My mother-in-law booked Bakin Bagels to cater our post-wedding brunch in September 2025, and we…read morewere so thrilled! The food was delicious - selection of bagels and spreads, hot bagel breakfast sandwiches, plus they brought large carafes of coffee and all the things to go with. It was perfect for our guests who stopped by before hitting the road - they could take a bagel and coffee to go. Thank you!!!

A great quick stop in bagel place with an extensive menu for breakfast/lunch. Iced coffee with all…read morethe creamers you can think of. Way better than the previous reviews

One word: wow! Was down in Seaside Heights with family for a week and we got bagels from here three…read moretimes. I got the Asiago herb bagel all three times. The melted cheese in the middle had me sold. One morning I even had the bagel fresh out of the oven and I think I heard angels sing. Their hash browns are also very yummy! My cousin got the great bambino and he was obsessed with it. I don't eat meat so I didn't try his, but I trust his judgement with food. The service was always good! The morning we got hot bagels from the oven, they said it would be a five minute wait but it was more like twenty. They did apologize, and we weren't in a rush any way (always wait for oven hot bagels). The place has some seating which is nice. Highly recommend Asiago herb bagels from here! Will be back next time I'm nearby.

These are the best bagels you will find outside NYC! Great sandwiches awesome breakfast…read moresandwiches! You need to try these bagels !

Well... I come to Bella's Bagels almost every week and MAN..... today when i got my order, i got an…read moreegg bagel toasted scooped with veggie cream cheese, bacon, tomato and onion. A blueberry bagel with walnut cream cheese. Extra crispy hashbrowns. And a small coconut cream cold brew.. WOW. they absolutely NAILED this order. absolutely unbelievable work on the entirety of the order. everything was up to my liking and i loved it so much i called to tell them. it's almost 100 degrees outside and they have there doors wide open. the staff must be applauded times a MILLION with the smiles on their faces, happy energy, and fast service. EXCELLENT JOB BELLAS KITCHEN AND FOH STAFF! i was going to come back anyways because I live around the area, but today topped all visits ever!! Good luck to the boy going back to school too!

the bagels could be better, sometimes there's barely enough cream cheese and other times there's…read morelike a whole chunk that wasn't even spread evenly. the staff could also use customer service training as i was given attitude over my bagel. This place is overall a 0, spend your money where its worth

Fast service, delicious bagels, you can tell they are freshly made each day. Little pricey, but…read moreworth it!

Fast services, delicious bagels, breakfast sandwiches and HUGE selection of cream cheesees. local…read more A+

Pork roll sandwich. Check. Frozen hot chocolate. Check…read more What else would I need on a hot summer day? After the temp, for the fifth day in a row, exceeded 95 before 10AM, a frozen hot chocolate was the only thing that could satiate me alongside my pork roll, egg, and cheese bagel! The chocolaty goodness, the cold ice crystals, the sweetness of the drink and the whipped cream. Yes, that made life bearable for a bit. While there a staff member realized the lights were off and turned them, and then realized it was making it warmed and quickly turned them off. Smart move! Cute little building with some seats at a counter around the sides (and a few outside, though nobody was biting on those that day). Staff were awesome despite the heat and the amount of customers pouring in.

I love this place! They have some seasonal lattes right now - s'mores and pumpkin. Both delicious!read more

Great food, reasonably priced and friendly staff what more do you need. Took out some fantastic…read morechicken and salads last weekend and crab cake dinners from next door. Looking forward to next weekend to do it again. We have family in Baltimore MD and these crab cakes would rival any down there. !! Keep up the good work

I remember coming here as a child and being excited for crumb cake, cupcakes, and donuts.. decades…read morelater this place still feels like home and is consistent as ever.

Overpriced for the quality. Good selection of cakes. Service, not consistent. All depends on the…read moreperson taking your order.

I've been coming here since they opened, and everything about this place keeps me coming back year…read moreafter year. The beautiful space to sit outside or on the porch in the quiet offseason, the kind and genuine staff, and the delicious coffee and sandwiches. I can't say enough about this business!

Lava Java is one of the best coffee shops I visited in a long time. The exterior has the beach vibe…read moreand perfect colors and looks cute. There are lot of seating options available outside and lot of customers enjoying the sunshine on a November day, a delight to watch. As you enter, you see this beautiful decor and a well-maintained cafe. The first section has some tables and then as you enter the main cafe area. The staff friendly welcomes and assist you with your order. The staff has that vibe which makes you feel come back to the cafe every day of your stay. We ordered coffee and croissant. The crossaint was delicious and melted in the mouth. Highly recommended place while you visit the Ortley or Seaside beaches.

Hmmm... let me say from the outset I really dislike "cash only" establishments. These days I don't…read morecarry cash, and barely carry credit cards---everything is done on my phone using Apple Pay, like most of America in 2025. The donuts are pretty good, not great, and they are overpriced. The Taylor Ham, egg and cheese sandwich is just ok. Undercooked ham, soggy roll. It's a family run, seasonal shop and I wish them well but I think they need to clean up their act a bit and enter the modern era.

Yummy donuts!! Good service. Loved it. Will go again tomorrow morning to try something different!read more

SEASIDE PARK: Betty and Nick's has been a staple of Seaside for over 50 years for their bait,…read moretackle, and fishing gear shop! You can get daily updates of fishing conditions on their website and social media. Bring your leashed dog into the shop with you! They also have a wonderful family-owned restaurant serving breakfast and lunch where leashed dogs are allowed at the outdoor tables. We were invited to visit by Chef Tammy and you can find her working hard behind the grill as early as 4:30am!! Yes, you read that right! We arrived a bit later than that and being such a great place, there was a wait for a table, but it was totally worth it because the food was excellent! A simple menu, but executed deliciously! The avocado toast was presented beautifully and was a full meal and the western breakfast sandwich was huge! Finish out the summer with a great meal at the beach.

Hanging in seaside park offseason for a few weeks and have gone to this little spot (attached to a…read morebait shop!) one of the only places open here during the offseason. Have gone for breakfast several times. Everything is good but really love the huevos rancheros. Delish. Great little local spot. Would love to visit during the summer!