Where to eat in Highlands, NJ

10 restaurants, cafes and bars, hand-picked.

10 places to eat and drink in Highlands, Monmouth County, picked and described by Monmouth Guide. For events, beaches and parks, see things to do in Highlands.

Restaurants in Highlands

Bahrs Landing

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.
Fresh

American, Mediterranean-leaning · Rated 4.8 across 150+ reviews

Chef-driven bistro on Bay Avenue known for seafood pastas, grilled octopus and scallops.
One Willow

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

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

Italian · Rated 4.6 across 200+ reviews; a date-night favorite

Intimate Italian restaurant on Bay Avenue with indoor dining, seasonal outdoor seating and takeout.
Off The Hook

Seafood, American

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

Seafood, American

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

Coffee, bakeries & sweets in Highlands

Farmacie by the French Market

Coffee, breakfast, light fare

Coffee shop and café on Bay Avenue serving breakfast and lunch daily.
Hinlickity's Ice Cream Parlor

Ice cream

Old-fashioned ice cream parlor on Bay Avenue that also rents a vintage ice cream truck.

Bars, breweries & wineries in Highlands

The Seafarer

American, bar food · Frequent live music right on the water

Waterfront beach bar with fire pits, couches by the water and frequent live bands.
The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach

Beach bar food

Seasonal sand-floored beach bar with picnic tables beside the Seastreak ferry terminal on Sandy Hook Bay.

Quick answers

Where should I eat in Highlands, NJ?

Local picks include Bahrs Landing, Fresh and One Willow. This guide lists 10 places to eat and drink in Highlands, including seafood, american, mediterranean-leaning, seafood, raw bar, italian, american, bar food and coffee, breakfast, light fare.