Totally delightful. My wife and grandson went yesterday. The food was a little off beat but excellent. The service was attentive and caring. It was a very pleasant surprise because we hadn't been to Asbury in a long time. And we only live minutes from it. We will be going back for lunch. The place reminded me of a restaurant in Boston where I ate when in law school there in the 60's read more

I fall more in love with this place each time I go! Grabbed a Vegan Cesar and vegan hot honey pizza. Unreal! The Cesar salad was amazing - I'll be dreaming of it the next visit. The pizza, as always, a FAVORITE. Truly the best place ever!!! read more

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Wanted to like this spot. Good vibe, cool decor.... Pizza was overworked, crumb non-existent. Zero flavor. Also undercooked and gummy. Toppings were ok, but didn't really matter on top of a soggy, bland mess...pizzas shouldn't flop over and drip. Service was friendly but slow. read more

I heard a lot about this place and drove two hours to come here. I love the area and was looking for a good food spot. I know they have great pizza, but I wanted to find brunch in the area. We sat at the bar because there were plenty of seats. It looked like there were two bartenders working. The restaurant was only half full, but we thought we'd have good service at the bar. Our server seemed new; she didn't write down our order. She repeated it back incorrectly, still didn't write it down, and then entered it into the POS system. She kept asking if it was correct as she shouted it back to us. We thought this was weird because she could've just written it down. We ordered ricotta toast and a breakfast sandwich with bacon. It took 40 minutes for the food to come out and when it did they forgot the bacon. And my toast was cold. We asked the other bartender about the bacon and the long wait time, and he was very rude. We said, we ordered 40 minutes ago and no one came back to check on us. The girl who waited on us was standing behind the bar, staring at us, writing in a notebook and never acknowledged us after that. The other male bartender was rude when we asked how much longer our order would take he said "You did not order 40 minutes ago!!" I said, we did. Upon walking into the restaurant, we took several pictures and they were time stamped. The male bartender went over to the POS system to check our order. We stated that we did order bacon 40 minutes prior. It had never been put in so he added it to our order. We waited for the bacon; it didn't come out for several minutes. While we were waiting, I asked for the manager and the male bartender snapped back at me and said "Why?" He didn't want to get her, and I insisted I speak to her because I wanted to let someone about this experience. He walked away from the bar, threw his hands up and was yelling. After that he didn't speak to us either. I find it shocking that there are people like this who don't care about food, service or helping customers at all. I wouldn't go back here because it was very strange, and I've never had an experience with two servers who were so rude and aloof. read more

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The winter (April) winds on the boardwalk can hurt your ears, but an Asbury Park off-season weeknight offers an easier chance to get into the classier joints. The fanciful menu certainly would have provided fodder for my internal monologue, but I was lucky enough to visit Talula's with someone who thoughtfully analyzed the offerings and was unfraid to accept the riskiest dare: the vegan crab cakes. No, you won't be thinking crustaceans, but it was closer to the Yacht Rock Revue's remake of "Baker Street" than the vile Joss Stone cover of "Fell In Love With A Girl." With an unexpectedly strong performances by hearts of palm, it was a reasonable emulation of the paradigm even if it could have been a tiny bit crustier and more Old Bayish. The Yelp consensus gets it wrong with the ricotta toast, which was fine but not essential. I assume the brunchier brand extensions are more notable than the flagship. Don't miss the fermented chili carbonara. I'm not even going to paraphrase the wild list of ingredients: "hand-cut ramen, house fermented fresno chili paste, garlic, ginger, tamari, benton's bacon, sous vide egg, parm, chive." Less shocking but still enjoyable is the Beekeeper's Lament pizza. After the above feast, this dessert agnostic tried to nope out, but the teacup brulee had an impeccable citrus vibe. With other desserts promising fennel ice cream and cardamom cherries, a glance at the menu feels like a Marvel closing credits bit that compels one to anticipate the future. read more

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Again on my return.. as always service is excellent.. child ready.. parking is slightly difficult. But it is all worth the wait, pizza is nice and the sandwiches is excellent.. can't wait to go back.. the atmosphere is relax and vibe is good. I will recommend my frds and fam read more

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WOW. I'm speechless. Here to talk mostly about the Spud McKenzie. We were stuck between ordering this or the special spinach & artichoke square pizza and man are we happy we chose the potato pie. Flavors are insane - potato, buttermilk, cheese, scallion, bacon just insane. It's so good and I'm SO glad I got to experience it. Will be thinking about that pizza for the rest of my life. Beekeepers Lament also fire but to me was a classic. Can't go wrong with it. Great pizza but overshadowed by the wow factor of the Spud. read more

