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Blend on Main, Manasquan, NJ

Blend on Main

4.8
4.8
2725 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Blend on Main is committed to using as many local sustainable products as possible. In doing so we have met some incredible farmers, artisans, and fishermen along the way. Our menu is a celebration of their hard work.

We genuinely care about serving really good, high quality food. Thank you to all of you who walk through our doors. We are fortunate to have you here sharing our vision with us.

- Chef Lou

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (732) 223-0030 ext. 2
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Lou Smith
  • Catering
    On Site or Off Site Catering and Event Planning, If you’re considering choosing us to provide the food on your big day, thank you. We shall put love into the preparation of the food for your event as you have into planning the rest of the occasion. We understand you want everything to be perfect and that’s a good thing, because we do too.
  • Private party facilities
    On Site or Off Site Catering and Event Planning, If you’re considering choosing us to provide the food on your big day, thank you. We shall put love into the preparation of the food for your event as you have into planning the rest of the occasion. We understand you want everything to be perfect and that’s a good thing, because we do too.
  • Neighborhood
    Manasquan
  • Cross street
    Rt 71
  • Parking details
    Ample parking is available behind our restaurant and can be found by following the driveway on the east side of our building.<br />
  • Public transit
    Manasquan train station is 100 yards away
  • Additional
    Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • chef's 7 course tasting menu

    $195.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    An Exquisite Evening of Global Flavors Join us for an unforgettable culinary adventure as Chef Lou Smith and Chef Cesar present a 7-course dinner tasting that explores the rich and diverse cuisines from around the world. This exclusive event is a testament to Chef Lou's passion for cooking and his dedication to bringing together unique flavors and traditional recipes in a modern and creative way.
    chef's 7 course tasting menu Photo

What 2,725 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blend on Main offers "excellent food" with creative dishes and attentive service. The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it perfect for special occasions. Diners consistently praise the "impeccable service" and "amazing" culinary experiences, including standout dishes like the Asian calamari and crack waffles. It's a "BYOB" spot with "great atmosphere."

2,725 Reviews
  1. Paige

    Charleston

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    If you consider a Michelin restaurant to be a five star, this is four star experience. We have been there three times and each time has gotten better. We have had specials, salads, appetizers, regular menu items and everything has been outstanding. Save room for dessert because we managed to have four desserts among our full part of four and polished them off. Jelly doughnuts and the “crack” waffle were the standouts. The staff if friendly and knowledgeable. Shout out to Elle and Tom. Highly recommend and make reservations on a weekend night because it gets crowded!
    Blend on MainResponded 1 day ago
    Ah, thank you for the glowing review! It sounds like you and your party had an incredible culinary journey with us—music to my ears! I’m thrilled you loved everything from the specials to desserts, especially those jelly doughnuts and the infamous "crack" waffle. Sweet perfection, right? Big shoutout to Elle and Tom for making your experience even better—they’ll be so happy to hear this! And you’re spot-on about reservations for weekend nights; it gets lively, and we love the buzz of a full house. It means so much that you’ve dined with us three times and enjoyed it more each visit. Can’t wait to serve you again soon—maybe with another tempting dessert special (or a waffle encore 😉). Thanks again for the kind words! See you at the table! 🍴

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  2. Regan

    Poconos

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my favorite restaurant in NJ. All of their food is so fresh and delicious. Their crab cakes are truly the best I’ve ever had; they’re also gluten free which is rare! Elle was our waitress this evening, she was very sweet and thoughtful. She gave above and beyond service. She also recommended a special I wouldn’t normally order, very glad I listened!
    Blend on MainResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words—it means everything to us! I’m thrilled to hear we’re your favorite spot in NJ, and that you loved the crab cakes (gluten-free magic, right?). Big love to Elle for taking such great care of you and guiding you to try something new—that’s what we’re all about! Can’t wait to welcome you back soon. 🦀❤️

