The Sandbar

The best deli in LBI! Delicious lobster rolls, shrimp salad, and breakfast burritos. The food is…read morefresh and high quality always!

Came here last year. It was great…read more just got down here today, and came here for sandwiches and was SOOOO disappointed! The sandwiches shrunk in size and were underwhelming for 14.95.... a roast beef sandwich with the smallest amount of roast beef on a very bready roll and a lot of horseradish.... The Italian combo was on a stale hero roll .... The corn salad as very fishy

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Fratellos Mkt & Eat

4.7(16 reviews)

1.4 mi

Been coming here for the last 3 years about, they just keep getting better…read more Big fan of the godfather, duomo, and now the pestonius. Other menu items such as their breakfast sandwiches, lobster rolls, or chicken vodka parm's are hard to beat as well The owners are great dudes as well as the staff. I typically order takeout but they also provide some seating outside to sit and enjoy the food. Anyway, come to fratellos.

Unpopular opinion - but there isn't a lot of REALLY good food on the island. But this place is…read morefantastic. Super quick. Incredibly fresh and flavorful. I truly cannot say enough positive things. I'd love to gatekeep this one but it's too good not to share.

Cold brews outside

GODFATHER

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Waffle fries

Lenny & Johns Subs

4.2(33 reviews)

1.1 mi

The are located within walking distance to the beach and even have hot coffee. The staff are super…read morefriendly and the location is convenient for those who aren't staying/living quite close enough to walk to bay village for a quick bite mid beach day. This place was a saving grace for me when I needed a quick pick me up.

A special treat Great sandwich…read moreNice service Next to beach will recommend and will return !!

Coffee station.

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The Chicken or the Egg

4.2(1.4k reviews)

0.3 mi

Chegg is always a classic in LBI. They have fast service and MASSIVE portions! We love their…read moreporkwich and special potatoes!

- Super popular spot for some really excellent wings - Very…read moreopen and spacious restaurant, with an additional dining area inside to accommodate the larger beach crowds in the evenings; luckily for us, it wasn't too packed when we stopped in for a late lunch on a Saturday afternoon - Classic diner vibes with spacious wooden booths and tabletops decorated with comic-style artwork; the walls are completely decked out with framed photos, pictures, and all kinds of fun memorabilia, giving the place plenty of character - Service was great--our waiter had lots of energy and checked in on us frequently to make sure everything was good; they also offer to fill a to-go cup with your beverage to take with you when you leave, which was very much appreciated! - Food had its highs and lows: the original bone-in wings were incredible--everything was perfect, from the breading to the crunch to the sauce--definitely wish we had ordered more; the buffalo chicken cheesesteak was tasty and loaded with chopped meat inside a soft hoagie roll--we subbed the fries for onion rings for an additional $2 and wished we hadn't--the onion rings were very greasy; the kids' funky fingers and the cheesy burger were good overall and very reasonably priced at $6.99 per platter; the lumberjack omelet was just okay at best--the combination of chicken tender and omelet made for a pretty dry meal that even the gravy couldn't quite save - Would definitely come back, but next time I'm only getting the wings!

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Spice It Up

4.8(50 reviews)

0.6 mi

We got the meatball parm and the ba da bing. Both were gas. Quality fresh ingredients and big…read moreportions. The owner is also the man.

This spot is a staple for all of our visits. There's a ton of spices and condiments to choose from…read moreas well as some unique cocktail mixes. The big draw for us was the VAST selection of hot sauces. We also love picking up sandwiches here (the bada-bing is to die for. You won't be disappointed). The cashiers are always friendly and if they have a certain type of hot sauce already open, they'll let you sample!

