Hello Darlings!…read more Let's cut to the chase, shall we? In a nutshell...it is fantastic! Although Hubs and I have only dined here twice as of this screed (both times for breakfast), my oh my were we impressed! Both of us have only had the omelette and my word, it's sublime...Chef Justin sure can make a great dish! It's Your Host's intention to try something else on the next visit lest he gets himself into an omelette rut. FARE: it's pretty much American with a French flair. Food is high-quality and the presentation is beautiful. As indicated, we've done just two meals here and I've gotten positive feedback on the other dishes. SERVICE: Attentive without being annoying. A nice touch was their chef coming by and introducing himself. ATMOSPHERE: Bright and cheery (just like Your Host). It's a tasteful, comfortable spot and yes, outside seating is available on nice days. OVERALL: Would I recommend? O mai oui!! This is a great restaurant with great grub. One caveat is that it might be considered pricey but in this case it's worth it. Definitely check it out...and get back to me... Ciao darlings, Your Host

Tried Avon-by-the-Sea's newest addition for Easter brunch and it did not disappoint. We were…read moregreeted by friendly staff, sat in a large, sunny dining room, and learned it's owned by two local brothers - one runs front of house, and the other is a chef who's worked in several NYC restaurants. Our brunch was delicious! We started with a ricotta toast topped with grapefruit (not on the menu yet!), and ordered a wide variety of entrées for the table: the Mortadella Sandwich (hit the spot!), Maypink's pancakes with lemon ricotta and blueberry (so fresh!), a classic French omelette, Fried Chicken Sandwich with fries, and the Grain Salad. Didn't manage to get pictures of everything, but it was all delicious as evidenced by our empty plates. They're BYOB and currently offer brunch/lunch only, but plan to add dinner and a market next door. I'm excited to try both, but in the meantime I definitely recommend stopping in for brunch!

We felt welcome the moment we walked in. The ambience is sunny and the food was terrific. The…read moreHuevos Rancheros was spectacular.

We went to Marigold for brunch and called ahead to reserve a table for 6. The cafe is really nice,…read moreand they have a dessert case at the front that looks amazing. The ambiance is bright and colorful. The restaurant was busy! But they seated us right away. We were pleased with the service. I really enjoyed my eggplant flatbread sandwich. My hubs had a tasty chick bahn mi and a seafood pancake. My in-laws loved their grilled romaine salads. I think everyone was very pleased with their food! I would recommend trying out this cafe.

Over the years I've eaten a LOT of breakfast with my friends and let me tell you, Mariner's Cove is…read moremy absolute favorite and #1 on our tier list. Their food, service, atmosphere, pricing, all fantastic. Always consistent every visit. They check all the boxes and have everything you can want in a restaurant. If you live in New Jersey or are just passing through, you MUST come here. Try one of their 250+ omelettes on the newspaper-sized menu.

I anticipate my yearly visit to Mariners cove with great enthusiasm. It never disappoints! Today…read morewas no exception. If I didn't live in Florida, I would be a regular. In my opinion, this is the best breakfast establishment out there. I've never had any other meals there but I've heard that all of their food is fantastic. Do yourself a a favor and stop in. You won't be sorry.

Excellence... food, atmosphere and service!! A real hometown…read moreplace for breakfast or lunch with friendly and welcoming faces!!

I eat here regularly, and the experience is consistently outstanding. The food is always fresh,…read moreflavorful, and expertly prepared. It's clear that quality and consistency are priorities, and they deliver every time. The service is equally impressive--friendly, attentive, and welcoming without ever feeling rushed. You can tell the staff genuinely cares and takes pride in providing a great experience. What truly sets this restaurant apart, though, are the owners. They are wonderful people who are actively involved and have created a warm, inviting atmosphere that keeps me coming back. If you're looking for a restaurant that combines excellent food, outstanding service, and genuinely great people, this is a place I highly recommend. Five stars all around.

