The Mainland Kitchen + Pub

4.9

684 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Great for brunch
Good for groups
Great for happy hour

*We pride ourselves on our family friendly atmosphere. While you dine with us please enjoy the all the amenities our property has to offer. Including top of the line electric go karts, arcade and aerial course! Fun for the entire family!
*Enjoy live music Thursday-Saturday
*Weekly food and drink specials
*Please write in the visit notes if you have a preference in where you would like to sit (indoor or outside) We will do our best to accommodate everyone's needs. You can also select your seating preference.
*Outdoor bookings are weather dependent, we will do our best to find a table inside if the weather does not cooperate. We cannot guarantee a table for you inside if outside seating is closed due to weather.
*Fire pits are first come first serve

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Beer Garden, Pub
Hours of operation
Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Phone number
(609) 481-6120
Website
https://themainlandnj.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Kristopher Greeene
Catering
For more information please contact our Catering and Private Events office at 609.481.6100
Private party facilities
For more information please contact our Catering and Private Events office at 609.481.6100

Location
151 Route 72 W, Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Neighborhood
Manahawkin
Parking details
The parking lot extends behind the restaurant.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

BURRATA BOARD$20.00
burrata cheese | pumpkin seed romesco | balsamic glaze baby arugula | pumpkin seed oil grilled pana di casa
CLASSIC BAR PIE$16.00
blend of mozzarella + provolone house tomato sauce oregano | peccorino romano
MAINLAND SLIDERS$13.00
blueberry bacon jam | whipped goat cheese baby arugula | martin's potato rolls
LOADED NACHOS$17.00
house beef chili | melted cheese | jalapeños guacamole | sour cream | pico de gallo | cilantro
FRIED PICKLES$12.00
hand battered pickle chips | ranch
BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER$13.00
house buffalo | jullienne carrots + micro celery danish blue cheese
MEMPHIS WINGS$15.00
memphis dry rub + siracha honey | house blue cheese
CHICKEN TENDERS$13.00
panko crusted full breast | choice of honey mustard or bbq additional sauces $1
CHICKEN QUESADILLA$15.00
flour tortilla | grilled chicken cheddar jack cheese blend pico de gallo | guacamole | sour cream
BAVARIAN PRETZEL$12.00
dusseldorf mustard | beer cheese
Edamame Dumplings$13.00
crispy pot stickers | thai chili sauce | micro cilantro
Mussels$20.00
PEI mussels | thai coconut broth | micro cilantro | pana di casa
Coconut Shrimp$16.00
coconut breaded friend shrimp | micro cilantro | mango duck sauce
Fish Tacos $18.00
crispy battered cod | creamy chipotle ranch | shredded cabbage | pico de gallo | corn tortillas
Pinto Bean Hummus$15.00
roasted poblano peppers | garlic | fresh thyme | lime juice | olive oil | pico de gallo | blue corn tortilla chips

Greens + Soup

CRAB BISQUE$9.00
lump crab meat | cream | sherry
CHOPPED$14.00
rustic chopped lettuce | cheddar jack | corn red onion | roasted red peppers | tomatoes avocado | bacon | hard boiled egg chipotle ranch
WEDGE$14.00
iceberg | crisp bacon | red onion blue cheese crumbles | heirloom tomatoes candied walnuts blue cheese dressing
CAESAR$14.00
romaine | pecorino romano | croutons traditional house dressing
ADD TO ANY SALAD
GRILLED CHICKEN 7 | GRILLED SHRIMP 10 CRAB CAKE 15 | SCALLOPS (4) 15 SALMON 15 | TUNA 15
FIELD GREENS$14.00
baby greens | madarin oranges | shredded carrots | shaved red onion | craisins | toasted almonds | crumbled goat cheese | orange poppyseed vinaigrette

HANDHELDS

THE CLASSIC BURGER$17.00
blend of brisket, chuck + short rib | aged cheddar | lettuce | tomato | onion | brioche bun
PUB BURGER$19.00
blend of brisket, chuck + short rib | budweiser pub cheese | applewood smoked bacon | onions straws | pickle chips | bavarian pretzel bun
BISTRO BURGER$19.00
blend of brisket, chuck + short rib | swiss cheese | sautéed mushrooms | caramelized onions | truffle herb dijionnaise | onion straws | onion brioche bun
REUBEN$17.00
shaved corn beef | swiss sauerkraut | russian dressing | marble rye
CRAB CAKE SANDWICH$24.00
jumbo lump crab meat | chipotle old bay remoulade | lettuce | tomato | onion | brioche bun
PULLED PORK$17.00
slow roasted pulled pork | hickory bbq | alabama white sauce | pickle chips | onions straws | onion brioche bun
HARVEST GRILLED CHEESE$16.00
vermont white cheddar | applewood smoked bacon | granny smith apple compote | texas toast
NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN$18.00
buttermilk fried free range chicken breast | nashville hot spiced honey | pickle chips | waffle buns
SMOKEHOUSE CHICKEN$18.00
grilled chicken breast | hickory smoked gouda | signature pub sauce | applewood smoked | bacon | lettuce | tomato | onion | bavarian pretzel bun
PESTO PORTOBELLO$16.00
balsamic grilled portobello | fresh mozzarella | roasted pepper | red onion | baby arugula | balsamic glaze | ciabatta
BLACKENED TUNA$24.00
blackened ahi tuna | sweet soy | lettuce | tomato | onion | carrot cucumber seaweed slaw | cucumber wasabi dressing | flour tortilla wrap
RIBEYE SANDWICH$23.00
slow roasted ribeye shaved thin | cajun seasoning | whipped blue cheese | balsamic glaze | caramelized onions | baby greens | toasted ciabatta

