Used To Be's Restaurant

287 NJ-35, Mantoloking
(732) 892-3770

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Donna DeBellis

Just started coming here. I’m gluten free & surprised how good the pizza was. Also splits salad and order of mussels. Next time has the Trifecta with rice ball, salad & gluten free meatball. Soooo good , going again tonight !

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free and some vegan dishes

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Rice Balls

KLZ

Showed up at opening, 11:00 am and was rudely treated by Erin, who appeared to be having a party in the back and not opening restaurant or bar. She was rude, nasty and aggressive . I hope managers look into this by observing cameras or patterns. I feel she should not be representing any company as it poorly reflects on its name. Will never return.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Scarlet Fox

I think the staff caters to familiar locals. A tad stand-offish to those they don't know. Otherwise, food was very good and atmosphere, nice.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 3

Bill Davidson

Great service and great food! Had a breakfast burger with a fried egg and Taylor ham. Amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Eric Morales

“Used To Be" used to be on my list of places to try, but after my recent experience, it’s now on my list of places to avoid. I arrived with a party of 10, several hours before closing, only to be told by the host that they couldn’t serve us. Funny thing is, I noticed other tables happily accommodating large groups. Maybe the restaurant should change its name to “Used To Be Great, But Now We’re Selective About Who We Serve.” If you like inconsistency and disappointment, this is your spot. Otherwise, keep walking.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Stephanie Wood

Good drinks and dessert. Did not have dinner here but the cannoli and chocolate cake were both excellent! Very good chocolate martinis as well. Service was attentive and friendly, would highly recommend and will be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Marta Seidel

Great people working .

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Kelli Gowing

LOVE Used To Be's for our post-beach food and drinks!!!! The food is phenomenal, has awesome flavor, and is priced really well. They have tons to choose from - appetizers, entrees, sandwiches, seafood, pizza, and more! Their bar pie is really thin and delicious!! We also have had the steak sandwich, chicken nachos, mozzarella sticks, avocado grilled chicken sandwich, boneless BBQ and buffalo wings, calamari, and cheeseburgers. All of them have hit the spot and keep us coming back!

We typically always sit at the bar, but they also have hightops and booths. There is even an event space if you are looking to have a party. The TVs are small, and you typically have to request a sports game if something big is on that you are looking to watch. At night, the younger crowd rolls in, which can be a lot of fun!

Come for the food and drinks, you won't regret it!!!

Dietary restrictions: They do have a number of gluten free options on the menu, which have a GF next to the item to signify.

Parking: We are always able to get parking after the beach, where it can be kind of difficult if you go late night for a later dinner. You can find free street parking on the side streets near the restaurant if needed.

Wheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp to enter if needed, as well as the door to go into the liquor store, which connects to the restaurant.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Antipasto Pretzel, Chicken Avocado, Hamburger, Calamari, Nachos, Wings, Steak Sandwich, Chicken Wings

John Reenstra

Great spot for a drink and a snack. Apollo makes incredible cocktails

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Robert Girone

Reason why it's been around for the locals for so long. Great food. Awesome bar. Good vibes.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Lobster Roll, Chicken Avocado

Matt C

Low grade dog food. Cheese steak rolls were burnt.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 5

Sam Melillo

slow service, abysmal food, outrageous prices. won’t be coming back.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 1

Holly Fulton

Wonderful family restaurant..

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Teresa Welle

Owner and staff were very friendly..the bar staff was very attentive and friendly. had a really good time and will definitely be going back next time we are up from North Carolina...

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Antipasto Pretzel, Lobster Roll

Alexander Catani

Amazing local spot

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

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