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The Gables, Beach Haven, NJ

The Gables

4.7
4.7
2339 Reviews
$50 and over
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 1 time today
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
The Gables offers exclusively a 3-course pre-fixe menu starting at 120 per person plus tax & tip. Menu changes weekly. Please note, supplemental charges apply to select menu items.

We offer a lovely selection of red and white wines by the bottle from Bellview Winery.

Wear designer socks when dining at The Gables, our Beach Haven, NJ restaurant. They may well be knocked off by the imaginative seasonal fare at our 2007-08 Zagat rated 26
"Exceptional to Perfection"

This historic Victorian Jersey Shore inn is open nightly for dinner during the summer season, and Thursday through Sunday from Fall to Spring. We also host memorable private parties and weddings in this most romantic of settings.

Prime Parking: Tesla and EV charging stations available for guests upon request.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (609) 492-3553
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Richard Diemer
  • Catering
    Information upon request.
  • Private party facilities
    The Gables has 3 distinct dining areas, some of which are appropriate for smaller private banquets. In most cases, the entire restaurant, including the garden, is used for a private banquet. We require a guaranteed minimum of 65 guests for most private banquets.
  • Private party contact
    Steve or Sondra: (609) 492-3553
  • Area
    Long Beach Island
  • Cross Street
    S. Beach Ave
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available throughout Beach Haven. Free municipal parking lots are located approximately one block away. <br /><br />2 Tesla charging stations available for dining or lodging guests.
  • Entertainment
    Occasional live piano.
  • Additional
    Banquet, BYO Wine, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 2,339 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Jersey

    Best Ambience

  • New Jersey

    Romantic

  • Ocean

    Best Overall

  • Ocean

    Best Food

  • Ocean

    Best Service

  • Ocean

    Best Ambience

  • Ocean

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Ocean

    Romantic

  • Ocean

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Gables offers an enchanting dining experience with its "magical" ambiance and exquisite garden setting. Known for its delectable dishes and attentive service, it is a top choice for special occasions. While the prix fixe menu is on the pricier side, the culinary journey and beautiful atmosphere make it "worth every penny."

2,339 Reviews
  1. scott

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always the food and service were excellent. Will definitely be back.

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  2. Chuck

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful and romantic dinner. The salad, main course and dessert were delicious. The service was outstanding from the hostess to the server. The restaurant was very romantic, warm and cozy. We will definitely go back for future dinners.

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  3. Ann Marie

    VIP

    New York City

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our evening was almost perfect. However, before the piano player left for the evening he came up to our table looking for a tip. It was awkward, invasive and pretty low class.

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  4. Audrey

    New York City

    33 reviews

    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I love the Gables but was disappointed last month (mid October) and on Thanksgiving that the wood-burning fireplace was not burning and there was no pianist. These 2 things really add to the experience. In fact, we would've chosen a different restaurant for both dinners had we known in advance. It was certainly very cold enough last night to warrant a fire.
    The GablesResponded on 30 November 2024
    Thanks for the feedback, AudreyG! We're glad to hear that you love The Gables, and we're sorry about the fireplace. The drought caused us to be wary of starting a fire! Give us a call and we would be happy to let you know if the pianist plans on joining us and if fireplace will be roaring! We're looking forward to serving you again soon. Well be sure the fireplace is lit up and the pianist is on board for your next visit. Happy Holidays!

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Carol

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service were exceptional. We went on a holiday so it was a little noisy at times.
    The GablesResponded on 30 November 2024
    Hello, Thank you so much for your kind words about our food and service. We're thrilled to hear that you had an exceptional holiday with us at The Gables. We hope to welcome you back soon for another exceptional dining experience. Best, The Management Team

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  6. Karen

    VIP

    Richmond

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Elegant ambiance and outstanding service are accompanied by extraordinary cuisine.
    The GablesResponded on 30 November 2024
    Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ambiance, service, and our cuisine at The Gables. It's always our goal to provide an exceptional dining experience, and we're glad we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to serving you again soon. Best regards, The Management Team

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  7. lucy

    VIP

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The fall/winter pre fixe menu in my opinion is absolutely perfect! Elevated yet comfort food. The French onion soup is no crock of French onion soup. It is more of a meal. The soup had three pieces of short rib and the toast had slices of (I think) Brie! Almost like a cross between beouf Bourgogne and French onion soup. A must is the Bosc pear tarte tatin for dessert. The butterscotch sauce was perfection. For mains we had the grilled pork chop and the chicken breast. Both had wonderful seasonal preparations and were miraculously moist! Service was perfect and the owners stop by every table and are so friendly! A really special place!
    The GablesResponded on 30 November 2024
    Thanks for visiting us, Lucy! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our pre-fixe menu and found it to be perfect. Your descriptions of our French onion soup, fall/winter pre-fixe menu, French onion soup, and desserts truly made our day! We're glad you loved the grilled pork chop and chicken breast and that our service and owner's friendliness made your visit enjoyable. We look forward to serving you again soon!

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Mary Ann and Chuck

    Philadelphia

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful place! Everything was great! Love this place!
    The GablesResponded on 30 November 2024
    Thank you, thank you, thank you Mary Ann & Chuck!

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Paul

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Finally got to eat at the Gables restaurant and we were not disappointed. The food was absolutely delicious and gourmet quality. The atmosphere was most charming and the service was unbeatable. We will definitely be back.
    The GablesResponded on 30 November 2024
    Thanks for visiting us at The Gables! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found it to be of high quality. It's wonderful to know that our service and atmosphere added to your overall experience. We're looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Best, The Management Team

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Michele

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience was quite good. We were celebrating our 38th anniversary and we were happy with our choice. Brianna did an excellent job. Although the main course took exceptionally long to arrive, she did her best. My dish could have been hotter, but it was delicious none the less. We will definitely revisit.
    The GablesResponded on 10 November 2024
    Hi MicheleM, Thank you for choosing The Gables to celebrate your 38th anniversary! We're delighted to hear that you had a good experience and enjoyed your meal. We're sorry to hear that the main course was a bit late, but we're glad to know that you found it delicious regardless. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable dining experience. Best wishes, The Management Team

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

The Gables is rated 4.7 stars by 2339 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 1 time today
Google Map for The Gables

212 Centre St, Beach Haven, NJ 08008

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    S. Beach Ave
  • Area
    Long Beach Island
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available throughout Beach Haven. Free municipal parking lots are located approximately one block away. <br /><br />2 Tesla charging stations available for dining or lodging guests.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Richard Diemer
  • Entertainment
    Occasional live piano.
  • Additional
    Banquet, BYO Wine, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (609) 492-3553
  • Catering
    Information upon request.
  • Private party facilities
    The Gables has 3 distinct dining areas, some of which are appropriate for smaller private banquets. In most cases, the entire restaurant, including the garden, is used for a private banquet. We require a guaranteed minimum of 65 guests for most private banquets.
  • Private party contact
    Steve or Sondra: (609) 492-3553
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