Bars near Monmouth Beach

“Boyle's is an enduring neighborhood bar that has been in business for decades. It's unassuming and sits in the middle of a quiet residential neighborhood. Don't let that deter you from visiting. The drinks are very good and the staff is consistently friendly and accommodating.“

“We decided to grab dinner here last minute and we really enjoyed it! For appetizers my husband ordered New England clam chowder while I ordered the lobster bisque - both were very large portions with tons of fresh clams and lobster chunks. We also split the garlic steamed clams which were delicious. For entrees, I ordered the salmon while my husband ordered the steak frites; everything was seasoned and cooked perfectly. We finished off with both raspberry and mango sorbet for dessert. Our server was attentive and personable. There was also live music offering a great ambiance. We can’t wait to come back for another great experience!“

“I have been trying to get a table her for awhile- the wait was well worth it! I had low expectations because the food quality at the jersey shore often disappoints. This place was extraordinary. A solid 10. I had the Halubut and my son the burger. When I finished my last bite- I could have cried. We ordered the Arancini balls for first course- we both took a bite and looked at each other, speechless. For dessert, the only choice was a carrot cake- which I normally would not order- but did. Like nothing I have ever had. Finally, our server was great- responsive, fun- nice and made great suggestions. You know it was a good meal when you wake up the next day thinking about it- and trying your figure out when you can get back there. Bravo, Grand Tavern?“

“I love this place. Sitting by it self away from the hustle and bustle from long branch shopping center, Rooney’s is king of oceanfront dining any season. We went in April, it’s awesome to have dinner indoors during winter months watching the ocean. The atmosphere is warm, friendly and upscale. The bar is huge. The angry lobster and char grilled oysters is a must try. My seven year old loved it. That alone tells you something. The drinks are awesome, service is impeccable.My personal shore fave❤️.“

“Beautiful upstairs indoor-outdoor bar upstairs open seasonally.Satisfying steaks. Delicious collard greens. The best I’ve ever had!Live music on Monday’s.Great specialty cocktails. Bourbon slushy is a must! I’m not typically a burbon drinker but the flavors within this drink mix together so well.Bread pudding desert was average.R bar is a hidden gem in Asbury Park.“

“I was so impressed with The Squire, I had to write my very first review of a venue.On April 20, 2024, I held my daughter-in-law’s baby shower at The Squire at Branches in West Long Branch. NJ.My daughter-in-law saw an Instagram post on the restaurant, and we decided to schedule an appointment, as pictures can be deceiving.The venue was really very pretty. I always check out the restrooms in a restaurant or venue before making a decision – The Squires’ rest rooms were exceptionally clean and beautifully appointed with designer soap pumps and lotion and nice hand towels.We chose to have the shower on the restaurant side. The lobby was so lovely with a place for guests to take photos, a place for the welcome sign and seating chart / cards, etc. before entering the reception room for the shower. Artificial flowers hung from the ceiling giving it a soft elegant appearance. Each of the windows was adorn with flowers and candles as was the fireplace. Gorgeous room!We chose the Breakfast Brunch Menu for our guests. Although their Brunch menu is extensive, I chose to add an Omelet Station and an extra Hot Station. I probably didn't have to add anything extra as there was a lot of food! The presentation of all the stations, cold and hot, was exceptional! My guests kept raving about the food. Several went back for second and third helpings.I was told there would be a screen behind the hot station tables to hide any tables and chairs not in use. This was not just a plain old screen or room divider. It was a beautifully detailed wall that matched the other walls in the room. Again gorgeous!The sales manager, Stacie, was a pleasure to work with, and let’s not forget about the bartender and wait staff ladies. So very professional, helpful, and accommodating. Knowing that I was busy with my guests and activities, the staff was very attentive, always checking with me to see if I needed anything.I only wish I knew about The Squire at Branches before this year. Without a doubt, I would have held my other parties here too.“

“The salmon was one of the best salmon dishes I've ever had. Lovely location near the ocean. Our server was thoughtful and knowledgeable. We will save this restaurant for special occasions since it'sa bit of a drive, but we will definitely be back.“

“This was my first time here and I will definitely be coming back. There is a beautiful view, friendly atmosphere, food was delicious, but most importantly the service was excellent. Vickie was very friendly and attentive. Mister C’s is the place to be.“

“I absolutely love the atmosphere thie place has. It's warm and inviting. The food is always great and consistent. I've ordered the streak frites and it's delicious like melts in mouth tender and flavorful. The bread with cheese is ridiculous as a starter meaning it's amazing. The specials are always good and fresh. Great friendly staff with a great view and consistent great food.Vegetarian options: Good options“

