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Asbury Park Food & Drink

Explore one of the Jersey Shore’s most varied dining scenes, from classic breakfast counters and brunch to sourdough pizza, sushi, Ethiopian and Dominican cooking, French and Mediterranean dining, boardwalk seafood, barbecue, cafés, doughnuts, ice cream, breweries, craft spirits, wine bars and cocktails.

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Dining Snapshot

Year-Round Culinary DestinationAsbury Park supports a substantial restaurant scene beyond the summer season, with residents, regional visitors, concerts, festivals and nightlife sustaining demand.
Independent RestaurantsMany of the city’s best-known establishments are locally owned concepts with distinctive menus, design and personality.
Casual to Special OccasionThe city ranges from breakfast counters, tacos and pizza to French brasserie dining, sushi, rooftop meals and romantic lakeside restaurants.
Food Connected to CultureMusic, art, nightlife, the boardwalk, LGBTQ+ community events and neighborhood revitalization all contribute to the dining economy.

Featured Dining Areas

Cookman Avenue & DowntownBrunch, pizza, sushi, Italian dining, wine bars, desserts, sandwiches and nightlife cluster throughout the walkable downtown district.
Bangs & Mattison AvenuesFrench, Mediterranean, Mexican, brunch, cocktails and contemporary dining create a dense restaurant corridor.
Boardwalk & Ocean AvenueRooftop dining, seafood, Korean tacos, cocktails, casual food and ocean views serve beach and event crowds.
Main Street, Springwood & NeighborhoodsClassic delis, barbecue, community cafés, international cooking and neighborhood restaurants broaden the city’s food identity.

Dining Categories

Breakfast, Brunch, Delis & Cafés Pizza, Italian & Mediterranean Global & Contemporary Dining American, Seafood & Boardwalk Dining Barbecue, Sandwiches & Casual Food Coffee, Desserts & Sweet Shops Breweries, Distillery, Wine & Cocktails Bakeries, Bagels & Bread Shops Burgers, Wings & Fast Casual Family Dining, Diners & Buffets Vegetarian, Vegan & Healthy Dining Juice, Smoothies, Tea & Specialty Drinks Grocery Markets, Food Halls & Specialty Foods Seafood Markets, Butchers & Prepared Foods Caterers, Private Chefs & Event Food Food Trucks, Pop-Ups & Mobile Vendors Hotel Restaurants, Private Dining & Event Venues Seasonal Boardwalk Stands & Beach Food Late-Night Dining & Takeout Kosher, Halal & Dietary-Specific Options Cooking Classes & Culinary Experiences

Breakfast, Brunch, Delis & Cafés

Breakfast counters, brunch destinations, sandwiches, cafés, community food programs and daytime dining.

Booskerdoo Coffee & Baking Co.Coffee Shop1321 Memorial Drive
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Buttermee Pancakes Pancake Restaurant1100 Ocean Avenue N
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Cardinal Provisions Seasonal brunch, breakfast, lunch and bakery-focused dishes513 Bangs Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-898-7194
Cafe Volan Coffee Shop510 Bangs Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-3399
Cameo Love Market Breakfast & Lunch1213 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-5462
Chat & Nibble Classic breakfast & Lunch932 Asbury Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-775-5100
DJ's Delights Deli & CateringDeli620 Mattison Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-869-1100
Frank's Deli & Restaurant Classic breakfast counter, deli sandwiches, platters and local favorites1406 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-775-6682
Goldrush Coffee Shop719 Bangs Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Makanas Eatery Breakfast & Lunch609 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-0962
Toast Breakfast, brunch, pancakes, eggs and comfort-food favorites516 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-776-5900
The Speakeatery Creative sandwiches, subs, comfort food and takeout705 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Kula Café Community café connected with Kula Urban Farm and workforce development1201 Springwood Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712

Pizza, Italian & Mediterranean

Wood-fired pizza, Italian-American classics, contemporary Italian dining and Mediterranean-inspired restaurants.

Belmontes Ristorante Italian Restaurant632 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-776-7500
Brando's Citi Cucina Italian dining, steaks, seafood, pasta and cocktails162 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-774-2222
Capitoline Italian Restaurant639 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-3609
Catbird Wood-fired specialty pizza, salads, sides and zero-proof beverages1215 Sunset Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-776-9732
Crust & Crumble Pizza, vegan options, sandwiches and casual dining633 Lake Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Dolce Fantasia Italian Restaurant service Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner521 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
848-372-1341
Flavia's Cucina Romana Italian Restaurant550 Cookman Avenue, Suite 101
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-5080
Jimmy's Italian Restaurant Traditional Italian-American dining and red-sauce classics1405 Asbury Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-774-5051
Pasta Volo Pasta Shop419 Bond Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-5767
Porta Asbury Park Neapolitan-style pizza, Italian dishes, bar and nightlife911 Kingsley Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-776-7661
Talula's Sourdough pizza, bread, seasonal dishes and plant-forward options550 Cookman Avenue, Suite 108
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-3003

Global & Contemporary Dining

Japanese, Ethiopian, Dominican, Mexican, Middle Eastern, French, Mediterranean and contemporary American concepts.

