A very charming, smaller restaurant right on the main strip in asbury Park with some unique and…read moreabsolutely delicious innovations A very charming and high-end restaurant serving food with Care. This is a wonderful place to go on a date or with friends. They have a really unique menu so expect to get something delicious and fun. It's a smaller place so you may want to make a reservation or just get there early. It's on the main street in Asbury PARK so you'll have to find parking. It's across the street from the ale House. They also have an absolutely beautiful bar! One of the nicest ones I've seen in a long time. I love the beers on tap that they have here. Highly recommended if you're looking for a delicious, fun spot with food cooked with care

I came here recently with my best friend and partner and we had a great time! The drinks were…read morereally good and I love the ambiance here. The bartender, Jose, was so good! He was new and very quick with the drinks, explaining new options on the menu. We stayed a little past close and he was patient and very funny. I'll be back!

My husband and I stopped by R Bar for dinner last night and had such a great time. It's a really…read moreunique and fun spot with such a great vibe, really good music, and delicious food. We sat out on their beautiful back patio and enjoyed some crab beignets, gumbo, and steak au poivre. Everything was really tasty well balanced. Our server, Lisa, was so kind and personable. Really exceptional. We're looking forward to coming back the next time we are in AP!

What a gem this place is filled with locals. They have live music and a cool and cozy atmosphere…read moreinside as well as outside. The food and drinks are amazing and the service is spot on. Our server Lisa was so lovely and kind and made sure we were not forgotten outside. We had the Blue Crab Beignets, Steak Frites Au-Pouivre and Gumbo, all very well executed and tasty! We will definitely come back! We miss you already Lisa!

Adorable hipster bar with the coolest looking people. The bartender was awesome and I saw they…read moreserve food! Came here on a Saturday night and there was a DJ. The music was good and the vibe was awesome. I had a good time here with my party of 4.

Had brunch here this past weekend with a group of girls. Our server was so sweet and attentive and…read moregot everything right. Inside is clean and cute and nicely decorated. The food was excellent. I highly recommend the burger, and the drinks were perfectly created. Not too strong, but not too weak. Would definitely come back.

Watermark is basically what happens when great cocktails, ocean views, and summer vibes all decide…read moreto show off at the same time. The Matcha Matcha Man was smooth, creamy, and dangerously easy to drink -- the matcha coconut cream with the ginger beer gave it such a unique refreshing kick. The Lady Marmalade tasted like sunshine in a glass with the perfect citrusy balance and just enough sweetness from the marmalade. The food menu is definitely more small plates/appetizer style, but honestly everything tasted super fresh and packed with flavor. The coconut shrimp were jumbo and crispy with the perfect sweetness, the mango habanero chicken bites super fresh, and the wagyu sliders disappeared embarrassingly fast. The real star though? The outdoor lounge setup overlooking the ocean. It's the kind of place where you go for "one drink" and suddenly it's three hours later and you're debating ordering another round just to stay for sunset. It's walk in only but wasn't too packed ...we went around 5pm but seems to have a packed late night vibe and crowd as well during summer !

The music and vibe was great on the Saturday night we visited. We met with friends and had a few…read moredrinks. We were able to secure a spot on the sofas which was nice. The venue overlooks the beach and ocean & it's a really nice view. The crowd is a mix of all ages which was surprising but so fun. The staff seemed nice. Overall a nice place to go for drinks and light food.

Love this little beautiful coffee shop right in the middle of downtown Asbury Park! Great coffee,…read moregreat vibe, and great food too A fun place to stop while browsing around Asbury PARK. Really great coffee! As soon as you step through the door, you're gonna love this place, charming, decorated beautifully in a very warm feeling inside. We came in to get a coffee to warm up on a cooler day and found ourselves ordering gelato and even a salad for lunch. The food here is really fresh! They really know how to make their coffees and tease as well. They have a really nice assortment of snacks and food. You can order while you're here. Very highly recommended if looking for a snack, a meal or a perfect cup of coffee while walking around downtown Asbury Park.

You know it's good when I forget to take pictures of the experience. We stopped here before a show…read moreat House of Independents and it was absolutely perfect. Delicious cocktails on their menu and plenty to choose from. Food was flavorful, warm, and fantastic. We plan on going here anytime we have a show now. Note: food ended at 6pm on a Friday. It says on one of their signs "late night bites" but they might've done away with that. I got the tomato & mozzarella panini ($14.) The bread has rosemary baked into it. It was easy to eat - not "too large" or hard bread that roughs up the roof of your mouth. It's the perfect insides to bread ratio. My bf got the chicken salad panini ($15) and THAT was amazing. The berries give it a sweet flavor. He was scooping what fell out of the sandwich with the chips it was that good. I recommend the Honey Boo cocktail if you like sweet flavors and bourbon. The Spicy Bee (I think that was it) was the perfect balance of pepper and orange. There's black & white movies playing on a screen in the corner which had me fascinated and I wish I knew what movie it was. The lighting is low and the decor makes you feel you might be sitting in a speakeasy. 2 drinks and 2 paninis came out to ~ $80 with tip, so it is pricey but it's worth it.

My wife brought me here for my birthday weekend, having seen it be well reviewed and well-regarded…read moreby locals, and it didn't disappoint. Being located right along the river in downtown Asbury provides a scenic backdrop should you be so lucky be seated at a window. My birthday was very fortunate having landed on restaurant week in Asbury, of which Moonstruck also participate. As part of restaurant week, we received three-courses for the same cost as entree ordinarily would on its own. I began with a cream of sweet potato soup that was thick, creamy, and delicious. This was followed by an everything crusted Salmon that I very much enjoyed. I find that while a lot of restaurants offer salmon, few prepare it as well as the offering Moonstruck has here, being perfectly cooked and well seasoned with everything seasoning. It was topped off with a pumpkin cheesecake that was just sweet enough to satisfy. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at Moonstruck and will certainly be making a return visit when back in the area!

