Located on the boulevard in the heart of Beach Haven, the Marlin Restaurant boasts both fine dining and the exciting bar scene you've been looking for on Long Beach Island. Avon Pavilion, Avon: Beachside dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner will end at this boardwalk restaurant on Sept. 7. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Its closing date depends on the weather and traffic on the boardwalk. Woodie's Drive-In, Ship Bottom: A popular spot for burgers and hot dogs, the restaurant will be open until the end of October and potentially later, depending on weather.

The Sandbox Cafe, Ship Bottom: The last day of the season for this breakfast and lunch spot, known for a deep-dish pancake called the Sizzler, is Sept. 7. The Boondocks Fishery, Red Bank: Diners can enjoy fresh lobster with a view of the Navesink River a little longer than usual this year, as owner Kelly Ryan said she hopes to keep the restaurant open into October. Sarah Griesemer joined the USA TODAY NETWORK New Jersey in 2003. Imagine our surprise when we see a line out the door!

Choose from the light fare menu as you soak up the sun and island atmosphere. Last year, Boulevard Clams closed Sept. 15. Some owners said they would extend the season if indoor service was allowed, but most beach-town restaurants have lost the bulk of their college-age staffs, have indoor few tables at which to seat diners on cold or rainy nights, and are harried after a most unusual season. Join us on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons and evenings for a lunch or dinner after your beach trip: only at Rocky’s Lobster Bar at the Beach Bar! Triton boasts a rotating selection of craft beer on tap, fresh oysters and seafood, and an amazing selection of wines not available anywhere else on the island. Seafood so fresh, it was swimming hours ago. It usually closes in mid-September. Learn how your comment data is processed. Editor's note: Gov. But we still have three weeks, and that is plenty of time to enjoy a meal and support these restaurants.

Providing 34 acres of sandy beach and recreational activities, North Hempstead Beach Park (formally known as Bar Beach and Hempstead Harbor Parks) includes a promenade for residents who want to walk along the waterfront. Watch the game on a big screen, or just watch the bronze bodies stroll by. Lots of traditional casual fare plus raw bar and coastal beach favorites, great cocktails (mocktails, too! Bar Beach, is a good choice. Read more. Our bar is one of the most popular spots for "locals" to enjoy on the island. 84 reviews of The Clam Bar "Grab a six-pack and come as you are to the unpretentious Clam Bar. Sea Dogs Grille, Barnegat: This seafood restaurant, which makes a hearty lobster roll and cool Key lime pie, closed in early September.. Click to taste. Gazebo Grill & Sushi Bar, Beach Haven: A favorite for its seafood dishes and views of Barnegat Bay, the restaurant at Schooner's Wharf is planning to stay open through the first week of … Shore Fire Grille, Surf City: A consistent favorite for creative eats (tuna poke tacos, a turkey burger topped with brown gravy aioli), Shore Fire Grille will close Sept. 27. Black-Eyed Susans, Harvey Cedars: This restaurant, which moved to a larger location this summer but had to trade its planned two-story restaurant for outdoor, tented dining and takeout, hopes to stay open through the end of October. The property may have been sold, but the spirit & soul of the Ketch lives on! The Doyenne of Delicious in Philadelphia and South Jersey. You literally sit around a bar, and watch as they shuck your clams and oysters. Earlier in the week, Long Island officials announced that various beaches would be restricted to local residents as a counter-measure to Mayor Bill de Blasio's decision not to open … The Sand Bar – Seasonal Poolside Dining & Bar. Hotel Bar. The deck will be open as long as weather allows. Send restaurant tips to sgriesemer@gannettnj.com, and support local journalism with a subscription. With 34 sprawling acres of sandy shores that are typical of the island's northern areas, the beach faces Hempstead Harbor, a quiet bay in Nassau County. With all of our attention dedicated to one location, the Ketch & Marlin will be able to combine all of the best parts of both brands under one roof. Stay tuned for more information. Biggy's Beach Grill, North Beach Haven: Loved for its seafood tacos and Caribbean-inspired rice bowls, Biggy's plans to close in early October. Fit for a younger crowd, this club-like bar and restaurant brings South Beach and Vegas to Long Island. The Terrace Tavern, Beach Haven: Owner Toby Sweeney, who this year knocked down a building on her restaurant's property to accommodate more diners outdoors, said indoor dining will allow The Terrace Tavern to stay open year-round. Philly Grub accepts tips! Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. If you're looking for a great beach on the North Shore of Long Island, New York, then North Hempstead Beach Park, a.k.a. If you are into raw bar, put this place high on your list. NJ restaurants: 15 new spots at the Jersey Shore, NJ restaurant owners and local officials make their case for indoor dining. A small donation of just $5 says that you appreciate this site & want to help keep it going. A fishing pier, boat ramp, … Philadelphia Food Marketing & PR.