Best Casual Restaurants in Union Beach

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1. The Goat by David Burke

4.4

Price: Moderate

• American • Union Beach

Booked 6 times today

THE GOAT by David Burke is a Wood Burning Italian American Cuisine Restaurant by Hazlet native, celebrity chef David Burke.We offer great food, drinks, and private event space.

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2. Assaggini di Roma - Hazlet

4.9

Exceptional(556)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Hazlet

Booked 19 times today

Located in Hazlet NJ. Serving fresh Italian favorites with our own signature dishes. Make a reservation today to try the best Italian in the area!

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3. Proving Ground Waterfront Dining

4.6

Exceptional(1291)

Price: Moderate

• American • Highlands

Booked 4 times today

THE STORY BEHIND THE PROVING GROUND…WE TOOK A LITTLE HISTORY FROM THE AREA WHEN NAMING AND DESIGNING THE RESTAURANT AFTER THE SANDY HOOK PROVING GROUNDS. ESTABLISHED IN 1874, IT BECAME THE FIRST US ARMY PROVING GROUND TO TEST ARTILLERY AND OTHER MATERIALS. AND THAT’S WHAT WE ARE ALL ABOUT – TESTING NEW MENU ITEMS AND SPECIALIZING IN THE NEWEST CRAFT BEER AND COCKTAILS. WE LIKE TO MIX IT UP WITH OUR EVENTS, MUSIC, AND EXPERIENCE TO ALWAYS KEEP THINGS FRESH AND FUN.

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4. Semolina Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3179)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Red Bank

Booked 36 times today

Semolina Restaurant is a farm to table, BYO dining establishment serving simple, casual cuisine. Semolina's menu highlights the seasonality of fresh, local ingredients with a focus on fresh, made in-house pastas.

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5. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

4.7

Exceptional(4670)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Red Bank

Booked 96 times today

Since the opening of their acclaimed Restaurant Nicholas in 2000, Chef Nicholas Harary and his wife, Melissa, modernized the concept of fine dining. This mainstay of Red Bank garnered some of the industry’s highest praise, including 15 straight years as Zagat’s highest-rated restaurant in New Jersey, a 4-star review in the New York Times, and a position on several national “best restaurant” lists.Now, with Barrel & Roost, the couple strips off the white tablecloths and serves up a bold new menu: made-from-scratch food that’s crazy-delicious, yet entirely accessible any night of the week. Set in a newly redesigned modern farmhouse interior, Barrel & Roost is just the place to enjoy Chef Driven Comfort Food with family, old friends, or a grab a drink at the bar for date night!

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6. Victory Park Tavern

4.9

Exceptional(1050)

Price: Expensive

• American • Rumson

Booked 19 times today

Renovation in progress! Restaurant will be closed until October 22nd. We will reopen Wednesday, October 23rd and look forward to seeing you then!Victory Park Tavern is proud to serve Seasonal American Cuisine. We are located in Rumson, NJ, on the corner of River and Lafayette. For our current menu, log on to our website at victoryparktavern.com and click 'Menu + Online Ordering'.All reservations are for indoor tables only. Outside tables and bar seats are first-come, first-serve and are not reservable.

7. CJ McLoone's

4.9

Exceptional(428)

Price: Moderate

• American • Tinton Falls

Booked 2 times today

CJ McLoone's features an intimate, American tavern experience for the entire family, offering lunch and dinner seven days a week; as well as a casual and spacious pub with 14 flat-screen TVs, perfect to relax and watch the game.

