Another wonderful dinner at VPT. We were seated promptly and enjoyed gracious service throughout…read morethe dinner. Food was delicious! Appetizers Eggplant meatballs- a favorite Tuna tower Entrees Swordfish Short rib Dessert Banana bread pudding Always a good stop in Rumson.

Absolutely incredible spot, I highly recommend dining here! We tried to come here a few months ago…read morewithout a reservation and unfortunately the wait was too long (but that's always a good sign when it's busy). We were able to snag a same day reservation and came for dinner. We started with the eggplant meatballs, which were phenomenal. Perfectly crunchy and the sauce and parm cheese just added to the dish. Then we got the steak and lobster pasta, which was delicious! Great interior and friendly staff

There truly aren't words to describe how incredible this meal was. From start to finish, everything…read morewas above and beyond - no notes! If you know anything about Anjelica's it's how difficult it is to get a reservation. My friend and I showed up on a whim at 4pm on a Tuesday to ask if they had a spare table for dinner. Much to my surprise, they were able to seat us for a quick dinner and were very accommodating. The quick dinner turned into 2.5 hours and we were extremely grateful they let us stay so long. Everyone working there was super attentive. You could tell they really cared about providing great service and a great experience. We ordered what felt like the entire menu - 3 apps and 3 entrees to split because why not? Everything sounded so good we couldn't resist. We started with the octopus, spiedini special, and zucchini flowers. The octopus was so tender it melted in your mouth. Some of the best I've eaten. Same goes for the zucchini flowers. Light and delicate but still packed with flavor. We split the spicy vodka, salmon special, and pasta al forno as our entrees. The spicy vodka macaroni was insane. I could have eaten 10 bowls it was that good. I'm not exaggerating when I say it was totally worth the hype. Angelica's far exceeded my expectations and I can't wait to return!

I can't recommend this place enough. I came here for birthday dinner and the service and…read morehospitality was immaculate. They definitely make sure that all their guests have a great time. They're a BYOB place and have a couple of mocktails on their menu. They do also have specials and off the menu items that the server tells you before you order. The are also very allergy accommodating as well. I get the spicy vodka with grilled chicken which was amazing and lives up to the hype. My friend got the cacio e Pepe which was delicious as well. They also have a gorgeous outside seating area adjacent to the building. Highly recommend getting a reservation by emailing them

I saw some mixed reviews for Teak before we went, and after reading through quite a few of them, my…read morebest guess was that most of the complaints were tied to a nightclub-type vibe on a possible rooftop bar rather than the restaurant itself. We showed up hoping to snag bar seats, but it was busy and honestly a little warm for my liking. I know, I know, after the winter we've had, I have absolutely no right to complain. Either way, we ended up in an outside room with all the windows open to the patio and it was genuinely perfect. Our server Julie was fantastic. Attentive in all the right ways, including the kind of attentive where she noticed us glancing around and came over to check on us. We weren't actually looking for anything; we were just scoping out the space. Still, I appreciated the hustle. My partner ordered a gin martini, extra dirty; I went with a prosecco. Both came out cold and fast. We ordered edamame, lotus buns, the pear and crispy goat cheese salad, and the aburi roll. The edamame were solid. Nice pop of lime, though I could have used a heavier hand with the salt. The lotus buns were a revelation. Two pillowy bao buns, each stuffed with a generous slab of slow roasted pork belly glazed in hoisin, with a pickled cucumber tucked in alongside it. I'd never had anything quite like them, and the balance was what got me: the brine and snap of the pickle cutting right through the sweetness of that glaze. Really well thought out. The aburi roll was tasty; nothing jumped out as the star moment, but everything played nicely together and it went down easy. And then there was the salad. Oh, the salad. I could eat that salad every single day of the week. Crispy fried goat cheese medallions on a salad is basically a guaranteed order for me, so that's what reeled me in initially. But once I actually started eating it, I forgot all about the goat cheese. Mixed greens, thin pear slices, halved grapes, spiced pecan halves, all dressed in a honey mustard vinaigrette that was genuinely outstanding. I've already started thinking about how to recreate it at home, which is the highest compliment I can give a salad. Teak delivered across the board. Don't let the rooftop reviews scare you off from the restaurant itself.

I came here for happy hour at the bar. Prices were very reasonable. I would definitely return.read more

Our server, Ellie, was just absolutely phenomenal so friendly and welcoming. She was the best! Food…read morewas tasty as well!

