Our daughter and future son in law treated us to dinner! We were in the mood for seafood! Our Server David told us about their special that night! King Crab dinner! My daughter really enjoys crab legs! The King Crab legs were gigantic! Appetizer oysters with a champagne drizzle! It was a hit too! Really good seafood! Live music in the bar area! Feel good vibes! Awesome night out with family! read more

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We arrived 9pm. Dining room had just a few people. 9:05 a large group came in and waited 15 minutes to be seated at this point not a single person had come up to us. Yet the large group was almost getting waters. They have silverware in a napkin that was disgusting. It is now almost 30 minutes since we were seated and still nothing. It is getting late so cannot go anywhere else and get food so we are stuck either driving off island to McDonald's or waiting. Will never recommend this place again. Jianna finally arrived 25 minutes in and said the hostess who was pretty rude when we arrived never even told her she had a table waiting. When we arrived the hostess never even greeted us other than after standing front of her while she straightened her area finally said it will be a minute. Not good evening I will be right with you. Frowny face scowl. Clearly is miserable in her job. We own a short term rental with 5 units in Seaside and guests ask for recommendations and I will not be referring people here. The waitress was very sweet once she found out about us. They need to rethink the hostess staff. Had 2 girls standing at the desk most of the time and never once even noticed or chose to notice despite seeing us that we had not been served. Had high hopes and this was our first visit. read more

Bum Rogers Crab House & Tavern - Finally got drinks - Seafood Near Me - Seaside Park, New Jersey

The burger was perfection. The bun was great, the meat was the perfect temp (we like medium rare) and the fries are great as well. I had the oysters and chicken wings, which were also fresh and great. I highly recommend this spot for an after beach dinner/lunch meal. It's really great. Andrew was our server and bartender and he was amazing. They have music in the evening and it's very clean. We will always go here after the beach from now on. read more

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So was pressured by friends to go back here again and all regretted it. Food my wife and I ordered was bland. One of our friends disliked hers so much she didn't eat hers and shared ours. I have heard from others that people raved about this place years ago but there were new owners a few years ago and has not been the same. After 2 bad experiences we will not be going back again. read more

Fantastic seafood that's always delicious and fresh. I love the lobster fra diavolo, fried calamari, and the garlic crabs are always amazing. I've been here several times and it never disappoints. read more

Market price crab. Extremely difficult to get at the meat, but seasoned well. Oysters were fresh and delicious. Service was alright, but the vibes were great! Nothing like a bar right in the Jersey Shore! read more

Bum Rogers Crab House & Tavern - Crab (market price) - Seafood Near Me - Seaside Park, New Jersey

Sunday lunch! Great spot down the shore. It has both indoor and outdoor seating available. Parking is available on the street. Dog friendly place as long as your pet is well behaved. Wait staff was friendly and checked in often. Casual bar-restaurantt. It has both an indoor and outdoor bar. Our food came out right away. For appetizers we ordered the calamari with sweet Thai chilli glaze. The calamari was fresh and tasted great with the sauce. For Lunch we ordered the Connecticut style lobster roll and fries and the cod fish tacos with tortilla chips. Bread was delicious. Lobster was fresh and buttery. Lobster to bread ratio was perfect. The fish tacos were crispy and had great flavor. Two tacos plus chips were plenty. For drinks we had a millionaire's long Island iced tea and a cosmo. Great spot for a summer meal. read more

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Made a reservation days ahead of our dining night right there exactly on time but had to wait behind somebody else at the hostess desk that took five minutes when we got there we were informed that our tables and we were a large party we taken because we were late when we explained that we were not late and we were wait in line for five minutes. We were told that our reservation had been switched from 7 o'clock to 645 by someone nobody knew who some Phantom Customer called and changed our reservation the food mediocre and not cheap very expensive but also very mediocre. I was disappointed. They finally shoved two tables together two round tables squeezed us all in with one person, not having a seat and standing nearby to eat very strange all around experience very unhappy with every part of it. read more

Such a happening place. Our foursome slid into this busy joint hungry and left full. Tammy the Tornado had the wedge salad which was gigantic and tasty. I had the filet cooked to perfection. Tommy the tit man the ribeye. And kooky Carmen inhaled a seafood medley with a funny name that escapes me right now. The point is we were a table of four very happy (almost too happy) morons with full bellies that will be back...a lot. read more

Jenn is an amazing bartender! So talented and kind. Highly recommend. Great local chill spot.

