
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.2

4.2

1905 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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Innovative American cuisine offering Live Jazz on Friday nights and specials events throughout the year. In addition to seasonal favorites and specials, the menu features specialities such as our Lazy Lobster poached in vanilla bean butter, served over asparagus risotto. Brandl—THE Dining Destination for the Jersey Shore!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 1, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Steak, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(732) 280-7501
Website
http://www.brandlrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Chris Brandl
Catering
Brandl is pleased to offer on and off premises catering. Our comfortable and inviting space is the perfect venue to host your next special occasion. From engagement and rehearsal dinners, to bridal and baby showers, to corporate events, holiday parties, and just about any kind of social gathering, Brandl will treat your guests to an unforgettable dining experience. For your off-premises catering needs, you can choose from a variety of appetizers, sides, salads, and entrées, or design your own menu.
Private party facilities
Up to 90 guests can be seated for banquets at Brandl.
Private party contact
Chris Brandl: (732) 280-7501

Location
703 Belmar Plaza, Belmar, NJ 07719
Neighborhood
Belmar
Cross street
9th Avenue & Main Street
Parking details
Street parking available, as well as parking in public lots.
Public transit
Train (Belmar)
Entertainment
Live jazz is performed on Friday nights and during special events. Live performances most weekends outside in the plaza with outdoor seating available.
Additional
Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

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What 1,905 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

