This place was absolutely incredible. The service was amazing our server Matt was attentive and we never had to ask him multiple times for anything. The drinks were delicious. We had raspberry, peach, blueberry and lemon martinis..... the peach was the best. The oysters were fresh and delicious and dinner was absolutely amazing. There were about 8 of us and between us all we had the sirloin, surf and turf, ahí tuna, the cowboy steak and sea bass. I would definitely go back. We sat outside on a chilly night and the shade were put down for us and the heater was turned on with a beautiful view of the beach. Definitely recommend. read more

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Unfortunately this review is not based on the food we did not have a chance to even order we made our reservations 6 weeks in advance upon arrival we were seated, approximately 10 minutes later the hostess comes to our table and says you have to move you can't sit here a VIP is coming in ( it was a regular)and this is they're table we were somewhat stunned but stood up from the table we were left standing there with no place to sit not once did a staff member or manager come over to us and apologize or offer us another table so we grabbed two seats at the bar I'm pretty sure our meal would have been at least $300/$400 I wouldn't want to eat a meal like that seated shoulder to shoulder at a bar so we left the food isn't the only important part of eating out the experience is equally important my husband and I were treated like idiots left standing there holding our menus on our 10th anniversary Chef Mikes is not the only game in town Charlie's of BayHead Daniels in Point Pleasant La Mondina in Brielle Catherine's farm to table in Point are far better choices so based on service it was horrible proper management would have been able to diffuse that situation like maybe offer us another table not leave us standing there Sorry Chef Mike your restaurant experience can't hold a candle to the fore mentioned establishments read more

Amazing all around. Can't beat the location and ambiance. Food is outstanding. Staff is polite, efficient, friendly and on their game. Cocktails are great. Prices are spot on for the quality of food and service you receive. Hands down one of my favorite places to enjoy a meal. I never go there without enjoying every course. Apps are delicious, fresh and presented beautifully. Dinners are full of flavor! Desserts are to die for. Fantastic espresso as well. Best local spot for fine dining! read more

Best scallops I've had in a long time they were amazing, my better half of the short ribs they were so tender I give them five stars

Great food, great staff, seating a bit tight. But had a great time, n I've recommended them to everyone.

Always a fabulous dinner! Especially love the ice cold rosè and seafood....all of it!

So far 30 minute wait despite having a reservation. Waiting area when you enter looks like a Russian prison. Will report back after meal.

A group of 4 of us went to ABG on Saturday night. I was expecting a wait but I was pleasantly surprised that we were seated within 5 minutes of arriving but it was all downhill from there. The waitress was very disinterested in serving our table. The waitress brought our drinks and said she'd be right back to take our order. We had to flag her down 30 minutes later just to put in our order for apps and entrees. I ordered their version of surf and turf. The filet mignon was a bit chewy and the lobster tail was smaller than I expected for the price they charge. The food was a bit under seasoned as well. I feel like I could've gotten that quality almost anywhere. It also took forever to get a refill on my drink as well. My two star rating is really comprised of value and service. The service was slow and unfriendly. The waitress dropped the ball on simple things like being friendly, checking on empty drinks and not forgetting items that were ordered. My friend ordered a side of mushrooms with her dinner and the answer was "they'll be right out". They came out 10 minutes later when she was almost done with her meal. Clearly they were forgotten and no apology was offered. The food was just above average. It wasn't a bad meal but I wasn't impressed at all. The value simply wasn't there. I hate giving bad reviews to local places but there are much better options on the island. The view is nice but I can't imagine what parking there will be like during the busy summer season. read more

I had a reservation with my family for this evening at 7:30pm. Two guests in our party got sick so it was just four of us. After sitting in the car for almost 3 hours they would not seat us because two people on our party got sick. We were told that although we had a reservation we had to wait two and a half hours!!! They told us that this is their policy even though we were not made aware of that when making the reservation. I am absolutely beside myself that they turned away our party because two people couldn't make it. I will NEVER EVER go to this restaurant EVER again and furthermore there is NO RESTAURANT that is worth waiting two and a half hours. The cherry on top is that there were very RUDE about it and that is just pour business as far as I'm concerned!!!! read more

