People that give this place five stars are either relatives or friends, or have no idea of what good food and good service are. This place has mediocre food and non-existent service. Be prepared to wait forever to be seated, then wait forever for the waitress to finally come and take your order, then your cardboard pizza will arrive burnt and cold after another 40 minutes waiting. We decided to give it one more try last weekend thinking maybe they have improved, and ended up leaving after waiting for 15 minutes for the someone to come to the front and seat us. There were a few local drunks at the bar and three older gentlemen eating in the dining room at the busiest lunch hour, so this should tell you something. This place is an overpriced dump. read more

This is a great friendly spot. Delicious food with good prices. Daily lunch specials have large portions usually with prices around $10.

First time here even though I live so close. It was good. You get a lot of food. We were 3 for dinner. Salmon was good . A dinner special. Ribs were another entree . That were very good , meaty and tender. 2 appetizers were ordered for dinner. The teriyaki ginger boneless chicken were very good. The zucchini sticks were cut too big and too much breaking. Service was good and friendly staff. I would go back and give it another try. read more

Monday nights seem a little crazy because they have specials those evenings. We all ordered pies after our appetizer. The pizzas were fantastic, but... it took our server over 20 minutes to bring a burger for one of our party. This is after we had asked the status of that meal twice. We were given the excuse that a larger party had taken her time. It's my experience that a table should be taken care of in its entirety - not in pieces. We hadn't even been offered a discount on that item! Sadly, I don't think she will be back. read more

The reason for my review is to inform you of the deceitful practices the staff incorporates on unsuspecting customers. Allow me to explain . . . My husband, our good friend and I met at Zachary's for their happy hour specials on Monday, July 30th. I was running late so my husband and our friend decided to order while I was en route. Upon joining them they were finishing up two orders of chicken wings. I asked the waiter for the Happy Hour menu and decided on the wings myself which cost $5.50. When we received the bill, I noticed the waiter had charged the full price, adding an additional $30 to our bill for the wings. I brought up the matter to our waiter and he insisted that I had ordered the regular wings rather than the boneless wings. I reminded him that I had specifically asked for the Happy Hour menu and had ordered from that specific menu. When he refused to adjust the bill, I asked to speak to the manager. After 15 minutes of waiting, I spoke to the waitress who had overheard my conversation with our waiter. She brusquely told me the manager would not see me. I calmly explained that I was in no rush and would be willing to wait. Another 10 minutes go by and our original waiter shoves a new receipt with only a $5.00 discount. At this point, my husband paid the bill and we left promising NEVER to return. So, my good people, the moral of the story is, when ordering - especially from the Happy Hour Menu - please check your bill to make sure you are not overcharged. It seems the staff likes to take advantage of customers thinking that after a beer or two, no one will be the wiser. read more

Will never return. They have lost the bsuiness of many in the community after the owners son cursed (the most offensive words you can imagine) at a teenage female employee for standing the wrong way. WOW! New trainee even walked out, scared on her first day that she's be treated the same way. Everyone has a bad day, but this is inexcusable! Food wasn't that great that we'll even miss it. You would think that a FAMILY OWNED business would know better. NEVER AGAIN! read more

I have to admit, I wasn't sure what to think of this place at first glance. Should I be a little more dressed up? Is it fancy? Is it expensive? Needless to say, all of my worries were dismissed once I entered and was greeted by an older gentlemen that asked where we would like to be seated. We opted for the booth of course (vacation for your ass) in the bar area. I couldn't help but notice that the food here was super cheap. We ordered the roasted clams as an appetizer and a large cheese pizza. The clams were big and meaty and full of flavor. The pizza was DIVINE! If you love thin crust, then you will love Zachary's! Our waitress checked up on us regularly and made sure that drinks were topped off. I would love to return again and award a 5th star if the next experience is anything like this one! read more