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It's been awhile since I've been here. But again I have to say it was phenomenal. The staff was great and the food was beautifully done. The decor was so open it was inviting and family friendly. We got the Beekeepers lament and the date cake. Un real it's to die for. And a great Bloody Mary. read more

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After several visits to Asbury Park throughout the past few years, my husband and I finally made it to Talula's, and I'm kicking myself for not checking it out sooner. It's such a delicious experience. The pizzas are so well executed, and I really appreciate the thought and care that they put into their specialty pies. We shared the Super Mario and the Beekeeper's Lament, and both were so tasty! Their crust is the perfect texture: crispy and chewy yet light and airy. The service was also fantastic, and everyone was really sweet to our dog (who sat with us at a table outside). I will definitely be back and can't wait to sample more of their menu. read more

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Favorite pizza in nj!!! Everything was so fresh and delicious and slices are HUGE. I went during lunch on an off peak day so it was pretty empty and we got our food fast but normally you would need a resy Also just love having an excuse to go to asbury park, it's a must visit when in the area read more

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We took a day trip to Asbury Park over Labor Day weekend, and planned dinner at Talula's after seeing it pop up on my Insta. I love all things sourdough and Talula's uses a homemade sourdough for their pizzas, plus they're very vegetarian and vegan friendly. Clearly, Instagram's algorithm is working. I ordered the Esquites pizza, which was truly unlike any pizza I've had. It's essentially Mexican style corn on a white pizza, which may sound strange, but is actually a delicious flavor bomb that I almost single handedly polished off. Despite eating almost an entire pizza, I (obviously) still had room for dessert. Their dessert menu has since changed, but we ordered a chocolate cake with a caramel sauce that was slightly too sweet and overpowering. Their fall dessert menu looks amazing though and even includes a vegan cream pie! They also have a good selection of regular and seasonal cocktails plus a wine list that includes reasonably priced natural options. Highly recommend if you're in the area! read more

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Cocktails and pizza were spectacular. The vegan Caesar salad is a must. Service was great- we walked in and opted for an hour wait rather than a high top immediately. We got a text within 35 min for a cute inside table. Loved everything about this place. read more

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Fun drinks and fare! I enjoyed the vegan crab cake, which was unique. It could have used more of a crunch on the exterior. However it was flavorful and a nice meatless option. Some of the seating is communal. Definitely want to return! read more

What a way to kick off 2026! This place is a MUST if you're doing anything in Asbury. Best mozzarella sticks I've ever had. Best Rigatoni I've ever had. Pizza and soup were top-tier. Great service and vibes. Head on down and eat good! read more

vegan pizza was yummy but the vegan crab cakes... DELICIOUS!!! i wish i could eat them everyday! it was easily my favorite food of the trip. it was a long wait, but that just means the food is good & those vegan crab cakes definitely made up for it. read more

Great little pizza place tucked in the "downtown" of asbury. A spacious restaurant that offers a variety of different things but their pizzas are the go to's & best sellers. Snagged a last minute table on Resy & was pleasantly surprised by how delicious the pizza is and got great the staff treated me. A family friendly restaurant that seems to get really packed for dinner thur-Sat. I may have overheard someone say bar is usually for walk in's. So if you want a table make sure to get a reservation. Tried the Marge with pepperoni & burrata & it was delicious. The marinated olives were a miss for me. The tree leche was ok, lacked moisture but the blueberry compote was a nice touch. Would definitely visit again in the future. read more