My husband and I were visiting Asbury Park for the week and decided to check out Moonstruck for…read moredinner (after passing by it many times during previous trips). It's such a cute place, and the views of Wesley Lake are beautiful. We were lucky enough to sit outside on a beautiful night and had a delicious dinner. We shared a Moroccan-spiced shrimp appetizer special, and then I had another shrimp special as my main (crab-stuffed), and my husband had the filet mignon. Everything was great, and our server was fantastic (I believe his name was Michael). We will definitely be back the next time we are in town.

Place was really nice and casual - I expected it to be ritzy and stuffy but it was completely the…read moreopposite, which was a pleasant surprise! Our server was super friendly and down to earth, we loved her! (Courtney) The food was presented perfectly and everything was delicious. 10/10.

LOCH ARBOUR: Tucked into a gorgeous spot on the edge of Asbury Park, Deal Lake Bar + Co offers dog…read morefriendly outdoor seating with stunning views of Deal Lake. The spacious patio was buzzing on a perfect summer evening, a go-to spot for locals and visitors alike. With American style eats, a standout cocktail menu, a full bar, and genuinely attentive service, it is the ideal hangout for you and your pup. We especially love the outdoor bar, which adds to the relaxed, beach-town vibe. Do not miss their Happy Hour: Monday through Friday from 4-6 PM, enjoy $8 bar snacks and 50% off all beer, wine, and cocktails (at the bar only). Live music a few nights a week adds to the fun. Fun fact: the team behind Deal Lake Bar Co. also owns Low Dive, Swimcrush, Palmetto, and The Black Swan, all with dog-friendly seating in Asbury Park!

Amazing food and amazing staff, come to this bar everytime I'm in Asbury and I tell all my friends…read moreabout it

Kim Marie's Eat & Drink Away in Asbury Park was a fantastic find after a day of Christmas shopping…read more I was there with my brother and his two daughters, one of whom has a dairy and egg allergy, and the staff was incredibly accommodating and attentive to her dietary needs, which we really appreciated. I ordered the steak tip sandwich with French fries, and it was absolutely delicious--perfectly cooked, flavorful, and very satisfying. My brother went with a salad and couldn't stop talking about how outstanding it was, which says a lot. Great food, welcoming atmosphere, and thoughtful service. If you're in Asbury Park, I highly recommend stopping by Kim Marie's. We'll definitely be back.

Saw a 1 star review saying "one and done" , "dessert was good", "all atmosphere", "just okay"…read more As much as I disagree with that assessment and personally feel that Pascal and Sabine is way better than "just okay"... that review should not equal 1 star. You're only review, you've only been once and decide to go onto a public forum and give 1 star. Anyway off my soapbox. Pascal and Sabine not only has some of the best cocktails and bartenders in Asbury but possibly NJ. I have been countless times with my wife, my kids, large groups you name it. My favorite way to experience Pascal is to sit at the bar get a couple cocktails (The Jackal is a staple), the Madame Smith Burger (my wife gets the Mr Smith) the fries are amazing, and maybe the escargot and just enjoy. It's up there with some of the most perfect nights out in Asbury you can have. Hope this 5 star review balance out a ridiculous 1 star review. - YH

This place is a standout…read more I came with my mom during happy hour and everything from beginning to end was excellent. Lovely hostess, great round bar seating with huge windows for people watching, and a genuinely charming and attentive bartender (Mike). We started with oysters from Newfoundland and cheese off the happy hour menu -- both great. My mom loved her lavender French 75 (a drink special), and my white wine was perfect (the name escapes me at the moment). The garlic soup deserves awards. I first had it two summers ago and still think about it -- I made my mom try it and she immediately understood my rave reviews. For entrées, her burger was cooked perfectly medium-rare, and my fish & chips absolutely hit the spot. Both came with generous portions of house-made fries and an unexpectedly addictive house honey-mustard. We had enough fries for leftovers, and I even asked for extra mustard to take home. Food, service, atmosphere, lighting, noise level -- all dialed in. A 10/10 experience!

First time here, and it was very easy to get a reservation. The place was definitely a cool vibe…read moreinside and we got seated right away. Our server was lovely and super attentive. We got a few different kinds of drinks some including margarita's and one was a kiwi flavor drink. I think it was awesome that they gave us the option for different kind of salted rims. They're mostly known for their shared plate concepts so we got several items and split everything. We got the tostadas which was an interesting plate of a couple different things, the nachos which I loved, the ceviche which was ok-not your typical ceviche and bit too spicy for me, the salad which I really liked, camerones which the table liked, the pork tacos which I heard were very spicy, the chicken tacos which were good and the steak which was hands down my favorite and the yuca mash was so yummy and different. For the steak, you can only get it medium rare or well done which I is 2 complete ends of the spectrum. We are medium people, so we ended up getting a medium rare. It was definitely a lot of food, but it's a good amount for all of us and it was a nice way to try the menu. I definitely will be back.

Went with a friend on Easter Sunday. Happy Hour drinks and food all day which was a very welcome…read morebonus. We ate, drank and became merry for close to five hours and came out very happy! Ordered spicy margaritas, classic margaritas and sangria and were very happy with all of them. Food was delicious with one exception. Multiple orders of pork tacos cuz they're that good. Tostadas were top notch as well. Only disappointment was the chicharron. Avocado crema slaw that came with it was very good but pork was way too fatty. Came out pale white instead of crispy brown and tasted like it looked. Service by Liz was phenomenal. It was Easter so it was nice having the place not quite to ourselves but almost. My second time there and definitely worth a revisit. Sorry for the lack of pics