Monmouth GuideWhere to eat in Middletown, NJ
20 restaurants, cafes and bars, hand-picked.
20 places to eat and drink in Middletown, Monmouth County, picked and described by Monmouth Guide. For events, beaches and parks, see things to do in Middletown.
Restaurants in Middletown
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Indian · Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Creative 'deconstructed' Indian cooking such as lamb tacos, duck confit and beef kebab, featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
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American · From the team behind Restaurant Nicholas
Chef Nicholas Harary's casual successor to acclaimed Restaurant Nicholas, serving scratch-made comfort food and weekend brunch.
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New American
Family-owned BYOB bistro serving refined New American cuisine in a relaxed Belford dining room.
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Burgers / Korean
Casual burger joint pairing smash burgers with Korean-style corn dogs and milkshakes.
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Mexican
Mexican restaurant and bar on Route 35 with happy hour and a covered outdoor patio.
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American
American restaurant and bar in Lincroft with lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch, cocktails and a wine list.
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Italian (Sicilian)
Reservations-only BYOB Italian restaurant in a restored chapel in Lincroft, with a menu rooted in Sicilian tradition.
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Gabriella's Italian Steakhouse
Italian steakhouseItalian steakhouse with prime steaks, a raw bar, classic Italian dishes and a patio, on Route 35 near the Red Bank line.
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Italian
Italian restaurant on Route 35 just north of the Red Bank border, serving pasta, seafood and pizza.
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Asian Fusion / Sushi
Route 35 Asian restaurant serving sushi, sashimi and pan-Asian dishes, with dine-in and takeout.
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Breakfast & brunch
Creative breakfast and brunch spot known for chicken and waffles, over-the-top French toast and specialty coffee drinks.
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Italian-American
BYOB dinner spot in Fountain Ridge Plaza serving rustic Italian-American and seasonal dishes; reservations by phone only.
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Diner
Classic Jersey diner on Route 35 for breakfast, sandwiches and comfort food.
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Mexican
Family-run BYOB serving traditional Mexican cooking in Belford, open from breakfast through dinner.
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Japanese / sushi
Popular Route 35 sushi restaurant with an all-you-can-eat sushi option.
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Breakfast & Brunch
Daytime cafe in Lincroft serving breakfast, brunch and lunch daily 8am-3pm, known for croffles and brunch flights.
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Italian
Tuscan-style trattoria and wine bar on Route 35 serving Italian classics.
Coffee, bakeries & sweets in Middletown
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Jersey Shore Coffee Roasters Café
Coffee · Near the Henry Hudson TrailLocal roaster's café near the Henry Hudson Trail with indoor seating and an outdoor patio.
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American (Lunch Cafe)
Weekday lunch cafe that employs and trains adults with intellectual disabilities; dine-in, takeout and free local delivery.
Bars, breweries & wineries in Middletown
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Craft Beer
Small-batch craft brewery and taproom on Main Street in Belford, open since 2014.
Quick answers
Where should I eat in Middletown, NJ?
Local picks include Haldi Chowk, Jersey Shore Coffee Roasters Café and Nicholas Barrel & Roost. This guide lists 20 places to eat and drink in Middletown, including indian, coffee, american, new american, craft beer and burgers / korean.