I've been to The Speakeatery a few times with friends and family while hanging out at the beach for…read morethe day. The burgers are great, and the last time I tried their cheesesteak which normally comes with cherry peppers and red onion. I asked for it plain, and it was super delicious. Portion sizes are solid, and prices are reasonable considering the area. We actually ended up here because Pasta Volo -- one of my favorite spots in Asbury Park -- was closed that day. The Speakeatery made for a great backup. You order at the counter, and the service is decent. The space is long and narrow with some stool seating up front and more table and chair seating towards the back. The grill and kitchen are situated in the middle of the restaurant. The place only has indoor seating, which fits the speakeasy vibe nicely. Overall, I'd recommend The Speakeatery for breakfast or lunch when you're visiting Asbury Park for the day.

No matter how much trouble you and your body got into the night before, the Speakeatery breakfast…read morewill make everything right with the world. The Bubba shrimp sandwich with bacon hits all of the crunchy, savory, and electrolyte-filling requirements, and the Top o' the Massacre sandwich is a tour de force of pork products: pork roll, bacon, sausage nestled between a hash brown and muenster cheese. If you didn't have a religious experience seeing Mike Gordon at the Stone Pony, then this is as close as you'll get for the rest of the year.

Adorable and lively cafe with an amazingly delicious brunch menu and a super friendly staff. I…read morewould definitely return again!

Came up to Jersey for a basketball tournament at Hoop Group Headquaters and needed a place for…read morebreakfast. The Buttered Biscuit had high reviews and was extremely close. This place is located on the corner and parking appears to be street parking only. I stopped by around 11:30 and was able to be seated immediately. They have bar seating which is first come first serve as well as tables throughout. Bar seating was much quicker. After about 5 mins my waitress came and took my order. Challah French Toast, Homefries and Bacon. 15/20 minutes go by and my food came. The Homefries are a good portion. They are seasoned well. The bacon was warm and crispy as well. The challah French toast was delicious. I enjoyed my meal overall. Overall this is a good place that met my expectations. The food was as expected and the portion size was good as well. They do charge a fee for using your card as shown on my receipt. A tad bit tacky to me but I understand.

I was so upset when Clementines closed. It was one of my favorites. HOWEVER, Clementeams has it…read morebeaten. The food was exceptional and the service and staff extremely warm and welcoming. I will be back many times!!!

Excellent meal! Even better than before! So glad they stayed open as food was exceptional!read more

My friend and I were in town for an event and looking for a place to grab an early dinner…read morebeforehand when I came across Moonstruck. The restaurant was located in a multi-floor home on Wesley Lake, just around the corner from the hustle and bustle of Cookman Avenue. The first floor was more of a bar and lounge, and they had a live jazz band on the evening we visited. We checked in with the hostess and were escorted up to the second floor dining room, which was a charming spot that was breezy and comfortable, yet refined. The floor also had its own bar. Our server was on top of things, but was also clearly newer to the place. Regardless, once we got settled, she took our drink orders, which had taken us some time to decide on since the menu was creative and vast. I went with A Sidecar Named Desire, which included Courvoisier VSOP, Cointreau, Chinola passionfruit liqueur, and fresh lemon juice. I adore passion fruit and had always liked sidecars as well, so I figured it was worth a try, and I loved it! It had a good balance of tart sweetness and smokiness. My friend similarly enjoyed her spicy margarita, and we both imbibed while picking on some bread and herb butter. For our meal, we decided to start by sharing the Greek Salad, which was a massive bowl of romaine topped with tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, red onions, and Kalamata olives. We left off the feta cheese, but enjoyed the seasoned dressing made of red wine vinegar, honey, salt, oregano, and olive oil. It was a fresh and flavorful mix of vegetables that was a pleasure to eat. The entree options were endless and offered something for everyone. I wound up going with the Chilean Sea Bass, which was served over sweet onions and potatoes in a tomato herb reduction. The fish was tender and perfectly cooked. It was a light and tasty dish that seemed perfect for the Spring season. After our meals we were a bit too full for dessert, but we decided to get a second round of drinks, mainly because I was dying to try their Pistachio Espresso-Tini. Wow, was that drink delicious! It blended Ketel One Vodka, Mozart White Chocolate Liqueur, natural pistachio flavor, and fresh espresso. The coffee notes were not super prevalent, but the creaminess, nuttiness was the real highlight. It was a decadent way to end a delicious meal. After we settled the bill and headed downstairs, I noticed several bowls of after-dinner mints, which were a nice touch. From the relaxed atmosphere to the interesting and expansive menu, Moonstruck was a terrific option for our Asbury dinner experience.

