If i could rate this place 10 stars i definitely would my coworker and i came there for the first…read moretime yesterday and the food was delicious i had the veggie omlette and she had the meat omlette with pork roll and cheddar and she loved it and our coffee drinks came quick barely 2 minutes after we ordered them! will definitely be coming back!!

Got the Porky Pig omelette with hash browns and gluten free toast. Everything was delicious and I…read morereally loved the decor in here. Wait staff were very nice as well. Will definitely be back next year!

My wife and myself and a friend ate here tonight and the food was great as always and the waiter…read morewas very attentive. The manager as always stopped to say hello.

Great spot for breakfast or lunch. This has a retro style diner feel. It is not as big on the…read moreinside as I thought it would so expect to wait on peak hours. They also have small diner type bar seating stools. The Buffalo chicken salad was big, fresh, and delicious. I had plenty to take home for meal number 2. The chicken fingers and fries were also very good. Not too greasy. The fries had a nice crispy outside. The service was very good too. But beware It can get very loud when it's busy.

We came to Surf City Bistro for their trivia night after dinner elsewhere. It was a little…read moreconfusing how the whole thing would work at first, but the Emcee/Host explained it all. We started off with some 'doubles' for our drinks as we got settled and ordered a couple of other rounds during the trivia contest...so the bill added up quickly, but we had a blast with the trivia and ended up winning. I know this place has mixed reviews but we had a great time.

We visited Surf City Bistro several times over the past two weeks, and each experience reminded us…read morewhy it has been a go-to spot for our family since the mid '90s. Whether we were dining with a group of 9, an extended party of 16, or just enjoying a casual dinner at the bar, the service was consistently excellent. The staff handled everything with ease and professionalism - especially impressive given that our groups included anywhere from 3 to 6 children. They made sure the kids' meals came out quickly (a huge plus for us), and their attention to detail was excellent, even with the larger parties. The food was solid and well priced across the board. We tried everything from burgers and sushi to flatbreads, chicken, and the raw bar, and everything was fresh and prepared well. Drinks were also a strong point - reasonably priced, delivered promptly, and followed up on without us ever needing to ask. A nice touch during our visits was the live music - it kept the kids entertained and added to the laid-back, fun atmosphere. Even our evening at the bar stood out - we enjoyed the same great service and were able to take advantage of their happy hour specials. The updates that have been made here have only enhanced what was already a reliable, welcoming spot. Surf City Bistro continues to be one of the most family-friendly and consistently enjoyable dining options right in the heart of Surf City. We will be back again soon.

5+++++ Star Review for The Lighthouse, Surf City, NJ…read more Absolutely loved LOVED our visit to The Lighthouse in Surf City! Everything was on point from start to finish. We had the wings, fish tacos, and a chicken sandwich -- and each dish was better than the last. The wings were perfectly cooked and full of flavor, the fish tacos were fresh and had just the right amount of kick, and the chicken sandwich was juicy and satisfying. The vibe of the place was beachy, welcoming, and laid-back -- just what you want at the Shore. Service was fast and friendly, food came out hot, and everything tasted made with care. Definitely a hidden gem and worth every star. We'll be back for sure!

Lighthouse deli is an OG In LBI. I have been eating bagels here since birf foo then I found the…read moresandwiches and I ate lighthouse deli.

Rolled into LBI early for a weekly rental and needed breakfast. Hoped for something quick and…read moreportable. Dio's has a sign touting all day breakfast sandwiches. Perfect. Two pork roll egg and cheese on a bun. Bagels also available. Ready in 5 mins and sat at a shady table out front. People taking orders are very friendly.

A gem! As someone who is severely gluten-free and has had some tough experiences finding safe spots…read moreon this island, this place blew me away. I've never even seen a gluten-free Philly cheesesteak before -- and it was delicious. They have a separate fryer for the yummy fries. Celiac safe! And delicious for those who aren't GF! Highly recommend. I just wish there was one where I live!

We had a welcome reception for our wedding here, and it was so fun! Live music and great drinks! We…read moregot so many compliments on the venue reception! And Fatima was so wonderful to work with! Will definitely visit again. The food was decent.

We stopped in for bar food. Our favorite go to the test the pub is classic wings and nachos. These…read moredid not disappoint both. My wife and I absolutely loved the nachos. I really liked the wings. My wife didn't really like the touch of smoky taste, but she's no wing expert. I typically don't like when they have a smoky taste to them, but these wings were fried with a great layer of sauce and just a hint of grill smoke on them. I thought they were Terrific. Definitely gonna try this again server if we're wonderful. The set up was nice a typical style bar use shape with high top seating and standard seating. We really enjoyed it and will be back.