This was a great dining experience.from the service staff Erica to the kitchen farm to table…read moreperfectly prepared dishes dining areas both outdoor and indoor.and so much more. Thank you for helping celebrate my wife's birthday

Great service and friendly staff . Food always tasty and Delicious…read more Great view at the window tables Terry

Hadn't been back in years but saw we had gift cards that had to be used before they performed…read moreclose. Didn't think they would be that busy on a Wednesday night so even though they no longer take reservations online we went. Surprised it was packed, an hour wait. Luckily we got a bar area table and didn't have to wait. We were happily surprised that everything was fine. Our server was terrific, and my Prime Rib special was the rare I ordered. Soup and salad we ordered were very good. Wine by the glass was half off. Desserts were fine too, only wished I knew to order the soufflé before my dinner, it does take more than a half hour. Now I'm sad that they are closing New Years for good.

everything is fabulous! my friend and I go after shows at count Basie. we sit at the bar and have…read morea great meal. good for a martini and salad too!!! upscale casual and classy!

We have many good restaurants in the area. We have a couple of great restaurants. This is one of…read morethem. River Pointe delivers interesting, fresh and delicious options over and over again. We have had intimate dinners, group luncheons and wine tastings here. Each time the team steps up and makes it a real event. We go a lot. And I'm happy about it.

I know I've already left a review for Ember & Eagle, but I had to come back and say--every visit…read moresomehow tops the last. This place consistently knocks it out of the park with service, food, and atmosphere. Ryan behind the bar is a standout. He treats us like regulars from day one--always greeting us with a smile and delivering truly top-tier service. He's a big part of what makes the whole experience feel so warm and welcoming. And the food? Never the same experience twice in the best way possible. The menu and specials are always evolving, always leveling up, and it keeps things exciting every time we come back. Not once have we been disappointed. Everyone can have an off night--but this place seems to have cracked the code on consistency and excellence. Honestly, you could throw a dart at the menu and still walk away impressed. Already looking forward to the next visit!

Food and atmosphere was good (though indoors I won't say it was anything extraordinary). If you're…read morea foodie, there is better, but for NJ cuisine, it's standard for "high end" What was disappointing to me was: the fact that I was there enjoying a nice steak dinner with colleagues, and I was saving half of my steak for my husband to take home. It had a side of roasted elephant garlic, which my husband absolutely loves, so I couldn't NOT save it for him.But the thing is, they took it away without asking me if I wanted to pack it or not. And I brought this up, not once, not twice but -- 3 times-- with the wait staff. When I asked one of the waiters what the manager said, He replied " I'm not going to lie, I don't remember" Before I left, I asked my server if I could speak to the manager-- The manager finally met with me. He said that he was "trying to find you to give you my card" because "he did hear about the incident and he feels really bad." Mind you, even after I spoke to the first person about this incident, we were there for close to another 30 minutes (at least). Sitting at our table, having dessert and drinks . No one came back to address the situation, no one offered to make another plate of food for my husband to make up for the food they accidentally threw away. He offered his card, but I declined because I will not be going back. Honestly, poor service and optics for a high-end restaurant, at best. If you're used to high-end haute cuisine and have an eclectic palette, I'd skip this restaurant. If you want "the usual" nice-enough restaurant with good with a decent-enough ambience-- this is a good-enough place. For me, a place like that-- with "standard fare" cuisine, should have above average service. That's where they fell short.

Oceanhouse has some of the best food in Monmouth county!! I love going there for lunch during the…read moreweek. The service is always amazing. I recently had a friend's birthday party there and the room upstairs was perfect.

SEA BRIGHT: Ocean House is a casual spot in town with great food and drinks! There are a few dog…read morefriendly outdoor tables in front of the building with beachy artwork and the area is perfect for people watching. We were lucky to have Brie as our server (yes, a lovely young lady with the beautiful name Brie), who was very attentive to us as the lunch rush poured in. We enjoyed a very large Bavarian pretzel and a couple of cocktails and they have a full American-style menu that has something for everyone. Check social media for their live music schedule.

Fresh, delicious food and a cozy atmosphere. Even the crab‑stuffed fish, which naturally had a few…read moresmall bones, was flavorful and enjoyable. Even for a busy night, service was still great. Great experience overall.

I heard amazing things about this spot for months and I was finally able to try it and was so happy…read moreI did. Located right by the water and it shows - the seafood here is so fresh and absolutely delicious. A very relaxed and casual atmosphere with a valet for parking. The server was very knowledgeable on the menu and all of the specials. Highly recommend the crudo appetizer and scallops + seared tuna entrees. I will be back!

Very fun bar vibe! Excellent service. We really enjoyed the happy hour menu and music on Tuesday…read morenight. The food was a ten. Well thought out menu. We loved the little gem salad, the lobster dumplings (wow!) and the sliders! The sound with a musician was great - still able to talk!! Fun cocktails! Especially the coconut margarita. The staff was great. Will be back !!!

We didn't end up eating there. Our reservation for the…read moredining room was NOT honored. We were offered a high top table in the very loud bar area. Upon ordering our drinks a smoke alarm wine off in the entire restaurant which we were told could not be shut off until the Rumson fire department arrived. We left and were not acknowledged with as much as an apology. We will NOT be going g back here.