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Harpoon Willy's - Manasquan, Manasquan, NJ

Harpoon Willy's - Manasquan

4.2
4.2
1478 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 22 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for scenic views
Harpoon Willy’s is widely recognized as a port of unforgettable hospitality on the Manasquan River, set inside an establishment that’s seen more than two centuries of history.

Whether your journey brings you to Harpoon Willy’s for a delicious burger or seafood with friends, a cozy fireside chat, or a drink at the bar after a day of adventure, you’re invited to relax, unwind, and embrace the spirit of rustic, riverside charm.

Additional information

  • Location
    2655 River Rd, Manasquan, NJ 08736
  • Phone number
    (732) 223-8880
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–16:00 Sun 12:00–16:00 Bar Mon–Thu 11:30–23:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–01:00 Sun 12:00–23:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Ample on-site parking, including adjacent lot during evenings & weekends. Street parking until 8:00pm.
  • Payment Options
    Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jose Zaruma
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

Menu

Appetizers

  • Firecracker ShrimpUSD 11.00

    Crisp Shrimp | Firecracker Sauce | Lime | Micro Cilantro

    • Truffled Tater TotsUSD 18.00

      Bacon Gruyère Dipping Sauce | HW Signature

      • Chimichurri Steak Bites USD 18.00

        Marinated & Seared | Horseradish Mayo

        • Neat NachosUSD 17.00

          White Corn Chips | House Chili | Cheddar & Jack Cheese Blend | Lettuce | Tomatoes | Pickled Jalapeño | Sour Cream | Avocado Puree | Pico de Gallo

          • Warm Bavarian Style PretzelUSD 15.00

            House-made Beer Cheese | Whole Grain Mustard | Vegetarian

            • Steamed Drunken ClamsUSD 19.00

              Choice of: Roasted or Steamed with Garlic | White Wine | Butter

              • Chicken Lemongrass DumplingsUSD 16.00

                Steamed or Fried | Wasabi Ponzu Sauce

                • Jumbo WingsUSD 12.00

                  Choice of: Buffalo | Chimichurri | Long Hot Pepper Jam Honey | Roasted Garlic Served with Carrots & Celery | Gluten Free

                  • Fried CalamariUSD 18.00

                    Chili Peppers | Marinara Sauce

                    • Fried Brussels SproutsUSD 15.00

                      Sweet Chili Sauce | Spicy Asian Aioli

                      Soups & Salads

                      • Chowder of the DayUSD 6.00

                        HW Signature

                        • Soup of the DayUSD 5.00

                          • WedgeUSD 16.00

                            Baby Iceberg | House Made Blue Cheese Dressing | Pickled Red Onions | Crisp Bacon | Grape Tomatoes | Gluten Free

                            • Asian Chicken SaladUSD 22.00

                              Grilled Chicken | Arugula | Cabbage | Carrots | Cashew | Sesame Soy Dressing

                              • CaesarUSD 12.00

                                Romaine | House-made Dressing | Shaved Parmesan | Croutons

                                • Blackened TunaUSD 27.00

                                  Chopped Romaine | Avocado Vinaigrette | Roasted Tomatoes | Shredded Cheese | Crispy Tortillas

                                  • Baby SpinachUSD 16.00

                                    Roasted Pear | Goat Cheese | Candied Walnuts | Champagne Vinaigrette | Vegetarian | Gluten Free

                                    Raw Bar

                                    Gluten Free

                                    • Shrimp CocktailUSD 19.00

                                      Jumbo Shrimp | Cocktail Sauce | Lemon

                                      • Oysters on Half Shell (MP)

                                        Ask your server for local selection, Mignonette | Cocktail Sauce | Lemon

                                        • NJ Middle Neck ClamsUSD 2.00

                                          Cocktail Sauce | Lemon

                                          • The Bay TowerUSD 85.00

                                            Serves 2-4, Oysters | Clams | Shrimp | Poke Tuna | Crabmeat Cocktail | Chilled Lobster

                                            • The Ocean TowerUSD 160.00

                                              Serves 5-8, Oysters | Clams | Shrimp | Poke Tuna | Crabmeat Cocktail | Bloody Mary Shrimp Cocktail | Chilled Lobster