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When I told the Millennial Chum that I wanted to try this place, her reaction was a shrug and an "it's okay." Yup. Accurate. We came here for lunch yesterday on a nippy December afternoon, which somehow still required several minutes of searching for a parking spot in downtown Asbury. Even when you're visiting at the least beach town friendly time of year, you can't keep Asbury down. Despite several open tables, we were told that none were available (we were naughty and didn't make reservations - a true adventure) and had to sit at the bar. It looked like a few of those tables ended up becoming occupied later on in our meal, and again, any issues in this regard are on us for not calling ahead for the reservation. I decided to get the Ginger Hot Toddy and a Margie w/ the $6 burrata/garlic chip add-on. The drink was mediocre at best, and its only selling point was the temperature. It came with a tea bag, which isn't mentioned in the description and honestly would have likely been a dealbreaker if I'd known ahead of time since I wasn't in the mood for the steeping drama that comes with it, along with a strange chewable ginger garnish. The main problem with the cocktail is that it contains a lot of lemon and ginger, and not enough honey and bourbon; the overall taste profile is overwhelmingly sour, which for me took away from the drink. Not really getting the thought behind any part of the execution there. The pizza was honestly a little underwhelming, which it shouldn't be for the price. It wasn't bad but the direct/obvious comp for me is the buffalo mozzarella pie at Fresco Da Franco's in Montclair, which is excellent and actually cheaper than this option. The key to that one at least is that about 10 or 15 seconds before the pizza is done, they quickly add the mozzy to warm it up. I don't know if the burrata just doesn't have the consistency or structure to do that, but it's not great to just have this random hunk of cold cheese in the middle of the pizza - definitely wouldn't bother with the add-on again. The garlic chips were fine, but it just felt like they were trying too hard to add flavor to a pie that should have already been fine in that regard. Wasn't impressed, and the crust might have been the best part. For what it's worth, the Millennial Chum got some type of brussels sprout salad and enjoyed it. She is welcome to write a more positive review if she has the time. As a pleasant palate cleanser, I got the chocolate gelato, which was as delivered and a nice portion. Initially I side-eyed it thinking I'd just spent $9 on a miniscule hunk of ice cream but given how heavy/rich gelato is, I think it was the perfect size. Maybe don't go so aggressive on the sea salt on the top, since it's difficult to mix in so you end up with one or two really salty bites and that's it, but that's arguably a nitpick. The service was the most disappointing aspect of this experience, and a surprising one given that we were at the bar, where you may sacrifice a little comfort but should make up for it on the hospitality side. Our bartender/waitress was just not very good. She was not personable - she literally didn't smile the entire time we were there and seemed legitimately annoyed in fact when we decided to order dessert, literally writing down what we wanted and walking away with no comments - and rarely stopped by to check in. There were a decent number of customers throughout the restaurant/bar, but I would not say it was packed or crazy in any sense. She was just very slow and deliberate with no sense of urgency. It took a long time for her to come by to take our orders initially, and it was unfortunately a pattern throughout lunch. We almost bypassed dessert because of it, and probably would have if we were on any type of schedule. Maybe we caught her on an off day, but compared to her co-workers, who all moved with a sense of purpose, it stuck out and marred the experience. Overall, the Millennial Chum got this right. I've been to much better places in Asbury. I'd probably come back but for sure I would avoid the bar area, and I'd likely check out the availability of a few other nearby spots first. read more

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This is where you want to bring me for brunch if: 1. You've convinced me to hang out at the Jersey Shore (not that hard). 2. You want me to be 350 lbs (it's going to take some doing). They've got ALL THE FOOD here, is what I'm saying. If you're wondering, I do want the lovely servers to bring me scones with clotted cream, doughnuts, and an excellent bloody mary BEFORE I even get to my main meal of biscuits and gravy (or the pastrami hash I don't think they have any more). Oh wait, this is a pizza place? Sure, let's add a few pies to share too. Obviously, the Sausage Party. What I'm trying to say is this is a great place to bring a big group to drink and eat way too much on a Saturday morning, before going to nap HARD on the beach. I can't do that last part anymore (stupid kids), but I want you to do it. I'll just live vicariously through you. read more

If you're in Asbury Park, carve out time for Talula's. It's an unpredictably supreme pizza experience that hits all the right notes--killer crust, gourmet toppings, fun drinks, and an outdoor scene that's both relaxed and lively. Came here after a toasty beach day..with a worked up appetite. There were both indoor and outdoor tables available right away but we went with outdoor to continue soaking up the sun. There are no umbrellas or roof so no shade! Beware. But it's perfect for people watching:) We tried the Newarker pizza. The sourdough crust is just perfect. Vodka sauce absolutely delectable. I didn't expect it to be THAT good. I'm one of those people that leaves the crust behind and this time not a crumb left. Mostly because we got meatballs and I was dipping the crust in the leftover marinara sauce. On point! Drink wise, they have such a wide variety of options. I was very happy for a healthy tonic. I'll choose that over soda any day. Not many pizza restaurants have as robust of a drink menu as Talula's. 5 stars for that, and 5 stars all around. Must come back!! read more

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This place SLAPS! We waited about 2 hours for a table which sucked but it's so worth it. It's also in the best location you can go grab a drink elsewhere while you wait. I finally got to try Talula's GF pizza dough and boy this did not disappoint one bit. If you put this side by side with a regular pizza you'd never tell the difference. Would highly highly recommend the beekeepers lament and the gin and jam cocktail. read more

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The Gin and Jam drink is to die for. The space is tight but they make it work well. Lovely staff and great food. I get the Beekeeper's Lament and Rocket pizza every single time. Cozy vibe and a cute beach town aesthetic that never disappoints. read more

