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A photo of Proving Ground Waterfront Dining restaurant
1. Proving Ground Waterfront Dining
4.4
Awesome(1282)
Price: Moderate
• American • Highlands
Booked 7 times today
THE STORY BEHIND THE PROVING GROUND…WE TOOK A LITTLE HISTORY FROM THE AREA WHEN NAMING AND DESIGNING THE RESTAURANT AFTER THE SANDY HOOK PROVING GROUNDS. ESTABLISHED IN 1874, IT BECAME THE FIRST US ARMY PROVING GROUND TO TEST ARTILLERY AND OTHER MATERIALS. AND THAT’S WHAT WE ARE ALL ABOUT – TESTING NEW MENU ITEMS AND SPECIALIZING IN THE NEWEST CRAFT BEER AND COCKTAILS. WE LIKE TO MIX IT UP WITH OUR EVENTS, MUSIC, AND EXPERIENCE TO ALWAYS KEEP THINGS FRESH AND FUN.
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2. Bahrs Landing
4.7
Exceptional(2688)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Highlands
Booked 12 times today
We are open for Outdoor and Indoor dining and takeout only from 11:30 AM-9:00 P.M. 7 days. Since 1917 the Bahrs family has been serving fresh seafood, big lobsters and choice steaks. Located at the entrance to Sandy Hook National Seashore, Bahrs Landing features outdoor “Dockside Dining”. One of the Jersey Shore’s true landmark establishments, it is truly the quintessential Jersey seafood dining experience! SUMMER NOTE: We do NOT take reservations for outdoor seating. We have expanded our outdoor waterfront dining options. For a table see our host stand outside by the Tiki Bar. To order take out, go to our website. Also available for walk up orders at our host stand. Dock and Dine on board your boat in our marina is an option as well. Mask are optional.
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3. Brothers Daley
4.7
Exceptional(81)
Price: Expensive
• Irish • Sea Bright
Booked 10 times today
Located in the heart of Sea Bright, Brothers Daley promises a storied atmosphere that pays homage to traditional Irish culture here at the heart of the vibrant Jersey Shore community. Our high-quality kitchen offers a diverse and mouth-watering menu crafted by Executive Chef Justin Skribner and Chef de Cuisine Ryan Bush. Pair your meal with a selection from our full bar, featuring an array of beers, wines, and crafted cocktails that cater to all tastes.
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4. DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke
4.7
Exceptional(2241)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Sea Bright
Booked 8 times today
We are open to the public all year round! Please visit our website https://drifthousedb.com/ to join our VIP rewards program. At DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke you will find our menu features American plates as a reflection of chef David Burke’s contemporary approach to cooking, with a nod to elevated local area classics. We encourage any party size up to 10 guests to book through OpenTable as we have recently updated our platform to accept larger parties up to 10 guests. For larger parties, we recommend reserving an earlier or later time slot to cultivate an optimal dining experience. Any parties larger than 10, please call us or leave us a message. Be sure to join our VIP Loyalty Program. We reward our guests with 1 points for every $1 spent! Thank You
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5. The Rum Runner
4.5
Awesome(2631)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Sea Bright
Booked 7 times today
Welcome to the newly rebuilt, redesigned, and re-imagined Rum Runner! Although a lot has changed over the years, we still look to provide you and your family with same great experience you have come to remember and love. As always, we are featuring exquisite cuisine, paired wine, and creative drinks. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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6. Beach Tavern
4.3
Awesome(1503)
Price: Expensive
• American • Long Branch
Booked 9 times today
Waterfront restaurant serving steaks, seafood, raw bar, pizza & pasta. Located on the Shrewsbury River in the Channel Club Marina. For parties of 5 of more please call to check availability at (732)-870-8999. Sunday brunch will be coming soon!Happy hour is available Monday- Thursday 12pm-6pm bar and high top tables. Saturday 12pm-4pm and All day Sunday! Please note outdoor seating is limited and on weekends we do not take outdoor reservations, it is walk-in only. Outdoor dining cannot accommodate party sizes larger than 8. Reservations are for indoor dining ONLY.