Asbury Park No 1 Kitchen Chinese Restaurant100 Memorial Drive
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-988-8989
China Lucky Chinese Restaurant713 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-988-7755
Chinese Gourmet Chinese Restaurant1013 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-988-3999
New Gold Lee Chinese Restaurant410 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-774-0679
Hadaka Sushi served in its purest form527 Bangs Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-0238

Kimchi Mama Korean Restaurant504 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712

732-361-0756

MOGO Korean Fusion Tacos Korean-inspired tacos and casual dining at downtown and boardwalk locations632 Cookman Avenue and Asbury Park Boardwalk
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-3684

Rice Asian Cuisine Asian Restaurant718 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-898-9988
Taka Japanese cuisine, sushi, small plates, sake and cocktails660 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-775-1020
LiLi Oceanfront RestaurantMediterranean-inspired small plates and cocktails800 Ocean Avenue N
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-837-9495
REYLA Middle Eastern and Mediterranean-inspired small plates and cocktails603 Mattison Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-8333
Pascal & Sabine European and French brasserie-style dining601 Bangs Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-774-3395
Ada's Gojjo Ethiopian and Dominican dishes with meat and vegetarian options1301 Memorial Drive
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-222-5005
Islander Caribbean Restaurant Caribbean Restaurant100 Memorial Drive
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-988-3637
Mike's Place & RestaurantJamaican Restaurant621 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-3210
Barrio Costero Contemporary Mexican coastal cuisine, tacos, mezcal and cocktails610 Bangs Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-5544
Tijo's Kreyol Kitchen Creole Restaurant1400 Asbury Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-774-2200
Latin Diner Cuban Restaurant1007 Memorial Drive
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-5191
Cielito Lindo 3 Mexican Restaurant1206 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-5745
El Guacamole Mexican Restaurant808 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-3363
El Rey Rosticeria y Restaurante Mexican Restaurant708 Emery Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-8260
El Sabor Oaxaqueno Mexican Restaurant813 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-807-3808
La Oaxaquenita Tacos & Grill 2 Mexican Restaurant1600 Asbury Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-7900
Los Barbaros Birria Mexican Restaurant704 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-5460
Los Petates Mexican Restaurant and Tequilla Bar Mexican Restaurant715 2nd Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-0716
Loteria Mexican Restaurant632 Mattison Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-3610
Plaza Garibaldi Mexican Restaurant420 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-3994
Plaza Tapatia Restaurant Mexican Restaurant707 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-776-7826
Tico Taco TacqueriaMexican Restaurant300 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-5299
Moonstruck Mediterranean-inspired dining, cocktail lounge and lakeside setting517 Lake Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-988-0123
Judy's & Harry's Italian-American cooking through a Jewish lens with an adjoining cocktail bar408 Seventh Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-795-2582
Homesick Contemporary comfort food, seasonal dishes and cocktailsCookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Black Swan Public House Modern public-house dining, cocktails and contemporary fare601 Mattison Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712

American, Seafood & Boardwalk Dining

American dining, seafood, chophouse fare, rooftop meals, beachfront food, casual taverns and ocean-view destinations.

Cousins Maine Lobster Restaurant Seafood Restaurant 800 Ocean Avenue N #109-110
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-2939
R Bar & Restaurant American tavern, chophouse-style dishes, brunch, cocktails and live music1114 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-776-7463
AP Rooftop Rooftop dining, seafood, steaks, burgers, brunch and cocktails1200 Ocean Avenue, Third Floor
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-444-2043
Iron Whale Seafood, steaks, raw-bar selections and boardwalk dining1200 Ocean Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Shucked by Local 130 SeafoodSeafood, steaks, raw-bar selections and boardwalk dining1300 Ocean Avenue (Inside Convention Hall)
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-6519
Asbury Ale House Sports bar, burgers, wings, pub food and cocktails531 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Cross & Orange American Restaurant508 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-5502
Tim McLoone's Supper Club American Restaurant1200 Ocean Avenue N
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-774-1400
The Drawing Room American Restaurant1101 Ocean Avenue N
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-825-6000
Palmetto Southern Kitchen + Bar Coastal Southern Cuisine1000 Ocean Avenue N
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-3639
Robinson Ale House American Restaurant1200 Ocean Avenue N
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-774-1400
Watermark Cocktails, seasonal small plates and oceanfront views800 Ocean Avenue, Second Floor
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-3447
Low Dive Casual boardwalk bar, drinks and beach-oriented foodAsbury Park Boardwalk
Asbury Park, NJ 07712

