Atlantic Bagel

Went for breakfast on a very busy Sunday. Lots of small families, people on vacation. Yummy food…read more The servers are friendly and attentive! You won't be disappointed! Get there early as the line is long otherwise!

Cute little spot here. We were attracted to it with some good music coming off its porch thay had…read morebenches and umbrellas. Besides selection of coffees, they had a really refreshing pink lemonade, tasty! I would come back if visiting Keansburg, and Highlands again

Freezer and pastry shelf.

Fried Two Eggs, any Style

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Zoe's Emilio's Kitchen

4.6(96 reviews)

0.2 mi

By far the best dining experience I have had whether it's breakfast, lunch, or dinner Emilio's…read morenever disappoints. The Atlantic Highlands location is the perfect setting. From sitting outside on their patio with some friends to a nice intimate dinner inside the ambiance is perfect for any dining experience. When it comes to the food, you honestly can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Everything tastes fresh and you can tell every dish is prepared with love and attention. The Emilio burger is my favorite burger to get anywhere. Also if you are there for dinner I highly recommend the lamb chops. Absolutely delicious. Besides the amazing food all the staff are friendly and attentive. You will not be disappointed. Almost forgot, don't miss out on their amazing desserts. Love this place!!!

Update: came here for dinner since the last time I just did a pick up order! 100% worth coming and…read moredining in-person! The staff was very friendly and sweet and offered up suggestions on what they think we'd like the best. We started off with their mocktails (I got the mango) and then shared chips and guac. We got a few things to share, including the tempura cauliflower and the eggplant appetizer. Everything had such a unique flavor profile and was different than anything we had tried before! There was so much on the menu we wanted to try, so we will have to come back for more

Guacamole & Egg Toast on memela!

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Pipian steak sandwich

Almost Home General

4.2(183 reviews)

7.1 mi

This review is specifically for the Westwood location, and it's a 10/10, no notes…read more The breakfast biscuit sandwich is insane. My husband and I genuinely could not get over how good the biscuit was.....perfectly flaky, buttery. They also have an option covered in an espresso glaze, and it's just ridiculously good. I'm still thinking about it. Coffee was really solid (always matters), and the space itself is super cute and cozy. They also made Mickey Mouse pancakes for my daughter, and she was absolutely obsessed -- such a sweet touch and totally made her day. Westwood is a must. We'll absolutely be back.

Loved this adorable little spot. Wish i got a coffee. The OG chicken sandwich was pretty good. The…read morechicken had a few ick bites but I was a bit bummed out the bottom bun was totally soggy (we ate it there) My bfs chorizo egg burrito was a special I think and it came with those sauce that was actually addicting. so delish i still think about it. I picked up a blonde shallot chicken salad which was good too! They didn't have a price tag on the juices which were veryyyy pricey and I think it's someone else like selling their juices from their store and we got 2. $28.50 for 2 juices felt kinda like steep just put a sign plsss

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The Atlantic Diner

4.6(18 reviews)

0.0 mi

This is one of those local real authentic type New Jersey diners basically on the main street of a…read morelittle town The kind of place that has counter with barstools right when you walk in where most of the guys know the servers and vice versa One of our new Golden spots when we're in the area!!

I went on a crazy hike and was starving. This breakfast wrap hit the spot! Husband got a pastrami…read moresandwich and cheese fries and loved it! The server was sweet. Loved the quaint and simple ambiance

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Grilled cheese with avocado and tomato!

Jus Organic

4.6(64 reviews)

0.2 mi

We absolutely love it here! Can't wait to go back! The food is amazing and the staff/owners are…read moreso friendly! We loved sitting outside on the patio today!

Such I nice break for the usual fair on the island! Nice and helpful staff! Great place!!…read moreDefinitely a place to check out!!!!

Window seats and multiple tables

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Monkey bread (warmed up)

Almost Home

4.3(15 reviews)

6.9 mi

Their coffees have been really good each time I have gone! The staff and restaurant is really nice…read moretoo.

Great coffee. Loved the Shashuka. Throw in some fries and you got a lunch…read more Plenty of seating and the location is relatively large with good parking. Seems to fit about 30.

Campfire hot cocoa

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Cereal lattes

Willow & Whisk

4.4(706 reviews)

41.9 mi

Willow & Whisk has quickly become one of our favorite brunch spots. The decor is bright, airy, and…read moreinviting, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy a great meal. The service is consistently excellent--the staff is always friendly, attentive, and makes you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. We never skip the mini brioche French toast to share. It's the perfect sweet start (or finish!) to the meal and an absolute must-order. We've tried several dishes, including the shakshuka, ranchero scramble, Whisk scramble, and the black garlic burger, and every single one has been delicious. Honestly, we haven't had anything here that we didn't love. The quality is consistently great, portions are generous, and everything is packed with flavor. If you're looking for a spot with amazing food, warm service, and a beautiful atmosphere, Willow & Whisk is definitely worth a visit. We'll keep coming back!