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First time here after hearing so much about it. Unfortunately, they didn't have the drink in stock that we wanted so we just had water. Started out with the mozzarella sticks which were awesome and also got the vegan caesar. Not a huge kale fan but it was really good and I liked the dressing. Got the super Mario pizza with only half chiles since I don't do spice and I liked it a lot. My friend doesn't eat gluten so she loved that they had a gluten free menu and she loved her pizza. Super casual vibe. Would definitely come back. read more

Talula's is on the smaller size for a restaurant so a wait for a table could take some time depending on the day. I was lucky enough to get a spot at the bar. The pizza is not my typical style of pizza that I like but the execution is spot on. I enjoyed the Margie which is like a margarita pizza. A simple pizza but an excellent pizza. I also tried their gin and jam drink which was fun and delicious. It's gin with homemade jam which sounds strange but tasted great. No complaints in the small amount of the menu that I tried. read more

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Talula's is a fantastic lunch spot! I've dined here before and the food continues to be consistent. Very fresh and delicious. I love the pizza here. The crust has a perfect crunch. You cannot go wrong with any selection of pizza, all are fantastic. I also ordered the vegan kale salad with chicken. The combination of lemon with cashew pesto made this dish very flavorful. Our dessert included affogato and peaches and cream panacotta. Such a sweet and wonderful way to end our meal. Excellent experience from start to finish! read more

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I absolutely love this spot! Super chill and perfect after a beach day. Even with a 45-minute wait, it was so worth it. The drinks were amazing. We ordered Gin and Jam and La Bodega Rosa; they were divine. The mozzarella sticks with gouda tomato sauce? Next level delicious. For pizza, we ordered Pepperoni pizza, Pantera Rosa and Some People Call Me Maurice (peaches on pizza!). They were surprisingly incredible. We shared the strawberry tres leches cake at the end. So delicious! Highly recommend for good vibes, great drinks, and unforgettable pizza! read more

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Great food, an every changing specials menu. Friendly wait staff, outdoor dining for the dogs, and a cool vibe always.

I'm almost embarrassed to say I came to Talula's after almost half a decade. Chalk it up to the long waits and laziness and life. Came in on a cold Saturday around 2 PM (they have an interesting brunch menu) and got the Margie. Solid, very solid, pizza. I'd forgotten how much I love the sourdough base. I feel conflicted about seeing chilaquiles and a Vietnamese sandwich on the menu, but their pizza can do no wrong. read more

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I've only ever heard amazing things about Talulas. From their sourdough pies to their fresh baked bread, their menu seems mouthwatering. Finally stopped in for lunch and had an incredible meal! I didn't try nearly enough, so I am officially planning my next trip to try all new things. On a Saturday afternoon, 4 of us were able to get a table right away. The space is huge with lots of tables inside and some along the sidewalk. We didn't get any on this trip, but the cocktail menu looks SO good. The Gin + Jam cocktail was a hard one to pass up. We got the Rocket white pie for the table and it was sooooo good. It was the perfect amount for 4 of us to share along with our actual meals and now I can't wait to come back for more. The Rocket had mozz, ricotta, garlic, lots of arugula, lemon, and gouda. Perfect cheesy, crispy bread, all and all a great pie. For my own meal, I got the shaved brussels salad. Perfectly paired with the pizza! It was loaded with (of course) raw shaved brussel sprouts, kale, chopped apples, pecans, parm and a sweet mustard dressing. It was delicious and would have only been kicked up a notch if I decided to add chicken. For $16 (without chicken) it is kind of pricey for a not huge salad, but it was very good so no complaints. Excited to stop in again and try more pies, sammies and a cocktail. read more

Absolute banger at the Jersey shore... Talula's has one of the best bar pies in central NJ, and a killer happy hour. I liked the chill vibes and will definitely be returning! Tried both a Margherita and a white pizza (both delicious!) I gotta say the white slice was done sooo well, I haven't had a white slice of pizza blow me away like that in awhile. Don't skip it if you are thinking of trying it. Enjoyed the sourdough crust too. I believe they also make the pizza at Alternate Ending Beer Co in Aberdeen. Make sure to eat it while it's hot - the olive oil on top brought it all together, and I'm still thinking about it! They also have a bar -- the gin & jam drink is a Talula's classic and is sure to be re-ordered! Nothing like some homemade jam to pair with your drink. Do yourself a favor and try it out, you won't be disappointed! read more

