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The Mainland Kitchen + Pub, Manahawkin, NJ

The Mainland Kitchen + Pub

4.8
4.8
692 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 5 times today
  • Good for groups
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
*We pride ourselves on our family friendly atmosphere. While you dine with us please enjoy the all the amenities our property has to offer. Including top of the line electric go karts, arcade and aerial course! Fun for the entire family!
*Enjoy live music Thursday-Saturday
*Weekly food and drink specials
*Please write in the visit notes if you have a preference in where you would like to sit (indoor or outside) We will do our best to accommodate everyone's needs. You can also select your seating preference.
*Outdoor bookings are weather dependent, we will do our best to find a table inside if the weather does not cooperate. We cannot guarantee a table for you inside if outside seating is closed due to weather.
*Fire pits are first come first serve

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Location
    151 Route 72 W, Manahawkin, NJ 08050
  • Phone number
    (609) 481-6120
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Beer Garden, Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue 16:00–22:00 Wed, Thu 12:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:00 Sun 12:00–21:00 Happy Hour Tue–Fri 16:00–19:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    The parking lot extends behind the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Kristopher Greeene

Menu

Small Plates

  • FRIED PICKLESUSD 12.00

    hand battered pickle chips | ranch

    • CHEESE CURDSUSD 15.00

      panko crusted wisconsin cheese curds | chipotle ranch

      • MAINLAND SLIDERSUSD 13.00

        blueberry bacon jam | whipped goat cheese | baby arugula | martin's potato rolls

        • CLASSIC BAR PIEUSD 16.00

          blend of mozzarella + provolone | house tomato sauce | oregano | peccorino romano

          • CHEESESTEAK EGG ROLLSUSD 12.00

            shaved beef | onion | cheese | crispy fried wonton | house pub dipping sauce

            • MEMPHIS WINGSUSD 15.00

              memphis dry rub + siracha honey | house blue cheese

              • BURRATA BOARDUSD 20.00

                burrata cheese | roasted sunrise peppers | pumpkin seed romesco | pumpkin seed oil | micro basil | grilled pana di casa

                • LOADED NACHOSUSD 17.00

                  house beef chili | melted cheese | jalapeños guacamole | sour cream | pico de gallo | cilantro

                  • CHICKEN QUESADILLAUSD 15.00

                    flour tortilla | grilled chicken | cheddar jack cheese blend | pico de gallo | guacamole | sour cream

                    • BAVARIAN PRETZELUSD 12.00

                      dusseldorf mustard | beer cheese

                      • FISH TACOSUSD 18.00

                        crispy battered cod | creamy chipotle ranch | shredded cabbage | pico de gallo | corn tortillas

                        • CLAMSUSD 26.00

                          belgian ale broth | bacon shallot | garlic | hot peppers | butter + seasonal herbs | grilled pana di casa

                          • BUFFALO CAULIFLOWERUSD 13.00

                            house buffalo | jullienne carrots + micro celery danish blue cheese

                            • CHICKEN TENDERSUSD 13.00

                              panko crusted full breast | choice of honey mustard or bbq additional sauces $1

                              • CRAB DIPUSD 20.00

                                maryland style creamy crab dip old bay | melted cheddar jack | toasted french bread

                                • FIREPIT SHRIMPUSD 16.00

                                  crispy fried shrimp | micro cilantro | spicy asian dressing | sesame seeds

                                  • PIEROGIESUSD 13.00

                                    crispy fried potato + cheese filled green apple horseradish dip

                                    Greens + Soup

                                    • CRAB BISQUEUSD 9.00

                                      lump crab meat | cream | sherry

                                      • CHOPPEDUSD 14.00

                                        rustic chopped lettuce | cheddar jack | corn red onion | roasted red peppers | tomatoes avocado | bacon | hard boiled egg chipotle ranch

                                        • WEDGEUSD 14.00

                                          iceberg | crisp bacon | red onion | blue cheese crumbles | heirloom tomatoes | candied walnuts | blue cheese dressing

                                          • CAESARUSD 14.00

                                            romaine | pecorino romano | croutons | traditional house dressing

                                            • ADD TO ANY SALAD

                                              GRILLED CHICKEN 7 | GRILLED SHRIMP 10 | CRAB CAKE 15 | SCALLOPS (4) 15 | SALMON 15 | TUNA 15

                                              • FIELD GREENSUSD 14.00

                                                baby greens | diced apples | dried cranberries | carrots | red onions | almonds | goat cheese | green apple | poppyseed vinaigrette

                                                HANDHELDS

                                                • THE CLASSIC BURGERUSD 17.00

                                                  blend of brisket, chuck + short rib | aged cheddar | lettuce | tomato | onion | brioche bun

