Proving Ground Waterfront Dining
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- Great for outdoor dining
- Great for scenic views
- Great for happy hour
Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesAmerican, Seafood, Contemporary American
- Hours of operationMon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Phone number(732) 872-2266
- Payment optionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefBonnie Burton & Ed Sosa
- Private party facilitiesThe Proving Ground is the perfect spot to celebrate special occasions . With a stunning view of the water in our comfortable modern seaside space with spectacular food you cannot go wrong. Birthdays - Anniversaries - Bridal and Baby Showers - Engagement, Rehearsal Dinners, and Weddings. We have the space to do it all! Call today to speak with Ashley about booking your next private event with us. 732-872-2266 https://www.theprovingground.com/private-events
- NeighborhoodHighlands
- Cross streetCornwall St & Bay Ave
- Parking detailsComplimentary Valet in our busy times and seasons.
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Offers
Burger Night on Tuesdays!
Multiple dates availableTue - Wed - 4:00 PM - 8:30 PMEvery Wednesday is Pasta & Wine Night!
Multiple dates availableWed - 4:00 PM - 8:30 PMFall & Winters at The Proving Ground
Multiple dates availableSun - 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 8:30 PM,Mon - Tue - 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Wed - 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM,Thu - Fri - 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Sat - 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Popular dishes
What 1,283 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
- 4.3Food
- 4.5Service
- 4.6Ambience
- 4.2Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
New Jersey
Hot spot
Monmouth
Hot spot
Monmouth
Great for outdoor dining
Monmouth
Great for scenic views
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dave
Philadelphia
vip32 reviews
3.032 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
- Overall 3
- Food 4
- Service 2
- Ambience 3
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Kirill
New York City
10 reviews
4.010 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
- Overall 4
- Food 3
- Service 4
- Ambience 2
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adimitrakis
Chicago
9 reviews
3.09 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
- Overall 3
- Food 2
- Service 3
- Ambience 3
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Eric
Charleston
3 reviews
3.03 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
- Overall 3
- Food 2
- Service 3
- Ambience 4
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Gail
Atlantic City
vip33 reviews
5.033 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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David
New York City
vip32 reviews
5.032 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Caroline
New York City
vip9 reviews
2.09 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
- Overall 2
- Food 1
- Service 3
- Ambience 4
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Katarina
New Jersey
1 review
5.01 review
Dined on October 20, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 5
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debbie
Naples
38 reviews
5.038 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Teri
New York City
2 reviews
5.02 reviews
Dined on October 11, 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
Proving Ground Waterfront Dining offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 872-2266.
Proving Ground Waterfront Dining is rated 4.4 stars by 1283 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
Order delivery or takeout
56 SHREWSBURY AVE, HIGHLANDS, NJ 07732
Dining areas
Additional information
- Cross streetCornwall St & Bay Ave
- NeighborhoodHighlands
- Hours of operationMon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesAmerican, Seafood, Contemporary American
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsComplimentary Valet in our busy times and seasons.
- Payment optionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefBonnie Burton & Ed Sosa
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number(732) 872-2266
- Private party facilitiesThe Proving Ground is the perfect spot to celebrate special occasions . With a stunning view of the water in our comfortable modern seaside space with spectacular food you cannot go wrong. Birthdays - Anniversaries - Bridal and Baby Showers - Engagement, Rehearsal Dinners, and Weddings. We have the space to do it all! Call today to speak with Ashley about booking your next private event with us. 732-872-2266 https://www.theprovingground.com/private-events