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Brando's, Asbury Park, NJ

Brando's

4.7
4.7
3726 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
21:00
Booked 23 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
Brando's was founded on the premise of great food made from quality ingredients, excellent service, and a warm atmosphere which we believe are the three elements of any enjoyable dining experience.

The chef/owner, Steven Botta, grew up in Brooklyn and learned many of recipes used at Brando's from his mother. Raised in this welcoming tradition, he believes when you enter Brando's, whether its your first time or your one hundredth time, you should always feel like they are dining with family.

Soulful Italian is the best way to describe our menu. Our culinary team has been trained at the finest culinary schools, and has over fifty years of combined experience. From our fresh pasta, to our line-caught fish, to our thirty-five day dry-aged steaks, the difference is discernible

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–22:00 Sun 15:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (732) 774-2222
  • Website
    http://www.brandosnj.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Steven Botta
  • Catering
    We offer upscale private parties
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining room available upon request, subject to availability
  • Location
    164 Main Street, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
  • Area
    Asbury Park
  • Cross Street
    Cookman
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking and metered lots at train station and on Lake Ave *Helpful hint: Free parking on Main Street, and pay-to-park municipal lot on Lake Ave, and parking garage on Bangs Ave
  • Public transit
    NJ Transit train directly accross the street.Asbury Park offers a seasonal "free ride" in a continuous loop from the boardwalk to the downtown- just flag it down...
  • Entertainment
    Tuesday: 20 select wines for $20/bottleWednesday: Burger Night!Thursday: Complimentary Select Dessert w/ purchase of dry-aged steakSunday: Grandma's Traditional Sunday Gravy $31/personMon-Fri: 4pm-6:30pm: Happy Hour (available at BAR Only)
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine

Menu

Antipasta

  • Pasta E FagioliUS$9.00

    Rustic Italian soup - pasta—organic cannellini beans

    • Zucchini FritteUS$10.00

      Fresh sliced panko crusted zucchini - garlic aioli dipping sauce

      • Tuscan WingsUS$10.00

        Free range jumbo chicken wings in extra virgin olive oil, lemon and fresh herbs, topped with caramelized onions

        • SpediniUS$12.00

          Layered mozzarella with rustic Italian bread - lightly fried - lemon anchovy - caper white wine sauce

          • Beggars PursesUS$11.00

            Crisp won-ton purses stuffed with sweet Italian sausage - ricotta- roasted peppers - garlic aioli - balsamic reduction

            • Crispy CalamariUS$13.00

              Lightly fried serve with serrano peppers - savory marinara

              • Zuppa Di ClamsUS$16.00

                Little neck clams - shaved fennel, red or white wine garlic basic broth

                • Clams OreganataUS$13.00

                  Little neck clams topped with roasted garlic and parsley

                  • Mussels Fra DiavoloUS$16.00

                    Spicy plum tomato sauce, garlic, rosemary and Sicilian long hots

                    • Jumbo Lump Crab And AvocadoUS$25.00

                      Jumbo lump crab, avocado, poached shrimp, lemon, mint

                      • BurataUS$19.00

                        Prosciutto, mixed olives, crostini

                        • Mozzarella CapreseUS$14.00

                          Imported buffalo mozzarella - baby tomatoes -roasted peppers - fresh basil

                          • Meatball InsalataUS$14.00

                            Two fried meatballs, one in Sunday gravy and the other with extra virgin olive oil and roasted garlic, served with old school salad in a red wine vinaigrette

                            • Polenta and MushroomsUS$15.00

                              Creamy polenta with butter and parmigiana-reggiano with mushrooms sautéed in marsala wine and shallots finished with truffle oil

                              • Eggplant TowerUS$14.00

                                Eggplant fried in homemade bread crumbs, layered with fresh mozzarella and tomato, topped with arugula and a balsamic reduction

                                Insalata

                                Try Our Fresh Pasta

                                • House SaladUS$10.00

                                  Mixed baby greens - cucumber - tomato - onion - white balsamic

                                  • Beet SaladUS$12.00

                                    Organic golden beets - whipped ricotta cheese - pistachio

                                    • Insalata CalabreseUS$12.00

                                      Baby arugula with shaved fennel and red onion, tossed in a citrus vinaigrette and topped with parmigiano-reggiano and blood orange slices

                                      • Brando's WedgeUS$12.00

                                        Crisp iceberg lettuce wedge - maytag chunky blue cheese dressing applewood smoked bacon

                                        • CarpaccioUS$15.00

                                          Prime filet mignon, baby arugula- tossed in black truffle oil and topped with shaved parmigiano-reggiano