As luck would have it, I scored a reservation at Buoys on a busy Saturday night in Manasquan…read more Thanks to an Instagram post, I became intrigued and started stalking the reservations. Persistence paid off. Right off the bat, I loved the atmosphere. We sat outside at picnic tables, and the whole place had a seashore surfer chic vibe. Basically, it felt like a cool little beach hut. They don't take themselves too seriously, but the food was absolutely delicious and refreshing. One thing that makes Buoys unique is that there is one seating each evening with a fixed menu. Everyone is there for the same experience, enjoying the exact same meal together. I really loved that. We were given buckets of ice for our wine, and we were off to the races. The meal was a good mixture of shared dishes and individual entrées, which really fit the atmosphere. They don't alter the food for anyone's preferences. We had a food allergy in our group, so I reached out ahead of time. They were accommodating for the most part and very nice about it. I give Buoys five stars because, while it doesn't take itself too seriously, it takes the food pretty seriously. The whole place is just cool. I've never had a tasting menu that included chicken wings. Tuna "Chorizo," barro, pineapple, herb salad Imagine a tuna tartare with a chorizo vibe. It was stunning and delicious. Everyone at the table loved it. I know pineapple isn't everyone's favorite, but it was the perfect way to balance the smoky chorizo flavors. It was innovative and really memorable. Chicken Wings Jimmy Nardello peppers, savory ranch, 'nduja Getting a plate of chicken wings on a tasting menu was such a surprise. They were covered in this incredible pepper sauce, and oh my God, they were so good. They were perfect for the whole beach, post-surfing, laid-back vibe. That's all I can say. If you're lucky enough to get an extra chicken wing, you're scoring. Orecchiette Fra Diavolo, squid, scungilli, garlic crumb Served family style, this was probably my least favorite dish of the night, but it was still good. The garlic crumb on top made the dish. I found myself trying to get bites with the crumb because it added so much flavor. . Bucette ( Bavette ) Polenta - Miso onions I googled it- Bavette (pronounced bah-VET) is a flavorful cut of beef from the lower sirloin/flank area. It's sometimes called flap steak) Polenta, miso onions, chimichurri By the time the beef came along, I was pretty full. The bavette, similar to hanger steak, was cooked perfectly, charred on the outside and red on the inside. I loved it. I ended up taking it home and enjoyed it the next day. The chimichurri sauce was delicious. Salmon Lentil gremolata, parsnip purée Sadly, no one at our table ordered the salmon, so I can't report on it. Cronut Banana pudding, peanut butter, chocolate mousse Who doesn't love a cronut? Well, this one put all the others to shame. Banana pudding, peanut butter, chocolate mousse. Yum, yum, yum. Again, I've never had a tasting menu that fit its atmosphere so well. Everyone was having a terrific time. Because there is only one seating and one menu, everyone in the restaurant was enjoying the exact same meal together. It created a really fun energy in the room. I peeked into the kitchen, and it couldn't have been much bigger than a food truck. They were working like a well-oiled machine, sending out the same beautifully prepared courses to the entire restaurant. It was pretty impressive to watch. I can't wait to go back. I think I'd better start stalking reservations now for late August or September.

Today I ordered a Turkey Bacon Ranch Club Sub. The gal at the register asked if I would mind…read morehaving it on a wrap, instead of the roll it comes on. I asked if they were out of rolls, to which she replied "No, but we want to save them for cheesesteaks later." I told her I would prefer it on the roll if possible, otherwise I would order a different item. She obliged and I made sure to leave a nice tip. I picked up my order and walked to the beach, excited and hungry for a delicious Buoys sandwich. As I unwrapped the sandwich I ordered, a Turkey Bacon Ranch Club Sub on a WRAP revealed itself. Too late to return it and explain the mixup, I was filled with utter disappointment and contempt. Today, I was deliberately fooled by the Buoys staff and I am extremely displeased by an establishment that typically delivers. I will be taking my hard earned dollars elsewhere going forward. Buoys Manasquan, run by deceitful fools. Beware.

Good food. Enjoyed the arugula omelet and they had a really good taco lunch special…read more Fantastic service. Definitely recommended.

We went to Spring Lake and had to revisit Honey Berry again - we had a great breakfast there before…read morewhen we visited 2 years ago. We ordered the Brioche French Toast, the Blueberry Pistachio Pancakes, the Mediterranean Omelette with Potatoes and the Applewood Bacon. The French Toast was as amazing as it was before and the Blueberry Pistachio Pancakes were excellent!! Light and fluffy with a great texture; some of the best pancakes we've had! The omelette and bacon were also as good as ever! The Honey Berry is a must if you're visiting Spring Lake!

I've been here a bunch of times since they've opened in 2016 and it keeps getting better and…read morebetter. I've yet to have "choose wrong" on the menu and the staff is incredible- from the seasonal waitstaff to the owners & permanent staff. If you want to eat like a king, feel like family AND a local? Eat at Patti's.

Decided to shoot down to Patti's Kitchen for an 8am breakfast. The place seemed like it was a…read moreregular hangout for people living around here, but I bet it's still swamped during the season. Our server was super friendly and brought us coffee and waters quickly. We both kept it simple here with my wife ordering scrambled eggs, bacon, home fries and sourdough toast and I had a ham and Swiss omelette, home fries and sourdough toast. Simple meals that came out quickly and done perfectly. I love that they the portions here are actually correct portion sizes and not an overwhelming amount of food. And I don't know what they do to their hash browns, but WOW. Tasted almost like mashed potatoes, but with the consistency of hash browns. Very good coffee and food, excellent and friendly service, small parking lot and on-street parking - this is an easy one to recommend, I would definitely come back.

The quantity of food was good. The quality was good. The price is a little bit high, but definitely…read morea nice spot to stop for at least breakfast. I haven't tried it for lunch or dinner.

Kitchen reminds me of your typical NJ Diner with food, ambiance and service on par. The only…read moreexception would be that it's priced slightly higher than a Diner. They are definitely short handed, but the staff is very pleasant. My husband ordered the Emerald Isle Breakfast bowl, while I went with the Breakfast Tostadas. My entree was very average and the didn't live up to the description. The tostadas are served on soft tortillas, not crispy corn tortillas. I'm actually surprised at all the 4 and 5 star reviews for this establishment, its fairly middle of the road.