50 Best Bars near Lake Como

“Awesome time always come here to enjoy a night out awesome drinks and great food“

“Initially, I searched online for a place that served lobster roll and this place came up, but upon arriving there and browsing the menu, lobster roll was not listed, so perhaps it's only a special on occasion. This place was recommended from our AirBnb host, and the other menu options looked great, so we stayed and had lunch anyway. I enjoyed my Bar A's Brisket Sandwich, which on the menu mentioned came with horseradish sauce and au jus. However, when it came to the table, it did not come with those described condiments, so I had to ask our server for both, and received them quickly with no hassle.
We arrived around 11am and it seems this place has it's regulars. The one positioned directly by the entrance was very quick to offer the four women who walked in some cocktails on his tab. We politely declined the drink and we resumed the rest of our visit without any issues from the other guests. If you like that kind of familiar atmosphere, then I would say they seem open and friendly to anyone who is a visiting patron.
My friend ordered the sliders and said they were the best she's had in her life.
Prices were definitely reasonable.“

“R Bar continues to be a winner on all levels. Great menu, great food, and great service. Highly recommend dining here. This past visit we were seated on the 2nd floor open air dining area- very pleasant, nice view, very comfortable atmosphere, a bit quieter than main 1st floor dining room.“

“I had a great experience at The Squire at Branches in West Long Branch. My food was absolutely delicious and came out quickly, exactly when I expected it, which made the whole visit even better. The service was outstanding, and both managers, Stacy and Faye, were amazing—friendly, attentive, and clearly dedicated to making sure guests are happy. Everything from the atmosphere to the quality of the food made this a place I’ll definitely be coming back to and recommending to others.“

“Living in Point Pleasant means having an endless lineup of incredible coastal spots right in our backyard, but Red’s Lobster Pot is the one place I will never stop raving about.
It completely captures that old-school, local fishing village charm. Sitting on the deck right along the Manasquan Inlet while the boats come in sets a scene that you just can’t replicate. It’s laid-back, welcoming, and feels like quintessential Point Pleasant.
The food level here is unmatched. You can taste the absolute freshness in every dish—it’s pure dock-to-table quality. Whether you’re diving into a steamed lobster or whatever special they’ve pulled in that day (my personal go-to order), the kitchen lets the quality of the seafood shine without overcomplicating things.
What truly sets Red’s apart, though, is the team. The service is consistently sharp, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. In a town packed with great dining, Red's is the one spot that simply gets it right every single time.“

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

“Really friendly bartenders, fun atmosphere & always consistent good food make D’Arcy’s a place I keep going back to.“

“Awesome place! Best dive in NJ“

“We had gone to Woodys for years and recently started visiting more frequently. Really enjoy the atmosphere and the food is good. The holiday decor is a whole vibe—the owners and staff really went all out to provide a warm, inviting experience for their customers. We are always greeted warmly and made to feel welcome. I always enjoy the time spent at Woodys, whether with friends or family. The seating options are many as the heated outdoor area is available all year long. Good food+great service+awesome ambiance=a fantastic experience.“

“I had my daughter's baby shower here last week. I CANNOT say enough how accommodating and nice the staff were to work with. The food - Chef's 💋 !!! Our Server Janine and Tracey the Bartender went above and beyond. I truly recommend this place. You won't be disappointed!!!!!!“

“Food was excellent and great service“

“Wow! We really love this place. Would come every week. The food and drinks are great.“

“Went there for the first time tonight for my wife and son's birthday. The food and drinks were excellent and the service was great. The staff are so friendly and welcoming. Will definitely go back!“

“A great restaurant that does have similarities to River Rock“

“Everything was wonderful---the service, food, the ambience. Highly recommend you check out Homesick for a great experience.“

“The pizza is awesome, the food is great, owners and staff are all very nice, all in a cool spot!“

“Great little place. Food is excellent, waitresses are so nice. Very relaxing and enjoyable!“

“Visiting from out of town and stopped by based on other reviews. This place did not disappoint! Great food and drinks. Bartenders and staff were very friendly. Definitely recommend if you’re in the area!“

“They are amazing with their staff and the owners care about their employees,👏👏👏best beer selections in town.“

“I am eager to share my review of this exquisite restaurant in Long Branch Maltese. The cuisine is exceptional and the staff go above and beyond to ensure a special experience, which is why I highly recommend this establishment 100%. Thank you for providing us with unforgettable moments.“

