Red's is one of those hidden gems that every time you come in, makes you feel special. This locally…read moreowned seafood spot right on the water with beautiful views, great food and service; will always make you feel welcome. We continue to come back for the pot of mussels, lobster roll and clam strips (extra tartar ;) just to name a few and none ever disappoint. Martinis on point....always! The combination of great seafood, being on the water and the friendly service makes Red's Lobster Pot one of our favorite places to come back to as locals! You can tell there's a lot of pride behind this team overall. If you're ever in the area and have questions on where to dine...make Red's your first choice.

Came here on a hot summer day and grabbed a table outside. While the restaurant isn't completely…read moreindoors , the outside patio is right along the water, so the views and breeze definitely make it a great place to sit. I started with a piña colada, and it was exactly what I needed on a hot day, cold, refreshing, and delicious. For an appetizer, I ordered the clams oreganata, and wow... these were the standout of the meal. The seasoning was absolutely incredible, and I could've easily ordered another plate. Next was the lobster bisque, which was rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. For my entrée, I went with the lobster roll, and yummm... I loved it! The lobster was fresh, generously portioned, and the roll hit the spot. I also tried a few bites of my husband's shrimp fra diavolo. It was good, but I've had better. He really enjoyed it though, so if you like a spicy seafood pasta, it's still worth considering. Overall, this was a great waterfront meal with several standout dishes. I'll definitely be back soon!!

We had a great dinner celebrating my husbands birthday. We both started with the New England clam…read morechowder that was one of the best around. He loved his Caesar salad & For entrees we had the crab stuffed shrimp and the seafood selection, both were delicious. Our server Jessie was outstanding. She was personable, kind, had great timing and gave us great service all while also having a few larger parties. We will be back and we will be requesting Jessie!

My wife and I, along with another couple, visited Jack Baker's Wharfside P. Pleasant NJ on Friday…read morenight (7/31/26). As usual, the restaurant was very busy--we waited about two hours for a table, and getting drinks at the bar took some patience. Once seated, however, our waitress was excellent: friendly, attentive, and one of the reasons we enjoy coming here. The only negative part of the evening occurred after dinner. My friend and I walked down to the dock to smoke cigars. We passed a security staff member while holding our cigars, and he allowed us through without hesitation and which we normally do when we go to the Wharfside. About 15 minutes later, another security staff member approached and told us smoking wasn't allowed there. I had no issue leaving, but I was disappointed by how she handled the situation. The conversation quickly became confrontational as we were walking off the dock, and I felt I was spoken to disrespectfully [she called me a dick for no reason. To make matters worse, the first security staff member denied allowing us onto the dock, even though he clearly knew why we were going there to smoke [guessing he lied because she was the manager and didn't want get reprimanded by her as she seemed to be very angry [& nasty]. We've always enjoyed dining here, and have to admit this experience will probably stop us from returning. I hope management reads this and provides clearer communication on the smoking policy and ensures all security staff handle these situations professionally and consistently!

Our daughter and son-in-law rented a house in Point Pleasant Beach for a few weeks and we stopped…read morein for a couple days to visit them and the grandkids. We went out to eat twice while there, once for dinner and once for lunch. I will review both places using this as my intro to the reviews. For dinner, we ate at Jack Baker's Wharfside, which I also see listed as The Wharfside Seafood & Patio Bar. Frankly surprised it has very average ratings, as I would not say that was our experience on Tuesday night, August 4, 2026. It was reasonably busy and likely explains the somewhat slow service. We were 4 adults and a toddler. We had a few cocktails; all were reasonably good and fairly priced. There were also a few glasses of wine with the meals from a decent, but not extensive list. Everyone had seafood, including the toddler, which included the spicy garlic shrimp appetizer that was a crowd pleaser, and main courses that consisted of snow crab, mussels, shrimp, scallops, and lobster. i was the only one to have the lobster bisque, which I thought exceptional, as it had a creamy consistency and loaded with lobster chunks. There were no complaints though about any of the dishes and we were all happy customers. The prices were reasonable considering the fare and the location, especially as the patio featured a live band, We dined on the patio, but far away from the band, so the music level was pleasant, having seen some reviews suggesting it can be a bit much. It would be hard to complain though about the scenery, as the patio faces a calm channel that leads out to sea. All in all it was very a successful evening. I felt this rated a solid 4, understanding some would rate it a 5, but difficult to understand why anyone would place it lower than a 3.

We stopped at the Wharfside after a nearby boat trip and had a great meal! Started with Oysters and…read moreMussels for the table and then I had the Sea Scallops. Everything was so fresh and service was fast. I LOVEEE me some seafood so this is a new favorite find for when I'm down the shore!

We visited with a large family group of 13 and overall had a good experience. We had a 6pm…read morereservation, but because of the bad weather, we called and they were kind enough to move us up to 5:15. We arrived around 4:30 and sat at the bar for drinks while we waited. Unfortunately, the two bartenders were not friendly or welcoming at all. When we asked for drink recommendations, they simply said they'd never tried them and didn't know if they were good. We definitely got the impression they weren't happy having our larger group at the bar, even though it was still early and several of us were ordering drinks. Thankfully, once we were seated, the experience was completely different. Our waiter was fantastic--friendly, attentive, and great with our large group--and the food was very good. We'd definitely return for the food and table service, but the experience at the bar was disappointing.

