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    The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach

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    Casey L.

    Loved this place! Came for the DMB tribute band. Excellent show and views! Brought chairs to sit in but there were plenty around if you didn't have any. Next time I will go earlier to swim in the water. Such a cool place and the food trucks were great.

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    Monica D.

    This place continues to get better and better however now that everyone knows about it it's quite difficult to get a good spot unless you get here early. They added a daiquiri bar, second bar in the back and lots more. The drink prices have stayed the same and admission has gone DOWN to $5 if you leave before a ticketed band is there which is usually about $20 and so worth it. They added a real stage and the sound is amazing.

    Food from food trucks- love the pizza!
    Irene C.

    Very nice beach bar with owned private beach. They have several food trucks outside of the bar and you can order foods and bring them in to the bar. During the weekends, they charged you $10 entry fee if you entered before 2pm; and $5 if you entered after 2pm. Entry fee is very reasonable given they have bands playing live music.

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    Victor S.

    Great place to enjoy sun, live music, booze, & food trucks. They have volleyball nets, free chairs, & whale watching via the sea streak.

    Mel M.

    HIGHLANDS: we were lucky enough to spend time at The Sandbox at Seastreak's beach bar on their last day of the season. An outdoor space, cocktails and select beers can be ordered from the bar and you can get food from gourmet food trucks that vary by date. You can also bring in your own food. Leashed dogs are allowed and there are plenty of picnic tables and seating around fire pits that dot the beach. Hearing the calm water lapping against the sand is so relaxing. And seeing the views of Sandy Hook, Staten Island, the Verrazano Bridge, Brooklyn, and Manhattan adds to what makes this spot so special. There are also live band performances and we were treated to the sounds of @rafferty4119 who sand some great classics and a few original songs. The @seastreak ferry terminal is on the same property and dogs are allowed on rides to Manhattan. This a seasonal place; check their social media for opening date next year! Please clean up after your pet.

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    Marc K.

    Nice spot for a beach bar. Dog friendly supposedly during the daytime. We went for a band in the evening. They charged $5 for entry, had 4 food trucks parked outside or it. Lots of seating to watch the music. Plenty of picnic tables with coverings. Good for sunset but you don't necessarily see the sun going down due to condos blocking the setting.

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    Funky beach bar-cold beer, food trucks galore, parking galore. What a view! Staff with a sense of humor too.

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    Ambiance is Amazing! Food trucks, 2 bars, lots of seating, on the water. Great music! Love it here!!

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    The Connecticut Maine lobster role was fresh and flavorful and the beach setting made it a delightful experience.

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    The Sandbox is very cool place to hang out and have a couple of drinks,but the food trucks are way overpriced. Best bet eat before you go

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    This is a really fun place for everyone. Bring the family for music and fun on the beach.

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    Ask the Community - The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach

    Can you bring outside food and drinks?

    You can bring outside food not drinks. You can bring in water they've never said anything about that or juice boxes for kids but alcohol is a no go.

    Is it Dog friendly?

    Yup! Must be on a leash

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    HIGHLANDS: we were lucky enough to spend time at The Sandbox at Seastreak's beach bar on their last day of the season.

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    4.4(64 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Came here to watch the final Knicks game and was surprised to see it rather empty. This place needs…read moreto be put on the map! It is super clean and weep kept open bar. Mia one of the bartenders is so friendly and hospitable! Making conversation and recommendations. They have a good craft beer selection. The wings with Cajun dry rub were amazing !! So crispy and flavorful. Pizza good too.

    Our first visit to Saltwater social and it was very good. The place is bright and cheerful with…read moresome comfy cushioned seating along the wall across from the bar with small but intimate round high too tables. It was early Sunday night and the bar was full but the dining area wasn't so we stayed in the bar. Service was excellent, the bartender came around and made sure we were comfortable, handed us menus and brought water. She told us the specials and shortly after our server came by. I was a bit disappointed at the lack of seafood on the menu. My picky girlfriend would have enjoyed some flounder or scallops but they only had a seared salmon and blacked shrimp. The Mrs. Got a burger and it was adequate, nothing to write home about. I got the chicken parm and it was ample and terrific. The tomato sauce was stellar! Sadly I wanted the scallops with risotto. This place has potential, the service is great, the atmosphere is fantastic, plus I know the chef has the chops from visiting his last place, the red store in Navasink. We'll be back but I'll be sure to check for seafood offerings before I go.

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    3.4(779 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    I have selected Bahrs Landing as my yearly visit for Soft Shell Crab (most commonly blue crabs that…read morehave recently molted their hard outer shell to grow. Caught immediately after shedding, the entire crab can be eaten...shell and all. They offer an intensely sweet, rich flavor and a delicate, crispy texture when cooked). Bahr's Landing prepares this sautéed crab with capers, mushrooms, lemon & butter, mashed potatoes and vegetables. My go-to appetizer is always the Grilled Cauliflower (Topped with tomato pesto, quinoa, and wild rice blend). The crispness of the cauliflower....brushed through the surrounding ingredients.....makes this the perfect starter. Aside from enjoying the mouth-watering food, you'll also feel as if you're dining on a ship, have great views of the pier, water, and the bridge leading into Sandy Hook Beach. Don't forget to visit their gift shop and view all of the maritime decor and beautiful woodwork.

