Went Saturday night with 10 people. Lovely lovely experience. Everyone loved their dinners. I…read morerecommend this restaurant highly. It is a cut above the other dining establishments in the area.

Rosie's is the best! The food, drinks and service are top notch. I love that you can start or end…read morein the bar area with TVs but dine in the dining room for a nice sit down dinner. Drinks and wine by the glass are very reasonably priced and they have a great selection. The dinner menu has something for everyone and they always have specials. Servers are knowledgeable, attentive and go above and beyond to make sure everyone is taken care of. For example, even though we didn't order dessert, they brought out a little dessert with a sparkler for a birthday. There are a mix of dates, families and large groups so you can really come here for any occasion and I would definitely recommend that you do.

First time coming to this place and it definitely won't be our last. Very cute spot. Loved the…read moredecor. It was very busy but the service was still on point. I ordered the chicken parm pizza (bar size). My husband got the herb crusted sea bass and my grandmother got flounder franchaze. Everything was cooked to perfection.

We have been to the anchor in many times and last night decided to sit at the bar for drinks and a…read morepizza. The bartender was very attentive when we arrived serving our drinks and giving us menus. She never came back to take our food order. She spent most of her time at the other end of the bar. When we tried to order she helped the 2 men next to us first. They were on our left and she had been working the bar from the right. She never came back and we had been there about 45 minutes. When we flagged down the guy and tried to order he said " you aren't the only ones here you know" in a snotty tone. That was it! We put $10 on the bar and left. We will not be back! Seems like she was only helping the regulars. It wasn't even that crowded!

Last night, my girlfriend and I celebrated **New Year's Eve dinner** at **Rue 561 Bistro**, and it…read morewas **one of the best dining experiences I've ever had**. From the moment we walked in, everything felt special -- the atmosphere, the décor, the energy of the room. It was warm, elegant, and inviting without ever feeling stuffy. The food was absolutely outstanding. We started with the **Wagyu meatballs** and **clams casino**, which were flawless. For our main courses, my girlfriend had the **lobster risotto**, and I ordered the **ribeye (cowboy steak, bone-in)** -- truly next-level. I also had the **macaroni and cheese** as a side, and it was phenomenal. Every bite was five-star. What really elevated the entire experience was the hospitality. **Maître D David** made sure everything was perfect and that we were completely comfortable throughout the night. We also had the pleasure of meeting **Frank**, the creator behind the restaurant. Spending time talking with him about his vision, how he built Rue 561, and sharing stories about **Brooklyn -- Flatbush and Sheepshead Bay**, where my girlfriend has roots, made the night even more meaningful. You can feel the pride and intention behind every detail. If you're celebrating something truly special in life, **this is the place to do it**. Thank you again for an incredible New Year's Eve dinner. -- **Billy Irish**

Always 5 stars at Rue! Date night; shared the octopus & chorizo appetizer on regular menu. Entrees…read morewere filet mignon special with purple mashed potatoes, fennel carrot salad & melt in your mount filet mignon (took portion home for lunch the next day) & "Land & sea" special which was NY strip with colossal shrimp & amazing. Ordered dessert to go (always too full ) tiramisù. Always a hit, can't wait to go back.

We were visiting the shore and had the inclination to make our first seafood boil. Thankfully we…read morefound Ortley Seafood Market. The fish was incredibly fresh and the pricing was very reasonable. We tried to ask some qs, but didn't get a lot of help. That being said, it was a Saturday morning and very busy so we won't fault them for that. I'm sure that's not the case on a normal day. Definitely head to Ortley if you're in need of some very fresh fish!

We learned why this has been a local favorite for so long: the seafood here is super fresh &…read moreamazing! Our order was ready in a flash: 1lb clam strips - fresh & hot, with cocktail & tartar sauces 1/2lb shrimp salad - plump shrimp in a simple mayo, celery, who knows what else dressing Jumbo shrimp cocktail - these huge shrimp were 3 bites each, & needed nothing else but lemon & cocktail sauce I had never seen crab sauce before - it's apparently one whole crab per container of red sauce! There was an empty shelf in the fridge & we learned that it was clam sauce that was so popular it was sold out (made in the morning). Both the New England & the Manhattan chowders sounded tempting, as was the jambalaya & lobster rolls. So tempting, that we came back the very next morning to have the same lunch & also pre-order 4 paellas to go. A couple hours later, the hot paella was packed securely for us. It was heavy, and looked & smelled amazing. It fed a lot of impressed people! Warm service, seats to eat in, lots of people coming to take out or get seafood to cook at home. This is the place for fresh seafood!

