Monmouth GuideLong Branch is one of Monmouth County's waterside towns worth a closer look. This guide rounds up 11 local places we like, from where to eat to where to spend an afternoon, plus what's on the calendar for the next two weeks.
Every place here comes from the Monmouth Guide app's hand-checked list. Events come from local calendars and can change, so check with the organizer before heading out.
About Long Branch
A quick look at the city itself before you start planning, including where things sit along the oceanfront and how to find City Hall.
Our Long Branch page is updated every day with this weekend’s events.
What’s on in Long Branch in the next two weeks
Here is what is on the calendar in Long Branch over the next two weeks, from weekly gatherings in Pier Village to the Fall Festival and Pooch Parade on Saturday, October 17.
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Thursday · 9:00 AM · Brighton Avenue Long Branch, NJ 07740marketvia City of Long Branch
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Bubbles & Pearls at AvenuePier Village, Long Branch Every Thursday Elevate your week with Bubbles & Pearls at Avenue. Indulge in the perfect pairing of crisp sparkling…
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Girl Dinner at Avenue — Pier Village Gather your girls and indulge in the ultimate Girl Dinner at Avenue in Pier Village, where effortless coastal chic meets your…
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Rock the House - Whitechapel Projects
Thursday · 5:30 PM · Whitechapel Projects, 15 2nd Ave, Long Branch, NJ 07740Get ready to rock the house with Shore House! Come for an unforgettable night featuring Joe Bezzone & The Turnstyles! Come rock out, dance, and support an incredible…
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Sunset Sip & Paint | Pumpkin Mugs & Mini Pumpkins
Thursday · 6:30 PM · The Bar at Wave Hotel, Long BranchUnwind with an unforgettable evening of creativity, cocktails, and coastal views at Wave Resort. Join us at The Bar for Sunset Sip & Paint, where you’ll paint your own…
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Nacho Ate Spiderman - New Jersey Repertory Company
Thursday · 7:00 PM · Rear Entrance, 179 Broadway, Long Branch, NJNacho Ate Spiderman is a comedy about a sunny, laid-back, progressive beach community that becomes a lot darker as next-door neighbors clash over an incident involving…
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Long Branch Fall Festival & Pooch Parade
Saturday · 12:00 PMThere’s something special about fall at the Jersey Shore—and on October 17, Pier Village invites families, friends and four-legged companions to celebrate the season…
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Fall Festival & Pooch Parade 2026
Saturday · 12:00 PM · Pier Village Long Branch, NJ 07740familyvia City of Long Branch
Where to eat and drink in Long Branch
Long Branch restaurants and cafes range from oceanfront dining in Pier Village to neighborhood spots in the West End and along Broadway. A few to know:
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Rook Coffee (Long Branch)
Coffee · Infatuation Jersey Shore pickLong Branch location of the local roaster known for New Orleans-style cold brew and seasonal drinks.
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Amy's Omelette House
Breakfast · Google 4.5 (1,500+ reviews)North End breakfast-and-lunch favorite known for its huge omelette menu and pancakes.
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Jack's Goal Line Stand
Sports bar / American · Named Best Sports Bar in NJ by NJ.comWest End sports bar with 60+ TVs, 60+ beers on tap and homemade pub food.
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Sirena Ristorante
Italian · Ocean-view Italian in Pier VillagePier Village Italian with floor-to-ceiling windows over the Atlantic, often called one of New Jersey's most romantic restaurants.
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Avenue
French · Rooftop lounge over the beachOceanfront French brasserie in Pier Village with a raw bar, mussels and a rooftop lounge overlooking the beach.
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Trama's Trattoria
Tuscan Italian · Google 4.7 (400+ reviews)West End Tuscan trattoria where chef Pat Trama cooks seasonal, farm-to-table Italian dishes.
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Mar Belo
Portuguese / Spanish · Google 4.6 (850+ reviews)Portuguese-Spanish restaurant on Broadway known for paella, mariscada, grilled octopus and garlic shrimp.
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Surf Taco (Long Branch)
MexicanWest End location of the shore taco chain, a quick, kid-friendly stop near the beach.
Get outside in Long Branch
When you want time outside, the county oceanfront park on the north side of the city covers a lot of ground in one stop.
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Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park
A 38-acre county oceanfront park with a guarded beach, the accessible Tony's Place playground and a year-round Skateplex.
More to explore
A couple more places worth building into your visit, both within Pier Village and close to the boardwalk.
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Pier Village
An oceanfront promenade of 30+ restaurants, boutiques, a carousel and beach access right on the Long Branch boardwalk.
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Pier Pins
An upscale boutique bowling lounge in Pier Village with golf simulators, pool, ping pong and a full bar.
Long Branch works well whether you have a full weekend or just a few hours between other plans. Check with venues directly for hours and any last-minute changes, and we will keep updating this guide as new events are announced around town.
Quick answers
What is there to do in Long Branch, NJ?
Long Branch has places to eat like Rook Coffee (Long Branch) and Amy's Omelette House, outdoor spots like Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park and attractions like Pier Village. Upcoming events include West End Farmers' Market on Thursday, Oct 15.
Where should I eat in Long Branch?
Local picks include Rook Coffee (Long Branch) (Coffee), Amy's Omelette House (Breakfast) and Jack's Goal Line Stand (Sports bar / American).