My husband and I recently had dinner at Moonstruck, and unfortunately, it was one of the most…read moredisappointing dining experiences we've ever had. Our server, Michael, provided by far the worst service we've ever received. He appeared to be under the influence of something, as he spent long periods simply standing around making odd faces while our table and several others waited and waited for him to acknowledge us. We were left wondering if anyone was going to take care of us. When my husband politely asked about our meal, Michael became rude instead of apologetic or helpful. The food itself had good flavor, but it arrived cold, like it was not served right away, which was disappointing. To end the meal, we ordered a cappuccino, but it was so poorly made that it tasted like nothing but warm milk. It was completely undrinkable. What makes this especially disappointing is that I've always loved Moonstruck. It's been one of my favorite restaurants because of its excellent food and outstanding service. If this is the level of service the new owners are willing to accept, I worry about the restaurant's future. I truly hope management addresses these issues because Moonstruck has always been top notch!

Local smoke is consistently delicious and one of my families go to places!…read more Keep up the great work

Really great food here! I've had pulled chicken, brisket, grilled chicken, and their brisket over…read moresweet potato fries in the last few months. All delicious. I will make sure to take photos next time! However, I did manage to take a picture of their delicious fudge brownies for dessert. Best part? 2 fairly large sized brownies for $7. Seems like a bargain these days. Service is also fast and the staff is friendly. Go eat here if you enjoy good BBQ food!

Ate upstairs at the Greenroom . Service was excellent. Lauren was wonderful! Drinks were tasty,…read morefood came out in just a few minutes after ordering. Lauren offered to put our leftovers in the refrigerator while we went downstairs for drinks and live music! Got a passport from Lauren for the FIFA games ! Great bar ! Will be back soon .

Food decent, service fine and an eclectic ambience. But you're paying a steep price for the…read moreexperience. Mainly due to the high prices for drinks. A few apps, a bottle of wine and a couple of beers coming in at $150 after tip. This makes for a questionable value for the R bar. But, give them a try, as your mileage may vary.

Everything was delicious! My favorite was the brisket Philly Cheesesteak, and the price of our…read moremeal was so low. We had that, plus Tom's chicken sandwich, Texas sausage, collard greens - a meal by themselves - and the corn casserole. The bill was $63 for all that. It's a 10 minute walk from the Asbury hotel, which is what we did, and we ate in our room.

After having bbq in the south, my standards for good bbq shot way way up and I've been left…read moredisappointed by Jersey bbq a number of times. Not at Mutiny though - the brisket sandwich was phenomenal. Meat super tender and juicy, the sauces were all excellent, my wings were exploding with juice- and honestly so jumbo I came in really hungry and could only eat 4 of 6 wings. If I have one comment it's that the wings need more salt (please salt em!) but the Alabama white sauce was some of the best I've had anywhere. Banana pudding was a little bit of a flop, I've had much better (no nilla wafers?) it was melty and looked like it had been sitting out for a long time (though I don't think it had, but the consistency was soupy). Still the brisket is worth its 5 solid stars. I'll be back to try their other meats

Cute beachy pub. Friendly, welcoming, happy hour specials, love music (been here other times and…read morethey have trivia). Easy place to pop into.

Great locals bar and restaurant Solid food and bar…read moreexperience Excellent service Street parking can be difficult