Had a great dinner last night( oysters , steamers , fish tacos and lobster roll) , food was excellent. Lobster roll was filled with chunks of lobster, one of the best I have ever had. Kudos to our waitress Jianna who was excellent, top notch with service and a smile! read more

The best crab cakes and lobster bisque! Great service. Haven't been there in a while and still never disappoints !

Never had a bad thing here. The service is great. Drinks were cold and the food we got at happy hour was all good. Didn't even realize it was discounted u til we got the bill. read more

I wanted to like this place. Loved the outdoor patio. Service was good. The menu looked great but the prices were a little steep. What we paid for 3 drinks and 3 apps woulda been a whole meal for 3 at other restaurants of the same quality. I'd do the steak crostini again for a place that tells you to try their "sister steak house." I expected a little better quality of meat though. I'd definitely go again. But don't let "bum" in the name fool you this is a pricey higher end joint disguised as a shore dive. read more

Bum Rogers Crab House & Tavern - Steak Crostini - Seafood Near Me - Seaside Park, New Jersey

Bad and rude staff, especially bouncers. We saw multiple people disrespected by staff for NO REASON.

Bum Rogers is a great, no frills experience by the beach providing exactly what you expect upon entering. This isn't a high class seafood restaurant -- walking in you're greeted with dim lighting, a beer list on the wall, paper towels & buckets on each table, so you know you're about to be eating some messy food. They also make it pretty well known what they specialize in, so if you come here ordering anything but crabs you're setting yourself up for failure. My group got the crab dip & lobster bisque to start, along with crabs, shrimp & seafood pasta to be shared amongst the table. The lobster bisque was probably my least favorite item we got, and that's mainly because I wasn't expecting it to taste like straight sherry from the first sip. As I continued eating it got better, and was pleasantly surprised to find almost a whole claw of lobster meat in my soup. The crab dip was something I hadn't tried before, and was again pleasantly surprised with the amount of real crab meat I found within it. Garlic crab was as you would expect - rich, buttery, salty, all good things that a flavorful seafood pot is. I loved that the sauce piled up on the bottom of the bucket (yes, you're served in a bucket) for your potato and corn to soak up. If you're not into the idea of eating only crab for dinner, I highly recommend the New Orleans pasta --- choice of linguine or penne topped with scallops, shrimp, vegetables & a whole crab! All the seafood was perfectly cooked - no overcooked rubbery food here. Wait staff was attentive as well, checking in on us frequently and always asking if everything was cooked to our liking. Be warned - you're going to leave here feeling disgusting with the amount of butter you've consumed. But it's okay, because I wouldn't have it any other way when eating my weight in crab meat. read more

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Patio garden is lovely, servers were pleasant. We brought friends who used to vacation regularly in SSPark here for dinner early evening yesterday, a Sunday. Unfortunately, it was not the experience we hoped for. The meals were subpar, flounder francese and fried grouper came out first for the table, but were not hot and the francese over pasta had little to no sauce. The grouper came with a dollop of herb butter, but the fish was too cold for the butter to even melt. After quite a bit of a wait, my steamed clams and my partners mahi tacos, came out. I ordered the clams for a dinner because I am celiac, and outside of the seafood entrees which were a bit pricey, it was one of my few safe choices. I asked the waitress how many clams came to a portion, and would it be possible to get a 1 1/2 or dinner size portion at a higher price. She let me know that there were 12 to 15 clams per portion and they do not accept alterations. I figured 12 to 15 clams was good, so went ahead with the dish. Not so! I got 10 clams, 9 tiny littlenecks and one larger littleneck. Steamed clams are a fave of mine, but I have never had a portion this small... anywhere! Waitress asked how it was, and I was honest with her, at least on the clams. Guess it didn't matter, she was too busy training a new waitress. A disappointing night. Bum Rogers will always get the tourist trade, but I felt it was a bit of a bum night out at a local restaurant. read more

