everything was insanely delicious!!!!!! Drinks were great, atmosphere was beautiful!!!! Would 1000%…read morerecommend, i live in philadelphia but for sure ill visit back soon! One little thing tho, our server was kind of hard to reach towards the end when it got busier :( all good tho! Things happen :)

Vising the Jersey Shore for a day stopped in to this seriously authentic Mexican food location. The…read moredecoration is all Mexican party, with good music. The food is super fresh with hand made tortillas and chips. Fresh guacamole and pico de gallo. Friendly staff and quick service. The chicken in the burrito bowl was soo moist! The quesadilla tortilla was tasty and overall just great.

Phenomenal drinks and the short ribs have absolutely no fat and tender and succulents. I had the…read morecrispy lasagna with beef Bolognese on it phenomenal. Highly recommend this place .Sat at the bar had a blast.

Let's start with the goods The food is very good and the…read moreportions are big The service was excellent, knowledgeable and quick On the down side the place is a little dated A lot of velvet The menu was given to me a a nice folder but the menu was ripped and sort of yellowed

There was a bit of a wait, but with two bars on-site, we were able to grab drinks, enjoy the…read morebeautiful weather, and listen to the live band while waiting for our table. One of the biggest draws at 9th Ave Pier is the harbor backdrop. The restaurant can get crowded and noisy during peak hours, particularly depending on where you're seated, but we lucked out with a table that offered great views without feeling overwhelmed by the crowd. The food arrived surprisingly quickly, especially considering how busy the restaurant was. Don't come expecting fine dining presentation. This is a casual waterfront spot where meals arrive in baskets and drinks come in plastic cups. We got the Volcano Shrimp appetizer which large enough for sharing and tasted good. For entrees, the Ahi Tuna Poke Bowl was good and decent portion size. The Flounder Sandwich was the best due to the portion size: basically two large fillets per sandwich; although I wish it had other sauce options, besides the tartar sauce. We added an order of fries, which were tasty though they could have benefited from a bit more crispness. It took a little bit to get drinks/refills but the waitress was hustling so I just think the bar was backed up. Overall decent casual food.

The 9th Avenue Pier was located at the Belmar Marina with views of the Shark River. It included a…read morelengthy walkway full of tables and two bars, as well as a kitchen for food, and a mini-golf course a few moments away. We grabbed seats at the larger of the two bars to enjoy some drinks, the summer breeze, and the excellent live music. While they had a bunch of interesting cocktails, I stuck with a basic tequila and club soda. We did not order any food, but I would also not say that it looked very appetizing. After sitting for a bit, we felt like it was time to move on to a new venue, when we learned that the same company also managed a mini-golf course at the other end of the marina. It only cost $7 per adult to play, so it seemed like a no-brainer. The course was relatively easy, so we went through it very quickly, but it was a fun way to spend the afternoon. Between the two areas, we were truly able to enjoy the beautiful weather at a relaxing pace.

What used to be Dachshund Distillery is now Wheelhouse. They have a really nice intimate setup for…read morebartender prepared cocktails. A great series of house made artisanal mixers to combine their distills. Definitely coming back !

NEPTUNE: Wheelhouse Distilling Company is officially open and have brought together their own…read morecraft hard liquor and the wonderfully delicious Potent Potables Mixers to be enjoyed in cocktails in their brand new tasting room! They did a beautiful job reinventing the space and have 2 dog friendly areas! They did a lot with a little and the indoor tasting room is absolutely gorgeous with a modern design, accents, and counter seating. Their outdoor space has a beautiful patio with a pergola, cushy chairs, and tables. We are thrilled that leashed and friendly dogs are allowed in all the areas. They feature their very own old fashioned cocktail and also have a build your own concept where you can pick one of their spirits (vodka, rum, bourbon) and mix with one of their 6 mixers for a delicious drink. The mixers are so tasty on their own, that you can enjoy it as a mocktail. I am still thinking about the watermelon jalapeno drink and how yummy it is. Bring your own food and chill at this awesome new spot!

