Best Live Music Restaurants in Highlands

15 restaurants available nearby

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1. Proving Ground Waterfront Dining

4.5

Price: Moderate

• American • Highlands

Booked 30 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. Bistro Iberia

4.5

Awesome(80)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Highlands

🌟 Embark on a Culinary Journey to Iberia! 🌟Attention all food enthusiasts and flavor adventurers! Join us for an epicurean escapade that will transport your taste buds to the captivating lands of Iberia. Bistro Iberia's one-of-a-kind dining experience will celebrate the diverse and enchanting cuisines of Andalucia, Barcelona, French-inspired Pyrenees, and Portugal. Our Iberian-inspired restaurant is your passport to a world of culinary delights, where centuries of history, culture, and innovation converge on your plate.

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3. DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke

4.6

Exceptional(2252)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sea Bright

Booked 18 times today

We are open to the public all year round! Please visit our website https://drifthousedb.com/ to join our VIP rewards program. At DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke you will find our menu features American plates as a reflection of chef David Burke’s contemporary approach to cooking, with a nod to elevated local area classics. We encourage any party size up to 10 guests to book through OpenTable as we have recently updated our platform to accept larger parties up to 10 guests. For larger parties, we recommend reserving an earlier or later time slot to cultivate an optimal dining experience. Any parties larger than 10, please call us or leave us a message. Be sure to join our VIP Loyalty Program. We reward our guests with 1 points for every $1 spent! Thank You

4. The Rum Runner

4.6

Exceptional(2652)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Sea Bright

Booked 35 times today

Welcome to the 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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5. Triumph Restaurant & Brewery

4.6

Exceptional(513)

Price: Moderate

• American • Red Bank

Booked 40 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.

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6. McLoone's Pier House

4.5

Awesome(2080)

Price: Expensive

• American • Long Branch

Booked 21 times today

McLoone's Pier House is an oceanfront restaurant serving classic, American cuisine. The offerings range from fresh seafood to hand-cut steaks, as well as pastas, sushi, salads & homemade desserts. The restaurant stands on the beach, just feet from the waves below & is wrapped completely in glass. Pier House boasts two bars with live entertainment. The Atlantic Room also plays host to a fabulous Sunday Brunch & is available 7 days a week for private events. Outdoor Dining is available from April through October, weather permitting.**Please note that reservations are for indoor dining ONLY. Outdoor dining is available on a first come, first serve basis.**If paying with a credit/debit card, there will be a 2.5% convenience fee applied. Thank you.

7. 21A on Broadway

4.7

Exceptional(168)

Price: Expensive

• American • Long Branch

Booked 6 times today

Hello, Salve, Hola, Bonjour, Olá, Alex and I started our first business, Bella's Pizzeria in 1996, in partnership with my dad, Mario. After 25 years, we have decided to take our experience and open a new, fine-dining restaurant located in the heart of downtown Long Branch at 202 Broadway.We began this journey in October 2020 with an idea which then became a dream and it has finally become a reality: American cuisine with a Mediterranean fusion. We look forward to serving you.

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8. The Squire at Branches

4.8

Exceptional(294)

Price: Expensive

• American • Long Branch

Booked 17 times today

The Squire at Branches is a full-service restaurant and bar nestled in beautiful West Long Branch. This hidden Gem has gone through a major renovation, with an expansive bar, a beautifully-crafted wine room, and a gas-burning fire place. The electric menu was created by Chef Cliff Richardson; a culinary prodigy whose passion has taken him around the world. Experienced in Caribbean, French, Italian and American cuisine. Chef Richardson worked his way through the ranks at the Malliouhana Hotel under the leadership of Michelin Star Chef Michelle Rostang in Paris. The Squire is best known for their Surf & Turf Board- 32oz (CAB) Porterhouse Steak, 2 (6oz) Cold Water Lobster Tails, Pan Seared Dry Diver Scallops & Jumbo Shrimp accompanied with your choice of sides. The Squire is a MUST VISIT- with amazing food, beautiful ambiance and great service. - Happy Hour is Offered Wednesday-Sunday from 4-7pm.-

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9. Gargiulos Tinton Falls

4.7

Exceptional(1220)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Tinton Falls

Booked 19 times today

After serving classic Neapolitan Cuisine for over 50 years in Brooklyn, three generations later, the Russo family has decided to bring the Gargiulo’s to Tinton Falls, New Jersey! Bringing along the food you love, the family traditions you cherish, and new memories that will last a lifetime – all without having to cross two bridges!’

10. Avenue

new

4.3

Awesome(3233)

Price: Expensive

• French • Long Branch

Booked 11 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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RichardVIP
New York City •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It’s always a pleasure to dine at the River Cafe. It’s the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion!! We had the privilege to be seated in the area served by the excellent captain Bernie. He is friendly, attentive, and professional!!
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The River CafePrice: Very Expensive• American• DUMBO
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4.9
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JoAnneVIP
New York City •195 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food and service exceptional. French onion soup and goat cheese fritters to start. Shrimp tacos and turkey Rueben delicious. Perfect holiday afternoon.
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The Rum RunnerPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sea Bright
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4.6
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CurtissVIP
Charlotte •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The food was fabulous. We loved everything about this restaurant. Also, Lilly, our waitress, was absolutely fantastic!! It was a very busy night, large holiday parties and short staffed. However, she was on point without missing a beat. I’ll most definitely return.
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DRIFTHOUSE by David BurkePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Sea Bright
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4.6
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Cathleen
New York City •23 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 Dec 2024
Great view, attentive service, fresh and tasty food. Only drawback was the very loud conversation from nearby tables, which almost drowned out the conversation with my friend.
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Proving Ground Waterfront DiningPrice: Moderate• American• Highlands
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4.5
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Nancy
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on 10 Oct 2024
Food was delicious, service was Excellent! The Chef even came out to check on us. We went early, 5:30pm so it was a bit quiet but the restaurant is very charming and cozy. Would love to go back on a Saturday night when there is Flamenco and finish my night with an espresso from the beautiful machine they have. I wish them the best!
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Bistro IberiaPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Highlands
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4.5

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Proving Ground Waterfront Dining

2. Bistro Iberia

3. DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke

4. The Rum Runner

5. Triumph Restaurant & Brewery

6. McLoone's Pier House

7. 21A on Broadway

8. The Squire at Branches

9. Gargiulos Tinton Falls

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