Delicious pizza, delicious, unique, shareable sandwiches. But the best for me was the fennel ice cream. I admit I did not think fennel ice cream was anything I would ever want to try. But my husband happened to order it and I tried it and I almost ate it all!!! I imagine any ice cream you get there is going to be incredible. I would go back in a heartbeat. Wonderful customer service. We originally tried to go and they weren't taking reservations or takeout orders. It was a busy Fourth of July weekend. So I made a reservation two days in advance the week after the Fourth of July. Although by that time, I don't think I really needed a reservation. read more

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The web site advertises all day happy hour on Tuesday but when we arrived we were told that's not the deal. Disappointing but the food coming out of the kitchen looked too good to pass up and happy hour is limited bites so we took a table after all. Split the meatballs and the radicchio salad. Ordered the gin and jam and the rocket gimlet. Drinks were super tasty and substantial for a $15 cocktail. Food was fresh and well-prepared with plenty of flavor. The sauce on the meatballs has a nice dash of fennel to it and the combination of ingredients in the radicchio salad really did hit the mark. Next time we will come back for the pizza, which looked delicious. One star off for the happy hour mislead. Otherwise Talula's is as promised. read more

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Came for breakfast before our Hot Sand glass blowing appt. They make really good bread. It's fresh, warm, crisp on the outside and nice and moist and bouncy on the inside. Their menu is awesome. A lot of different but familiar things to choose from. The outside dining is cute when the weather permits, and the inside is artsy, eclectic. It's awesome that they have the vintage Pizza Hut hanging light. As far as service...nothing spectacular our waiter seemed like he was in the mood. But we did get our food pretty quickly and it was all delicious. I definitely want to come back for the rest of the menu to try. read more

Talula's - Pizza Near Me - Asbury Park, New Jersey

We decided to visit asbury, don't really go here much but decided to check it out. There were cute shops and tons of restaurants! But my bf chose this place since we both wanted pizza and they had good reviews. We came the hostess greeted us and she was friendly and nice we got seated pretty quickly. But we also waited almost 15 minutes until we greeted by a server. We ordered the pastor pizza , I ordered a tea which was terribly blan. I'm not sure what the hype is about this place , they're good but I mean crazy overpriced! Just for the pizza it was $23 I mean it's good but it's not filling it's more of a personal pizza if you ask me. Therefore they should be priced more for a personal pizza size. Most likely won't come back here , but if your in area and do want pizza it's not terrible! read more

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This place is absolutely fantastic. I've been going to the Jersey Shore my whole life but I've never been to Talula's. Well, this is now going to be a staple spot for me. Absolutely delicious food and great service. Highly recommend the mozzarella sticks, they were some of the best I've ever had. They are not BYOB, but because of where my table was outside it technically was. I was able to go inside and purchase a bottle of wine to bring to my table so it worked out. read more

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Me and my bf were hungry and wanted to eat somewhere in Asbury. We came here on a Saturday night without reservations and waited about 30 minutes. We heard this place was pretty popular and decided to try. We got the vegan Caesar, meatball bowl, rocket pizza. Everything was so good and delicious. I would definitely come back here. I did wish the rocket pizza had more sauce. The service was quick and they were busy but attentive. The ambiance was nice, dim and cozy. read more

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The service was great. The pizza was fair. However, if you do want to try this restaurant out, I would strongly recommend making reservation. The place was packed. read more

We were very disapointed with our visit here today. We have been here in the past and the pizza is absolutely wonderful. My wife saw someone served a grilled cheese and decided that that was what she ordered today. They had an option to get 2 slices and a drink. I decided to order that since I did not want an entire small pie for lunch. The grilled cheese was really good, the housemake bread and melted cheese was very tasty. The problem was the slices. A lot of restaurants serve slices and they know how to do it. Talula's does not. One slice came out extremely overheated, the other one was not overcooked but was burnt in places. I would not recommend ordering slices here unless the kitchen does a better job heating them up. I wish that I had taken photos of what I was served. read more

Its a cute italian place in Asbury park. Love the interiors. Nice place for a dinner. They have brick oven pizzas. I Loved the crust. Its crunchy from the outside soft on the inside. read more

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Never come here on a busy weekend. My wife and I were out in the corner and were forgotten about. I keep having to wave my waitress down and she keeps forgetting us. All me and my wife want was to order food. My alcoholic drink was not made right. The honey sauce with the bread was to salty. The service was horrible and the bathroom was disgusting. I have been coming here for a while and this service was the worst. read more

Super friendly service Great thin crust pizza with fresh ingredients Nice cold beer choices Indoor and outdoor seating read more