The Columns
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601 Ocean Ave, Avon-By-The-Sea
(732) 988-3213
About The Columns
Customers' Favorites
Rigatoni Alla Vodka with Chicken
Steakhouse Cheeseburger
Bacon Wrapped Scallops
Crab Cake Sandwich
lb Maine Lobster
Chicken Fingers
Crabcake Dinner
Shrimp Cocktail
Chips and Salsa
Crispy Calamari
The Columns Reviews
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 4 - 5AM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
The Columns offers a welcoming atmosphere, attentive staff, and great food, including buffet-style dinner service. The decor is stunning, and its beachside location is a bonus. The indoor section features live music and turns into a lively bar/club scene at night. On warm summer evenings, guests can sit on the outdoor patio overlooking the ocean for dinner, even as the band plays indoors, creating a nostalgic feel of the grand old buildings that once lined the shore. The restaurant has been a summer bar and restaurant since 1883, located in a Victorian-era mansion. The food and cocktails are on point, with popular dishes like the Surf-n-Turf roll with lobster & steak, fried calamari, Seafood Mediterranean, and a Lobster roll. Service is great, and staff are excited about the NJ #eatjersey challenge. The wrap-around porch offers a beautiful ocean view, perfect for casual outdoor dining. If there's a wait, guests can go to the back bar for light fare and self-service tables. The venue regularly hosts good live bands, making it a nice place to sip, eat, and talk. Overall, The Columns is a family-friendly spot with ocean and beach views, ideal for lunch or dinner, with live entertainment in season. It’s a memorable place for a great experience by the shore.