New American Restaurants near Ocean Grove, NJ

“My sister from Dallas & I ate there 3 times out of 6 nights- fabulous food!“

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

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

“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!“

“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“

“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!“

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

“My husband and I only just discovered Origins despite living about 2 miles away. The food and service are amazing! I wish we knew about it sooner but we will definitely be back. We started with yummy crab stuffed portobello mushrooms. My lobster risotto special was delicious, and my husband loved his filet. We finished it off with the most unique and delicious combination of flavors, the pistachio ricotta cake. Can’t wait to go back!“

“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!“

“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.“

“So, we’re from boston and are visiting my son. Not too much to choose from around here in terms of restaurants. But suddenly I see a sign Minas Grill and went in just because of the word grill. It’s Brazilian! My heart is singing! Great coffee, the food is like home cooked. Loved the cheese bread and you can shop here too! Lovely warm people and so helpful! So we’ll be back while we’re here.“

“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.“

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

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

“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.“

“Great food, good service, and I like how it’s a boat themed restaurant“

“The gluten free empanadas were the best ever!“

“Good eats and super nice owners/staff and customers!!“

“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“

“Ate here with my family after a day at the beach. We were a loud hungry bunch and the pizza did not disappoint. The pizza was hot and very fresh and the sauce was delicious. It was not greasy and the crust was just the right amount of crunchy. We will definitely be back!! Highly recommend!!!“

“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!“

“Always friendly staff. Bartenders are always so nice. Love the happy hour specials.“

“Excellent food n drinks, awesome service!“

“Awesome food ! If you’re around ‘squan I recommend grabbing a bite here. Yum“

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

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

“This is one of my favorite spots for lunch or dinner. We love the fresh, local, seasonal ingredients and how the menu gets refreshed. However, there are always reliable classics like the chicken salad, crudite and hummus board, and truffle fries that I love!“

“The best breakfast and service locally! Wow. The portions are generous, the food absolutely delicious, biscuits OMG, and the kind staff who are so hard working….this is the absolute best spot!“

“Picked up 4 lobster rolls this afternoon. Incredible! Corn salad was equally amazing.😗“

“Excellent food! Friendly service 🥰👍“

“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!“

“I visited the Peach Pit Cafe in Manasquan for breakfast and had a really good experience overall. It is a nice little spot, and we were seated right away by the friendly staff. Just a heads up on parking—it can be a bit difficult with the street parking, but there are some spots available in the back.

They have a fantastic breakfast menu with lots of delicious items to choose from. I ordered the basic eggs over-easy with fried potatoes, rye toast, and a side of bacon. The coffee tasted good, and all of my food was cooked perfectly.

My only real disappointment was the bottomless coffee. Unfortunately, our server never came back to our table to offer us drink refills. That aside, it is still a great local place, and I would definitely recommend checking it out!“

“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 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️“

“Was just in the store yesterday and saw the amazing company Truffliest, which I love the truffle sauce. There’s an amazing selection of different various products as well as amazing fresh pasta and food ready to go. If you’re in the neighborhood in Red Bank, I would definitely recommend stopping by!“

“A very vibrant Jersey shore restaurant with a nice waterfront view and good menu! We ordered rolls which were good but EXTREMELY SMALL! Honestly I've never eaten a smaller roll lol ! Fries were OK and salad was very bad Honestly, and very dry! Overall it was a nice experience!“

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

“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!“

“Apple Street Kitchen was the venue for my surprise birthday party this past weekend. Everything about this lovely place was amazing. It was the perfect size for our family and friends, the food was outstanding, each dish delicious, the service was wonderful, the evening was perfect. Many thanks to the wait staff and the chef for a very special and memorable evening, I couldn’t have loved it more.“

“A great place to dine, dance, listen to live music and meet people. Jamian and his staff go all out to deliver top notch service. The drinks and food selection is crafted to please everyone and it never disappoints. We always have a good time at Jamian's!“

“Nice experience good food“

“Love the Lobster Special ! very fresh and reasonable“

“So good! I love the Gyro, they let me order just a few slices and the service is amazing. I often only have cash and they don't make me use door dash ect. Definitely calling tomorrow and ripping even better. It's just Good ?

Kid-friendliness: Mac and cheese rocks.“

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

“The food is amazing! not to mention they also have awesome live music! great overall place to hangout and grab a drink with a bite to eat!“

“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.“

“Step through the doors of The Globe and into a world where time slows, where laughter mingles with the hum of the game, and where the clink of a perfectly poured pint feels like a familiar embrace. Since 1840, this hallowed spot has anchored downtown Red Bank—not just a sports bar, but a living relic of camaraderie, tradition, and the simple pleasure of a burger and a beer.

Once an inn sheltering weary travelers, today it shelters the spirit of the town. The barstools tell stories, the taps flow with over 30 stellar brews—domestic and foreign alike—and the famed Globe Burger is a rite of passage for any local or visitor. And if you're in the know? The pork roll fries—golden, crisp, and utterly decadent—are a must.

Fifteen flat screens glow, capturing every play, every moment, while seasoned bartenders—some here for decades—pour with precision and warmth. Their tenure speaks volumes: a sign of a place run right, of ownership that cares, of a bar where you’re not just served—you’re known.

In a world that races ahead, chasing trends and fleeting fads, The Globe remains steadfast, a beacon of what a bar should be. No pretense, no gimmicks—just good company, great drinks, and the kind of authenticity you can’t manufacture. Pull up a seat, order a Guinness (poured to perfection), and soak it in. Some places fade. The Globe endures.“