I love Bahrs and have been many times. This time was not a good experience at all. Our server, I couldn't tell you his name since he didn't tell us, was one of the worst. Took our drink order after waiting for a while. We both ordered clam chowder, planned to share a calamari appetizer and I ordered grilled monk fish and my friend order the crab cakes. The soup and calamari were brought out together which was annoying and felt like we were being rushed.....and to add to the aggravation, our dinners were brought out 2 minutes after that. I hate being rushed. Our server was no where to be seen. He never came back to ask how things were or see if we needed another drink or water refill - nothing. The monk fish was overcooked and very dry, my friend said the crab cakes were okay but she only ate one of the 2 that were served. We sat for a while after we finished - and our server finally came back to clear some plates (he wreaked of cigarettes) and asked if we wanted dessert. We did order the blueberry cobbler to share....it was warm and made with fresh blueberries but had a doughy consistency/taste. I don't think it was cooked enough. Compounding the frustrating evening, there was an error processing a credit card payment. As I said, I have frequented Bahrs many times and have always loved it.....but after this experience, I don't think I would go back again. Perhaps if the server was more attentive and had checked to try and resolve the rushing issues and food quality it would have made for a more positive experience but he was awful and really should not be working there.
jimmy galitis
First time diner, was seated at a table by the kitchen. I asked the hostess for a table by the window and was told they were for reserved for people with reservations, the place was half empty. As for the food, mediocre at best. Lobster bisque was tasteless as were the oysters and clams. Ny strip steak was pale in color and also flavorless. First and last time there. Proving Grounds down the street is a better choice with better service and tastier food. Don't waste your time or money going to Bahrs.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
JamesR
I've been going to Barhs for 60 years. It is always a pleasant experience. This time was still very good but the place was swamped. All indoor and outdoor seating comes out of the one main kitchen and all tables were filled. So did I wait a little longer for my food, yes. It was still hot and delicious. You have to understand that they were doing the best they could considering the volume of customers and food. It's still a great place. Thanks.
lunchlady
It was a very busy Saturday night with a giant party of diners at one long table we had to wait for our (reserved) table and service was a bit slow at first. But the staff handled it all pretty smoothly and once he got to our table our waiter did a great job. We love the white tablecloths and the perfect seaside interior and view. We like having seafood that isn't over sauced or too trendy. The mushrooms were good but the coconut curry sauce was kind of a weird match. The seafood we all had was excellent, but we'd still like having Cole slaw and biscuits brought to the table at the start. And a choice of sides. The prices for everything have risen very substantially so both Lobster and steak were way too pricey for us. However, it was a special occasion for us and we enjoyed our dinner very much.
Jason Peist
We hosted a celebration of life for both my parents here as part of their catering package. The staff was beyond helpful and the space worked so wonderful for the event. The food was joyous and people are still talking about their penne vodka.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robert Zawada
Bahrs bake is the best
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Sampler, Biscuit and Butter, Mussels & Chorizo, 12 Oysters on the Half Shell, Chowder, Seafood Restaurant, Local Clams on the Half Shell, Soup
Danielle Morio
Food is extremely mediocre 3 people at table only one ended up finishing the meal. Nice views great staff
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Tameko Jackson
This place was phenomenal. The food, service & atmosphere were amazing. Will definitely be back. Everything was seasoned & cooked to perfection.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Biscuit and Butter, Fried Calamari with Zesty Marinara Sauce, Chowder, Soup
Justine M.
phenomenal seafood and service … cannot go wrong with this menu! loved the lobster rolls
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Biscuit and Butter, Seafood Restaurant, Salad, Soup
PatriciaS
My favorite place At favorite place. So many memories from the 70's. And coming here with my Parents as a young girl. The food is second to None. The service is always perfect. Along with the food. Today I had the salmon. My family had the seafood platter The blueberry crumble is freshly made as you can tell. We also had the potato pancakes which was perfect. Love this place Thanks for all you do.
Great view and a pretty good dinner. The sweet potato fries were cold and the shrimp in the shrimp scampi were a bit rubbery. Really enjoyed the monk fish and broiled platter. Service was great and everyone was friendly. Had a nice time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
James Wolff
First time eating there. Ordered the lobster roll hot. Not at all what i expected. Lobster tasted defrosted and heated in hot water. Not fresh.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Mark Van Blarcom
One of New Jerseys best!! Always incredible food and service!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
HJ
The food was OK. I had a hot lobster roll and new England clam chowder. Lobster roll was $36 and considering its high price, the taste was so so. Not impressed. Not much of flavor other than butter. And the server was very aloof
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Chowder
pook26
Every restaurant is entitled to an off night, I ordered crab cakes (mind you I have had them here before). They were terrible and had a lot of shell fragments in the one that I ate. So disappointing!!
