25 Essential Asbury Park Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Asbury Park.
Lemon Mediterranean Restaurant French Italian Greek Morocco & Spain cuisine
New Jersey
This sophisticated mainstay in a strip mall showcases globally inspired Mediterranean meals & more.
The Poached Pear
New Jersey
Stylish bistro lures upmarket diners with creative takes on American fare in art-lined surrounds.
Royal Grill 37
New Jersey
Snug counter serve doles out hefty portions of Middle Eastern & Indian sandwiches, platters & dips.
Burger 25 Toms River
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Busy counter serve doling out inventive fast-casual chow, from signature hamburgers to Oreo shakes.
Dolce Fantasia 4
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great dessert.
Jersey Mike's Subs
Asbury Park, New Jersey
New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
Sea Crab
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Live music.
White Castle
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Fast-food chain serving signature beef, chicken & fish sliders, plus extras such as onion rings.
Kimchi Mama
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Korean BBQ, bibimbop bowls & bubble tea served in a compact carryout with limited seating.
Mike's Giant Submarines
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Taka
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Contemporary Japanese eatery serving inventive cuisine & a wide range of sushi, with a full bar.
Pete & Elda's Bar / Carmen's Pizzeria
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Veteran pizzeria & bar serving thin-crust pies, pasta & sandwiches in a bustling, no-frills setting.
El Mexico Lindo
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Tacos, burritos & other Mexican classics fixed up in compact, down-to-earth quarters.
Jersey Mike's Subs
Asbury Park, New Jersey
New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
Playa Bowls
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Koi Asian Fusion Lounge (25 Brick Blvd, Brick Location, NJ)
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Easygoing eatery serving Chinese, Japanese & Thai dishes, plus specialty sushi & fusion fare.
Char Q
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee.
Bing's Beach House Deli
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Jersey Mike's Subs
Asbury Park, New Jersey
New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.
Aria - Alternative Pizza
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Low-key, family-run establishment providing pizza, wings, subs & Italian salads, plus delivery.
River Rock Restaurant & Marina Bar
Asbury Park, New Jersey
This sports bar & American eatery directly on the river offers a party atmosphere & boat slips.
Jimmy's Italian Restaurant
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Old-school Italian standby provides guests with a range of familiar dishes in a relaxed atmosphere.
Smashburger
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Counter-serve chain featuring signature smashed burgers, plus sides & shakes.
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Service options: Onsite services, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Live music, Sports. Popular for: Lunch.
Talula's
Asbury Park, New Jersey
Pizzeria turns out pies with gourmet toppings & homemade sourdough in a roomy industrial space.