Best seafood restaurants in Monmouth County, NJ

30 local picks across 17 towns, hand-picked by Monmouth Guide.

With the ocean, the Shrewsbury and Navesink rivers and Raritan Bay all close by, seafood is a Monmouth County staple. Here are 30 seafood restaurants across 17 Monmouth County towns, from Sea Bright to Neptune Township.

Local favorites

Anjelica's

Sea Bright · Italian, seafood · One of the area's highest-rated Italian spots (4.5 stars across 350+ reviews)

Long-running Italian and seafood restaurant on Ocean Avenue in downtown Sea Bright.
Bahrs Landing

Highlands · Seafood · A Highlands institution for more than a century

Family-run seafood restaurant and marina at the foot of the Route 36 bridge, serving lobster and seafood since 1917.
Barnacle Bill's

Rumson · Seafood / burgers · Rumson riverfront institution for 40+ years

Casual Navesink riverfront institution known for award-winning burgers, seafood and weekend live music.
Burlew's Seafood and Steak

Keyport · Seafood & Steak · Waterfront deck overlooking Raritan Bay

Family-owned waterfront seafood house on Raritan Bay serving a raw bar, lobster, crab cakes and steaks, with patio and deck seating.
Drifthouse

Sea Bright · Seafood, sushi, steak · Named a 'Best New Restaurant' by NJ Monthly and The Star-Ledger; sunset ocean views

Year-round oceanfront restaurant at the Driftwood Cabana Club, serving sushi, a raw bar, dry-aged steaks and housemade pasta.
EvenTide Grille

Sea Bright · American, seafood · No reservations; walk-in only

Casual waterside grille in Sea Bright with live music and happy-hour specials, known for its views.
Half Moon

Keansburg · Seafood / American · NYC skyline views from the deck

Bayfront bar and restaurant with a deck overlooking Sandy Hook Bay and the NYC skyline, plus weekend brunch and live entertainment.
Iron Whale

Asbury Park · Seafood · Ocean views year-round

Oceanfront boardwalk seafood house from the McLoone group with a raw bar, craft cocktails and ocean views from every seat, open year-round.
Keyport Fishery

Keyport · Seafood · On the waterfront since 1936

Historic waterfront fish market and takeout counter known for wild-caught fish platters and homemade chowders.
Klein's Fish Market & Waterside Cafe

Belmar · Seafood · Belmar seafood institution on the water

Family-run fish market and waterside cafe on the Shark River serving fresh local seafood, sushi and a tiki bar with marina views.
On The Deck Restaurant & Harbor View Bar

Atlantic Highlands · Seafood / American · Harbor and sunset views

Waterfront restaurant and bar right on the Atlantic Highlands marina, popular for sunsets, seafood and cocktails.
One Willow

Highlands · Seafood, raw bar · Oysters and lobster rolls on the water

Waterfront seafood and raw bar restaurant with dock-and-dine boat access.
Shipwreck Grill

Brielle · Seafood · Most-reviewed restaurant in Brielle (600 reviews)

Seafood restaurant on Ashley Avenue near the Manasquan River marinas.
The Boondocks Fishery

Red Bank · Seafood · Lobster nights on the river (seasonal)

Seasonal waterfront seafood spot at Marine Park with outdoor tables on the Navesink and weeknight lobster specials.

More seafood restaurants to try

Charley's Ocean Bar & Grill

Long Branch · Seafood / American

Beach-themed grill near Pier Village serving seafood and casual fare with a 'local summer' vibe all year.
Christie's Italian Seafood Grill

Howell · Italian / Seafood

Italian seafood restaurant with Sicilian specialties like seafood fra diavolo and gnocchi.
Cuzin's Seafood & Clam Bar

Marlboro · Seafood

Casual-chic seafood spot with a raw bar, fresh daily fish and steaks, serving Marlboro since 2016.
Four Winds Restaurant

Wall Township · Seafood & Steak

Year-round seafood and steak restaurant with a full bar and weekday happy hour, just off Route 35 near the Manasquan circle.
Marina Grille

Belmar · Seafood

Large waterfront restaurant on the Shark River at the Belmar Marina with deck seating, a tiki bar and dock-and-dine access.
Mr. Shrimp

Lake Como · Seafood

Seafood spot on Route 71 (Main Street), open seven days, serving fried shrimp and seafood platters.
Off The Hook

Highlands · Seafood, American

Casual restaurant and bar at the Route 36 bridge, next to the water.
Proving Ground

Highlands · Seafood, American

Big waterfront restaurant and tiki bar on the Shrewsbury River, open late every day.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant

Long Branch · Seafood

Oceanfront seafood restaurant with beach views and live music on Friday nights (more often in summer).
SeaGrass

Neptune Township · Seafood / American

Chef-owned BYOB in Ocean Grove serving sustainable seafood and seasonal American dishes a few blocks from the beach.
Spring Lake Seafood

Spring Lake · Seafood & Sushi

BYOB coastal seafood spot on Third Avenue with dry-aged local fish, handmade pasta, sushi and omakase nights.
The Atlantic House

Atlantic Highlands · Gastropub / Seafood

Family-owned, English pub-inspired spot with an open-air rooftop dining room, known for fish and chips, mussels and burgers.
The Breakers on the Ocean

Spring Lake · Italian / Seafood

Oceanfront hotel restaurant serving Northern Italian fare and seafood, with a wrap-around porch and all-day breakfast at the Veranda.
The Rum Runner

Sea Bright · Seafood, American

Seafood and American restaurant with lunch, dinner, a kids' menu and Sunday brunch.
Waypoint 622

Brielle · Seafood, New American

Seafood restaurant with a patio bar near the Manasquan River, serving crab cakes, seafood baskets and burgers.
Woody's Ocean Grille

Sea Bright · Seafood, grill

East Coast seafood and grill restaurant in the heart of Sea Bright, steps from the beach.

Seafood Restaurants by town

Quick answers

What are the best seafood restaurants in Monmouth County, NJ?

Local favorites include Anjelica's in Sea Bright, Bahrs Landing in Highlands and Barnacle Bill's in Rumson. This guide lists 30 seafood restaurants across 17 towns, each picked and described by Monmouth Guide.

Which Monmouth County towns have the most seafood restaurants?

Sea Bright (5), Highlands (4), Keyport (2) and Belmar (2) have the most entries in this guide.

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