East Bay Italian Grille and Bar
$$ • Pizza, Italian, VegetarianAbout East Bay Italian Grille and Bar
Customers' Favorites
Hand Tossed 16 Large Traditional
Broccoli Rabe and Grilled Shrimp
Gorgonzola Wedge Salad
Eggplant Rollatini
Chicken Parmigiana
Roasted Vegetables
Flounder Francese
Thin Crust Pizza
Nona's Meatballs
Pepperoni Pizza
Recent Reviews
273 ratings
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As new Barnegat residents, we stumbled upon this gem while exploring our local businesses. The mussels marinar did not disappoint! My fiancé ordered the soft shell crab franchese, and was also very pleased. The bartender, Trish, was friendly, attentive, and made an amazing espresso martini. We will definitely be East Bay Italian Grille regulars.
Had our 25th Anniversary dinner at East Bay Italian Grille in Barnegat on Wednesday. Our server, Nicole was great! I was interested in the prime rib special & asked if it was possible to get a really rare piece. She checked with the kitchen & told me it's pinkish but not really really rare. I appreciated the honesty. I went with the NY Strip steak, rare, not expecting much. Most places overcook rare & being this isn't a steakhouse I crossed my fingers. My husband just shook his...read full review
Great lunch yesterday. Love their onion soup and past bolognese. Great service too.
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10:30PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10:30PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
East Bay Italian Grille and Bar is a restaurant that offers a variety of delicious Italian dishes and a lively atmosphere. The Grand Ma pizza is highly recommended, featuring a crispy bottom, garlic, Italian imported tomatoes, and plenty of mozzarella, creating a fresh, homemade taste that brings back memories of Brooklyn-style pizza. The thin crust pizza is also praised as one of the best in the area, with some reviewers comparing it favorably to traditional favorites. The menu includes favorites like Linguini with Clams, which is flavorful but sometimes has a bit of grit. The portions are generous, and the food is made with care, delivering true flavor and quality that exceeds expectations.
The restaurant is known for its extraordinary Happy Hour, with fabulous cocktails served by attentive staff. The service overall is praised, especially the bartender, who provides impeccable service. Guests have enjoyed varied experiences, from celebrating special nights with Elvis impersonators to quick, tasty appetizers and diverse entrees like seafood and steak. Despite the lively and noisy environment during entertainment nights, the food remains superb. Overall, East Bay Italian Grille and Bar is a favorite spot for many, offering great pizza, flavorful dishes, and a fun, welcoming atmosphere.