Theresa’s South

Name: Theresa’s South
Address: 530 Main Ave, Bay Head, NJ, United States, 08742
Telephone: (732) 892-1555
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

2721 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Experience the authentic flavors of the Jersey Shore at our family-owned and operated establishment, where every dish is crafted with love and care using cherished family recipes passed down through generations. From our homemade pastas to a diverse selection of unique entrees inspired by various cuisines, each bite is a testament to our commitment to quality and tradition. As supporters of small businesses, we take pride in serving our community with warmth and hospitality. And as a "bring your own" venue, you're invited to enhance your dining experience by pairing your favorite bottle of wine, beer, or champagne with our delicious offerings. Come join us for a memorable meal and support local, family-owned businesses!

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 13, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, American
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(732) 892-1555
Website
http://www.theresassouth.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Private parties are only booked between the months of October and early May.Contact Our Party Coordinator Taylor at: Taylor@TheresasSouth.com
Private party contact
Taylor Soto: (732) 892-1555

Location
530 Main Ave, Bay Head, NJ 08742
Neighborhood
Bay Head
Cross street
Mount Street
Parking details
There is parking street available, as well as the municipal building parking lot on Bridge Avenue. The municipal lot has a walking path and is just a short walk over the bridge to access Mount Street.
Public transit
NJ Transit (Bay Head Station)
Additional
BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Popular dishes

Crispy Calamari$17.00
Spicy Tomato Basil Sauce
Eggplant Pancake$17.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Roasted Peppers, Roasted Garlic Cream, Pesto Oil
Blackened Jumbo Shrimp$19.00
Baby Arugula Salad, Cannellini Beans, Roasted Tomato Vinaigrette
Spiced Yellow Fin Tuna Ceviche$19.00
Scallions, Ginger, Avocado, Cucumber
Crusted Fresh Mozzarella$17.00
Basil, Cured Tomatoes, Herb Pesto, Pesto Oil, Tomato Salad
Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$19.00
Baby Greens, Sweet Corn Salsa, Cajun Aioli
Butternut Squash Polenta$19.00
Sweet Fennel Sausage, Caramelized Onions, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce, Tomato Garnish, Pesto Oil

Insalate

Add: Chicken $11, Salmon $16, Shrimp $11

Mixed Greens$14.00
Mixed Greens, Carrots, Grape Tomatoes, Red Onions, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Baby Spinach$14.00
Candied Pecans, Dried Cranberries, Crumbled Goat Cheese, White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Roasted Pear$16.00
Baby Arugula, Crumbled Gorgonzola Cheese, Spiced Walnuts, White Balsamic Vinaigrette
Caesar$15.00
Crisp Romaine, Shaved Parmesan, Creamy Caesar Dressing, Garlic Croutons
Warmed Herb-Crusted Goat Cheese$16.00
Mixed Greens, Portobello, Roasted Peppers, Red Onion, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Roasted Beets$15.00
Arugula, Red Onions, Spiced Walnuts, Goat Cheese, Oregano Vinaigrette

House Made Pasta's

Gemelli with Sweet Fennel Sausage$29.00
Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Parmesan Cheese, Light Tomato Cream Sauce
Cappellini with Shrimp$32.00
Garlic, Capers, Kalamata Olives, White Wine Chunky Tomato Sauce
Tagliatelle with Mushrooms$29.00
Shallots, Parmesan, White Truffle Oil, Mushroom Broth
Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Braised Short Rib$32.00
Exotic Mushrooms, Garlic, Madeira Wine Sauce, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Parmesan Cheese
Ziti Fresh Mozzarella$26.00
Tomato-Basil Sauce, Pecorino-Romano Cheese
Rigatoni Bolognese$29.00
Bolognese Sauce, Green Peas, Parmesan Cheese
Penne a La Vodka$26.00
Pancetta, Tomato Cream Sauce, Peas, Parmesan Cheese
Linguini Fra Diavolo$32.00
Mussels, Clams, Kalamata Olives, Capers, Baby Arugula, Garlic and Oil, Spicy Tomato Basil Sauce

Entrée

All Entrées Topped with Tomato Garnish: Diced Tomatoes, Onions, Basil, Garlic, and Oil

