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    Royal Barbecue

    3.7 (21 reviews)
    Open • 10:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    James B.

    Little hole in the wall BUT just what I like! Simple Portuguese BBQ on a coal fire grill at a reasonable price! Huge portions! Don't expect anything fancy just good simple takeout. Oh yeah don't expect a warm greeting, traditional hard working Portuguese owner is rather blunt. But I am not there for a sit down dinner so works for me.

    Famous BBQ'd half chicken with rice and fries.
    Lex T.

    I grew up eating their Portuguese bbq for the last two decades. This is hands down my favorite bbq place. The grilled chicken and ribs are to die for so what are you waiting for? Get some!!! The family that operates this joint are super nice as well. Chicken and ribs all day baby!

    I poked at the rice and checked under the ribs to look for the damn hot sauce that the rotund old guy said was in there

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    We order 5 days a week! Excellent fresh homemade food. We rated it one of the best restaurants in New Jersey!

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    Best frango in the area. Great prices, have never been disappointed with the takeout here.

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    “The grilled chicken and ribs are to die for so what are you waiting for?”

    $15 Ribs

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    Jersey Shore BBQ - Jumbo Wings, Brisket Platter, Rib Dinner Family Pack

    Jersey Shore BBQ

    4.4(280 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    I will start off by saying I am not the biggest BBQ lover but my husband does love it. We both…read moreordered the half rack of ribs with sides. We could have easily shared this. The portions for the meats were very big. My husband got ranch beans and sweet potato fries for his sides. While the sides were small for both of us, the sweet potato fries were for a family of 4... HUGE portion. He got at least 2 meals out of it. My sides were the Mac and Cheese which was very cheesy and delicious as well as the tomato cucumber salad. I love a good cucumber salad. Like I said before, those sides were very small. I wish I could have just had a plate of sides. The pickles they give you were also very delicious. I also don't like cornbread which came with our orders and theirs was actually sweet and moist. But like I said, as a person who really does not care for BBQ, a plate of sides would be amazing. We also got the 'Jalapeno Honey' wings which were a good size, but I didn't taste much jalapeno or honey for that matter. They were just kind of mild. My husband loved his meal but he does prefer Big Ed's BBQ in Matawan. Our whole meal was $80 which is quite a lot for no waiter service, just counter. The food was very quick and the service in general was okay. We probably would not be back, but it is worth it to check it out. They had a steady flow of customers throughout the time we were eating there.

    Absolutely delicious BBQ! The pulled pork was tender, flavorful, and packed with smoky goodness…read more The French fries were crispy and perfectly seasoned, and the nachos were loaded with great toppings and flavor. Everything was fresh, satisfying, and full of that classic BBQ taste. Definitely a spot worth coming back to -- highly recommend!

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    1/2 rack of ribs, Collard Greens Mac and Cheese

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    KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

    KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot

    3.8(774 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    As much as I am team wet meat all the way (aka hot pot), I do appreciate that you get the best of…read moreboth worlds here and have korean bbq. It can get very filling to have both, so come hungry. For korean bbq, I will never say no to a round of brisket and pork belly. The vibe and service here has been consistent. I normally order hotpot and the portions per rounds is decent. I love lamb, pork belly, and any marbled beef option they have. I love the various thinly sliced meat portions for the hotpot and various toppings and additions such as vegetables and fish balls. I go with the tomato soup based as I like the savory, tangy flavor. There is also a mini buffet for sides and an array of sauces to choose from. I like that they guide you in their sauce buffet by the use of photos for the best way to combine all the flavors. I hope to come back!

    Came here on Thanksgiving and the place was relatively empty, but there were a few other occupied…read moretables - I'd say maybe 20% of the restaurant was full while we were eating. Staff were super attentive and accommodating - we appreciate the great service on a holiday! Ambiance felt modern and more futuristic - black, sleek counters and tables with K-Pop playing on all the TVs. Food was easy to order with the iPad and came out within a reasonable amount of time post ordering. Food selection was solid - we ended up just getting the hotpot option so we shared all the dishes that came out and put them in our individual pots. Flavors were solid and quality was fine. It was a typical AYCE experience so we left full, but we had a good time. Thanks, KPOT!

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    KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - The order :) so easy and fast with the IPad! Love it !

    The order :) so easy and fast with the IPad! Love it !