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  3. Janet

    VIP

    New York City

    73 reviews

    5.0

    73 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend their Thursday night Prime Rib night. The absolute best
    Blend on MainResponded 1 day ago
    Ah, you’ve discovered the magic of Thursday Prime Rib Night—a true Blend on Main classic! 🥩✨ Thank you for the high praise. We take our prime rib seriously—perfectly seasoned, tender, and cooked to perfection every time. Glad it hit the spot for you, and we can’t wait to see you again for another Thursday indulgence. Bring your appetite—prime rib like this deserves all the love! 🍴

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  4. William

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great as always the cauliflower Milanese was delicious
    Blend on MainResponded 3 days ago
    Ah, the Cauliflower Milanese—a personal favorite! 🥦✨ Thank you so much for the kind words and for always coming back to Blend. We love taking simple ingredients like cauliflower and turning them into something special, and I’m thrilled you enjoyed it! Looking forward to wowing you again soon. Until next time—stay hungry, my friend! 👨‍🍳🍷🍴

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  5. Sally

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was impeccable, friendly, and attentive. Our appetizer and meals came out hot and in a timely manner. Food was fresh and delicious.
    Blend on MainResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the glowing feedback! 🌟 Impeccable, friendly, and attentive service is exactly what we aim for, so it’s wonderful to hear our team delivered. Hot, fresh, and delicious food? That’s the Blend promise! We can’t wait to have you back for another amazing meal. Cheers to good times and great dining! 👨‍🍳🍷🍽️

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  6. Frank

    Atlantic City

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Awesome ambience with fireplace. Service was impeccable, never felt rushed. Very reasonable.

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  7. Hope

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food selections and quality are always top notch and New Year's Eve didn't disappoint. The service was exceptional and I highly recommend Blend on Main for any occasion or just a fine dining experience. You won't be disappointed.
    Blend on MainResponded 3 days ago
    What a way to ring in the New Year—thank you for such a fantastic review! 🎉 I’m thrilled to hear we delivered on both food and service for your celebration. New Year’s Eve is all about starting things off right, and knowing you had a top-notch experience with us makes it even more special. Whether it’s a big occasion or just a night out, we’ll always aim to exceed expectations. Thank you for the recommendation, and we can’t wait to welcome you back. Cheers to more delicious memories in the year ahead! 🥂👨‍🍳✨

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  8. thomas

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner, nice atmosphere. Waitress was great and food was delicious.
    Blend on MainResponded 3 days ago
    Sounds like the perfect trifecta to me! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another great dinner. Cheers and happy dining! 👨‍🍳🍷✨

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  9. Ben

    New York City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Blend never disappoints. Food/ Service /Ambiance… 10/10

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  10. Maria

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and great staff. One of our favorite spots.
    Blend on MainResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the love! 💕 Hearing that we’re one of your favorite spots truly means the world to us. Great food and an amazing team are what we strive for every day, and we’re so glad we’ve hit the mark for you. Can’t wait to see you again soon—your table’s always ready! 👨‍🍳🍷🍴

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FAQs

Blend on Main offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 223-0030 ext. 2.

Blend on Main is rated 4.8 stars by 2725 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Blend on Main

152 Main Street, Manasquan, NJ 08736

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Rt 71
  • Neighborhood
    Manasquan
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 8:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Ample parking is available behind our restaurant and can be found by following the driveway on the east side of our building.<br />
  • Public transit
    Manasquan train station is 100 yards away
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Lou Smith
  • Additional
    Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
    (732) 223-0030 ext. 2
  • Catering
    On Site or Off Site Catering and Event Planning, If you’re considering choosing us to provide the food on your big day, thank you. We shall put love into the preparation of the food for your event as you have into planning the rest of the occasion. We understand you want everything to be perfect and that’s a good thing, because we do too.
  • Private party facilities
    On Site or Off Site Catering and Event Planning, If you’re considering choosing us to provide the food on your big day, thank you. We shall put love into the preparation of the food for your event as you have into planning the rest of the occasion. We understand you want everything to be perfect and that’s a good thing, because we do too.
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