Proving Ground

Seafood, american in Highlands, New Jersey · $$

Big waterfront restaurant and tiki bar on the Shrewsbury River, open late every day.

Visiting Proving Ground

• Address56 Shrewsbury Ave, Highlands, NJ 07732
• Phone732-872-2266
• Websitetheprovingground.com
• Price$$
• Typical visitAbout 1.8 hours
• Good forFriends, groups, visitors, family
• VibeWaterfront, outdoor seating, bar scene, late night
• ServesLunch, dinner, late
• Indoors?Both
• Last checked2026-09-25

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