I read some of the reviews that said they really enjoyed the pizza, and I heard from my wife that one of her friends goes there with her family, so we packed up the two kids and decided to give it a try. We ordered the garlic bread appetizer and then we ordered the white pizza. The garlic bread appetizer was simply not good. It was clear it was a frozen piece of garlic bread reheated. The pizza was terrible. I have no idea who thinks that pizza is good. There are some good pizza places around here (Porta in Asbury, Tommy's in Oakhurst before it closed). Heck, even our corner pizza place where we get a slice every now and then was better than this pizza. No fresh ricotta at all. Honestly cannot imagine who would take a bite of what was brought to my table and think, "Wow! I've got to finish this pizza and then tell everyone how much I enjoyed it!" On the drive home, my wife turned to me and said, "I can't remember the last time we had a truly terrible meal at a restaurant. We've had some mediocre meals, but nothing that bad." So why two stars? The service was solid, and the 1/2 roast chicken that the woman at the table next to us ordered looked very appetizing. But as for the pizza, stay away. There are much, much better places to get your pizza fix than this place. read more

I didn't realize it when I arrived, but this was my last visit. I arrived at about 6:45P and sat at the bar. They updated the interior a bit since my last visit... looks nice. They also updated their menu. Reduced the items considerably. Increased the prices considerably, as well. I never mind paying higher prices for quality food, fair portions and great service. service. This place failed 2 out of 3. The only saving grace was the (service) by the male bartender. He was attentive, while his partner was pretty much the "private" bartender for two older male customers (I'm assuming in from the track) on the end of the bar. She didn't even know I arrived (apparently no peripheral vision), and I was 3 bar stools to the left of the 2 guys. The food: I ordered the "Chilean Sea Bass David". A (maybe) 3 oz. portion of bass, with pieces of tough, overcooked crawfish, swimming in a white wine, crawfish cream sauce. The sauce was tasty enough, but the bass was way to small for the price. In fact, the (brown, wet, mushy) baked potato was larger than the fish portion. The brown, wet, mushy baked potato is usually a sign that the potato was baked twice and refrigerated in between. Apparently their potatoes were from the day before, then not baked, but maybe steamed. Ugh! Will I be back? Nope. Will I recommend it? For drinks maybe. Food? You're kidding, right? read more

My wife and I have been dining at Zachary's for more years than I can remember. We are are always promptly greeted and made to feel right at home with very gracious hospitality and escorted to our preferred booth in the Bar area. You can't beat the ambiance. The lighting, layout of the room, TVs easily viewable from every vantage point, and intimacy of booth dining all add up to a very cozy comfort zone in which to enjoy the great offerings on Zachary's menus. The variety of daily specials are surprisingly reasonable in price for such high-quality food and always well-presented with your choice of soup or salad and dessert included. We usually each have a Stoly Vodka, straight-up, in Martini glasses before the food arrives, which are more than generous. Occasionally we have a Coors Light if it complements the entree. Now, for the pizza! In my opinion, having eaten pizza at every pizzeria in the Shore area since 1944, there is no better pizza to be found anywhere. Indeed, we often drive 10 miles to come here just for that. We always have a glass or two of Chianti wine to enjoy with their excellent Thin Crust Pizza. We always get the Special because it features generous sausage, and pepper ingredients, the kind of sauce every pizzeria would love to be able to duplicate, but can't, and cooked to picture perfection. All of the servers here are very friendly, attentive, fast, courteous, and efficient, serving in a way to make you want to return again and again. I also noticed that it is easily handicapped accessible and there is plenty of free parking. Zachary's is the kind of restaurant I unhesitatingly recommend to everyone who appreciates delicious quality food at fair and reasonable prices that especially appeals for family dining. read more

Nothing wrong with this restaurant. The prices and portions are good. The food is okay. There just isn't any excitement. Meh

I frequent this place, because it's close to me. Food is really good! Portions are huge, and the prices decent. I especially like their Italian entrees, and the pizza is yummy. Their veal saltimboca and parm are awesome. I like eating in the wooden booths in the bar area. Service is hit-or-miss for me. I've had really good experiences here, some bad. But overall the place is a nice local bar-restaurant with some good food, and you can grab some beer here too, why not (though I wish the drafts were colder!). They do take out as well, a HUGE plus. Try it! read more

Fun, cheap, good food. Monday's are half-off pies

I eat here at least once a week. Great wings and an amazing thin crust pie. Staff is always welcoming and friendly and there's a bartender there named Kenny who's great!! read more