After reading the 100% positive reviews for this restaurant, we decided to try something new. I was…read moreexcited to experience the amazing food and service that people were raving about. But I think we caught them on an extremely off night. We had a reservation and came in on time. We were told to sit down and that another waiter would come by to show us to our table. We waited for ten minutes before we were seated, and in that time another bigger party came in and were seated before us. Even when we were seated, the new waiter said he thought we were just waiting for appetizers, and didn't realize we even needed a table. Had we not said anything, we would have been waiting even longer to be seated even with the reservation. We quickly placed our drink and food orders, and this is when service continued to decline. It was clear that there were only two waiters for the smaller dinning room, and yet they were doing a little bit of everything. Our first waitress was also folding silverware, moving clean dishes back to the kitchen, and checking in on the entire dining room. Our second waiter was also the bartender, food runner, and table buser. Needless to say, they needed more hands on deck. I know they were doing their best, but an hour to get our food is really ridiculous. And in that time we were not checked on for water refills or just to ask if we needed anything. Even when our food came out, we had to stop one of the two waiters and ask about the food. Only then, after a few more minutes did they get the food from the kitchen. While not shown in the picture, we got the brussel sprouts and carrot appetizer. This was the only food item we were kind of disappointed with as we couldn't really taste any sriracha, and felt we could have made something similar at home. Other than that, when our three main dishes finally did come out, they were served hot and everything was cooked very well. We all really enjoyed the food we ordered. Really good, but also not out-of-this-world like the price and reviews suggested. In the end, the service was just extremely slow and the price of the food was very high (about $30 per person for three people plus two drinks about $15 each), making it very hard to justify the overall experience. And even though the food was really good, I would not say it was worth going through the extremely long wait.

This is on the same floor and shares the kitchen of the brewery…read more There is actually a pretty big space back there. It looks really nice overall. The food was good there was nothing to complain and everything was good. The service was good and friendly!

REYLA was an incredible first dinner in Asbury Park and set the bar high. From the moment we walked…read morein, the staff was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely friendly. The service was excellent throughout the entire evening, and every cocktail we ordered was fantastic. We started with a few appetizers, which were the perfect way to kick off the meal before diving into our mains. For dinner, we ordered the Duck Rice, Schnitzel, octopus, and mushroom skewer. While everything was delicious, the Duck Rice and Schnitzel were the clear standouts. Both were packed with flavor, and the Schnitzel was an especially generous portion without feeling over the top. It was perfectly cooked and incredibly satisfying. To top off the night, we headed downstairs to their cocktail bar, Laylow, and had an amazing time. The atmosphere was fun, the cocktails were just as impressive as dinner, and it was the perfect way to end the evening. If you're in Asbury Park, I definitely recommend checking out Reyla and making a stop at Laylow afterward. Great food, outstanding service, amazing drinks, and an all-around memorable experience.

My husband and I were staying overnight in Neptune so we came to Reyla for dinner. It was a…read moreThursday night and not crowded but a decent amount of people. We opted to sit at the bar because the vibe looked good. I had a lemondrop martini from the half price menu and it was good but a little too sweet. Then I had the Blood Sugar Sex Magic from the regular menu and it was unique and fun. I then had an espresso martini with dessert. I was feeling good after that. We did three appetizers: hummus, falafel, and the halloumi. The hummus had a nice texture but it could have used a little more lemon and garlic. But it was served with a jumble of fresh herbs on top which was very nice. The falafel was amazing. The texture was perfect: very crispy on the outside and light and fluffy inside. Not like the dense falafel you get in some places. It was serviced on top of a delicious red pepper sauce. The server told me it was an old family recipe. The halloumi was fantastic. Very generous and covered in a very crispy coating. It sat in a pool of hot honey. They brought the appetizers out one at a time, which was the perfect way to pace it. We were pretty full by the end so we shared one entrée. We had the lamb kofta. It was cooked perfectly and sat atop a pomegranate labneh. It was also delicious. For dessert my husband had the chocolate cake which was only ok. I had the baklava malabi which was sooo delicious. Great meal and excellent service. Paul the bartender was friendly and made good drinks.

