Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Sea Bright

26 restaurants available nearby

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1. DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke

4.7

Exceptional(2261)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sea Bright

Booked 1 time 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

2. The Rum Runner

4.7

Exceptional(2662)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sea Bright

Booked 15 times today

Welcome to the rebuilt, redesigned, and re-imagined Rum Runner! Although a lot has changed over the years, we still look to provide you and your family with same great experience you have come to remember and love. As always, we are featuring exquisite cuisine, paired wine, and creative drinks. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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3. Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(6211)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Long Branch

Booked 46 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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4. Victory Park Tavern

4.8

Exceptional(1050)

Price: Expensive

• American • Rumson

Booked 28 times today

Victory Park Tavern is a local favorite for special occasions. With its warm and cozy ambiance, it's perfect for both intimate dates and group dinners. Reviews rave about the delicious food and exceptional service. From the lobster risotto to the short ribs, the menu has something for everyone. The atmosphere is lively, making it suitable for both couples and small groups. It's a great place to celebrate special events, like birthdays, or just enjoy a good meal.

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5. McLoone's Pier House

4.6

Exceptional(2084)

Price: Expensive

• American • Long Branch

Booked 11 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.

6. Bahrs Landing

4.6

Exceptional(2706)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Highlands

Booked 12 times today

We are open for Outdoor and Indoor dining and takeout only from 11:30 AM-9:00 P.M. 7 days. Since 1917 the Bahrs family has been serving fresh seafood, big lobsters and choice steaks. Located at the entrance to Sandy Hook National Seashore, Bahrs Landing features outdoor “Dockside Dining”. One of the Jersey Shore’s true landmark establishments, it is truly the quintessential Jersey seafood dining experience! SUMMER NOTE: We do NOT take reservations for outdoor seating. We have expanded our outdoor waterfront dining options. For a table see our host stand outside by the Tiki Bar. To order take out, go to our website. Also available for walk up orders at our host stand. Dock and Dine on board your boat in our marina is an option as well. Mask are optional.

7. Sirena Ristorante

4.5

Awesome(2187)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Long Branch

An upscale Italian restaurant with a beautiful ocean view in Pier Village.

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8. The Robinson Ale House - Red Bank

4.7

Exceptional(1508)

Price: Expensive

• American • Red Bank

Booked 31 times today

Please join us this Holiday season.The Robinson Ale House features the design of an ale house from the 1930s and 1940s but with a modern twist and menu, which features craft beers and inventive burgers.Thank you for making your reservation at The Robinson Ale House in Red Bank. Please note that Outdoor Reservations and Indoor (Standard) Reservations are not interchangeable. Please be aware of the specific dining area when booking your table.We look forward to seeing you!

9. Avenue

new

4.4

Awesome(3234)

Price: Expensive

• French • Long Branch

Booked 10 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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10. Monticello at Red Bank

4.5

Awesome(1651)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Red Bank

Booked 10 times today

Monticello’s Philosophy Advocates of a true Mediterranean diet and clean eating.From the vine to your table!!At Monticello’s we strive to provide you with the best and freshest ingredients possible.This philosophy compelled us in 2015 to create our own organic garden that’s grown on site, and available from June to October. Additionally, to ensure freshness our premium quality meats and seafood are selected daily.Our promise to provide the best and freshest ingredients means serving Non-GMO, non-processed foods, hormone-free / antibiotic-free chicken, grass fed meat, free-range eggs, fresh wild caught seafood, organic produce, all-natural pork, and fresh natural homemade and degreased stocks.Foods of premium quality remain the hallmark of our commitment to our guests.Gluten free choices are available.

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JoAnn
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Rooney’s is one of my favorite restaurants. The food and the service are always terrific. And even on a rainy day the seaside atmosphere is perfect.
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Rooney's Oceanfront RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Long Branch
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4.8
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HeidiVIP
New York City •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Rum Runner is always a fantastic experience. Thank you
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The Rum RunnerPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sea Bright
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4.7
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MaryVIP
New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Another delicious meal and experience at the wonderful Victory Park Tavern. Our server, Melissa, was excellent and pleasant as she always is. The food was outstanding. We started with the burrata and fig jam special which was so good. My husband and daughter each had the hangar steak which was perfectly cooked and seasoned. So flavorful according to both! I had the Chilean sea bass which was awesome. I continue to highly recommend VPT for delicious and creative food and a most enjoyable all-around dining experience.
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Victory Park TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Rumson
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4.8
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Tom
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
We were happy to have a very nice experience. Food was delicious nice size portions and service was perfect. we would recommend to our friends Tom B
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McLoone's Pier HousePrice: Expensive• American• Long Branch
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4.6
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MarcVIP
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
Another great experience at the Drifthouse—food, surroundings, and view are wonderful. However, the consistent attentive, professional, and very friendly staff are always reasons to return frequently. The manager, Hafid Elbroji, always makes us feel welcome and at home. Thank you!
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DRIFTHOUSE by David BurkePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sea Bright
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4.7

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26 restaurants available nearby

1. DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke

2. The Rum Runner

3. Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant

4. Victory Park Tavern

5. McLoone's Pier House

6. Bahrs Landing

7. Sirena Ristorante

8. The Robinson Ale House - Red Bank

9. Avenue

10. Monticello at Red Bank

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