UPDATE 8/13/26: The owner's latest response further reinforces my concerns about how criticism is…read morehandled by this business. After I updated my review to address the owner's original response, she responded again, calling my concerns "hysterical" and telling me to "focus on actual real world problems." At this point, I think the responses speak for themselves. I described something I personally witnessed while standing in this business and explained the impression it left on me. The owner was free to disagree with my account or provide her perspective. Instead, the responses have consisted of sarcasm, mockery, comments about my unrelated review history, and now dismissing my concerns as not being a "real world" problem. I find this extraordinarily unprofessional behavior from someone publicly responding under a "Business Owner" account. Customers should be able to leave critical reviews without being personally mocked or belittled by the owner. Nothing in these responses changes what I personally witnessed. If anything, the way this criticism has been handled has become an additional reason I would not recommend or return to this business. I have included screenshots so readers can see the owner's responses and form their own opinion. UPDATE 8/12: The business owner's response to my review has only reinforced my decision not to return. Rather than professionally addressing what I personally witnessed involving another customer, the owner responded with sarcasm, personal attacks, and comments about my completely unrelated review history. I found the response extremely unprofessional and, frankly, childish. A business owner should be able to address criticism without mocking a customer or attempting to discredit them personally. I do not know the younger customer involved; I simply witnessed the interaction while I was there waiting to order. The owner's response does not change what I personally saw or the impression it left on me. I won't be shopping here again. I've given this place a few chances because I wanted to be fair, but what I witnessed today was the final straw. I was standing in line getting ready to order when I watched who I assume was the owner walk over to a younger customer who was seated and just about to drink his coffee. She told him he needed to get up and move to make room for people who had just walked in. I walked out without ordering. The whole interaction left a terrible impression on me. Younger customers deserve the same basic courtesy and respect as everyone else, and what I witnessed came across as dismissive and biased based on age. I won't support a business where I feel younger customers are treated as less important than others.

They have the best blueberry pancakes! Owners are the nicest people. Always a pleasure coming here…read morefor breakfast. They offer dining in but I usually get mine to go.

First try at Salty Chick with the new ownership. We are really excited that they have vegan…read moreoptions, we tried the vegan Mac and cheese and it was really good. The noodles were not mushy and the flavor was so good. It had the appearance of real Mac and cheese. We also tried the breaded cauliflower (sauce on the side). The outside had a nice crunch and the flavor had a little kick at the end. We are looking forward to trying other menu items soon. Good luck to the new owners ! It's nice to have a place like this in beach haven west.

We ordered a take out order from here last week. It is only take out really. There is little…read moreseating available. But the food is fantastic. My kids loved the wings, chicken wrap and burger that they ordered. We have a shore house around the block and will be ordering from here again. Only deducted one star for not having restaurant style service and seating. We had expected to stay for lunch. Not take out.

Highly recommend! Great food, great neighborhood, great service! Definitely a family spot! Don't…read moreforget to get the crumb cake! Our server was Eric! He went above and beyond! We'll be back Wally

This place was ok on all fronts. Menu has mostly comfort food. Atmosphere reminds me of an old…read morecabin diner. Service was slow but I don't fault the students working there. They were friendly and hardworking. I ordered the Rhode Island chowder. The broth is tomato based with a nice kick and a good amount of vegetables. The clams were tough and a tad overcooked. We also ordered potato skins (3 pieces)and coconut shrimp (2 pieces) They were good but portions for these apps were small for sharing.

Lenny is a great bartender, but we would like to see Sancerre on the menu! He recommended it to…read moremanagement but it is still not on the menu.

Great service Nice beer selection…read moreBurgers are awesome!! Not first time and not the last !!

This restaurant is great. We Went for brunch. We were…read moreseated outside on the patio which was Very nice! Our server was perfect Our food arrived quick & hot

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!

Yes, I eat here often as Manahawkin has few places to chose from. Very noisy; I wish they would…read moreget some buffers to help absorb sound. Certain entrees are good and i order them frequently. Once in a while something really stands out (on the daily special menu only). I have learned to stay far away from any chicken dish [sandwich, entree, whatever]. I have observed the chicken served is generally a processed chunk, no better than a deli and I have had to push many dishes aside or discard until i learned my lesson. If i want real chicken I go to Stafford diner. Yes, that's right, the diner. I don't like to cook and so I eat out often. I have been going to Elements since 2023 when I moved here full time. Yes, I will continue to go as some items are good and I haven't found any place better, although I tried.

