50 Best American Restaurants near Oakhurst

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

“EVERY TIME I EAT AT THIS PLACE OR GET IT DELIVERED OR EVEN JUST PICK UP, THE FEW THINGS I CAN SAY IS THAT THE PLACE IS ALWAYS EXTREMELY CLEAN AND THE FOOD IS ALWAYS EXTREMELY FRESH AND AND FULL OF FLAVOR. I WAS CURIOUS HOW THE FOOD WAS SO CONSISTANTLY AWESOME. I ACTUALLY CALLED THE EATERY AND THE OWNER TOOK MY CALL. I ASKED HIM WHAT THE SECRET WAS AND HE SAID "NOT ONLY DO WE GET THE HIGHEST QUALITY AND FRESHEST INGREDIENTS BUT, EVERYTHING IS MADE THE WAY WE WOULD WANT TO EAT IT AND WE DONT CUT ANY CORNERS. TO THE OWNERS AND WORKERS AT PKS, YOU HAVEW GAINED A CUSTOMER FOR LIFE!!!

Vegetarian options: MANY OPTIONS AVAIL!!!

Kid-friendliness: EVERY ITEM ON THE MENU IS KID FRIENDLY AND SO YUMMY!!!

Parking: PLENTY OF PARKING!!!

Dietary restrictions: JSOR GLATT KOSHER!!!“

“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!“

“Food was excellent and great service“

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

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

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

“We have been going to Connie's for several years now and always love the great food , friendly staff and atmosphere. My favorites for breakfast are 3 eggs over easy , hashbrowns , bacon or sausage patties , rye or wheat toast along with coffee. My wife's favorite is blueberry pancakes or french toast and also scrambled eggs sometimes with home fries or hashbrowns. I wish they would also add eggs benedict to the menu as this is also one of my wife Wendy's favorites . All in all a great place for individuals , friends or families to gather for a great breakfast or lunch with fair prices.“

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

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

“Visited this excellent restaurant for the first time today. Our experience was terrific. The food was delicious, great presentation and the service from our waiter David was outstanding.“

“We love coming to our local Applebees especially since we always get Sage our favorite waitress! She was absolutely fantastic and always gives us the best drink and food recommendations and always has such a kind demeanor and attitude and is always a pleasure.“

“Overall I had a good time with coworkers here for dinner. I was not impressed with the food. The meatball appetizer was very good actually, but the salmon with risotto entree was a definite No for me and another coworker who ordered the same dish.“

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

“The food was great, the atmosphere was excellent. Next time I'm back east, I'll be eating here again.“

“If I could give 10 stars I would! I just had my daughter’s baptism lunch at Fresh and along with every single guest we had I could not be more happy with the food, service,hospitality and accommodations! The food was delicious! So fresh and made with passion. The chef knows what he’s doing. The 2 men that hosted for us were beyond professional, patient and friendly to us and our guests. Every step of the way from planning to finish they were amazing! After we got home I had so many people reaching out to me about how good this place is and how they will definitely be returning for dinner in the near future. Thank you all so much for helping make this day stress free and most importantly SPECIAL!“

“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.“

“7-19-2025.. The food was amazing! 7 members of my family today, 6 different dishes..everyone of them outstanding: Cobb Salad (2), Shrimp & Grits, Steak salad, Avocado Toast, Grilled Cheese, Flatbread..Creme Brulee, Blueberry Cheesecake. The service, the atmosphere..all perfect!. Thank you Chef Lou! I ❤️ my town and we are so lucky to call you and The Blend our own!“

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

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

“Another amazing dinner at Elli’s! The staff is so friendly, the food amazing and the atmosphere is so cozy. Will be back again!“

“My family and I visited Djeet? in Shrewsbury today, and we had an absolutely wonderful experience! Our server, Dayanira C., was exceptional from the moment we sat down.

She was incredibly warm, friendly, and attentive, making us feel welcome throughout our entire meal. She took the time to explain the menu, offered thoughtful recommendations, and shared how fresh and carefully prepared the food is. Her enthusiasm for the restaurant was contagious, and thanks to her suggestions, we enjoyed an amazing meal.

It's becoming harder and harder to find service like this. Dayanira truly went above and beyond to make our dining experience memorable. She is a tremendous asset to the restaurant.

The food was delicious, fresh, and beautifully prepared, and the exceptional service made it even better. I highly recommend Djeet?, and if you have the opportunity, ask for Dayanira—you won't be disappointed!

We'll definitely be back!“

“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“

“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!“

“Polite, friendly service. Clean, inviting environment. Fun music ( not too loud for 8 am). Good, quick food. Hot coffee (and HOT SYRUP!). No disdain that I was paying with a gift card for 2 free meals, and taking 1 togo- super accommodating and bonus points bc that's not a great table to get on a Sunday morning. kudos Joshua 😊“

“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 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️“

“I always enjoy the sunset diner ever since I use to go out with the leauge after bowling and recently when I had my big sister in jersey for a weekend I took her there after bowling we had lunch together this place brings people and family together with excellent service and great food“

“lovely little gem in Fair Haven! Met a friend here for lunch on a whim and was pleasantly surprised! Excellent service and The grilled shrimp entrée was perfect. Don’t believe everything you hear, try for yourself…“

“Staff and management are great! highly recommend“

“Ham salad, Soups, Sloppy Joe's“

“We always have great service and the bar style food has been yummy…thanks Big Rob at the Ocean NJ location tonight for a great night YOU ROCK!“

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

“Had the Tricolore Salad with grilled shrimp today and it was DELICOUS!!!! Dad has the poke bowl and loved it. Service and atmosphere were great!“

“THE BREAKFAST AND LUNCH (FOOD OVERALL) IS AMAZING!!! WOW, THE BEST I'VE HAD IN CENTRAL JERSEY. EVERYTHING IS COOKED TO PERFECTION. THIS WAS MY FIRST TIME HAVING THEIR BREAKFAST AND LUNCH AND THIS PLACE HAS WON ME OVER. IM VERY PICKY WHEN IT COMES TO A GOOD BREAKFAST, THIS PLACE HAS FULFILLED MY NEEDS. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND AND WILL REVISIT TIME-TO-TIME. SO GLAD I FINALLY FOUND A PLACE I LIKE. 🙌“

“One of the best around. We come every year.“

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

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

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

“My husband and I had breakfast here yesterday. It was our first time at Rise n Shine and we loved it!!! Great food and service. Our new favorite restaurant.“

“We chose this as we walked by to go to another place for breakfast. Do not pass this by! Breakfast was prepared perfectly and the server and owner so gracious. What a delicious and very pleasant experience. Will be back with friends for another meal soon!!“

“A real home town feel! This restaurant is a throwback to how customer service should be. Everyone is so nice.
Service with a smile.
Outstanding food!

Chef Pete is a legend at his craft. Get the Mahi Mahi!“

“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!“

“I want to mention that we have been customers of this place for many years, but as a family, we feel very comfortable having people like Donti brundage, He is always attentive to our needs and is a person who inspires trust. Thank you very much, Eatontown NJ“

“Excellent service. Friendly atmosphere“

“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.“

“Staff and management are great! highly recommend“

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

“Go there every time we are at sandy hook great food snd service“

“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.“