“We recently hosted my husband's 50th Birthday at the Elbow Room and it was amazing. The staff was incredible along with the food and ambiance. The staff ensured that every single detail was handled perfectly from start to finish (even coordinated with our outside vendors). All of our guests really enjoyed themselves and we look forward to hosting more events here in the future!“

“Staff seems to be limited, but your service does not suffer. They serve generous portions of delicious food! Parking is in the rear or the building in a general lot. No fee for parking. Upstairs provides a scenic view. The restaurant works well for couples, friends and families.“

“We’ve been coming to Seafarer since it first opened, when it was Highlands best kept secret. We’re happy for their success! Cocktails are great, the food truck is convenient, and this is one of our favorite spots for Dock N Dine. Always plenty of boat parking! 10/10. Great vibes.“

“This was an absolute hidden gem! We were trying to find something midway for our friends meeting us and decided to try it. What a pleasant surprise! Our waiter was super nice and provided great service. They even accommodated a special request of clams on the half shell, and they were great. Shrimp scampi over linguine was tasty and lobster ravioli was delicious and even came with half a lobster tail. Desserts were great too. Definitely will be back. Ambiance was a little dated, but it was clean including the bathrooms.“

“Fun, casual place with a water view. Near the Seastreak dock in the Highlands. The food is great, with a full bar and knowledgeable, friendly staff. Outdoor bar and seating in summer. Upstairs but there is an elevator. Can be a little noisy but hey, people are enjoying themselves!! (BTW, the New England clam chowder is the real deal!!)Wheelchair accessibility: An elevator is available.“

“i had jolie as a server and impressed is an understatement! I came with my parents and husband and I cant wait to come back and request her, she was incredibly attentive, fast, and friendly! She exceeded my expectations. I feel like family here. Great place would recommend.“

“I went into Rockerfellas and I loved it. Rico and Renee are some of the nicest people you ever want to meet and have a good time with. The food is absolutely excellent. Fun for the whole family , they catered delicious meals for my family and I ,we loved it. My kids love Rico we always have a very nice time and the customers always leave satisfied .“

“Interesting mix of regulars, college kids, and locals depending on what time you arrive. Definitely worth waiting if under 20 mins. The drinks are good and there are plenty of food choices. Check out the daily specials and happy hour prices. Bonus happy hour is all day in mondays.“

“I absolutely loved it here. Drinks were good (got a frozen mango margarita & spiked strawberry/mint lemonade). Food was good (french onion soup, thai chili calamari, reuben sandwich, BLT burger). Service and ambiance were good. Prices are fair and the free popcorn? ? No complaints. This place is officially my/my bf's new spot.“

“I only had the beer so I cannot comment on the food, though...the reviews on that are fruitful and quite good.If you grew up in the Woodbridge-Metuchen-Edison area, you definitely hit up Hailey's on more than one occasion. D'Arcy's has the same vibe, just closer to the Jersey shore. "Football" scarves are in abundance, great crowd, great beer. What more could you ask for? The Irish are the best...or maybe I'm just a little biased. Slainte.“

“Everything was amazing from start to finish. The margaritas were a delicious as always. For appetizers we had the cheese curds which we always get and love especially the roost sauce. Along with trying something new and the pierogies, the carmelized onion reduction did not disappoint! My boyfriend and I split the burger which is by far our absolute favorite. Then we went with the chocolate chip cookies and milkshake for dessert which was so yummy. We also had the absolute sweetest and nicest waitress! Thank you for a wonderful date night dinner and dining experience!“

“Barside service is great, dining room decent. Food is sometimes amazing, sometimes mediocre. Fried chicken tends to be on the dry side. The atmosphere is average, nothing crazy but nothing horrible either. All in all great place that could use a bit of fine tuning. Highly recommend their pulled brisket sub.Vegetarian options: Full vegan optionsKid-friendliness: Very kid friendly.Wheelchair accessibility: Full accessability.Dietary restrictions: Kosher, also halal.“

“Really excellent meal with beautiful views. Both Manhattan and New England clam chowders are great as are the biscuits for dipping. The hot lobster roll is tasty and the coleslaw, that you can get with the meal, is great also. The broiled scallops were delicious and the sauteed spinach done perfectly. Look forward to returning and trying something different.Parking: A good amount of parking, although I could see it being difficult when busyWheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking, entrance and seating available“

“Great dinner and wonderful service. Tried the mixed fajitas and the snapper vera cruz and both were very tasty. The guava and cheese empanadas for dessert were delicious as well. Definitely coming back here to try some of the other interesting entree options.“

“We wandered in here on St. Patrick’s Day even though the website said they were closed on Sundays. Speakeasy bar in a residential neighborhood with friendly bar maids and locals.To crowded to order food but, I definitely will be back to try the “eats”!Went back last night for “eats “ and had the thin crust pizza, if you’re a fan of this kind of pie as am I this is your place. They have a generous drink pour also. It is now in my regular monthly rotation!“