“wow, the best tacos anywhere in monmouth county! they were so full, the berria was delicious, and the fish taco was fresh local fluke, so good, almost a whole filet or more was in the 3 soft tacos, so good. also enjoyed the guac and chips platter that came with a tomatoe salsa and a mango salsa, so good. nice beer and wine selection. live music was great. sat inside due to weather. next time will try the outside bar.“

“Food was good 👍 the atmosphere is amazing!“

“First time here and I wish it wasn’t love loved this place everything was beyond perfect and delicious food drinks (wish I took pictures but when something looks and smells that good u don’t think of pictures)service definitely coming back.“

“Great atmosphere for sure. 3 different bars to choose from. Stopped by for a quick bite after a long day of travel because it was walking distance, but the food was just okay. The effort is definitely not there food wise, but it's my first trip to the Shore, so I can't really compare it to any other food spots. At $20 bucks a head for food, it's too expensive for what you get.“

“Great spot! Great happy hour! Great wait staff! Kid friendly!“

“I remember this place being Simkos. But I was hungry and other places around I didn't feel like going to. Decided to stop here. It was quiet. Not sure why no one is here but I don't see anything wrong with this place. Maybe since I got here at an off hour between lunch and dinner. This is a positive review. Chicken sandwich I had was fantastic prices are normal. If youre reading this, come check it out!“

“you dads famous pizza💖 not to mention ur dads award winning personify 🥰🧡“

“We went to Brickhouse today and had Brooke as our waitress she was awesome! We had the chili nachos and pretzel for appetizers they were huge and really good! The beer is always ice cold and no matter what you order the food is always great especially the cheesesteak! Highly recommend brickhouse in Neptune Nj“

“The food and service were excellent. Don’t skip the grilled wings—they’re the best we’ve ever had! I had the blackened chicken Caesar wrap, and it was seasoned perfectly. Everything was fresh and super tasty. We regret not coming here sooner!“

“We split the Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich and the kitchen sink fries, and it was ok. I guess it would be good bar food, but the fries weren't seasoned, so it was good with the sauce they put on, but when we got fries with the sandwich, the plain fries were unseasoned. We didnt really think this should be under "dive bar" so yea. Refers to food as nips and idk if it was the chicken tenders or just some other item used“

“The Wonder Bar is magical - that is all!!! 🎶🦋☘️😇🍾🥂💐🏖️🌊“

“Houlihan's Tuesday special for $14.99 was chicken tenders with French Fries. I received 6 large tenders and a plate full of crispy fries. The Chicken Taco Soup was delicious too. There was even enough to take home for another meal! Nicole is an excellent server!“

“Great food and service. Great drinks in spring and summer and byob in winter. Chef is very accommodating for allergies and other requests. Delicous steaks, lamb, pastas and bread! The sushi bar also serves some delish sushi“

“Really enjoyed the pizza. So delicious! Had the right amount of cheese and sauce. And the service was impeccable. Quick and efficient. I was sitting far from the counter and they called my number loud and clear. Even if it’s expensive, the pizza was worth it!!“

“Excellent food n drinks, awesome service!“

“My first time here. Loved it. The food was delicious! Felt like I immediately was in a neighborhood restaurant. And the prices weren’t over the top. Very reasonable.“

“amazing...Great burgers...love!!“

“Great food, service and atmosphere! Cynthia was a friendly and caring waitress. We really enjoyed her service. She added a lot to our experience.“

“Love this place!! Always an excellent meal. Last night my boyfriend had a blackened pork chop with Murphy sauce and I had Monk fish Francaise. Both absolutely delish!!“

“Great food amazing service and wonderful warm hospitality“

“The food is excellent. Fast service. Friendly staff. Pinnell was an excellent waiter. I give them 5 stars.“

“Perfect way to spend my Birthday dinner Year after year! Always perfect service and food/drinks.“

“Great place to come and have a great bloody Mary and other drinks“

“Awesome vibes all around! Owner is very cool and staff take the time to really show that they care about taking care of their crew! Highly recommend!🔥“

“This is a great page with a lot of information and pictures. Go and check them out!“

“Try the sweet potato fries!“

“We had a fabulous dinner tonight. The manager, Brian, could not have been more accommodating, and our server , Tom, could not have been more attentive. Excellent food, excellent service, excellent ambiance. Highest recommendation!“

“We were there last night. Chris the bartender was great and so was Johnny, the cook! The place looks great and we will definitely be back!“

“Not sure if Lisa and jess still work here but there the best. Soo happy it's back just hope the hours go to how it use to be. But still very happy it's back!!!!!! Went for brunch today and had the classic breakfast burrito and bloody Mary both 10 out of 10 sooo happy it's back!!!!!!!“