Best Lunch Restaurants in Highlands

41 restaurants available nearby

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1. Proving Ground Waterfront Dining

4.4

Price: Moderate

• American • Highlands

Booked 7 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.

2. Bahrs Landing

4.7

Exceptional(2688)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Highlands

Booked 12 times today

We are open for Outdoor and Indoor dining and takeout only from 11:30 AM-9:00 P.M. 7 days. Since 1917 the Bahrs family has been serving fresh seafood, big lobsters and choice steaks. Located at the entrance to Sandy Hook National Seashore, Bahrs Landing features outdoor “Dockside Dining”. One of the Jersey Shore’s true landmark establishments, it is truly the quintessential Jersey seafood dining experience! SUMMER NOTE: We do NOT take reservations for outdoor seating. We have expanded our outdoor waterfront dining options. For a table see our host stand outside by the Tiki Bar. To order take out, go to our website. Also available for walk up orders at our host stand. Dock and Dine on board your boat in our marina is an option as well. Mask are optional.

3. Brothers Daley

4.7

Exceptional(81)

Price: Expensive

• Irish • Sea Bright

Booked 10 times today

Located in the heart of Sea Bright, Brothers Daley promises a storied atmosphere that pays homage to traditional Irish culture here at the heart of the vibrant Jersey Shore community. Our high-quality kitchen offers a diverse and mouth-watering menu crafted by Executive Chef Justin Skribner and Chef de Cuisine Ryan Bush. Pair your meal with a selection from our full bar, featuring an array of beers, wines, and crafted cocktails that cater to all tastes.

4. Beach Tavern

4.3

Awesome(1503)

Price: Expensive

• American • Long Branch

Booked 9 times today

Waterfront restaurant serving steaks, seafood, raw bar, pizza & pasta. Located on the Shrewsbury River in the Channel Club Marina. For parties of 5 of more please call to check availability at (732)-870-8999. Sunday brunch will be coming soon!Happy hour is available Monday- Thursday 12pm-6pm bar and high top tables. Saturday 12pm-4pm and All day Sunday! Please note outdoor seating is limited and on weekends we do not take outdoor reservations, it is walk-in only. Outdoor dining cannot accommodate party sizes larger than 8. Reservations are for indoor dining ONLY.

5. The Rum Runner

4.5

Awesome(2631)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sea Bright

Booked 7 times today

Welcome to the newly rebuilt, redesigned, and re-imagined Rum Runner! Although a lot has changed over the years, we still look to provide you and your family with same great experience you have come to remember and love. As always, we are featuring exquisite cuisine, paired wine, and creative drinks. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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6. Victory Park Tavern

4.8

Exceptional(1039)

Price: Expensive

• American • Rumson

Booked 9 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.

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7. The Atlantic House

4.8

Exceptional(562)

Price: Expensive

• American • Atlantic Highlands

Booked 12 times today

European influence on handcrafted cocktails and small plates that will provide excellent food and drinks at a reasonable price.

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8. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

4.7

Exceptional(4595)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Red Bank

Booked 94 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!

9. Avenue

new

4.2

Awesome(3225)

Price: Expensive

• French • Long Branch

Booked 9 times today

Discovering the experience of dining in a place such as Cannes or Nice was never easier than now with the opening of the French Bistro and Raw Bar, Avenue. The only difference between dining at Avenue and dining along the Côte d'Azur, is that your gaze lands on waves on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean. Avenue is located along our side of the pond, on our own eastern shores in Long Branch, New Jersey. This gleaming new restaurant is designed by the internationally renowned architect David Collins, and the collaboration is nothing short of amazing.

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10. Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(6145)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Long Branch

Booked 20 times today

Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant is a unique dining experience since Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant, a unique dining experience since 1995, has a picturesque location on the famous New Jersey Shore in historical Long Branch. A huge bi-level outdoor deck brings diners even closer to the breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean. The decor is truly designed to give patrons a sense of closeness to the sea.Rooney’s provides innovative, diverse dishes with the concept of fresh seafood at the heart of its cuisine. The menus at Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant continually change to offer a different dining experience at each and every visit to this exciting oceanfront restaurant. The stylish architecture, relaxed setting and creative menus make this year-round oceanfront restaurant a favorite on the Jersey ShoreIt's a big ocean...someone has to embrace it.

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lyn
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I very seldom write reviews, but had to make sure I recognized Bahrs Landing. I have visited often - when "we drove down the shore", now I live here. The occasion for our visit last evening was my son's birthday and we had a wonder table by the water which helped with the little ones. The staff from the host to the server were amazing. The tone they set is so welcoming and friendly that it just compliments the great food! Bahrs is a jersey landmark and has been part of our state's dining expience since 1917 You don't stay in the restaurant business for that long without being exceptional. Thank you to the staff of Bahr's
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Bahrs LandingPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Highlands
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4.7
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Terryvip
New York City •87 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our party of six really enjoyed our evening at Rum Runner. Our server was terrific (I'm sorry I didn't get her name) - professional, friendly. The cocktails and wine were excellent. Everyone enjoyed the appetizers (ahi tuna nachos & jerk chicken lettuce cups), and the entrees were very good. My only critique was that my Betty salad with sesame ahi tuna was drenched in dressing. Other than that, a terrific evening at a beautiful venue.
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The Rum RunnerPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sea Bright
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4.5
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Kirill
New York City •10 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
The food was good, service attentive, the place had energetic ambiance of a sports bar.
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Proving Ground Waterfront DiningPrice: Moderate• American• Highlands
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4.4
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loreenvip
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 Nov 2024
Another wonderful dinner! Great service!!!! Amazing atmosphere. We are never disappointed.
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Brothers DaleyPrice: Expensive• Irish• Sea Bright
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4.7
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Angela
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 Nov 2024
Our waitress, Kristin, was wonderful. Great service.
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Beach TavernPrice: Expensive• American• Long Branch
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4.3

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41 restaurants available nearby

1. Proving Ground Waterfront Dining

2. Bahrs Landing

3. Brothers Daley

4. Beach Tavern

5. The Rum Runner

6. Victory Park Tavern

7. The Atlantic House

8. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

9. Avenue

10. Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant

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