Elevated | Intentional | Salmon…read more Elevated - This is one of the more elevated dining experiences on the island. From the moment you walk in, you can tell the restaurant is designed for people looking for something a little more special than a casual meal. It strikes a nice balance between upscale and comfortable, making it equally suited for a romantic date night, celebrating a special occasion, or enjoying a more refined dinner with friends or family. The atmosphere feels polished without being overly formal. Intentional - Everything about the restaurant feels thoughtfully designed. The menu is curated rather than overwhelming, with dishes that seem carefully crafted instead of trying to be everything to everyone. The dining room layout also deserves credit. The tables are spaced in a way that gives you privacy while still maximizing the room. Servers move through the restaurant with ease, and you never feel like you're bumping into other guests or having conversations on top of one another. It's clear that attention was paid to both the guest experience and the overall flow of the restaurant. Salmon - I ordered the salmon, and it was one of the highlights of the evening. The fish was cooked perfectly--tender, flaky, and moist--with an Asian-inspired seasoning that added plenty of flavor without overpowering the salmon itself. The accompanying sides complemented the dish well and created a balanced meal. What surprised me most was the portion size. At a restaurant with this level of presentation, I expected a smaller serving, but the portion was generous and left me completely satisfied. I would absolutely order it again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting. Pro tip: Make a reservation, especially during peak dinner hours or weekends. It has the feel of a place people choose for special occasions, so tables can fill up quickly. Pro tip: Come dressed for the atmosphere. While there isn't a strict dress code, business casual or date-night attire fits the vibe and helps make the experience feel complete

My husband and I had a reservation for Jays on Friday, August 21, 2026 at 7 pm. We had an emergency…read morethat we had to leave the shore earlier than expected m. I responded to Jay's text that we cancelled. The text inducted that I had to call the restaurant. I called the restaurant and they did not answer so O left a voicemail message at approximately 1:30 pm that I had to cancel our 7 o'clock reservation. I left my name and telephone number, including the time of our reservation. When I did not hear back, I asked my husband to contact them again and to confirm that they received my message. my husband spoke to them they confirmed that they received our voicemail message however they said that they were charging my credit card for no-show. I made every effort to reach out to them to try to contact them, but the restaurant was closed yet. this restaurant not only did not make themselves available for patrons to contact them, but they have the nerve to charge my credit card $50 for not even walking into the door of their establishment. What kind of business is that ? The female owner of this restaurant said and I quote ..,"this is common for any restaurant". My husband and I have eaten out at several restaurants in Avalon, Sea Isle and Stone Harbor and I can assure you we have never experienced charges to a credit card for not even walking in the door of the restaurant so I have no idea what the owner is talking. We have eaten at "several restaurants" in Stone Harbor and Sea Isle area including La Fatina Coast, Lafinestra, Restauranta Luciano, Spagetti, and they have never charged for a cancellation 6 hours before the scheduled and especially when an emergency. My husband and I are seniors, and my husband is a veteran of 25 years and this establishment is only cares about making as much money they can. And to charge people $50 when they made three (3) attempts to cancel a reservation 6 hours earlier due to an emergency so very unfortunate.

This is only our 2nd time here but we will be back! Dino,…read moreowner and chef is so accommodating and talented. He listened to my concerns about eating on patio with my older parents and promised a beautiful sunset. It did not disappoint. The menu had something for everyone from the seafood fanatics (stuffed flounder a hit) and the penne in vodka sauce with crab meat to name a few!! Appetizers were also incredible including the melt in your mouth meatballs and the stuffed mushrooms(the special) We dine out a lot with our big family in summer and this is a must visit!!!! Service was also amazing!

A nice little spot by the bay. Very homey. Service was great. They are BYOB. Food was amazing.read more

They were able to get us seated really fast in the perfect spot outside! I thought the service was…read moregreat. And it is truly a beautiful restaurant. Loved our pasta dishes as well. They had really good specials too

I've been traveling to Avalon for 30yrs to enjoy my family vacation. I've been recommended Il Posto…read moreand figured I should give it a try. The servers are young but they're doing their best and it's appreciated. My largest gripes are that they delivered salt and pepper shakers that are mislabeled. Also, they provided me a Pollo Francese dish with plastic embedded under the pasta. I hope our server find another restaurant to work for in town. He was excellent, but our family not be returning here.

The restaurant was small, but clean. My wife and I were…read morelooking forward to having clam strip dinner so we ordered two platters and I also got oysters on the half shell. The food was very good. The clam strips could've been a little more meatier--there were a lot of tiny crumbly pieces. The platters came with coleslaw and french fries both were prepared Very good. I also had the blonde brownie with ice cream and caramel sauce for dessert which was very tasty. The service was wonderful and friendly. We would come back and like to try one of their fish dishes some other time.

Enjoyed my crab Tomato Calabrise as moist and tasty and colorful along with fillingread more

An incredible dining experience! Incredible flavors, excellent service! A real gem here at the…read moreJersey shore!!!

