Stopped here after a bike ride on the Capital to Coast bike trail. What a pleasant surprise! Didn't…read moreknow this place existed until today. Everything was perfect. Food was delicious, very fresh; service was excellent (Annie was our waitress and was excellent). Atmosphere was open, airy and beautiful. We will definitely be back! Highly recommend!

We stopped by for lunch and sat upstairs on the rooftop deck, which is first come, first served…read more The restaurant is beautiful with plenty of seating and a great atmosphere. Although it wasn't very busy, service upstairs was fairly slow, and several nearby tables also seemed to be waiting a while for food or checks. For drinks, we ordered the Boardwalk Lemonade, which was sweet and refreshing, and their version of an Aperol Spritz, which had a beautiful presentation. My dad's Baked Brie Burger was delicious--the fig jam paired perfectly with it, and the waffle fries were fried to perfection. I ordered the Mr. Beautiful Burger, which tasted great at first. Unfortunately, I felt VERY sick almost immediately after eating. I can't say for certain what caused it, but since my dad didn't try my burger and felt fine after his meal, I suspect mine may not have been cooked properly. Despite that, I enjoyed the atmosphere, drinks, and overall experience. I'd definitely give this place another chance, though I'll skip the Mr. Beautiful Burger next time.

Food is always good, service is the best and John makes you feel like family. We are there almost…read moreevery week

First time at Town Grill and it was good, the food was good and the service was great, we weren't a…read morefans of the home fries not because it was bad, we just prefer thin slice potato home fries also the French toast was pretty bland and to thick, other than that everything else was good, our server Megan was very attentive and super nice, though the food was good we will be back mainly because of the service.

The blue peach went out of their way to host our daughter's baptism brunch...stayed open late for…read moreus and were more than accommodating... the drinks were great as they have a liquor license.. and the food was highly praised by everyone. French toast was the talk of the table ... and the crispy chicken sandwich was delish. Great positive people and a cozy spot. Highly recommend

The young lady who waited on us was very pleasant and professional as well as accommodating when we…read moreasked for substitutions . She let us have a long chat not rushing us but always there if we needed her . The breakfast Omelets were delicious and the pancakes with real maple syrup excellent! It was a very nice meal and beautiful place bright and sunny made for a cheerful experience.

First time customer and was impressed with the wide selection on the menu. Everything from bagels…read moreto hot and cold subs. Place is clean and has friendly staff. My sandwich was freshly made and was delicious. Will be returning

I hate to give a bad review, especially to places that cater to celiac's but I have to give this…read moreplace a one star. I walked in very excited. I asked him if they had gluten-free bagels. The girl says yes I said OK. I would like one toasted gluten-free bagel with cream cheese and three to go. One plane and two everything to go. She says let me see if I'm allowed to sell them to you, I thought that was strange. She said we need them for other customers. I was thinking gosh I thought I was a customer lol she comes back and says if you put something on the bagel, then we are able to sell you more, but if you want them just to take home, we can only sell you one of each kind so I said OK. I will take a gluten-free toasted everything bagel and two bagels to go one plain one gluten-free per your rules. Well, I get to my car and I'm all excited to eat it and the bagel is not even remotely toasted. In fact it is not toasted at all and this is the reason why I wanted to bring it home and put the cream cheese on myself, but clearly these people do not understand what the customer is asking for. I wouldn't have my panties in a bunch, but $5.25 per bagel seven dollars for the one that was supposed to be toasted. Seems pretty excessive for you guys to get it wrong. I'm sorry you need to do better. I'm totally disappointed.

Very nice place with Squan vibes, service was super fast and nice…read more Food was very well prepared and they have good options, will definitely come back

Service is always wonderful! Everyone that works there is friendly and efficient. Love Chef Lou's…read morehomemade bagels! One of our favorite breakfast spots.

