50 Best American Restaurants near Neptune

“Great food, yummy matcha lattes at the barista bar, friendly staff and beautiful location with water views! Plus, the gluten free pizza is the best one I’ve ever had! The crust is homemade unlike most places. I like sundried tomatoes and broccoli on mine!“

“This was a takeout order. Food is always good. Great service. Got the chicken parm pizza and boneless garlic chicken wings. Will go back again for sure.

Wheelchair accessibility: Easy to get inside with a wheelchair and plenty of tables to sit at that are wheelchair accessible.“

“Good food , great beer selection, great service .“

“Soul Kitchen is amazing! Our students love working with the great staff and always feel welcome and learn great skills and life lessons. The student favorite part of the soul Kitchen experience is of course the delicious food made by Chef Emily and her staff. The Matawan Regional staff and students want to thank Bon Jovi and all his supporters for a great experience and relationship!“

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

“Staff was very friendly. Food was very good. Prices reasonable. First time there and we didn’t know it was cash only or Venmo, but that’s ok. Will definitely be back“

“Was there after the lunch crowd today 2/1/22. The place was spotless, the restroom was also. Excellent choice of burgers and sandwiches. My wife and I both had burgers and we both agreed they were the best we have had in at least 20 yrs. Grade A meat and the french fries were freshly cut and fried. Can't wait to get back. If you are a movie buff like me you will love the decor. The service was great also.“

“It was Awesome! Best Branzino fish I ever had in NJ, the Riesling wine was also good, dessert was excellent and the staff was delightful and attentive, great job guys I give you 5 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️“

“The best! Great food and service. They are always taking extra steps to make sure we are satisfied“

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

“Food was excellent and great service“

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

“Great food! Excellent tunes! Friendly staff! Perfect breakfast to start my day... ☺️“

“Amazing food and the service is great too. The portions are big, I get 2 meals! Come in for the baked items, so yummy!“

“Great dinner as response service class act! Loved appetizers and filet and shrimp special excellent“

“I’m absolutely thrilled that St. Pete now boasts a breakfast spot with convenient parking and exceptional food! The outdoor seating is particularly wonderful, especially when dining with kids. The French Connection is a standout – their French toast is both incredibly fresh and satisfying. What truly sets this place apart for me is the outstanding staff. They treat my son like family, particularly Val and Brandon, whom I always request. It’s heartwarming when they inquire about my family, remember my favorite dishes, and take the time to brighten my son’s day with extra smiles. Their genuine care means the world to us. While you can find pancakes anywhere, the genuine friendship they extend to my son is truly unique to this place. Thank you for employing such exceptional individuals. And let’s not forget to mention, they serve the best lattes in town!“

“I am leaving a production catering review. My Kitchen Witch provided catering to a large production crew and security where I work (a large historical building on Wall Street). I couldn't believe how quick and professional that My Kitchen Witch was in set-up, the meals, and the breakdown of their service. The food was excellent, especially the pork carnitas and Mexican street corn! I definitely highly recommend and would love to head to their cafe in Monmouth Beach, New Jersey!“

“fune dining at its best! friendly staff. we just love it“

“I’m an out of town truck driver delivering up the street and decided to walk down to Sunset Diner. I was absolutely please. Fresh food and lots of it and reasonable prices. Definitely would come back if I get back through this way.“

“Very nice place!! Great staff and good food!!“

“First visit today. Great breakfast and lunch menu. I had an omelet with home fries. Good was excellent. will definitely return!“

“What is referred by my brother-in-law i was not disappointing“

“We stayed for our anniversary and had an incredible time. Overall the friendliest staff and the best food! We were happy to celebrate our anniversary there and we are glad the St. Laurent was part of our memory! We will be back!!!“

“We tried Blender on New Year’s Eve 2024! Great atmosphere and beautiful restaurant! Food was absolutely amazing! We had the filet mignon and the Lorenzo. Filet was exquisite! The Lorenzo was yummy! Dessert was just as great! Our waiter was extremely friendly and attentive! Highly recommend you and your friends give this restaurant a try!“

“breakfast, lunch, or dinner... they have the best sandwiches at the most reasonable prices around“

“The breakfast there was amazing and the bacon pancakes are to die for. That’s how good they were. That was the breakfast my family had“

“Consistently Excellent as always ! Great food Great service. Menu has something for everyone ! Local items are featured.! Be back soon“

“This was my first time at Bistro Avon. I had lunch with a friend today. We had the Lobster and Crab Bisque, the Aloha Salad, Tiramisu and coffee. The food was delicious and the service was excellent! I would highly recommend this restaurant.“

“Awesome food! My Maui Sliders were the BEST! Tater Tots with Cheese were so good as well!“

“The breakfast is excellent at the Riverside Cafe . Their pancakes are among the best I have ever had with great texture and flavor, (no need for syrup). I also liked their egg sandwiches and homemade hash browns. Looking forward to trying more food from here. It is nice to have friendly service while enjoying the view of the boats as they move through the inlet.“

“Me and my sister-in-law‘s tried this place after a spa day. What a great choice the atmosphere was great. I love the decor. Our server was super friendly and suggestive. They had so many good choices for lunch. We tried the turkey cranberry melt and chicken salad wrap. We also tried the fried goat cheese balls so delicious. I tried the soup which I wish was a little heartier but was good. we really enjoyed our meal. I definitely recommend giving this place a try.“