    What a disappointment...been living in Monmouth County for over 45yrs...for most those years, my…read morefamily has dined here numerous times. Most recently, my older daughter, after college, married a young man from Long Island and moved there. My son-in-law and I have a friendly banter regarding who has the better seafood. They visited for the week and prior to them heading back to LI, I recommended going out to Bahrs, before they get on the parkway...easy and to prove my point, who has the better seafood...well, needless to say...my point was mute. First, let me set the stage, it's 4 adults and 3 children (7,5,3)....ordered steamers, mug of NE chowder, calamari, Caesar salad, linguine w/clam, kids cheese burger, pasta with butter, side of meatballs, fried founder and a Lava cake (baby girls bday-they were out of) replace it with a couple of scoops of ice cream...with a candle (best part). Mug of Chowder- $13 came out cold Caesar Salad- $15 couple of pieces of romaine, wishbone is a better dressing Linguine w/clam- $29 sauce was so think, uneatable (gave enough clams) still couldn't eat it Calamari- $17, only rings and rubbery, Costco has better frozen Kids cheeseburgers- $14.50 each, 4oz burgers It was a slider at best...no taste Pasta with butter- $14.50 dry, forgot the butter Steamers- $27....sandy and rubbery What has happened to this place...staff is summer help...inexperienced...it's not the fault of the help, it's the fault of the owners and management. For the record, we didn't complain to our waitress..it's not her fault. We tip her 25%, (my children worked locally, during the summers, not at Bahrs) Bill was over $300 with drinks...I'd rather spend that where I can get quality. There are many more options...guessing location plays a part...but, I'm a local and not a tourist. Sorry Bahrs, not returning......

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    4.3(120 reviews)
    2.2 mi

    Here's a refined, "elite" Yelp review that also subtly reflects the photo:…read more If you're looking for a spot that nails both presentation and flavor, Atlantic House is absolutely worth the trip. We ordered the fish tacos, birria tacos, and kettle-style potato chips--and every plate came out looking as good as it tasted. The fish tacos were beautifully assembled, piled high with crisp, fresh slaw that added the perfect crunch to the tender, flaky fish underneath. Light, clean, and balanced. The birria tacos were the star of the table. Rich, deeply seasoned meat tucked into perfectly griddled shells, served with a savory dipping broth that takes each bite to another level. Messy in the best way possible--and completely worth it. Even the kettle-style potato chips stood out. Thick-cut, golden, and topped with just the right amount of flavor to make them more than just a side--they held their own next to the tacos. The overall experience ties everything together: polished yet relaxed atmosphere, attentive service, and dishes that clearly have intention behind them. It's the kind of place where you can tell care is put into both the food and the experience. Atlantic House isn't just a good meal--it's a spot you'll want to come back to, and one I'd recommend without hesitation.

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    On The Deck Restaurant and Bar

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    3.6(289 reviews)
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    Beautiful views, excellent food, Great Service, helped us with the right decisions on our food…read morechoices.

    3.5 stars I had seen…read morepictures of On the Deck courtesy of a few friends that had been to the restaurant and bar on the harbor. It always looked like such a cool place, and I had been really interested in checking it out. I finally made it there the other day, after a brief afternoon at a local beach. When we arrived around 6:30 pm on that Friday evening, we could see that the back deck was very full and that the parking lot was also close to capacity. We were able to, thankfully, grab a spot and walked over to the restaurant, climbing the stairs to the second floor where we met the hostess. We were told that the wait for outdoor seating was 40-minutes, while indoors was 30-minutes. Glancing around, the inside dining room was casual and nautically-themed. The tables and bar were bustling. The balcony was just as busy, but offered live music, so we determined that it would be worth waiting the additional time and added our name to the list. In the meantime, we decided to hang by the outdoor bar but were unable find a spot. Thankfully, a duo was vacating one of the few high-top tables in the bar section, which were first-come, first-serve. We grabbed that table and settled in to watch the beautiful sunset over the boats docked in the harbor. The staff and the few patrons we encountered during our visit were all very friendly, which only emphasized the laidback vibe of the waterside venue. The food, however, was mediocre at best. When our dinner was delivered, we did not receive any silverware, so we had to grab that from the bar, which was also from where we had placed our order. I had requested the Pan-Seared Salmon, which was well-cooked and served with thin stalks of asparagus, dry jasmine rice, and a huge amount of buttery garlic herb sauce. It made sense that the fish was served in a bowl, because there was so much greasy butter that it would have leaked all over if it was on a flat plate. Thankfully, the bartender had given me a few side plates, so I was able to move my food out of the oily bowl. My friend also had some issues with her meal. Her cup of New England Clam Chowder was flavorful, but watery and mostly broth. Her Fried Flounder Sandwich was heavily breaded and served with an unripe tomato and mushy, oily fries. From a beverage perspective, they had surprisingly interesting cocktails, but I was thrilled to see my favorite beer, Kane Head High, on tap. We simply loved the view, live acoustic tunes from P.D. Brody, and the overall relaxing atmosphere. However, we felt that the food could have been better executed. The menu offered all kinds of seafood and higher-end bar food, but the preparation left something to be desired.

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    On The Deck Restaurant and Bar - While this surf and turf special looks impressive don't be fooled. There were tiny steak medallions under all those fries and onion straws.

    While this surf and turf special looks impressive don't be fooled. There were tiny steak medallions under all those fries and onion straws.

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