                                              Burgers & Sandwiches

                                              • River Road BurgerUSD 18.00

                                                Lettuce | Tomato | Pickle | Choice of Cheese

                                                • Louisiana Shrimp Po Boy USD 19.00

                                                  Red Leaf Lettuce | Tomato | Red Onion | Old Bay Aioli | Coleslaw

                                                  • Grilled Yellowfin Tuna SandwichUSD 23.00

                                                    Arugula | Tomato | Korean BBQ | Sriracha Aioli

                                                    • The CiabattaUSD 21.00

                                                      Fresh Mozzarella | Tomato | Prosciutto | Red Leaf Lettuce | Basil | Kalamata Olive Spread

                                                      • Wall BurgerUSD 20.00

                                                        Caramelized Onions | Bacon | Gruyère Sauce | Grilled Tomato | HW Signature

                                                        • Slow Braised BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich USD 19.00

                                                          Topped with Coleslaw | Cheddar Jack Cheese | Coleslaw

                                                          • Jumbo Lump Crab Cake SandwichUSD 23.00

                                                            Roasted Garlic Aioli | Red Leaf Lettuce | Tomato | Chips | Coleslaw

                                                            • The GardenUSD 18.00

                                                              Grilled Portobello Mushroom | Roasted Red Peppers | Marinated Artichokes | Balsamic Glaze | Red Leaf Lettuce | Tuscan Bread

                                                              • So Cal BurgerUSD 21.00

                                                                Avocado | Frizzled Onions | Roasted Tomatoes | Spicy Mayo

                                                                • Blackened Salmon WrapUSD 22.00

                                                                  Brie | Arugula | Roasted Tomatoes | Vanilla Bean Vinaigrette

                                                                  • Manasquan PaniniUSD 21.00

                                                                    Grilled Pesto Chicken | Prosciutto | Fresh Mozzarella | Olive Spread | Arugula

                                                                    • Turkey & Vermont CheddarUSD 20.00

                                                                      Granny Smith Apples | Autumn Flavored Mayonnaise | Red Leaf Lettuce | Grilled on Country White Bread

                                                                      Entrees

                                                                      • Rustic Short RibsUSD 29.00

                                                                        Braised with Italian Tomatoes | Garlic | Oregano | Asiago | Polenta | Broccoli Rabe Remolata | Gluten Free | HW Signature

                                                                        • Honey Bacon ShrimpUSD 28.00

                                                                          Steamed Sticky Rice | Gochujang | Kimchi | Gluten Free

                                                                          • Truffle Parmesan ChickenUSD 26.00

                                                                            Asiago Crusted Chicken Breast | Parmesan Risotto | Truffle Cream Sauce | Sautéed Spinach | Gluten Free

                                                                            • Pistachio Crusted Salmon USD 32.00

                                                                              Fennel Apple Salad | Red Rice | Red Pepper Coulis | Gluten Free

                                                                              • Tuna Poke BowlUSD 29.00

                                                                                Sushi Rice | Seaweed Salad | Dice Cucumber | Chili Sauce | Wasabi Ponzu Sauce | Crispy Wontons

                                                                                • Fish and ChipsUSD 27.00

                                                                                  Atlantic Cod | French Fries | Cole Slaw | Tartar Sauce | HW Signature

                                                                                  Kids

                                                                                  • Chicken Fingers & FriesUSD 10.00

                                                                                    • Mini Flatbread PizzaUSD 10.00

                                                                                      Cheese | Tomato Sauce

                                                                                      • PastaUSD 10.00

                                                                                        Butter or Marinara

                                                                                        • Cheese QuesadillaUSD 10.00

                                                                                          Dessert

                                                                                          • Death by ChocolateUSD 13.00

                                                                                            Five Layer Chocolate Cake | Chocolate Ganache | Chocolate Gelato | Whipped Cream

                                                                                            • Key Lime PieUSD 11.00

                                                                                              Key Lime Curd | Graham Cracker Crust | Raspberry Sorbet | Vegetarian

                                                                                              • Carrot CakeUSD 13.00

                                                                                                Five Layers | Cream Cheese Frosting | Caramel Sauce | Vanilla Ice Cream

                                                                                                • Apple CrispUSD 11.00

                                                                                                  Cinnamon Oat Crumble | Salted Caramel Ice Cream | Caramel Sauce | Whipped Cream

                                                                                                  • Seasonal CheesecakeUSD 13.00

                                                                                                    Inquire with your server

                                                                                                    Last updated: 13 January 2025

                                                                                                    What 1,478 people are saying

                                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                    4.2
                                                                                                    4.2 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                    • 4.1Food
                                                                                                    • 4.4Service
                                                                                                    • 4.4Ambience
                                                                                                    • 4Value

