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    Moby's Lobster Deck

    3.1 (135 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Closed • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Amanda R.

    Moby's Lobster Deck is a great spot to grab ice cream--fast and friendly service with prices that are hard to beat. Perfect for a quick treat by the water.

    Jeisia E.

    We stumbled upon this place while craving ice cream with my friends, and we were delighted with our experience. A week later, my husband, kids , and I came and we thoroughly enjoyed every bite of the food we ordered. Since it's a takeout-only restaurant, there's no need for a server. Sodas are complimentary, and is dog-friendly. The outdoor seating offers a view of the bridge leading to Sandy Hook. They serve fresh lobster and clams, which are perfect for families. Plus, being pet-friendly is a bonus!

    My best friend from Australia Matt he loved it
    George P.

    I'm thrilled to have coming back after so many years, the place ambience and food still awesome You can't get a better fish place like Moby's an authentic fish shack !

    Festival Platter (Crab Cake, Scallop, Clam Strip) and 1/2 Lobster Roll

    Overall a good spot. Food has gone downhill in the last few years compared to 5 years ago. Food was decent. Fast service. Good ambiance when the weather is nice on the deck.

    This is supposed to be New England clam chowder clearly they have never been to New England

    Please don't eat the food here. It's a great location. The ice cream is good and the drinks are good, but their interpretation of New England clam chowder was like a watery soup. The lobster rolls had lobster that was very very old and fishy. The steamers came out and had clearly been sitting for several hours. They were ice cold. I won't eat here again, but I may come here and have an ice cream.

    Malikah M.

    If you want good, fresh, seafood without the fanfare of a restaurant with a wait staff, look no further. This gem has a nice outdoor deck with ample seating. The beer is cold and watching the boats come in and our provides a restful atmosphere with delicious food.

    Fresh clams,  jersey shore,  tradition.
    Evan M.

    Moby's Lobster Deck is typically a positive experience for me. You have to keep your expectations in check. Simply put, this is super casual waterfront dining, a la picnic tables, rustic wood deck, a help yourself sort of place. Raw clams, a better-than-average burger and french fries, and a draft beer with waterfront breezes and sun; it doesn't get much better. Yes, the menu has ups and downs, some items are so-so, and some are on the pricey side. But if you have plans for an easy waterfront spot for a raw clam bar, this place will satisfy your needs. Just watch out for the super-aggressive seagulls hovering overhead!

    Stephanie L.

    Second time back was kinda disappointing!! Lobster rolls were smaller and clam chowder was probably at the bottom of the barrel, it was all broth no substance. Kinda sad about this because I had such a good experience the first time.

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    Great view and great food for you to enjoy if by nj shore is a must to go to . Food is great and sea food taste like its fresh out the sea

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    6 years ago

    Surprise hit of the season. Got a delivery from Moby's Sunday night and it was fresh, hot, truly great. Kudos to the team that does this!

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    Such a hidden gem! Great food, great view and right by the beach. Love this place will definitely be back!

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    Nothing to write home about. Just your average over priced fried food shack at the Jersey shore.

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    10 years ago

    Great views from the deck and generally a great little seaside joint. I had oysters and a beer and it was fresh and tasty.

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    14 years ago

    One of my family's favorite place to go in the summer. Nothing like eating seafood outside in a summer night.

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    13 years ago

    Nothing fancy it's like a snack bar except they sell food. The food is like fast food. If you go to the beach it's a great place for lunch.

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    Nice breezy outdoor spot but the food is very disappointing. New England clam chowder is very watery and they have mostly fried food.

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