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    Veggie spread for the KPOT

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    Avo's Ria Mar - Potatoes

    Avo's Ria Mar

    3.7(315 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    I planned a small dinner at Ria Mar for my wife's 40th birthday and would recommend it for anyone…read more We had 20+ people so were able to have a small room in the banquet hall with a preset menu. From calling around, I felt Ria Mar was giving the most selection and value for the per person $$. The amount of food we got reassured me we got our moneys worth. So many delicious appetizers, and the meals were also very good. My only complaint, though a very small one, was the overall "pace" of the evening. Our server was working hard to keep things moving but ultimately the rooms location and I assume the need for additional help kind of slowed things down a bit. It wasn't anything that would keep me from hosting another event there. I'd still highly recommend it.

    I went to Avo Ria Mar for a birthday dinner. The waiters were super patient and nice, which I…read morereally appreciated. However, my utensils were dirty when I sat down. the waiter apologized right away, but it made me wonder about the rest.The bread and salad were complimentary and both were really good. We started with a pitcher of red sangria, which everyone enjoyed. For entrées, we ordered the bacon-wrapped chicken (the sauce was tasty, but the chicken itself was dry), the braised short ribs (very good), and the seafood rice, which was delicious. The shrimp avo was just okay. Overall, I'd recommend the place for the friendly service and good food; just make sure your utensils are clean before you start eating.

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    Avo's Ria Mar - Dinning area

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    Gusto Grill - Charred vegetable pizza

    Gusto Grill

    3.9(559 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    My wife and I weren't sure where to go for dinner. She's even more indecisive than me, so she made…read moreme pick. We wanted to try somewhere new and had never been to gusto grill before, so I suggested it. It was a Saturday night so we thought there might have been a long wait. Although the place did seem a bit busy, we only had to wait about 5 minutes before being seated at a high top table. For apps we picked the korean sticky ribs and the shrimp and avocado spring rolls. The spring rolls were well packed and covered in a good amount of sauce, but not too much. The ribs were pretty good, but I don't think I'd get them again. I tasted them first and mentioned that they had a weird initial taste, and when my wife tried them she had the exact same thought as me -- they tasted like dog. Like wet dog. I know this sounds both ridiculous and disgusting, but it wasn't a deal-breaker. Overall, they were decent but I'd rather try something else instead next time. As positives, they were very tender and decently sized. For our entrees, I picked the bulgogi beef bowl while my wife went with the bourbon steak sandwich. The bulgogi bowl was a good portion size and was tasty. Would've liked more meat, but I wouldn't say they skimped. The steak sandwich, however, was the highlight. The bread was their own focaccia which was great. The sandwich was delicious and the steak was incredibly tender. She was too full to finish it so she saved half and it all reheated well in the air fryer the next day. The ambiance was nice as well. It was noisy and it wasn't exactly intimate, but it was nicer for a casual establishment. Not where I'd go if I were looking for a romantic date night, but for a casual date night with delicious food, I'd recommend for sure.

    I loved every dish. Calamari is def the best and grilled octopus. Great for date nightread more

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    Fries here are delicious!

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    Umi Premium Sushi & Seafood Buffet - Pineapple rice

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    3.7(340 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    Food is amazing the place is very clean and service is exelent my whole family love this place.read more

    In a state that has an abundance of Chinese buffets, they all seem to be cut from the same cloth:…read morebasic, no-frills, & you pay for what you get. You don't pay for a wonderful "experience" --- that was never part of the package. UMI Premium Sushi & Seafood Buffet changes that, and offers the Chinese Buffet in a setting that is bright, open, and beautifully decorated. There is no real "server" when you come here, all of the servers work as a collective --- you call one down, they bring you your drink, another passes by they collect your plate. These workers definitely work in harmony. Now I have to say: this Buffet is a bit pricier than the normal "Flaming Grill & Buffet" --- adults are $23.99 and kids are between $11-16. But remember: you getting not just the food --- your getting what most other buffets don't offer: AN EXPERIENCE. Besides the "hot dishes" like hibachi beef and orange chicken, UMI Premium Sushi & Seafood Buffet offers a wide variety not seen anywhere else: Hot Pot anyone? Included! Ramen? Included! Unlimited Bubble Tea? Included! Beverages? Included! Taste-wise I was thoroughly impressed. Since this is a popular buffet, it seems the food is refreshed quite often, meaning nothing will remain in the warmers for too long. Some of my favorites? Salt and Pepper Shrimp, Braised Pork Belly, and the Cantaloupe Boba Tea. True to it's name, this Buffet exceeded my expectations, was an absolute EXPERIENCE and I can't wait for another visit!

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    HUGEEEE SELECTION. Recommend for big families.

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