VIC’S
60 Main Street, Bradley Beach
732-774-8225
Garlic bread and our Chopped Antipasto make a perfect pairing! Our most popular salad contains salami, provolone, black/green olives, green/red peppers, celery, tomatoes, hot peppers and lettuce.
Nick + Sons bakery
304 Morris Avenue, Spring Lake NJ 07762
Thursday – Sunday, 7:30 am – 2pm
Instagram @nickandsonsbakery
Nick + Sons bakery is an artisanal bread maker with locations in Brooklyn, NY and Spring Lake, NJ. Using locally sourced, high quality ingredients and organic grains, Nick + Sons bakery offers a variety of handmade and freshly baked sourdough breads and pastries. Recognized as having the best croissant in NYC in 2021, we hope you will come by and treat yourself…you won’t be disappointed!
Third Avenue Chocolate Shoppe
1118 3rd Ave., Spring Lake
732-449-7535
thirdavenuechocolateshoppe.com
At Third Avenue Chocolate Shoppe, we specialize in all things candy and chocolate. From gifts, to event favors, to corporate orders, we have you covered. We are making life sweeter one piece of candy at a time!
BREAKERS
1507 Ocean Ave., Spring Lake
732-449-7700
Breakers Sea Scallop Scampi starts with Day Boat Sea Scallops that are baked in butter, garlic, lemon and white wine served over capellini pasta.
Playa Bowls
68 Bridge Ave., Bay Head
848-232-3947
Playa Bowls™ is your slice of summer, anytime. Using the freshest, highest quality ingredients, we serve healthy, delicious açaí, pitaya, coconut bowls and smoothies with sustainability and community in mind.
MR. SHRIMP
1608 Hwy. 71, Belmar
732-681-7755
Our Linguini in Red Clam Sauce is made with chopped and whole local select clams, flavored with fresh herbs, garlic, crushed pepper flakes, white wine and a hint of our homemade marinara sauce.
RAY’S CAFÉ SEA GIRT
523 Washington Blvd.
Sea Girt,
732.449.1717
A local favorite for over 20 years. There’s no better place to start your day than our original location on Washington Ave in Sea Girt. We’re here to start your day right with egg combos, omelets, pork roll, bacon, and of course a hot cup of coffee.
Sundae Times
17 Atlantic Ave., Spring Lake
732-282-9605
Come and enjoy a sweet treat at The Sundae Times. Our homemade waffle cones are one of our signature items. We also do brownie bombs, banana splits, shakes, waffle sundaes and more!
Sugar Specialty Bake Shop
406 Higgins Ave., Brielle
732-612-8282
A Bakery and so much more! Sugar Bake Shop & Gourmet Foods not only offers an extensive bakery selection, but we also offer a wide variety of breakfast & lunch options made fresh daily. Whether you’re craving something sweet or savory, we have something to satisfy all your needs!
Chippy’s
411 Boardwalk, Pt. Pleasant Beach
Chippysboardwalk.com
Chippy’s Fresh Fish, Funnel Cakes & Burritos- Since 1985, Chippy’s has been a fan favorite on the Point Pleasant Beach Boardwalk. Now with 3 concepts under the same Chippy’s umbrella, the brand has expanded to include Chippy’s Funnel Cake & Pretzel Co. & Chippy’s Beach Burritos. Whether you’re looking for a festive meal or to satisfy your sweet tooth, Chippy’s has something for everyone!” Open Daily weather permitting.
BRANDO’S CITI CUCINA
162 Main Street, Asbury Park
732-774-2222
Treat yourself to one of our 35-day dry aged steaks. From Creekstone Farms, NE, it’s in the top 1% of black angus beef in the United States. Porterhouse for Two, Cowboy Ribeye, Bone in Filet Mignon or Bone in Kansas City Strip.
COLONIAL BAKERY
North Store
Corner of 3091 Route 35N & Joseph Street, Sunset Manor,
NJ 08735
732-793-3960
South Store
1096A Grand Central Ave, Lavallette, NJ 08735
732-854-9500
Come try our delicious Jelly Donuts! They come in cinnamon or powdered sugar.
