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    Houlihan's

    3.7 (318 reviews)
    ModerateNew American, Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    HOULIHAN'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Thai wings
    D'London V.

    So decided to actually go and try some of their food to sit this time , let's dive in 1. Sliders ..... good and decent but the cheese basic and lacking some flavor . 3 outta 5 2. Salad was great , chicken had perfect chard texture and taste to it but the side of parm cheese had to be the cheapest brand used . 4 outta 5 3. The Thai wings . Just about perfect , not to crispy more of a grilled and the sauce was amazing. Could've been cooked maybe a minute longer but the flavor was great . I'm more of a flat person am I wish they gave but that's a preference. 4.7 outta 5 4. The drinks . Great just a regular margarita and pomegranate. Not bad at all. Well worth the size 5 . The server Hallie or Haley!! Not sure on the spelling but great . Above and beyond.

    Blue Whale and appletini
    Wendy P.

    Service was very good. Husband loved his prime rib with baked potato and asparagus. The crab melt was ok but wasn't what I expected. Clean and nice restaurant.

    Wonderful Sunday afternoon
    Laura L.

    Not up to par. The potato soup was thick like glue and too salty. The burgers had to be sent back in the kids meals. There was no sweet sauce to go with the sweet potato fries. I have to admit the barbecue ribs and chicken were worth going there for.

    Combo fajitas
    Kim F.

    We were in the area visiting my mom and passed by while running some errands in the area. I was happy to see a Houlihan's as the one by me closed abruptly a few years ago. It was a little early for dinner, but we hadn't eaten lunch. We were seated at a booth close to the door, which was good for my mom, as she was getting tired and it was hard for her to walk. Our waitress was very friendly, but the service all around seemed a little slow. We ordered fajitas to split and my mom got a cheeseburger with sweet potato fries. Our fajitas were very good, but definitely heavier on the chicken than the steak. They could have given a little more guac and a little less of the shredded cheese. But they were tasty. We had some left overs and they heated up well the next day. My mom loved her cheeseburger. It smelled good. It had that charbroiled smell to it. The roll was nice and soft. When they brought out her burger it originally had regular fries and the waitress noticed and was like let me get you the sweet potato. I usually like sweet potato fries, but they seemed way overcooked. The regular fries were much better. I was happy to get my Houlihan's fix...lol. But the place definitely was in need of some updating.

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    1 year ago

    Best service I've ever had , what a pleasure to deal with, are whole meal came at fast and was professional served.

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    2 years ago

    Brooke was absolutely amazing. everything we ordered was amazing and I would definitely refer this restaurant to any of my friends or family

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    stopped here after a day at the boardwalk. the food was great and our waiter Will was very friendly and attentive.

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    2 years ago

    One of my favorite restaurants. The service is incredible! The food is always amazing. The Manager Theresa is absolutely wonderful.

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    Great service.. good food.. needs to work on the cleanliness a bit but I still love the restaurant

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    2 years ago

    Debbie was an amazing server! Food was delicious like always! Recommend the bruschetta. It's a favorite of mine!

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    Mackenzie was an amazing sever she brought everything out on point she always asked if we need anything she was calm and patient with us

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    2 years ago

    Brianna was an exceptional waitress. Pleasure to deal with. Enjoyed our lunch. Very responsible to all our needs. Will come again

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    Kaitlyn is a very very good waitress. The food is always delicious. I would highly recommend going there

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    2.5 mi
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    As of 12/12 the place is beautiful decorated. We came 7pm on a Friday and it was standing room…read moreonly. Not a single employee standing still. Moved like a well oiled machine. Mozzarella sticks, house salad and ny clam chowder as a starter. Perfect Simple's done well. Contents of the soup were a little large , but who i am to look a gift horse in a mouth? I'd call it "Rustic". Duck ragu special phenomenal large portion, creamy sauce , nicely seasoned. You actually tasted each individual seasoning. Chop steak was good. I'd call it user error. I'd order it with a little less gravy next time. Didn't have a burger taste most have. Hard sear , steak Crust with a capital C and double scoop of mashed potatoes. Classy for a dinner with your parent's fancy for a first date. Solid classic spot to keep in the rolodex. Neighborhood spot with its collar popped for a good reason.

    I so love this place! First, there are no better, harder…read moreworking servers, relentlessly cheerful regardless of whatever they are hit with, anywhere! Kind, diligent, and a real smile, not a pained phony one that usually passes at so many other places. They make you feel at home. The food is not pretentious. It's attractive, but is served as being just what it is, no frills or hype needed. I stick to the specials usually and they are always top notch. For instance I am nearly always disappointed with prime rib, but here it is wonderful, and always done exactly as you like. A rare thing. Tonight I had grilled halibut, served with a bit of perfectly cooked broccoli and a baked potato. My God! The oysters on half shell are always fresh and delicious, and at $4 each a real bargain. So hard to stop eating them..... Meal comes with a basket of plain little rolls and a plate of cinnamon rolls as well. I'm not a cocktail connoisseur so I can't really compare too well with others, but I have to say the whisky sour I had really sent me - a wonderful taste. All this in a comfortable, dimly lit, homey place unchanged since 1973, with always smiling, mannered (! yes, really) people filling the tables. No reservations, but if you have to wait, no matter. You can sit in the welcoming and relaxing atmosphere of the bar room.

