Food, service, location all outstanding! However, as a heads up to management the garden type room…read morewe were seated in on the side of the parking lot has a fruit fly infestation! Highly annoying but can be remedied!

Wow! This place is stunning! Off vibes alone this place is…read morea winner. The view from the tables on the street is just gorgeous. We stopped in after a beach day. Our car was in opposite direction so we took all of our stuff with us. The hosts out front were kind enough to let us leave our beach chairs near their stand and the managers were kind enough to let us in looking like beach bums. We had Taylor as our server. She was attentive and recommended more than half of what we ordered. All bangers btw. The crab cake is one of the best. It's just crab and cornflake crust. No added fillers. I dream of crab cakes like that. We tried to go back again last week but they were fully booked. Can't wait to get back. My only issue is the drinks were lackluster. My blue moon came with no head and no orange garnish.

Found this place on Instagram, and I'm so glad we did!…read more We wanted to have a lobster roll to officially end the summer, and this place did NOT disappoint! Parking is available, which is always a plus. You order inside, and they have the cutest outdoor setup with tables, umbrellas, and a bar--perfect for a summer meal. Jav took our order and brought everything out to us. He was great and made the experience even better! We had both the Club Lobster Roll and the Connecticut Lobster Roll, and WOW... SO GOOD! They came with a bag of chips and the best coleslaw. We also had a cup of the lobster bisque, and it was absolute perfection! Everything was fresh, flavorful, and exactly what we were craving. I will definitely be coming back here every summer!

Went here recently and forgot to review. Great lobster roll! Right up there with Point Lobster ( my…read morefavorite)and Atlantic Offshore Fishery (my second favorite) as the best rolls at the Shore. Added bacon to my roll because you can at this cool, casual establishment. Washed it down with a frozen margarita which did not skimp on the alcohol. Added a side of their onion dip just for kicks. Loved everything and will definitely be back.

This small seafood establishment has always been a place where nice associations are formed, it…read moregoes with the neighborhood, and the lifestyle of this area. Many people enjoy the interaction that we engage in at the post office, the gas station, the barber shop, the butcher, the fruit store, etc. Here there seems to be a very definite history of the great staff members moving on, sometimes with little or no notice, and it has impacted the comfort level for me, and for many of the people who also frequented the store. The product has been good, at times excellent, but the overall experience has been greatly diminished by some real nice people who were employed there leaving. I don't feel the same joy supporting a business that seems to have a pattern of upsetting what appears to be excellent employees, and this is by no means a negative statement on the new people who come in to replace the one's who leave. I sure the new ones are very nice too. It all just creates this sense of sadness and negativity about and towards the ownership and overall establishment. I guess in life some of us reach an age, or a point, where what we put in our body has to do with more than the food itself. It connects to the vibe, the humanity factor, the trust, etc. I have stopped going to Local 130 after the last person left, almost without exception. And I am a customer who was there a minimum of once a week for several years.

Great fish mongers. Maybe the best tuna I've ever had…read more Knowledgeable helpful and shared a great clam recipe for the grill.

Great food, strive, and ambience. It is our go to restaurant for higher end experience. Can't say…read moreenough great things about the staff in particular. They don't try to over sell but really do their best to help one select the "right" meat for one's tastes and desires. Looking forward to our next dinner there!

Me and my family went to the Butcher's Block for my 27th birthday. From the moment we walked into…read moreButcher's Block, we knew we were in for a great experience. The ambience is absolutely beautiful warm, inviting, and the perfect atmosphere whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just enjoying a nice night out. I ordered the dry-aged bourbon ribeye, and it was one of the best steaks I've ever had. It was so tender it practically melted in my mouth, like cutting through butter. The flavor was incredible, with the perfect balance of smoky richness and a subtle sweetness that made every bite unforgettable. What really made the evening special was our server, Mark. He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and took the time to answer all of our questions about the menu. His positive attitude and genuine hospitality made the entire experience even more enjoyable. If you get Mark as your server, you're lucky and guaranteed to have an excellent dining experience. To top it all off, we ordered the Chiro Bowl for dessert, and because it was my birthday, they surprised me by putting it on the house. It was such a thoughtful gesture and a perfect ending to an amazing meal. If you're looking for an outstanding steakhouse with incredible food, a beautiful atmosphere, and exceptional service, Butcher's Block is the place to go. I can't recommend it enough, and I'll definitely be coming back!

Prompt and gracious service, nice atmosphere and very tasty food. Would come back anytime.read more

Unfortunately, this was a truly disappointing experience. We were a family of three hoping for a…read morenice family-style dinner, but nearly every part of the meal and service fell short. Our waiter was difficult to understand and couldn't answer basic questions about the menu. The bread was so overbaked and hard we were worried about breaking a tooth. The shrimp appetizer was very good, although swimming in oil; the Iberico rib meat was greasy and came with raw garlic. When the plates were cleared, oil was spilled onto our table. Then we waited about 45 minutes for our entrees and eventually had to track someone down ourselves. We later discovered our waiter eating at the bar while we were waiting. The octopus was both charred and undercooked and far too salty. The nearly 3-inch-thick pork chop, ordered medium, was raw in the center. The "apricot brandy reduction" was essentially jam on top, and the potato chips were thick and underfried. The $37 pork chop was essentially inedible. Getting the check was another ordeal--we had to ask multiple times and were even brought another customer's check and credit card by mistake. There was no adjustment to our bill. After paying, we also had to wait to get our card back. The bartender did seem genuinely concerned when we told him what happened and ultimately offered 10% off a future visit, but after this experience, we certainly won't be returning. The shrimp were good and the bartender tried to help, but overall the food, service, and handling of the situation were far below what we expected.

