Pig & Parrot is exactly the kind of place you want to visit on a summer day at the Jersey Shore. We…read morearrived early, which turned out to be a great decision since they don't take reservations and the wait can get long. We were lucky enough to score a table right on the water, with water views and a live band. The atmosphere was fun, lively, and everything you'd hope for in a waterfront restaurant. Midway through our meal, however, a sudden rainstorm rolled in and created a bit of chaos. Everyone rushed to grab one of the limited covered tables under the tent, making the experience feel a little frantic for a while. The staff did not help figure out where to go, what to do or anything really helpful. Food-wise, the best was Mike's Signature Bang Bang Shrimp. The rice bowls were less impressive. The vegetable component was more of a slaw than the stir-fried vegetables we expected, the dishes could have used much more sauce, and the panko-crusted mahi bowl felt heavier and more fried than anticipated. We also ordered a bucket of High Noons, but there was confusion about the happy hour deal. Neither the menu nor our server could explain the bucket pricing, and when the bill arrived, it appeared we paid the same as ordering the drinks individually. That was disappointing and took away from the experience.

Huge disappointed , we stopped by to have a drink and enjoy the view. First of all there was no…read morehostess, even though the sign says "wait here to be seated"... we start looking for one, and we found the hostess downstairs . We sat and ordered drinks and one appetizer .... The drinks were horrible , I could not finish mine same as my sister . They did not bring any plates for us for the appetizer. My niece asked for an ice cream , our waitress brought it but without spoon , we've asked her to bring one she said : sure, but after 10 min(!!!!!) no spoon , my brother in law had to get up and go ask for a spoon -what a shame for this restaurant I want the owner or the manager do something about the service ...

Another case of AI fibbing; no happy hour (never had) and no outdoor patio (since Covid per the…read morehostess). Still a solid, historic Jersey Shore dining establishment. Started with baked stuffed clams, which were generous, flavorful, and fresh. We had the huge 9oz char-grilled Cajun burger with awesome hand cut breaded fries. Can't go wrong with any of their excellent burgers. Also had the chicken salad which came with a fried goat cheese ball. Huge portions. Can't remember ever not finishing a burger. 100+ year old building is very cool and definitely nostalgic. Service was both friendly and attentive.

We go to The Ark regularly and the staff are always so friendly and welcoming. Great drinks and…read moredelicious meals, we have never had a bad meal there! Last night I tried the chicken special, Champagne chicken with mashed potatoes. It was delish! They should add this to the regular menu.

This HITTT after a day at the beach. Split a Cheese Pizza, Shrimp Scampi Pizza, Tie Dye Pizza, and…read moreCaesar Salad. Salad was standard but good. Tie Dye was soooo delicious but interesting to call this a tie dye pie. Shrimp Scampi was light and refreshing. Cheese had good flavor but not as crispy as the other two, those were charred and perfect. Also had a Miami Vice which was divine and hella beers because they were SO CHEAP.

Came here during lunch time with the family (9 of us)…read more They sat us right away outside. Our server was very friendly and sweet ( I forgot her name-- I'm sorry!) We first ordered a round of piña coladas with floaters for my birthday round. Delicious, not too strong but not too weak. Along with spinach artichoke dip- they were creamy-- I would get it again. We ordered two pies, the wise guy and the vodka pie. The wise guy was my favorite overall-- the chicken and hot peppers were flavorful. I did like the vodka pie too, the sauce was great. I was impressed with how light the dough was. I saw they use a brick oven inside -- 10 outta 10. The kids seemed to enjoy their meals too, Classic Mac and cheese and hamburger slider. Looking forward to going back!