1,905 Reviews

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Paula
New York Area
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Love the “everything seasoned salmon”, onion rings were crispy & hot, bursts was delicious ( could have had a bit of lettuce under it though, filet cooked as requested! Vincent is an attentive server, as well as his partner. Paul always greets us warmly. It was a good night with friends….I do hope you change up the menu just a bit for winter! 💕👍
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DonnaW
New York Area
61 reviews
vip
5.0
61 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I dined at Brandi’s on Friday evening. That night they offer a seafood special, which this week was grilled tuna with a mango salsa. The fish was cooked to perfection. We also enjoyed their creamed spinach as a side dish and the nightly pot sticker special which was ground pork with beans and Monterey Jack Cheese; they were excellent. We ended by sharing (less calories) the apple strudel with vanilla ice cream, delightful. Brandl’s is consistent with their food, hospitality and service.
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BelmarLocals
New York Area
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never a worry when we return to Brandl’s. The quality of service and food have always been on point. It’s our go to location which has never failed us…
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ordered the Thursday Night Special Pot Stickers, Sliced Garlic Steak Fries and Thai Shrimp… WOW! Excellent Food, Attentive Wait Staff and Cool Vibe. Great neighborhood spot in Belmar
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MaryEllenS
New York Area
20 reviews
2.0
20 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience3
This turned out to be a restaurant charging NYC prices for less than average food. Steak ordered medium rare was served well done, Brussels sprouts were more burned than crunchy, short rib was VERY fatty. Way too costly for food served.
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babs139
New York Area
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We were there on the Sunday of Labor Day weekend. We had the porterhouse for 2 and it was cooked perfectly. Started out with crab cake which was very tasty. We had 2 sides and they were both delicious. Service was very good and the pace was nice so that we could enjoy our wine.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
178 reviews
vip
5.0
178 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fresh and creative. Good food, good staff and good ambience.
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OpenTable Diner
Montreal
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience4
Had a nice meal, as usual. Been there about 20 times over the last decade. The major issue is that since we were the last table, enjoying ourselves on a Friday night with our of town guests, the owner took it upon himself to interrupt without even an "excuse me it's getting late" greeting, rushed in and took away water glasses we were still drinking from. Very rude! Last time we'll ever go there.
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DeeP
Greater Boston
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience4
Food and location for outdoor dining is great! The service is good, but whenever I go there, I always feel the staff could be a little friendlier, especially when we go early and it’s not real crowded yet.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was awesome as always and we loved the live music. It had been awhile since the last time we enjoyed live music there!
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AmyG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic!! The scallops & cauliflower were amazing! Service was impeccable!! One of the top 5 dinners I’ve ever had!! 5 stars!!
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WilliamS
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Enjoyed the evening - excellent food and service.
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Thomas
West Palm Beach
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, great food, highly recommend. Nice interior environment for quiet dining.
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happytobebackinDux
Washington DC
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We reserved a table for 10 for a mini-reunion of friends & family. Brandl was very accommodating, the food was very good, service was excellent.
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PeterI
New York Area
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on August 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never disappointed with the food. Service is always great. Kind , courteous, overall really good.
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Cliff
New York Area
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience3
The menu is stale: it hasn’t changed for years. The French onion soup was past hearty and more offensively strong, salty flavor. Ditto with the brisket. We had agita all night. The tuna special was very good. And the chicken Milanese was special. I would steer away from anything beefy and with beef stock. Our waiter had zero personality.
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LaurieO
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience3
The food was not as good as expected. Presentation was just food thrown on a plate. 2 guests had scallops which were very salty. One guest had filet mignon and it was just ok and the other guest had lamb chops which were also just ok. We sat at a table with a bench and felt like we were sitting in a hole! Not a great experience and I would not go back.
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AndreaK
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 12, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Nicely appointed, upscale place. Terrific service; friendly and efficient staff. They quickly accommodated our request to lower the volume of the music overhead. But...$47 for a small dish of risotto topped with 3 little chunks of lobster? 12 bucks for side of sautéed spinach or asparagus? My husband ate his meal, half of mine AND ordered dessert, because the portions were miniscule. It was a lovely meal, but you can get better value elsewhere.
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DSP1
New York Area
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall2food3service4ambience3
Unfortunately the portions were very small and very expensive. The music outside was very loud that we couldn’t carry on a conversation
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PeterF
New York Area
24 reviews
vip
3.0
24 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
This used to be one of my favorite local restaurants. Food still good, but service has declined . Not crowded on a Saturday with nice weather in the summer speaks volumes
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
178 reviews
vip
5.0
178 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never a disappoint. Great food, great staff and a true culinary experience
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KarenL
New York Area
64 reviews
vip
4.0
64 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
We were very surprised on how delicious the food was at Brandl. This was our first time there. It's called a steakhouse yet there is only one steak on the menu. I had the short ribs which were delicious and also ordered the chocolate souffle for dessert which I was surprised that it was one the menu. Take a chance and be pleasantly surprised!
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Kris
Washington DC
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Went here for dinner last week. Our waitress seemed to be a bit overwhelmed . Not sure why but the manager took care of us to help her out. Getting us water, wine glasses, opening our wine. The food was good and will definitely return.
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Desginer4Life
London
9 reviews
vip
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience4
Very upset as it was our son’s 50th and I put that in the notes when booking and also tried to tell the man who checked us in and took us to our seats…nothing…never acknowledged it. Staff is very cold and robotic. Food was okay …nothing off the charts..just fine.very disappointed
