Great brunch joint with some awesome food options. From Shakshukah to Lobster Benedict or Lobster Shrimp and Grits the high end options will hit the spot if your looking for a twist on breakfast staples. If you're looking for the standard fare, they have that too and some in between. Had a group of 8 with 4 kids and we all left happy. The bacon lollipops with apple inside were a table hit and the Shakshukah was my favorite (even if I didn't order it)! An added plus is that they serve your coffee or tea order in a carafe or press at the table so no having to track a waitstaff member to get a refill. The French press Jamaican blue mountain was a personal favorite of mine. Definitely worth a try and worth taking a trip to the area to check out. Parking cost is a bit of a negative but overall worth the expense. read more

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I was highly disappointed in turning point for the exceptionally slow service. I went with a party and the food was fine but some of the items were missing and when we asked about them, we were told they were out of parts of the order after our food had already come. If you're out of something, that's totally fine, we get that, but they didn't tell us until our food was already on the table. And the food came out first. It took 45 minutes for us to start receiving our drinks and not a single drink came before our food. And at least 3 of the drinks weren't correct and we had to ask for them to be fixed. There were also other items we asked for that never came like butter, a lid for one of the drinks, small things like that. I get that the servers were busy but it was a little ridiculous how long our drinks took and the server hadn't even come over to let us know what was taking so long. This place came recommended to us but is not somewhere I would recommend to others. read more

Turning Point - Hibiscus Lemonade - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

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Took my father here for lunch, one of his favorite places. He got the Jersey turkey club and I got the Apple Turkey Melt. My sandwich was really good. Moist turkey with thick applewood bacon, lettuce, tomato,, and... cinnamon apples. That's right - thought I'd not like it... LOVED it - such a tasty addition, Would've given 5 stars but the potatoes on the side were kind of dry and spicy which took away a bit of the flavor profile I was enjoying on sandwich. Maybe potato chips or side salad would have gone better. But slight miss on otherwise great meal! read more

While the wait was about twenty minutes I have to say it was worth the wait. My wife had the GOAT Omelet without bacon sub Avocado and I had the Key West Omelet. Jordan was our Server who just didn't disappoint. She was on point offering suggestions and was there when we needed her but didn't hover at all. My Kona Coffee Press was tasty but don't forget to drink it as the water in a coffee press inherently cools versus an insulated carafe of coffee . The cup of fresh fruit was a nice add-on. Jordan and the Hosting Staff made us feel right at home. We were not rushed, we could have sat there all day. The food was served in a normal amount of time as was our water, juices and coffee. We'll surely be back if we get to Long Branch. read more

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First impression - the host was not pleasant and a bit rude. Good news - he's also our waiter! First up, water glasses with food all over. See pic - gross. Brought out out bacon lollipop - they were good. But by the time forks / knives / napkins showed up, getting cold. When they arrived - all 3 dishes had food on then. VILE ! Is there no dishwasher here?? My Wilbur Skillet was BAD - the best part was the black old avocados. All were as black and gross as the ones in the pics. Left the stems on the tomatoes. Weak - sloppy work. Club sandwich would have been okay but was served with stone cold toasted bread. The eggs Benedict got good reviews from one in my group. Bottom line - Filthy plates / glasses, unattractive and spoiled produce, lackluster service and never an apology. What a meal! Pass. read more

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PHENOMENAL restaurant. My family and I went for breakfast and not only was the food fresh and delicious, the service was the icing on the cake. Our server Jaden was cheerful, helpful and truly the epitome of hospitality. He definitely deserves a $20 Amazon gift card as a thank you from management to him! read more

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Came back again and really wanted to try something different but the Shrimp and Grits once again called to me and I savored every minute eating this delicious dish! The Cookie Explosion drink is always my favorite and I haven't deviated from that either. It never fails! Awesome experience and great crew working here! Always an enjoyable experience!!! read more

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We live in north Jersey & have been coming down to Long Branch to enjoy the beach. On our last visit we had breakfast here. We enjoyed the ambience of the restaurant & how comfortable & relaxing it felt. I forgot the name of our waitress but she was really nice & provided great service. The quantity of the food & the large cups of coffee was great. I ordered a cappuccino & it came in the largest mug I've ever seen. Our son & I had waffles & my husband had the breakfast combo with pancakes eggs sausage & potatoes & said it was delicious. We're looking forward to having breakfast here again! read more