Barbecue, Sandwiches & Casual Food

Barbecue, sandwiches, rotisserie, casual takeout and neighborhood comfort food.

Mutiny BBQ Company Smoked barbecue, brisket, ribs, sandwiches and sides808 Fifth Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-366-9985
Mutiny Beach Smoked barbecue, brisket, ribs, sandwiches and sides808 Fifth Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-366-9985
The Speakeatery Sandwiche Shop705 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-898-9456
Joe's Rotisseria Rotisserie chicken, pizza, sandwiches and casual takeout504 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712

Coffee, Desserts & Sweet Shops

Coffee, doughnuts, ice cream, baked goods and sweet treats for downtown and beach visitors.

Amici Gelato and Caffe Gelato and Ice Cream630 Mattison Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
848-226-3700
Confections of a Rockstar Fresh Cupcakes and Pastries550 Cookman Avenue #104
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-3510
Coney Waffle Ice Cream and Sweet Shop Ice Cream Shop800 Ocean Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-556-6951
Dunkin' Coffee and Donuts20 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-898-7043
Dunkin' Coffee and Donuts1401 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-7998
Purple Glaze Donuts Fresh doughnuts, specialty flavors, coffee and custom orders. Vegan and Dairy-free options516 Summerfield Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-5308
Cookman Creamery Ice cream, vegan frozen desserts and seasonal flavors711 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-5215
Frost Bitez Dessert Shop808 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-3363
Milk Sugar Love Creamery & BakeshopIce Cream Shop1319 Memorial Drive
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
551-430-2498
Lola's European Café Coffee, gelato, desserts, pastries and café fare539 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
River Street SweetsCandy and Ice Cream Shop550 Cookman Avenue, Suite C109
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-359-6550
Sweet ToothDessert Shop1100 Ocean Avenue N
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
The Art of the Bean and LeafCoffee Shop663 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-988-2000
The Baked BearIce Cream Shop614 Cookman Avenue, Unit 4
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-903-8940
Asbury Park Roastery Locally roasted coffee, espresso and café drinksAsbury Park Boardwalk and local retail locations
Asbury Park, NJ 07712

Bars, Pubs & Taverns

Local bar drinks, nightlife, sports, live music, or places with a neighborhood-bar atmosphere

Asbury Lanes Bar, Bowling and Music Venue209 4th Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
848-217-4628
Beach BarBar1300 Ocean Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-0090
Bond Street BarBar208 Bond Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Georgie'sLGBTQ Bar - Low key food and drinks810 Fifth Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-988-1220
House of Independents Event Venue572 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-776-6666
Johnny Mac House of Spirits Bar208 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-776-6666
Laylow Cocktail Lounge Cocktail Bar603 Mattison Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-307-9640
Low Dive Bar1000 Ocean Avenue N
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-3767
Paradise LGBTQ Bar 101 Asbury Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-988-6663
The Stone Pony Bar & Music Venue913 Ocean Avenue N
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-502-0600
Wonderbar Bar & Music Venue1213 Ocean Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-3767
Kim Marie's Eat n Drink Away Irish Pub1411 Kingsley Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-774-6666

Breweries, Distillery, Wine & Cocktails

Local beer, craft spirits, wine bars, cocktail destinations and tasting experiences.

Wild Air Beerworks Independent brewery and taproom801 Second Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Asbury Park Brewery Local brewery, taproom and music-oriented gathering place810 Sewall Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Asbury Park Distilling Co. Craft distillery, tasting room, cocktails and locally produced spirits527 Lake Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-455-3935
Lovesick Wine bar, cocktails, oysters, ramen, burgers and listening-room atmosphere522 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-774-1264

Bakeries, Bagels & Bread Shops

Bakeries, bagel shops, bread makers, pastry counters, cake shops and specialty baked goods.

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Burgers, Wings & Fast Casual

Burger restaurants, wings, hot dogs, chicken, counter-service meals and other quick casual dining.

Fast Food

 

Family Dining, Diners & Buffets

Family-friendly restaurants, diners, buffets, all-day menus and casual neighborhood dining.

