Their French dip is absolutely delicious. Always friendly great service love our Renee.read more

Traveled down to NJ from NY/CT and came upon Ader's Tavern on Friday, June 5th, 2026. We were…read moreheading to the PNC Bank Arts Center for a concert and stopped for lunch. The food was delicious. The service was amazing and the prices were great.

It is what it is. It's a really nice bar with great people working there filled with friendly…read moreneighbors and patrons... Serving good food at decent prices. That's really all you need to know about it. Go and experience a local gem.

Decent neighborhood bar. I had wings. She had Chicken Bruschetta sandwich. Both were good. Service…read morewas also good. More like a 3.5.

A quintessential dive bar of the best variety. Don't feel shy walking in; you'll be looked at, but…read morethen made to feel like family. Service is friendly and efficient. I forget our bartenders name but she's of the same essence as Stevie nicks. Frozen Feds pizzas are offered. Beer of all types. Pool games, great music & even better conversation--what's not to love ?

FARMINGDALE: Tom's Tavern is a great locals bar and dogs are allowed inside!…read more It is a small place with a full bar, small food menu with specials, a pool table, and friendly people. Don't be intimidated by any motorcycles parked outside. We thank somebody we met in our travels for telling us about this place. It has a great hometown vibe and inexpensive.

KEYPORT: Up The Creek Tavern is a great local spot with gorgeous views of the Matawan Creek and…read moremarina. Leashed and friendly dogs are allowed on their second story outdoor deck and there is a staircase to the left of the building to go up. Depending on the season, there could be wait service or you have to go inside to order. The food menu is American-style comfort food and a full bar of drink options.

Noisy,slow service, great views prone to floods and strange clientele. Food isn't bad drinks…read morereasonable priced.

There are few places left that still carry the quiet pulse of history. Murphy's Tavern is one of…read morethem. You walk down the old steps and the air changes cooler, darker, with the scent of wood and whiskey soaked into the walls. It feels honest, like a place built for men and women who have seen enough of the world to appreciate something simple and true. The story on the wall tells of Prohibition and rumrunners, of Mary Murphy and the river that once hid her secrets. You can still feel that in the glass you hold. The On a Yacht bourbon cocktail has the right burn, softened with mint and peach, the kind that lingers like a good memory. The Blackberry Bramble is bright and sharp, a summer night in a tumbler. You don't come to Murphy's for polish or pretense. You come because it feels alive, because the ghosts of the past sit quietly beside you, raising a glass in approval. A tavern like this doesn't chase the world it waits for those who still know how to listen.

Bartender was very upbeat & friendly. Drinks were great. Provided pop corn. Munched on pigs & the…read moreblanket, perfectly browned

One of, if not the top, of my favorite new discoveries in my area. Definitely made me wish I'd been…read morelooking around a lot sooner. Everything I've ordered at this place: burgers, sandwiches, sides, pretzel... all the food here is great. So are the bartenders who are extremely attentive and treat everyone really well. Only complaint I have is the draft beers that they have on top are odd and leaves me with very few choices. I do love the vibe here. Reminds of my old drinking hole from back home.

The best food ever although this is considered bar food this is the best it's always fresh and hot…read morewhen served the waiters are amazing always so kind and friendly great place

An absolute excellent choice was made while I was visiting the Sandbox, and there was the usual…read moreseveral food trucks to choose from outside of the beach venue. Service is customary fast food truck vibes, which is always quick and easy. The pork was juicy, the cheese was melty, and it was an automatic favorite. Fries were crunchy, I normally like mine a little soft, but I know that's a select few. I hope to see them outside again when I stop at the year round beach spot. If you happen to see this truck, I would certainly recommend stopping by and trying some of their goodies.

Had this at sandbox today. Just horrible. Dry pulled pork, terrible service. Absolutely disgusting.read more

A few friends were here so I joined them for a cocktail and lunch…read more We sat at the bar where it was quite enough to get caught up with each other. They have a nice selection of beer on tap. I had a stout brewed locally from a brewery that I haven't been to. I also ordered the pulled pork nachos which were loaded and enough for two with plenty of leftovers for another meal. The bartender was friendly and helpful with the beer and food orders. This is a popular local place. Right across the street from the beach so it is a great place to stop and enjoy the scenery along with a good meal.

With today being a very busy day and night, upcoming on this St. Patrick's Day people have a lot of…read moreoptions on where to go and what to eat? Everyone goes Corned Beef Crazy. I decided to stay closer to home and visit my favorite place for a quick lunch. Thanks to Carl for helping me pick out a new beer for me to try?

Great local bar owner and bartender super nice. Nothing fancy but friendly place to grab a drinkread more

Great, low key bar. A classic to be cherished. Service is friendly and fast. Great spot a short…read moredistance from the main roads.

I met up with some friends on a Saturday night in the summer and the place was packed. We were…read moretold it would be a 90 min wait for a table of 5. Fortunately, the waiting time was about half of that. While we waited, we hung out around the bar and there wasn't much room to linger. The views of the New York skyline were breathtaking and this place is the perfect setting for a beautiful summer night! I had the calamari and New Jersey lobster rolls. The calamari was tender and tasty. The rolls were small but good. They weren't loaded with mayo and came with chips that were very salty. I probably would have preferred french fries, if given the option. Parking is a bit of a challenge. We managed to find a spot and it was a 5 min walk to the car.

Came for lunch on a weekday. The food was ok. The special menu has items available until 2 pm, but…read moreapparently the drinks they advertise don't apply when you get your bill. Hate being nicked and dimed, but it is what it is. A shame you have to pay to park as well