- Huge parking lot shared by all the businesses at Boulder Run Shopping Center; the restaurant…read moreitself isn't very large, but it feels open and spacious with high ceilings and well-spaced tables, making for a comfortable dining experience; outdoor seating is also available - Friendly and attentive service throughout, from the hostess to our waitress to the employee who opened the door for us--smiles all around - A mixed experience with the food: the mini brioche French toast was warm, lightly crisp, and delicious with whipped cream cheese, fresh strawberries, and sliced bananas; both the lemon ricotta and the raspberry coulis pancakes came with flavorful fruity sauces and plenty of fresh berries, but both were too moist inside and had a soggy bite: the So-Cal breakfast bowl was hearty, filling, and tasty, though the overall dish leaned dry, especially the breakfast potatoes and chicken apple sausage add-on; the oat and honey latte was perfect with just a touch of sweetness; the matcha lemonade was strong and lemony, but not quite to my taste - Would return to try some of the other brunch items, but I'll skip the pancakes next time

Mini French toast was delicious

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Cappuccino

Missy's Main Street Cafe

4.8(735 reviews)

41.4 mi

Tiny place. Excellent food and service. Super fun horror movie decor. My wife and I go every few…read moreweeks... it is that good.

Missy has a wide variety of meals and they are pretty comforting. I enjoyed the tots and pancakes…read more The portions are really filling. The server was attentive and accommodating. This place is unique and has goth decor.

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Tatum's Table

4.3(101 reviews)

7.2 mi

Tatum's Table is such a cute spot! I've been here a few times now, and they always knock it out of…read morethe park. Great service and amazing food/drinks. Truly a perfect place for brunch!

This was my first time visiting Tatum's Table. There was ample parking and my friend and I arrived…read moreon a Saturday afternoon to restaurant that was lively and full of energy. Upon entering, we were warmly greeted by the staff and seated soon after. The menu had a wide variety of items from paninis, salads, and omelettes, to things like burgers and New York strip steaks. The drink selection is also nice with lattes, coffee, matcha, chai, all at a reasonable price. Overall, anyone eating here would be able to find something they like. For drinks we got the coconut cake matcha, and carrot cake matcha. The coconut cake matcha had a very nice coconut flavor with cream that was not too sweet and it tasted exactly like a coconut cake. It's good if you like coconut. The carrot cake matcha tasted like a spiced carrot cake and was the flavors were very balanced. Both were very enjoyable! What we ended up ordering was the Croffle Flight (Crème Brûlée, Tiramisu, Cannoli, Fresh Berries & Cream), chicken and waffles, the Tatum's Table Burger, and the Green Goddess Salad with steak. This was my first time having a croffle which is a mix between a waffle and a croissant. Each one was very delicious and presented beautifully. My favorite thing about them was the texture and consistency since they were pillowy soft on the inside but still had a little bounce/crunch to it. On top of that, the chicken and waffles far exceeded my expectations when i bit into it and it had huge flavor! The Sweet Bourbon-Brown Sugar Maple Syrup and Honey Butter used complemented it so well. The burger was also very good and you can tell very fresh ingredients were used. It was delicious and what I noticed about it was that when eating it, nothing was greasy or oily. It was very clean and the only moisture was from the patty's juiciness and the fresh vegetables used. This is a contrast to other burgers I've had that were oily and I felt great after eating this one. Lastly, we got the green goddess salad with steak. As you can see in the picture, the portion was very generous and the ingredients were all fresh. It was delicious and is great for anyone who likes tangy herb dressings. To conclude, I must say that Tatum's Table is a destination worth visiting. The entire time I was there, I was well taken care of by the friendly staff who made me feel at home. The menu had a lot of effort put into it and the food clearly shows. I will be visiting again soon.

Steak & Eggs Skillet

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Coffee flight

Gem’s House Of Bagels

4.7(9 reviews)

2.7 mi

Had the most invigorating chicken salad bagel sandwich at Gem's. Let me back up - I had done a…read moresodden morning ride for the Twin Lights bike ride that day which mostly entailed riding through constant rain and puddles for 30 miles. Gem's was conveniently situated along the finish route. I came after the morning rush and, dazzled by the array of options, just went with the namesake sandwich on a sesame bagel - chicken salad, provolone, lettuce, and pickled peppers (hold the balsamic vinegar). Took a while to come out, even though it was just me and one other customer at the time. The bagel itself tasted a little on the stale side, with none of the fluffy chewiness that I usually associate with NYC/NJ bagels, but still delicious. Wish I had gotten the lox cream cheese spread so I could fully return to my roots but alas I didn't see it in the display case until after I ordered.

Awesome bagel place in the heart of Highlands. The people here are awesome, super friendly and…read morechatty while you wait. The regulars all know each other and it's a real small town feel.

Salami American cheese on a roll

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Jimmy J.

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10 years ago

I love that girl Jen who works there. She is the best flavor in the place. I will get her on my next bagel.

Arben S.

150

358

77

15 years ago

Good food for a day fishing trip. It is Jersey after all ;)

Clark C.

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5

14 years ago

Great breakfast sandwiches great prices great people

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