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    Sprouts, Lobster Mac, Scallops
    Antwaun W.

    We had an amazing night at Olea. It was well deserving of 5-stars. Nestled inside the Shore Club which is a banquet/event space, Olea service starts at the door with complimentary valet which is optional. A red carpet welcomes you into the large waiting/bar area. Once you enter the actual restaurant, there are 2 dining areas. The first is more intimate. A smaller space with a fireplace and leather benches line the room. The larger space where we were seated was also very nice, but a bit louder. The dark accents with all of the greenery was a great touch. When you come to Olea, think "Steakhouse". Entrees are ordered separately from sides and all portions are large and filling. Cocktails were very good. They start you off with bread and mixed olives. All of the food was delicious! I'm not a fan of oysters, but others at the table raved about them. We had Lobster Mac, Scallops (6), Brussel Sprouts & Halibut. We had no room for dessert because again, the portions were large. It's a high end restaurant, pricey, but the quality is there. Service was excellent from everyone. Valet, hostesses, all wait staff. Olea is great for large parties, special occasions or just a night out. We surely will return.

    Churros
    Idania D.

    We snagged an early reservation on a Friday since it's not always easy to get in. The entrance and bar area are tastefully done. The interior is elegant and offers a cool vibe. Service was friendly and on point. Appetizers Crab Rangoon Lobster Francaise Entrees Halibut Black Sea bass special Side dish Crispy potatoes-amazing Dessert Churros Olea offered a complete package of food, service, and ambiance. Worth a visit.

    Lobby
    Tatiana J.

    For starters, the ambiance is EVERYTHING. I love a good aesthetic restaurant and this just checks all of the boxes. The entrance, the lobby, the dining room are all just beautiful. Even the tables and chairs are unique to what I see at other restaurants. The food itself is so delicious. The free bread you get in the beginning with olive oil is SO GOOD and I can't explain why. Maybe the added Parmesan on top completes it? I don't know but I find myself wanting more. My friend and I shared an appetizer and it was so good and cooked to perfection. We both got pasta for our mains and then the dessert knocked it out of the park. I highly recommend trying the churro cruller. The service was great, I love when servers check on me just enough times to where I need them and they're not actually annoying me. Very well timed. Very kind people.

    Inside
    Adam S.

    Newer spot in the Sea Girt / Spring Lake area located in the previous catering / banquet hall. Similar restaurant to Butchers Block Great interior re-design inside, hostess and service was great. Highly recommend the bread, fish, crab Rangoon, Caesar and sides. Everything else was still great and we ordered a lot so was happily full.

    Mike M.

    Wow. From the greeting to getting our check, an exceptional experience. The restaurant itself is beautiful. It's a perfect mix of elegant and trendy. Our server Akeel made excellent recommendations and was beyond attentive. We enjoyed "The Board", which was a helping of several things on the menu. Everything was amazing. Everything. We all had signature cocktails and loved them too. Will definitely be back!

    Lounge
    Colleen D.

    Great new spot. Sat in the lounge, which is more intimate and has the full dining menu. Large waiting area with a bar before entering the lounge. Trendy ambiance, loungey vibe. Cocktails are on point. Particularly liked the Young Urban Professional and the Crimson and Clover. For food we enjoyed the crab cake rangoon and the squid ink tonnarelli. The crab cake rangoon was a unique twist on a traditional crab rangoon, nice flavors. Side dishes are substantial. We had the squash side as an appetizer, it's enough to share. Definitely plan to come back and try a few other things on the menu and maybe make it to dessert next time. Food tips: crab cake rangoon. Squid ink tonnarelli Drink tips: Young Urban Professional. Crimson and Clover

    Butternut squash after dinner drink, frothy old fashioned
    Karly K.

    Beautiful, upscale atmosphere. Lots of trees and cozy decor with a Mediterranean touch. Menu was more American/Italian style overall. High prices but large plates for sharing. Loved the bread service with melted butter inside and the freshest olives sprinkled with parsley and olive oil to dip. Excellent Caesar salad, nice touch with the fried capers. Crudo was prepared almost like a ceviche--very fresh and thinly sliced raw tuna. Crab Rangoon came with 4, a bit fishy in flavor, but filled well. Spicy rigatoni sauce was excellent; the pasta was cooked just right. Nice kick to it, but not overbearing. Steak was tender and cooked perfectly. Recommend the crispy potatoes (fried in duck fat) and Brussel sprouts (charred and drizzled with hot honey, so yummy). Can't speak for the other sides. Olive oil cake was extremely light and delightful with an orange twist and berry compote. Chocolate cake came more like mousse in a martini glass, pretty good. Was not blown away by any cocktails per-se, but inventive selections. Service was very friendly but very slow. They don't leave water for the table and provide the tiniest cups so I was constantly flagging down for refills. Hopefully they get the hang of things... best of luck!

    Sal A.

    https://www.olearestaurantnj.com/ Wow, from the walk into the restaurant to the ambiance within. It is spectacular. But what really stands out is the service, drinks and the outstanding quality and deliciousness of the food served. Definitely added to our rotation list. Get decked out, and get here to enjoy the amazing @olearestaurantnj

    Jennifer N.