We went to Spring Lake beach this weekend and we were looking for a good restaurant. We found Blend…read moreby Chef Lou. It's a nice, quiet venue and the staff were very attentive and friendly. We started with the bread, a focaccia, which was served with an olive oil that had a large roasted garlic in it. It was a delicious starter, and complimented our Caesar salad. The Caesar salad was 'different' - aren't they all? I've been experiencing very different types - the one tonight had a subtle dressing - with a subdued sweetness. The grated Parmesan and Breadcrumbs smothered the salad - when you see the picture, you'll understand. It was a good salad, however I would have preferred less grating and more dressing. Next up, the Waygu Meatballs, in a delicious San Marzano tomato sauce. The meatballs were excellent. I was mystified by the accompanying 'jar' of 'basil' ricotta. See attached picture-it's a large amount of ricotta - I tasted it - it was very creamy but the basil was faintly noticeable. I added a little to a meatball and it didn't enhance the 'bite' at all. I was embarrassed leaving this large jar of cheese. We shared the two entrees - the first, Sea Bass on a bed of mashed potatoes was cooked perfectly and had the most delicate taste. It was 'too delicate', if there is such a thing as- for they say, ' good fish, doesn't taste like fish '. However, the fish needed seasoning or sauce - one or the other, or both. The next entree was the mushroom house made ravioli - a tender pasta with a mushroom filling covered in a creamy, earthy mushroom sauce. We also ordered a side of sautéed wild mushrooms and added those to the ravioli - it was a wonderful dish.

We had a delicious dinner at Blend last night. Everything was fresh and plentiful. The grilled…read moreclams were tender and accompanied by a delicious lemony sauce that was perfect for dipping the focaccia bread into. We also got the ricotta and tomato sauce to have with the bread and it was perfect. The fried rice ball were yummy with a nice crisp. The ribeye steak was very good - not steak house good, but tasty. Disco fries were enough to feed an army and the gravy was absolutely delicious. The sautéed spinach - fresh and seasoned perfectly. The stuffed branzino (a Special) was fresh and citrusy. I never get stuffed fish because it's always full of breading and crab which I don't prefer. This was stuffed with summer squash and fennel julienned into a spaghetti as well as orange slices. The flavor was so fresh and enjoyable. The potatoes that came on the side and the lemon caper sauce rounded it out nicely. We packed half our food to go to save room for dessert. Espresso perfectly poured, gelato sundae, mini jelly donuts (to die for!) Chef Lou stopped by to ask how we were enjoying our dinner (very much!) and our waitress Anna was so fun to chat with and provided great service.

Everything was wonderful about this experience. We were greeted and seated quickly. Everyone's food…read morecame out exactly as ordered. Each meal was better than the next. Highly recommend! Will be back for sure!

I've had this place written down as being known for the coffee after something I saw on social…read moremedia. We were hungry so decided to go for breakfast and coffee unfortunately the coffee was a big miss for us. Watered down, not much flavor and they were out of oat milk which we usually prefer. Luckily they took care of that for us which we appreciated. Now the food. Highly recommend! I got an egg white omelette. They were out of the home fries so substituted a hash brown. One in our party is gluten free so that was a bummer to know the home fries are gluten free and she could have had them if they were in stock. She got a burrito on a gluten free wrap which she loved. We also got breakfasts sandwiches, the bacon was awesome and perfectly well done and the patty melt with a fried egg added on which our friends devoured. They also got it Billy's way with syrup and sriracha which they loved. Definitely would come back. Our server was really sweet too.