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Stopped here for a quick coffee with a family. Ordered latte, iced americano, and a Rwanda pour over coffee. The lady at POS was absent for minutes -- we had to ask server at the restaurant to grab the lady. Coffee was terrible. Just terrible, coming from a coffee enthusiast. Pour over was done without any technique - the lady was literally just pouring it down through the filter. It did not capture any of the bean flavor. Iced americano was like just iced water to the point if the lady missed a shot to add. Latte was ok, but nothing special. Literally pouring steamed milk into the espresso. No adding technique or art was observed. read more

Solid 4.5. Our first time. January Sunday. Packed with a line. That alone says so much. We saw two open seats at counter. Key counter server was great. Even though 10:30 am, I wanted a Cubano sandwich. My friend egg rancheros. Well done plates presented. Good portions. People near us having cakes and bacon and other eggs. All looked amazing. Watched our counter server making amazing smoothies and teas. Prices extremely reasonable for what you get. And then you walk the gorgeous boardwalk. We had watched the sunrise at 7 and walked by beach to build up good 10:30 appetites. My first time in Long Branch. Turning point a very nice part of my first 28 hour experience there. We stayed at a great new hotel nearby. How great to park, then have great time at spa, some nice restaurants, and nice restaurants. Lots of luxury condos in construction too. read more

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Great brunch spot in a cute little area right by the beach. I got the harvest toast (without bacon) and it was delicious!! The service was great as well - I was on my way to the airport and my server offered me some coffee for the road. Would definitely go back! read more

Turning Point - Harvest Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

The menu didn't really appeal to me. I would have liked to have a mimosa but in order to have one you have to buy a whole bottle of champagne and a whole carafe of juice. That's a bit ridiculous if you are with other people that are not drinking mimosas. I was going to get a skillet but it was lacking a lot of ingredients I would had had to add for an up charge. Anywhere else breakfast skillets come with a meat and veggies in the potatoes. I ended up just ordering a stack of pancakes, they were not really good. They were edible, but I would not order them again. Someone else at my table got the Huevos Rancheros omelet and they said it was good. I chose to go to the turning point over another brunch/breakfast place for the view and ended up watching the sidewalk washers instead of the ocean. They sprayed the windows with water and left the ground wet and filthy. I really don't feel like wading through dirty water to get to my car. The turning point is only open certain hours, why not wash the ground while patrons are not inside. We had to wait until they were done in order to leave. There are better restaurants in the area with better menus. Do yourself a favor and go elsewhere. read more

Turning Point - Trying to have breakfast with the sidewalk washers blocking my view - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

Whenever we are in the area of Pier Village, we don't miss a chance to have lunch at The Turning Point. The food is always so fresh and the portions are substantial. The service is superb as well. This time my husband enjoyed the Blueberry pancakes which came with warm maple syrup and marmalades of his choice, and I had the walnut cranberry chicken salad on a multi grain bread. Mine also came with a lovely salad with a lemon vinaigrette dressing. They also gave us our own pot of coffee so we didn't have to bother them for refills. They got it right! read more

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LONG BRANCH: Turning Point Restaurants are a small local breakfast, brunch, and lunch chain with a location in Pier Village! Their outdoor tables are dog friendly, but dogs must stay on the opposite side of the fence. We found this very hard to do, especially if the area is busy with people! If your dog is exceptionally well behaved, this might be a good spot for you. Vegan pancakes, home fries, and coffee were enjoyed on a cool morning as the sun rised. read more

Turning Point - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

I always come here for breakfast or brunch whenever we're in Long Branch. It's a cute little restaurant and there's something about eating breakfast right by the ocean. The menu has all the typical breakfast/brunch items you'd expect - eggs platters, omelettes, waffles, pancakes, skillets, French toasts, and the likes. Most of what I've had there had been delicious. I especially like the waffles and skillets. The staff is friendly and the service is quick. The restaurants has both indoor and outdoor seating. It's a popular joint and can get very crowded, especially on the weekends. So plan to come early if you don't want to wait. read more

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The food was okay. Not terrible. Perfectly average. The coffee unfortunately was terrible. A real shame since we went there specifically to have breakfast and good coffee. The coffee was truly terrible. If you are a coffee connoisseur, like myself, just keep this in mind. You won't be disappointed in the food. It is perfectly average and acceptable, but don't think you will be getting a high end coffee. The coffee is . Starbucks is next door. Starbucks is of course not good either, but it will often do as a drinkable source of caffeine. This restaurants coffee is not drinkable. read more

Great service and the food was fantastic. The pancakes, Waffles, and potatoes were really good. My family also did enjoy the omelet. I would highly recommend coming here for breakfast especially if you go to long branch. read more