This was a place that my family and I frequented often and is good, but the owner is unfriendly and in the wrong business. I and my wife went in for a quick snack and drink and found no room at the bar. When we approached the owner to ask if we could take a booth he said no as it was dinner time, and we could not take one of the many open booths around the bar. While I like the food and most of the staff, I will not head back there any time soon. read more

One of my favorite places to eat. Whether you eat at the table or bar, your service is excellent. The food is great as well. Best thin crust pizza around. (yes, better then Pete and eldas) the burgers are great as well! Make sure you stop on in! read more

Zachary's is a local restaurant that can be a hit or miss, all depending on what you order and the wait staff on duty. We go there every few months just because it is the local place and have tried their salads, burgers and fish. I recommend staying away from the fish as it is usually not the freshest and is overcooked. Much better offer getting a salad or a burger. The best thing you can get here is the thin crust pizza. It is my favorite, especially with sausage on top! We usually get a table in the bar area. It is a lot busier than the restaurant section and more active. Plus they have plenty of TVs so you can watch the game. read more

Service and food was excellent. If you are a fan of thin crust pizza this place has the best in the area. In my opinion they are similar to pete and elda's but so much better. read more

Great food , friendly staff, fun environment. Food is fresh and fast..nachos are great

Yo, this pizza is ASS. Not to be rude but It tastes like I'm eating shit. Crust is paper thin and no flavor. Fuck

This is the place to go to meet friends and family for lunch or dinner, fresh pizza is very good. Nice cold draft beer all good

This is a very straightforward American pub and restaurant. The decor is simple and the food is good. The burgers we had were big and cooked to perfection. Even when we ordered cheese and bacon it was all piled high. Very satisfying! read more

Cool atmosphere, cheap beer, thin crust pizza was really good. Nice bar with plenty of tv's and seating. Parking lot outside. Employees were very friendly. read more

Our daughter moved to West Long Branch and we thought this would be a convenient place to eat - right off 36. The reviews we read were mixed but we gave it a shot. The staff and service were very good and the entrees were large and well prepared, although not exceptional. However we ordered a small pizza which was one of the worst I have ever tasted. Crust was like cardboard with no flavor and the sauce was blah with a smattering of tasteless cheese. I don't understand the reviews that say the pizza is great. I might add I love good thin crust pizza. We may return but no pizza. read more

Went again on a Sunday at 1 PM. Sat for 15 minutes before able to order a beer. Then ordered callimari I had it a year ago it was outstanding, then ordered it again on a different day again outstanding. I then brought my wife one night two months ago ordered callimari it wasn't cooked enough. Today I ordered it and some was Ok and others were over cooked. I won't order callimari again at this place. Only one bartender at 1 PM the bar was crowded and lots of tables were full. 45 minutes later an additional bartender came on much easier on them and better service at bar. Might find another place for Sunday football. It was great last season. read more

Monday is 1/2 price pizza and wings night. It's a great deal and the pizza is super thin crust and delicious. We also get the Greek salad which is also really good and fresh. read more

Awesome pizza! Thin crust and a great flavor. This will be a regular place I go for lunch!

My all time favorite pizza. Cracker thin crust with a perfect sauce to cheese ratio. Monday's 1/2 price pizza is a great deal!

Worst Pizza I ever had. It was like eating a peace of flavorless cardboard. Will not go back!

the food quality is terrible. instant mashed potatoes? seems like it. rude staff, cold meals that should be hot and the food does not seem fresh. the guy at the bar gives you a look like you are bothering him when asking for a drink. really disappointing. read more

Came with group of eight and set up in a long table. Mixed review of the food we ordered. Smothered steak was large steak deliciously prepared at the right temperature with au jus and onions. Onion soup, great flavor in broth and melty cheese topping. Tuna Fish sandwich was huge. Meatloaf was a disappointment. Served with three large slices that seemed to be machine sliced frozen meatloaf and then re-heated with a nice gravy over the meatloaf, but using instant potatoes is a real downer. Next time I'll ask about potatoes. $4.00 for a side of rice was excessive. Craft beers were very good. Our server was excellent and moved the rating up a star. read more

