Came for lunch on a weekday and it was not too busy. We opted for outdoor seating and were seated right away. You get nice shade from the buildings in the daytime so it was perfect. We ordered the Margie with sausage and the Nduja remember. The Margie was so good with the slightly tangy and sweet tomato sauce and mozzarella. We added sausage because we were craving sausage (which was delicious) and they did not skimp at all on the sausage. The Nduja remember was also very good but a little salty for my taste. I was hoping the mascarpone and pepperoni would balance it more but not as much as I hoped. The sourdough crust is also top notch with a great chew and slight char. Overall I would definitely recommend this place. I definitely want to try their other menu item. Also our server was very nice. read more

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

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

Had dinner here the other night, it's been on my list for awhile. It was busy but no wait. Started off with the bread and butter and the ricotta cheese bread which both were delicious. We also got the Margie pie and the white pie. The Margie was delicious, definitely one of the best I've had. read more

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

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

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

A great spot tucked in the heart of Asbury. My boyfriend and I stopped in after a busy day of shopping and we felt right at ease as soon as we heard the light jazz music in the background. It was a hectic day in Asbury with the Halloween costume parade and we wanted to just sit back and relax. We sat at the bar, my boyfriend enjoyed an Oktoberfest beer and I had a cappuccino. We also shared the fig tres leches cake. It was delicious. I wish I was hungrier because the pizza looked absolutely delicious. When we're in the area again I'd definitely get a pie and their homemade bread and butter. The staff was also really friendly. Everything looked very handmade and the drinks looked perfectly crafted. Don't miss out on this place - good food, good drinks and a nice staff. read more

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

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Great food and ambiance. Food took quite a bit to come out (45mins-1hr), but otherwise was a great experience. read more

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

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My 2nd time at Talula's this evening, once again before coming to see a show at House of Independents up the block (Five Iron Frenzy both times). Great food, great service. What more do you want? read more

Talula's was festively decorated for the holidays! I was meeting a group here of 6 here and several were late and 1 was a no-show. Our server was so patient and understanding. We started with the beekeepers lament pie. The sopressata was so crispy! I sometimes worry that these types of toppings would make for a greasy pie but this wasn't the case at all. I had the vegan Caesar as my entree and made it unvegan by adding chicken. It was delicious and filling - I'd order it again in a heartbeat. read more

Talula's - Kale Cesar (Vegan) but with chicken - Pizza Near Me - Asbury Park, New Jersey

I was in town for 2 days and researched the local restaurant scene before arriving. I settled on Talula's because they pickle and ferment everything in house - Calabrian chiles, Sourdough, Pastrami, you name it. I like it so much that I came back a second night. The first night I went in for happy hour, sat at the bar and had a couple Gin and Jam drinks for $7. Very refreshing. I wanted to try the pizza but since there were so many other things I wanted on the menu I settled on the Naked Pizza with a side of house hot sauce. It's essentially like a Mediterranean-ish garlic bread that you rip and dip into the sauce. I wish I could describe the sauce but it's so unlike anything I've had - so flavorful and complex. Hopefully on my next visit they'll have it for sale in bottles. I also had the warm marinated olives and and a vegan caesar salad. Fried capers on the salad were a nice touch. 10/10 The next night I ordered Shaved Brussels and Fermented Chili Carbonara to go. The maple mustard dressing was sweet and tangy, perfectly complementing the shaved parmesan. The carbonara is made with hand-cut ramen, which essentially leaves out the egg from a traditional noodle. Since there's egg in carbonara it's a downright brilliant idea. Executed perfectly with the house fermented chili paste. A very comforting dish. This is quite possibly the best food I've had in the 50 or so times I've been to NJ. I'm definitely coming back for the sandwiches and pizza. read more

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This place is a gem! Love, love love the food, the pizza is superb! The burrata is so fresh! The pasta was excellent and we recently came back from Italy. The mocktails are excellent! The staff is wonderful. Above and beyond service. Talula's is the place to be! Cozy and great music! Stop off at Freedom Rocks while in Asbury Park. They have the best and magical merchandise. read more

We did not have a reservation but they accept walk ins. We waited about 45mins and sat at the outside table. It was a lovely evening for outdoor dining. Started with the wedgie. Nothing too spectacular about the wedgie. Basic iceberg lettuce. Next were the pizzas. These were worth the wait. All good pizza crust. Delicious. Try to make a reservation but it works out fine if you don't. read more

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Great sourdough pizza in Asbury park; we got it to go and definitely stopping in next time we are in the area. PS the only thing is they gave us a chocolate mousse cake instead of the carrot cake( we were looking forward for the carrot cake) read more