                                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                    Harpoon Willy's in Manasquan offers a vibrant riverside dining experience with "fantastic service" and "delicious food." Enjoy "amazing specialty cocktails" and a "beautiful view" of the Manasquan River. While the ambiance can be lively and noisy, the "friendly staff" and "generous portions" make it worth the visit.

                                                                                                    1,478 Reviews

                                                                                                    1. Donna VIP

                                                                                                      New Jersey86 reviews

                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      i enjoyed the Caesar salad along with the crab cake entree with sides . my husband had the Caesar salad as well with a delicious hamburger with onion rings. we also shared 2 bottles of pinot noir. the service was spaced wonderfully by aloya our server - our first time but far from last time

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                                                                                                    2. Barbara

                                                                                                      New York City41 reviews

                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      I’d say food is average. However, I like the energy of the place, the burgers are great, and our service was very good.

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                                                                                                    3. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                      New York City1 review

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 1 March 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Friendly service. The quality of food is good. The drinks are pricey. The atmosphere is cozy with moderate noise level.

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                                                                                                    4. Marie

                                                                                                      Philadelphia4 reviews

                                                                                                      2.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 28 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 2
                                                                                                      2. Food 2
                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                      My husband and I were highly disappointed especially with his meal. The menu stated Surf and Filet Mignon which stated 6 oz. The filet mignon was medallions. We have been to this restaurant many times but were told new management and new menu. Dinner menu was limited. We don’t mind paying for a good dinner but unfortunately was very surprised how much it has changed. The server was very nice and polite. Definitely not happy again with the menu choices..

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                                                                                                    5. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                      New York City1 review

                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 27 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                      2. Food 2
                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      Usually love the place. What I ate this time gave me stomach issues. Bad fish maybe?

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                                                                                                    6. Karen VIP

                                                                                                      New York City7 reviews

                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 25 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Love Harpoons, but the entrees are all over $32 which is fine if the quality is great but in recent visits the food has been mediocre. I miss the Harpoon days of a variety of entrees plus gourmet burger and sandwich and salad options. I love the location and ambiance but miss the great food. We don’t go as often as we used to.

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                                                                                                    7. Maryanne

                                                                                                      New Jersey1 review

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 22 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Excellent service, great food, warm and inviting dining room.

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                                                                                                    8. Kendis VIP

                                                                                                      New York City15 reviews

                                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 22 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                      Miss the old menu! Bring back the quesadilla! Trying to be something it’s not

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                                                                                                    9. Keith VIP

                                                                                                      New York City19 reviews

                                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 21 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                                      3. Service 2
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      I’ve had better food there before and again the server rushes us out of there. There’s no one waiting and insist on asking us 50 times. Do you want anything else?

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                                                                                                    10. anthony

                                                                                                      Atlantic City4 reviews

                                                                                                      2.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 21 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 2
                                                                                                      2. Food 1
                                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      5 people dining everyones Food was served cold the veggie sandwich was cold and disgusting the salmon was dry cold and disgusting but the fries were hot

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                                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                                    Harpoon Willy's - Manasquan offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 223-8880.

                                                                                                    Harpoon Willy's - Manasquan is rated 4.2 stars by 1478 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                                    7:00 pm
                                                                                                    Booked 22 times today
                                                                                                    Google Map for Harpoon Willy's - Manasquan

                                                                                                    2655 River Rd, Manasquan, NJ 08736

                                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                                      (732) 223-8880
                                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                                      Seafood, Steak, Contemporary American
                                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                      Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30–16:00 Sun 12:00–16:00 Bar Mon–Thu 11:30–23:30 Fri, Sat 11:30–01:00 Sun 12:00–23:30 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 16:00–21:00
                                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                                      Casual Dress
                                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                                      Ample on-site parking, including adjacent lot during evenings & weekends. Street parking until 8:00pm.
                                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                                      Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                                                      Jose Zaruma
                                                                                                    • Delivery & takeout
                                                                                                      Order direct
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