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    Windward Tavern - The Dubliner (St Pattys Day Special)

    The Dubliner (St Pattys Day Special)

    Windward Tavern - Back of restaurant, patio & parking lot

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    Back of restaurant, patio & parking lot

    Plaza Mexico Restaurant & Bar

    Plaza Mexico Restaurant & Bar

    3.9(46 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    I had a terrible experience at Plaza Mexico in Lakewood. My wife and I came out for a night of…read moredancing and to enjoy ourselves, but our night was ruined before it even started. I showed security my valid Mexican passport and Mexican ID card, but they said the pictures did not look like me and refused to let me in. I even spoke with a police officer, and instead of helping clear things up, I was still told that they did not believe it was me. What I don't understand is that if they truly believed I was doing something illegal, why wasn't I arrested or given any citation? Instead, I was simply turned away and banned.

    My first time visiting. I'm from Texas so Tex-Mex is a whole love language for me and I was really…read morelooking forward to this dinner. I spoke with the server a few minutes, asking how the lunch fajitas compared to the dinner, and if they were served the same way because I did want the skillet; I was assured the lunch would be served traditional so that's what I went with Unfortunately, was charged for the dinner portion, which to be fair is only like a five dollar difference, but when I pointed it out, was told that it was my fault for not mentioning lunch. To be honest, I don't know how I could've been more clear. She watched me tab to the lunch specials and then I did say "lunch special" Unbeknownst to me, I 'was' served the dinner portion, but again my first time I wouldn't know portion size as it differs from every restaurant. All that to say, they were not willing to change and were seemingly unbothered by the entire predicament. Out of the nine of us, 5 were overcharged by about the same amount (all With similar stories) so they offered 2 desserts for the trouble. I didn't want dessert, only to be charged for what I had ordered but in any case, wish them well love to see local business doing great, but it won't be for me

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    Plaza Mexico Restaurant & Bar - Good Guacamole, but $15?

    Good Guacamole, but $15?

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    2.8(143 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    This place started to get packed on a mid-Saturday afternoon but it was still easy to grab table. I…read morethink the poor waitress was getting run ragged though! Thankfully she was on top of her stuff. The first thing I noticed was the large amount of TVs spread across the room. The audio from the Yankees game was being piped in too. Love it. There were a decent amount of beer choices - standard domestics and larger crafts. Nothing exciting but definitely enough choice. For food all I had were boneless wings. Get the Jammin jalapeno. I wish it was not a limited time flavor because it was clearly my favorite. Good amount of heat without sacrificing flavor. Everything below it on their heat scale was just not hot enough for me. I'm going for the Beat the Heat challenge one of these days. You can't stop me!

    I only come here to pick up an order for my wife. I'll never order for myself ever again here. That…read morebeing said, every time that I come here to pick up for my wife, it's the same nonsense. No employee to be found. I literally have to chase one down every single time. I'll pick up an order that was placed well over 30 mins ago and it would still not be ready. It's as if they start preparing it when I get there. This place is terribly managed. Wont be surprised if this place closes down sooner or later. I'm surprised that it is still operating!

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    Buffalo Wild Wings - All the food cold I expend 133 dollars

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    All the food cold I expend 133 dollars

    Manera's Restaurant - Scallop Crudo App Special

    Manera's Restaurant

    4.4(179 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    I had been to the Manahawkin location in the past for a birthday celebration and we had a very nice…read moretime. So when we needed a dinner location in the Brick, I figured we would try this location. Upon my early arrival, I was seated in the west facing room with ample natural light. There was only one other table of "early birds" nearby and they were loud but entertaining. Our waitress greeted me and brought some water and an ice bucket. I perused the menu while waiting for my friends. To my delight, this place is MUCH larger than Manahawkin. There are at least three rooms. Regardless, by the time we left, it was very busy. reservations are highly recommended. When my friends arrived, our waitress reviewed the menu additions. We decided on the oysters, octopus, arugula salad and the cod special. Everything was excellent. Service and pace were perfect. Plates promptly cleared, bread replentished. We shared a tiramisu and I had a double expresso. We will definitely return. I will take some photos on my next visit.

    Excellent choice by my brothers. Manera's restaurant has been here a few years replacing the now…read moredefunct Famous Daves. We all sat in one of the side rooms so the noise wouldn't be overbearing. Cara was an excellent experienced server. The entrées were excellent with the accompanying soups. The Buratta was tangy and sweet with raspberry sauce combined with arugula. They now can sell wines. Their sangria was nice and savory.

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    Manera's Restaurant - Inside is super cute and clean

    Inside is super cute and clean

    Manera's Restaurant - Chicken Asian Shrimp Salad Dinner

    Chicken Asian Shrimp Salad Dinner

    Manera's Restaurant - Dining area. Nice atmosphere.

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    Dining area. Nice atmosphere.

    Houlihan's - newamerican - Updated July 2026

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