Diners

Asbury Diner Diner209 4th Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-774-7100

 

Vegetarian, Vegan & Healthy Dining

Plant-based restaurants, vegetarian meals, wellness-focused menus, salads, bowls and health-conscious dining.

Food Truck

Sprout House Vegan/Vegetarian Food Truck Vegetarian Food113 Seventh Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
201-640-5723

 

Health-Conscious

Playa Bowls Health Food Choices701 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-988-9663
Playa Bowls Health Food Choices1200 Ocean Avenue N
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-807-3580

 

Juice, Smoothies, Tea & Specialty Drinks

Juice bars, smoothies, bubble tea, tea shops, wellness drinks and nonalcoholic specialty beverages.

Juice Bar

Pulp Asbury Juice Bar516 Summerfield Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-0911

 

Grocery Markets, Food Halls & Specialty Foods

Grocers, neighborhood markets, food halls, imported foods, gourmet products, produce and specialty ingredients.

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Seafood Markets, Butchers & Prepared Foods

Fish markets, butcher shops, prepared-food counters, meal pickup, specialty meats and take-home foods.

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Caterers, Private Chefs & Event Food

Catering companies, private chefs, party food, wedding catering, corporate meals and event culinary services.

Catering & Event Food

Trixie's Chicken Catering Food and Drink Supply906 Sewall Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
609-366-4050

 

Food Trucks, Pop-Ups & Mobile Vendors

Food trucks, seasonal carts, temporary kitchens, festival vendors, farmers-market food and rotating pop-ups.

Food Trucks

Chef Collins Events - Unique Dinners and Pop-UpsCaterer413 Sixth Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-239-1218
Zappa Food Truck Mobile Street Food & Catering1601 Ocean Avenue N
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
 

Hotel Restaurants, Private Dining & Event Venues

Hotel dining rooms, private clubs, banquet spaces, event venues, private dining and catered hospitality.

Event Venue

Continental Ballroom at The Berkeley Oceanfront HotelEvent Venue for Rent1401 Ocean Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-776-6700
House of IndependentsEvent Venue572 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-776-6700

 

Hotel Dining

Judy and Harry's at the St. Laurent HotelNew American Cuisine Using Fresh Ingredients in a Romantic 1920's Style Setting1101 Ocean Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-825-6000
The Drawing Room at Asbury Ocean Club HotelCocktails, Small Plates, Live Music and Atlantin Ocean Views1101 Ocean Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-825-6000
Salvation Rooftop Bar at The Asbury HotelCocktails, Small Plates, Live Music and Atlantin Ocean Views210 Fifth Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-774-7100
The Counter at The Asbury Hotel24/7 Grab-and-Go Cafe210 Fifth Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-774-7100

 

Seasonal Boardwalk Stands & Beach Food

Seasonal boardwalk counters, beach snacks, ice treats, quick-service windows and summer food vendors.

Boardwalk Food

Pucker Lemonades and Beach Fries Fast Boardwalk Food1150 Ocean Avenue N
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-670-6590
Eddie Confetti's Ice Cream & Cafe Ice Cream Shop1100 Ocean Avenue N
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-361-7670

 

Late-Night Dining & Takeout

Late-night kitchens, post-concert food, and evening dining options.

Late Night Dining

Johnny Mac House of SpiritsBar offering Pizza208 Main Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-774-6666
Kim Marie's Eat n Drink AwayIrish Pub 1411 Kingsley Street
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-774-6666
Lola's European CafeCafe539 Cookman Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-807-3777

 

Kosher, Halal & Dietary-Specific Options

Kosher, halal, gluten-free, allergen-aware and other dietary-specific food businesses and dining options.

Special Diet Type

Chef Bukari's Food LoungeSoul Food Restaurant1501 Springwood Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
973-363-9133

 

Cooking Classes & Culinary Experiences

Cooking lessons, tastings, chef demonstrations, food tours, culinary workshops and hands-on dining experiences.

Culinary School & Lessons

Culinary Education Center MCVSDCulinary School101 Drury Lane
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-988-3299
Sweet DaniB Cookie Kitchen & Sweet Party StudioCookie Shop717 Bangs Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
609-736-0653

 

Dining & Visitor Resources

Asbury Park Chamber DiningBrowse Chamber dining members and current local business information. Official Visitor InformationBeach, parking, transportation and visitor resources from the City. Visiting & LodgingPlan an overnight visit around dining, concerts, events and the boardwalk. Business & ShoppingExplore shops, galleries, attractions, wellness and professional services.

Directory Information

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