This was a great discovery! Fast service, delicious food, and THE RIGHT PRICE wow what makes this brunch spot stand out from the rest! Located right on the Jersey Shore shopping strip, this place could easily charge a fortune for their meals, but we ordered brunch and lunch for three adults and the total was less than $70! We couldn't have asked for a better brunch spot! read more

Turning Point - Avocado Smash Benny - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

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I have never been to this part of New Jersey before and at every turn, I am delighted to discover new places like The Turning Point of Long Branch. My son lives in the area and recommended that we come here for breakfast. Well, even though we had some rough, rainy weather, I was completely impressed with Long Branch itself, on the water, a quaint area with quaint businesses across from the water and pier across the street. The Turning Point was perfect for an area like Long Branch. Walking in, I could not help to notice the bright, cheery and welcoming atmosphere. It was like we were invited into someone's dining room on the water. A small breakfast bar at the entrance with a dark wall unit behind it, with coffee machines and neat little decorations reflecting the type of area we were in, like the model sailboat surrounded by Halloween decorations for the time of year. Bright white walls, high ceilings and windows everywhere capture the light from the outside and coastal atmosphere, accented with wood floors and dark wood tables. There are different rooms as you walk around the dining area with white wood railings and a smaller room with a fire place surrounded by brick. Very warm and welcoming. The menu has different and interesting varieties of Skillets, Omelets, French Toast, Waffles and Pancakes. I mean completely creative and flavors on these dishes I have never seen. There is nothing left out on this menu for sure. The Skillets seem to be the highlight, though according to my son and his girlfriend. There is quite an interesting French Press Coffee Menu with types of coffee from different areas of the world, along with an Organic House Blend and different flavored coffees. We ordered the French Vanilla, served with the French Press and a little hour glass timer to let us know when we should press the grounds and serve it. Cute idea. So from what I have heard, it is the Skillet breakfasts and the Avocado Artisan Toast that my son and his girlfriend raved about that was special here, so naturally I ordered the Pesto Infusion Skillet, which was delicious. Fluffy Egg Whites, infused with Basil Pesto, with Avocado, tomatoes and onions, served in a white skillet. Nice portion too with an English Muffin. Delicious and with the Pesto Infusion was something I never have had before. We ordered the Avocado Artisan Toast to share, which was served on multigrain bread, tomatoes and extra virgin olive oil. I was a little disappointed with this dish because the Avocado did not seem fresh and chunky, but more like store bought guacamole. I was really surprised to see that. It was just ok. My son had the New York Deli Omelette, which had pastrami, cartelized onions and spinach, topped with Swiss cheese and a side of potatoes and English Muffin. Looked pretty hearty as well. I could come back here quite a bit and try some of those Waffle, French Toast and Pancake dishes for sure. I can't wait until the weather gets better, the sun comes out and this place really brightens up. On the flip side, I could see coming here on a snowy day and sit in the room with the fireplace and enjoy the outdoor winter surroundings coming in from all sides. I will definitely be back here, hopefully during different seasons. Love the atmosphere, the menu, and the service was flawless, and everyone, including the hostess and all the servers were a delight. read more

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Came for breakfast with my husband. My eggs were cooked perfectly as asked. He is an eggs Benedict lover. They have 4 different types of eggs. He ordered the creole one. Specifically asked for hollandaise sauce on the side and a wet poached egg. It arrived with almost a hard boiled egg on it and the sauce was all over it. Not only that it arrived without my food. 2 mins later when my food arrived he sent his back and asked for traditional egg Benedict. So I ate my eggs while hot while he had to wait for his. He received what he ordered after o was done. So we are together at the table in different intervals. Mind you this is September not in season. Hope it's not this bad in season. read more

Beach brunch! After carefully analyzing the many menu options, we phone ordered pickup for the Avocado Mash Benedict & the Low Country Scramble. And some Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee... which was a big enough deal for dear husband to come out of his caffeine hiatus for. I walked over a short 15min later to see a bunch of people in line for an outdoor dining spot. So confused about they'd prefer to wait around here instead of sunbathing on the beach! Takeout is the way to go. Easy pickup, and they were courteous enough to fill my milk when I arrived (keeping it fresh) and gave me extra beverage holder to make it easier on my treck back. Super friendly despite being as busy as you can be with a pandemic going on. Food was messy (my fault for getting a benedict) but delicious. I gave up on utensils and ate my breakfast like a barbarian... smushed the whole thing in my mouth, sauce all over my face, but man was it worth it. The potatoes lapped up the rest of the buttery goodness until there was nothing left on my takeout box. Sad that they ran out of chai for the day, otherwise that milkshake sounded so good... next time! read more

Turning Point - Happiness is 4Bs - Beach, Breakfast, Benedict (with hollandaise made of pure Butter yum) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