    Beautiful New Addition to Spring Lake Olea is one of the newest restaurants to open in Spring Lake Heights, NJ located inside The Shore Club Hotel, and it's definitely a welcome addition to the area. The space alone is worth talking about -- the dining room is stunning, with soaring 15-foot olive trees that instantly set the tone for an elevated but still comfortable dinner. It's a great spot for celebrations, date nights, or anyone who loves a beautifully designed atmosphere. There are three distinct areas: the dining room, the more intimate lounge, and the bar, which has a vibrant energy and really solid cocktails. I love that all rooms are open until 2 AM, with the last dinner seating at 10:30 PM -- rare for this area and perfect if you like a later night out. The menu features Chef Bud Carter's signature steak, seafood, and pasta dishes, plus rotating weekly specials. Everything we tried was genuinely very good and well-executed. Highlights for me were the seafood dishes and the pasta -- flavorful, fresh, and thoughtfully prepared. A heads-up: reservations only release one month out and they go quickly, so book early if you have a specific date in mind. They do hold limited walk-in and bar seating, which is nice if you're feeling spontaneous. Overall, Olea is a gorgeous space with good food, a solid vibe, and a team clearly putting care into the experience. Definitely worth trying, and I'm excited to go back and explore more of the menu. IG reel @foodaholicnj

    Filet

    Ambiance- pretty, cozy, smells like a hotel which I love, only small complaint, the chairs have very low backs service- Ana was great. She was attentive and helpful Food- overall it was very good. It is very expensive and so I may have expected a little more for the price. For example, the $80 filet comes completely alone on a plate. It was a good cut of steak and cooked nice but boring. The creamed kale tastes like eggnog which had mixed feelings at my table. The halibut was delicious. Best thing we ate was the churro crueler dessert.

    Italian spritz and crimson clover
    Tracy S.

    We had an amazing anniversary at Olea! We had a special little nook reserved for us with welcome Prosecco waiting for us at the table. We ordered cocktails and tried the pickle martini. The herbs in the cocktails were too strong for me, but my husband loved it. The tuna crudo was absolutely delicious! The beef and bone marrow tartare melted in your mouth. Next time I would ask the chef to leave the chipotle mayo off the tartare. The scallops were perfectly seared. We will definitely return!

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    Food and ambiance were great! Highly recommend the sausage and potato app for a large group.

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    Excellent menu and kitchen. Upscale but comfortable setting. It's become popular very quickly, parking might be a problem at some point.

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    This place was a $500 joke for 2 people that rushed you through like it was a McDonalds SO NOT WORTH IT

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    Spring Lake Seafood

    Spring Lake Seafood

    4.0
    (136 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    Checked out Spring Lake Seafood this weekend with a group of 6. Our reservations were for 5:30 and…read morethey seated us as soon as we arrived. We were seated in the covered front deck area which was separated from the interior restaurant. It was an 80-85° day but the temperature in the space was relatively comfortable. We had grabbed a few bottles of white from the conveniently located liquor store across the street. I love me a good BYOB establishment. We started with the tuna pizza, an order of oysters, garlic shrimp, beet salad, and the Bibb salad. (Just a side note, they want you to place your starters and entrees at the same time). Everything came out in a reasonable time and was all very good. The Tuna pizza was not at all what I was envisioning but was a pleasant surprise both presentation and taste wise. The shrimp were interesting because they looked like they would be super flavorful, but just felt kind of flat. Both of the salads were delicious, I really enjoyed the Bibb and would highly recommend it. I had the Bluefin and it was really good, the portion size was fair and the fish was extremely fresh. It was far from the best bluefin I've had, but would recommend it nonetheless. Everyone else enjoyed their entrees as well and overall I would say we had a great time. It was a bit pricey, but it's Spring Lake so that was baked into the cake. Will visit again, and this time I'll remember to order the lobster roll.

    This was hands down one of the best meals I've had all year! Firstly, I really like knowing that…read moreeverything is sourced from local farmers and fisherman to make sure all of their ingredients are fresh and clean. Everything here is intentional. They use olive oil over seed oils for example, and ingredients that actually make you feel good after you eat. We started off with the raw bar--fresh clams that tasted like the ocean in the best way. Then we had to try the famous tuna pizza, and wow! I get the hype now. It was the perfect combo of crunchy, creamy, and salty and I'll be dreaming about it for days to come! The garlic shrimp was delicious and had a savory juice, something you'd find in a Spanish tapas restaurant which was perfect for bread dipping. The spaghetti with clams was a classic but elevated dish and came with a generous portion. We tried the ahi tuna lo mein from their specials and that was a fun addition. It doesn't taste greasy so don't expect takeout quality. Their sushi was seriously impressive and some of the best I've had in NJ. We got the kamikaze roll, ninja roll, and chef's nigiri. Totally fresh and easy to eat. Even the mocktails were next level. We tried the Heat Wave and Chicha Sour. Both so unique and had us feeling refreshed after, not sluggish. Of course we ended with dessert. The banana bread pudding made in-house was a huge treat. So delectable and moist. The lemon sorbet was a great way to cleanse our palate and was very refreshing. This place is where high-quality meets creative! Even the ambiance reflects their sustainable beliefs. They have a beautiful coastal inspired design in a minimalist way, using lots of natural textures in the designs. The service was fantastic and attentive. I will be recommending this to all my family and friends!

