Elevated | Intentional | Salmon…read more Elevated - This is one of the more elevated dining experiences on the island. From the moment you walk in, you can tell the restaurant is designed for people looking for something a little more special than a casual meal. It strikes a nice balance between upscale and comfortable, making it equally suited for a romantic date night, celebrating a special occasion, or enjoying a more refined dinner with friends or family. The atmosphere feels polished without being overly formal. Intentional - Everything about the restaurant feels thoughtfully designed. The menu is curated rather than overwhelming, with dishes that seem carefully crafted instead of trying to be everything to everyone. The dining room layout also deserves credit. The tables are spaced in a way that gives you privacy while still maximizing the room. Servers move through the restaurant with ease, and you never feel like you're bumping into other guests or having conversations on top of one another. It's clear that attention was paid to both the guest experience and the overall flow of the restaurant. Salmon - I ordered the salmon, and it was one of the highlights of the evening. The fish was cooked perfectly--tender, flaky, and moist--with an Asian-inspired seasoning that added plenty of flavor without overpowering the salmon itself. The accompanying sides complemented the dish well and created a balanced meal. What surprised me most was the portion size. At a restaurant with this level of presentation, I expected a smaller serving, but the portion was generous and left me completely satisfied. I would absolutely order it again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting. Pro tip: Make a reservation, especially during peak dinner hours or weekends. It has the feel of a place people choose for special occasions, so tables can fill up quickly. Pro tip: Come dressed for the atmosphere. While there isn't a strict dress code, business casual or date-night attire fits the vibe and helps make the experience feel complete

Had a great time at Jay's. Our servers were Matt and Rocco. They knew the menu, made great…read morerecommendations, were attentive, and very accommodating to special requests. There are a lot of gluten free options. Place is somewhat small, more on the casual side.

First time here since Surfside replaced Chill. Much better than Chill in our opinion. Came for…read moredinner on a Wednesday and it was very welcoming and friendly. Hostess tried to seat us in what we saw as the worst available table but to her credit moved us to a better table immediately when asked. Shouldn't have had to ask. Service was very well organized. It could have been timelier when checking on status on when trying to pay the bill, but it was friendly and fine. Love the BYOB. Next day surprised and disappointed to find a 3% "convenience" charge on the bill they didn't tell or warn me about. It wasn't convenient! No idea what it was for. Paid by Visa which I believe charges merchants 2%. Was I supposed to pay in cash?? French fries were excellent - some of the best. Very good fried oyster Po'boy. Exceptional coleslaw. Large crab cake sandwich with good flavor. Thought the parmesan oyster appetizer was pretty good but overpriced for only 6 medium sized oysters. Steamer appetizer was excellent with lots of clams and a great broth. Most seafood entrees seemed overpriced (inflation impacted I assume), so we went with sandwiches. Loved the live music and his song selection, but a bit loud making it hard to converse at the same time.

On the roof of 96th st It's a byob so no alcohol…read more They did non alcoholic drinks so that was nice for the kids and also a little kitschy for the adults. Some tables with umbrellas and a few under cover. Bring your sunglasses. I liked the atmosphere and would probably be cool at night. We were there for just before sunset The clam chowder was very nice The burger and chicken sandwich were fine The risotto was very lemony The steamers were good in a lemon garlic butter sauce. The shrimp were typical and fine nothing sp

Last year we ate here and they blew our minds. Everything was beautifully plated and the flavors…read moreand ingredients were second to none. The service was equally fantastic. This year we decided to return for our anniversary and I'm sad to say this was our last visit to Provence. What a disappointment! We started with a $9 bread basket and the inside of the bread was frozen! We told our server and they brought us a new one at the same time as our appetizers. They really should have taken off the bill. We didn't even eat it. The appetizers (mussels, lobster ravioli, and french onion soup with mushrooms) were very good. The entrees were awful. The trout was really salmon (I know the difference although it can be subtle). It was overcooked and served with overcooked cous cous and frozen, shriveled peas. The short rib was over salted and topped with banana pepper slices straight from the jar and some kind of salty chips over a parsnip, mashed potato yuckiness. Also, we noted on the reservation that this was a birthday and anniversary dinner and it wasn't even acknowledged by the staff. It's evident the "chef" was not the same as our last visit. The food and the service were below average at best. It's a shame.

Lovely place for a celebratory Breakfast. Took my two nieces there to celebrate their birthdays…read more The space was lovely, featuring high ceilings, bright windows. The service was excellent, despite there being a wedding reception in the next room. The girls really enjoyed their breakfast.

We came on a Thursday night- very nice server, took a fun pic of my family, food was great (my…read moregrouper sandwich was excellent) , fantastic live music- not too loud, kid friendly, and very cute decor! Bonus for easy reservations on RESY!

This was the only thing open when we showed up to town and surprisingly it was good. A very cool…read moresexy joint. Food menu looked pretty decent. Smash-burger was flavorful and quite tasty. Also, had the pork belly tacos, they were good, although slightly dry for my taste. Everybody was friendly and welcoming. If we lived here, we'd come here a lot and every time we visit we're going to stop by.

This place was recommended so I was excited to try it. It has an amazing view - large bar area but…read morewe sat at a table. Server was so sweet. We had the cheese bread and the chicken sandwich at brunch - it was delicious. Also got the shore cosmo which had a hint of strawberry in it and was so good! It's a bit pricey but worth it for the vibes!

5 stars only for Jack (bartender) was outside alone. This…read morekid did it all, made drinks for a full bar, ran food, cleaned, had to endure ridiculous requests from guests. The hostess was actually seating tables for a kid who had zero help! I finally went in and said something because it was completely not ok. The fact that the staff was standing around in SAX and no manager in sight is unacceptable. Reeds is too nice for this and management should be ashamed.