As luck would have it, I scored a reservation at Buoys on a busy Saturday night in Manasquan…read more Thanks to an Instagram post, I became intrigued and started stalking the reservations. Persistence paid off. Right off the bat, I loved the atmosphere. We sat outside at picnic tables, and the whole place had a seashore surfer chic vibe. Basically, it felt like a cool little beach hut. They don't take themselves too seriously, but the food was absolutely delicious and refreshing. One thing that makes Buoys unique is that there is one seating each evening with a fixed menu. Everyone is there for the same experience, enjoying the exact same meal together. I really loved that. We were given buckets of ice for our wine, and we were off to the races. The meal was a good mixture of shared dishes and individual entrées, which really fit the atmosphere. They don't alter the food for anyone's preferences. We had a food allergy in our group, so I reached out ahead of time. They were accommodating for the most part and very nice about it. I give Buoys five stars because, while it doesn't take itself too seriously, it takes the food pretty seriously. The whole place is just cool. I've never had a tasting menu that included chicken wings. Tuna "Chorizo," barro, pineapple, herb salad Imagine a tuna tartare with a chorizo vibe. It was stunning and delicious. Everyone at the table loved it. I know pineapple isn't everyone's favorite, but it was the perfect way to balance the smoky chorizo flavors. It was innovative and really memorable. Chicken Wings Jimmy Nardello peppers, savory ranch, 'nduja Getting a plate of chicken wings on a tasting menu was such a surprise. They were covered in this incredible pepper sauce, and oh my God, they were so good. They were perfect for the whole beach, post-surfing, laid-back vibe. That's all I can say. If you're lucky enough to get an extra chicken wing, you're scoring. Orecchiette Fra Diavolo, squid, scungilli, garlic crumb Served family style, this was probably my least favorite dish of the night, but it was still good. The garlic crumb on top made the dish. I found myself trying to get bites with the crumb because it added so much flavor. . Bucette ( Bavette ) Polenta - Miso onions I googled it- Bavette (pronounced bah-VET) is a flavorful cut of beef from the lower sirloin/flank area. It's sometimes called flap steak) Polenta, miso onions, chimichurri By the time the beef came along, I was pretty full. The bavette, similar to hanger steak, was cooked perfectly, charred on the outside and red on the inside. I loved it. I ended up taking it home and enjoyed it the next day. The chimichurri sauce was delicious. Salmon Lentil gremolata, parsnip purée Sadly, no one at our table ordered the salmon, so I can't report on it. Cronut Banana pudding, peanut butter, chocolate mousse Who doesn't love a cronut? Well, this one put all the others to shame. Banana pudding, peanut butter, chocolate mousse. Yum, yum, yum. Again, I've never had a tasting menu that fit its atmosphere so well. Everyone was having a terrific time. Because there is only one seating and one menu, everyone in the restaurant was enjoying the exact same meal together. It created a really fun energy in the room. I peeked into the kitchen, and it couldn't have been much bigger than a food truck. They were working like a well-oiled machine, sending out the same beautifully prepared courses to the entire restaurant. It was pretty impressive to watch. I can't wait to go back. I think I'd better start stalking reservations now for late August or September.

The food was spectacular. Family style with options for everyone. BYOB and our waiter was sweet…read more This place is pricey, but the food is worth it!

I eat here regularly, and the experience is consistently outstanding. The food is always fresh,…read moreflavorful, and expertly prepared. It's clear that quality and consistency are priorities, and they deliver every time. The service is equally impressive--friendly, attentive, and welcoming without ever feeling rushed. You can tell the staff genuinely cares and takes pride in providing a great experience. What truly sets this restaurant apart, though, are the owners. They are wonderful people who are actively involved and have created a warm, inviting atmosphere that keeps me coming back. If you're looking for a restaurant that combines excellent food, outstanding service, and genuinely great people, this is a place I highly recommend. Five stars all around.

Fast forward again and things have indeed changed here over the past several years. Starting with…read moretheir service which is now both friendly and efficient. The ambience is still that of a dinner but clean and well taken care of for sure. It is cozy but not over the top charming as it should be for a dinner. Now the most important part the food which is consistently delicious. They have items like real maple syrup and fresh squeezed orange juice. Their menu is extensive and provides choices for everyone. The only nit here is the pricing which is still very high. Not hard to spend $50 here with tip for breakfast for two people. If they were 10-15% cheaper I would be rating them (5) stars. But, be that as it may, we will breakfast here from time to time.

Not only is it great to support a local business, it's family owned! Michael & his team there whip…read moreup AMAZING food!!! I'm still thinking about those home fries!!! I went for breakfast and had to try their porkroll, egg & cheese which was perfectly crispy with a side of the heavenly home fries! I also tried the French toast which was sooo good, I don't know if I can get French toast anywhere else now loved the vibes, the view, the food, I'll definitely be back!

Very casual eatery. We got egg sandwiches and coffee that was very good. Dining is outside. Staff…read morewere all friendly. Disturbed that there was no restroom. At least the view is nice as it's near the Inlet.