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    Amelia’s By the Sea

    Amelia’s By the Sea

    3.8
    (222 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Stunning beachfront atmosphere, white glove service (shout out Ariana), and delicious food. This is…read morea lovely spot for a nice occasion. Starters: Love the complimentary house marinated olives to start--unique types and bread with olive oil. The tortellini soup on special was large and rich in flavor and creaminess. Very tasty. Fried burrata was excellently paired with prosciutto, peppers, among other accoutrements. Entrees: Horseradish salmon was the most tender, fall apart in my mouth I've ever had. My mom LOVED her chicken piccata. The mashed potatoes and veggies on the side were also so buttery and yummy. Dessert: The strawberry cake (forget the Italian name) for dessert was super light yet decadent. Chocolate cake just the same, not too heavy. It's a pricy place, but they offer 50% off entrees on Thurs (cash only) and prefixe menu before theater shows in town (before 6pm). BYOB off season / alcohol in summer. Plenty of free parking surrounding but summer may be a challenge.

    Everything went great at our family get together. The food is always amazing and our waitress…read moreseemed to blend with our group perfectly. I forget her name but blonde hair and a great tan and said she worked there last year also. I love the bright light coming through the windows and views depending on where you are sitting. Very quiet at first until it started filling up and then it gets a little noisy but we just blended in with the comfortable people surrounding us. The Angry lobster over squid ink linguini my husband couldn't stop raving about and he never raves about any restaurant dishes! All in all, everything was perfect like it was last year! Can't wait to make this a place we come to more often!!

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    Mr Shrimp

    Mr Shrimp

    3.6
    (400 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    We don't get to Mr Shrimp that often but when we do it's always a fine meal. This visit was more…read moreenjoyable then most as we caught them on a night they were not packed with people. They were barely half full and the noise was not extremely loud. I had the New England clam chowder and as usual it was a great start to the meal. Plenty of clams and potatos in a creamy white sauce. To start the meal they also provided bread sticks with sesame seeds which is a real nice alternative to dinner rolls. With the sticks they also providing a dipping sauce that really tasted great. This the only place I can remember having breadsticks during dinner and loved it. For dinner I had stuffed flounder with rice and vegetables. The fish was prepared real well and came with plenty of crabmeat and stuffing. Inside it was real moist and tasted great. Along with that was rice and mixed vegetables. In the restaraunt the vegetables were a bit harder then I would prefer but when I reheated the meal at home they were perfect. But if you you are an al dente vegetable they would be fine for you. My wife picked something off the specials of the day. Shrimp, Mahi, broccoli, mushrooms, pine nuts all over rice. She felt this was a great meal and would definitely get it again. It was a nice blend of a bunch of tastes and textures, and the pine nuts are always a great addition to a meal. With less people to deal with the service was right on point, with several returns to our table to make sure everything was well. I feel you will always have a great meal here. But at times there will be a wait to get a table and it will be a bit loud... But in my mind you will always walk out smiling

    Local spot that caters to older local crowd. Hold tables for special customers vs new customers…read more Food is good but service seems overwhelmed when busy. Reservations don't always matter.

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    Hooked Cafe

    Hooked Cafe

    4.4
    (126 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    Stopped here for lunch during our first trip to Belmar, NJ and did not regret it! The menu is small…read morebut the flavors are huge! I ordered a Shrimp Po' Boy and it was by far the best Po'Boy I have had outside of New Orleans, and might have even been better than the one I had there too. My daughter ordered the Fish and Chips, which she loved despite it being her first time trying it. The interior has that "hole in the wall" vibe with just a few tables and a few stools at the counter. The food is being made just feet away from wear you're sitting and it creates a homey vibe. The locals seem to love the place as several stopped in to either eat or chat with the two women working. I do believe they have outdoor seating at picnic tables. Overall, this place is an absolute gem and i'll definitely be back when we return to Belmar, NJ.

    Happy Wednesday Adventurers! While in the area I saw this place for breakfast and decided to stop…read moreby. I grabbed a to go because I had somewhere to be. It's cash only or Venmo, which I find its pretty normal for smaller local spots. The thing about this location was that it reminded me of Maine, the walls are painted this beautifully brilliant blue with nautical inspired decor. My favorite was the fishies above a fishing boat, which I had to take a snap of. I ordered 3 eggs over medium, with rye, and a side of bacon. The eggs were still a bit too runny, but its a standard breakfast. I want to go back and to sit there because the staff were super nice. If I lived closer then I'd prolly be here all the time. I saw a reviewer complain about the sign showing open, but they weren't. Honestly businesses making that mistake all the time, but to point it out is just whatever. Highly recommend stopping by here early because I have a feeling they're super busy with the locals.

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