Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Ocean Township

18 restaurants available nearby

1. Brando's

4.7

Exceptional(3715)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Asbury Park

Booked 24 times today

Brando's was founded on the premise of great food made from quality ingredients, excellent service, and a warm atmosphere which we believe are the three elements of any enjoyable dining experience.The chef/owner, Steven Botta, grew up in Brooklyn and learned many of recipes used at Brando's from his mother. Raised in this welcoming tradition, he believes when you enter Brando's, whether its your first time or your one hundredth time, you should always feel like they are dining with family.Soulful Italian is the best way to describe our menu. Our culinary team has been trained at the finest culinary schools, and has over fifty years of combined experience. From our fresh pasta, to our line-caught fish, to our thirty-five day dry-aged steaks, the difference is discernible

2. Trama's Trattoria

4.9

Exceptional(2381)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Long Branch

Booked 35 times today

Trama's Trattoria is an Italian eatery located in the West End area of Long Branch, NJ. Chef Trama has a strong following with food and wine aficionados due to his fierce commitment to quality, consistency and attention to detail. Chef Trama uses the highest-quality local, farm to table ingredients according to the seasons when they are at their optimum taste.

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3. Hen Vietnamese Kitchen and Bar

4.4

Awesome(108)

Price: Very Expensive

• Vietnamese • Neptune

Booked 16 times today

At Hen Vietnamese Kitchen & Bar, customers can expect to be transported to a place of peaceful elegance, where food is deeply contemplated, and the unique flavors of Vietnam are celebrated. In addition to offering a wide variety of traditional dishes, Hen will also feature art and cultural events that aim to educate and engage customers in the vibrant history and diversity of Vietnam. At HEN "We believe that the Vietnamese culture deserves to be celebrated and better understood. With Hen, we aim to do just that – to create an experience that combines the best of Vietnamese culture, art, history, and intellectual thought with delicious, beautifully-presented food. We want to serve beautiful stories of people of Vietnamese origin and create meaningful community events through our elegant and deeply relaxing hospitality.” HEN is more than just a restaurant.

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4. La Dolce Vita of Belmar

4.5

Awesome(2007)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Belmar

Booked 24 times today

La Dolce Vita is family owned and operated by two generations. Both ZIO (uncle) Giuseppe Salpietro and Nipote (nephew) Nicola Fuccilli invite you to experience their passion for Italian cuisine and culture.The story of La Dolce Vita began five decades ago in a small town in the hills of Sicily. It is from here that co-owner Giuseppe Salpietro brings authentic cuisine, traditions and customs, which come from centuries of good living. La Dolce Vita believes in bringing this passion for Dolce Vita, translates to mean the sweet life, into every dish that leaves our kitchen. It is our goal to make every customer feel like part of our very own family. We at La Dolce Vita believe in family and invite you and your family in to our Restaurant to experience a variety of fantastic tastes to please every palate.

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5. Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(6148)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Long Branch

Booked 40 times today

Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant is a unique dining experience since Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant, a unique dining experience since 1995, has a picturesque location on the famous New Jersey Shore in historical Long Branch. A huge bi-level outdoor deck brings diners even closer to the breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean. The decor is truly designed to give patrons a sense of closeness to the sea.Rooney’s provides innovative, diverse dishes with the concept of fresh seafood at the heart of its cuisine. The menus at Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant continually change to offer a different dining experience at each and every visit to this exciting oceanfront restaurant. The stylish architecture, relaxed setting and creative menus make this year-round oceanfront restaurant a favorite on the Jersey ShoreIt's a big ocean...someone has to embrace it.

6. Harpoon Willy's

4.3

Awesome(1432)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Manasquan

Harpoon Willy's is a hot spot because it consistently receives high ratings for its excellent food, service, and ambiance. Regular patrons love the fresh, delicious seafood, with one reviewer noting 'the food is always delicious and service was very attentive'. The restaurant's relaxed yet lively atmosphere, coupled with its stunning river views, make it a popular choice for both casual and special occasion dining.