Five stars for professional service, beachy ambiance (magnificent view of the beach in front of you) and the food was dynamite. I can see how established they are. It transported me to a Manhattan restaurant with the fluidity of veteran restauranteurs. (For the record i have no idea who owns the place and haven't looked that deeply into it) They know how to run a place. The food was perfect. Pricey, but worthy! I got a huge lobster tail (almost a pound in its own) that was so filling even while I shared it. Sharing is half the calories. I didn't order a drink. But they do have their own liquor license and I saw quite the variety of wines and spirits that would accompany such fine dining. Parking was easy enough. It had a weird windy entrance that we needed directions on how to get in. But we wanted to snap pics right away. The vestibule was a heat wave where the welcoming staff endured stroke like temps upon walking through a door where a gust of cool air drew us into a bustling dining room. We felt like we needed to save those poor girls from that sweaty room. Seemed so non-fengshui (Fengshui a natural flow of positive energy and the continued flow). As a whole it was delicious and a surprise that it was so good. We tend to find most people in the surrounding areas expecting so much quantity at the sacrifice of quality. We're happy to pay for quality with fair quantity, as we received. It had all the makings of a successful dining experience (except for wanting to adopt or rescue the hostesses from the "hotroom"). Convenience, great ambiance, busy but not overly loud, great picture view of the beach that we pictured being just as beautiful in the winter with a dusting of snow. It was my birthday dinner and it was perfect! Enjoy! read more

What a great place. Went last night with my family for a birthday celebration. Food was amazing, everything from grilled octopus to lobster...all delicious! Marissa took good care of us and i would highly recommend. read more

The wait was long but DAMN was it worth it!! As its right on the beach in very touristy Seaside, you will wait during the summer. We waited one and half hours for a perfect meal. Other than the layout that doesnt flow to well with the bar that gets way over crowded with folks waiting to eat their delicious meal i have nothing bad to say. Our server Jennifer was very polite and was tentative to us and did a fantastic job. All courses were brought out at the right times. Hot sampler was the start. Perfect! Best crab cakes I've ever had. The Calamari with Tai sauce was excellent. Chicken & Lemon grass dumplings were refreshing and delicious. I still think about them. I had Australian Rack of Lamb, perfection. My wife had the Ahi Tuna, she loved it. We finished off with Vanilla Creme Brûlée. From beginning to end we loved everything. I can't wait to go back when the Benny's are gone and enjoy with my kids. read more

This is my favorite restaurant down the shore. I stay in Lavallette all summer and EVERY Sunday we come here... same time and we wait 20 minutes and get seated every time with no problems. Their specials are exactly how they should be ... fresh and quality. I remember having their lobster chimichanga and having a spiritual awakening ... no BS this place is real deal. I suggest their ABG sampler (calamari,chicken dumplings ,ahi tuna roll and all the dips to go with!). Light and crispy and a perfect appetizer. Their oysters are so fresh and you have your choice and the menu even tells you what they taste like (I get 2 of each). Their lobster of the day is always a MONSTER and cooked to perfection !! The scallops over risotto are drizzled with "bacon butter" and it is everything you think it would be!! Salty smoky and delicious. I am a huge sea bass fan so I get that sometimes too and it is topped with leeks fried tempura style over the dish which adds a perfect touch! I highly recommend this place to anyone! THIS IS THE JERSEY SHORE... THERE ARE NO RESERVATIONS, I UNDERSTAND A LOT OF PEOPLE DO NOT LIKE TO BE TOLD NO OR TREATED LIKE EVERYONE ELSE BUT DO NOT EXPECT THIS PLACE TO CHANGE THEIR RULES FOR YOU... THEIR FOOD SPEAKS FOR ITSELF AND DOESN'T DESERVE NEGATIVE REVIEWS BECAUSE YOU HAD TO WAIT LIKE EVERYONE ELSE. can't wait to dine here in a couple weeks !! read more

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I've been wanting to come to Chef Mikes for a while . Finally made it last night for my Bday - Friday the 13th and the amazing full Harvest moon. Chefs sampler appetizer- delicious. Actually steak and stuffed lobster excellent. Drinks won't break the bank either . Plan on making this establishment a regular. Food, cocktails & view... can't ask for much better. 5 Plus Stars read more

