LATE NIGHT STOP!! Work compete, hungry, need to relax…read morebefore heading back to MD. Found this spot open with a late night bar and grill. Now what I will say is make sure you have your cash ready this is a cash only establishment which is not bad at all what you saw as a price is what you paid. Plus the specials that they had were cash only as well and they were worth the bucks. Nothing was too expensive great pricing I don't think I saw anything over $20. Plenty of drink options in the best little glasses that are complimentary of Ball, if you are familiar. As we arrive we met this really nice security guy super cool even came to check in on us at some point through the night an amazing bartender super cool great conversation great tattoos. Sorry I was tired so I didn't get a name but when you see him you will know it. So we did a little late night dipping and dabbing just got something light sweet chili wings perfectly cooked perfect flavor and adjust the right amount of sauce with the freshest celery and carrots! My partner was looking for something heavy so he indulged in the burger and the sweet tater w Pico queso. Delicious .. We remember seeing this place over the summer and all we remembered was a lot of people standing outside so we didn't realize what the bar was but this weekend we stopped in and were pleasantly surprised we will definitely be back and looking forward to it!

Always a good time, lots of events and food specials. How about that goth night, though?read more

We were visiting Monmouth University for a college store, and I looked up the best sandwiches in…read morethe area and I came across the The Speakeatery. My son and I both had their cheesesteak with peppers. Not your typical Philly cheesesteak (rib eye) but did not matter because their choice of meat cheese peppers and roll were phenomenal. Highly recommend if you're in Asbury Park area. The staff was very friendly and the restaurant had a great vibe. THE OL' STEAK SANG-GWEECH Our Cheesesteak Sandwich. Absolutely NO brotherly love is put into this mass of meat and cheese. Our house sliced top round seasoned to perfection with hot cherry peppers, red onion and smothered in american cheese served on an extra soft pan baked hero

I've been to The Speakeatery a few times with friends and family while hanging out at the beach for…read morethe day. The burgers are great, and the last time I tried their cheesesteak which normally comes with cherry peppers and red onion. I asked for it plain, and it was super delicious. Portion sizes are solid, and prices are reasonable considering the area. We actually ended up here because Pasta Volo -- one of my favorite spots in Asbury Park -- was closed that day. The Speakeatery made for a great backup. You order at the counter, and the service is decent. The space is long and narrow with some stool seating up front and more table and chair seating towards the back. The grill and kitchen are situated in the middle of the restaurant. The place only has indoor seating, which fits the speakeasy vibe nicely. Overall, I'd recommend The Speakeatery for breakfast or lunch when you're visiting Asbury Park for the day.

I didn't realize this was a food truck when I placed the order on door dash (idk what i was…read moreexpecting). Got the rec from a NJ food influencer and we were not disappointed! Got the LA style, my hubs got 2 patties and I stuck with one. Y'all the burger sauce is truly to die for. Crinkle cut fries were crispy and meaty. Burger was made with quality ingredients and cooked well done. Their online ordering uses DoorDash and it was very easy to order and pick up. Overall we loved it. The prices vs portions were on the high side but still a great burger and I'd rather support a local business than go to a fast casual or chain restaurant!

Andy might be little but the taste on their burgers is BIG! Went to visit them during their pop up…read moreat one of my favorite places to go in Jersey, Pie Girl in Hightstown. Check out my previous review to see the bakery magic she performs every weekend. Went there Saturday to see if LA lives up to the hype I've seen online. I got the LA double smash which comes with two perfectly formed, perfectly cooked beef patties, anerican cheese, pickles, onions and their signature sauce on a toasted Martin's potato roll. The combo of the beef, fresh onion, super fresh tomato, melted cheese in every nook and cranny, the sauce and that potato roll reached a level that not many burgers in my lifetime have reached. I housed the burger in record time and wished I had gotten another. Needless to say I'll be stalking LA at future pop ups. They used to operate out of Confessions of a Rock Star in Asbury Park. Im not sure if that's still the case but wherever you find them, go see them.

I'm in a mood so I'm gonna go on one today…read more The Grand Tavern is hands down the best restaurant in the area. My husband and I have been going here for years. We don't come as often as we used to because yes it is pricey but I would much rather come here and have a special night with incredible service, food, and drinks than still spend over $100 at another restaurant and get average food. The Grand Tavern is unpretentious, welcoming, entrees offer sizable portions. I have NEVER left hungry. Main complaints I see are price - again, yes it's expensive but it's worth it. Also you can see the menu before you go, how do you not know what you're walking into?? Complaints about the burger. First of all the menu changes seasonally. There's no way their patty is frozen. Everything is FRESH AF. And yeah, American cheese is king on a burger. Again, it's on the menu what did you expect? This is a restaurant that has literally never disappointed. I will always save my pennies for a great night out here. Everyone's entitled to their opinion obviously but entitlement is a hell of a drug. Check out the menu and have a great night.

Terrific food, my cavatelli was great, and the swordfish fresh and tasty. Fun cocktail service…read more (though it's Lent, so I was happy they offer a great NA IPA. The other 5 in my group enjoyed their drinks. Our server took our orders verbally, and all apps and mains came out without a hitch. No menus handed (they ask you to look at their website to choose!) and the menu is small, with specials limited to cocktails. It is dark and quite noisy (they did dial back the loudness after we asked) so keep that in mind.)

Loved our first visit to Black Swan! The staff were so attentive and food was wonderful. The chef…read moreeven made an accommodation to make a vegan pasta as there were not many vegan friendly options on the menu. I really appreciated the offer and it was delicious. The ambiance was great as well (lots of space, cool decor and music was perfect). Can't wait to go back!

Waited an hour for food which never came. They were out of beer - in a gastropub! Took four tries…read moreand forty minutes to order a beer. Watered down aperol spritz. Onion soup was good. After an hour we asked if our entrees were coming soon. Waitress didn't know. We asked for the check which she left at the front desk. Poorly managed - never saw a manager, just the hostess. Won't go back.

Great food and ambiance. Awesome, attentive service. Kept us happy and full the whole time. Young…read morestaff hustling and bustling. Nice to see

Still a gem of a place. Great friendly feel at home service. Lovely crowd of local folks at the…read moresmall bar area. Always enjoy coming here !

Ate upstairs at the Greenroom . Service was excellent. Lauren was wonderful! Drinks were tasty,…read morefood came out in just a few minutes after ordering. Lauren offered to put our leftovers in the refrigerator while we went downstairs for drinks and live music! Got a passport from Lauren for the FIFA games ! Great bar ! Will be back soon .

R Bar was a beautiful place to dine while looking for diverse food options in the Asbury Beach…read morearea. Being dairy-free and pescatarian, I enjoyed their caviar options with my table of friends as well as mocktail options as a sober Betty. The staff was very friendly and warm, accommodating the needs of our diets alongside making us feel welcome while on our trip to Asbury. The crab beignets were another hit at the table. The plates were beautiful, including the mussels that were plentiful for the table. This is a great spot to pop into when in Asbury and wanting a high-quality meal with a warm atmosphere.

Sat at the bar on Tuesday and was warmly greeted by Katie who made one of the best dirty martini's…read moreI have ever had! Would go back for the conversation and drink. She is a doll.

What a great place to grab a bite, watch the world cup on a rainy day at the beach! The food was…read morereally good and the drinks were as well. The best part was the service. We were seated right away even though it was crowded with people avoiding the rain. Then our server, Erin A. was fantastic. She joked around with us and made us feel like friends. A great experience all around.