                                                  • PUB BURGERUSD 19.00

                                                    blend of brisket, chuck + short rib | budweiser pub cheese | applewood smoked bacon | onions straws | pickle chips | bavarian pretzel bun

                                                    • BISTRO BURGERUSD 19.00

                                                      blend of brisket, chuck + short rib | swiss cheese | sautéed mushrooms | caramelized onions | truffle herb dijionnaise | onion straws | onion brioche bun

                                                      • REUBENUSD 17.00

                                                        shaved corn beef | swiss sauerkraut | russian dressing | marble rye

                                                        • CRAB CAKE SANDWICHUSD 24.00

                                                          jumbo lump crab meat | chipotle old bay remoulade | lettuce | tomato | onion | brioche bun

                                                          • PULLED PORKUSD 17.00

                                                            slow roasted pulled pork | hickory bbq | alabama white sauce | pickle chips | onions straws | onion brioche bun

                                                            • HARVEST GRILLED CHEESEUSD 16.00

                                                              vermont white cheddar | applewood smoked bacon | granny smith apple compote | texas toast

                                                              • NASHVILLE HOT CHICKENUSD 18.00

                                                                buttermilk fried free range chicken breast | nashville hot spiced honey | pickle chips | waffle buns

                                                                • SMOKEHOUSE CHICKENUSD 18.00

                                                                  grilled chicken breast | hickory smoked gouda | signature pub sauce | applewood smoked | bacon | lettuce | tomato | onion | bavarian pretzel bun

                                                                  • PESTO PORTOBELLOUSD 16.00

                                                                    balsamic grilled portobello | fresh mozzarella | roasted pepper | red onion | baby arugula | balsamic glaze | ciabatta

                                                                    • BLACKENED TUNAUSD 24.00

                                                                      blackened ahi tuna | sweet soy | lettuce | tomato | onion | carrot cucumber seaweed slaw | cucumber wasabi dressing | flour tortilla wrap

                                                                      • RIBEYE SANDWICHUSD 23.00

                                                                        slow roasted ribeye shaved thin | cajun seasoning | whipped blue cheese | balsamic glaze | caramelized onions | baby greens | toasted ciabatta

                                                                        Large Plates

                                                                        • CRABCAKESUSD 34.00

                                                                          lump crab meat | chipotle old bay remoulade | popcorn shoots | micro celery | yukon mashed | lemon vinaigrette

                                                                          • SALMONUSD 32.00

                                                                            oven roasted pretzel coated salmon | honey ginger sweet potato purée | brussels sprouts | apple jack glaze | micro amaranth

                                                                            • TUNAUSD 32.00

                                                                              ahi tuna | honey ginger sweet potato purée | hot honey brussels sprouts | sake wasabi cream | sweet soy | sesame seed | micro shiso

                                                                              • CHICKEN MILANESEUSD 25.00

                                                                                crispy panko crust | baby arugula | shaved red onion | heirloom cherry tomatoes | shaved parmesan | lemon vinaigrette

                                                                                • PORK CHOP USD 28.00

                                                                                  tea cured grilled rib chop | sweet red onion jam | micro pea tendrils | yukon mashed potatoes | orange poppyseed vinaigrette

                                                                                  • ORECCHIETTE USD 25.00

                                                                                    extra virgin olive oil | garlic | chili flakes | kalamata olives | zucchini | heirloom cherry tomatoes | grated parmesan | micro basil

                                                                                    • NY STRIPUSD 38.00

                                                                                      grilled strip steak | yukon potato wedges | coffee steak sauce | red water cress + blue cheese salacd

                                                                                      • SCALLOPS USD 36.00

                                                                                        viking village scallops | pan seared | roasted corn tomato risotto | saffron lobster broth | mascarpone | grated parmesan | fresh herbs

                                                                                        • SHRIMP ROTINIUSD 30.00

                                                                                          rotini pasta | sundried tomatoes | artichoke hearts | baby spinach | garlic cream | grated parmesan | fresh herbs

                                                                                          • HALIBUTUSD 34.00

                                                                                            butternut squash succotash | maple mustard butter | micro beat greens | cranberry cider compote

                                                                                            • SHORT RIBUSD 36.00

                                                                                              slow braised boneless short rib | yukon mashed | roasted heirloom carrots | stout beer demi glace

                                                                                              • ROASTED CHICKENUSD 29.00

                                                                                                crispy confit leg + thigh quarter | sauteed yukon gold potatoes | smoked bacon lardons | baby kale pearl onions | mushrooms sauce coq au vin

