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Elli’s Backyard, Red Bank, NJ

Elli’s Backyard

4.5
4.5
305 Reviews
$30 and under
American
An undeniably great and inviting atmosphere; with a staff that makes you feel apart of the family! Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! With an eclectic menu created by the owner Patrick there is a dish for everyone! Just opened and welcoming everyone! Outdoor dining available as well! Limited wine and sangria selection from Domenico Winery available as well as being a BYOB. Please call to make a reservation; especially if availability isn’t shown on here! See you soon 732-268-8902 :)!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 2 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    American, Italian, Dessert
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Tue–Sun 8:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sun 8:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (732) 268-8902
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Birthday parties, baby/bridal showers, etc. Book your event!
  • Neighborhood
    Red Bank
  • Cross street
    Directly across White St.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    BYO Wine, Cafe, Delivery, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch
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What 305 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Jersey - Central

    Great for brunch

305 Reviews
  1. PamD

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been going to Elli’s since about a month after it opened. It is still one of our very favorite places. Patrick and his staff do an incredible job! They make you feel at home, never rushed, and the quality of the food has never failed to meet expectations. Rob is our usual server, and he is another one of the reasons we return time and time again. We have brought many friends there, who have also become regulars. It has been a pleasure to watch as this hidden gem has grown, and now they’ve even added an additional room. You will not be disappointed. There’s something on the menu for everyone!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Adorable little spot. Food was fantastic, service just as great. Only reason for 4 stars rather than 5 was the service was a bit on the slower side. Highly recommend this spot!

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  3. FoodExplorer

    San Diego

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on August 3, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Very cute setting complete with hedges, trees and ivy with twinkling lights on the ceiling to give the feel of a backyard inside the restaurant. I had the Salmon salad, which was very good and dined with a party of 10. No one complained about their meal and a non-dessert person said that the red velvet cake was worth breaking her no dessert rule for. We had a great time and would definitely go again.

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  4. Brando

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience2
    It was weird. Food was ok. The bread pudding was the star.

    Elli’s BackyardResponded on July 30, 2023

    Thank you Brandon Tushkowski, the only thing we found weird was seeing this review after you really seemed to enjoy every bit of your avocado toast with poached eggs; as well as your coffee too. But I guess that’s what some people do when they have nothing to do with their time :)

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  5. TheresaP

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely decor, great food, terrific service had brunch, the potato pancake appetizer was crunchy and tasted great, our egg sandwiches were cooked as ordered and delicious

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  6. Andrea

    Atlantic City

    34 reviews

    4.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Cauliflower appetizer was excellent. My salmon salad was good but salmon was a little dry. Tuscan chicken and Pike bowl were good. Flashing lights on the ceiling are a bit distracting.

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  7. Marta

    New York Area

    60 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The appetizer portions are that of the main course. We barely ate our meals because of this…. The chicken lettuce wraps was absolutely delicious, but definitely messy!!!! No room for dessert! Definitely recommend!!!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Special occasion on a Saturday night! We sat in the perfect spot, a private table by the front window. It was perfect. Every one enjoyed their meal! Our server Anna was great and very sweet, kept checking on us. We loved the lights and the ambiance. We all enjoyed our meals the food came out hot and the cauliflower app was delish. BYOB-50 bucks a piece which included a generous tip! We will be back!! Thank you!

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  9. Amanda

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing! There was a large variety of cuisine on the menu. It is BYOB. great for families. My kids love the look of the inside. It’s a super chill and delicious place. We will definitely be back.

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  10. ChrissyD

    Philadelphia

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Good and service were both great. Only “complaint” was the temperature in the restaurant was wonky. Our table would be comfortable one second then sweating the next. Overall, highly recommend! Decor is cool too.

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  11. MaryE

    Naples

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great dinner for our first time visit. Nice surprise!

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  12. BarbieS

    New York Area

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on June 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We were all satisfied with or orders, but everything on the menu is a bit pricey which I guess is usual for Red Bank. Nothing extra like soup, salad or bread came with the entree's. The server was good. Also, not having been to Red Bank in years, I didn't realize the parking situation which for handicapped people is problematic.

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  13. MaryM

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for Father's Day dinner. It was our 1st time there, and the food was delicious. It's BYOB, plus they have wine for purchase by the bottle. The service was also great, very friendly. We'll definitely be back!

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Charming restaurant with delicious food, and excellent staff

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  15. KimW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Daughters 15th birthday with friends. They loved the decor & the food was delicious!!!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Elli's Backyard.. the food is always good and the service is always awesome!

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  17. MichaelH

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, good prices, fast service, and also close to home. Everything you look for!

