Dining in Asbury Park

Official St. Patrick's Day parade headquarters. Opens 10 AM on parade day with free pizza. Year-round neighborhood Irish pub with great atmosphere and live music.

Must try: Free pizza on St. Patrick's Day parade morning

Eatery with a speakeasy-inspired name in Asbury Park.

Rooftop bar serving drinks and American bites in Asbury Park.

Home-style American kitchen in Asbury Park.

American grill fare in Asbury Park.

Pizzeria and family restaurant in Ocean Township, minutes from Asbury Park.

American restaurant in Asbury Park.

Barbecue joint smoking American classics in Asbury Park.

American restaurant in Asbury Park.

Restaurant in Asbury Park.

American restaurant in Asbury Park's dining lineup.

Bar and grill known as the Wonder Bar in Asbury Park.

Donut shop in Asbury Park.

American restaurant in Asbury Park.

Won Best Brunch in Central Jersey 2024 from NJ Monthly readers. Locally sourced ingredients with creative seasonal dishes.

Must try: Weekend brunch

Established 1965. Serves the pork roll sandwich Anthony Bourdain recommended. Authentic Jersey diner culture.

Must try: Pork roll sandwich

Casual, budget-friendly American spot in Asbury Park.

Neighborhood deli counter in Asbury Park.

Bagels and deli sandwiches in Ocean Township, just outside Asbury Park.

Clubhouse deli in Ocean Township, a quick hop from Asbury Park.

Bagel chain location in Ocean Township near Asbury Park.

Frank's Deli & Restaurant located in Asbury Park.

Pizza and fried chicken under one roof in Asbury Park.

Pizzeria in neighboring Ocean Township, a short drive from Asbury Park.

Pizza plus fried chicken — the name is the menu — in Asbury Park.

Express outpost of the pizza chain in Ocean Township near Asbury Park.

Chain pizzeria in neighboring Ocean Township.

Counter-serve pizza and fried chicken in Asbury Park.

Pizza and Italian ristorante in Ocean Township outside Asbury Park.

Italian restaurant in Asbury Park.

Italian American association hall in Ocean Township — a member social club rather than a walk-in restaurant.

Family Italian restaurant in Ocean Township near Asbury Park.

Italian cafe and dessert shop in Asbury Park.

Chinese take-out counter in Asbury Park.

Chinese restaurant in Asbury Park.

Coffee and cafe fare in Asbury Park.

Cafe in Asbury Park.

Local favorite for Greek Bowls and Cinnamon Roll Skillet Cakes. Excellent coffee and brunch.

Must try: Greek Bowl or Cinnamon Roll Skillet Cakes

Artisan bakery and cafe in Asbury Park.

Craft brewery and tasting room in Ocean Township, minutes from Asbury Park.

Greek eatery in Ocean Township, close to Asbury Park.

Mexican restaurant on Main Street bringing authentic flavors and traditional dishes to Asbury Park.

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

Must try: Faroe Island Salmon or Rack of Lamb

French brasserie serving escargot, coq au vin and duck breast, with velvet banquettes.

Must try: Escargot or Coq au Vin

Generates "lines out the door" for sourdough-crust pizza from a gas-fired stone hearth. Try The New Yorker pie or The Dolorian brunch pie with smoked salmon.

Must try: The New Yorker pie or The Dolorian brunch pie

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

Must try: Wood-fired pizza

"The real thing" for sushi enthusiasts with a Japanese whisky and sake list.

Must try: Omakase

Jerk Mahi-Mahi Tacos paired with floor-to-ceiling ocean views. Boardwalk location with fresh seafood focus.

Must try: Jerk Mahi-Mahi Tacos

Fast-casual fried chicken and pizza counter in Asbury Park.

Dunkin' coffee-and-donuts stop on Main Street in Asbury Park.

Second Main Street Dunkin' location in Asbury Park.

Dunkin' on Route 35 outside Asbury Park.

Eddie Confetti's Ice Cream located in Asbury Park.