Best Bar in Seaside by Far It's a bar, it's open early (7am), it's dimly lit, drinks are reasonably priced, and strong. This is a goto in Seaside. It is open late all season long. Good spot to watch a game. The bartenders are very nice as well, very inviting. We went back every day. Great for a hungover bloody in the morning or grabbing a late night cocktail before bed. Great spot, just keep in mind, it's a dive bar. Tip: No food Thanks read more

Riggers - Bars Near Me - Seaside Hgts, New Jersey

Great bar. However, don't go anytime close to 2 am. They announce last call at 1:35 and then after serving you (hours are clear everywhere that they close at 2) they say you need to be out 6 minutes later. Serving any customer after 1 am if consumers aren't able to finish the drink that they paid and tipped for is insane. If you want to be out by 2, then maybe the time of closing shouldn't be 2:00. Bouncer snatched drinks directly out of myself and my friend's hands. Every employee was extremely rude when telling us we had to leave. Each and every one of them had crazy attitude saying they had every right to close when they wanted to. That is okay, but don't say you have a last call if it's instead warning to get out. Bouncer was a mess as well. The bouncer was most likely the most unprofessional person I've ever encountered. read more

You would think this place was a dive bar. Yes it is. But the drinks are great and priced decently. But that are a cash only establishment, The bouncer will not allow fools to act a fool it is a friendly place to be. Need to take a Dump? Have a drink and come here to the bathroom. Riggers had the nicest bathrooms in seaside with a Chandelier in the men's room above the shitter!!! read more

Riggers - Bingo Sundays - Bars Near Me - Seaside Hgts, New Jersey

This place is awesome. We walked in and after ordering a beer Sheila at the bar directed us to some incredible garlic wings on the house for a Sunday football event. Solid selection of beers on tap and a couple pool tables in good condition. This is such a a cool place, highly recommend it. read more

SEASIDE HEIGHTS: we are so happy the bartender at EJ's Tap House told us about Riggers Bar! They are owned by the same people and open all year round and leashed-dogs are allowed inside! Located downtown, Riggers is a dive bar with a warm tavern-like feel. Popular with the locals, they have TVs to watch the game, pool tables for a challenge, and a full bar for all your drinking needs! You can bring in your own food too. Brie was in all her glory meeting people. It's a very social place and a lot of fun! Treats are available behind the bar! read more

Riggers - a man and a dog in a bar - Bars Near Me - Seaside Hgts, New Jersey

Place was alright there was some games like pool and shuffle board. A couch to hangout on. You can't open a tab though. Never been to a bar where you couldn't do that. Every drink you order is a huge hassle concluded with a wireless card reader getting shoved in ur mitt at the end of it. read more

Not like the past. Bartenders and bouncer (mall cop) trying to cut everyone off and go home early.

I went in this Saturday morning July 22nd 2023 with my boyfriend, we have been coming here for year's never had a problem, until today I ordered a bloody Mary we knew they had complimentary breakfast sandwiches so I ordered sausage, egg & cheese on a everything bagel it was very good but the second half of it I couldn't finish it cause, my stomach was upset I ate the one whole half and part of second, when the bartender kat is her name I believe said to me your not finishing that, I had told her my stomach was upset that's why I couldn't finish it, she then said to me that's a waste I made that and that hurts me . I apologized and told her it was good plus my bloody Mary was great, she just walked away and never said a word again to me. How dare she I will never go to that dump again. I hope the owner get's rid of these asshole bartenders at riggers they suck at customer service. BITCHES read more

It has been a dream of "M" to come here since a he was a little boy. I know what your thinking, he dreams big right? Anyway we had the opportunity and man are we happy we took it. A true dive bar, I had the sense I was in a ships hull on the bottom of the ocean drinking with some regulars on their first shore leave in years. You won't see snookie here, no way, this is a locals place. Yes they have ping pong, pool, shuffleboard, and some great drink prices. They pour them heavy here and they only take cash. Come to think of it we saw a lot of Cash only signs up in town this weekend. Anyway, one of the friendly locals told us NOT to park in the lot. "Cops will bust ya right away" awesome tip we took to heart and moved the car to a street spot. We played a few games of ping pong, downed some shots, $10 for a mini shaker, and a few other drinks. I think the bill came to $25 and we gave a pretty solid tip with that. Yes, Riggers is headed to the Dive Bar Hall of Fame. We are headed back. read more

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Bartender Billy is the worst... thinks he owns the place, addittude problem! Such a shame, the place looks great after reno! Wont ever go back after the way I was treated by bartender! It's the it called the hospitality Industry ?! Hello Bill! Get a clue. read more

