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1. Piccola Italia
4.7
Exceptional(688)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Asbury Park
Booked 3 times today
Piccola Italia is a special occasion restaurant due to its high-quality, creative Italian cuisine and excellent service. With its elegant full bar and extensive wine list, it's an ideal spot for special occasions. Reviews frequently highlight the excellent food and service, with one reviewer even calling it 'absolutely fabulous' and 'one of the best Italian meals we’ve ever had.'
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2. Brando's
4.7
Exceptional(3774)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Asbury Park
Booked 23 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
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3. Trama's Trattoria
4.9
Exceptional(2435)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Long Branch
Booked 42 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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4. The Squire at Branches
4.7
Exceptional(334)
Price: Expensive
• American • Long Branch
Booked 2 times today
The Squire at Branches is a full-service restaurant and bar nestled in beautiful West Long Branch. This hidden Gem has gone through a major renovation, with an expansive bar, a beautifully-crafted wine room, and a gas-burning fire place. The electric menu was created by Chef Cliff Richardson; a culinary prodigy whose passion has taken him around the world. Experienced in Caribbean, French, Italian and American cuisine. Chef Richardson worked his way through the ranks at the Malliouhana Hotel under the leadership of Michelin Star Chef Michelle Rostang in Paris. The Squire is best known for their Surf & Turf Board- 32oz (CAB) Porterhouse Steak, 2 (6oz) Cold Water Lobster Tails, Pan Seared Dry Diver Scallops & Jumbo Shrimp accompanied with your choice of sides. The Squire is a MUST VISIT- with amazing food, beautiful ambiance and great service. - Happy Hour is Offered at our Bar and High-tops Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday 4pm-7pm
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5. Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(6268)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Long Branch
Booked 16 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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6. Gargiulos Tinton Falls
4.8
Exceptional(1250)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Tinton Falls
Booked 25 times today
After serving classic Neapolitan Cuisine for over 50 years in Brooklyn, three generations later, the Russo family has decided to bring the Gargiulo’s to Tinton Falls, New Jersey! Bringing along the food you love, the family traditions you cherish, and new memories that will last a lifetime – all without having to cross two bridges!’
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7. REYLA - Asbury Park
4.7
Exceptional(411)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Asbury Park
Booked 9 times today
We are a shared plate concept, dishes come to your table planned by our culinary team, designed for everyone to enjoy together. REYLA marries our most memorable experiences dining in the Middle East and beyond. We encourage you to dine with friends and family here; every dish is meant to be shared. Pop in for an electrifying, laid back experience.
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8. Avenue
4.3
Awesome(230)
Price: Expensive
• French • Long Branch
Booked 2 times today
Discovering the experience of dining in a place such as Cannes or Nice was never easier than now with the opening of the French Bistro and Raw Bar, Avenue. The only difference between dining at Avenue and dining along the Côte d'Azur, is that your gaze lands on waves on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean. Avenue is located along our side of the pond, on our own eastern shores in Long Branch, New Jersey. This gleaming new restaurant is designed by the internationally renowned architect David Collins, and the collaboration is nothing short of amazing.
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9. Barrio Costero- Asbury Park
4.6
Exceptional(519)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Asbury Park
Booked 8 times today
Nestled in the downtown area of Asbury Park, Barrio Costero invites you to immerse yourself in a culinary journey that blends the rich traditions of Mexican cuisine with the fresh, vibrant flavors of the coast. Under the guidance of our celebrated Head Chef, Isyufran Reyes, Barrio Costero offers a dynamic, seasonally rotating menu that highlights the best market-driven ingredients. Our chefs' passion for quality and simplicity shines through in every dish, from our signature tacos and colorful shared plates to the artisanal cocktails and an exquisite selection of the finest agave spirits.
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10. Woody's -Tinton Falls
4.7
Exceptional(624)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Tinton Falls
Booked 2 times today
Woody's in Tinton Falls is a Californian cuisine gem with a laid-back yet upscale atmosphere. It's the go-to place for fine-casual dining, offering a diverse menu with a unique twist on Southwestern dishes, including their famous fish tacos and fresh seafood. Their specialty drink, The Orange Crush, is a must-try and the extensive wine list is carefully curated to enhance your dining experience. As one review states, it's a 'great setting for any occasion' and is well-loved by the locals.
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  • Allyson
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We love to sit at the bar. The food is always 5* as are our cocktails. Bartender Shaun makes the evening for us. Raises the experience to another level. We are hooked!
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    Trama's TrattoriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Long Branch
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    4.9
  • domenickVIP
    New York City •48 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    A group of 5 ladies celebrating a birthday. This group has been friends since teen years and now all in our 70's. We selected Piccolo Italia because it is one of the best restaurants in Monmouth County. The atmosphere is relaxing and friendly. The owners are outstanding people and the FOOD is excellent. Chicken Milanese and Chicken Parm are highly recommended. Make a reservation and go asap
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    Piccola ItaliaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Asbury Park
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    4.7
  • RoccoVIP
    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Everything was outstanding. Our server did an incredible job.
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    Rooney's Oceanfront RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Long Branch
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    4.8
  • Jean Tomaselli
    New York City •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We had a fabulous Valentine’s Day dinner at The Squires last night. We were a party of four. We were greeted with a beautiful rose for the ladies in our party—a very nice and thoughtful touch. We had excellent service and we all enjoyed the food! The restaurant was decorated beautifully for Valentine’s Day! The owner, Steve was kind enough to stop at our table to welcome us and chat. He was such a gentleman! Our waiter, Corey was a delight and gave us excellent service. We love this restaurant and will continue to return time and time again!
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    The Squire at BranchesPrice: Expensive• American• Long Branch
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    4.7
  • David
    New York City •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Fun beautiful restaurant in Asbury Park. My friend had the Caesar salad which looked very good. I didn’t have an appetizer but many good options to choose from I had the seafood fradiablo which was excellent and very flavorful. The zeppolies for dessert was the winner, fantastic. I would go back to Brando’s an enjoyable dining experience.
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    Brando'sPrice: Expensive• Italian• Asbury Park
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    4.7

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