I'm shocked the reviews are so bad. I took my boyfriend here for his birthday this year in the middle of August. Reception was very nice and It was not super busy, though we did go towards the end of the night. It was louder than I was anticipating but once I settled in I hadn't noticed and really it was just people enjoying their nights. The pianist was playing phantom of the opera music which is a huge plus for me (lol). Our waitress, I wish I could remember her name, was so sweet. One of the reviews stated they had an attitude about doing anything special for the birthday, and while yes, it was just a candle, she was super sweet about it and was very excited it was his birthday. Now for the most important part, THE FOOD! He started off with soup and steamed clams. Both which were delicious and I kept dipping my bread in his soup. I couldn't get enough. I also ordered the sangria, which I HIGHLY recommend. For our entrees, I got the glazed salmon. This dish rocked my world. The glaze on the salmon was so good. He got the pasta with crab which he very much enjoyed. We did get the molten lava cake for dessert, which regrettably was not the most amazing lava cake I've had. The consistency was not to our liking and the lava part inside had been cooked too much so it was just kind of a chocolate cake. But it did taste nice. The last point I'd like to make was that when the check came I was SHOCKED, the place was not over priced at all like some of the reviews suggested. You get what you pay for. It was very delicious so I did not mind the bill one bit. read more

Great place. Extended outdoor seating in sand is unacceptable. My knees were at my chest because my plastic chair sunk so much in the sand. Table was at an angle which didn't stay fixed. Food is great. Stop with the revenue grab in sand for dinner. Lunch and drinks are fine; not when spending $250 on dinner for two read more

The staff discriminates on who to give seats or not. My wife was wearing a $500 dress and had her bathing suit under it. It looked like a summer dress. We were told to leave yet another regular was wearing the same type of dress and bathing suit, but was a white older woman got a table right away. Definitely adding this to the list of discriminating business. FYI They are located on the beach lol. What a strange business. read more

Been going here for a good 15+ years. Back then, the food was impeccable. Then in recent years (the past 5 or 6), it had gone downhill. We heard it was because they lost their chef Mike - thought that explained it & hadn't been back 'till this evening. We heard Mike was in Pt. Pleasant, but never got over to try there. We were so happy to hear he was back at ABG, but we didn't want to fight the summer crowds & 2 hour wait (although it had always been worth the wait in the past!) - so our Wedding Anniversary & this was THE night to go back! UGH!!!! So I'm giving it 1 star because I can't give 0. We were SO disappointed. However, the waiter was good, so he gets the star - he ALONE gets the star! 1) First on the table - plain rolls I can get at any diner. What happened to the roasted whole garlic in olive oil & artisan bread sticks & flat bread? Nope, 3 plain rolls for 2 people in a plastic bowl - not even wrapped in a bread cloth. Disappointed at this point, but still hopeful... 2) Mike's World Famous Thai Calamari - horrible! It was tough, it was dry - it tasted like it came from a bag frozen pre made. It use to be lightly breaded, crispy & tender! It reminded me of the cheap Chinese noodles you get with take out - so not going to order this next time (yeah, we were still thinking that there would be a next time). ADDENDUM: Just browsing through photos - the photo of the calamari is what it use to be - I am now CERTAIN they served us premade frozen & stale calamari for $13 - rip off! Thanks for the crap food! Disgraceful!!! 3) We each got a cup of the crab bisque - it was really good! Should have just ordered a bowl & called it a night! 4) Salad that came with meal - meh... Not quite sure what those white strips were. I initially thought onions, but it was tough, like cabbage, but sweet. It was just ... Meh. 5)my husband got the Blackened Mahi & Shrimp - it was ok. The coconut rice was very sweet, I've had it better elsewhere, but it wasn't bad. The plantains were dry & flavorless - "Here! Have a bite of this wood!" - yeah, I lived in the Florida Keys for years & worked/managed a true gourmet restaurant there... I'm big on Caribbean & especially Cuban food, I know plantains are dry & flavorless, that's why you cut them thin, cook them crispy & salt them like chips OR you cook them forever until they are tender & sauté them in a little butter & brown sugar & they are like Heaven! But NOT tonight!!! The whole presentation was lacking also, it looked like it had sat a while under the lights & it all sunk down on itself. And I think I know why... Because 6) I ordered the tuna (rare) over veggie lo mein, and I think (ok -I know) they had to have run out of the lo mein. My noodles weren't cooked. No, they weren't al dente, they weren't cooked. Like - I couldn't twirl it around my fork yet - uncooked! And the veggie part - no veggies! Ok, there were 2 skinny carrot shreds about an inch long & some green stuff thrown on top, but no veggies! The tuna was cooked fine, but it would have been nice to be served what I had ordered. I told the waiter & he asked if he could take it back & heat it up more...unless he was going to reboil water to let it finish cooking, hotter (like microwaved) was not gonna do it. So I'm certain that the tuna & my husbands complete dinner was sinking into itself while waiting for them to cook the pasta (and they should have waited AT LEAST another 2-3 minutes!). It just SUCKED! 7) Do you want dessert? Ahhh, no! We're out! And we won't be back! For the price of those dinners, both ours were $28 & those were the least expensive choices (chicken I think was $26- nothing less than that), not that we were picking cheap - I love tuna & the hubs likes any fish with pineapple salsa - the salsa was good btw), but I expect better than that for the price! It was awful & I'm really pissed we wasted our Anniversary dinner there! Here's a tip: Great seafood - consistently & never been disappointed - Harpoon Willy's in Brick! We were going to go there & changed our mind at the last minute! Boo! read more