Talula's - Sopressata Calabrian chile & honey - Pizza Near Me - Asbury Park, New Jersey

Great, creative food in a local experience. Love the salads and pizza, plus the carbonara pasta is unique if you like a little spice. A must do if you are in town read more

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This was my first time coming here, and I can honestly say I'm very excited to come back. I'm sad I didn't get the chance to sit and dine in. We ordered the pizza here to go. We ordered a rocket pizza, and it was yummy. I have a very high bar for pizza because I'm big on New York pizza. This place has that crispy pizza with the right amount of char. I really liked it. The gouda on the rocket is subtle yet delicious. The lime and the arugula add that freshness factor that ties it together, in my opinion. My only criticism is that it could do with less arugula. At times, it can take over the pizza. Regardless, it's great pizza overall. The service was okay. We ordered our pizza 30 mins out, and we still had to wait another 15 minutes when we got there. In total, it took 45 minutes from the call to order before our pizza was ready. The vibe on their is chill sp I'm excited for the chance to eat in! read more

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

Came here for a casual weekend lunch and it reminds me of austrailian brunch places you can find in NYC but without the long waits and city traffic. Sitting outside was refreshing and I liked it a lot more than the inside, which is a first for me. The food, service, and ambiance were so nice I'd like to come here again for dinner or breakfast. I really like the turkish eggs, it had a great flavor though I think it could be better with a little less chili oil in my personal preference. read more

Talula's - Turkish eggs (bottom left), Good Morning Vietnam (top right) - Pizza Near Me - Asbury Park, New Jersey

Talula's in Asbury Park - A Flavorful Gem That Hits Every Note If you're looking for a place that perfectly blends cozy vibes, creative cocktails, and out-of-this-world pizza, Talula's in Asbury Park is a must-visit. This beloved neighborhood spot radiates character--from its rustic-chic décor to its passion for locally sourced ingredients--and my recent experience there was nothing short of phenomenal. I went with high expectations, and Talula's delivered. Let's talk about the Beekeeper's Lament pizza. At $22, this pie is worth every penny. It starts with their signature house-made mozzarella, which melts into gooey perfection across a crisp, chewy crust that can only come from a properly loved wood-fired oven. But the real magic happens with the hot Calabrian soppressata--thinly sliced and just spicy enough to add a bold kick--and the local honey, which drizzles over the top to create this unbelievable contrast of sweet and heat. Every bite was a flavor explosion: savory, spicy, slightly sweet, and irresistibly rich. I caught myself doing that slow head nod after each bite--the universal sign of "this is ridiculously good." To pair with the pizza, I tried the Gin + Jam cocktail ($15), and let me just say--wow. It's a refreshing and vibrant drink that hits with botanicals from the Rock Town gin, layered with the citrusy brightness of lime and lemongrass. The real highlight was the house-made seasonal jam, which added a subtle sweetness and rich mouthfeel without being overpowering. It's the kind of cocktail that feels fancy but approachable, and it complemented the spicy-sweet profile of the pizza perfectly. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the overall energy of the place was vibrant yet laid-back. Whether you're out on a date, catching up with friends, or just treating yourself (as you should), Talula's has that rare balance of heart, creativity, and comfort that makes you want to keep coming back. Final Verdict: 10/10 Talula's nails the experience--amazing food, inventive drinks, and an atmosphere that feels like home with an edge. Do yourself a favor and get the Beekeeper's Lament with a Gin + Jam in hand--you won't regret it. read more

Holy Smokes!!!! I got to say, I come from a great pizza town (Detroit) where we are known for delicious square, deep dish with the most wonderful sauce but I think I have found a new obsession: sour dough pizza. We were in a group of 8 so we ordered a few different pies (oh that's right, east coast speak) so we could try different styles. First of all, let me say I was immediately intrigued by the 4 hour tomato sauce. Why does it take four hours? does it cook out the acidity more and give it a smokier taste? Or does it increase the acidity? Well come to find out it balances out the sugar and acidity, who knew? (Well I guess it's commonly known but ok, whatever). It brings out the umami flavor... like I even know what umami is?!!? But come to find out I love it. So the pizzas we ordered: Margie: obviously a version of a margherita which is usually one of my faves anyway. New Yorker: three types of cheeses (gouda, mozzarella and provolone I believe) Nduja: like a spicier chorizo pizza plus pepperoni and pepperoncini. Sweet and spicy all in one. Beekeeper's Lament: honey, some sort of ham type and mozzarella then the White pizzas: I'm a Really Fungi: Mushroom pizza obvi Birria: shockingly interesting take on a taco pizza except not a taco pizza. It was a deconstructed birria taco and oddly worked. Midwinter Lemon Aid: by far the most unique pizza I've ever had. Vegan BBQ Show: Shockingly good! Normally I don't like vegan cheese but this was... what was the word I used... shockingly good! Now I'm not going to lie, put cilantro on almost anything I will give it a positive review, so maybe take me enjoying with a grain of cilantro. We also ordered the Vegan Caesar, but i don't want to bring the convo down with salad talk (but it was awesome). By far my favorite was the mushroom and the margh, but i genuinely loved every single, even the honey one which normally I'm not a honey guy. If I could combine the funghi, the margh, add some of that nduja and cilantro, I think I might be in pizza heaven. The service was truly impeccable and friendly. I can't wait to come back. read more

