50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Asbury Park

“The dinner menu is the best. You can’t pick a dish that isn’t delicious.“

“So hard To find whole belly Clams in NJ. They were unbelievable! Everything else equally delicious can’t wait to come back! Staff was friendly and again, amazing and reasonably priced.“

“I went to the Robinson Ale House on June 29, 2024. Service was excellent. The waitress was wonderful. My husband and I had lunch. I had a T-bone steak special , he had meatloaf. They were excellent. We had key lime pie for dessert. Really good too. We were seated outside on the side because we needed shade. Planning another trip in August. I can’t wait to try the Drunken Clams this time if it’s still on their menu. I hope I get the same waitress. If they still have the T-bone on their daily special I recommend you get that. I had mine medium rare. Quite pricey but well worth it. The rest of the menu is moderately priced. Good generous sized portions. Definitely recommend. 5 stars“

“Had a great time. Local oysters for the app and Lobster Roll for my wife and the Ahi Tuna Nachos for me. Great service and great food!!“

“We had a pleasant experience having lunch here for my birthday and after a few hours on the beach. Our server was great, there was a DJ playing cool dance and electronic music. I appreciated some of the diverse offerings, including the sushi menu. I opted for the Traditional Smash Burger which was delicious with the special sauce. I plan to visit again in the future.“

“Amazing food, view and atmosphere! Darrel and his team are top notch. Highly recommend lunch, dinner or happy hour at this spot!“

“My wife and I had a wonderful lunch at Prime 13. The steaks were cooked perfectly and a very nice size for a lunch entree. Looking forward to going back for dinner. The tomahawk steaks looked absolutely delicious. After lunch we walked across the street to their butcher shop and purchased an incredible double cut pork chop. Just cooked that on my grill and it was fantastic!“

“Reds Lobster Pot was fantastic in every aspect. Despite being a busy Sunday evening we were seated prior to our reservation, given exceptional service, and served fantastic food. Our server, Jeanna, was incredibly attentive, witty, and fun despite being very busy. Chris is also another surprise, giving suggestions and just making the entire experience feel personal. I also want to give credit to every member of the staff who took plates, filled water, and performed other tasks that are often overlooked. Everyone was fast and pleasant, going far beyond the normal service provided at most restaurants. The food was amazing, served at the perfect pace, and abundant in portions. The view (as you will see) was the final touch. Can't wait to come back again, this is one of the best beach dining experiences in New Jersey and can't be missed.“

“Had great food and listened to great music! Really relaxed atmosphere and a good time!“

“Wonderful wait staff as well as hostess and and food was just right thank you for all your excellent hospitality and hard work“

“We had the boiling point ordered for Sunday for a birthday party. It was ready and when we cooked it we had an amazing dinner. The crab legs and shrimp and clams were spectacular. This is the place to go for great sea food. Awesome job 5 stars.“

“Spikes is our go to every year. The food the service is amazing!!! Can't wait to return in October!!“

“My mother, my daughter and myself recently ate here and it was AMAZING. The food, the service was just AMAZING. We will be returning for sure.“

“My cousin and I had the BEST lobster tail dinner…. I think I’ve ever had. The lobster tails were absolutely delicious. And our server was amazing. I believe her name was Kaitlyn.“

“Fresh and delicious seafood! All four members of my family got different meals, and we all loved our food. We'll definitely be back!“

“We finally made it into Klein’s and it did not disappoint. We sat outside in the water and enjoyed a delicious meal. The fish was so fresh and the serving sizes were very large. The Ahi bites appetizer was absolutely amazing and the halibut was the not only delicious but quite a large piece of fish. Lastly, the fish tacos were a favorite. Highly recommend and we will definitely be back.“

“My sister from Dallas & I ate there 3 times out of 6 nights- fabulous food!“

“We have had our Hospice Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at Mr. Shrimp 2 years in a row now. The private party room is awesome and the food is great! They are wonderful to work with for a special event.“

“Our friend highly recommended Spanos Restutant , our first time, Was absolutely outstanding, The nicest customer service was the owner introduced himself to us with three special appetizers he made and greeted us with a Bon appétit Everything is made special to order,go go go and order there homemade bread pudding with chocolate in middle & there vanilla ice cream Thank you Mr Spano , for a special evening ??“

“Super delicious Italian cuisine, excellent dessert menu, super ambiance, free parking and to top it all off; you can stroll the boardwalk to enjoy the cool sea breeze of the Atlantic Ocean.“

“Food and service were outstanding. Our waitress, Lauren, was wonderful. We will definitely be back 😊“

“Best Lobster Rolls 🦞❤️ highly recommended ❤️ Delicious fresh seafood and great atmosphere ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️“

“This is a hidden Gem and is the best sushi around in Belmar area. Better than Rice and Taka combined... Sunsets here are magic and the band music is EXTRA loud.. brings the kinda crowd we like. Not the Pinot Noir Jet set crowd but the locals that fish and get down and dirt. Best outdoor fun scene. This place is a twilight zone and easy to lose a few hours at . Food is ALWAYS GREAT!!!!“

