Monmouth GuideWhere 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
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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.
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American, Mediterranean-leaning · Rated 4.8 across 150+ reviews
Chef-driven bistro on Bay Avenue known for seafood pastas, grilled octopus and scallops.
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Seafood, raw bar · Oysters and lobster rolls on the water
Waterfront seafood and raw bar restaurant with dock-and-dine boat access.
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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.
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Seafood, American
Casual restaurant and bar at the Route 36 bridge, next to the water.
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Seafood, American
Big waterfront restaurant and tiki bar on the Shrewsbury River, open late every day.
Coffee, bakeries & sweets in Highlands
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Coffee, breakfast, light fare
Coffee shop and café on Bay Avenue serving breakfast and lunch daily.
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Ice cream
Old-fashioned ice cream parlor on Bay Avenue that also rents a vintage ice cream truck.
Bars, breweries & wineries in Highlands
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American, bar food · Frequent live music right on the water
Waterfront beach bar with fire pits, couches by the water and frequent live bands.
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The Sandbox at Seastreak Beach
Beach bar foodSeasonal 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.