We went here for brunch and it was a great spot. Indoor and outdoor seating, lovely food and beverages. Kid friendly. I highly recommend however call ahead for the seating wait list especially on weekends! read more

Me and my wife have been waiting to try this place because it was super hyped when they first opened and was looking for a good time later to enjoy it without the bustling crowds. It was still a wait when we got there after reserving out names, but it was worth every minute. The food looked like classical at first glance, but I promise, everything there is prepped and cooked amazing! read more

I was really pleased to find shakshuka on the menu -- and it didn't disappoint. Rich with tomatoes and perfectly cooked eggs -- just as it should be. Also loved the nice, warm, chewy ciabatta that came with the shakshuka. Hubby loved his Lobster Benedict. Service and food were exceptional. read more

A great breakfast/ brunch spot to come to if your down the shore. Food is fresh and delicious the coffee and cold drinks are refreshing. It can get a little crowded so checking in on the wait list is definitely recommended. read more

What a disappointment! The stars are given because it's truly a great location. I mean beachfront brunch sounds fab doesn't it?! I thought so too so finally decided to steer away from my typical acai bowl breakfast while at long branch and have a more elaborate experience. Sit enjoy the rays and the view and some good eats. Unfortunately my palate was thoroughly disappointed and my patiences tested. Waited over an hour for my meal to come out, only to receive it cold. Yes cold eggs. And the waitress though apologetic was nowhere to be found. Finally she came by and I explained my food cane our cold. She said they would make me a new one. Not only did the second attempt come out cold again but the presentation was questionable! At that point I was afraid to eat and wishing I'd just gone with my acai bowl! From the chatter of the surrounding tables it was apparent other patrons were having similar problems with service. Not sure if it was just an off day or what but it was simply disappointing and a turn off. I will say this though my Costa Rican French press coffee was delightful and the superfoods salad was tasty. read more

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Again another stellar decision while at the beach. Circumstances as such product was low because of a large group that wiped them out ! Says a lot about the food if that many people came to eat. Everyone I spoke to who stopped by had wonderful things to say about the food and service. This location continues to strive for better than yesterday every time I show up. Simplest thing, they ran out of coffe. Btw the coffe bar is excellent! They asked me to be patient they would get me a fresh cup Momentarily and I was there just before opening. Finally got my cup which was excellent. They gave it to me for waiting. No charge. Not many places can say this actually happens. That is GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE. THIS IS HOW BUSINESS IS DONE. BRAVO AGAIN! read more

Take out two dishes. Vegetables omellet and traditional meals. Enough quantity and Yummy! read more

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When I think brunch, I first think of Turning Point. This time, I went at 1pm on New Year's Day, so they were super busy. Even in the winter, Pier Village still brings in plenty of visitors; this is a hotspot all year round. As for the interior, I love the beach vibes and ocean color palette. There's indoor and outdoor seating, but it was January, so... inside we go. COFFEE: Their French press coffee is so worth a try. This time, I got the Kenyan AA blend. They give you a timer so that you have the honor to press it down when it's done! Quality coffee. FOOD: I get the Fruit Bruschetta every time. Mango + pineapple + strawberries on cinnamon pita... It's so refreshing. The pita is fresh and soft but crisp. For the main entree, I get the Wilbur skillet. Can't go wrong with potatoes, bacon, avocado, cheese, tomato, and eggs. The portion is not huge, but not small. I was able to finish it on top of the fruit bruschetta and I didn't go into a food coma after. The service is friendly and energetic, though sometimes I feel like they are running around and stressed. From my experience, the food came at a reasonable time, although nobody checked on us for the rest of the time until the check was dropped off (which was ok, we didn't need anything, but still). I'll continue to go to Turning Point when I need a brunch fix in Long Branch! read more

Turning Point - Fruit Bruschetta, Wilbur Skillet, and coffee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

This is my first visit to this franchise in Pier Village. This time of year it's hard finding a parking spot due to the summer crowds. $3 an hour is a bit expensive but The Turning Point of LB , a nice venue with an extremely friendly staff, made the effort well worth it. Since there was a queue and a half hour wait, we decided to sit at the bar and have breakfast there. Aberia, our server, was a sweety. We both ordered the French pressed coffee Hawaiian Kona flavored. There's enough in there for 4 cups of coffee of which Aberia suggested at the end of the meal that we put it in a "to-go" cup. I ordered the Grande Huevos Rancheros, A potpourri of Latino styled food on a wheat tortilla, with three poached eggs. My lady friend ordered a mixed seasonal fruit bowl, enough to her satisfaction. All facets of the meal were excellent. read more

