Best Romantic Restaurants in Ocean Grove

14 restaurants available nearby

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1. Stella Marina Bar & Restaurant

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Asbury Park

Booked 2 times today

Unique oceanfront dining is exactly what you will get at Stella Marina Bar and Restaurant. Found right on the Boardwalk in Asbury Park, New Jersey, it is the perfect spot for a lunch break or dinner after a day at the beach. Breathe in the sweet ocean air while dining on the boardwalk seating or enjoy a relaxed dinner in one of their two dining rooms at Stella Marina Bar and Restaurant.The knowledgeable and friendly staff at Stella Marina Bar and Restaurant will be happy to help you with anything you may need. The menu is sure to have something for everyone from full entrées to sandwiches and salads perfect for lunch. One popular choice is the pizza figi: a pizza served with goat cheese, caramelized onions, dried figs and rosemary. Choose from the extensive wine and beer list or a cocktail to enjoy with your meal.

2. Whispers

4.7

Exceptional(2136)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Spring Lake

Booked 2 times today

Whispers is the perfect place for a romantic evening. The Victorian ambiance, with its crystal chandeliers and elegant fine dining, sets the tone for a special night out. As one reviewer put it, 'The ambiance is very nice. Tables a little too close together. The dining room was full. Noise just a little too much. There was a smaller dining room with almost no one in it which have been used for the over flow crowd.' It's a quiet and comfortable spot for conversation and intimate moments.

3. Brandl

4.5

Awesome(2011)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Belmar

Innovative American cuisine offering Live Jazz on Friday nights and specials events throughout the year. In addition to seasonal favorites and specials, the menu features specialities such as our Lazy Lobster poached in vanilla bean butter, served over asparagus risotto. Brandl—THE Dining Destination for the Jersey Shore!

4. Piccola Italia

4.8

Exceptional(675)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Asbury Park

Piccola Italia is the perfect spot for a romantic evening. With its elegant ambiance, beautifully prepared Italian dishes and extensive wine list, it sets the stage for a delightful evening. As one reviewer said, 'the ambiance was good', and another mentioned the 'nice atmosphere'. Plus, the consistent high ratings for ambience in the reviews affirm its romantic charm.

5. Scarborough Fair

4.7

Exceptional(2344)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Manasquan

Booked 5 times today

This restaurant was a farmhouse from 1879 to 1969.Now, it is winning OpenTable’s “Diner’s Choice Award” for Romantic. Now, if you Google “romantic restaurants” and you are close to Sea Girt, NJ, Scarborough Fair Restaurant will be the first result!Scarborough Fair has the most unique, romantic ambiance in Central New Jersey. It is like no place you have ever been to.Have a spontaneous romantic dinner there. If you like quiet, and want to guarantee a romantic table, go on a week night. You will love the romantic atmosphere. Enjoy our delicious eclectic cuisine in this neighborhood gem.

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6. Poached Pear Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(3846)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Point Pleasant Beach

Booked 12 times today

THE POACHED PEAR BISTRO Located at 816 Arnold Ave in the beautiful shore community of Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey The Poached Pear Bistro is a stylish, yet family friendly, BYO contemporary American restaurant featuring excellent food and reasonable prices in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Chef-owner Scott Giordano, formerly executive chef at Whispers in Spring Lake, NJ, and sous chef at the Saddle River Inn in Saddle River, NJ, and his highly professional kitchen and wait staff are committed to providing patrons with a truly pleasing and memorable dining experience.

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7. Shipwreck Grill - Brielle

4.7

Exceptional(2242)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Point Pleasant Beach

Booked 7 times today

Shipwreck GrillNestled near the docks on the Manasquan River, in beautiful Brielle, N.J., the casual but elegant Shipwreck Grill awaits you.Our Staff is eager to create a memorable evening for you using the best cuts of meat, the freshest seafood and finest ingredients assembled by trained and dedicated chefs and served by our friendly and professional servers. Our bar utilizes the freshest ingredients for our cocktails. With over 150 bottles of wines on our wine list we have something for everyone. We seek out hard-to-find boutique wineries for bottles that you can't find anywhere else.

8. Avenue

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4.2

Awesome(3226)

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.

9. Sirena Ristorante

4.5

Awesome(2180)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Long Branch

Booked 6 times today

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

10. Maya

3.4

Very Good(166)

Price: Expensive

• American • Long Branch

For reservations, anything booked online will automatically be reserved for a table inside the restaurant. Our outside seating is non-reservable and on a first come first served basis due to any chance of inclement weather. For any questions, please feel free to call us at 732-795-6618. Hours of Operation Wed-Thurs: 4pm-9pmFri: 4pm-10pmSat: 12pm-10pmSun: 12pm-9pmNew menu. The best vibes! Looking forward to a great season!

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Matthew
Orange County •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Went here for Thanksgiving and it was wonderful great service and delicious food
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WhispersPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Spring Lake
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4.7
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gene
Philadelphia County •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Once again, a memorable holiday dinner! Great food, service and decorations.
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Scarborough FairPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Manasquan
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4.7
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Barbara
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had a most enjoyable time at Brandl. All who waited on us were friendly and helpful and the dinner itself was excellent. We cannot wait to go back again!!!!
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BrandlPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Belmar
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4.5
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Dannyvip
New York City •51 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 15, 2024
Our meals here are never disappointing! It’s always a pleasure to eat here! Fantastic service makes the meal even better! Highly recommend Piccola Italia!!
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Piccola ItaliaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Asbury Park
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4.8
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Nicole
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 9, 2024
Great food and service. We had a very nice evening
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Stella Marina Bar & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Asbury Park
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4.4

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14 restaurants available nearby

1. Stella Marina Bar & Restaurant

2. Whispers

3. Brandl

4. Piccola Italia

5. Scarborough Fair

6. Poached Pear Bistro

7. Shipwreck Grill - Brielle

8. Avenue

9. Sirena Ristorante

10. Maya

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