After being a fair amount of times I can confidently say this place is a hard 3 stars. Service is hit or miss, but the food does come out quickly which is nice. If you're going, you must get the crabs, otherwise there is not much of a point as all of the other food generally is pretty mid. I've had many of the crab seasonings but the best is the garlic. The calamari was repulsive, super tough and the breading was not good. Also, the clam appetizer was so bad - the smallest clams where it was so difficult to eat because it would shred trying to remove it from the shell. The atmosphere is decent depending on your live. Slightly dingy inside and typically have live music going which could be annoying if your vibe is to eat dinner, get drunk and talk with friends at the table because it can be loud. If you are sitting in the bar area with the intent to drink and have some fun then it's worth going at least once. read more

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This time we sat at the bar around 1:30 pm on a Sunday. It was mostly couple enjoying a drink and lunch at the bar. All the TVs were showing Super Bowl preshows which we were happy about. We got our beverages from a very friendly bartender and ordered our lunch. I substituted onion rings instead of fries w my lobster roll, my husband got a fried flounder sandwich on an Italian roll. My lunch was exactly what I was in the mood for cooked perfectly. George loved his, too. The atmosphere was chill and low key. Service was quick and our food served hot. Very happy we decided to go there. We will be back for sure. read more

Bum Rogers Crab House & Tavern - Lobster roll w onion rings - $26.99 - Seafood Near Me - Seaside Park, New Jersey

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Great location coming out of Island Beach State Park and the vibe in the back was upbeat and fun. Excellent oysters and good selection on the menu. Good wait staff as well. The fish of the Day was Swordfish. The dish looked great, but I can't rave about the taste as it was lacking (even w the fine pineapple topping and using lemon on it, still kinda "tasteless"). Two others got the Mahi Mahi and actually said the same thing! That said, there are many other things on the menu (and the rice and green been sides were great, so we didn't leave hungry). The young staff were fun and they gave a nice dessert to my Mom for her birthday. Overall a fun time, but I'll go with something else on our next visit! read more

Bum Rogers Crab House & Tavern - Fun Bday desert! - Seafood Near Me - Seaside Park, New Jersey

We love Bum Roger's. Their menu is great and the service is wonderful. We went there on Saturday for their happy hour when appetizers are half off. Best deal anywhere. Flora and Leigh were at the outside bar and worked very hard and were great fun to talk to. Love the food and the atmosphere. read more

We came to Bum's on Father's Day with a party of 20 not only to celebrate Father'a Day, but also in remembrance of a recent loved one's passing. The staff was incredibly accommodating and ensured our table was ready promptly. Our server David was patient with our large group and was so helpful, always making sure we had what we needed. When it came time to order, we found out that they were out of garlic crabs...the one item nearly 10 people had come for. That was our Gram's go-to order and we had specifically picked Bum's in her honor. After speaking with the manager, Barbie, we were able to make some substitutions and she ensured everyone was happy with their meal. Our meals were delicious and everyone enjoyed every last bite. I cannot speak highly enough about the professionalism of Barbie and David and the compassion and understanding they had for us considering the reason for our visit. We will continue to dine here for years to come!! read more

if I could've given six stars I would have. This was our first time coming to Bum Rogers and on a Monday night. There was a band called "The Collective" and they are here every Monday night. They were fantastic. The food? Even better!! We had Lobster Fra Diavolo, Crab Stuffed Shrimp, and Twin Lobster Tails with Crabmeat! Oh my Lord! To top it all off, we had one of the most phenomenal servers we have ever had. His name is David. He was spot on and so helpful and soooo genuine! Literally one of the best servers I've ever had and we eat out a lot!! Definitely will be back!! Thank you to everyone for paying attention to detail!! read more