I have learned to expect a lower standard of service in Cape May County, regardless of the average…read morecheck amount, so I was pleasantly surprised to see someone raising the bar in the way that The Reeds in Stone Harbor appears to be doing. The last time we dined at "Sax At The Reeds" was soon after they opened, and it had not been good. My entree on that first visit had been so inedible, I took one bite and left the rest. That may have been a first for me. It was that bad. I didn't even ask for something else; I was so disgusted. This most recent experience was considerably improved. My wife and I were celebrating our 29th wedding anniversary a few days late, and when prompted during the reservation process, I had checked the box for "special occasion" without thinking much about it. It seemed rather incidental, but I thought it couldn't hurt. The staff at Sax did not disappoint. When we arrived at the front desk, the sharply-dressed gentleman working the host stand was engaging and personable, and when we answered that we did indeed have reservations, he guessed our name and welcomed us and congratulated us on our anniversary. He asked if we preferred a special table and offered a window seat if we liked. If we'd known they had a fireplace, we probably would have chosen to sit in front of that, but the window seat was lovely. We were soon greeted by Patrick, our server for the evening, and he arrived with two flutes of sparkling wine on the house and wished us a happy anniversary. Patrick was an animated and exuberant server who definitely knew his job, understood the food and wine, and had strong opinions about the menu. We were never in need of anything, but also never felt overwhelmed by his presence. A good balance. My wife began with the broiled oysters, which were phenomenal, and I had the steakhouse salad, which was surprisingly good for being an original take on a simple wedge. It was exactly what I wanted and a perfect size. Not too big or small and elegantly presented. For our entrees, Jane ordered the crab-stuffed flounder with lobster sauce on a bed of risotto, which she thoroughly enjoyed even though it's not something she would typically order. Jane has a very critical palette and is a great cook herself, so she's not easily pleased. She thought it was a delicious, well-balanced dish. I had been craving steak, an uninspiring selection, so I ordered the NY Strip with maître d'hôtel butter. While we enjoyed our wine, Patrick returned to offer me a choice of five different knives, displayed in a wooden box. He explained each one and asked for my choice. I told him I would go with his recommendation, and I got something simple called "The Knife," a hand-hammered piece of fine cutlery. The steak was perfectly cooked, although I personally found it under-seasoned. I like a salty finish on my red meat, so Patrick promptly brought me a small dish of fleur de sel, and we were in business. My sides were whipped potatoes and carrots, both of which were good, but the potatoes were presented as if plated with a large ice cream scoop, which made them appear fake diner potatoes. Even Jane called it out as an unusual choice. The carrots were perfectly cooked and had an almost citrus finish. For wine, we had selected a Chardonnay chosen by the sommelier as a special for the evening, and it was good but not transcendent, while the Chappallet red blend on the menu was absolutely exquisite. Powerful and smooth with a great finish. For dessert, I had planned to order the warm apple pie with vanilla ice cream that I had seen on the website, but it wasn't available. Instead, we ordered something called the Dubai Cheesecake. Dubai chocolate was something I was vaguely aware of, but wasn't entirely sure what it was. Patrick assured us that while the dish was hard to describe in terms of a flavor profile, it was a killer bit of confection. He wasn't wrong. It was crunchy and creamy, complex in its simplicity. A transformative dish, and we're not even big dessert people. I won't pretend that any of this was a bargain, but excellence rarely is. I'll admit to a bit of sticker shock when the bill arrived, so be prepared to drop a few bills. But if you're looking for great service and food, you won't find anything better at the Jersey Shore than Sax at the Reeds. It's worth a special trip.

Where do I start? For reference my girlfriend and I order the Chopped Steak Burger with fries for…read moreher. I got the 14oz New York Strip ($80+ btw), the grilled asparagus, and the baked potato. The burger was lackluster, not much flavor and fairly dry, not a drop of juice on the plate. My steak I ordered medium rare (pink border with reddish center), it came out grey with a faint pink inside. This steak was upwards of $80 dollars and I feel as if I'd find better at Texas Roadhouse. The Mocktails we ordered were actually pretty good as well as the Chocolate Chip Cookie dessert. Service was lackluster, he was occupied with too many tables to deliver us adequate attention. The atmosphere was nice but loud due to the crowd of people in the ballroom. All in all I expected a better dinner for $160+.

Returned with a party of 8. I normally get seafood. They all ordered seafood. Seafood here is…read moregreat. But for some reason, wanted a steak. Excellent. Served with excellent carrots, Brussel sprouts, mashed potatoes and horseradish sauce. Oysters grilled appetizer good. And the Caesar salad was good too. So glad my son gets a reservation here for vacation week. Top notch service from Nick. And others. I would encourage Cafe Loren to try a new decor approach rather than just selling art. Pretty but a little staid. Just a suggestion. Go one notch modern and fresh. But the food and service are great.

Upscale atmosphere, wonderful service, and excellent food. Well worth the cost. Will absolutely be…read moreback again.

Once again, service was impeccable.i got the green salad, king salmon, and corn bread. I requested…read morethe cornbread earlier. The cornbread was amazing. It wasn't too sweet or too dry. Bursts of berry flavor. Salad was refreshing. My friend's wedge with crab meat was awesome! Very loud place but loud in a fun way. My friend ordered to wedge salad and halibut- catch of the day.

The pasta with red sauce is good The steak and french fries is good. You should try a salad there…read more Lots of paintings on the wall love the ambience. Takes a little while but the service is good. Waiters are always nice if you go there, you should 190% try the peanut butter Kitcat. It's gigantic.! I will definitely return if I ever go back to Avalon, New Jersey