Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Ortley Beach

Chef Mikes was amazing ! 5 stars! From appetizers to dinner! We had the Filet Mignon which was the best, as far we experienced in the Jersey shore! Awesome! Highly recommend!

My nephew, who’s been a chef on private yachts for decades, was visiting and wanted to dine at an oceanfront restaurant to celebrate his dad (who passed awsy one year ago). We chose Rooney’s, never having eaten here before. We were not disappointed. The atrium, where we were seated, had a wonderful view of the ocean and the room was very comfortably heated, in addition to feeling spacious and elegant. We started with the baked artichoke appetizer…with a little more of the tasty bread, it could have been a meal! My vegan husband had the Spicy Rigatoni (unfortunately the only vegan option) which he said was great. I had the pan fried bronzini with sweet chili sauce. And even though I rarely like fish, I thoroughly enjoyed it. The sides of mashed Gouda cauliflower and crispy Brussels sprouts were amazing. My nephew- chef loved the lobster roll…except for the fact the roll wasn’t toasted and buttered, which he felt was a real mistake. Overall, our experience was top notch. We will be back!

Fantastic waitress, great cocktail and restaurant week menu many choices. Usually more gourmet choices so better value than this year. Great choice for romantic ambiance restaurant! Was a little cold since temperature had gotten colder that day!

Always superb experience! Never disappointed. Cocktail and dinner menu changes frequently.

Food was very good. Server was attentive but lacked personality. Good vibe but very noisy even before the 2 man band. We love this place though. You won’t be disappointed.