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Where to Eat in Seaside Heights

From oceanfront cocktails and seafood dinners to pizza slices and quick boardwalk bites, Seaside Heights offers plenty of ways to satisfy your appetite.

Restaurants with Bars

• Beachcomber Bar & Grill: Lively boardwalk hangout serving seafood, sushi, and American pub fare. Casual sit-down dining with live music and a beach-bar atmosphere. Alcohol: Full bar.

• Spicy Cantina: Mexican-inspired tacos, fajitas, and burritos with ocean views and a festive atmosphere. Casual sit-down dining upstairs and a lively bar scene below. Alcohol: Full bar, including margaritas.

• Klee’s Bar & Grill: Neighborhood tavern serving burgers, pizza, sandwiches, and hearty dinners. Relaxed sit-down dining with an old-school Shore feel. Alcohol: Full bar.

• Henry’s at Klee’s: A more intimate setting for breakfast or dinner, with a martini-bar atmosphere that suits date nights and small gatherings. Alcohol: Cocktails and bar service.

• Hemingway’s Café: Restaurant, bar, and nightlife venue offering seafood, steaks, sushi, and Italian-American dishes. Sit-down dining that transitions into a more energetic evening scene. Alcohol: Full bar.

• Hooks Bar & Grill: Easygoing neighborhood spot for burgers, wings, pizza, seafood, and comfort food. Casual sit-down dining with games and live entertainment. Alcohol: Full bar.

• Jimbo’s Bar & Grill: Retro, 1950s-themed boardwalk restaurant serving American favorites in a casual, family-friendly setting. Full-service dining close to Casino Pier. Alcohol: Full bar.

• JR’s Ocean Bar & Grill: Classic boardwalk bar serving cheesesteaks and casual American fare, with Maruca’s pizza available alongside your drinks. Relaxed sit-down atmosphere. Alcohol: Full bar.

• Maruca’s Tomato Pies: Famous for its signature swirl of tomato sauce, this boardwalk pizza institution offers quick slices and pies, plus dining through JR’s. Alcohol: Available through JR’s bar.

• The Ocean View: Oceanfront restaurant serving seafood, raw-bar selections, and American dishes. Sit-down dining, outdoor seating, and live entertainment create a lively beach-club feel. Alcohol: Full bar.

• Seaside Social House: Casual sports-bar setting with American comfort food, pizza, and drinks. A relaxed choice for watching a game or gathering with friends. Alcohol: Bar service.

• Jersey Roll Bar & Grill: Jersey-inspired comfort food and pork-roll favorites in a lively boardwalk setting overlooking the rides. Casual sit-down dining with entertainment. Alcohol: Bar service and specialty drinks.

• Lobster Lounge: Seafood-focused dining with a more polished, intimate atmosphere than the typical boardwalk stop. A sit-down option for dinner and drinks. Alcohol: Craft cocktails.

• Chef Mike’s Legacy: Upsscale sit-down dining featuring seafood, steaks, a raw bar, and creative seasonal dishes. A good fit for date nights and special occasions; neat casual attire. Alcohol: Full bar and wine list.

• Surf Bar / Surf Seafood & Grill: Laid-back Casino Pier stops for cheesesteaks, sausage sandwiches, seafood, and quick meals amid the rides. Casual counter and bar service. Alcohol: Available.

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BYOB Resturaunts

• PJ’s Place: Seafood and Italian-American dishes in a relaxed sit-down setting near the boardwalk. A comfortable choice for a leisurely dinner. Alcohol: BYOB; no alcohol sold.

• Breakin’ Bread on the Boulevard: Family-run Italian restaurant serving hearty dinners in a cozy dining room with outdoor seating. Casual, welcoming, and suited to a proper sit-down meal. Alcohol: BYOB.

• Mila’s of Seaside: Bright, flower-filled breakfast and brunch spot with creative dishes, specialty coffees, and a playful atmosphere. Casual sit-down café. Alcohol: BYOB.

• Montes Café / Montes Taqueria: Mexican cooking with tacos and other traditional favorites in a relaxed, casual setting. Dine in or take out. Alcohol: Reported BYOB; confirm when reserving.

Casual Dining, Takeout & Boardwalk Bites - Alcohol service is unconfirmed for the entries below. Check directly before bringing your own drinks.

• Pelican’s Wharf by Chef Justin: Waterfront seafood spot featuring lobster rolls, seafood boils, and coastal favorites. Casual sit-down dining and takeout with a relaxed bayside atmosphere.

• CheeseSteak Louie’s: Ribeye cheesesteaks, loaded fries, and inventive comfort food. A casual sandwich stop geared toward quick meals and takeout.

• The Original Steaks Unlimited: Classic Shore sandwich stop for cheesesteaks, sausage sandwiches, and fries. No-frills, quick-service comfort food near the boardwalk.

• Three Brothers From Italy Pizza: Traditional boardwalk pizza with big slices and a nostalgic Shore feel. Casual counter service for a quick bite between beach and arcade stops.

• Little Mia’s Pizza: Neighborhood pizzeria serving Italian favorites and pizza in a straightforward, casual setting. Convenient for takeout and a relaxed meal.

• Shore Slice Pizza & Grill: Boardwalk pizza and grill fare with an easygoing, quick-meal style. Counter ordering and takeout.

• Dentato’s Clam Bar: Classic boardwalk food stand serving clams, sausage-and-pepper sandwiches, and hot dogs. Casual walk-up service. Despite the name, alcohol service is unconfirmed.

• Samara Grill: Mediterranean dishes including gyros, kebabs, falafel, and hummus. A relaxed option for a quick meal or takeout beyond the usual boardwalk fare.

• Manna Korean Wings: Korean-style fried chicken, filled taiyaki pastries, and bubble tea. A casual boardwalk stop for bold flavors and quick bites.

• Falafel Meets Shawarma: Middle Eastern wraps, shawarma, and falafel from a boardwalk kiosk. Casual walk-up food with meat and vegetarian choices.

• Macc’s Mac & Cheese: Comfort-food kiosk serving macaroni and cheese with creative toppings, including buffalo chicken. Quick counter service for a filling boardwalk bite.

• Holy Smokes Southern BBQ: Southern barbecue from a casual boardwalk kiosk. A quick-service option for a hearty meal.

• Grill My Dill: Pickle-focused seasonal kiosk with a playful twist on boardwalk snacking. Walk-up service near The Ocean View.

• Jimmy’s Breakfast Restaurant: Straightforward American breakfast in a casual sit-down setting near the boardwalk. An easy stop before a beach day.

• Ryan’s Deli & Catering: Deli sandwiches, breakfast, and prepared meals with a practical, grab-and-go style. Handy for beach lunches and feeding a group.

• Curley’s Fries: Casino Pier stand serving fresh fries, funnel cakes, and zeppoles. Classic walk-up boardwalk snacking.

Whether you come for the beach, the boardwalk, the food or the nightlife, Seaside Heights offers the perfect mix of classic Jersey Shore tradition and new experiences. Come for the day, stay for the week and make memories that will keep you coming back year after year.