Each bartender appears to make their own rules…read more One night I paid for a beer with a card. Days later I had the same beer served by a different bartender. This bartender told me I did not meet the card minimum. I'm okay with playing by their rules. I just want to know what the rules are

Made a quick stop before Starland ballroom concert. Cheese fries and pierogies were good. Didn't…read morelove the pizza. Good beer selection

Stopped in for dinner during a business trip. Pulled up to the last empty seat at the bar. The…read moreother patrons were friendly and inviting, and the bartender was very engaging! Ordered some wings and a burger, everything was delicious. I will come back!

Plenty of parking , pool table and darts , definitely a fun place to be , the vibe there is awesome…read morefrom the moment you walk in and is greeted by the gentleman at the bar . The 1/3lb burger comes with the best fried I've had in a while and I had the almost Ceasar salad it comes with grilled chicken and it's served in this creative crunchy bowl you can eat as well . Very pleasant and great service !! Oh and they even had the soccer game on and that's always a plus for me haha Highly recommend

Triumph brewery is unique if nothing else with a beautiful dining area upstairs in the refurbished…read morepost office and a dark sports bar downstairs.  We ate at the elegant upstairs restaurant.    Wife had a perfectly cooked Filet Mignon at $47.   I had the Seared Cod $36 and son went with the pesto Fusilli Calabresi $25. All of the dishes were excellent.  Also had a side of Fioretto Cauliflower $12 that was creative though not too plentiful.  Really appreciated that they list the farms where they source their ingredients.  The beers were superb, Hazy IPA, Bohemian Pilsner and Keller Pils.  The sports bar has a different menu with more of the types of dishes you'd expect at a brew pub. It is however dark and less inviting. In part that's the rub here. As much as we appreciated the quality of the food and gorgeous setting the fact that it is part of a brewery becomes somewhat irrelevant. We had beer because we were there but the dishes begged for wine. I'd have preferred a beautiful beer hall rather than the full fine dining experience. Just a bit too upscale for a brewery. Service was friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. .

Stopped in with some colleagues one afternoon, and it's a really fun spot. I realized when I…read morewalked in that I'd been there previously for a bachelor party, I think, and at that time I think we were on the top floor for a dinner which I recall being pretty great. This time, we were there to just hang out at the bar, so we went down to the basement, which is really nicely decorated! I opted for one of their brews, I think a dark lager, which tasted pretty good, though I didn't end up finishing it. I got to chat a bit with one of the bartenders, who was really cool and helped me out a bunch with some much needed water! I think his name was Herman. Pretty chill spot in my opinion, would come back for another outing with friends or colleagues.

It is an authentic Irish pub. No food, just Guiness, whiskey, and good company. You can join a…read morewhiskey ambassadors club where you try 32 whiskeys for pride and to be among the few who accomplish this feat. Bring in your own food or door dash if you like. And just enjoy a good vibe. Amazing history on the walls with odes to heroes of Irish self determination like Gerry Adams and Bobby Sands!!

Great beer and whiskey in no frills authentic setting. I became a "Whiskey Ambassador " there…read more Ask the bartenders about it! Great drinks and great people.

MATAWAN: if you are chasing one of the largest beer selections in New Jersey, Maloney's Pub is the…read morespot and they now welcome leashed & friendly pups on their huge outdoor patio. Maloney's is legendary in the beer world. Over 125 taps, plus an ever‑changing lineup of drafts, cans, locals, imports, cider, mead, basically anything you can think of. Add in food specials, events, and you have got a must‑visit destination. Their outdoor space has two vibes: sunny seating right along the building, or the covered tent area for shade. Brie got her own water bowl and plenty of love from the staff, which always earns bonus points. The menu hits all the American‑style favorites: burgers, salads, flatbreads, appetizers, and hearty entrees, perfect for pairing with whatever you are sipping. This downtown Matawan staple has been going strong for 20+ years, this is the place to be.