Went to the Atlantic Bar & Grill on Saturday for our anniversary. We ended up going down the shore for an extended weekend and we had a blast. They do not take reservations so it was first come/ first served. We got there around 6:45pm and were told that it was a 45 minute wait so we went and tried to hang out in the bar area. The place was packed for off-season dining at the shore. We found our spot and claimed it real fast. We ended up talking with another couple and they were fun. I found out that people come from everywhere to dine at this restaurant. After a cocktail or two and 45 minutes later, we finally got our table and were seated for dinner. It was just about 45 minutes so cudo's to the hostess for getting it right. We were hungry so we ordered quite a bit of food. We split the apps which were chilled clams and oysters, calamari with a sweet thai chili sauce and the crab bisque. The clams and oysters hit the spot. The crab bisque was very good and very rich. The calamari was also very good. After receiving the apps, we really didn't need our main meals. The calamari portion was huge. One compliment was to our waiter when he asked me did I want a cup or bowl of the bisque. At first I said cup and then I tried to change it to a bowl. He looked at me and said it's very rich and a cup will do you fine. Nice move and I really appreciated it since he was entirely right. Our main dishes were the chilean sea bass and the rack of lamb. I had the rack of lamb (I love to order things I don't get at home) and it was delicious. It came with fresh vegetables and buttermilk mashed potato's. The sauce that came with the lamb was real good. I would highly recommend this dish. My better half had the sea bass and it was a very large piece of fish on top of white polenta. We ended taking most of that home with us. We didn't order dessert since we had just about as much food as we could in one sitting. The ambiance is nice inside the restaurant but it is also a little loud. As I recall, people sit outside and at the bar in the summer but as the season gets a little cooler, everyone waits inside therby waiting for their table. I enjoyed the restaurant and will definitly be back in the future. read more

Ahh, the Atlantic Bar and Grill, aptly named as it sits 100 yards from the Atlantic Ocean which, on some occasions, you might actually be able to see if you acquire a seat along the eastern edge of the place or happen to be there when it is deserted, i.e. upon opening. Crowded is an understatement: if they could seat you in the broom closet and not get a fine from the local fire chief, they would. And you'd probably sit in there, too, since this is the closest to fine dining within five miles. Actual martinis. Actual ambiance. Actual tablecloths and dinner napkins. Actual prices that make you wonder "Why would I pay that for this?" Perhaps I'm being too harsh. Being packed into a great place for terrific food isn't always so bad, as I've dined with my Wife in many NYC bistros and tiny settings that were well-worth the unavoidable eavesdropping and exercises in sotto voce conversations. However, they are missing the "terrific food" part of the equation, and while it's good, it's not good enough to tolerate Mr. Suave's aftershave/cologne experiment or to endure the ignorant observations of visiting yentas. You take this all with a grain of salt and perhaps a dash of Tabasco. It'll work in a pinch. -C read more

Disappointed. And I can't put my finger on exactly why. This is the second time I've talked up this restaurant to guests that we're visiting and the second time I've been disappointed. The food was good. I had the pork chop and admit it was very good. Two others had the scallops which used to be cooked and plated like a magazine cover. Not so much this time. When a scallop dish is just 'okay' coming from this restaurant I find it odd. The salmon, also, was ok. Not sure what's changed but for the price of eating out these days and the expectations of past experiences I will be hard pressed to bring any others back. I'm thinking the dining area could use a little upgrade at this point too. The tables are worn and not very appealing to be dining on. Maybe tablecloths to upgrade the appearance and ambiance would help. The whole place is just 'eh'. However, the bar is great and the wines are so good. I'm very sad to be writing this review. I've loved this place for so long and saddened that I've been so disappointed. Not to mention trying to get a reservation was impossible. I thought it was because they were totally booked. We took a very early reservation at 5:45 because we didn't want to eat at 9:00. When we left 4 tables were open in the upper dining area. More than that in the lower area. So, why exactly couldn't I have a 7:00 reservation? The worn interior and exterior used to be overlooked because the level of gourmet food that was being served was worth it. But now, the shabbiness of the tables and chairs, the slow service, the lack of gourmet food being plated and served, along with inflated prices ( which I don't mind paying if I'm getting a quality dining experience). Just doesn't cut it. Not sure that we'd give it a 3rd chance after being quite embarrassed by bringing guest there expecting top notch service and food, but receiving less than desirable service and food. But I would hope Chef Mike would take a good hard look at the place and bring it back to what it once was. It was nice to have bragging rights for this once a diamond in the rough. Not so impressed any longer. read more

