Nice space with good beer and comfort food…read more The room is large enough for a good sized private party. The Fish and Chips were light and crispy. The service was attentive. There was no live music when we were there (not a complaint).

Beer good. Hummus good. Pretzels very good. Grouper sandwich absolute disgusting…read more The fish smelled like sardine. Told the waiter, asked if I wanted something else. I said no. Still billed me for it. That's fine.

A cute place to enjoy a meal out by the water but away from all the crowds at the beach. There's…read morelots of seating outside and it's couches so you can relax as you eat and watch the paddle borders on the water.

Definitely great service. Got a wonderful salad with apples, cranberries, and blue cheese on it. We…read morealso had their brussels sprouts which were kind of brown, but they were crunchy and tasty. The rest of my group got burgers and shrimp blackens tacos not one complaint amongst us then we walked outside at 5 o'clock on Sunday and there was a band playing.Backbeat... we ended up cozying up to the couch and ordering some after dinner coffees a very pleasant afternoon!

A very charming, smaller restaurant right on the main strip in asbury Park with some unique and…read moreabsolutely delicious innovations A very charming and high-end restaurant serving food with Care. This is a wonderful place to go on a date or with friends. They have a really unique menu so expect to get something delicious and fun. It's a smaller place so you may want to make a reservation or just get there early. It's on the main street in Asbury PARK so you'll have to find parking. It's across the street from the ale House. They also have an absolutely beautiful bar! One of the nicest ones I've seen in a long time. I love the beers on tap that they have here. Highly recommended if you're looking for a delicious, fun spot with food cooked with care

I came here recently with my best friend and partner and we had a great time! The drinks were…read morereally good and I love the ambiance here. The bartender, Jose, was so good! He was new and very quick with the drinks, explaining new options on the menu. We stayed a little past close and he was patient and very funny. I'll be back!

My wife and I have been to Cross & Orange several times and it never disappoints. Whether guests…read morecome for a delicious dinner or happy hour, the food and service is always outstanding. If you are fans of happy hour, C&O is by far the best in the area. Selection of foods is diverse and drinks awesome. We usually wait until the off season when Asbury quiets down to visit C&O. Treat yourself!!!

My family and I ventured to Cross + Orange in celebration of my Cousin's retirement. I truly…read moreenjoyed the ambiance and effort that went into her celebration. We had a pre-fixe menu for the event consisting of salads + entrees. I enjoyed the appetizers and my salmon selection. What really "wowed" me were the desserts. All of them were delectable! Our serves were very accommodating. Quick tip: park in the garage nearby. Street parking can be tricky. Also, make sure to update your license plate to the car you're actually driving if using the park mobile app. Parking tickets start at $50. Don't make rookie mistakes like me. If I ever find myself in Asbury Park on a Friday night, I'd certainly stop in for dinner and beverages.

A fun place to stop into for an after dinner drink. Friendly bartender, lively patrons, and quirky…read moredecor. Even bought a tank top with their name on it as a souvenir.

Haven't tried the food but came here with some friends for drinks. The bar is open until 2 AM…read more(sidenote I noticed that the clock by the bar is 10 minutes ahead). Classic dive bar feel, staff was friendly and knew/had good conversations with a lot of the regulars. FYI they are quite strict with the close time and shuffle everyone into the small vestibule/ make them go around the back to exit.

Moderation is no longer in the vocabulary of most modern restauranteurs as in the current economic…read moreclimate, you're either in a food truck or shouting "go big or go home" at the top of your lungs. New Italian eatery Raia's in Long Branch NJ has clearly decided that the well-heeled diner is clearly worth their weight in bitcoin. Upscalia seeps from the pores of this fine dining oasis with ingredients, service and presentation that scream "special occasion" and quietly whisper zero tolerance for flip flops and backward baseball caps. In other words, don't even try doing your best Tommy Bahama impersonation. Bottom line, the food is terrific. Five easy stars.

