Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Manalapan

Highly recommend!! Everything is fantastic - the food, the cocktails, the service… Their reservation times are accurate and our table was ready a few minutes before our time. The bartenders were busy, and still extremely quick to grab and make my order so we could have a drink while waiting. Our server started the table with bread and water as soon as we sat down. All of our food was delicious from start to finish. The manger was super nice when he checked on us, and we really enjoyed our dinner there overall!

This place is a must. It’s a beautiful restaurant with rustic and modern to give you perfect ambience. Staff is like family. They remember you always and that’s something you don’t find everywhere. Food amazing. So many choices enough to make you return. So delicious. We ordered the Big Jumbo Scallops they were perfect. Rigatoni (GF) Chicken n Shrimp. Our friends had the Sunday Sauce and the Zuppa di Pesce. Their first time and will be returning. We had a great time!!! Thanks see you again soon.

Excellent food and service. We went early on a Saturday evening so not too loud and the atmosphere was very cozy.

Brought some friends for the first time. The food and service was top notch as always. The family vibe is so refreshing.

Last night, my lady and I had one of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had. From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional—especially from our waiter, Danielle, who went above and beyond to make our evening unforgettable. The food was beyond delicious, easily ranking among the best meals we’ve ever enjoyed. What truly blew me away was the thoughtful surprise from Danielle: champagne glasses to celebrate our anniversary. That personal touch made the night even more special. Honestly, this was one of the most memorable experiences we’ve ever had at a restaurant, and we’ll definitely be coming back.