Even though I'm a full-time local at the shore, last night was my first time at ABG. My husband and I went to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Hillary (the hostess) placed us at an intimate table looking out on the beach. AWESOME! Alexandra was our server. She gave JUST the right amount of attention. She knew her menu and was intuitive in not rushing us but allowing us to savor each course from cocktails, appetizers (DO get the sampler to share!), soup (DO get the crab bisque!), to our "Lobster O'Day" entrees (14 oz lobster tail! YUM!). Can't rate the desserts as we were too full to order one and even brought lobster home. Pros: service-5 stars; food-5 stars; ambiance-4 stars (see cons). GO HERE! You will love it!! Cons: a little noisy (Maybe table cloths would help?). My big issue? After clearing each emptied table, the bus boy sprayed it with cleaner which dispersed into the area filling your nostrils with the fumes -- terrible. I want to smell my wine, my soup, my lobster NOT cleaning spray. There is a different and better way to do this: clean cloth dipped in clean water with a capful of bleach? No spray and no smell. A little constructive feedback for you, Chef Mike, because your restaurant is awesome and something small like this is easily corrected. I WILL be back, WITH friends! read more

Here are good things about Mike's ABG: It's fine dining at the Jersey Shore, the room and view are lovely, they cook meat to temperature, they have a lovely bar, some of the menu items - particularly the small plates - are yummy. Here are the things that I won't hold against them: We had a really crappy table. It was small, dark, removed from any kind of window or view, and right next to the bustling kitchen. It was also Easter Sunday and service was slow and sporadic. When servers did show up, they were very pleasant and accommodating, but it seemed that the rhythm of the holiday had them off kilter. The biggest issue was that I didn't like the food so much. There was lots of potential - quality ingredients that read on the menu as if they were combined in interesting ways. I had the sea bass with artichoke hearts and eggplant. I was looking for a good clean piece of fish with fresh veggies. When it arrived, the fish was heavily battered, and topped with all kinds of heavy sauce, veggies, and a mass of fried onions (or scallions - I can't recall) that had me digging around trying to deconstruct the dish. It was all a little too much. My husband had the lamb chops - perfectly done - with mashed potatoes and spinach. Again, it was too sauced, too rich, too much. I think it's possible to have a lovely meal at Mike's ABG. I'd just alter my expectations next time, and drop that desire for a clean, light piece of fish. read more

Atlantic grill used to be amazing but after eating there last weekend it no longer is worth the money. Everyone at the table tried something different and ALL WERE DISAPPOINTED. From the salad to the seafood it was all bland, little flavor and too few options. they now only have about 5seafood entrees, and a ton of mediocre small plates. Your options for sides are boiled down to cheddar mash & French fries, which I had with my over cooked steak, and they were less thrilling than the ones I bake from frozen at home. So sad to see this once great restaurant become an over priced mediocre dining experience, especially when the Nj shore has so many of those already. read more

Wow, where to start. Okay, let's start at the bar. They serve BACON AT THE BAR! Not peanuts or pickled eggs but, BAR BACON! The staff was wonderful, and I truly mean wonderul! What a great experience overall. Food- 6 out of 5 stars. The portions were perfect and cooked just as we requested it. Service- 7 out of 5 stars. Everyone I interacted with there smiled, was courteous, and seemed totally genuine. What a pleasure. Ambience- 5 out of 5 stars. We dined outdoors on a beautiful night. No complaints there. Must have- Crab bisque. I'm a tough critic and it's really hard for me not to find something I didn't like. I guess I'll have to go back again, and again, and again to figure it out. read more