                                          • Antipasto All'ItalianaUS$16.00

                                            italian cured meats and cheeses

                                            Wood Oven Pizzette

                                            Friday and Saturday served until 7pm

                                            • Classic NeapolitanUS$12.00

                                              Fresh mozzarella, plum tomato and parmigiano-reggiano finished with extra virgin olive oil and basil

                                              • PalermoUS$16.00

                                                Slow cooked plum tomato with roasted garlic and onions topped with fresh buffalo mozzarella and parmigiano-reggiano finished with extra virgin olive oil and basil

                                                • White TruffleUS$14.00

                                                  Fresh mozzarella - truffle - exotic mushrooms -ricotta - pesto drizzle

                                                  • Prima Tartufi

                                                    Fresh mozzarella white pie with roasted garlic - grape tomato - extra virgin olive oil topped with arugula tossed in truffle oil- finished with prosciutto and parmigiano reggiano

                                                    • CalabriaUS$18.00

                                                      Fresh mozzarella with roasted garlic - caramelized red onion and long hot peppers finished with extra virgin olive oil and parmigiano-reggiano

                                                      Pastas

                                                      gluten free and whole wheat pasta available upon request

                                                      • Rigatoni VodkaUS$18.00

                                                        Crispy pancetta sauteed with shallots in a tomato cream sauce

                                                        • Fusilli Alla PrimaveraUS$18.00

                                                          Fusilli pasta - medley of organic roasted vegetables - roasted garlic - Sicilian extra virgin olive oil

                                                          • Pacheri MeatballsUS$20.00

                                                            Our classic meatballs and pasta "old school" topped with ricotta

                                                            • Gnocchi "Three Way"US$19.00

                                                              Homemade ricotta basil gnocchi- savory marinara sauce- basil pesto creamy alfredo sauce

                                                              • OrecchietteUS$20.00

                                                                Broccoli rabe and sausage

                                                                • Linguini VongoleUS$20.00

                                                                  Vongole finished with white wine - garlic -roasted garlic extra virgin olive oil

                                                                  • Rigatoni BologneseUS$22.00

                                                                    Our famous classic bolognese - homemade ricotta

                                                                    • Bucatini Tomato And BasilUS$22.00

                                                                      Fresh tomatoes slow cooked - infused with garlic and basil oil - finished with parmigiano -reggiano

                                                                      • Pasta Al FornoUS$26.00

                                                                        Fusilli pasta - pancetta and shallots in a brandy cream sauce - topped with radicchio - baby shrimp finished with mozzarella and basil - served in a foil pouch

                                                                        • Linguini SinatraUS$28.00

                                                                          Shrimp - scallops - clams - gaeta olives - capers - light marinara

                                                                          • Pappardelle ToscanaUS$29.00

                                                                            Scallops - jumbo shrimp - spicy garlic sauce

                                                                            • Seafood Fra DiavoloUS$34.00

                                                                              Shrimp - mussels - clams - lobster in a spicy red sauce - finished with extra virgin olive oil and basil over tagliatelle

                                                                              Carne

                                                                              Ask About Our 35 Day Dry Aged Steak Selection P/a

                                                                              • Chicken FranceseUS$22.00

                                                                                Free range chicken breast francaise style - white asparagus - capers - white wine lemon sauce - crispy risotto ball

                                                                                • Chicken CapriccioUS$22.00

                                                                                  Free range chicken breasts sauteed in marsala wine - garlic - mushroomsasparagus tips - crispy risotto ball

                                                                                  • Chicken SavoyUS$24.00

                                                                                    Bell & Evans chicken on the bone - balsamic reduction - parmesan garlic crust - crispy risotto ball

                                                                                    • Chicken ScarparielloUS$26.00

                                                                                      Bell & Evans chicken on the bone sauteed with sausage - potato - bell and serrano peppers - lemon - herbs - garlic

                                                                                      • Organic Hanger SteakUS$28.00

                                                                                        Organix raised hanger steak served sliced - smashed potato - organic root vegetables

                                                                                        • Filet MignonUS$32.00

                                                                                          10oz prime filet - smashed potato - organic root vegetables - barolo demi

                                                                                          • Pork Chop BrandoUS$26.00

                                                                                            14oz Berkshire pork chop - hot and sweet peppers - garlic - onions - bacon and onion potato tart

                                                                                            • Veal CucinaUS$28.00

                                                                                              Pan sauteed veal scallopini - sweet and hot peppers - onions - white winekiss of marinara

                                                                                              • Veal NapoleonUS$28.00

                                                                                                Medallions of veal scaloppini stacked with crimini mushrooms - savory wine truffle reduction - shoestring potatoes

                                                                                                • Veal Chop FuocoUS$42.00

                                                                                                  14oz prime veal chop simply seasoned and broiled - Italian long hot peppers - potato tart