Large Plates

CRABCAKES$34.00
lump crab meat | chipotle old bay remoulade | red bliss potato | sautéed squash corn relish | micro celery
SALMON$32.00
atlantic salmon | autumn succotash | cranberry compote | maple glaze | micro beet greens
TUNA$32.00
ahi tuna | honey ginger sweet potato purée | hot honey brussels sprouts | sake wasabi cream | sweet soy | sesame seed | micro shiso
CHICKEN MILANESE$25.00
crispy panko crust | baby arugula | shaved red onion | heirloom cherry tomatoes | shaved parmesan | lemon vinaigrette
PORK CHOP $28.00
tea cured grilled rib chop | sweet red onion jam | micro pea tendrils | yukon mashed potatoes | orange poppyseed vinaigrette
ORECCHIETTE $25.00
extra virgin olive oil | garlic | chili flakes | kalamata olives | zucchini | heirloom cherry tomatoes | grated parmesan | micro basil
NY STRIP$38.00
grilled strip steak | yukon potato wedges | coffee steak sauce | red water cress + blue cheese salacd
SCALLOPS $36.00
viking village scallops | pan seared | roasted corn tomato risotto | saffron lobster broth | mascarpone | grated parmesan | fresh herbs
HALIBUT$34.00
pan seared | balsamic grilled eggplant | roasted red pepper tomato cream | fried baby spinach | balsamic glaze
SHRIMP ROTINI$30.00
rotini pasta | sundried tomatoes | artichoke hearts | baby spinach | garlic cream | grated parmesan | fresh herbs

What 684 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Mainland Kitchen + Pub offers a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, with ample seating and lively live music. Guests appreciate the "excellent service" and "delicious food," making it a great venue for family dining. Unique menu items and generous portions delight, while the spacious outdoor garden area adds charm.

684 Reviews

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Suzanne
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great ! Very busy night being new years eve but it was a great night
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Anthony
VIP
New York City
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
New Year’s Eve was enjoyable. Nice brother duo entertaining. Food was regular menu, which was great vs. pri- fixe offered by many competitors and food was just as good on any regular night, considering there was a large crowd.
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THOMAS
VIP
Atlantic City
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere. Crowded. Jingle Bar was cool. Good food. I’ll be back !! Tom Lynch
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James R.
Atlantic City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Go to the jingle bar while it’s open until January
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Tracy
Atlantic City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Jingle Bell Bar was the perfect ambience for the holiday feeling! Food, service and atmosphere were great! Austin & Kelly make an awesome team working together to offer up suggestions and take care of all the details! ☺️🎄⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Lisa
New York City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
very good service, food and atmosphere. Loved the holiday decorations and drink menu
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Bill
VIP
Tampa
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fun night of drinks and dinner. Our servers in both the bar and restaurant were terrific. Great bourbon recommendations to start the night. Dinner in the restaurant was excellent. Overall our group had a great night.
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Deborah
Philadelphia
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Great food & drinks. Menu items that can’t be found anywhere else.
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LindaP
VIP
New York City
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Holly was great and the food was delicious as always! The music always adds fun to our dining experience as do the TV’s to watch baseball!
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Andrew
New York City
147 reviews
5.0
147 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always outstanding. The new roast chicken big plate is amazing.
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FAQs

The Mainland Kitchen + Pub offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 481-6120.

The Mainland Kitchen + Pub is rated 4.9 stars by 684 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 5, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Mainland Kitchen + Pub

151 Route 72 W, Manahawkin, NJ 08050

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Manahawkin
Hours of operation
Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–12:00 am Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Beer Garden, Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
The parking lot extends behind the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Kristopher Greeene
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://themainlandnj.com/
Phone number
(609) 481-6120
Catering
For more information please contact our Catering and Private Events office at 609.481.6100
Private party facilities
For more information please contact our Catering and Private Events office at 609.481.6100

The Mainland Kitchen + Pub

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Pig Wings

MEMPHIS WINGS

Pub Burger

Small Plates

BURRATA BOARD$20.00

CLASSIC BAR PIE$16.00

MAINLAND SLIDERS$13.00

LOADED NACHOS$17.00

FRIED PICKLES$12.00

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER$13.00

MEMPHIS WINGS$15.00

CHICKEN TENDERS$13.00

CHICKEN QUESADILLA$15.00

BAVARIAN PRETZEL$12.00

Edamame Dumplings$13.00

Mussels$20.00

Coconut Shrimp$16.00

Fish Tacos $18.00

Pinto Bean Hummus$15.00

Greens + Soup

CRAB BISQUE$9.00

CHOPPED$14.00

WEDGE$14.00

CAESAR$14.00

ADD TO ANY SALAD

FIELD GREENS$14.00

HANDHELDS

THE CLASSIC BURGER$17.00

PUB BURGER$19.00

BISTRO BURGER$19.00

REUBEN$17.00

CRAB CAKE SANDWICH$24.00

PULLED PORK$17.00

HARVEST GRILLED CHEESE$16.00

NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN$18.00

SMOKEHOUSE CHICKEN$18.00

PESTO PORTOBELLO$16.00

BLACKENED TUNA$24.00

RIBEYE SANDWICH$23.00

Large Plates

CRABCAKES$34.00

SALMON$32.00

TUNA$32.00

CHICKEN MILANESE$25.00

PORK CHOP $28.00

ORECCHIETTE $25.00

NY STRIP$38.00

SCALLOPS $36.00

HALIBUT$34.00

SHRIMP ROTINI$30.00

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Make a reservation

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Dining areas

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