My husband and I came to Elements Restaurant & Bar for dinner on a Saturday night around 8:00 p.m…read more We already knew this was going to be one of the more expensive restaurants in the area, so we planned ahead and came ready to enjoy a nice meal. We were pleasantly surprised that, despite how busy the restaurant was, we were seated pretty quickly. To me, a packed restaurant is usually a good sign, and this place definitely lived up to the hype. For an appetizer, we ordered the crab cheese wontons (crab rangoons), and they were absolutely delicious. They gave us a generous portion, and I honestly couldn't get enough of them. I was there for the sushi and ordered the Sun Fire Roll and the Rainbow Roll. The Sun Fire Roll was fantastic and full of flavor. My only disappointment was the Rainbow Roll. While it tasted good, I expected more fish, especially for a roll that was nearly $15. Four of the pieces were topped with avocado instead of fish, while only a few pieces had salmon, tuna, or white fish. It felt a little skimpy compared to what I typically expect from a rainbow roll, so that was a bit of a letdown. My husband ordered the chicken wrap with French fries, sautéed spinach, and broccoli. The fries were exactly what great restaurant fries should be--crispy on the outside, well-seasoned, and perfectly cooked. One thing that stood out before we even walked inside was the incredible smell coming from the grill. It had us seriously considering ordering a burger or steak, and after seeing other meals come out, that's definitely on the list for our next visit. We were way too full for dessert--we definitely ordered more food than our stomachs could handle--but the cookie butter pie sounded amazing. We'll have to save room for it next time. Overall, we had a great experience with fast service, excellent food, and a lively atmosphere. The Rainbow Roll kept this from being a five-star visit for me, but I'd absolutely come back to try more of the menu.

Love the Local Market! It's such a cute shop, and they have great sandwiches, salads and wraps. It…read morekind of feels like a country store. You can find some dips and sauces, trinkets and gifts. They also have delicious baked goods and over-the-top creative lattes that look amazing. They usually have a long line (at least when I've been), but they move quickly!

On Long Beach Island, a trendy spot for coffees, pop tarts - their specialty, sandwiches and hot…read moremeal items. The Pecan Squares are gooey and yummy crunch. The Cinnamon Pop Tart was sweet and gorgeously delicious.

Great food and they do so much for the community . They rescued the 6th grade Fun Day celebration…read morea few years ago and I'll never forget them for that

Had a half mushroom/ half plain pie delivered to Manafirkin Brewery! Delivered nice and hot! This…read morewas during boozy bingo and they found us inside the crowded room. The mushroom appeared and tasted so fresh and I'm sorry i didn't get the other side with sausage The crust was a meal by itself. I'm actually planning my next meal from them as I'm eating this on lol They also remembered the plates and forks .(And the craft beers at Manafirkin Brewery are all so good too)

Absolutely the best vegan (deli) style food you will ever have!!!! Even my mom and her friends who…read morearen't vegan, can't get enough of their sandwiches and wraps. Try the buffalo tempeh appetizer, the chickenless salad wrap, the eggless salad, the soups, any of the sandwich specials, you won't be disappointed!!! Recently they expanded their size, opening up on the other half of the building...with parking and a new entrance in the back, more seating, and a deli case where you can take home their prepared "tuna/chickun/egg-style" salads, potato salad, macaroni salad, and more. Don't leave without getting a cup of their oat based soft serve ice cream!!!!!!!!!!

Ordered delivery from here for the first time. Service was fast and order was correct. Lettuce wrap…read moretacos with walnut filling were really flavorful and the lettuce and guac were fresh. Green juice was also freshly made and had good flavor. A solid choice for vegan, vegetarian, and in this case a no-bread / lettuce bun option.

Such a great addition to Brant Beach! I used to go to this corner store growing up, so I love…read moreseeing the space revamped into a clean, casual spot for breakfast and lunch. Everything we tried was fresh and delicious. We loved the Cali steak burrito, HUGE avocado toast, BBYC sandwich, buffalo chicken wrap, and chicken bacon ranch wrap. They also have fresh pastries, fun flavored coffees, and grab-and-go drinks. I was hoping to try the lobster, but they were sold out...definitely going back for it! The ordering setup is a little unusual (separate lines for food and coffee), and you might wait a bit for your food, especially during the busy summer season. But the kid staff is working hard, so relax! We'll keep coming back.

Just ordered 4 wraps from here. They just weren't good. Falling apart and no flavor. Just chicken…read moreand lettuce.