We come to Boulevard Clams every year for clams to cook on the grill and every couple years for a…read moremeal. We stopped in here last night, luckily kind of early because by the time we left they were packed. I've always loved this place for their clams...always amazing and fresh. I will say that their wait in menu is a bit pricey, but you're paying LBI prices so just expect it. We had a party of five last night and the food was delicious. Wifey had a fried flounder sandwich that was too much for her (so I got about 1/3 of her filet!), but she loved it. I had the premium crab cakes and started with a dozen little necks. The little necks were really small so I was a little disappointed in the serving size, but the crab cakes with fries and 1/2 a corn on the cob filled me up. My son and daughter's boyfriend both had salmon and my daughter had garlic Parmesan shrimp and pasta. Always a delicious meal!

I had the most amazing out of body moment eating the steamers here today. As a kid my grandparents…read morelived in New Suffolk way east on the North fork of Long Island and we used to go in the morning and get the steamer clams off bay for dinner. We could eat literally more than a couple of dozen each for dinner. Nothing was fresher. Today I had steamer clams here that brought me right back to grandma's table! They were so incredibly tender (stems and all), sweet and fresh. For anyone who is not a fan, I can't describe them. For anyone who is, I implore you --- take a ride and eat those steamer clams. They come in a bucket to go. But they will make you a third for an order to eat in. I had two orders. I could have eaten 3! With the melted butter and the broth for dipping it was sheer heaven. I am a happy person today.

Burger place with a good vegetarian burger is a treat in itself. Their black bean patty is really…read moregood burger option on the menu. I personally didn't like feta cheese, next time I will swap it for some other type of cheese. My husband got a crispy chicken sandwich/burger, and he liked it. Onions rings and fries were also good. What stood out to me was the ranch that came with the fries- one of the best ones. I regret not buying a bottle to bring back home. And my husband got a Nutella Shake - Dr. Nutella which was outstanding. It was not overly sweet and so it tasted great. Service was great too. Definitely, stop by this place for some good food.

My family and I went here for a quick dinner. It was crowded when we walked in but tables open…read morequickly. We were able to get seated fast. They had a huge assortment of burgers and fries. Milkshakes were delicious. Everything was super tasty. I ordered a chicken salad and that was fresh. The air conditioned kept the spot at a comfy temp. The decorations were nice and the staff was very friendly. Worth a visit.

Always a 10/10. From the fun drink choices, to the deli style menu, to the cute lil stuff scattered…read moreall throughout the market- the local is an EXPERIENCE. My drinks are always made to perfection- I recommend the rainbow cookie latte, or s'mores latte- they always put a fun topping on them. Also try their homemade pop tarts! Nutella is my fav

Any place with the nerve to sell sandwiches on rock-hard, stale bread is deserving of one star…read more At its best, the local is a convenient option in ship bottom that is open in the off-season. Beyond that, this is a money grab with little integrity. Notice how few items have prices. Bring them to the counter and find out that you are spending two times as much as you would elsewhere. The items that are priced, however, are more in line with prices elsewhere. Seems kind of scammy but, as the folks here are aware, they are pretty much the only game in town for most of the year.

We loved the holiday, lodge's feel that this restaurant has, and the food is delicious too! We sat…read morein the bar area, and the bartenders were great! There was one guy playing guitar music, not too loud, which made the atmosphere cozy. They have a great cocktail list if you want to try something new. The wedge salad was large and had a twist- it had a different type of dressing, crispy onion on top, and traditional blue cheese crumbles. The cheese steak comes with thick-cut fries, and the crab cake main had coleslaw on the side, which was crisp and served with a light dressing. Looking forward to dining again soon.

So, Wifey and I always have one night out alone (the kids go out and do the same) and tonight we…read moredecided to try The Arlington. We weren't 100% sold because of some of the reviews, but still gave it a shot. We made a 6pm reservation online and were able to park in the lot adjacent to the restaurant. We were seated immediately and the hostess gave us a table by the front window. Nice, out of the way, allowed us to chat and people watch. We were initially shocked at how empty the place was for a 6pm reservation, but by the time we were done the place was packed. Out waitress came over and took our drink order (she never introduced herself, which always kind of annoys me). I ordered the Barrel -aged Manhattan (it came on the rocks though I ordered it up) and Wifey ordered The Maverick - gin, Aperol, lemon, Ginger, mint. For starters we had the Steamers special - in a white wine garlic butter sauce with grilled or charred shallots and Chargrilled oysters with spinach, panko, cheddar, and hot sauce. For our entrees Wifey had the NY strip with seasoned potatoes and I had the Crab cakes. Steak was excellent...the crab cakes were small for the price, but full of meat. Delicious Cole slaw. Appetizers were also great - my steamers were different than I've ever had because the flavor of the shallots really added a ton of flavor. Drink prices are ridiculous (they are everywhere on the island, but especially for the size of the Maverick. Food was great, service was ok (though our waitress wasn't very enthusiastic), you'll pay Island prices here, and place gets VERY loud so be aware.