Sorry to say I won't be back! Went with three other ladies- unfortunately didn't know it was half-price pizza night! Place was packed but got a table quickly. The place was very , very loud... had to repeat every thing to the waiter!!! Then the fun began.... first we ordered drinks- to bar drinks, an ice tea and a hot tea. The cold drinks came.... but had to flag him down to get the hot tea!!! Half hour later, One ordered just soup, I ordered an appetizer of eggplant rollatini, one ordered a hamburger, one ordered a lg pizza sausage and peppers. Soup came right away! After considerable time we asked where is our food? The hamburger came out. A 10 minutes later the eggplant dish and about 35 to 45 minutes after ordering the pizza arrived! Now mind you, all of the food was adequate. The crust on the pizza was especially thin and crispy. Now for the kicker!!! When we ask for separate bills the waiter and the a second person told us WE SHOULD HAVE TOLD THEM FIRST! now they had to call the Manager! I asked "why was it my responsibility-shouldn't the waiter have asked?" The was an over charge on my bill and the waiter was aghast- "that now he had to call the Manager again!" Again I didn't make the mistake! Sorry-not a good night!!!! read more

Great food. Huge portions. Outstanding service. Awesome daily specials. This is the place to go if you are looking for great food at a nice price. read more

Zacharys has pretty good food especially the French onion soup and the pasta with chicken and broccoli dish. What really sets Zachary apart is the laid back bar and great live music they have on the weekends. Definitely worth coming on a Friday or Saturday night. read more

We had a reservation for 9 people that apparently was never recorded. No one would take accountability for the mistake. (Despite me being able to show on my call log that we did indeed call the night prior) We waited nearly 30 mins for a table. We sat for 15 minutes before anyone acknowledged our table. We witnessed the owner/manager instruct a waiter to go help a table that was just sat BEFORE us. Our server Mason was great though. There are way too many restaurant choices to waste our time ever coming back here again. read more

Was in Long Branch for a business meeting. Stayed at the LaQuinta and they recommended Zachary's for dinner. Great decision. I love Reuben sandwiches so I ordered their open face baked Reuben. Have never had an open faced but it was the best Reuben I have ever had. Lean meat with lots of cheese and a great sauce. Fries were good too. If I go back to Long Branch, that will be my meal. read more

This joint is a bar/restaurant. Pizza is the key ingredient that makes this place what it is. I'm not a big fan of having dinner here, but it's a cool place to go to with friends if your looking to have a few cold ones and some very good pizza. I normally order to pick up two large or two extra large pizzas for about 4- 5 people. The pizza is thin crust with a lot of cheese and salsa. The average male I say would eat around 3-5 slices and a female would eat 2-3 slices. The slices are small, but the quality is off the charts and not like anything I have ever tasted. Pete & Elda's pizza in Asbury, NJ is probably the most identical or comparable. read more

Eat the pizza, skip almost all the rest. The pizza is the thin and crispy type and is consistently good. It is worth ordering. The crabcakes are terrible and have very little crab. I've had other entrees here that are good but nothing memorable. Casual family type dining room with tables, bar area has booths. Seperate entrance for take out makes picking up a to go order a breeze. read more

I have not been to Zachary's in years so I figured we would try it out last night. WHAT A MISTAKE!!!! We had an older waitress who obviously should not be in the hospitality business. She was extremely rude and and rolled her eyes when we asked questions about the food. Needless to say the food did not come out the way we ordered it. IT GETS BETTER.......in between being rude to us, she would sneak outside for a smoke and would come back reeking of cigarettes. She did not even wash her hands because the utensils and everything she touched smelled like cigarettes. BTW; the food was subpar. read more

The worlds greatest thin crust pizza. Large menu with many other great items if your not feeling like pizza. Reasonable prices. Large always buzzing bar. The restaurant atmosphere is a bit lack luster but the outstanding food and fair prices makes up for it. Beware that monday's are always packed with customers due to half price pizza night. If you haven't tried Zachary's your missing out on some of the best food on the Jersey shore. Right across from the corner of Monmouth park race track. Kitchen is also open fairly late (11 pm) which is nice. read more