                                                                                                  • Veal Chop MilaneseUS$42.00

                                                                                                    Double cut prime milk fed veal chop pounded thin - lightly breaded arugula salad - baby tomatoes

                                                                                                    • Veal Chop ParmigianaUS$42.00

                                                                                                      Double cut prime milk fed veal chop pounded thin - lightly breaded - savory marinara sauce - homemade mozzarella

                                                                                                      • Stuffed Veal ChopUS$42.00

                                                                                                        Double cut prime milk fed veal chop stuffed with fresh figs - asiago cheese - wild mushroom cognac sauce - bacon potato tart

                                                                                                        Pesce

                                                                                                        • Spicy Garlic ShrimpUS$30.00

                                                                                                          Jumbo shrimp sauteed in a spicy garlic sauce- risotto

                                                                                                          • Peasant ShrimpUS$30.00

                                                                                                            Jumbo shrimp sauteed in garlic and Sicilian olive oil - hot and sweet peppers - cannellini beans - white wine sauce - risotto ball

                                                                                                            • Chilean Sea BassUS$34.00

                                                                                                              Eggplant caponata - shoestring sweet potatoes

                                                                                                              • TunaUS$30.00

                                                                                                                WIld mushroom farrotto - sherry vinaigrette

                                                                                                                • ScallopsUS$32.00

                                                                                                                  Zucchini "3 way" risotto - pistachio brown butter

                                                                                                                  • BrodettoUS$34.00

                                                                                                                    Lobster - scallops- fish of the day- jumbo shrimp - mussel - clams in a traditional Mediterranean tomato broth

                                                                                                                    • BranzinoUS$34.00

                                                                                                                      Roasted whole Mediterranean sea bass - beluga black lentils - white wine - capers - lemon

                                                                                                                      • Angry Lobster "Arrabiata"

                                                                                                                        Fresh Maine lobster in the shell - cut in pieces - sauteed in Sicilian olive oil - basil - hot pepper - garlic - white wine

                                                                                                                        • MP

                                                                                                                      Contorti

                                                                                                                      • Italian Long Hot Peppers with GarlicUS$9.00

                                                                                                                        • Crispy Risotto CakesUS$9.00

                                                                                                                          • Potato TartUS$9.00

                                                                                                                            • Asparagus Sauteed in Garlic and OilUS$9.00

                                                                                                                              • Broccoli Rabe Sauteed in Garlic and OilUS$9.00

                                                                                                                                • Mashed PotatoUS$9.00

                                                                                                                                  • Truffle RisottoUS$12.00

                                                                                                                                    • Lobster Mac & CheeseUS$20.00

                                                                                                                                      Last updated: 3 February 2022

                                                                                                                                      What 3,726 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
                                                                                                                                      • 4.7Ambience
                                                                                                                                      • 4.4Value

                                                                                                                                      Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                                                      Loved For

                                                                                                                                      • Monmouth

                                                                                                                                        Great for fine wines

                                                                                                                                      • Monmouth

                                                                                                                                        Good for special occasions

                                                                                                                                      • Monmouth

                                                                                                                                        Italian

                                                                                                                                      Review summary

                                                                                                                                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                                                      Brando's in Asbury Park is a standout Italian restaurant known for its "fantastic" service and "amazing" food. Consistently delivering a "stellar" dining experience, guests rave about the homemade gnocchi and veal dishes. The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it perfect for special occasions. Highly recommended by many patrons!

                                                                                                                                      3,727 Reviews

                                                                                                                                      1. Jeff

                                                                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                                                        Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                        Food and service are consistently amazing! Easily one of my favorite restaurant.

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                                                                                                                                      2. Craig

                                                                                                                                        Atlantic City

                                                                                                                                        8 reviews

                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                        8 reviews

                                                                                                                                        Dined on 14 December 2024

                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                        Great experience. A bit pricey however but you get what you pay for

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                                                                                                                                      3. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                                                        3.0

                                                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                                                        Dined on 14 December 2024

                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                                                                                        3. Service 4
                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                        Christmas Luncheon

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                                                                                                                                      4. Anthony

                                                                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                                                                        10 reviews

                                                                                                                                        2.0

                                                                                                                                        10 reviews

                                                                                                                                        Dined on 13 December 2024

                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 2
                                                                                                                                        2. Food 4
                                                                                                                                        3. Service 2
                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                                                        We decided to give Brando’s a second chance. It’s the same rush rush rush. We get there an hour earlier to sit at the bar and 10 minutes before our reservation time, we are ordered off the bar, time to be seated. They assign one person to hover over the table to make sure your dining experience is moving along at a rapid pace. If you’re looking for a relaxing, no pressure, evening this is not the place. Food is good but atmosphere terrible. We ate at a table near the bar, noisy as heck. We wont be going back.

