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Rue 561 Bistro, Toms River, NJ

Rue 561 Bistro

4.8
4.8
458 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Neighbourhood gem
B.Y.O.B. Bistro, we are not your typical restaurant dining experience. Our mission is to bring the best tasting highest sustainable foods from all over the world to the shore. A local bistro with an innovative touch of the future with modernized trendy dishes that will satisfy. We only use the Highest of quality hand cut meats and wild caught seafoods that are crafted to perfection located off the jersey shore coast.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, International, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (732) 503-4308
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Imer Jose Garcia

What 458 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Ocean

    Best Ambience

  • Ocean

    Innovative

  • Ocean

    Healthy

  • Ocean

    Romantic

  • Ocean

    Good for special occasions

  • Ocean

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rue 561 Bistro shines as a "hidden gem" in Toms River, offering exceptional food and service. The ambiance is intimate and delightful, perfect for special occasions. Notable dishes include the Tomahawk steak and truffle ricotta appetizer. "Service was exquisite," with attentive staff and a friendly owner. Highly recommended!

458 Reviews
  1. Arek

    Orlando

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    My visit was just ok :/ For the food prices they offer there is no alcohol and proposition from the bartender: “you can bring your own alcohol, near by is liquor store where you can buy it” is unexpected in my opinion for the “classy” restaurant/bistro
    Rue 561 BistroResponded today
    Hi Arek, thank you for your excellent rating (5 and 4 star) related to your food and service. Sorry you were surprised that we are a BYOB, and which is advertised on our Website. Since we are not authorized to serve alcohol our staff responded appropriately we are a "bring your own" establishment (BYOB) and often customers are directed to a nearby liquor store when they were unaware when booking. Food prices are never reflective of alcohol served at a restaurant - it should be the quality of food offered and customarily a restaurant that offers alcohol can make more adjustments to food prices b/c they are able to make it up in alcohol sales.....

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  2. Roxann

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The server was great. Disappointed that there was no bucatini, which is why I went there the last two times. I looked online and it must have been an old menu, because it said that it was on the menu.
    Rue 561 BistroResponded today
    Hi Roann, thank you for taking the time to write your favorable review. I am so sorry that the menu you reviewed on line did not reflect the most current menu. we do change from time to time but if we receive your request in advance we may be able to accommodate you in the future. We are sorry that your did not get the Bucatini. We will note this request. The most up do date menu should be posted on your website which should also reflect any weekly specials.

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  3. George

    Wilmington

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Chris was great. Food came out at the right pace . The dishes had great presentation and delicious as well. There are no restaurants in the area that serve these types of quality dishes with wonderful presentation. Don’t miss this place. Extra bonus, BYOB!

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  4. Janet

    VIP

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Living 30 minutes north of TR in an area full of great restaurants, we were hesitant to give it a try. All I can say is it was well worth the trip! Everything was spectacular; charming ambiance, excellent waiter and service, gracious owner, BYOB (always a nice bonus) and most importantly fantastic food! We started with Caesar salad which was delicious. For dinner we shared the bone-in rib eye which was cooked to perfection, the truffle gnocchi special, onion rings and yucca fries, all were absolutely scrumptious! For dessert, we enjoyed a beautifully layered cappuccino along with the most outstanding churros we’ve ever tasted! We highly recommend this hidden gem and can’t wait to return!

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  5. Lauren

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We LOVE Rue 561!!! It’s always consistent and the food is amazing ! Never had a bad meal here! Perfect for date night! Also, the staff is also amazing !!! Chris the server is the BEST ! Keep up the good work!! 👏🏻

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  6. LUIS

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Third time at this restaurant and it didn't disappoint. The food and service are always impecable with fresh ingredients and great flavors. The owner greets us at the table and engaged in a pleasant conversation. Very reasonable priced for the quality, added by the fact that it is BYOB. Highly recommended.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    France

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place! Cozy vibe, amazing food, great service. Have brought many friends here and everyone loves it. Also great for a date night!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful atmosphere, high end service, high end delicious food. Worth every penny, we will be back! Top quality Chefs! A must go to restaurant. Thank you all!

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  9. Barbara

    New York City

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and the food is superb. Limited in scope of menu. Quiet place for a nice dinner with friends or significant other.

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  10. peter

    London

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Decor, service & food were outstanding. A high-end gem down the Jersey shore. This was our first experience but certainly not our last.

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Rue 561 Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 458 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Rue 561 Bistro

561 Fischer Blvd, Toms River, NJ 08753-6275

Additional information

  • Area
    Toms River
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, International, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Imer Jose Garcia
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options
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