                                                                                                Last updated: 9 January 2025

                                                                                                What 692 people are saying

                                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                4.8
                                                                                                4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                • 4.7Food
                                                                                                • 4.8Service
                                                                                                • 4.8Ambience
                                                                                                • 4.5Value

                                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                                • New Jersey

                                                                                                  Lively

                                                                                                • Ocean

                                                                                                  Best Overall

                                                                                                • Ocean

                                                                                                  Best Ambience

                                                                                                • Ocean

                                                                                                  Best Value

                                                                                                • Ocean

                                                                                                  Good for groups

                                                                                                • Ocean

                                                                                                  Hot spot

                                                                                                • Ocean

                                                                                                  Lively

                                                                                                • Ocean

                                                                                                  American

                                                                                                • Ocean

                                                                                                  Most Booked

                                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                The Mainland Kitchen + Pub offers a dynamic dining atmosphere with "great food" and "excellent service." Guests appreciate the "fun vibe" and "live music," making it a popular spot for family gatherings and casual dinners. While the noise level can be high during live performances, the establishment maintains a friendly and "energetic" environment.

                                                                                                692 Reviews

                                                                                                1. GDevilsRock

                                                                                                  Atlantic City3 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                  Great food, great service and fun atmosphere. Definitely recommend.

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                                                                                                2. Suzanne

                                                                                                  New York City4 reviews

                                                                                                  3.0

                                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                                                                  2. Food 3
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                  Was very loud and couldnt hear to talk . Weve ordered appys and loved it . We had dinners but wasnt impressed . Steak was tough .

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                                                                                                3. Jill

                                                                                                  Atlantic City12 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 1 February 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Absolutely delicious dinner, service and atmosphere all excellent as always!!

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                                                                                                4. Linda VIP

                                                                                                  New York City18 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 1 February 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Just stopped in for some late night appetizers. The Mainland Sliders, Fried Ravioli and the Cheesesteak Egg rolls were all delicious. Always great service. The Valentine Pop-Up Bar is a festive addition and decorated beautifully. I just wish the live music would go past 9pm.

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                                                                                                5. KERYN VIP

                                                                                                  Philadelphia4 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 30 January 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Our server was wonderful. The food was delicious and fresh ! diverse menu…. something for everyone.

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                                                                                                6. Robert

                                                                                                  Greater Boston11 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 12 January 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                  The food and service was great. We went with the grandkids and the kids menu was perfect.

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                                                                                                7. Kevin VIP

                                                                                                  Atlantic City18 reviews

                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 11 January 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  High energy combination sports bar/restaurant with live music. Food was very good and service was outstanding. We were very pleasantly surprised and will be back.

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                                                                                                8. Judi

                                                                                                  Philadelphia8 reviews

                                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 11 January 2025

                                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                  We had a fun meal with a great waitstaff. Our server, Holly, was swift and thoughtful. The food was good. The restaurant was very crowded, yet the service was good. We went early on a Saturday night, and it seemed to be a very popular spot for families. We asked to sit in a quieter area and were seated in a section on the side, kind of outside, in a nice warm space…. Until kids of all ages came in and out, bringing toys to their parents, unsupervised with frigid air, we found out there is a gaming room across the path at the hotel. Our waitress did offer to move us, but we opted to wear our jackets.

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                                                                                                9. Suzanne

                                                                                                  New York City4 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 31 December 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  Food was great ! Very busy night being new years eve but it was a great night

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                                                                                                10. Anthony VIP

                                                                                                  New York City24 reviews

                                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                                  Dined on 31 December 2024

                                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                  New Year’s Eve was enjoyable. Nice brother duo entertaining. Food was regular menu, which was great vs. pri- fixe offered by many competitors and food was just as good on any regular night, considering there was a large crowd.

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                                                                                                FAQs

                                                                                                The Mainland Kitchen + Pub offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 481-6120.

                                                                                                The Mainland Kitchen + Pub is rated 4.8 stars by 692 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 5 times today
                                                                                                Google Map for The Mainland Kitchen + Pub

                                                                                                151 Route 72 W, Manahawkin, NJ 08050

                                                                                                Dining areas

                                                                                                Additional information

                                                                                                • Phone number
                                                                                                  (609) 481-6120
                                                                                                • Price
                                                                                                  $30 and under
                                                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                                                  American, Beer Garden, Pub
                                                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                  Tue 16:00–22:00 Wed, Thu 12:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–00:00 Sun 12:00–21:00 Happy Hour Tue–Fri 16:00–19:00
                                                                                                • Dress code
                                                                                                  Casual Dress
                                                                                                • Parking details
                                                                                                  The parking lot extends behind the restaurant.
                                                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                • Executive Chef
                                                                                                  Kristopher Greeene
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