Gorgonzola Crusted Filet of Beef$43.00
Green Peppercorn-Port Wine Sauce, Seasonal Vegetables, Potato Croquette
Grilled Skirt Steak$41.00
Smashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Citrus Demi-Glaze
Braised Short Ribs of Beef$39.00
Smashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Red Wine Demi-Glaze
Chicken Marsala$33.00
Potato Croquette, Seasonal Vegetables, Assorted Mushrooms and Marsala Wine Sauce, Melted Mozzarella Cheese
Pan-Seared Yellow Fin Tuna$34.00
Ginger Sesame Noodles, Cucumber Salsa, Smoked Chili-Sesame Vinaigrette
Blackened Mahi-Mahi$35.00
Smashed Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Wasabi Aioli Sauce, Sweet Corn Salsa
Pistachio Crusted Salmon$34.00
Grilled Asparagus, Smashed Potatoes, Red Wine-Balsamic Demi-Glaze
Grilled Swordfish$36.00
Potato Croquette, Grilled Asparagus, White Wine and Lemon Butter Sauce, Topped with Tomatillo and Cucumber Salsa

What 2,721 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

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

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2,721 Reviews

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Arlene
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place. Food and services is great. My eggplant pancake is always amazing. Overall noise level was ok. Great place to go to for dinner!
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Chenz
New York City
12 reviews
vip
3.0
12 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We have dined at Teresa’s many times over the years. Generally the food is okay. My dinner last night was a special. Pork Tenderloins. I was disappointed. The meat was chewy. Probably overcooked. There are many restaurants in our area that offer better food at the same or lower prices. Last night will most likely the last time my wife and I will be back. My advice, get a new chef.
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Tracy
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
When making the reservation I said it was our anniversary. There was a happy anniversary card on our table and they decorated our dessert. Little things go a long way. Very nice touch.
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Lara
New Jersey
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service & atmosphere! The homemade pasta is to die for!
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Peter
New York City
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always a fantastic service and the food was tremendous!! I can't say much more but that I'll keep coming back!
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George
New York City
90 reviews
vip
5.0
90 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always very good!……………………………………………………………………………………..
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michael
Naples
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed our dinner experience. Ambiance was very nice. Ate early so it was quiet ,,round table perfect for socializing. Party of 6. My only complaint was Mahi Mahi overcooked. The appetizers and other dishes were great. Waitress was very nice and efficient. Would definitely go back but have pasta . BYOB always a plus.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 31, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
A few pasta meals had too much sauce. Prices were high (example flounder meal) we went to Charlie’s the night before and had an excellent meal with cocktails for less cost. Calamari was good! Mahi Mahi was delicious. Service was good.
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Tara
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Theresa’s never disappoints! One of the best meals in the area! Food is consistently delicious and the staff is as good as it gets!
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michael
New York City
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Summer night…Al fresco dining…great menu…what more could you want?
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FAQs

Theresa’s South offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 892-1555.

Theresa’s South is rated 4.7 stars by 2721 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

Sep 13, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

530 Main Ave, Bay Head, NJ 08742

Additional information

Cross street
Mount Street
Neighborhood
Bay Head
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
There is parking street available, as well as the municipal building parking lot on Bridge Avenue. The municipal lot has a walking path and is just a short walk over the bridge to access Mount Street.
Public transit
NJ Transit (Bay Head Station)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.theresassouth.com/
Phone number
(732) 892-1555
Private party facilities
Private parties are only booked between the months of October and early May.Contact Our Party Coordinator Taylor at: Taylor@TheresasSouth.com
Private party contact
Taylor Soto: (732) 892-1555

Theresa’s South

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Rigatoni Bolognese

Tagliatelle with Mushrooms

Baby Spinach

Antipasta

Crispy Calamari$17.00

Eggplant Pancake$17.00

Blackened Jumbo Shrimp$19.00

Spiced Yellow Fin Tuna Ceviche$19.00

Crusted Fresh Mozzarella$17.00

Jumbo Lump Crab Cake$19.00

Butternut Squash Polenta$19.00

Insalate

Mixed Greens$14.00

Baby Spinach$14.00

Roasted Pear$16.00

Caesar$15.00

Warmed Herb-Crusted Goat Cheese$16.00

Roasted Beets$15.00

House Made Pasta's

Gemelli with Sweet Fennel Sausage$29.00

Cappellini with Shrimp$32.00

Tagliatelle with Mushrooms$29.00

Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Braised Short Rib$32.00

Ziti Fresh Mozzarella$26.00

Rigatoni Bolognese$29.00

Penne a La Vodka$26.00

Linguini Fra Diavolo$32.00

Entrée

Gorgonzola Crusted Filet of Beef$43.00

Grilled Skirt Steak$41.00

Braised Short Ribs of Beef$39.00

Chicken Marsala$33.00

Pan-Seared Yellow Fin Tuna$34.00

Blackened Mahi-Mahi$35.00

Pistachio Crusted Salmon$34.00

Grilled Swordfish$36.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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FAQs

Does Theresa’s South offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Theresa’s South restaurant rated?

Is Theresa’s South currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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