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7. Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(6145)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Long Branch
Booked 20 times today
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant is a unique dining experience since Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant, a unique dining experience since 1995, has a picturesque location on the famous New Jersey Shore in historical Long Branch. A huge bi-level outdoor deck brings diners even closer to the breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean. The decor is truly designed to give patrons a sense of closeness to the sea.Rooney’s provides innovative, diverse dishes with the concept of fresh seafood at the heart of its cuisine. The menus at Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant continually change to offer a different dining experience at each and every visit to this exciting oceanfront restaurant. The stylish architecture, relaxed setting and creative menus make this year-round oceanfront restaurant a favorite on the Jersey ShoreIt's a big ocean...someone has to embrace it.
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8. The Dining Room - Molly Pitcher Inn
4.7
Exceptional(1237)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Red Bank
Booked 9 times today
The Molly Pitcher Inn prides itself not only in its fine dining menu but also its service and atmosphere. It is an ideal setting for that special occasion or just an elegant dining experience. Under the crystal chandeliers of our Dining Room, we serve some the most tantalizing cuisine in all of New Jersey. Our panoramic windows provide a truly breathtaking vista. No matter what season or time of day, the quiet stillness of the Navesink River envelops all who dine here.
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9. Trama's Trattoria
4.9
Exceptional(2381)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Long Branch
Booked 30 times today
Trama's Trattoria is an Italian eatery located in the West End area of Long Branch, NJ. Chef Trama has a strong following with food and wine aficionados due to his fierce commitment to quality, consistency and attention to detail. Chef Trama uses the highest-quality local, farm to table ingredients according to the seasons when they are at their optimum taste.
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10. Pazzo Restaurant
4.3
Awesome(4594)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Red Bank
Booked 35 times today
Pazzo is an Italian restaurant in Red Bank serving a variety of traditional menu items, along with several unique family recipes and other creative fare. Our Italian cuisine is made with the freshest ingredients from local farms and importers direct from Italy. Wines, craft beers and exclusive cocktails are paired with our dishes to enhance your dining experience. We also offer Gluten Free pizzas and pastas!

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  • lyn
    New York City •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    I very seldom write reviews, but had to make sure I recognized Bahrs Landing. I have visited often - when "we drove down the shore", now I live here. The occasion for our visit last evening was my son's birthday and we had a wonder table by the water which helped with the little ones. The staff from the host to the server were amazing. The tone they set is so welcoming and friendly that it just compliments the great food! Bahrs is a jersey landmark and has been part of our state's dining expience since 1917 You don't stay in the restaurant business for that long without being exceptional. Thank you to the staff of Bahr's
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    Bahrs LandingPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Highlands
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    4.7
  • Terryvip
    New York City •87 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Our party of six really enjoyed our evening at Rum Runner. Our server was terrific (I'm sorry I didn't get her name) - professional, friendly. The cocktails and wine were excellent. Everyone enjoyed the appetizers (ahi tuna nachos & jerk chicken lettuce cups), and the entrees were very good. My only critique was that my Betty salad with sesame ahi tuna was drenched in dressing. Other than that, a terrific evening at a beautiful venue.
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    The Rum RunnerPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sea Bright
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    4.5
  • Kirill
    New York City •10 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The food was good, service attentive, the place had energetic ambiance of a sports bar.
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    Proving Ground Waterfront DiningPrice: Moderate• American• Highlands
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    4.4
  • Paulo
    New Jersey •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Very well received and service, the food could not be better, a spectacle I will return.
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    DRIFTHOUSE by David BurkePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sea Bright
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    4.7
  • loreenvip
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 16 Nov 2024
    Another wonderful dinner! Great service!!!! Amazing atmosphere. We are never disappointed.
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    Brothers DaleyPrice: Expensive• Irish• Sea Bright
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    4.7

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