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Best Restaurants in Bradley Beach

10 hand-picked restaurants in this monmouth County beach town

Looking for the best restaurants in Bradley Beach? We've curated the top spots based on quality, value, and local reputation. From budget-friendly options to upscale experiences, here are our top picks for restaurants in Bradley Beach.

Top 10 Restaurants

1

Avenue

$$

Beachfront restaurant and bar with ocean views. Good for casual dining, drinks, and people-watching.

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ocean viewsoutdoor seatingbar-grillcasual
2

Beach Plum Kitchen

$$

Farm-to-table brunch spot with creative seasonal dishes. Vegetarian-friendly options and excellent coffee.

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farm-to-tablecafevegetarian optionscoffee
3

Chinatown Kitchen

$$

Chinese restaurant on Main Street serving traditional dishes and American-Chinese favorites.

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Chinesecasualtakeout
4

Cotricos

$$

Italian restaurant on Main Street.

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5

D'Arcy's Tavern

$$

Classic Irish pub and popular post-Belmar parade spot. Great neighborhood atmosphere with live music, Irish beers, and hearty pub fare. Part of the Irish Riviera scene.

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irish-publive-musicoutdoor-seatinglate-night
6

Delponte's Coal Fired Pizza

$$

Coal-fired pizza and Italian specialties. Located in Bradley Beach.

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7

Luna Verde Vegan Mexican

$$

Located in Bradley Beach.

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8

The Buttered Biscuit

$$

Legendary breakfast spot with lines out the door on weekends. Southern-inspired comfort food with incredible homemade biscuits and creative brunch dishes.

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cafecafeSouthern-inspiredlocal legend
9

Vic's Italian Restaurant

$$

Classic Italian-American restaurant serving Bradley Beach since 1947. Known for huge portions and old-school atmosphere.

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family-ownedclassichuge portionsBYOB
10

Del Ponte's Bakery

$

Old-school Italian bakery since 1927. Fresh bread, pastries, and authentic Italian cookies. A Bradley Beach institution.

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About Bradley Beach

Bradley Beach invented the beach badge—literally. In 1929, this unassuming shore town introduced the first beach badge system in America, a practice that spread throughout New Jersey and persists to this day. That pioneering spirit of practical innovation still defines Bradley Beach: a place that fi...

Why Visit Bradley Beach?

  • nostalgic atmosphere
  • family friendly atmosphere
  • unpretentious atmosphere
  • classic atmosphere
  • affordable atmosphere

Getting to Bradley Beach

  • From NYC: 1hr 5min
  • From Philadelphia: 1hr 25min
  • From Newark: 50min