Our first visit to this 'Icon' pizzeria and Bakery in Bradley Beach. The warm…read moreGoat salad and pizza was awesome. The ambiance is a real cool Pizzeria look and feel. The server was very warm and friendly offering some popular suggestions. The bakery next door will also knock your socks off. A grand slam all the way around. We highly recommend this pizzeria and bakery in the heart of Jersey Shore!

Always good pizza and amazing salads. Been here several times. Always good service. Ambiance is…read morelively and welcoming. Fun place

Recently went down to Jersey shore to visit family and found this place on Yelp, I have to say they…read morehave one of the best ultra thin pizza ( bar Pizza)I've ever had anywhere. The crust and dough is outstanding great sauce and cheese and they offer many different toppings as well. The chopped antipasto salad is a must, enough for 4 people. Was in the mood for cheese ravioli and this dish was just way overcooked and very mushy... definite disappointment. Carafe and half carafes of red and White House wine, decent and goes great with the fantastic pizza. Fish, eggplant, chicken, and veal dishes. The veal dishes are cubed veal didn't order. Waitstaff is hit or miss. Some very friendly others not. Place is very busy and many locals love this place. Definitely recommend for the pizza. Truly one of the best.

Old School traditional Tavern setting established 1947. Friendly Service and a straightforward…read moremenu. Formica tables, Carpeted Floor, Wood Paneling. It's 1965 in here and it's fine with me! Vic's is unapologetically traditional! They do what they do and do it right. If you're searching for a traditional Bar/Tavern style Pizza. Look no further. Its good reputation is well earned. Thin Crispy Crust, Sweet Sauce and gooey cheese. Can be a little greasy but actually in a GOOD way! Flavor bomb! Pepperoni, Sausage and Onions is the way to go! Fried Calamari appetizer is just the right size and if you order the Antipasto Salad; it can be shared by 4 people. It's BIG! Seating can be a little trying on busier nights (weekends/Summer) etc but moves well enough, and worth waiting.

On a recommendation from @OneBitePizza Dave Portnoy, we were in the area and wanted to try the…read more'famous squares'! The pepperoni and upside down squares were awesome and delicious. The service by staff very professional and outside seating was very comfortable and relaxing. A real pizzeria in Brooklyn Style.

Gave it another try since this pizza spot is SO close by - and it was much better this time - both…read morethe pizza and service. We ordered four pies to pickup for a party: - Upside Down square (red pie they're known for) - Johnny Pepe square (menu says this has red sauce but their Instagram doesn't mention it - it's a delicious Foccicia white pizza) - Susan Grippo (round, sliced tomatoes and garlic) - Pepperoni The round pies have sesame seed crust which was delicious. The square pie crust was muccch better this time too; a good crunch but not so stiff. At pickup, pizza was ready on time and the staff was friendly and kindly provided plates and red peppers flakes that we asked for.

This place is an old school type of restaurant. With that being said the pizza and antipasto are…read morethe best. When you arrive there is usually a wait but they get through the people quickly. I love the thin crust pizza. I recommend trying the pizza and the antipasto if you are in the area.

I know this place is epic for pizza , but geez! I had the worst…read more Chicken cutlet sandwich ever!! I think of this place for quality food?? No way. Done

Nestled in the heart of the main street of Ocean Grove just a two minute walk from the beach…read moreboardwalk... this spot is a real gem!! Delicious options with many whole food based dishes and a commitment to "No Junk" ingredients... this place is a whole vibe! Every dish was beautifully presented and sizable portions. The hostesses were friendly and attentive. Loved our dining experience here!

Got the meatballs this time and they were excellent! The marinara sauce is great. Perfect addition…read moreto a pizza And I love the Caesar salad!! Dressing is so good and flavorful you don't need extra dressing.

Service from Toni was 5 star (and Nonna warmly greeted and sat us). Lovely restaurant but a few of…read morethe dishes were not great. The salad and Pasta alla Norma were the best of what we tried. Creme brulee was good also - desserts are all $10. Wish the lasagna were better - too acidic. Tasted sour. Could not eat it.