Last night there were three of us that went in for a meal and were seated on a Monday night within…read moreseconds. We started our meal with Fried Calamari that was a potion that the three of us could not finish. The calamari was fried just enough and on the side was enough tomato sauce for all that we were given. This was middle of the road with no spice intended. For my meal I had seafood risotto that was fantastic. It came w small pieces of lobster, clams, shrimp and I believe scallops. This came in a nice amount of risotto and a sauce that was the best. There was plenty of fish to pair with risotto. Nobody could claim they skimped on the fish as there was plenty. A second meal was off the daily specials. This was cubed eggplant and pasta. The pasta was rigatoni in a very nice tomato sauce. And again this was another great tasing meal. The final meal was eggplant parm that came with spaghetti. The eggplant and cheese balance was really good and my wife loved the dish. Overall everyone loved their meals and all of us took home enough for another lunch or dinner. This is not our first time here and plan on returning again. They offer a dinner section, seating at the bar and some high top tables to fit your liking. Waitress service was top shelf and revisited the table on a frequent basis. If you want great meals at a fair price this is a place for you to at least try. Our bill plus soda and ice tea was barely $100. My only callout is the noise in the room is a bit loud. There is little draping to deaden the sound and if you are looking for a quiet meal this might not be your place. Especially Friday through Sunday.

Excellent food..not so much about the bartenders. We always try and sit at a bar when dining at…read morerestaurants. At Rellas,,we got the last two seats. Ordered our drinks within minutes. But then both bartenders paid no attention to most people at the bar, they even avoided eye contact. They only catered to the locals who were probably 25% of the patrons. to sit there and have dinner..and only have 2 drinks over 2 hours is crazy. They would avoid you..tried to get another drink or dessert menu..forget it. I finally kinda yelled to get my check..and we exited. I took my business to another well known local bar for one drink and dessert..gave those folks a tip larger than the tab..excellent service.

Our daughter and son-in-law rented a house in Point Pleasant Beach for a few weeks and we stopped…read morein for a couple days to visit them and the grandkids. We went out to eat twice while there, once for dinner and once for lunch. I will review both places using this as my intro to the reviews. For dinner, we ate at Jack Baker's Wharfside, which I also see listed as The Wharfside Seafood & Patio Bar. Frankly surprised it has very average ratings, as I would not say that was our experience on Tuesday night, August 4, 2026. It was reasonably busy and likely explains the somewhat slow service. We were 4 adults and a toddler. We had a few cocktails; all were reasonably good and fairly priced. There were also a few glasses of wine with the meals from a decent, but not extensive list. Everyone had seafood, including the toddler, which included the spicy garlic shrimp appetizer that was a crowd pleaser, and main courses that consisted of snow crab, mussels, shrimp, scallops, and lobster. i was the only one to have the lobster bisque, which I thought exceptional, as it had a creamy consistency and loaded with lobster chunks. There were no complaints though about any of the dishes and we were all happy customers. The prices were reasonable considering the fare and the location, especially as the patio featured a live band, We dined on the patio, but far away from the band, so the music level was pleasant, having seen some reviews suggesting it can be a bit much. It would be hard to complain though about the scenery, as the patio faces a calm channel that leads out to sea. All in all it was very a successful evening. I felt this rated a solid 4, understanding some would rate it a 5, but difficult to understand why anyone would place it lower than a 3.

We stopped at the Wharfside after a nearby boat trip and had a great meal! Started with Oysters and…read moreMussels for the table and then I had the Sea Scallops. Everything was so fresh and service was fast. I LOVEEE me some seafood so this is a new favorite find for when I'm down the shore!

Dropped by to grab a table with an ocean view on the boardwalk. It was a warm day so frozen drinks…read moreand appetizers were our choices and all was perfect.

This is a review for Oceanside dining at Jenks. I've been going here for about 35 years. The…read moreplace has changed tremendously over the years. I thought the upgrade to the bathroom was incredible. State of the art Dyson sinks. Easy to use and efficient. The place also has a great outside area with a view of the ocean! Our server Wesley was great. He was kind, efficient, & we enjoyed talking to him. Our food came out just as ordered. The food was ok. I remember Jenks taking a little more pride in the food and in previous years, I remember thinking, wow, this food is really delicious. This time I would give them a C for food. The drinks were good. I would say, pay more attention to the food & this place could be a home run!

