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    JBJ Soul Kitchen

    4.8 (181 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 7:00 PM

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Michele L.

    We had an excellent experience here and food was delicious. I had daily specials for appetizer and entree: soup with vegetables and some pork in broth and grilled chicken with crumbled bacon and feta over linguine. Very tasty and just right spicy ( not too much). Other diner had menu items: Asian salad and Mongolian beef over rice. He liked both. Portions were perfect size to eat all at restaurant. For dessert we were offered fruit cup or what they called banana cake. We got the cake but it was yellow cake stacked on chewy blonde brownie with caramel sauce and dollop of topping. Still delicious but not banana. They may have run out of banana cake? No problem; we liked it! Drinks offered were water, infused with lemon water,tea, coffee and unsweetened ice tea. We got there at 5:30 pm and 2 tables empty of about 12 total plus 2-4 outside. Suggested donation for meal is $20 and the server mentioned that they understood if we had to pay less. We decided to pay $30 each as all monies go back to this restaurant and food and service was top notch. Only downside was it was very noisy so conversing with a quiet person was difficult but we still had a great time. Lastly, we weren't rushed after dinner even though they close on the early side.

    Anthony R.

    What a wonderful time. The whole staff was amazing. They're doing valuable work and providing everyone with a wonderful experience.

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    Debbie S.

    This place is truly good for your soul. The food was superb- better than some 5 star restaurants I've eaten at. We had Peruvian chicken and coconut cod- we gobbled it up and forgot to take pictures. Excellent service. And the atmosphere-- heartwarming. The restaurant asks for food donations (suggested $30 per person) for a 3 course meal but if you can't afford to pay you can work for a few minutes for your food as well. So several tables are filled with homeless men and women who were dining with dignity. It was a beautiful thing. This place filled our stomach and our soul! I wish there were more places like it!

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    Nicole P.

    A truly amazing place!! JBJ Soul Kitchen is a community restaurant that provides a 3 course meal to all even if they are unable to pay for their meal. I have been wanting to visit here after I was working at a hospital during the pandemic and they donated meals to us. I went on a Wednesday evening for dinner, arrived shortly after they opened, we were sat right away but all the tables were taken not too long after. It's a small restaurant of about 8 tables and a small outdoor patio area for when it's nice. They also have limited hours so be sure to check it out before going. The wait staff identified themselves as volunteers and were so friendly with quick service. We were offered cornbread to start which was delicious and enjoyed some watermelon mint infused water. The menu changes frequently so be sure to check online before going to make sure you'll find something you'd like as there's only about 4 entree options. The meal starts with an appetizer of soup or salad. We really enjoyed the entree of Creole shrimp scampi pasta which was loaded with flavorful shrimp and a big serving with enough to have leftovers! The dessert offered fresh fruit or chef's choice which was a delicious lemon cake. At the end of the meal they won't bring you a bill, so they can't differentiate between who is able to pay and those that can't. Instead they ask you to go up to pay at a counter and asked how much we would like to pay. The suggested donation was $30 per person and I would happily pay that again for a tasty 3 course meal that benefits an amazing cause!

    Meatloaf, mash and broccoli deliciousness
    Ellen M.

    Energy. Good food. Good people. Great work Nicole, Hilary and the gang. Your warmth and commitment is palpable. The love exudes from the front door to the plate. The food was delicious; lasagne soup, mouthwatering meatloaf and red velvet cake. Thank you for what you do.

    Ate at the Red Bank location. This place is amazing. The staff is all volunteers, except for the chefs. The staff is crazy friendly and welcoming whether you are paying or not. The food is really , really delicious and beyond expectation. Please stop in for a meal and support their mission.

    there was an event here the other day so had to stop by. Loved donating and helping out the community. it's a pretty nice place and very friendly people

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    Carrie H.

