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Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Keyport

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1. Nicholas Barrel & Roost
4.7
Exceptional(5163)
$$$$
• Comfort Food • Red Bank
Booked 71 times today
Nicholas Barrel & Roost is a vibrant bar scene due to its lively atmosphere and bustling bar. Patrons rave about the 'great vibe' and 'cool vibes' in the bar area, and the 'extensive menu' of drinks. The place is also described as having 'a number of dining rooms' and an 'ample bar', indicating a variety of settings for different types of experiences.
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2. Pazzo Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4871)
$$$$
• Italian • Red Bank
Booked 33 times today
Pazzo is an Italian restaurant in Red Bank serving a variety of traditional menu items, along with several unique family recipes and other creative fare. Our Italian cuisine is made with the freshest ingredients from local farms and importers direct from Italy. Wines, craft beers and exclusive cocktails are paired with our dishes to enhance your dining experience. We also offer Gluten Free pizzas and pastas!
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3. American Hotel - The Standard
4.6
Exceptional(1341)
$$$$
• American • Freehold
Booked 12 times today
The Standard, an American Bistro Style Restaurant and Bar, located in the American Hotel right at the heart of Downtown Freehold. Open everyday for lunch and dinner until 9:00 pm, and offering an a la carte brunch on Sundays. The contemporary menu offers a tantalizing variety featuring steaks, seafood and bistro-style dishes. Enjoy our upscale menu with friends while sipping on one our specially crafted cocktails.Happy Hour is offered at the bar 7 days a week from 3:00-6:00. Additionally, we are now offering half priced bottles of wine every Wednesday and Sunday.Please note that all reservations are for Indoor Dining only. Outdoor dining is purely first come, first serve. However, if you have a reservation, and there is an outside table available at the time of your arrival, you will be welcomed to it. There is FREE parking in the Market Yard lot everyday but Thursday, Friday and Saturday after 4pm. The lot across Main St is free at all times. We are excited to serve you!
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4. The Squire
4.6
Exceptional(534)
$$$$
• American • Long Branch
Booked 22 times today
The Squire Restaurant & Bar is a full-service restaurant and bar nestled in beautiful West Long Branch. This hidden Gem has gone through a major renovation, with an expansive bar, a beautifully-crafted wine room, and a gas-burning fire place. The electric menu was created by Chef Cliff Richardson; a culinary prodigy whose passion has taken him around the world. Experienced in Caribbean, French, Italian and American cuisine.The Squire is best known for their Surf & Turf Board- 32oz (CAB) Porterhouse Steak, 2 (6oz) Cold Water Lobster Tails, Pan Seared Dry Diver Scallops & Jumbo Shrimp accompanied with your choice of sides. The Squire is a MUST VISIT- with amazing food, beautiful ambiance and great service. - Happy Hour is Offered at our Bar and High-tops: 4pm-7pm Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Sunday 12pm-9pm
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5. CJ McLoone's
4.5
Awesome(515)
$$$$
• American • Tinton Falls
Booked 13 times today
CJ McLoone's features an intimate, American tavern experience for the entire family, offering lunch and dinner seven days a week; as well as a casual and spacious pub with 14 flat-screen TVs, perfect to relax and watch the game.
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6. Drifthouse Restaurant, Lounge & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(2460)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Sea Bright
Booked 28 times today
We are open to the public all year round! At DRIFTHOUSE Restaurant , Lounge and Bar you will find our menu features Coastal Mediterranean plates with a nod to elevated local area classics. Drifthouse also has Sushi, with fresh fish being served daily! We Dry Age our steaks and make our burgers, pasta and sausage in house. We encourage any party size up to 10 guests to book through OpenTable as we have recently updated our platform to accept larger parties up to 10 guests. For larger parties, we recommend reserving an earlier or later time slot to cultivate an optimal dining experience. Any parties larger than 10, please call us or leave us a message. Be sure to join our VIP Loyalty Program. We reward our guests with 1 points for every $1 spent! Come experience The Fireplace Lounge with our full menu, signature cocktails and comfortable seating by our cozy fireplace.The Fireplace Lounge Hours - Tu-Thurs 4-1030pm Fri/Sat - 4-11pm Sun 4-930pm
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7. Violette's Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(702)
$$$$
• American • Grant City
Booked 9 times today
Violette's is Staten Island's most unique restaurant and event venue. Featuring social dining, gourmet food and eclectic decor. Violette's also features The Button Room (a password required speakeasy), a private wine room, and private banquet rooms for parties of all sizes.
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8. Metropolitan Cafe
4.7
Exceptional(1698)
$$$$
• American • Freehold
Booked 27 times today
Metropolitan Cafe is a vibrant bar scene according to reviews. Patrons frequently mention the great drinks, craft cocktails, and lively martini bar. The ambiance is described as upscale yet casual, perfect for dates, friends, or family gatherings. The bar is often busy, especially on weekends, adding to the lively atmosphere.
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9. Steakhouse 85
4.8
Exceptional(4448)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • New Brunswick
Booked 33 times today
Steakhouse 85 is a 21st century rendition of the classic American Steakhouse. The menu at Steakhouse 85 is comprised of fresh and inspiring modern day interpretations of classic American cuisine, served alongside the traditional steakhouse classics we all know and love. The back bone of our menu is without a doubt our beef. Our mouth watering dry aged steaks are rubbed with a simple yet luscious combination of sea salt, black pepper and fresh herbs. They are seared on a 1200 degree cast iron grill and then broiled to your liking. Paired with a large classically designed bar, complete with savvy cocktails and a Wine Spectator award winning wine list, this steakhouse is sure to please.Wine Spectator Award of ExcellenceOfficial Steakhouse of Rutgers Athletics
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10. Bahrs Landing
4.7
Exceptional(2934)
$$$$
• Seafood • Highlands
Booked 47 times today
We are open for Outdoor and Indoor dining and takeout only from 11:30 AM-9:00 P.M. 7 days. Since 1917 the Bahrs family has been serving fresh seafood, big lobsters and choice steaks. Located at the entrance to Sandy Hook National Seashore, Bahrs Landing features outdoor “Dockside Dining”. One of the Jersey Shore’s true landmark establishments, it is truly the quintessential Jersey seafood dining experience! SUMMER NOTE: We do NOT take reservations for outdoor seating. We have expanded our outdoor waterfront dining options. For a table see our host stand outside by the Tiki Bar. To order take out, go to our website. Also available for walk up orders at our host stand. Dock and Dine on board your boat in our marina is an option as well. Mask are optional.
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