The vibe from the staff was very unwelcoming. The restaurant had only 3 other tables with ppl but plenty of staff around and I was not helped at all during my meal. They took a long time to take my order and then later to come and ask if I'd like the bill, no service in between. The pizza was okay, lacking much to be desired. If it was amazing I would've forgiven the service. Porta is MUCH better which is in the area if you want real artisan pizza. read more

Talula's - Margie pizza 4 out of 10 - Pizza Near Me - Asbury Park, New Jersey

Talulah's is a farm to table pizza restaurant. All the ingredients are in season and fresh. The dough has a nice chew to it and is perfectly cooked. We had the mustard and cheddar pizza and the smoked mushroom pizza. I loved the mustard and cheddar pizza! It was very unique. Under the layer of cheese it had a layer of Dijon mustard, and it was topped with kale and apples. The smoked mushroom pizza was very good! It was topped with potatoes, goat cheese, and fontina cheese. It wasn't as cheesy as the mustard and cheddar pizza. That's another reason I preferred the mustard and cheddar better. All the desserts are house made even the ice cream. I had the apple cider donut cake which was AMAZING! The cake was so moist and layered with salted apple pie filling. I can't wait to go back and try the other pizzas and desserts! I highly recommend Talulah's in Asbury Park! read more

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Handmade, brick oven Neapolitan pizza - AMAZING. Friendly and good service except for one guy. Lol. Not the most comfortable or intimate seating but who cares?! read more

We started with the Bread and the Mozzarella sticks. The bread was fine but the mozzarella sticks were dry. The sauce that came with the sticks was lacking flavor and tasted burnt. Not pictured but we also got the margarita pizza. The crust has burnt spots but sauce was fine. I was very dissatisfied as a lot of people rave about the food here. read more

Talula's - Mozzarella Sticks/Bread and Butter - Pizza Near Me - Asbury Park, New Jersey

Stopped into Talula's and only tried the bread, a pizza, and a Manhattan. The bread was definitely the standout -- super fresh, moist, and full of flavor. The pizza was good overall, though I found the crust a bit on the dry side. I also had a Manhattan, which unfortunately wasn't the best I've had -- a little unbalanced and not something I'd order again. Overall, nice spot with some good elements! read more

Food was tasty, service was terrible. Waiter was clearly eating lunch and only checked in 1 time with our table of 8, my dad never got a refill on a coffee he ordered and kitchen orders came out 15-20 min before the pizza orders and my meal was starting to congeal while we waited. read more

Ok this place is so cute. The vibes are great, the music is lovely and the staff is so kind. The food was SO GOOD. the Rueben was quite messy and greasy LOL but it was sooo good. The Shirley temple was also lovely. Not too sweet and perfect size. The turmeric drink is spicy with the ginger but so refreshing and delicious. The kimchi bowl was very fresh and filling. A great little lunch spot! The cafeteria tables aren't my fave but luckily it wasn't packed so we weren't crammed next to other people. Definitely a great spot! read more

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Delicious every time we have ordered. Especially love the vegan Caesar salad. Whenever I visit friends in asbury, we get talula's and it's great. read more

Was not impressed whatsoever. Chewy, floppy, doughy pizza. Meatball calzone left me asking myself where the meatballs were Ingredients were all fresh read more

Talula's - Hot 12" Beekeepers Lament Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Asbury Park, New Jersey

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The mozzarella sticks make my last supper list! So delicious. Great vibes and friendly service. A family favorite.

I absolutely Loved it! The pizza was served fresh and hot! A perfect summer spot for those visiting or locals!