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                                                                                                                                      5. William

                                                                                                                                        VIP

                                                                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                        1 review

                                                                                                                                        Dined on 13 December 2024

                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                        Problem is that when we arrived we asked if ok to sit at the bar and of course hostess said yes but now open table wants to charge me for not showing up .

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                                                                                                                                      6. Paul

                                                                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                                                                        3.0

                                                                                                                                        3 reviews

                                                                                                                                        Dined on 12 December 2024

                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 3
                                                                                                                                        2. Food 3
                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                        Very expensive, service was good. The food was not great for the price.

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                                                                                                                                      7. Lucille

                                                                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                        2 reviews

                                                                                                                                        Dined on 11 December 2024

                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                        Everything about Brand's is outstanding. I always look forward to going.

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                                                                                                                                      8. Patti

                                                                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                                                                        67 reviews

                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                        67 reviews

                                                                                                                                        Dined on 6 December 2024

                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                        3. Service 3
                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                                                        Waitstaff good , esp busboys. Food , outstanding , including mussel s, halibut, pork chop . Bartender was superb , a wonderful evening overall.

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                                                                                                                                      9. annabel

                                                                                                                                        New York City

                                                                                                                                        20 reviews

                                                                                                                                        5.0

                                                                                                                                        20 reviews

                                                                                                                                        Dined on 5 December 2024

                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 5
                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                        We go to Brando’s for special occasions because it’s that kind of place! We ordered the special pasta as an appetizer to share and it was excellent. Two had the special ossobucca, I had the stuffed veal chop as usual !!!, and our son had the veal special. We splurged on a red wine from the Planeta vineyard in Sicily and, well, that was so good we ordered a second bottle. The drinks at Brando’s are comparable to an upscale nyc bar. And the staff is superb as is the ambience.

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                                                                                                                                      10. Susan

                                                                                                                                        VIP

                                                                                                                                        Atlantic City

                                                                                                                                        17 reviews

                                                                                                                                        4.0

                                                                                                                                        17 reviews

                                                                                                                                        Dined on 4 December 2024

                                                                                                                                        1. Overall 4
                                                                                                                                        2. Food 5
                                                                                                                                        3. Service 5
                                                                                                                                        4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                                                        I have never had a bad meal at Brando’s and last night was delicious

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                                                                                                                                      FAQs

                                                                                                                                      Brando's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 774-2222.

                                                                                                                                      Brando's is rated 4.7 stars by 3726 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                                                                      2 people
                                                                                                                                      21:00
                                                                                                                                      Booked 23 times today

                                                                                                                                      Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                                                      Google Map for Brando's

                                                                                                                                      164 Main Street, Asbury Park, NJ 07712

                                                                                                                                      Additional information

                                                                                                                                      • Cross Street
                                                                                                                                        Cookman
                                                                                                                                      • Area
                                                                                                                                        Asbury Park
                                                                                                                                      • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                                                        Mon–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–22:00 Sun 15:00–21:00
                                                                                                                                      • Price
                                                                                                                                        $31 to $50
                                                                                                                                      • Cuisines
                                                                                                                                        Italian, Steak
                                                                                                                                      • Dining style
                                                                                                                                        Casual Elegant
                                                                                                                                      • Dress code
                                                                                                                                        Smart Casual
                                                                                                                                      • Parking details
                                                                                                                                        Metered street parking and metered lots at train station and on Lake Ave *Helpful hint: Free parking on Main Street, and pay-to-park municipal lot on Lake Ave, and parking garage on Bangs Ave
                                                                                                                                      • Public transit
                                                                                                                                        NJ Transit train directly accross the street.Asbury Park offers a seasonal "free ride" in a continuous loop from the boardwalk to the downtown- just flag it down...
                                                                                                                                      • Payment Options
                                                                                                                                        AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                                                      • Executive Chef
                                                                                                                                        Steven Botta
                                                                                                                                      • Entertainment
                                                                                                                                        Tuesday: 20 select wines for $20/bottleWednesday: Burger Night!Thursday: Complimentary Select Dessert w/ purchase of dry-aged steakSunday: Grandma's Traditional Sunday Gravy $31/personMon-Fri: 4pm-6:30pm: Happy Hour (available at BAR Only)
                                                                                                                                      • Additional
                                                                                                                                        Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine
                                                                                                                                      • Website
                                                                                                                                        http://www.brandosnj.com/
                                                                                                                                      • Phone number
                                                                                                                                        (732) 774-2222
                                                                                                                                      • Catering
                                                                                                                                        We offer upscale private parties
                                                                                                                                      • Private party facilities
                                                                                                                                        Private dining room available upon request, subject to availability
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