I love Bahrs and have been many times. This time was not a good experience at all. Our server, I couldn't tell you his name since he didn't tell us, was one of the worst. Took our drink order after waiting for a while. We both ordered clam chowder, planned to share a calamari appetizer and I ordered grilled monk fish and my friend order the crab cakes. The soup and calamari were brought out together which was annoying and felt like we were being rushed.....and to add to the aggravation, our dinners were brought out 2 minutes after that. I hate being rushed. Our server was no where to be seen. He never came back to ask how things were or see if we needed another drink or water refill - nothing. The monk fish was overcooked and very dry, my friend said the crab cakes were okay but she only ate one of the 2 that were served. We sat for a while after we finished - and our server finally came back to clear some plates (he wreaked of cigarettes) and asked if we wanted dessert. We did order the blueberry cobbler to share....it was warm and made with fresh blueberries but had a doughy consistency/taste. I don't think it was cooked enough. Compounding the frustrating evening, there was an error processing a credit card payment. As I said, I have frequented Bahrs many times and have always loved it.....but after this experience, I don't think I would go back again. Perhaps if the server was more attentive and had checked to try and resolve the rushing issues and food quality it would have made for a more positive experience but he was awful and really should not be working there.
First time diner, was seated at a table by the kitchen. I asked the hostess for a table by the window and was told they were for reserved for people with reservations, the place was half empty. As for the food, mediocre at best. Lobster bisque was tasteless as were the oysters and clams. Ny strip steak was pale in color and also flavorless. First and last time there. Proving Grounds down the street is a better choice with better service and tastier food. Don't waste your time or money going to Bahrs.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
I've been going to Barhs for 60 years. It is always a pleasant experience. This time was still very good but the place was swamped. All indoor and outdoor seating comes out of the one main kitchen and all tables were filled. So did I wait a little longer for my food, yes. It was still hot and delicious. You have to understand that they were doing the best they could considering the volume of customers and food. It's still a great place. Thanks.
It was a very busy Saturday night with a giant party of diners at one long table we had to wait for our (reserved) table and service was a bit slow at first. But the staff handled it all pretty smoothly and once he got to our table our waiter did a great job. We love the white tablecloths and the perfect seaside interior and view. We like having seafood that isn't over sauced or too trendy. The mushrooms were good but the coconut curry sauce was kind of a weird match. The seafood we all had was excellent, but we'd still like having Cole slaw and biscuits brought to the table at the start. And a choice of sides. The prices for everything have risen very substantially so both Lobster and steak were way too pricey for us. However, it was a special occasion for us and we enjoyed our dinner very much.
We hosted a celebration of life for both my parents here as part of their catering package. The staff was beyond helpful and the space worked so wonderful for the event. The food was joyous and people are still talking about their penne vodka.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bahrs bake is the best
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Sampler, Biscuit and Butter, Mussels & Chorizo, 12 Oysters on the Half Shell, Chowder, Seafood Restaurant, Local Clams on the Half Shell, Soup
Food is extremely mediocre 3 people at table only one ended up finishing the meal. Nice views great staff
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
This place was phenomenal. The food, service & atmosphere were amazing. Will definitely be back. Everything was seasoned & cooked to perfection.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Biscuit and Butter, Fried Calamari with Zesty Marinara Sauce, Chowder, Soup
phenomenal seafood and service … cannot go wrong with this menu! loved the lobster rolls
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Biscuit and Butter, Seafood Restaurant, Salad, Soup
My favorite place At favorite place. So many memories from the 70's. And coming here with my Parents as a young girl. The food is second to None. The service is always perfect. Along with the food. Today I had the salmon. My family had the seafood platter The blueberry crumble is freshly made as you can tell. We also had the potato pancakes which was perfect. Love this place Thanks for all you do.
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Great view and a pretty good dinner. The sweet potato fries were cold and the shrimp in the shrimp scampi were a bit rubbery. Really enjoyed the monk fish and broiled platter. Service was great and everyone was friendly. Had a nice time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
First time eating there. Ordered the lobster roll hot. Not at all what i expected. Lobster tasted defrosted and heated in hot water. Not fresh.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
One of New Jerseys best!! Always incredible food and service!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was OK. I had a hot lobster roll and new England clam chowder. Lobster roll was $36 and considering its high price, the taste was so so. Not impressed. Not much of flavor other than butter. And the server was very aloof
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Chowder
Every restaurant is entitled to an off night, I ordered crab cakes (mind you I have had them here before). They were terrible and had a lot of shell fragments in the one that I ate. So disappointing!!