Bum Rogers Crab House & Tavern - Lobster Fra Diavolo, Crab Stuffed Shrimp, Twin Lobster Tails w/ Crab Meat - Seafood Near Me - Seaside Park, New Jersey

Had a very nice time here. The restaurant itself is quite large. And the outside seating is very nice. The staff was very friendly and attentive. Especially when they spill the butter on my wife's dress lol not a big deal. The food was very good, except for the clams casino. They tasted great, but they came out cold. Calamari was delicious a boiled seafood platter was very tasty. I will definitely go back. I just won't be ordering clams casino lol. read more

Bum Rogers Crab House & Tavern - Dinner date - Seafood Near Me - Seaside Park, New Jersey

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I went to Bum Roger's for dinner with some friends during a busy Friday night. For a party of seven, we waited only about 30-40 minutes for a table in the dining area. Everything was set up nicely so that even with a live band in the next room, I was able to hear everyone at my table. I ordered the calamari and the crab sauce over pasta. Both items were amazing and I think I used half a roll of paper towels opening the crab! read more

Bum Rogers Crab House & Tavern - Mama's Crab Sauce - Seafood Near Me - Seaside Park, New Jersey

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Went here today for lunch and did a takeout order. I got the lobster roll which was pretty good too. Lots of lobster and the fries were good too. Definitely gotta try more of the seafood next time read more

Bum Rogers Crab House & Tavern - Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Seaside Park, New Jersey

First time I ordered the garlic snow crab legs, I was blown away. Best sauce I have had. Now I can't order crab legs if they don't have garlic sauce. Addictive for sure. read more

Madyson did a great job as our waitress. The food was regular bar food. However they need to invest in blue light or fans to keep the flys away from the food. You're one block away from the bay, nothing but flies on our table. It was super annoying waving my hands the whole time I was eating read more

This isn't my first time coming here, but it definitely will be my last. The only reason I have given it multiple chances is because it is right up the street from Island Beach State Park so it's convenient since it's on the way out... party of 3 arrived here July 16 at around 4:25. The restaurant was practically empty, considering it was a Wednesday afternoon. There was probably around four other people there eating late lunch and like four people at the bar/ bar area. Ro start off the experience the hostess had her head down the whole time looked up and acknowledged that we were there and didn't greet us and then proceeded to answer a phone call and held up her finger as in gesturing one minute I'll be with you as if we weren't there before the phone started ringing.. another waitress noticed this and walked over and sat us herself. Ordered two drinks from the bar, a margarita and a piña colada. The margarita is advertised as being made with fresh lime juice, but yet they brought out something made with sour mix. A huge soda glass full of sour mix with a drop of alcohol. The piña colada was tasteless and had no trace of alcohol in it and was just full of ice chunks as if the bartender got impatient with the blender and just decided to serve it that way. We sent the margarita back and the bartender comes to the table asking what was wrong " I made a margarita. That's what you asked for. That's what I made." In a condescending tone. Didn't put any liquor 43 in it or the appropriate amount of tequila. Now onto the appetizers, we ordered Clams Casino and the hot crab dip. The clams were the size of a quarter and were cold despite being broiled?? the crab dip on the other hand was literally just melted cheese and artichokes. There was no trace of any lump crab meat. for entrées, we got soup and a salad. The lobster bisque soup had rubbery pieces of lobster in it and the potato soup had the potential to be good yet. It had no salt in it and was lacking flavor. The only bright side is they were hot. The Greek salad was basically a plate of feta with a side of lettuce. The chicken on it was good, but that's all I can say you don't put roasted red peppers in a Greek salad. It was more of an antipasto salad. The waitress dropped off the check and it took about 15 minutes for her to come back and take the card so we could actually pay and leave. while the waitress was nice, her service skills were severely lacking. She did not come back to the table and asked if we needed anything. Overall, I would not be giving this restaurant another chance even if it is convenient it's extremely disappointing and expensive. read more

