Best Restaurants in Highlands
4 hand-picked restaurants in this monmouth County beach town
Looking for the best restaurants in highlands? 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 Highlands.
Top 4 Restaurants
Bahrs Landing
$$Legendary waterfront seafood restaurant since 1917. Three floors of dining with bay views. Famous for clams, lobster, and fresh catch.
Highland House
$$Local bar and restaurant with good pub food. Popular with locals year-round.
Inlet Cafe
$$Waterfront dining with deck overlooking the water. Fresh seafood and American fare in a relaxed setting.
The Clam Hut
$Casual clam bar with walk-up window and picnic tables. Quick, fresh, and affordable. Perfect summer stop.
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Highlands occupies the gateway position at the northern tip of the Jersey Shore, sitting where the Shrewsbury River and Sandy Hook Bay meet the Atlantic. You come here for three things: Twin Lights Historic Site—the twin brownstone lighthouse towers that have guided ships since 1862—the legendary cl...
Why Visit Highlands?
- historic atmosphere
- waterfront atmosphere
- seafood atmosphere
- nature atmosphere
- authentic atmosphere
Getting to Highlands
- From NYC: 1hr
- From Philadelphia: 1hr 30min
- From Newark: 50min