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8. Woody's -Tinton Falls

4.6

Exceptional(614)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Tinton Falls

At Woody's Ocean Grille, we offer the area's top fine-casual dining destination. Our unique atmosphere at Woody's offers a somewhat upscale, yet very laid back environment. Our menu is California Coastal with a Southwestern flare, which includes our famous fish tacos, fresh seafood, and exciting southwestern creations. No matter what your taste, you will always find something at Woody's.Our specialty drink menu features Woody's signature cocktail, The Orange Crush - a must have! Also offering an extensive wine list that features an eclectic blend of regions and vintages specially designed to complement your dining experience.Come to Woody's and take your body where your mind's been all week. Mahalo

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9. Triumph Restaurant & Brewery

4.5

Awesome(522)

Price: Moderate

• American • Red Bank

Booked 6 times today

Triumph Brewing Company, founded in 1995, is a full service restaurant and brewery with a seasonally changing gastro-pub menu driven largely by local farms. One guest described us as, "Upscale yet laid back. Cool but cozy. Refined but not pretentious." We're still blushing! We have live, original music Thursday- Sunday - never a cover charge and never a cover band. We have an outdoor patio for drinks and dining where dogs are welcome.Conveniently located on Bridge Avenue just in front of the acclaimed Two River Theater, a 2 minute walk from the train station and a 5 minute walk to the Count Basie Theatre. There is ample, free garage parking directly behind Triumph.

10. Elli’s Backyard

4.6

Exceptional(420)

Price: Moderate

• American • Red Bank

Booked 5 times today

Step into the inviting ambiance of Elli’s Backyard, located at 45 Broad St, Red Bank, NJ, 07701. A cherished family-owned establishment, we've proudly been serving since our inception in 2021. Our diverse, inclusive menu features classic Italian and American dishes, as well as our signature favorites, such as the renowned pineapple bowl, dome-smoked burger, and our house ribs served in a wheelbarrow. With dishes available for those with dietary restrictions also available (Gluten-free, Vegan)Immerse yourself in the tranquil, backyard-like setting of Elli's Backyard, making it the perfect destination for creating memories with friends and family, no matter the occasion. We welcome you from 8 am to 4 pm for breakfast and lunch, and from 5 pm to 10 pm for dinner. For special gatherings, our private dining room is available, making Elli's Backyard an ideal choice for parties, rehearsal dinners, birthdays, and more. Your presence is invaluable to us, and we eagerly anticipate your visit!

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SueVIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Consistently fabulous meal. The signature pork chop was amazing and the shaved Brussel Caesar salad delicious. Love the caramel mousse dessert. One of our favorite restaurants for a fantastic dinner.
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Semolina RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Red Bank
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4.8
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Michael
New Jersey •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The meal was delicious as always. I had the Butter Nut squash Taost, very good! I followed up with Grilled Cheese and Butter Nut Squash soup. It was soo good!
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Nicholas Barrel & RoostPrice: Expensive• Comfort Food• Red Bank
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4.7
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Edward
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food was excellent and service was great. Make sure to get reservations.
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Assaggini di Roma - HazletPrice: Moderate• Italian• Hazlet
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4.9
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Patrik
New York City •38 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Fantastic food, especially the New Year’s specials like cheesy pull apart bread and lobster ravioli. Service was a little slow. Food was quick to be delivered to our table - entrees came out before we were done with appetizers - but was delivered by runners rather than our server so we had to sit with empty glasses till our server finally returned. Probably a staffing issue due to the New Year’s holiday.
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Proving Ground Waterfront DiningPrice: Moderate• American• Highlands
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4.6
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DennisVIP
New York City •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 26, 2024
We couldn't have asked for a better experience. The salmon and tuna tacos were fabulous. We both had short ribs and they were delicious. Dessert was also a treat with the key lime pie. Our waiter was extremely accommodating.
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The Goat by David BurkePrice: Moderate• American• Union Beach
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4.4

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24 restaurants available nearby

1. The Goat by David Burke

2. Assaggini di Roma - Hazlet

3. Proving Ground Waterfront Dining

4. Semolina Restaurant

5. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

6. Victory Park Tavern

7. CJ McLoone's

8. Woody's -Tinton Falls

9. Triumph Restaurant & Brewery

10. Elli’s Backyard

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