Use more than a drop of alcohol in your cocktails. Be attentive and check in on how everything is going. Lower the music enough so that I can hear conversations with people sitting next to me. Make fresh food rather than just reheating. Portions should be enough so I'm not still hungry when I'm leaving. read more

Food was great - that hasn't changed. However sitting by people who thought we were to close to them to than complain to their server about us being too close is obnoxious. Normally we sit in a booth or bar, I don't recommend the tables. Loud very loud. Not the same place it was years ago. read more

Steve is daddy. the girls that get it get it. middle bar is where it's at if you want your own space. Really great staff and service. open late for all you bennies. read more

I visited Bum Roger's in Point Pleasant expecting to enjoy a seafood meal by the water. Upon arrival, I was wearing a bathing suit -- completely normal attire for a beach town restaurant right off the shore. The hostess seated me without a single comment, which led me to believe my outfit was entirely appropriate for the setting, especially given the casual, vacation atmosphere. However, once I was already seated on a fully crowded patio, a staff member took it upon themselves to approach my table in front of a full crowd to inform me that my attire was "inappropriate" and that I would be allowed to stay this time but would need to cover up next visit. This was not only unnecessary but completely humiliating. If this was such a serious issue, it should have been addressed professionally and privately at the entrance -- not after I was already seated and surrounded by other patrons. The fact that management chose to wait and publicly single me out shows a complete lack of discretion, professionalism, and frankly, basic courtesy. It turned what should have been an enjoyable meal into a deeply embarrassing experience. There are plenty of restaurants in this area that understand how to treat paying customers with respect -- I will gladly take my business to any one of them. Bum Roger's has permanently lost me as a customer. read more

Went here since it was close to the park and had 3 stars. Let me help bring the average down. The food was really average. I can just say it was cooked. The fried calamari was nice. They have a $6 surcharge for sharing an entree. They add a charge for a credit card. Their clams could fit in my nose. I gave the extra second star for because of live music and the servers were really nice. Bill was $130+ for 4. (No alcohol) read more

Once again food was great and it definitely satisfied my craving for some crabs and fried shrimp. Service was good waitress was very patience with me as I asked many questions since I haven't been there in a while. Oh and drinks were so good and on point. My son had Mango Melon and I went with Melon Migos. We chose to sit outside as there was a wait because it was off and off rain that day. So happy for the umbrellas because we were able to get through our meal without getting drenched. It's summer so I enjoy the outside as much as I can and I love the bar outside in the back as well. Hopefully I can get back before the weather changes. read more

Went for lunch today. Food good as usual. However, ordered a sangria and a "top shelf margarita on the rocks". When the check came, we were charged a $2.00 surcharge for the "rocks". What? Are you kidding me? For ice?? Not the waitress fault, she just "keys in the order". No charge for the ice in the sangria or the water! What is this world coming to? Now we have to bring our own ice?? Or maybe take it from the free water? I call bull_ _ it!!!!! Shame on you! read more

My favorite place for Live music and amazing Clam Boil the food and service are amazing read more

I've got to update my review because Bum has definitely updated their food, service and cleanliness game. Our family gave Bum another chance and we're not disappointed. Service was excellent, polite and timely. Food was even better. We sampled the Raw Oyster appetizer, Crabcake appetizer, Seafood Combo, Shrimp Platter, Clam-strip Platter and Steak sandwich and all were excellent. Drinks were fun and delicious. read more

Best seafood on the Island. The atmosphere is great with there being an indoor and outdoor bar. Ton of options besides seafood but I highly recommend their famous garlic crabs. Try it out next time you're at the Jersey Shore. read more

Bum Rogers Crab House & Tavern - Nantucket - Seafood Near Me - Seaside Park, New Jersey

When there and we had to wait 10 minutes just to be seen. After that it was an additional 20 minutes just to get our drinks. We orders appetizers with our food and the entrees and apps came out together an hour later. Not to mention that they forgot one of our meals entirely when the food came out and never brought it to us even after we mentioned it on three occasions. I also asked for extra mozzarella with my order just for my order to come with no mozzarella whatsoever. Server only checked in with us 3 times as well. read more