I remember going to the original Atlantic Bar and Grill ten (yes, ten) years ago and thinking it was awful. Chef Mike had amazing press when this place opened two years ago. And it shows by the two - yes, TWO - hour wait for your meal. Last night, this place was swamped, but rightfully so - it's one of the only places in the area where you can dine on haute cuisine. They wouldn't accept a reservation for three people, either, but several people had reservations, so I suggest calling before you go. We did wait for the two hours, thinking it would fly by - it did not. They'll happily serve you drinks at the bar, and you can walk on the beach or sit in one of the waiting areas until they page you. The location is ideal, as it is right on the beach and in front of the ocean. Now, after waiting for two hours, one would hope the meal would be worth it. Glancing at the menu, it's on the small side but not measly. There's (overpriced, but tasty looking) tapas, appetizers, a large selection of fish and a smaller selection of meat and poultry. You'll notice the menu changes more often than not - a clue that they're truly using the freshest and most sustainable ingredients. However, if you're a person who likes to choose from a variety of options, you'll find the menu stifled a bit. They offer only one chicken dish, only one salmon dish, etc. Again, this isn't a bad thing - it means the chefs can focus on making the one represented dish as best as it can be, instead of spreading themselves too thin. This is a sign of a quality restaurant. Last night, the place was so swamped they didn't even have the right cutlery on the table. Everyone - from people sitting down to people walking in - was complaining about the obnoxious wait time. A huge shout-out to Alison, our server, who was extremely pleasant, accommodating, and efficient throughout our entire dinner. Since we were ready to chew our arms off when we sat down, so we immediately ordered an appetizer - the fried calamari - which came out within ten minutes. The calamari, while it could have been hotter, was rather tasty. It was perfectly crispy and tossed in a thai-style chili glaze. They glaze was good, but it didn't taste like it was from scratch. Before I talk about the entrees, keep in mind you'll be spending at least 40-60 dollars per person - that's including dinner, drinks, and appetizers. I'm happy to say that all entrees come with bread and soup or salad. The house salad is mescalin greens dressed in a lemony dressing with shaved aged Parmesan - very tasty! For the entree, I ordered the crabcakes. Two crabcakes dressed in a chili mayo-based sauce come atop a bed of garden rice with broiled asparagus. The portions aren't huge, but they're enough to satisfy you. The crabcakes, in particular, are truly all lump crab meat with very little filler, so I could only finish one. The asparagus were simply but deliciously prepared, while the rice was no big shakes. (I ordered a side of buttermilk mashed potatoes with my meal, with were quite tasty). Did the meal justify the two hour wait time? Our food was very good, but I don't think I'll wait another two hours just to eat here. It's nice for a special occasion, but it's also expensive. There are other (cheaper) eateries around this area that offer great food without the pricey tag. read more

Horrible place will never go again I had a reservation at 7:30 for 7 people and that the last minute my sister was not feeling well and could not make it they told us we had to wait an additional 3 hours for dinner even though they told us a minute before that they had a table ready for us. Their reasoning was that we were no longer considered a reservation being that the original group was minus 2....so Saturday night, 2 hungry kids and no where to eat... pieces of garbage they are read more

I stay at the IBML (hotel on the same property) almost every summer .. and I still just walk right by this place. Granted, this is the only "fine-dinning" joint almost anywhere on the island .. but Seaside vacations are no time for "fine-dinning" anyway. Lots of money for poor quality food. Nothing special being produced from these kitchens. Hit the local hoagie shops or the boardwalk instead and make the most out of your vacation. read more

Ate here with a family of five food was good but rather pricey. They have an outdoor patio as well as indoor seating. The service was attentive as you would expect from a restaurant of this price. What distinguishes this from other shore restaurants is the view and the decor. Nice view of the ocean and nicely decorated. The crab bisque and tomato soup were good. Lamb special was tasty, rib eye steak was a bit dry (too thin) even though it was supposed to be medium rare. Jumbo shrimp were also good. Scallops in pasta left a little to be desired. Twin lobster tails were a good size and were tasty. Fairly extensive wine list. Good if you want a fancy night out, otherwise there is better food a lot cheaper at other nearby restaurants. read more