My friend and I were in town for an event and looking for a place to grab an early dinner…read morebeforehand when I came across Moonstruck. The restaurant was located in a multi-floor home on Wesley Lake, just around the corner from the hustle and bustle of Cookman Avenue. The first floor was more of a bar and lounge, and they had a live jazz band on the evening we visited. We checked in with the hostess and were escorted up to the second floor dining room, which was a charming spot that was breezy and comfortable, yet refined. The floor also had its own bar. Our server was on top of things, but was also clearly newer to the place. Regardless, once we got settled, she took our drink orders, which had taken us some time to decide on since the menu was creative and vast. I went with A Sidecar Named Desire, which included Courvoisier VSOP, Cointreau, Chinola passionfruit liqueur, and fresh lemon juice. I adore passion fruit and had always liked sidecars as well, so I figured it was worth a try, and I loved it! It had a good balance of tart sweetness and smokiness. My friend similarly enjoyed her spicy margarita, and we both imbibed while picking on some bread and herb butter. For our meal, we decided to start by sharing the Greek Salad, which was a massive bowl of romaine topped with tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, red onions, and Kalamata olives. We left off the feta cheese, but enjoyed the seasoned dressing made of red wine vinegar, honey, salt, oregano, and olive oil. It was a fresh and flavorful mix of vegetables that was a pleasure to eat. The entree options were endless and offered something for everyone. I wound up going with the Chilean Sea Bass, which was served over sweet onions and potatoes in a tomato herb reduction. The fish was tender and perfectly cooked. It was a light and tasty dish that seemed perfect for the Spring season. After our meals we were a bit too full for dessert, but we decided to get a second round of drinks, mainly because I was dying to try their Pistachio Espresso-Tini. Wow, was that drink delicious! It blended Ketel One Vodka, Mozart White Chocolate Liqueur, natural pistachio flavor, and fresh espresso. The coffee notes were not super prevalent, but the creaminess, nuttiness was the real highlight. It was a decadent way to end a delicious meal. After we settled the bill and headed downstairs, I noticed several bowls of after-dinner mints, which were a nice touch. From the relaxed atmosphere to the interesting and expansive menu, Moonstruck was a terrific option for our Asbury dinner experience.

My husband and I recently had dinner at Moonstruck, and unfortunately, it was one of the most…read moredisappointing dining experiences we've ever had. Our server, Michael, provided by far the worst service we've ever received. He appeared to be under the influence of something, as he spent long periods simply standing around making odd faces while our table and several others waited and waited for him to acknowledge us. We were left wondering if anyone was going to take care of us. When my husband politely asked about our meal, Michael became rude instead of apologetic or helpful. The food itself had good flavor, but it arrived cold, like it was not served right away, which was disappointing. To end the meal, we ordered a cappuccino, but it was so poorly made that it tasted like nothing but warm milk. It was completely undrinkable. What makes this especially disappointing is that I've always loved Moonstruck. It's been one of my favorite restaurants because of its excellent food and outstanding service. If this is the level of service the new owners are willing to accept, I worry about the restaurant's future. I truly hope management addresses these issues because Moonstruck has always been top notch!

Delicious lunch! Sat outside which was really nice. Quick service. Food was great. Highly recommend!read more

Interior was very well done, food was good…read more Sushi came out very fast though almost 5 minutes after we ordered which was somewhat frustrating as we didn't even start our appetizers. So be prepared as I think they try to turn tables quicker than usual. Service was good as they have lots of servers and workers around.

I fall more in love with this place each time I go!…read more Grabbed a Vegan Cesar and vegan hot honey pizza. Unreal! The Cesar salad was amazing - I'll be dreaming of it the next visit. The pizza, as always, a FAVORITE. Truly the best place ever!!!

Wanted to like this spot. Good vibe, cool decor…read more... Pizza was overworked, crumb non-existent. Zero flavor. Also undercooked and gummy. Toppings were ok, but didn't really matter on top of a soggy, bland mess...pizzas shouldn't flop over and drip. Service was friendly but slow.

Classy ambience and the waitstaff was kind but our particular server was a bit slow and clueless…read more Some items were excellent while others fell short. Definitely recommend the beet salad to start and lamb chops for dinner. Lobster dishes were a fair price for the amount of meat but not overly flavorful. The bar area is also vibrant. They do a wonderful decoration job for certain holidays. Piano lounge singer in the lobby bar - made for a fun time (but he could use a little vocal practice). Ample parking in lot. This is a wedding / event venue so the bathroom is not super convenient to find.

Had a lovely dinner at the Fairy Hideaway Pop-up at The Sea…read moreCrest Grille! Appreciated the complimentary appetizer: Applewood Smoked Thick Cut Bacon! Tender and tasty! Enjoyed my Apricot Garlic Glazed Salmon!! The green beans were so flavorful! The Manager Kelly was super nice! Our server Kelly L was awesome! After dinner, took a 4 minute drive to Spring Lake beach! Had a wonderful stroll on the boardwalk!