Waypoint 622 is a great spot for waterfront dining. We got there early and only waited about 15…read moreminutes for a table, and with the beautiful weather, sitting outside overlooking the water was perfect. The Dockside Shrimp and Fried Pork Pot Stickers were both delicious, shareable appetizers and arrived quickly. For entrées, the Tuna Poke Bowl, Shrimp Poke Bowl, and Jambalaya were all flavorful and generously portioned. My main complaint was the timing of the food. The poke bowls came out less than five minutes after the appetizers arrived and about 15 minutes before the jambalaya. Our server mentioned they would come out faster, but the pacing made it difficult to enjoy the appetizers before the table was filled with entrées. Thankfully, the poke bowls were cold, so we didn't have to eat them immediately, but it still felt rushed. Next time, we will not be ordering entrees until after we are done with appetizers since it seems the staff doesn't do anything to mitigate timing. We understand the poke bowls coming out before the regular entrees, but it coming that quickly after apps is an issue on the waiter's side in my opinion. Overall, the food, views, outdoor seating, and convenient parking made for a very enjoyable meal. I'd definitely return and would just hope for a little better coordination between the kitchen and sushi station next time.

I went in on Thursday.. sat at the bar.. i never had a worse experience in all my days.. These…read morebartenders havent got a clue. Took forever to get a plate and napkins. Was contemplating using my shirt.. how do you not have napkins.. the old man bartender took 5 years to make a cocktail and it tasted like soap. He looked destressed and was unpleasant. Awful experience. Band was so loud almost lost an ear drum.. wait staff running around aimlessly- like theres a fire. Save your money. Do not dine here. There is better spots.

I heard their wings were great and they absolutely did not disappoint! We stopped in on Friday…read morenight with some friends for a drink. While there we had an order of the grilled wings which are made right behind the bar. They were so delicious and had a great grilled flavor. I wish I lived closer because I would go there way more often!

This local haunt has friendly staff and flowing drinks. Food is reasonably priced and the menu is…read moresimple. The food is standard pub fare but if that is what you want to complement a drink, you get what you expect. Since the venue is popular recognize it gets very noisy and makes it hard to carry a conversation with friends you may be grabbing a drink with.

This is the first time I've ever been to Shipwreck Grill, which is crazy because I've grown up in…read morethis area. I've always heard good things, and I thought the food stood up to the reputation. The restaurant was packed on a Monday night, which was probably a good sign for what led to a delicious meal. I really enjoyed the roasted oysters topped with yummy breadcrumbs. My daughter enjoyed a sushi appetizer and wedge salad with blackened tuna that she claimed was delicious as well. Our other dinner partner enjoyed his halibut. I really loved the show-stopping, gigantic jumbo lump crab meat risotto. It was very filling, but super delicious. The food was rich and, in some ways, basic, but executed perfectly. I added some of the street corn and that really made things even better get this dish. You won't be disappointed. The atmosphere was busy, if not hectic. Our table was in the middle of the room, next to a large family with little kids. One was seven months old and the other was two. That seemed like a bit much for a dinner with these price points. It's not an inexpensive restaurant and certainly not a family-vibe Houlihan's. We had mixed feelings about the atmosphere, but I kind of thought it was cool--a really pretty building with some rustic charm.

It's hard to express just how bad the customer service is when it is Gen Z mixed with indifference…read moreand poor work ethic. Hostesses (x2 because evidently seating people is a 2 person job - although neither girl could formulate a full sentence). 8:30pm Sunday - "there are only seats at the bar; we've stopped seating outside". Management. If this is true GREAT you have some monotone bland children holding down the fort. If you want business and your staff to work - I'm sad to say they turned down a nice group of 30-50 year olds ON A MONDAY (which is huge for us). Lackluster. Lazy. Underwhelming. Find some more chipper front of house staff. Maybe anyone who looks up from their phone first and knows to say hi and welcome!

such a great bar to bring anyone to on the jersey shore!…read more amazing bartenders and servers, the food is delicious, and the entertainment every night is stellar!

Really good food and service and a cool menu! Good pregame spot too before jenks :-) and got a…read morebigger crowd as it got later