We went to dinner on Monday 7/20 and had an overall great experience. Starting with the service, I have to say it was top notch. Our server (Kate I believe) was very professional. We never felt rushed and was extremely attentive and sweet. The menu was extensive and creative with a large tapas menu. There was basically something for everyone on the menu. We had our 8 year old daughter with us and although there is no children's menu they had plenty of offerings. I would note this would probably not be a place to bring kids younger then 8. The food was excellent however there are a couple things that could improve. Beginning with the appetizers- the tomato motz eggplant stack. I was unsure about the fried eggplant aspect in this dish but it was some of the best eggplant I have ever had. Flash fried and crisp yum. My husband had the grilled octopus with polenta which was perfectly done and he absolutely loved it. Next the cervicie. Hate to say this but it was horrible. In fact it was more of a seafood salad in a martini glass? No lime or citrus, typically cervicie has a nice bite to it marinated in citrus juices. This was dry and loaded with what tasted like saffron? Totally random. The dinner entrees we very good. My red snapper in parchment paper was fantastic. Was very light and airy, not drowning in heavy sauces or spice. It may have been a little too well done because the bottom of paper and cous cous was a bit burned. However, this didn't stop me from eating the whole thing! My husband had blackened Mahi and shrimp which was excellent as well. I would like to note that they love cous cous here, it's served with many of the entrees. They could get a little more creative with the accompaniments. The desserts - the Morton chocolate cake was standard, nothing memorable. The funnel cake fries were amazing!!!!!! I would note it's a huge portion and a table could share one plate. read more

The BF Chef and I are HUGE fans of Chef Michael d'Ennery since we stumbled upon him at Trinity in Keyport a few years ago. He moved on to ABG in late November and we couldn't wait to get here. The hours are limited in the off season but they will move to 7 days/week as the peak summer season nears. We started with the NOLA style BBQ shrimp and the salt roasted beets. Both were delicious, but the shrimp & grits were like nothing we've ever had before. The pork belly followed and was also delicious. The crispy skin can be difficult to cut and it might stick to your teeth but the flavor is soooo worth it. (Update: the skin is now a chicharrone.) And I love the tiny potato chips and black pepper peanut brittle. I opted for the Peekytoe crab cake appetizer for my entree so I could enjoy a side of truffle cheese grits and the BF Chef had the NY strip. The crab cake was seared to a perfect golden brown crisp on the outside and was full of moist flaky crab. If you're looking for a bready crab cake full of filler, this is NOT it. The truffle cheese grits were creamy and cheesy but not overbearing. The steak was cooked to a perfect medium rare and the BF Chef couldn't stop raving about the potatoes. (I passed on a taste as I think they might have been to spicy for my palate.) While we waited for dessert a small plate of gnudi arrived for us to taste. They were soft little pillows of ricotta goodness with just the right amount of brown butter and salt. I opted for one of the Chef's standards: the malted chocolate panna cotta. I'm a sucker for salty sweet desserts and the chocolate shell with the sea salt delivers. The BF Chef kept it simple with the chocolate ice cream from the Bent Spoon (Princeton, NJ). It was wonderfully creamy and chocolaty without being too sweet. (Side note: we've been to The Bent Spoon and highly recommend it.) We were also treated to a small sample of the apple fritters. Perfectly fried, light, with the right amount of cinnamon & sugar on the outside. Oh, and the white chocolate macadamia surprise that comes with the lemon-lime tart? Very cool & unique but no, I won't spoil it here. Go & find out for yourself. read more

Our favorite place in seaside park never disappoints. The family looks forward to our 'last night at the shore' dinner at this delicious Beachfront location read more

How can you write a bad review about this place?? I've been coming here for a few years and, yeah, it's expensive. It's fine dining! If you can't afford it, don't come. If you're complaining about the motel being the same price and the restaurant, DON'T COME! Get a better hotel maybe! Back to the food and drinks. The drinks are always stiff and I usually just order one and move on to wine. The food is always amazing. I highly recommend the rack of lamb and the peppercorn filet medallions with crab meat. Those are my 2 stand-by's for sure. The service is always great. I've never had an issue. They do have some strict rules about seatings and so forth but come on!! They have everyone serving them excuses all the time. WELCOME TO NJ and THE SENSE OF ENTITLEMENT that goes with it! Sorry that the rest of us have to suffer for the few, but be a little understanding that these businesses make their living off the summer customers only and are not open year round. They need to capitalize on the business they can get so understand that you all have to be there *within 15 minutes of the reservation or you go on the wait list.* PS.. they tell you this when you make a reservation and you can only make a reservation! read more