Great new spot. Creative cocktails, delicious food, great service…read more The Tagliatelle Tartufo is an absolute must. The pasta is cooked perfectly and the Tartufo flavor is outstanding. By far our favorite, if I could eat it every night I would. I also really enjoyed the Branzino and he loved the pork chop. I tried the Il Grande Sbagliato, which was both bitter and refreshing. Not sweet, well balanced. And also Giuseppe's Gin Swizzle, which was described as two drinks in one and it really is. It is a creative cocktail and I enjoyed that one as well. I also like the small touches, like their logo on the wine glasses. It set a nice ambiance. Parking is a little tough, they offer valet service. Food tip: Tagliatelle Tartufo Drink tip: Giuseppe's Gin Swizzle. Il Grande Sbagliato

This was a cute speakeasy with a really intimate, moody vibe. The space is very dark, which adds to…read morethe atmosphere and gives it that classic speakeasy feel. The service was prompt and attentive, though it did feel a bit rushed at times, as if they were trying to move things along quickly. The drinks were nicely made and enjoyable, clearly showing care in the cocktails themselves. However, the experience would be much more complete with a food menu. Even a small selection of bites would complement the drinks and encourage guests to stay longer. Overall, it's a solid spot with great potential, especially if they expand the offerings beyond cocktails.

Laylow is a speakeasy vibe located downstairs in Reyla. Gets busy on the weekends. Inventive,…read morecreative cocktails. Menu changes regularly. Have been a few times and have enjoyed various cocktail creations. Since the menu changes frequently, I won't provide any tips but the bartenders are very knowledgeable and will help you decide if needed.

Happy Hour at this Asbury Park bar. Friendly bartenders and patrons…read more The venue is nice and noise level not too bad. We didn't try any food but would try if we came back.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience at AP Rooftop was disappointing enough to…read moremotivate me. The rooftop itself is beautiful. The views are fantastic, the atmosphere is great, and we were genuinely excited to spend the evening there. I arrived with two friends and my service dog. Unfortunately, the service was extremely slow. We waited quite a while just to place our food order, and after ordering, we waited approximately an hour for our food to arrive. During that time, my dog had not even been offered water. If you don't want animals in your establishment we were more than happy to move on. We later learned there was a shift change taking place, which may explain some of the delays, but it certainly did not improve the experience. We also ordered an Aperol Spritz that was being advertised downstairs. It arrived noticeably flat, but we chose not to complain because we were trying to enjoy the evening. To provide some context, our table ordered ceviche, sliders, and two pizzas. This was not a particularly large or complicated order, yet we still waited approximately an hour for the food to arrive. When it finally did, some of it was served less than hot. Despite the delays and quality issues, we remained patient and polite, we wanted to enjoy the evening and the beautiful setting and we were hungry after a ling day at the beach. The most frustrating part happened after we had already been seated for over an hour and our food had finally arrived. A manager approached to confirm that my dog was a service animal because he had been instructed to do so. We answered his questions and explained that we would be leaving soon anyway. A few minutes later, General Manager Connor Anderson came to our table and insisted that my dog either be placed on the floor immediately or that we move outside. What made the situation so unreasonable was the timing. We had already been seated for over an hour, our drinks had been served, our order had been taken, and our food had finally arrived. I had literally just taken my first bite of pizza when this issue was suddenly raised. Had management addressed this concern when we were first seated, I would have respected their position and made a decision then. Instead, they waited until after we had spent over an hour at the restaurant and had finally begun eating before forcing the issue. My friends and I were actually considering moving outside, but the manner in which the conversation was handled felt unnecessarily confrontational and hostile. Rather than continue an uncomfortable interaction, we asked for our food to be packed to go and left. To their credit, the staff ultimately removed the flat Aperol Spritz from our bill and also removed a beer that we never had the opportunity to drink because the situation had already escalated and we were leaving. While I appreciate that gesture, it did not make up for the overall experience or the way the situation was handled. Several employees appeared visibly uncomfortable during the interaction and seemed frustrated by the way the situation was being handled. While the service staff had been polite throughout the evening, the management approach completely changed the tone of the experience. Instead of resolving the issue professionally, it felt as though customer experience, common sense, and the efforts of the staff were being disregarded. We left feeling that the situation had been unnecessarily escalated when a calm conversation could have easily resolved it. AP Rooftop has an incredible location and beautiful views, but hospitality is about more than scenery. What should have been an enjoyable evening ended with us feeling unwelcome and rushed out after already investing significant time and money into the experience. The view earns five stars. Unfortunately, the service, timing, and management of this situation did not.