When visiting the area, it was suggested to try this Italian restaurant, which was authentic…read more The host was friendly and led us to a table in the dining room which was nicely decorated and clean. Quickly met by the server with fresh warm bread, and ordered wine from the decent wine list. The menu had all the classic Italian dishes, of which we tried numerous different ones. The flavors were good, portions were just right, and overall a good experience.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was bad enough that I feel obligated to warn…read moreothers. Yesterday I purchased eight brownies for over $30 from this bakery for a birthday celebration at work. At that price point, I expected something fresh, rich, and worthy of being brought to a group. What I got instead were stale, dry brownies that tasted like they had been sitting out for days. It was honestly embarrassing to serve them. They were noticeably old and completely underwhelming, especially for a bakery that positions itself as a premium spot. If you're charging luxury prices, the product needs to match. Freshness should be the absolute bare minimum, and unfortunately, that wasn't even close here. I won't be returning, and I definitely wouldn't recommend this place for anything you're bringing to an event.

Bottom line: Del Ponte's Bakery in Bradley Beach has many display cases of delicious sweet treats…read moreand Italian bakery delights. The various types of biscotti we purchased as well as the crumble cheesecake were highlights from our selections. Definitely worth a stop in to see what interests your sweet tooth. The Deets: After dinner in Asbury Park this recent visit, it was decided a visit was needed down to Del Ponte's Bakery along Main St in Bradley Beach. This bakery's huge selection of Italian pastries and sweet treats was almost overwhelming! Multiple display cases of deliciousness awaited us inside the shop, we really took our time to look over all of it before decisions were made. We had basically thought going in that we would nab some fresh biscotti (which of course, we did, in different varieties, all delicious) but also ended up with some other goodies such as crumble cheesecake (so good!), cookies, etc. We feasted well each morning, believe you me. It was on the Friday evening of Labor Day holiday weekend and I think the young staffers there had a long day. We were served well, but from the "Can I help who is next, already?!" for example that was shouted out across the shop full of customers sort of came across as "let's get this done now" but hey, never know what they already had been through that day, right? They gathered up all our choices from case to case when it was our turn and we were pretty pleased with the boxes full of baked goodness as all of it didn't last long. Del Ponte's Bakery is a good stop to make if wanting some sweet treats to take home and enjoy, we are glad we did so.

I've been meaning to leave a review for this place for a long time. My wife and I eat here two or…read morethree times a month--sometimes more--and always love it. It's truly one of the "last of the Mohicans"--a classic, old-school Italian joint that you just don't see much anymore. I'm not knocking the new, modern restaurants and their creative concepts, but if you're looking for a really good, affordable Italian dinner in a great atmosphere, this is your spot. The moment you walk in, it feels timeless, which only adds to the charm. They have great live music most nights, the owners and staff are incredibly friendly, and the wine bottles are very reasonably priced. It's tucked into a unique, up-and-coming neighborhood that's a mix of industrial and residential (with some really nice new condos being built). If you want a great night out with good music, good people, and delicious food without breaking the bank, you need to check this place out.

Food is good, but if you get the female bartender, you'll be waiting there for hours to get your…read morecheck and it'll come with a side of major attitude

Great spot to grab a drink in Bradley Beach. We popped in for happy hour and the had a great deal -…read morea drink and a snack for $10! Highly recommend the Tater Tachos. Delicious! Staff were super friendly! Bar space is somewhat cramped, but that's to be expected at a place called The Elbow Room :D

A very good reliable neighborhood feel tavern. First time here. We came for Sunday night live…read moremusic with Bobby Bandeira. A holiday party night. He was playing great tunes, people were dancing. We opted to sit at the bar area. Bartender was friendly and ready to serve. Really nice house wine offerings. We each eventually ordered soup when we were ready as well as some grub. Perfect tavern menu. We dug it.

It's been a while, but always nice to come back to a local tavern in the area. It seems a lot of…read moretheir TVs are pointed to soccer matches, just an opinion. Food was excellent, and the service was even better. What I don't like is minimal : there's a partition between the sit-down tables and the bar seats. Must be the way the building was built. There's an upstairs private room for parties with an airy view.

4.5 stars. Enjoyed dinner here last Sunday evening with friends and their kiddos. It was early…read moreenough to be family friendly (despite being a bar), and they have a limited kids menu (no pastas though). Several local beer options. I had Juan's Chicken Sandwich which was blackened chicken on garlic bread with cheddar Jack cheese and hot & sweet cherry pepper relish -- delicious and a solid portion. Wish it came with more of the relish.