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Teresa
Orange County
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience2
This restaurant was the only place that had reservations available on a Saturday night at the Jersey shore. After having dinner there, now I know why. It was the absolute worst service ever. The waiter was downright rude. The food was only fair and very expensive. We will not be going back.
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GayleS
New York Area
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on July 28, 2023
overall1food1service3ambience2
We went to BrandL with 4 of our friends on a Friday night. The service was average, nothing special. We ordered Caesar salad. It was a handful of romaine lettuce with barely any dressing on it and the dressing you could taste had No taste. I make a better dressing at home. Some of us ordered the short ribs. They were disappointed. The meat should fall apart, but it didn’t and I saw one of my friends picking out grizzle. The presentation was awful. Looks like someone just threw things together on the plate. Some of my friends and I ordered the scallops. They tasted good, no real complaints except, again, the presentation. I ordered the cauliflower which was basically florets with Parmesan cheese. Again, nothing special. For the steak restaurant prices I expected better. Very disappointing.
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RobP
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 27, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Great food, service and atmosphere; highly recommend if looking to dine in Belmar.
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Amanda
New York Area
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall2food1service1ambience3
The waiter with the curly grey hair was impeccably rude and barked at my friend for asking where the bathroom was. Slow service, but sure they were short staffed. Scallops tasted off.
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Momgo
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 22, 2023
overall2food4service1ambience1
Food was above par and fresh. Service was terrible and slow. Once we got out food nobody came to check on us. It was like pulling teeth to get the check. Prices are high.
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Momgz
New York Area
35 reviews
vip
2.0
35 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience1
We were 4 people on a Saturday evening With a reservation. We were on time. The restaurant was not full. The Host told us to wait and kept us standing at entry podium while he recited out loud the entire printed menu for a table of 10 people including dessert and answered all questions!!! At least 10 minutes. It was very rude. The AC was non existent on a hot summer evening. Food was MEH! Menu hasn’t changed in a while so you would think they should have perfected it. We won’t be back.
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Paula
New York Area
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on July 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of, if not THE favorite restaurants of mine in Belmar, Nj!
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LisaB
New York Area
20 reviews
vip
2.0
20 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2023
overall2food2service1ambience4
Our waiter was absolutely miserable. He and the manager were actually arguing using profanity. Our dinners were just about thrown on the table and we had to pass them around to get to the one who ordered. One dish was sent back twice and my lamb was ordered medium and was actually well done. My husband’s pork chop was dry & the NY strip was tough. Embarrassing considering we brought guests and told them what a good dinner we had 2 weeks ago. It’s not like it was busy either
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JillG
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Used to love Brandl but this experiment wasn’t the best . Fish was dry . Good portions so small. I had the lazy lobster barely any lobster . Bland . Also if you cancel within 24 hours they charge you 25 a person ! Absurd . Even the best restaurants don’t do that . I prob will not be back .
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every single thing we ate, there was fantastic! We had oysters, steak, tartare, shrimp, braised, beef, and scallops! All were better than the next!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I took my girlfriend here for our one year anniversary. We sat outside and there was a band playing which we had no idea they were going to be there. Nonetheless, it was a great vibe. Great food, server was awesome. Would definitely go back and recommend to friends and family.
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beppy
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent restaurant. A hidden gem. Definitely will return.
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MFoodie
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food is always delicious at Brandl’s. We look forward to seeing what they have to offer special-wise…always a treat.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 5, 2023
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Server was excellent and made our dinner awesome with his recommendations!!
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DonnaW
New York Area
61 reviews
vip
5.0
61 reviews
Dined on June 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We tried something a little different this time, we order an salad and two appetizers as little plates for dinner. We had the wedge salad with bacon, bleu cheese and pickled onions, burrata and smoked wings with bleu cheese. The wings at Brandls are scrumptious. Their burrata is creamy and delicious.
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Keith
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
2.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 28, 2023
overall2food1service2ambience2
Have eaten here previously and it’s been fine. Two appetizers we tried and then did not touch. Three people had one of the lobster pasta specials. Barely any lobster and inedible. We are an easy to please group. Simply awful.
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FAQs

Brandl offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 280-7501.

Brandl is rated 4.2 stars by 1905 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Oct 1, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

703 Belmar Plaza, Belmar, NJ 07719

Additional information

Cross street
9th Avenue & Main Street
Neighborhood
Belmar
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Steak, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street parking available, as well as parking in public lots.
Public transit
Train (Belmar)
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chris Brandl
Entertainment
Live jazz is performed on Friday nights and during special events. Live performances most weekends outside in the plaza with outdoor seating available.
Additional
Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.brandlrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(732) 280-7501
Catering
Brandl is pleased to offer on and off premises catering. Our comfortable and inviting space is the perfect venue to host your next special occasion. From engagement and rehearsal dinners, to bridal and baby showers, to corporate events, holiday parties, and just about any kind of social gathering, Brandl will treat your guests to an unforgettable dining experience. For your off-premises catering needs, you can choose from a variety of appetizers, sides, salads, and entrées, or design your own menu.
Private party facilities
Up to 90 guests can be seated for banquets at Brandl.
Private party contact
Chris Brandl: (732) 280-7501

Brandl

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

Potstickers

Grilled Caesar Salad

Grilled Salmon

Menu

What 1,905 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does Brandl offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Brandl restaurant rated?

Is Brandl currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information