This is a place that reminds you food can be an act of care-the kind of place that makes you slow…read moredown. The menu reads like a love letter to the region -- Stone Circle Farm spinach, Sickler Farm eggs, Jersey asparagus, local tuna. This isn't farm-to-table as aesthetic. It's farm-to-table as commitment, and you can taste the difference. We started with the picada. The deviled smoked trout egg with trout caviar and micro chive was quietly spectacular -- the kind of dish that makes you stop mid-conversation. The grilled Ludlam oyster with koji BBQ butter and braised collard greens was deeply satisfying, Southern and coastal at once. For mains, the wood-fired grill is the move. The hanger steak (Entraña Gruesa) from Creekstone Farm was everything a steak should be -- robust, tender, properly marbled. Paired with the tallow herbed fries, I had zero regrets. I also got to enjoy king salmon aged 6 days, full of flavor and excellent to share with a table mate. The strawberries with lemon soft cream for dessert were the right ending. Simple. Perfect. In a shore town full of places coasting on location, La Porteña is actually trying. And succeeding. I've been 3 times so far and can't wait to go back.

I was pleasantly surprised by this restaurant. We did not have a reservation, but since we were a…read moreparty of 2 they were able to seat us right away. It was definitely not the best seat in the house, but hey, we did show up on a busy July evening! We were seated in the back of the house on the 3rd floor. It would have been great to get the ocean side of the building, but I could still see the ocean from the window near our table. FYI- There is an elevator if you cant do stairs. I had wanted to sit outside, but it was the middle of a heat wave so we chose the air-conditioned indoor table. The indoor temperature was perfect! We were greeted right away, and given menus. The service declined from there, but it was not terrible. The server was just not as attentive as I would have preferred and we waited for things we needed on 2 different occasions. We were surprised to find out it is BYOB. The waiter suggested a nearby liquor store where we quickly picked up a bottle of wine. He gets points for this suggestion! They did not charge an uncorking fee, which surprised us. We ordered an appetizer, one of the salad specials, the Branzino and the seared tuna. The presentation of the meals was very pleasing and the food was excellent. It's very pricey, but the food was delicious and the portion sizes were more than adequate considering the type of restaurant it was. I am still giving this a 5 star rating despite the slight annoyance I felt toward the server's lack of attention. Also, to be fair, he could have been having an off night. (I was a server years ago and you just don't crush it every night waiting tables! Life is hard and I watched other servers crushing it with their guests.) I'm very picky about restaurants and enjoyed this upscale dining experience. I would not recommend this for children( as a mom there are limited choices for littles and its more fine dining than a burger joint) but definitely a great establishment to try if you are interested in paying for good food.

An amazing spot with killer views and food the tops the views. We always have walked past over the…read moreyears and figured it must be good because it's always packed . And it didn't disappoint! Service and food were all top notch. From the moment we sat down we were greeted by our sever who brought us waters and the delicious bread basket. Food came out fast, portions were perfect and you could taste the freshness of everything they do.

Is there anything better than outdoor dining in the summer? This is a little unassuming restaurant…read morethat's small on tables but big on flavor. It sits at the base of the marina, and what's better than watching boats while you dine? It's off the beaten path, down a side street. Tacos are where it's at here. Three to an order and quite filling! - Crispy Brussels Sprouts - tender! - Oysters - Cape May Salts...my favorite! - Loaded Old Bay Fries - good sized portion and well-balanced - Ceviche (spicy tuna) - so good! - Shrimp Tacos - blackened shrimp, mango salsa, avocado crema, and cilantro - Fish Tacos - Mahi-Mahi with corn salsa, avocado, red onion, and cilantro - Short Rib Tacos - Manchego, chipotle ranch slaw, pickled jalapenos Small parking lot so street parking is your best bet. We rode our bikes and appreciated the bike rack. The space is covered, so no worries if it starts to rain. Super friendly staff!

Love this BYOB! It's nice to have a waterfront restaurant that feels this casual. It overlooks the…read moredocks in west wildwood and we love that it has the feel of someone's backyard. The oysters and tacos were pretty solid. Our server was super attentive and quick. We will definitely be back for a casual meal.

Enjoyed the atmosphere and service by Natasha was excellent! The food was very good but really…read moreexpensive even for the shore. Started with the Foie Gras appetizer ($33). For entrees we had the trout and tuna. The Tuna was fresh and amazing! Even at $48 I highly recommend. The trout was cooked perfectly and also fresh, but I wasn't crazy about the flavor. Others might love it but I probably wouldn't order it again. We also had a side of perfectly cooked broccoli ($16). Dessert options were not enticing in our opinion.

I've been waiting for 2 years to finally visit here. Took my family here for dinner. It did not…read moredisappoint. From the service to the atmosphere to the food, everything was excellent. I spent 20 years in the restaurant world, was a Chef and cannot express how great this place is. Service is fast, friendly annd extremely attentive, the atmosphere is very welcoming and sets the mood! Chef Jeremy and the entire Chanterelle team bring something new and exciting to Stone Harbor. I will definitely be back