Brunch, Great Food & 125+ Drafts? Yes, Please!…read more We stopped at Maloney's Pub & Grill in downtown Matawan for brunch, and let me tell you... this was the best idea ever! The first thing that grabs your attention when you walk in is the massive lineup of draft beers. Maloney's is known for its incredible rotating draft selection, with more than 125 taps featuring everything from IPAs and stouts to ciders, meads, Belgian ales, German lagers, and more. And if you're staring at that wall of choices thinking, "How in the world am I supposed to choose?" -- no worries! They're happy to let you sample a beer before committing. Now THAT is my kind of place! The restaurant has a really comfortable setup with plenty of seating. You'll find booths that are perfect for a date night, an open dining room for larger groups, outdoor seating when the weather cooperates, and of course plenty of seats at the bar if you just want to grab a drink and relax. And while the beer selection is definitely a major attraction, the food deserves just as much attention. Their menu goes well beyond typical pub food, with steaks, seafood, burgers, sandwiches, salads and more. They also offer Sunday brunch from 12-3 p.m. What We Ordered: Steak & Eggs A nicely grilled NY sirloin served with two eggs and home-fried potatoes. A classic brunch combination done right. Chicken B.L.T.A. Grilled chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado and ranch dressing. This was loaded with all the good stuff and packed with flavor. Salmon Piccata North Atlantic salmon fillet with lemon, capers and a white wine sauce, served with mashed potatoes. The lemon and caper combination really worked with the salmon. Blackened Ahi Tuna Salad Blackened ahi tuna over mixed greens with avocado, sesame seeds, red onion and a house lemon-herb vinaigrette. A great option if you're looking for something a little lighter without sacrificing flavor. Crispy Chipotle Chicken Sandwich Panko-crusted chicken breast with chipotle ranch spread, cheddar cheese, avocado, lettuce and tomato, served with tater tots. Crispy, creamy, cheesy and satisfying -- what's not to like? Everything came out hot, fresh and in a timely manner, which is exactly what you want when you're dining with a larger group ordering several different dishes. And honestly, just thinking about that meal has my mouth watering all over again! A special shout-out to our server Jeanette, who was fantastic. She was friendly, pleasant and attentive without hovering, checking on us throughout the meal and making sure we had everything we needed, including keeping those water glasses filled. Great service can make an already enjoyable meal that much better. Maloney's has been part of downtown Matawan since 2005, and I can definitely see why it has become a local destination. Whether you're stopping in for Sunday brunch, meeting friends for dinner, looking for a great burger or steak, or simply want to explore their enormous rotating beer selection, there's plenty here to keep you coming back. (maloneys⁠) If you're in the Matawan area and looking for a brunch spot with great food, a fun atmosphere and an unbelievable selection of drafts, put Maloney's on your list! We'll definitely be back -- next time, I'm exploring more of that beer list and trying something else from the menu!

The food is really good they have a standard gastropub type menu and then a seasonal menu on…read morerotation the chef mixes up. Very large bar area that can get quite busy! Many craft beers on tap and they offer flights. There are tvs in the bar area for sports and a space for live music. Parking is adjacent to the restaurant never had an issue finding a spot. In the summer there is a larger outdoor seating area.

Place isn't really clean. Food was average at best. Service was okay. Was told no happy hour but it…read moreis on the menu and also on their website so obviously someone was wrong or they need to update menus and website. Don't think we will be back.

Phenomenal meal. From the char-grilled octopus to the cavatappi with short rib, to the coffee after…read morethe meal, DAYENU! Dining companion had the beet salad with shrimp which she found "lip-smacking." Not much by way of atmosphere, but great service. We'll be back.