“Delicious meal from start to finish! Don’t skip dessert ?“

“If I tell you how wonderful the place, the people, the plates are will you promise not to go? It’s hard enough snagging a reservation without hoards of people trying to book a table after reading justifiably rave reviews. OK, here goes. Agnolotti pasta and sweet potato hush puppies as appetizers to start and oh, what a start it was. Monk fish and a bacon-jam encrusted pork chop, both cooked to perfection, as entrees. Lemon tart and a you-gotta-try-it-once-in-your-life “budino,” for dessert. (Do you know stressed spelled backwards is desserts?) What’s a budino you ask? Adult pudding, whipped by angels, so addictive it must have been created by Satan. Farm to Table, fresh, sustainable, local, tucked away on a side street in Red Bank… and you get to bring your own favorite wine. Don’t go. Don’t tell your friends. Let this gem be all mine.“

“Everyone there is awesome and I trust them with anything they make me. My family has been coming here since they opened and all of them are family to me. You know it’s trust when you walk in and tell Anthony, make me whatever you want. Never fails and it’s always amazing.“

“Delivered a boat by water there a fee days ago. The Harbor Master. (I forget his name) was very helpful, friendly, courteous, and knowledgeable. Even as a non member he treated me and my partner kindly as we delivered a boat for someone else.“

“Very nice addition to the Monmouth County food scene . We tried the onion soup (which was supurb) and a couple of the burgers.. The burgers were good but not over the top like some of NYCs best. I look forward to sampling more of the menu in the very near future .“

“Stayed overnight for a one day work trip. After a 51/2 hour drive the last thing I wanted to do was drive anywhere for dinner ( didn’t want food in take out containers either) sat at the bar, had a Caesar salad and pasta primavera, added salmon.
The salmon was perfectly cooked as ordered ( medium rare) and it was excellent! A bit pricey, but excellent food and service!“

“Elli’s backyard is a fabulous brunch and dinner spot with EXCELLENT service. We fell in love with the food and atmosphere of the place on New Year’s Day. We had an excellent brunch there and asked if they hosted bigger parties. This weekend we celebrated my 30th birthday there and they couldn’t be more accommodating. We had 25 people and they moved the tables so that we were all sitting together. They also added special touches like a champagne cart (it’s BYOB so we brought our own champagne but they decorated the cart nicely for us and put out pitches of orange juice), chalkboard birthday signs on the table, and bringing our complimentary dessert with a fun firecracker when it was time to sing. They allowed us to bring in additional decorations and cupcakes for dessert. They had 3-4 servers waiting on us who couldn’t have been sweeter. The owner, Patrick, checked in with us throughout our brunch to make sure everything was perfect. The service was above and beyond! And the FOOD! The food was SO delicious! Everyone was SO happy with what they ordered! Delicious menu items that are large portions and creatively plated. They allowed us to take our time and catch up with everyone at our party and did not rush us out. We couldn’t recommend Elli’s backyard more! We thank Patrick and his workers so much for making my birthday extra special! We highly recommend to everyone and can’t wait to come back!“

“I love this place. Great food, people, clean, friendly. Good vibe. Good music.“

“Table of 4 with no duplicates on apps or entrees so that’s a lot of ingredients. Every one of those ingredients were prepared to perfection! A thick cut pork chop you could cut with a fork, mussels that I’ve never had that tender, the best Brussels sprouts I’ve ever had and the list goes on. Every person there raved about their meal. All the best, you’re definitely raising the bar in the area. Oh and our server was super friendly.“

“Great food, drinks and great service. great atmosphere.“

“Went there with a party of 11. Everyone ordered something different and everyone's meal was excellent. And, the staff was extremely friendly and made everyone feel welcome. Wonderful experience.“

“The food was delicious, featuring an assortment of teas and coffee options. I enjoyed the Huevos Ranchero bowl, and we also shared the Great Pumpkin Pancake special, which was truly outstanding. Although this is not my first visit, I can confidently say that I have never had a bad experience here. The quality of the food is complemented by excellent service, an appealing menu, and a pleasant atmosphere.“

“Nothing fancy, but excellent food and service with a smile …. One of my favorites.“

“Breakfast and lunch....Excellent. Friday night special dinner menu an added bonus. Along with live music...a Must Do! Roger on the guitar! I will be back.“

“Most relaxing place to dine.pancakes fantastic. Great coffee. Great people come to eat & relax.“

“good food good music good people!“

“I went to the Robinson Ale House on June 29, 2024. Service was excellent. The waitress was wonderful. My husband and I had lunch. I had a T-bone steak special , he had meatloaf. They were excellent. We had key lime pie for dessert. Really good too. We were seated outside on the side because we needed shade. Planning another trip in August. I can’t wait to try the Drunken Clams this time if it’s still on their menu. I hope I get the same waitress. If they still have the T-bone on their daily special I recommend you get that. I had mine medium rare. Quite pricey but well worth it. The rest of the menu is moderately priced. Good generous sized portions. Definitely recommend. 5 stars“

“My husband and I LOVE River Rock's outdoor dining. We enjoy seeing the boats coming and going while we eat. The Manasquan River is a beautiful sight. Any food items that we have ordered are delicious. Lauren Guenther is one of our favorite servers. She's a sweetheart. She's very friendly, personable, and very focused on what she's doing. We know Lauren from when she served at Carrabba's. She was very special to us back then as she is now. Being local residents, we visit River Rock frequently during the summer and we will ALWAYS request either Lauren or Kelsey Conover because we simply adore them both. River Rock is our outdoor Happy Place during the summer. 💗💗“

“A very good place for American food!
The portions are huge, the staff very friendly and the ambience is great!
Located directly on the beach with great seating options!
I will definitely be back!
Thank you very much!“