    Love love love this place. Extremely hospitable workers. We got there at 11:15 for 11:30 opening. No wait. Food was so good. I had the Chili appetizer that had the right amount of kick. Not too hot. Frittata was amazing !!! On top of potatoes and was so tasty Offered us a variety of drinks that were cold and hot Dessert. We were so full!! But I had to try the cake Can't wait to come back !! Thank you for a wonderful experience

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    Dragonlady L.

    It's December and winter, and it's freezing cold out! But, we drove 60 miles for our date night out (kids at grandparents!) and arrived here -- it's warm and inviting inside this cozy space! As soon as we walked inside, we were greeted by so many friendly and smiling staff, who made us feel right at home and happily explained the philosophy and mission of the restaurant when we said it was our First Visit! There's so much heart in this place you can feel it and then, taste it, too in the carefully planned and prepared meal. We couldn't have been more delighted to come for dinner and take part in this amazing community and dining experience to enjoy a delicious meal, while having the opportunity to contribute by paying it forward with our donation for the meal. 3-courses for a suggested donation of $20 (half for the meal and the other half saved for someone in-need). Will have to come back in the spring or summer to see the beautiful garden outside in the boxes out front! Thanks to the entire staff -- especially Dori, Denice, and Jeff. Kudos to JBJ, Dorothea and everyone involved in this great restaurant.

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    Great concept.. great atmosphere..great food.. I live I red bank and awsome bonjovi gives back the way he does

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    Very nice, sweet atmosphere! Great food and all for kindness! Definitely recommend for a nice meal!

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    Do they take reservations?

    Sorry, I don't know if they take reservations. Just give them a call: https://jbjsoulkitchen.org/

    How long is the wait on a Sunday for lunch. Opens at 11:30. Is 11:00 am early enough?

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    First time here and overall really enjoyed it. The restaurant itself looks very nice and has a…read moregreat atmosphere. We went around 2:00 PM the day before Mother's Day, and it was pretty quiet inside besides a few larger groups. Service was kind and welcoming. The food took a little while to come out, which surprised me since it didn't seem too busy, but maybe there was a party or something going on elsewhere. For appetizers, we got the Brussels sprouts and the warm feta dip -- both were absolutely fabulous and so delicious. Definitely recommend them. Next time I want to try the fried calamari too. For our entrées, I was deciding between getting a pizza, but ended up ordering the Lincroft Burger while my friend got the Charlie's Burger. We cut them in half and switched so we could each try both. Great idea because both burgers were really good. I personally prefer my fries extra crispy and these weren't quite there, but they still tasted good. The cookie skillet dessert LOOKED amazing. We were way too stuffed to order it this time, but next visit I'm definitely saving room for it. Overall, I would come again. Enjoy!

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    Charlie’s of Lincroft - FRIED CALAMARI     $18 Sweet & Spicy Soy Glaze, Blistered Shishito Peppers, Korean Chili Aioli & Scallions. Delicious.

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    My family and I just had dinner at Robinson Ale House, and I have to say -- we were pleasantly…read moresurprised. We almost didn't go because of the 3.5-star rating, but the space looked promising and the menu caught our attention. I'm so glad we trusted our instincts. The decor is beautiful -- calm, cozy, and upscale without feeling stuffy. It has that warm, polished vibe that makes you want to settle in and actually enjoy your meal instead of feeling rushed. Our server, Devin, was fantastic. He was attentive, friendly, and genuinely kind. He checked in at the right times, answered all our questions, and made the whole experience feel easy and relaxed. And the food? Absolutely delicious. My family and I are pretty picky about our meats, which is one of the reasons we usually prefer eating at home. Everything tasted fresh and well-prepared -- flavorful without being overdone. You can tell care went into the quality. Overall, it was such a great experience. Definitely exceeded our expectations, and we'll be back.

    Classic spot in downtown Red Bank! Great to hangout and catch up with friends. Service was friendly…read moreand prompt and the overall vibe was great (even better in the summer). The food was average/ good, just about what I expected! I got the rigatoni vodka and I wish it was a bit more flavorful, but you're probably better off getting a burger at a spot like this. Will be back to try more!

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