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1. 21A on Broadway
4.7
Exceptional(168)
Price: Expensive
• American • Long Branch
Booked 5 times today
21A on Broadway is a special occasion restaurant because it provides an exquisite dining experience, with a mix of American and Mediterranean cuisine. The ambiance is praised in many reviews, with live music adding a touch of magic. The staff is friendly and attentive, making guests feel special. The food is consistently described as outstanding and beautifully presented.
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2. Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(6183)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Long Branch
Booked 61 times today
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant is a unique dining experience since Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant, a unique dining experience since 1995, has a picturesque location on the famous New Jersey Shore in historical Long Branch. A huge bi-level outdoor deck brings diners even closer to the breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean. The decor is truly designed to give patrons a sense of closeness to the sea.Rooney’s provides innovative, diverse dishes with the concept of fresh seafood at the heart of its cuisine. The menus at Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant continually change to offer a different dining experience at each and every visit to this exciting oceanfront restaurant. The stylish architecture, relaxed setting and creative menus make this year-round oceanfront restaurant a favorite on the Jersey ShoreIt's a big ocean...someone has to embrace it.
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3. Trama's Trattoria
4.9
Exceptional(2400)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Long Branch
Booked 50 times today
Trama's Trattoria is an Italian eatery located in the West End area of Long Branch, NJ. Chef Trama has a strong following with food and wine aficionados due to his fierce commitment to quality, consistency and attention to detail. Chef Trama uses the highest-quality local, farm to table ingredients according to the seasons when they are at their optimum taste.
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4. Sirena Ristorante
4.6
Exceptional(2184)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Long Branch
Booked 18 times today
An upscale Italian restaurant with a beautiful ocean view in Pier Village.
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5. Avenue
new
4.3
Awesome(3233)
Price: Expensive
• French • Long Branch
Booked 8 times today
Discovering the experience of dining in a place such as Cannes or Nice was never easier than now with the opening of the French Bistro and Raw Bar, Avenue. The only difference between dining at Avenue and dining along the Côte d'Azur, is that your gaze lands on waves on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean. Avenue is located along our side of the pond, on our own eastern shores in Long Branch, New Jersey. This gleaming new restaurant is designed by the internationally renowned architect David Collins, and the collaboration is nothing short of amazing.
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6. McLoone's Pier House
4.5
Awesome(2079)
Price: Expensive
• American • Long Branch
Booked 19 times today
McLoone's Pier House is an oceanfront restaurant serving classic, American cuisine. The offerings range from fresh seafood to hand-cut steaks, as well as pastas, sushi, salads & homemade desserts. The restaurant stands on the beach, just feet from the waves below & is wrapped completely in glass. Pier House boasts two bars with live entertainment. The Atlantic Room also plays host to a fabulous Sunday Brunch & is available 7 days a week for private events. Outdoor Dining is available from April through October, weather permitting.**Please note that reservations are for indoor dining ONLY. Outdoor dining is available on a first come, first serve basis.**If paying with a credit/debit card, there will be a 2.5% convenience fee applied. Thank you.
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7. The Squire at Branches
4.8
Exceptional(294)
Price: Expensive
• American • Long Branch
Booked 11 times today
The Squire at Branches is a full-service restaurant and bar nestled in beautiful West Long Branch. This hidden Gem has gone through a major renovation, with an expansive bar, a beautifully-crafted wine room, and a gas-burning fire place. The electric menu was created by Chef Cliff Richardson; a culinary prodigy whose passion has taken him around the world. Experienced in Caribbean, French, Italian and American cuisine. Chef Richardson worked his way through the ranks at the Malliouhana Hotel under the leadership of Michelin Star Chef Michelle Rostang in Paris. The Squire is best known for their Surf & Turf Board- 32oz (CAB) Porterhouse Steak, 2 (6oz) Cold Water Lobster Tails, Pan Seared Dry Diver Scallops & Jumbo Shrimp accompanied with your choice of sides. The Squire is a MUST VISIT- with amazing food, beautiful ambiance and great service. - Happy Hour is Offered Wednesday-Sunday from 4-7pm.-
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8. DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke
4.6
Exceptional(2252)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Sea Bright
Booked 16 times today
We are open to the public all year round! Please visit our website https://drifthousedb.com/ to join our VIP rewards program. At DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke you will find our menu features American plates as a reflection of chef David Burke’s contemporary approach to cooking, with a nod to elevated local area classics. We encourage any party size up to 10 guests to book through OpenTable as we have recently updated our platform to accept larger parties up to 10 guests. For larger parties, we recommend reserving an earlier or later time slot to cultivate an optimal dining experience. Any parties larger than 10, please call us or leave us a message. Be sure to join our VIP Loyalty Program. We reward our guests with 1 points for every $1 spent! Thank You
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9. Seaview at Ocean Place
3.5
Very Good(217)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Long Branch
Booked 1 time today
With stunning ocean views Seaview Restaurant introduces itself as one of New Jerseys premier oceanfront restaurants. Enjoy a cocktail at our Seaview Lounge with its beautiful large marble-top bar and booth seating.In-Season enjoy Til's Oceanside offering outdoor seating and our famous Tiki Bar and fire pits.
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10. Albarino Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1397)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Red Bank
Booked 33 times today
Inspired​ ​by​ ​the​ ​social​ ​dining​ ​culture​ ​and​ ​Cervezerias​ ​in​ ​Spain,​ ​Albariño Restaurant features Spanish-inspired dishes. From Patatas Bravas to our Paella Valenciana, our menu is intended for guests to enjoy "tapas style" where everyone tries a bit of everything. Our wine list features Spain's best producers, and our Sangria Flight can't be missed!Visit our Wine Shop after your meal, featuring Wine Tastings every month. Buy 3 bottles, get 10% off!Happy Hour weekdays 3-6pm at the Bar and High Top Tables.

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Discover best special occasions restaurants in Long Branch

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