Riggers Bar, 519 Boulevard, Seaside Heights. Riggers Bar failed in the grading and scoring. The liquor was to cheap. Some of the bartenders can be more friendly. The whole place needs a massive overhaul. Restroom area can be more cleaner. read more

Me and my friend were in town for 2 days and we wanted to go for drinks, we were there on the Tuesday night and we had a lovely bartender who was friendly and attentive, we went the next night wow a complete change of staff on the Wednesday, we came in and the day bartender wasn't one bit friendly, an attitude problem, you know there is a nice way to ask for ID without being so rude and aggressive and the night bartender wasn't nice either, I wouldn't trust him with your cash, you have to pay attention with your money here, would I come back here? I would only because of the lovely girl on the Tuesday night I only want her to serve me but I would definitely not come back any other time read more

I would give it more stars but here is the thing: we have been customers for years and on Sunday 9/2 one of the bartenders who is a nasty , miserable woman called the police and had them distribute tickets to cars parked in the lots. I called numerous times and asked for a manager or owner and she hung up on me immediately.. Horrible treatment of customers! Sorry you had a bad day everyday lady.. we all have our problems, but we don't have to be so nasty...PS she works on Friday and Sundays, so hopefully she is nicer to you read more

This is an amazing "local" hang out. Opens early 7 days a week and stays open late. I absolutely love all of the bartenders here!

Since I have been about 17... it's been an option to every weekend's puzzling questions of "What do you wanna do?" A favorite for some of my friends... but there is not much that sets it apart from the traditional and all too common dive bar in Seaside Heights. Their biggest attribute I think is the presentation; appealing to all ages and classes... not exclusively catering to tourists. Located in the heart of the heights... it's dive-bar atmosphere has decent drink prices... $2 drafts and $5.50 Shakers depending on the special of the night and the time of the year. Plenty of entertainment.... air hockey, pool... etc. An awesome poster-child bar for the Jersey Shore!!! Weather your an infrequent shore visitor or native... a visit to Riggers is always an option! read more

Excellent bar. After a half hour of walking the skeevy Boardwalk, we ended up here. Did not disappoint. Not too divey, huge, and outfitted with an awesome assortment of games - darts, shufflebord, ping pong, pool, and jutebox. Perfect, way preferable to the super loud party bar across the street. read more

Riggers - a shuffler table in a bar - Bars Near Me - Seaside Hgts, New Jersey

O man do I miss this place. Dive bar to the T. Small, tavern like/pub. dollar drafts, 5 dollar shot SHAKERS (4 shots in one shaker). Recently I believe they raised the bud light and budweiser drafts from 1 dollar to 2 dollars, inflation, blame it on what you will, still an impeccable value! This is THE place to come with your drinking buddies to just DRINK and drink. They have pool tables, air hockey, darts, and SHUFFLEBOARD. the shuffleboard table is a classic and I have seen some good times here with friends. The place is hilarious b/c it is mostly seaside heights locals, quite an interesting breed. We would pre-game here to save money then head over to the bamboo, xs, tempts, etc. You gotta check it out, but def not a place to pick up girls or a date, (although there was one lucky, memorable memorial day weekend i will always remember!) O they have a digital jukebox too. read more

Great bar. Unbearable crowd. No I don't care about your shitty Honda that you put way too much money into or your lame pickup truck and the fact that you're "rock flag and eagle" all the way. read more

Absolute terrible irresponsible rude bartenders. (Sunday nights) Serving patrons who are clearly intoxicated. Asked to kindly cease serving, but 4hrs late still serving despite several requests to stop. To the point of serving until closing. Person left OVERLY intoxicated to walk home. Said person could not remember walking several blocks (30 min) and stated lucky not to have gotten hit by car. Doesn't know how he made it home. This could have ended a lot worse and with a lawsuit. But to these bartenders it was just a funny game at the request to stop serving. Very rude and irresponsible. POOR establishment to not have bartenders who abide by law and cease to serve those who are intoxicated or abiding the request to stop from another. read more

What a fun place!! Great service...positive attitude...Chritine P is GREAT!! Cold beer and great pour...SSH hidden gem and honestly I wish to keep it a secret!! Yay Riggers!! read more

Still one of my favorite Seaside stops, but not crazy about some of the recent changes. Just not the same with out Johnny and Rene behind the bar!!!! And what happened to the $10 shakers o shots???? Change isn't always a good thing. read more

Love this bar, friendly Bar Tenders, great prices. Dive bar yes, I love dive bars. Great place to get your drink on!