1. They take credit cards. Cash is for the portable bar they must open during lunch. 2. Yes, reservations for 6 or more only. Have to be there at 5pm, when the doors open, to get seated in less than 30 mins. 3. Chef is creative and for us it was too creative. 4. Waitress was at little overwhelmed, serving 5 tables outside, all seated at the same time. 5. Yes we were right on the beach before sunset. Parking on 35 was required and a little walk up to the ABG. The Cooked seafood sampler appetizer had interesting items that I wanted, but then married with weird dips that aren't traditional. Like a chinese hot sauce on the calamari. None of the sauces worked for me. I got the soft shell crab, that I've had 50 times. This time it was drowning in mustard sauce and the soft shell crab was like eating an entire crab that had been steamed and the guts were falling out. Unlike any soft shell crab I've ever had. I ended up swapping my meal with my wife, who had the Ahi on noodles. That was nicely done and have nothing but praise for it. Lastly we also had the Blue Cheese and Buffalo chicken Pizza. The Blue Cheese was so overwhelming my son had 2 slivers and stopping eating it. Leaving 75% sitting on the plate. The waitress said we should have told her light on the blue cheese, and ended up paying for 2 of 3 meals we didn't like, and one we didn't e read more

Great meal and great service. The seafood tower was fantastic. Loved the salads too. Tuna tar tar so fresh. Nice size portions too. The one disappointment was the 2 times we went they were out of the fish special. We ate a bit on the later side so I understand but would have been nice to have the special available. read more

Chef Mikes Atlantic Bar And Grill, 24 Central Avenue, South Seaside Park. Chef Mikes ABG is fine dining at its best. The menu is very well rounded. Staff is very friendly. Food prices are reasonable to the area. read more

Welcome back Chef Mike!!!! We visited the ABG this past Saturday. This is the first time we've been there since Chef Mike's return. What can you say about Chef Mike that hasn't been said already? Extremely talented & creative. Now that Chef Mike is the Owner the menu has undergone some "recreation" and in my opinion is better than it was. Very good variety with a lot of new signature dishes as well as some of your classic ABG dishes that customers have come to love over the years. I had the "Angry Muscles" (special appetizer) and they were amazing (not too spicy) with the rack of lamb that was cooked to perfection (potatoes were a little bland) for $35.00. My wife enjoyed the crab bisque with the ABG sampler (which for those of you have never been there before is a two person appetizer if you order it on your own). What i did like was the introduction of the Tapas plates and also now the option for soup or salad included with the Signature Dishes. New outdoor dining for light lunch and drinks is a plus. New trendy decor and some very South Beach type ideas makes for a new dining experience. Staff was very attentive, friendly and skilled. I would very much love to rate 5 stars & it if I could rate another half of star I would. But of course I base my review on overall experience and not just food. My only negatives are it is still a very noisy dining experience. This has not changed over the years. And it's still a bit on the pricey side. Three appetizers, one Signature dish & 5 drinks (bretween the two of us) with no desert ran us around $170.00 (WITH tip). You get beat up a bit on drinks and the wine list is not nearly as vast as it was last year. Personally, I don't mind paying for good food so it was worth it to me. But it might scare some people off and would definitely not make it a place most people could frequent on a weekly basis. Overall though I am extremely satisifed and will definitely be back a couple more times this summer. read more

My boyfriend and I went last night for our first time to celebrate our anniversary. We were expecting a classy nice atmosphere based off the prices on the menu online. The atmosphere was a little disappointing, minus the ocean view. The tables were so close together and there was a Corona umbrella outside the window. We started with a bottle of wine and house salad. The house salad was so fresh and delicious. We then ordered our meals. I got the Flat Iron and Shrimp special. It was great, minus some fat on my steak. The flavors were delicious tho and so were the roasted potatoes. My boyfriend got the teriyaki salmon. I've never had salmon and tried his for the first time. It was amazing!!!! The teriyaki was so sweet! I loved it! I loved that the waitress told us our order was made to order and it would be about 40 mins. This was perfect for our anniversary because we weren't rushed at all. I wish they had a few more options to choose from. Maybe another chicken or shrimp dish. Overall, great service! We enjoyed it and will go back! read more

I must say I don't enjoy burnt food for $35-$40 per plate. The worst part is that it was flipped over to hide it. The waitress did her best to correct the problem. They should really consider that fact that people spend their time and hard earned money to have a good dinner. read more

Chef Mike's ABG - Plate #1 - Seafood Near Me - Seaside Park, New Jersey

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Quoted 45 minutes wait, went to the bar, got served after about 15 minutes. After waiting the full 45 minutes we were seated at a high top table 2 ft from the seats we were occupying at the bar. Took about 15 minutes to be greeted by our waitress once we were seated. Appetizer came out within 5 minutes of entree. Food wasn't anything to write home about. Grilled shrimp with rice and hunks of avocado. read more