Every dish I've ever had at Gusto Grill has been lovely - their pasta dishes are great, the burgers…read moreare juicy and flavorful, and they have an interesting mix of delicious apps/small plates. On our most recent visit, we sat at the outdoor patio seating area during happy hour - the happy hour sliders were super soft & flavorful, and the dirty Gusto chips were great. We also enjoyed a few ffordable drinks ($8-10 each) from the happy hour menu. I loved the fried goat cheese app from the regular menu - two decent sized pucks of goat cheese, fried with a light/crispy outer crust, served with a honey-fig reduction. For the entrees - the truffle Gouda smash burger had a unique blend of flavors, and the loaded mac & cheese is one of our usual favorites - soft cavatappi pasta spirals, super cheesey, and delicious salt bacon sprinkled throughout. The ambiance is casual and calm, but still more elevated than your run-of-the-mill chain restaurants, and the service was attentive & friendly.

Surprise surprise;…read more This is a place where you can find a good Pizza and a great atmosphere; The Bar is not just drinks here you can taste some authentic Italian dishes, such as Panelle and Broccoli Rabe and Sausage; I have been here twice with friends and both time I had a great experience; On Friday nighr there is the Dj and it's a bit loud but who cares, it's Friday night So if you want to enjoy drinks, food and a good pizza this is a place to visit; the dining area is cozy and comfortable, the service is great;

Excellent food, excellent service. I cant believe I waited so long to try this place. They have…read morepanelle and potato croquetts on the menu as appetizers. Spoke with the owner, theyll make a panelle special for ya if you ask. I forgot to take a photo of Caesar Salad which also was very very good. In addition we spoke with the people sitting next to us, and they loved everything they ordered. Chicken Parmigiana, Cacio E Pepe, they also had the Campari ribs. Ill be going back

Forgot to take pictures of the food. Went to Ryan's Pub & Sports Bar to get a bite while watching…read morebasketball. We ordered the nachos, wings, pizza & several sandwiches. The nachos were a no from me. The cheese on the nachos was like stadium nachos - straight from the can. The wings were pretty good. Very crispy with a nice sauce. We ordered vodka pizza which was also pretty good. The fries that came with the sandwiches were similar to frozen crinkle cut fries. I expected better knowing that the place was pretty popular, and sports bars typically have really good food. Stick to pizza & wings when you visit. You can't go wrong there!

My co-workers and I decided to stop here for happy hour as it was close to our office building. The…read morehappy hour is mostly focused on food discounts rather than drinks as it is only $3 beers. There isn't a cocktail menu, just basic vodka cranberry/rum & coke which I was a little dissapointed in. But hey, what can I expect from a local pub. With that being said, the happy hour food was totally worth it! I highly suggest the boom boom wings. They were packed with flavor, not to mention the wings are huge. I did feel like this place was understaffed though. We came on a Wednesday night around 6 PM and the place was getting busy with locals. It was only the bartender and one waiter out on the floor. Sometimes it was impossible to get their attention since they were so busy, plus the food took a bit of time to come out. My co-workers and I will most likely return since it was quite affordable and tasty.

Great food and service Something for everyone and great beer…read moreselection I really Miss "Buck a Shuck "oysters my favorite thing Happy Hour deals are fantastic

The service was certainly exceptional. The atmosphere was very good comfortable lot of room, big…read moremenu and John the bartender server on the third floor was exceptional in explaining the various products, different beers, etc. fielding of food questions. The only reason I didn't make this a five out of five was that I felt that it was very limited on the happy hour menu and wind up spending a lot more than I anticipated because we ordered off the regular menu in addition to just the hot wings and I'm not even sure if I drink choices. The beers were on the happy hour unless it was like two or three on tap so that was a little bothersome for me. It was hard to sort of follow what is and what Isn't but I think we'll give it a fair. Try one another time when Fifa games are not going on. We did order wings off the happy hour menu, but then from the regular menu I had the sesame tuna tacos instead of fries which I hate I had brussels sprouts but again there's an up charge to do that. My wife had the half cheesesteak she added sautéed peppers she added a chipotle. Aïoli and she also swapped out tater tots for whatever the fried choice was but everything was at an up charge. Food was tasty was good but again like I said I was coming for happy hour and I felt like I wasn't happy with the hour.