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Our breakfast was so good here! The service is great as well. The coffee is awesome. All organic and you can get French press. I'd come here just for that reason. For breakfast we had the avocado toast with poached eggs which was good. I think they really stand out for the sweets though. We had cornbread French toast which was delicious and I love that they have real maple syrup available. My dad has the cinnamon roll pancakes which were so good. I love that you can do a pancake flight and try different kinds. They also have vegan which is a rare very cool find. Will definitely return. read more

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Lived around Long Branch for years but only recently discovered this place! This brunch spot is the best in town and neighboring area! Parking can be a hassle during the summer months because it sits right on the boardwalk-ish area, but during the off season, parking is free and easy to find. This place always seems to be packed even when neighbor restaurants are empty and the food speaks for that reason. Prices are very fair for the good quality and very tasty! Beware though, their sweets are definetly very sweet. Their caramel waffles are SO good but loaded with sugar, even a bit too much if i may say. Their salted caramel latte is also very good but sweet!! I do think that its a must try though- they sprinkle coarse salt on top of the whipped cream so you get that addictive sweet then salty flavor. Restaurant ambience wise, the interior is a cute beach town ish theme with young and kind staff. If you have any questions about the menu they are more than willing to help you our and give suggestions. read more

Turning Point - Salted Caramel Waffle, Grande Huevos Rancheros - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

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Always the best of food and service. Ambiance differs from location to location. Great don't miss it.

Went with mom and my sister and two kids. Did not really feel welcomed at this place to be honest. Nice space, walking distance from our hotel. Kids menu options are decent. Ordered an omelet and pancakes for kids. Pancakes: burnt. Omelet: way too much cheese for a kid's dish. Came with potatoes that tasted like sand. Maybe frozen potatoes that were not cooked enough?? Ordered chicken or eggs benny: eggs Benedict with chicken sausage and mushrooms. Way too much hollandaise that it gave me a stomach ache. It came with the same sandy potatoes from the kids menu, did not touch it. Literally sand cubes. This place is typical of the restaurants in Long Branch: no restaurants that are kid friendly. We usually leave a large tip when dining with my toddler and my sister's infant since they make a mess and staff is generally accommodating to our request for modifications and additional kid friendly utensils, etc. Server looked annoyed at our requests. K bye thanks. read more

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Came here twice - both times came here only because we wanted to grab food before heading out to the beach. The wait isn't too bad. The staff are pretty nice. Food pretty good but definitely on the pricier side. Parking sucks - you gotta find street parking, park at one of those grass lawns for the day, or at the garage. For a brunch place this place is on the classier side where everything is pretty polished. The staff is really friendly and nice (felt bad as one of the days I went, we were on the upper portion and one of the waitress fell and broke all the glass). Food comes out pretty quickly and the servers are pretty attentive. Overall, if you want to eat before heading out to the beach, this place is good!! Definitely recommend if you're in the brunch mood. read more

This location can be hit or miss... if you're willing to chance it, you may have a great meal, but sometimes they have an off day. If you know what you like & you know they serve it, go for it... but if you're looking for GREAT meal, you might want to look elsewhere. read more

We came in for breakfast and got seated fairly quickly. The servers were attentive. Food came out quick with no issues. Drinks were also made pretty well. Very good experience overall. read more

Turning Point - Peppermint Hot Chocolate - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

This was my first time here. I have to say. It was wonderful ! Summer of 2019 August, there was a wait, but not to bad. Our hostess was wonderful. Sorry I do not remember your name, but you did say you were allergic to apples. So you know who you are. . Thank you for your wonderful friendly service. We started with the bacon lollipops. THESE ARE A MUST HAVE ! They are incredible! So so so so good! The avocado eggs Benedict with the chicken chorizo was beyond wonderful. Poached to perfection. The cornbread freshly made, light and fluffy. A wonderful way to start the day! read more

Turning Point - bacon on a-stick ! Amazing - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

On vacation and this has been our go-to breakfast spot every day. Great service, large menu variety, quaint beach atmosphere, and a convenient coffee cafe for those long table waits. Everything we have tried on the menu has been absolutely amazing. Looking forward to visiting again in the future! read more

Turning Point - Lobster & Shrimp & Grits... Oh My - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Branch, New Jersey

The Turning Point is definitely a strong recommendation for breakfast/brunch/lunch. The service was awesome and the food was delicious. I had the sea salt caramel waffles and boy was it delicious. If you love bacon bits and walnut mixed together, try the sea salt waffle. FYI the variety of coffee choices are great as well. I had a cappuccino and it was made to perfection. read more

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