NJShore Guide

🍝 Italian Restaurants

in Asbury Park

Looking for italian in Asbury Park? The shore town has 14 spots serving pasta, pizza, and authentic italian cuisine. Moonstruck is a local favorite.

Price Range

1 upscale, 13 moderate

Dining Tip

Italian restaurants at the shore often have generous portions. Consider sharing a pasta dish.

14 Italian Restaurants in Asbury Park

Moonstruck

$$$$Reservations

Consistently 4.5+ stars for Mediterranean-American fare like Faroe Island Salmon and Rack of Lamb. Wraparound porches overlooking Wesley Lake. "Exceptional food and cocktails."

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Must Try: Faroe Island Salmon or Rack of Lamb

  • romantic
  • wine list
  • fine dining
  • lake views
517 Lake Avenue

S S Spot Pizza & Fried Chicken

$$

Located in Asbury Park.

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Rizzo's Pizza

$$

Located in Ocean.

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Pizza Plus Fried Chicken

$$

Located in Asbury Park.

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Pizza Hut Express

$$

Located in Ocean.

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Pizza Hut

$$

Located in Ocean.

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Mr Pizza Fried Chicken

$$

Located in Asbury Park.

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Merendino's Pizza & Ristorante

$$

Located in Ocean.

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Jimmy's Italian Restaurant

$$

Located in Asbury Park.

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Italian American Assn

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Located in Ocean.

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Illiano's Italian Restaurant

$$

Located in Ocean.

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Porta

$$

Neapolitan pizza and creative cocktails in a lively atmosphere. Outdoor garden seating.

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Must Try: Wood-fired pizza

  • pizza
  • garden seating
  • cocktails
  • late night

Dolce Fantasia

$$

Italian cafe and dessert shop. Located in Asbury Park.

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Galley Pizza & Eatery

$$

Galley Pizza & Eatery located in Asbury Park.

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Tips for Italian Dining in Asbury Park

Summer reservations: Book 1-2 weeks ahead for weekend dinners, especially July-August.

BYOB advantage: Many Asbury Park restaurants are BYOB—bring your own wine and save.

Off-peak savings: Early bird specials (5-6pm) often include price breaks.

Dress code: Most italian spots are casual—flip flops usually fine.

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