Delicious brunch! Came here on a freezing Sunday and didn't know what to expect. We were seated without reservations thankfully and were impressed by the thoughtful menu. Although known for its pizzas there were various options of biscuits and other brunch fare. We went with their brunch specials of lamb and fennel pizza. It was delicious! Their drinks were even better. The hot chocolate looked great and so did their dessert menu that we will have to come back for next time! read more

Talula's - White Russian and coffee stout - Pizza Near Me - Asbury Park, New Jersey

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Excellent spot for happy hour! My friend and I got dinner here with two drinks each, a pie, and one slice all for $50 including tip! I will for sure be back to enjoy everything I had again. The Gin & Jam drink was refreshing and light like a lemonade. The pizza was light and I could taste the subtle hint of tang in the dough. read more

I've been gluten free for years and this was the best homemade gluten free pizza I have ever had. We drove 2 hours for it and I'd do it again next weekend. :p The service was also really nice and the overall vibes are awesome. read more

Two people in our party are gluten free, so we decided to give this place a try. We ate at Crust and Crumble before and had a terrible experience with their rude staff and owner. This place's gluten free pizza was like no other. It was unique, with a homemade crust and delicious topping. I ordered a vegan Caesar salad, but there was way too much dressing on it. Granted, I had the option of sending it back and getting a new one, but we were tired and I just didn't want to bother. The salad wasn't actually ceasar either. It was made with curly leaf lettuce and had a crumb topping instead of croutons. We would definitely go back for the pizza, and friendly service. read more

Drove 50+miles to celebrate my birthday. Food and service were both lukewarm. Waiter took the wrong order. I had asked for the Newarker with toppings but got the Margie. I didn't notice because of the toppings (arugula) and not to mention all the pizzas were too salty. The other was Buffalo cauliflower which was just salty + vinegary. When I mentioned it to the waiter that he got the wrong pizza when paying the bill, his response was 'Okay. You need change?'. Mozz sticks while good was not worth $18, given the cheesy sauce they gave for dip was too thick. Spring pea toast (sourdough bread) and chilli carbonara were good. Overall a disappointing experience. read more

Talula's - Buffalo Cauliflower and Margie with toppings. - Pizza Near Me - Asbury Park, New Jersey

Decided to try this place out, based upon the rave reviews on Yelp. We wanted to eat inside, but the music was ridiculously loud so we ate outside, which wasn't awful because it was a beautiful evening. There were several items on the menu that had sold out, which was disappointing. The pizza looked ridiculously overpriced, so I opted for the kale salad, which was OK, but nothing to write home about. The white stuff was friendly, but the wait for for drinks and food or excessively long. Our server forgot to bring a side of mayo which we asked for twice, so we just gave up and decided not to ask again. Not sure if I'd go back as overall this place was lacking, maybe it was just a bad day for them? read more

The pizza here is always good. And the ambiance is fun with artwork on the wall. You get to see the chefs prepare your food. And the drinks here are very good too. read more

The food was fantastic! The mozzarella sticks were the best I've ever had. Meatballs and margarita pizza were delicious! The place is small but worth the wait. Service was also great! read more

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This place is great! Super cute vibe, really friendly staff, and the food is EXCELLENT. I love that basically everything is made in house. Starter: bread & butter, requested a side of olive oil. They unexpectedly added honey to the olive oil -- it was a super unique flavor/combination that I've never had before. I don't even know how to explain it because if you asked me if I would do it again, I would probably tell you that I don't know, but it was addictive AF. I couldn't stop eating it. The housemade sourdough was the bomb. Entrees: the Margie (red sauce, fresh mozz, olive oil, basil, sea salt) and the famed Beekeeper's Lament (red sauce, hot calabrian soppressata, fresh mozz, honey). Totally worth the hype. They're not at all stingy with their toppings, the soppressata was sliced perfectly thin so that it would not be too overwhelming, and the crust was fluffy and flavorful. Do the slices fall apart a little bit? Sure. That's to be expected with this type of pizza. Dessert: apple cider doughnuts with a side of housemade cinnamon whipped cream. I love that they have these outside of the fall! Absolutely will be back. read more

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Service: everyone was really friendly. The food was brought out soon after we ordered. It's a bit loud, so when the server was explaining the food we had a tough time hearing him. The place is not very large, so it's recommended to make a reservation especially for larger party. Food: pizza was delicious and flavorful. They put a lot of toppings, so I think that's why the crust was not as crispy. That would be my only suggestion. Would love to come back in the summer time! read more

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

Ordered: Vegan Caesar Salad (~$14): kale, radicchio, preserved lemon, crispy chickpeas, fried capers, and vegan caesar dressing Meatball Bowl (~$14): 3 meatballs cooked in 4-hour tomato sauce with ricotta, aged gouda, and garlic toast Diet Boylan Cola (~$3) Aya's take: First time in Asbury Park and we decided to grab dinner here after a day on the beach. The Vegan Caesar was unique although I would have preferred other greens compared to kale. The Meatballs were rich and hearty. The garlic toast was crispy and warm, complementing the meatballs and sauce well. Cute ambiance! read more

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