“I cannot say enough great things about this place! We have been multiple times for breakfast and try something different each time. Eggs benedict and corned beef hash absolutely scrumptious! But the absolute best is getting their country breakfast with a little bit of everything and we upgraded to oatmea cinnamon raisin pancakes which were to die for! Wash it down with fresh squeezed oj they make right in front of you! We came for lunch and got an open faced rueben with fries and coleslaw 😋 😋 best one I've ever had! We will DEFINITELY be back! Shavon was excellent too! Oh and PLENTY of free parking“

“We had an amazing experience at Mason’s Lobster Roll! The lobster and crab rolls were both absolutely delicious — perfectly fresh, tender, and packed with flavor. You can really taste the quality in every bite. The warm, buttery rolls and generous seafood portions made for an unforgettable meal.

What truly made our visit stand out, though, was the outstanding service. Our hostess, Anna, was exceptional — welcoming, attentive, and incredibly friendly. She made us feel right at home and added a personal touch that made the experience even more special.

If you’re a fan of seafood or just looking for a great place to enjoy top-tier rolls and fantastic service, Mason’s is the spot. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Took all my kids for their birthday dinner, made reservations, 8 people. The food was amazing, fresh, great presentation, good size portions, friendly staff, prices comparable to lesser quality restaurants. They all said we need to go there again soon. 10/10“

“We just had a bridal shower here and everything was wonderful! The food was delicious! The staff were so accommodating! Highly recommend! Five stars!“

“Excellent crab cake. Friendly staff“

“The food and service was amazing!! Went there for Valentine’s Day and had a great experience! Definitely will be back!“

“Love the Lobster Special ! very fresh and reasonable“

“It was Awesome! Best Branzino fish I ever had in NJ, the Riesling wine was also good, dessert was excellent and the staff was delightful and attentive, great job guys I give you 5 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️“

“Love the decor, all the staff is pleasant and courteous!! Maria the server GREAT and a very nice Front end coordinatorDarlene so efficient!!“

“Our server Andrea was absolutely fantastic. Not only was she efficient, she was very pleasant, personable, and kind. Watching her work was like watching a cross between Serena Williams, Lionel Messi, and Tom Brady at the peak of their careers. Amongst the chaos of a weekend dinner shift, she was a sea of calm and a breath of fresh air. If there were a server hall of fame, she would be our nomination. We will be returning for this exceptional experience again and again. Thank you Andrea!“

“Go here a bit for the happy hours. Drink and food specials are fine. Service is good. Would be nice to have a $10 salad on the menu and the choice of fries vs. potato chips with the mini burgers.“

“Had a great meal with great service and price.“

“Sea Food Salad taste like great sex !!!!!!!!! ?!!!!!!!! Whoaaaaaaaaa worth the 1.5 hour drive from Bergen County !“

“I had the pleasure of eating at this restaurant last week, food was amazing and the ambiance was great, staff was attentive to us. Bonus this business has a full line liquor store inside the restaurant and bar.“

“The food was so so delicious highly recommended. You will not be disappointed the people there were very friendly. I will definitely return.“

“I haven't been inside in quite awhile, but I've had the food recently, & it was just as great as I remembered it!“

“Absolutely outstanding!! Great atmosphere, great service, and fantastic food from appetizers to entrees to desserts! Have been to the original in Brooklyn many times over the years but this was our first time at Gargiulo’s in Tinton Falls and it did not disappoint. Spoke to Theresa at the end of the night and she was very welcoming and sweet. We will DEFINITELY be back! Not one negative thing to say about the entire experience.“

“What a wonderful restaurant. Upscale atmosphere and service. The food is beyond delicious! I look forward to returning!“

“Cozy hometown atmosphere! A group of us had our Christmas party there and the owner, Kim met our every request! And of course Chef Mike delivered a fantastic meal. Our server, Hilary, was on top of everything. From our fireside table through dessert-equaled an excellent evening! Thank you for accommodating us and making us feel at home! Merry Christmas“

“We chanced upon this place the weekend before Thanksgiving on our way to a concert pretty far from our home. I'm glad we did. The food was great and they were very helpful getting us fed and out of there in plenty of time for our concert. If we ever find ourselves in the area again, we'll stop by for sure.“

“Great restaurant. Beautiful setting and the staff was so pleasant and accommodating.“

“Awesome food! My Maui Sliders were the BEST! Tater Tots with Cheese were so good as well!“

“Amazing seafood crab legs are awesome We will definitely be back“

“We’ve been going to Illiano’s nearly 36 years. It’s been great since day 1. We usually do takeout and find the pizza, subs and garlic knots to be the best in Monmouth County. When we moved out of town about 3 years ago we tried to find something that was comparable and closer, but that didn’t work out so make the trip back just about every Friday night. We highly recommend them!“