Tried Avon-by-the-Sea's newest addition for Easter brunch and it did not disappoint. We were…read moregreeted by friendly staff, sat in a large, sunny dining room, and learned it's owned by two local brothers - one runs front of house, and the other is a chef who's worked in several NYC restaurants. Our brunch was delicious! We started with a ricotta toast topped with grapefruit (not on the menu yet!), and ordered a wide variety of entrées for the table: the Mortadella Sandwich (hit the spot!), Maypink's pancakes with lemon ricotta and blueberry (so fresh!), a classic French omelette, Fried Chicken Sandwich with fries, and the Grain Salad. Didn't manage to get pictures of everything, but it was all delicious as evidenced by our empty plates. They're BYOB and currently offer brunch/lunch only, but plan to add dinner and a market next door. I'm excited to try both, but in the meantime I definitely recommend stopping in for brunch!

As a long time (at one time) 60 year summer resident of Avon, by-the-Sea, we had seen this location…read moreof businesses come and go and the newest restaurant- Little Gem really lives up to its name! My sister and I went for lunch after 2pm and yet were able to order off the breakfast menu as well as the lunch menu. I had the Smoked Salmon Benedict and it was WONDERFUL. Our waitress was very accommodating and knowledgeable of the menu, the inside decor very bright and warm. We also spoke to one of the brothers who owns the establishment and they told us in a few more months, the other side of their restaurant will be a grab-and-go type of fresh market with ready-made meals to pick up after soccer practice, piano lessons, or the gym, to just go home heat up and chow down! Convenient especially close to either Bradley or Belmar train stations - this lovely little addition to our beloved Avon appears to be here to stay! Buona Fortuna to you Little Gem! God's blessings to you!

We went to Marigold for brunch and called ahead to reserve a table for 6. The cafe is really nice,…read moreand they have a dessert case at the front that looks amazing. The ambiance is bright and colorful. The restaurant was busy! But they seated us right away. We were pleased with the service. I really enjoyed my eggplant flatbread sandwich. My hubs had a tasty chick bahn mi and a seafood pancake. My in-laws loved their grilled romaine salads. I think everyone was very pleased with their food! I would recommend trying out this cafe.

We were in Spring Lake for the weekend and we're looking for a breakfast spot. The Yelp rating for…read morethe Marigold Market & Cafe made it an easy choice! The rating was spot on! We had the Blueberry Pancakes and Veggie Omelette. The pancakes came and I was a little surprised as they weren't 'puffy and fluffy'. I make pancakes once a week and always strive for a fluffy pancake. However, there was no difference in the taste! These blueberry pancakes were delicious! I also asked for the 'pure maple syrup' which was an additional charge. We also shared the Veggie Omelette; what an amazing omelette it was! It was as fluffy an omelette as I've ever had, it was full of peppers, onions, tomatoes, spinach and cheese! It was excellent! If you're in Spring Lake looking for a great breakfast place, look no further than the Marigold Cafe!

Over the years I've eaten a LOT of breakfast with my friends and let me tell you, Mariner's Cove is…read moremy absolute favorite and #1 on our tier list. Their food, service, atmosphere, pricing, all fantastic. Always consistent every visit. They check all the boxes and have everything you can want in a restaurant. If you live in New Jersey or are just passing through, you MUST come here. Try one of their 250+ omelettes on the newspaper-sized menu.

I anticipate my yearly visit to Mariners cove with great enthusiasm. It never disappoints! Today…read morewas no exception. If I didn't live in Florida, I would be a regular. In my opinion, this is the best breakfast establishment out there. I've never had any other meals there but I've heard that all of their food is fantastic. Do yourself a a favor and stop in. You won't be sorry.

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.

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!

Good food. Enjoyed the arugula omelet and they had a really good taco lunch special…read more Fantastic service. Definitely recommended.

We went to Spring Lake and had to revisit Honey Berry again - we had a great breakfast there before…read morewhen we visited 2 years ago. We ordered the Brioche French Toast, the Blueberry Pistachio Pancakes, the Mediterranean Omelette with Potatoes and the Applewood Bacon. The French Toast was as amazing as it was before and the Blueberry Pistachio Pancakes were excellent!! Light and fluffy with a great texture; some of the best pancakes we've had! The omelette and bacon were also as good as ever! The Honey Berry is a must if you're visiting Spring Lake!

I've been here a bunch of times since they've opened in 2016 and it keeps getting better and…read morebetter. I've yet to have "choose wrong" on the menu and the staff is incredible- from the seasonal waitstaff to the owners & permanent staff. If you want to eat like a king, feel like family AND a local? Eat at Patti's.

Decided to shoot down to Patti's Kitchen for an 8am breakfast. The place seemed like it was a…read moreregular hangout for people living around here, but I bet it's still swamped during the season. Our server was super friendly and brought us coffee and waters quickly. We both kept it simple here with my wife ordering scrambled eggs, bacon, home fries and sourdough toast and I had a ham and Swiss omelette, home fries and sourdough toast. Simple meals that came out quickly and done perfectly. I love that they the portions here are actually correct portion sizes and not an overwhelming amount of food. And I don't know what they do to their hash browns, but WOW. Tasted almost like mashed potatoes, but with the consistency of hash browns. Very good coffee and food, excellent and friendly service, small parking lot and on-street parking - this is an easy one to recommend, I would definitely come back.

The quantity of food was good. The quality was good. The price is a little bit high, but definitely…read morea nice spot to stop for at least breakfast. I haven't tried it for lunch or dinner.

Stopped for a late breakfast while in the area. Even though I got the basic bacon and eggs, it was…read morefantastic. Everything perfectly cooked. Hash browns really flavorful and nice portion of bacon on the side. My husband got corned beef hash and eggs and I'm not sure of the seasoning but it was also delicious, one of the best we have had! Very friendly service. Will go again definitely!