Food could have been hotter. Service had one server…read more Price above normal Place was clean.

Came here for a birthday dinner and unfortunately left very disappointed…read more Bullet points: - BYOB - fees - not quiet! - food is oily and mediocre - service rushes It is BYOB, but we weren't given an ice bucket to keep our white wine cold. Not that we needed it (explained later.) There is a 3.29% service fee on the receipt. They will charge it for debit cards, too, which I was under the impression that's illegal. There is nothing in there to absorb all the noise, so if you have sensory issues this is not the place. Both of us are constantly at concerts and this was overwhelming. We couldn't talk to each other comfortably. The bolognese ($24) looked more of a vodka sauce than tomato and had way too much oil in it. His gnocchi ($24) was a good sauce, but the gnocchi itself tasted like it came from a box. The real star was the bread and dip they brought out. Had a bunch of garlic and crushed red pepper in it. I ate more of that than my pasta. From the moment we sat down we were rushed. The server was kind, but we barely had time to look over the menu. Once the check was brought she hovered. My bf barely got his signature finished before she collected the receipt and tried to take all the glasses off the table (she did put the water back down.) It was very crowded so I'm sure they want to turn tables, but back off. We felt unwelcome, and it certainly wasn't a dinner we needed to rush through. Safe to say we won't be back.

Our last night on the Jersey shore. We had to try this place before leaving. They only open on…read morethe weekends. It was worth the wait. The food was fresh and delicious.

This is a lil gem that you must hit if near seaside park, nj…read more Great food; great service, high quality and yes handicap friendly! Ambiance is great the staff is friendly and I don't know - it has a special "air" to it

Over $300 bill n we had to set our own table outside - I'll pass It was not cheap so why was the…read moreservice so poor?

So glad we passed up the place that was hosting a party! We had the lobster bisque soup…read more Delicious! The fish Francese was wonderful. I chose the grits on the side. Very crispy fish and chips. Loaded with lobster mac and cheese, and boiled huge shrimp and shell fish. Pour la table, we got the tasty tuna with lovely roasted veggies. Next time, I'm getting the tuna all for myself. The place is clean and pleasant. Nothing fancy. Just great food. If you love seafood, you will love this place. Ocean Fresh Seafood Restaurant and Market is great.

We hosted my daughter's surprise 30th birthday party. Beautiful room overlooking the bay. The…read morefood was delicious and the wait staff did a great job. Go enjoy

DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME!!! Food quality is horrendous. Service was slow and food is way overpriced…read morefor the quality you are being served. Also they have an all white serving staff so black and brown people be prepared to be stereotyped. Server was rude and inattentive and it was almost like she didn't want to be there. Everything felt rushed. Server was not friendly.Zero out of ten would not recommend and will not return. Worst experience on the Jersey shore so far.

I like this little cozy place! Stopped by for lunch on this cold spring day and was greeted by…read morethis warm inviting restaurant. I had a BLT which was delicious! The sandwich was overflowing with crispy well cooked bacon and a perfectly toasted bread. Cole slaw was tasty, though a little too much mayonnaise. My companion had a very good grilled cheese sandwich. A perfect spot for a quick bite.

Anytime I drive by this place, the parking lot is full. Recently, I decided to check it out…read more You walk through the front door and you enter the small bar area. There are booths in back as well as Al Fresco dining, weather permitting. We were headed to a show in Asbury so we sat at the bar and ordered some cocktails and a pizza. Bartender warmly greeted us and made a great Cosmo and Vodka martini. The bar is full of welcoming locals and there is alot of bantering while patrons watch the game on the TVs. I immediately noticed the Trenton tomato pie on the menu, but my bride overruled me and she ordered the regular pie. While waiting for our pie, a Trenton pie came out and was served next us. It looked awesome. Our pie arrived as we were finishing our cocktails. Perfect timiing. Pie was delicious. Nice crisp undercarriage, just the right amount of cheese and sauce. I added a pinch of oregano, my squeeze added a pinch of hot pepper. The pie is typical bar pie size and we ate it all. Go early if you want a seat at the bar. Cant wait to go back and try that Trenton pie.

Stop by to try out the plantain heard about the chicken empanadas. Had to try the rice on top of it…read moreall. A wonderful experience, a small homemade style kitchen a must stop by in Toms River.

Excellent food- freshness and service. Everything I have…read moretried has been amazing!! I always over order because every thing looks and smells so good- but it's great because I have leftovers ti take home!!