Elegant Italian with exceptional service. Worth it for casual date night or for intimate parties.read more

Amazing food from the bread to the linguine and clam sauce and finally the cheesecake. Cute…read moreatmosphere byob which is always a win to me with excellent service overall win to me..

My friend lives in the area and had been raving about La Mondina. Our friend group went to dinner…read morehere and had an amazing experience. The restaurant is gorgeous as you can see by the video of that fountain, you feel like you're transported to Italy. But the restaurant isn't just pretty, the food is absolute phenomenal too. Every dish I tried was excellent from the focaccia (one of the best breads I've ever had in my life, to the meatballs and right down got my entree everything was packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. The truffle gnocchi was one of the best Italian dishes I've ever had in my life and the chicken cutlet I ordered on top was also one of the best chicken cutlets I've ever had in my life (don't tell my mom or my wife). Our waitress was super attentive and kind as well so the service doesn't miss either. This might be my new favorite restaurant by the shore, definitely come check it out.

Great vibe. Great food. Great service. Have been a number of times and always a good experience…read more Reservations are recommended as it does get very busy. Pastas are homemade. The risotto dishes are a favorite. The focaccia is fantastic. They also have a really good cheese plate. I've not made it to desserts. Always too full from the delicious entrees. Overall a solid place.

Awesome old school Italian family restaurant. Recently had a party of 10 to celebrate a birthday…read more Server was excellent and checked on us frequently. We ordered apps for the table and everyone enjoyed! Entrees included a fresh house salad. My chicken parm was excellent, side pasta cooked to perfection. Also got to sample the Chicken franchise and shrimp scampi which were very good. Portions were large with many taking home lunch for the next day. Definitely recommend for a family celebration or just a casual night out.

Food, service and ambiance all wonderful. I will be back to enjoy more meals in the future.read more

Joel. Thank you for a great response. I do apologize that this review may reflect on your…read morerestaurant even though you may not have been a part of that regime. We will try your place again solely based on a humble response and the ability to view criticism in a healthy manner, hats off to you. I am a nobody in a world of nobodies, but if the desire and approach are there, the food was already good, we will come back. With high expectations. Good luck with it all. It's been a minute since we've been there, hopefully we will see you again this summer.

The owner was lovely…read more The ambiance is amazing. You can't beat the gorgeous view. However we are staying in a suite and decided to order it to go so we could dine privately on our ocean side balcony. The salmon dish was perfect if you want something light but flavorful. The salmon was melt in your mouth fresh. The appetizer was delicious. The clams and linguine was my favorite. The sauce was incredible and the noodles reminded of the ones my nana would make. If you are staying at the hotel you need to make sure to stop in! The food was the highlight of our afternoon. Update: the deserts were mind blowing! Not one of us can decide which desert was the best. They were all phenomenal! My kid and husband never like cheesecake and they devoured it. Best cannolis and tiramisu I have ever had! The desert is ten stars! Everyone SAVE ROOM FOR DESERT!! We will be talking about the deserts for years to come. Breakfast: Another amazing meal. The owner has perfected this entire menu. The eggs Benedict hollandaise sauce is light and creamy. The eggs were cooked perfectly. The crepes were so good my kid inhaled them before I could try a second bite.

I genuinely loved this place so much! It's very nice both inside and outside…read more Our server's name was Benjamin, and he was super kind and funny! He knew a lot about the menu and was very patient with us. For appetizers, we got the eggplant pancake and the watermelon salad. I HIGHLY recommend the eggplant pancake, it was one of the best appetizers I've ever tried. For dinner I had pistachio crusted salmon with asparagus and smashed potatoes, and WOW, it was absolutely amazing. Absolutely incredible food. My family tried the creme brulee as well and thoroughly enjoyed it. Over all, 10/10 recommend going here!

Wow. So underwhelmed. We arrived just a few minutes late for…read moreour 5:15 reservation and were told multiple times that there was another reservation at 7:00 and that we had to be finished by then. While we aren't regulars, we've visited this restaurant several times and have always enjoyed our experiences. Unfortunately, this visit was completely different. The repeated reminders that we needed to hurry, combined with the rudeness of our server, will most likely prevent us from ever returning. We also didn't appreciate our dessert menus and the check being tossed onto the table. To make matters worse, the food was disappointing. Four of the five meals were underwhelming and simply not worth the price. Overall, this was a very disappointing experience from both the service and food perspectives, especially given how much we've enjoyed dining here in the past.

Everything always great. The Samich crew is the best…read more Tip. Ask for the house roasted turkey when you order the sandwich. And if the Italian hot dog is on the hot bar...best to get one and see for yourself

Always a good experience at Joe Leone's. Their selection of prepared foods is always fresh and…read moreflavorful! If you need help finding anything, their staff is very friendly and willing to direct you. Today, I left with a very random assortment- macaroni salad, parmesan toast, and cannoli cookies. Everything was delicious, but the macaroni salad was my favorite! I love that they use plenty of fresh veggies inside and both mayonnaise and sour cream for the dressing. A Point Pleasant staple!

Lubrano's is spectacular. The food is the best Italian around and extremely authentic. The service…read morewas incredible, our waiter was very attentive and helped us with great suggestions. The ambiance is very lively and energetic. The bread is absolutely phenomenal. I have had many of their pasta dishes and they never fail to impress me (and fill me up!). Would be first on my recommendation list to others!

I have visited Lubrano's several times for dinner and it does not disappoint. It's a located in a…read morestrip mall in Mannasquan. When you walk in, you are standing in front of a pizza counter but there is a nice dining room attached for lunch/dinner. I have yet to try the pizza since I usually just come for dinner. At the table, they start with hot bread and olive oil to dip. The bread is super delicious and dangerously addictive. For appetizers, I have tried the Stuffed Zucchini Flowers and Calamari. Both are great options. For an entree, I usually order the Chicken Parm or Seafood Pescatore Linguine. Most recently, I tried the Spicy Garlicky Salmon, which came highly recommended by other Yelpers. It was the perfect amount of garlic flavor and came with a side of creamy mashed potatoes. Everything I have tried at Lubrano's has been amazing and the portions are huge. I usually bring home leftovers and can make another meal out of it! It's BYOB which is a great plus. You have to make a reservation even during the week. This place fills up very fast. Lubrano's is a must visit at the Jersey Shore!

This is a local restaurant for us which we have been going to for years and get their pizza…read moretakeout. We enjoy going there for dining. Food is always very good and now with my son and daughter in law being vegan they come too. They love their vegan meals. The service people are very friendly and knowledgeable. When you first go in the restaurant you will find a pizza parlor but once you enter the next room you will see a nice dining area.

POINT PLEASANT: If you are looking for a spot that checks all the boxes, MonAlyssa Italian…read moreRestaurant & Pizzeria is it! This family-owned Italian restaurant has the cutest dog-friendly outdoor patio, and the food is just as amazing as the vibes. Not only is their Italian fare delicious, but they also offer a full vegan menu and can make entrées gluten-free upon request; restaurants that cater to everyone's needs are truly #1 in our book. We indulged in the vegan garlic bread and vegan vodka pasta, and we left with happy bellies and already cannot wait to go back. Pups can enter through the main entrance and head straight to the back patio, which is decorated with a colorful mural, gorgeous flowers, string lights, and plenty of charm. They are BYOB, so grab your favorite bottle and buon appetito!