“Ok, so it starts with the fun name and go!!! We had Shwarma Wings ... WOW! Triple fried and crispy! And their Bloody Marys are made from a home-made mix and are EXCELLENT! The bartenders are super friendly and engaging. We loved it and can't wait to go back!“

“Really great upscale bar food plus! Maria was a fabulous server and recommended the zucchini blossoms which were awesome. We had a burger, fish tacos, tuna app, and chix empanadas which were all top notch. Good drinks and wine. Looking forward to a return visit. Tight quarters so make a reservation.“

“Grabbed a drink here before a show at Count Basie. Greeted promptly by the bartender, asked if I wanted another round with great timing, she was friendly and courteous. Pricing was fair. The bar was a bit busy but probably because there was a show that night. Didn't rate the food because I didn't eat here.“

“Food was fresh and delicious.Our waitress was" Sam."Thank you Sam for being respectful and attentive. All waitresses should take a page from your book.Kid-friendliness: Quiet atmosphere sat at a booth met an adorable 2 year old who seemed very comfortable to stop and hold a conversation.“

“They charge you on soda refills which was $3.50 a pop. It should be noted they charge for refills. I didn't see any notation on the menu. I may have missed it, but next time I'll order only one. It is BYOB place. I wonder if I can bring a soda??“

“My friends and I came here for brunch a few weekends ago and it was a great experience. We went to brunch on the earlier side and thankfully, we didn't have to wait at all for a table. Our waiter was wonderful and helped to walk us through the menu. We ordered a number of things off the menu; the tres leche donut which was delicious, the grilled cheese & tomato bisque, the dressed greens salad, the brunch pie and the salmon lox toast. Everything that we had was very good and filling! The added bonus was that there was a live jazz band playing in the main room of the restaurant and was so lovely to listen to. I'd absolutely come back here again!“

“We just visited Primavera for the third time today!! The ambiance is calm and relaxing and really beautiful!! Staff is friendly and helpful!! All the food is out of this world!! The Chef's Pasta is amazing and so unique!!! highly highly recommend.“

“Decent dive/sports bar. Cool atmosphere with all the signs. The bartender was very nice and attentive. The food however was mediocre. Got burgers, wings, etc. just ok. They have homemade chips here which is a nice touch however they werent cooked all the way through. If i want to eat this place wouldnt be my first choice but for drinks its not bad“

“Just had our wedding reception here after having our official ceremony in Vegas two weeks before. We wanted something that did not feel super stuffy and formal since we were not having a ceremony and were technically already married but still wanted it to feel upscale and beautiful. Russell and his staff exceeded all expectations. They are kind, attentive, and professional. Every single person working made sure to check on me (the bride) and made sure our needs (and guests) were well taken care of! The food and cocktails were exceptional and all of our guests reviewed it as one of their all time favorite weddings. If you’re looking for something more intimate and beautiful than a traditional ballroom setting this is place to have your wedding.“

“Fun bar with decent parking on the outsideIf you show up during the day they also offer a good selection of dishes that the chef picks out everydayMost of the music is Brazilian and they even fly in a couple of artists straight from BrazilIn terms of crowd this place gets packed usually Friday or Saturday nights and it’s a equal mix of newer and older peopleGreat place to visit during a night out by the beach in longbranchWheelchair accessibility: The entrance has a ramp for wheel chairs“

“Let me tellllll you! This place is amazing. I've been here once and felt so welcomed and taken care of. I came in for lunch, had a beer and ordered a grilled cheese. I ordered from JD and asked for extra tomato's. LET ME TELL YOU this man brought me a tomato grilled sandwich with cheese and that's exactly what I was looking for. The bartender Gina was also a gem. So pleasant and sweet. I do not live locally but I will take the drive to come be back because of these two!!!“

“we hosted our daughters engagement party in the private dining room, and Penny the coordinator was extremely helpful and went above and beyond to provide us with a great experience! The service and the food was excellent and I would highly recommend to everyone!“

“Friendliest bar in Monmouth County. Focus is on the genuine, rather than the pretty. If you care about the décor, go elsewhere. If you care about non-pretentious, friendly folks, and cheap drinks, and good, down-to-earth food, this place is tough to beat.“

“Thank you for helping make the evening and birthday we were celebrating a very enjoyable evening. Our server was attentive and polite. The hostess was helpful to add our decorations in advance to our table and sit our party on time. The food was spot on as always and the kitchen was accomodating to gluten allergy. The drinks were great and came quickly from the bar to our table. We always enjoy Robinson's Ale House in Red Bank because it provides a consistently good service and food/drinks for a decent value. The place is lively, especially on weekend evenings, but the noise level did not prevent our party of 6 from having conversation.“