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  18. LocalsOnly

    Richmond

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Good food and good service. Solid new choice in Red Bank

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  19. Mary

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food, service and atmosphere. First time there and it won’t be the last!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Save room for dessert! All the food was delicious! Prices were reasonable & the portions were large.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love this restaurant! The food is excellent and the service could not be better. There are plenty of options for kids and adults. The food comes out delicious and you will be impressed by the level of a service and care. We feel very lucky to have this restaurant near by!

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  22. JerryR

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service Highly recommend to all

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  23. Fab732

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect table, perfect menu, and delicious food! Excellent experience!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Had a nice meal! Appetizers were good, chicken parm was good, didn’t love the salmon personally (to saucy and salty) but overall good experience

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  25. JoyB

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal! Great service!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic City

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food great service and great experience. Will definitely repeat

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Tremendous meal! I’ve always gone here for breakfast and loved it. I decided to take my toddler here for dinner and we had the cavatelli bowl w chicken. Omg it was huge! It was a delicious bread bowl, I could get over how good the pasta and the bread was. Service was wonderful and server was very mindful of us giving I was with a toddler. Anything goes when you have one at a table! It was great meal. I can’t wait to go back and try something new. We love it here. We also has Easter breakfast here with the whole family in the “secret garden “ section of the restaurant and the food and service was amazing then too. Don’t miss out on this GEM broad street!

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  28. TheresaPittius

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fantastic! We had two large tables of guests here for Sunday Brunch, and everything was delicious. Fantastic service, also! We will be back.

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  29. ArmanK

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great experience at the place. Great food and very nice people working there.

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  30. Danielle

    Atlantic City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have had two great experiences at Elli's Backyard. My daughters have gone a few more times and have also really enjoyed it. We love the belgium waffle with blueberries and strawberries, penne vodka, avocado toast with fried egg and turkey club. The caramel latte was very tasty.The bacon is always cooked perfectly and tastes fresh. We can't wait to try more. The service has been perfect. I love the ambience. It's adorable.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Couldn’t accommodate us together. Waited a long time for champagne glasses and condiments

    Elli’s BackyardResponded on April 29, 2023

    Thank you Casey Nonni, unfortunately we can’t change our floor plan within a 30 second notice. As a piece of advice, when you book a reservation you should notify the correct party amount; especially if it’s for an additional 4 guests. Due to the safety of our customers being a priority; we have to always maintain a safe way of egress in case of emergency. If prioritizing the safety of our customers is what constitutes 3 stars; we’ll take it :)

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  32. JulieC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Quiet atmosphere, great good, and great service! Highly recommend

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  33. m0000A

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was not my first visit to Elli's, but I went with 3 friends who had never been. I recommended Elli's since I had a great first experience a few months ago. To say my friends, and myself, were impressed with the staff, service and food is an understatement. We were having a meal before going to a concert at Count Basie. We couldn't contain our excitement about this show (we were wearing fan shirts and told the staff our plans for the evening). Without hesitation, the staff changed the music in the restaurant to the artist's songs on shuffle and joined in on our excitement. It was such a lovely part of our evening, and for them to think of the little details like that is what truly makes this place remarkable. Go to Elli's! I recommend the bang bang shrimp, poke bowl salad and the backyard bomb dessert!!!

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience1
    Need to change lighting for evening. Felt way too bright and more like a kids cafeteria. Re arrange tables to prevent kids running up and down the middle. Food mediocre. Priced too high.

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  35. Vicky

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was great. Service was fantastic. Very clean

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  36. Peterpan

    New York Area

    172 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    172 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    This was our first visit. Nice varied menu with good service, large portions and tasty fare. I would suggest sharing as the portions are quite large. The bread pudding alone was enough for 4 people.

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  37. KathyL

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I am never disappointed at Elli’s from the service to the delicious food and portions. Patrick always creates a memorable experience.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Atlantic City

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always perfection

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  39. Steve

    West Palm Beach

    26 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall3food2service1ambience4
    Service was awful. No other table in restaurant. Onion soup was poor. Pasta entrees were good. Pineapple chicken or shrimp very good. Restaurant was out of Steak sandwich and no cheese cake.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great to place for brunch. Nice decor and very professional staff. Highly recommend if you’re visiting Red Bank.

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You can order delivery directly from Elli’s Backyard using the Order Online button. Elli’s Backyard also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 268-8902.

Elli’s Backyard is rated 4.5 stars by 305 OpenTable diners.

Elli’s Backyard does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Elli’s Backyard

45 Broad St, Red Bank, NJ 07701

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Directly across White St.
  • Neighborhood
    Red Bank
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Tue–Sun 8:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Tue–Sun 8:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    American, Italian, Dessert
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    BYO Wine, Cafe, Delivery, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch
  • Phone number
    (732) 268-8902
  • Private party facilities
    Birthday parties, baby/bridal showers, etc. Book your event!
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