This place is impressive. Staff and service has been great both times we went…read more Some of the best chicken parm we've had. My Frances's dish was excellent and the tiramisu is delicious! Ambience is perfect and outdoors is nice too.

Had a memorable dinner at Trama's Trattoria last night. The best Italian food in Long Branch for…read moresure! Went on a whim and they kindly seated us with no reservation. We ordered the calamari to start and I'm shocked to say the marinara and side of tomato salad outshined the calamari itself. The tomatoes were perfectly dressed, and the marinara was TASTY - I could drink it on its own (and I did lol)! For our mains, we got the bolognese and carbonara. Both delicious and rich. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente. Service was top notch. We were tended to by multiple servers throughout our dinner, even after we paid the bill. Incredible hospitality! There is no parking lot. Street parking was ample when we went, but it's currently winter. I imagine it would be a nightmare to find parking during peak season.

Excellent food and service. Espresso martinis shaken by the…read morebartender are top notch!

This place is amazing from start to finish! the dining area…read moreis beautiful. In the summer on the weekend they play music. The staff is amazing. The service is great. They have a parking lot we usually order the lobster tails and the halibut. we drive 20 minutes to get here and try to come every week. There are so many restaurants at the NJ shore but nothing like the squires. The lobster tails are huge and delicious. The halibut is fantastic. you cannot go wrong here. I have eaten in Many 5 star restaurants in Manhattan and I feel this is the best restaurant at the NJ shore.

Ana was very attentive and ensured we had everything we needed to have an enjoyable afternoon…read more Highly recommend matiz - especially the margarita pitcher!

This place has been on my list to go for a while now. They have a good variety of Latin American…read moredishes mainly from Peru, Colombia, Mexico, etc. Is the food the best you'll have from these countries? No. Is it the worst, also no. In fact, we had the churrasco and the ceviche and both were very good. We also had a mango shake with milk, also excellent. Great tase and good consistency. The place also has a good atmosphere and great music selection. In addition, every Thursday evening from 6:45 to 7:45 they offer free Latin music dance classes. There were probably 12 to 15 people at this particular class. Definitely a great date spot. I'll mention that the food did take almost 50 minutes to come out, but overall the food and service were both good. Definitely worth a try.

Had a nice experience at McLoone's Pier House in Long Branch! We stopped in for drinks and ordered…read morethe bread basket along with a few glasses of the house wine. The bread basket was a great starter--fresh, warm, and perfect for enjoying while having drinks. The house wine was also enjoyable and made for a nice, casual option while taking in the atmosphere. The location is definitely a highlight. Being right by the water gives the restaurant a relaxed, coastal feel, and it's a great place to sit back, have a drink, and enjoy the Long Branch scenery. It has a lively but laid-back vibe that works well for a casual night out or grabbing drinks with friends. Overall, it was a pleasant experience. I'd come back for the atmosphere, waterfront location, and a relaxed drink by the shore.

Beautiful restaurant & Ambience!…read more Food is a hit or miss. I ordered the short rib nachos, a bit disappointed. Meat tasted like unseasoned left overs. Chef needs to take this off the menu or just serve cheese nachos. Skip the Spicy jalapeño Spitz nasty I only took 3 sips it was a waste of money. Now the burger & fries was delicious, so I recommend it. I'm happy I ordered the basic burger. The waitress, forgot my drink but she was sweet. Restaurant overlooks the beach if u get a window seat as I did. Or if it's not raining , u can be seated outside. Even though food a hit or miss. I recommend a visit because the menu is huge & other guest ordered different meals.

Rode my Bike into Pier Village around 1pm on the 4th of July…read more I ordered a take out: a classic lobster roll and French fries, order # 63. They called the number and handed me the bag, all wrapped up, I bicycled a mile and a half back to my house to enjoy it. Ha, I should have checked the bag in the store, they only put the French fries in the bag, the jokes on me, I can't go back because its closed off to cars now. Thanks for nothing, very disappointing. Follow up, I came back the next day. Management stepped up big time and made everything right! They doubled my order and gave an extra coupon for a 3rd Lobster sandwich, which are delicious! Thank you Mason's lobster for going above and beyond to correct an error on what was a very busy day!

Genuinely the worst experience I've had. Firstly, You have to order standing up, to follow, the…read moreprices are $25+ for a mid tier at best single liner roll, with SHELLS inside. Then they have the audacity to ask for a tip? Ambiance is artificial, fast casual, would never return to any masons location ever. Come here if you'd like to waste $100+ on two people to not be satiated.