Point Pleasant's Offshore is a refreshing change from the usual Jersey Shore formula of "the view…read moreusually comes at a heavy premium with food that is seldom fit for a scurvy-riddled Pirate crew." The ambiance has a lived-in seashore patina with service that is uniformly excellent. For a million different reasons that have nothing to do with quality, I skipped the seafood and indulged in an enormous portion of Chicken Parmesan that was even better than the tasty crock of French Onion Soup that got the ball rolling. My companions all loved their seafood entrees. Damn them. We picked April because it's clear that this is the type of place that gets swarmed in the Summer -- for good reason. We'll see you again in October. Five easy stars.

My cousins recommended The Columns on Sundays they have live bands…read more We arrived and placed a request for a table of 8 in the restaurant. It took about an hour for us to be seated. There are 3 areas at The Columns- the bar area with seating on the right side once you enter. Dinning area to the left is cash only and grab and go foods and drinks! Sliders, fries. We were seated on the porch for dinner! Food was tasty! Enjoyed my Painkiller cocktail! After dinner, we went to the bar and listen to the band. Great night catching up with my cousins and friends. Prices were actually really reasonable for a coastal restaurant! The Columns located across the street from the boardwalk and beach of Spring Lake! Loved the boards with saying throughout The Columns located across! Gorgeous stained glass windows in the staircase! Would definitely return!!

My wife and I visited The Columns and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience…read more We sat at the bar and ordered both food and drinks. While the atmosphere was nice and we enjoyed the setting, the service from the bartender made us feel extremely uncomfortable. We were repeatedly ignored and had to go out of our way just to get her attention and receive basic service. What was particularly troubling was watching the difference between how we were treated and how other customers were treated. Based on our experience and those interactions, my wife and I both felt that we were being treated differently because of our race. I don't make that accusation lightly, but the disparity in service was noticeable enough that we both left with the same impression. It's unfortunate because the location and atmosphere have a lot going for them. We came there expecting to have an enjoyable evening together, not to feel unwelcome or as though we had to repeatedly work to get the bartender to serve us. Management should take experiences like this seriously. Every customer should receive the same level of courtesy, attention, and professionalism regardless of their race or background.

First time dining at Rod's, and we absolutely loved our experience! Our waitress was so much fun,…read moreattentive, and incredibly helpful with recommendations. We ordered a few dishes to share, including the shrimp appetizer and the summer burrata, and everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. We ended up sitting outside because the wait for indoor seating was over an hour and a half, but the outdoor patio was lovely and made for a great evening. If you're hoping to sit inside, I definitely recommend making a reservation in advance. Fantastic food, excellent service, and an overall wonderful experience. We'll definitely be back!

Celebrated my birthday at Rod's Tavern with family. We arrived early and were seated immediately…read moreoutside, which was perfect for enjoying the beautiful summer weather. It quickly got packed though so get there early. The Summer Burrata was fresh and delicious, although it's better for 2 people, not made for sharing well. The Volcano Shrimp had great flavor with the perfect sweet and spicy kick, but the presentation could use a little more creativity- there wasn't even a bed of greens under it. Our entrées were great. The special Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb was tender and flavorful, the Coconut-Crusted Halibut was fresh and perfectly balanced, and the Broiled Crab Cakes were a standout, packed with jumbo lump crab and virtually no filler. The Pineapple Coconut Spritz was refreshing and tropical, and the Golden Hour cocktail was a unique bourbon and limoncello combination that was surprisingly delicious. Great food and a lovely outdoor dining experience.

We celebrated my husband's birthday at Sinner's Steakhouse, and from the moment we walked in, the…read morestaff made us feel so welcome. We were lucky enough to have a beautiful table overlooking the water, which was the perfect way to start the evening. For his birthday, all my Husband wanted was Alaskan king crab legs and scallops ~ and Sinner's did not disappoint! They were absolutely cooked to perfection, and he was in heaven. The vibe was cool, the food was amazing, and the service was wonderful. The cherry on top was a thoughtful sparkler they brought out with his birthday dessert. Thank you, Sinner's for helping make his birthday so special. We had a fantastic evening and we will definitely be back!

We visited over Labor Day weekend and managed to snag a 9:15 PM reservation, so definitely plan…read moreahead if you want an earlier prime-time slot! The dining room is boisterous and lively, making it a great environment where both families and adult parties seemed to be having a wonderful time. For drinks and appetizers, I started with a lychee martini and ordered the crab cake appetizer as my entree. While the flavor was good, I've honestly had better crab cakes elsewhere. My fiancé ordered the surf and turf, which was perfectly prepared. The real stars of the meal, though, were the sides and dessert. We ordered the roasted brussels sprouts and the baked mac and cheese, and we both absolutely LOVED our sides. To wrap up the night, we dived into the peach cobbler special--it was incredible, and I would easily go back just for that! Overall, it was a fantastic evening with great energy, amazing sides, and a standout dessert.

Great area Delicious food…read moreWait staff was amazing Anthony that does the Friday night trivia was fun and very interactive with the customers!!! It was a fun night

We like this place! It was hoping on Friday night! We got the last table. Still, the service was…read moregreat. Not a fancy place. But the food is good and reasonably priced. We had chowder, a fav. It wasn't real thick but very tasty. I had oysters on the half shell. Nice size and icy cold. Delish! Followed by the Voo Doo Shrimp and Scallops. It's an appetizer but I eat it as an entree. It is DELICIOUS!! He had Mahi Mahi Tacos which are filled with large pieces of fish. You can have them grilled or blackened. He too one home. Live music in the back room. Love the atmosphere. There is an upstairs if you want quiet.