Best Romantic Restaurants in Bay Head

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodGrillComfort Food

Regions

MonmouthOcean

Areas

Asbury ParkBelmarBradley BeachBrickManasquanNeptune

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine wines

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeaway only

Seating options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

22 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Poached Pear Bistro restaurant

1. Poached Pear Bistro

4.9

Exceptional(3939)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Point Pleasant Beach

Booked 20 times today

THE POACHED PEAR BISTRO Located at 816 Arnold Ave in the beautiful shore community of Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey The Poached Pear Bistro is a stylish, yet family friendly, BYO contemporary American restaurant featuring excellent food and reasonable prices in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Chef-owner Scott Giordano, formerly executive chef at Whispers in Spring Lake, NJ, and sous chef at the Saddle River Inn in Saddle River, NJ, and his highly professional kitchen and wait staff are committed to providing patrons with a truly pleasing and memorable dining experience.

A photo of Shipwreck Grill - Brielle restaurant

2. Shipwreck Grill - Brielle

4.8

Exceptional(2295)

££££Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Point Pleasant Beach

Booked 27 times today

Shipwreck GrillNestled near the docks on the Manasquan River, in beautiful Brielle, N.J., the casual but elegant Shipwreck Grill awaits you.Our Staff is eager to create a memorable evening for you using the best cuts of meat, the freshest seafood and finest ingredients assembled by trained and dedicated chefs and served by our friendly and professional servers. Our bar utilizes the freshest ingredients for our cocktails. With over 150 bottles of wines on our wine list we have something for everyone. We seek out hard-to-find boutique wineries for bottles that you can't find anywhere else.

3. Blend on Main

4.8

Exceptional(2763)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Manasquan

Booked 14 times today

Blend on Main is a romantic spot according to many reviews. One reviewer mentioned it's 'nice and romantic' atmosphere, while another appreciated the 'lovely and romantic ambience'. Its exceptional service, delicious food, and great ambiance make it a perfect place for a date night.

4. Scarborough Fair

4.6

Exceptional(2406)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Manasquan

Booked 13 times today

This restaurant was a farmhouse from 1879 to 1969.Now, it is winning OpenTable’s “Diner’s Choice Award” for Romantic. Now, if you Google “romantic restaurants” and you are close to Sea Girt, NJ, Scarborough Fair Restaurant will be the first result!Scarborough Fair has the most unique, romantic ambiance in Central New Jersey. It is like no place you have ever been to.Have a spontaneous romantic dinner there. If you like quiet, and want to guarantee a romantic table, go on a week night. You will love the romantic atmosphere. Enjoy our delicious eclectic cuisine in this neighborhood gem.

5. Half Moon Point

4.8

Exceptional(1607)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Point Pleasant Beach

Booked 12 times today

Half Moon Point is the perfect place for a romantic evening. Reviewers frequently mention the 'amazing', 'relaxed atmosphere' and 'beautiful' decor. One reviewer even celebrated their anniversary there and found the ambiance 'even with young children next to us'. The food and service are consistently praised, creating a 'comforting', 'fun & convivial' atmosphere.

A photo of Cordi's Italian Gourmet restaurant

6. Cordi's Italian Gourmet

4.8

Exceptional(950)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Brick

Booked 5 times today

Visit Cordi's Italian Gourmet today and enjoy a truly unique Italian menu served with perfection. We proudly serve only the natural French cut meats and in-house prime cuts and steaks. With 30 years of combined experience, we serve the finest Italian food in all of New Jersey.

7. Whispers

4.7

Exceptional(2144)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Spring Lake

Booked 4 times today

Whispers is the perfect place for a romantic evening. The Victorian ambiance, with its crystal chandeliers and elegant fine dining, sets the tone for a special night out. As one reviewer put it, 'The ambiance is very nice. Tables a little too close together. The dining room was full. Noise just a little too much. There was a smaller dining room with almost no one in it which have been used for the over flow crowd.' It's a quiet and comfortable spot for conversation and intimate moments.

8. The Grand Tavern

4.9

Exceptional(1160)

££££Price: Expensive

• American • Neptune

Booked 40 times today

Beef, fat, butter and cream. Isn’t life Grand?#beeffatbutterandcream#isntlifegrand

9. Brando's

4.7

Exceptional(3791)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Asbury Park

Booked 40 times today

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

10. AP Rooftop

4.7

Exceptional(364)

££££Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Asbury Park

Booked 36 times today

On top of the 5th Avenue pavilion in Asbury Park.A sophisticated look with a comfortable vibe including two fireplaces & a lounge area.

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Maryann
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was very good. Our server Harry was very attentive.
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Half Moon PointPrice: Moderate• American• Point Pleasant Beach
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4.8
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ZaffsVIP
Greater Boston •35 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fabulous risotto and mushroom bisque, great wine list ana creative desserts
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Shipwreck Grill - BriellePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Point Pleasant Beach
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4.8
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barry
New York City •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The value for this restaurant is that it is a BYOB.. The atmosphere is lively but also cozy with the fireplaces running. We ordered the pork chop, the best my spouse has every had and an amazing size. The special crab cakes were also the best I'd ever had. Would definitely come back.
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Blend on MainPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Manasquan
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4.8
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JudyVIP
New York City •51 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This is a great place for a special occasion. Service was excellent as was the food. I will be back for sure.
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Scarborough FairPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Manasquan
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4.6
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Cindy
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 Mar 2025
Excellent evening all around and a great way to usher in 60!
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Poached Pear BistroPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Point Pleasant Beach
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4.9

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