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Subs Up Deli

3.7(16 reviews)

5.5 mi

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Stopped by for a quick lunch and got the Santa Fe wrap. Ever since surf taco left LBI I have been…read morelooking for a good wrap where there no skimping out on the size and proteins for a decent price - Very glad I came to subs up! Good amount of fresh deli chicken. Flavorful and a solid portion size. I asked the cashier if the could toast it, so they threw it on the grill once done and had it perfectly toasted and warmed up. Employees were friendly. Note it's cash only business. Highly recommend.

Great food, tremendous value and the service is great..... the food is worth the wait and lines can…read morebe long but the staff moves through them quickly

Bagel options

The current menu, (since the owner can't be bothered to post it themselves)

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Their menu

Shark Bites Grille

5.0(4 reviews)

0.5 mi

Great food and service. We really appreciate the allergy friendly options for our family.read more

I was so excited to try this place. Food was great! Everything was fresh and delicious. Owners…read morewere really nice and took the time to talk to us although they were really busy. I highly recommend you stop for a bite to eat, you won't be disappointed.

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Mac n Cheese cone with Bacon BBQ Sauce available on special POP nights

Holiday Snack Bar

4.2(151 reviews)

0.3 mi

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Reasonably priced. Super cute. Fast service. Love that the pies are homemade. Only downside is that…read moreit's only bar service and it's hard to walk around the bar. Really enjoyed my double cheeseburger and dune fries.

Casual diner vibe. Get a slice and watch the sunset. Friendly, quick service in mid-June. Order a…read morewhole pie in advance or be willing to pay a hefty up-charge. We went back 2 days in a row to get a slice. Average size. Decent price. Nice graham cracker crust. Delicious flavor. Limited on-street parking. YUM!

Deserts - cakes pies Lady Baltimore

Breakfast burrito with Pork roll

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Cakes!

The Shack

3.2(116 reviews)

0.3 mi

I was really disappointed with this chicken burrito. The chicken was dry and lacked flavor, and the…read moreburrito was mostly filled with rice instead of actual meat. Everything tasted bland, like it had been sitting around for a while before being served. The ingredients didn't seem fresh, and the tortilla was soggy by the time I ate it. For the price, I expected something much better. Definitely not something I'd order again.

This morning's breakfast at The Shack was outstanding! Crepes and an omelette were delicious! We'll…read morecertainly be back! Great service!

Crepes

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Classic Burger Side of French Fries

The Woohoo

4.0(162 reviews)

0.2 mi

•$

Went looking for something sweet to eat and came across Woohoo. Homemade ice cream with tons of…read moredifferent flavors and combinations. I got the heath and would highly recommend it. So good. Rich, creamy, full of flavor in a crispy waffle cone. Can't go wrong. Good size portion but a little pricey at $7 but it's a shore town.

My kids liked their ice cream here. The ice cream flavors are slightly more creative. However, I am…read morehesitant to get ice cream from a store without air conditioning! While I wait for my kids' ice cream, I was streaming sweat down my face on this heat wave weekend!

S'mores decadent shake

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Desi P.

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51

78

10 years ago

The location is perfect. The service is absolutely the best service on the island! Our server/waiter was awesome. Always on his game with service. The food was decent for a beach bar. The prices are average and the music/bands are great. A must go to when on the island. (I hope this review stays on since all the good reviews on this site tend to become not recommended) Anyway keep up the great service!!!! read more

Marco S.

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2

0

8 years ago

Came in expecting this place to be incredibly fun with great drinks. Right when we walked up to the bar, the bartenders were so nasty and arrogant. The drinks were INCREDIBLY small and expensive. They also told us if we sat down that somebody would come up to take our orders. We waited 20 minutes and nobody said a single word to us. Will NEVER go back. Horrible service all around. read more

Greg L.

28

4

0

10 years ago

Really, really enjoyed this relaxed, open-air, beach-side restaurant. Recommend Dylan, our excellent waiter, and the Irish All Day cocktail. We went back four times in three days! read more

Carmen R.

43

19

5

10 years ago

My first time here! Great so far, come check it out! I will definitely come back! Looking forward to trying their sandwiches.

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