MR. GREEK
821 Belmar Plaza, Belmar
848-404-9633
Mr. Greek’s menu contains a lot of meat and seafood items, but a good vegan alternative is their Mixed Mushrooms – available as a platter, a side or a salad topping. As a pita sandwich, the mushrooms are wrapped with onions and tomatoes and your choice of Tzatziki, Harissa Feta or Tahini
The Salty Whale
390 E Main Street, Manasquan NJ 08736
732-592-3344
The Salty Whale offers some of the best Coastal Cuisine down the Shore. Our new Crab and Shrimp BLT Salad is sure to make your mouth water.
Leggett’s
Open 7 days a week, 11:30am-2am
217 First Ave Manasquan NJ 08726
732 223 3951
“Forget New England… forget New York… try our delicious New Jersey clam chowder!”
JERSEY MIKE’S SUBS
Manasquan, Point Pleasant Beach,
Wall, Neptune, Point Pleasant,
Brick, Ocean Township, Howell,
West Long Branch and Lakewood
Jerseymikes.com
There are so many mouth-watering options to choose from when you’re at Jersey Mike’s, but why not be sure your selection includes crispy bacon? The Club Sub is stacked high with provolone, turkey and ham, smothered with mayo and topped with applewood smoked bacon.
MJ’s RESTAURANT
BAR & GRILL
Locations in Bayville, Matawan, Middletown, Neptune, Spotswood and Tinton Falls
“VACATION IN A GLASS”
MJ’s Most Popular Cocktail!
CK Mondavi Pinot Grigio, Malibu Coconut Rum, Orange, Peach, Melon & Sour Apple Liqueurs, Orange & Pineapple Juice $10. *Strict limit 2 per customer.
Last Wave Brewing Company
601 Bay Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
Lastwavebrewing.com
Our craft brewery offers 18+ beers on tap in our tasting room & beer garden Wednesday–Sunday. You’ll also see our beer at bars and liquor stores all over the Jersey Shore this summer.
Scarborough Fair
1414 Meetinghouse Rd, Sea Girt, NJ 08750
The ScarBar has become the talk of the town for top notch cocktails, great bar menu, and amazing weekly specials. A few to mention are Sundays Burgers & Brews as well as the Happy Hour. Our Burgers and Brews special consists of a handcrafted burger menu accompanied by $4 beers all night long. As for our Happy Hour, this is one you want to start telling your friends about; Tuesday – Friday, 3-6pm. The specials include: $6 drinks, $9 martinis, $6 wines, and 1/2 off our Bar Food Menu. See you there!
Stewart’s Drive-In
63 Broadway,
Point Pleasant Beach
732-295-2722
Alonzo’s foot long hotdog is topped with sauteed peppers, onions, and homemade potatoes, served on an Italian hero roll.
La Cocinita
144 Main St, Manasquan, NJ 08736
Authentic Mexican Food right in the heart of Manasquan. Our “Enchiladas Verdes” are a crowd pleaser! Rolled soft tortillas with chicken & topped with sour cream and queso fresco. Delicious!
Jimmy’s Cucina
301 Union Ave, Brielle, NJ 08730
(732) 206-6040
Jimmyscucina.com
Jimmy’s Cucina prides themselves on made-from-scratch specialties such as their Fried Calamari. Stop by and enjoy this dish or one of their other delicious specialties at one of two locations. Order online at jimmyscucina.com.
Fratello’s Restaurant
810 The Plaza, Sea Girt
732-974-8833
Fratello’s 16-ounce New York Sirloin is seared to perfection with your selection of tasty options including grilled, lightly cajun, Murphy, or Au Poivre.
Jenkinson’s
Point Pleasant Beach Boardwalk
Jenkinsons.com
A fresh squeezed cocktail is the perfect way to take in the beautiful view at Jenk’s. Try a screwdriver, an orange crush or a tequila sunrise this summer.
Bum Rogers Crabhouse
At Island Beach State Park
2207 SW Central Ave., Seaside
732-830-2770
Bum Rogers delicious fish tacos are served with your choice of fried cod, blackened tuna or shrimp and topped with Spanish slaw and cilantro crema and served with a side of chips and salsa.
Martell’s Tiki & Beach Bar
Boardwalk, Point Pleasant
Tikibar.com
Martell’s view is only paralleled by this tasty Lobster BLT, served with claw meat, lettuce, tomato, bacon & a side of Boom Boom sauce. You will enjoy every bite!
Beef Boys
3201 Bridge Ave., Point Pleasant
732-701-3900
The Beef Boys Cheesesteak is unlike any other! Stop in their Point Pleasant location and give the fresh sliced prime roasted beef, topped with cheese sauce and peppers and onions a try.
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