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7. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

4.7

Exceptional(4600)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Red Bank

Booked 125 times today

Nicholas Barrel & Roost is a highly praised restaurant in Red Bank, NJ, known for its Chef Driven Comfort Food. Reviews consistently mention the 'superb' food, 'chic' ambiance, and 'friendly' staff. The restaurant is often described as 'top notch' with 'exceptional' food, and 'excellent' service. The atmosphere is often described as 'beautifully decorated and comfortable', and the menu offers a 'great variety' of 'delicious' dishes. Overall, customers can't wait to return for another 'great meal'.

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8. Shipwreck Grill - Brielle

4.7

Exceptional(2243)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Point Pleasant Beach

Booked 28 times today

Shipwreck GrillNestled near the docks on the Manasquan River, in beautiful Brielle, N.J., the casual but elegant Shipwreck Grill awaits you.Our Staff is eager to create a memorable evening for you using the best cuts of meat, the freshest seafood and finest ingredients assembled by trained and dedicated chefs and served by our friendly and professional servers. Our bar utilizes the freshest ingredients for our cocktails. With over 150 bottles of wines on our wine list we have something for everyone. We seek out hard-to-find boutique wineries for bottles that you can't find anywhere else.

9. Brothers Daley

4.7

Exceptional(84)

Price: Expensive

• Irish • Sea Bright

Booked 17 times today

Located in the heart of Sea Bright, Brothers Daley promises a storied atmosphere that pays homage to traditional Irish culture here at the heart of the vibrant Jersey Shore community. Our high-quality kitchen offers a diverse and mouth-watering menu crafted by Executive Chef Justin Skribner and Chef de Cuisine Ryan Bush. Pair your meal with a selection from our full bar, featuring an array of beers, wines, and crafted cocktails that cater to all tastes.

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10. DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke

4.7

Exceptional(2243)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sea Bright

Booked 17 times today

We are open to the public all year round! Please visit our website https://drifthousedb.com/ to join our VIP rewards program. At DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke you will find our menu features American plates as a reflection of chef David Burke’s contemporary approach to cooking, with a nod to elevated local area classics. We encourage any party size up to 10 guests to book through OpenTable as we have recently updated our platform to accept larger parties up to 10 guests. For larger parties, we recommend reserving an earlier or later time slot to cultivate an optimal dining experience. Any parties larger than 10, please call us or leave us a message. Be sure to join our VIP Loyalty Program. We reward our guests with 1 points for every $1 spent! Thank You

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Michaelvip
New York City •54 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Rooneys is always a great dining experience with excellent service. Tonight, the restaurant was decorated for the Christmas season and looked beautiful.
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Rooney's Oceanfront RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Long Branch
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4.8
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Lori
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The calamari was perfect especially the sauce! Veal Napoleon was divine,truffle reduction was complex and delicious. Linguine Sinatra was a treat for the eye but somewhat less to the taste,something was missing? Italian Cheesecake was amazing! Tito's Martini was perfect with huge,crunchy olives and cold,cold,cold! Will highly recommend to others. Thank you for a memorable Thanksgiving dinner.
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Brando'sPrice: Expensive• Italian• Asbury Park
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4.7
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Donald
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Trama, once again did not disappoint! Excellent food, service, cocktails and ambience. Brought my family there all eight adults were happy and they gave us a round table which was great! I have traveled the world, ate everywhere and was super happy about Trama and how they took care of the most important people in my life! Thank you!
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Trama's TrattoriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Long Branch
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4.9
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Alica
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 22, 2024
From start to finish everyone we encountered was amazing!! The decor was beautiful. The food was delicious and they were able to accommodate food allergies for one of the people in my party. I will be back!!
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Hen Vietnamese Kitchen and BarPrice: Very Expensive• Vietnamese• Neptune
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4.4
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Lori
Alabama •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
Fourth time we have been there when visiting Belmar. Food is always plentiful and spiced to perfection. Warm fire, beautiful Christmas decorations, good prompt service. I am hooked! Highly recommend.
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La Dolce Vita of BelmarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Belmar
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4.5

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Brando's

2. Trama's Trattoria

3. Hen Vietnamese Kitchen and Bar

4. La Dolce Vita of Belmar

5. Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant

6. Harpoon Willy's

7. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

8. Shipwreck Grill - Brielle

9. Brothers Daley

10. DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke

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