Guidebook for Asbury Park
Food Scene
REYLA
603 Mattison AveMiddle Eastern cuisine with a modern twist. #foodiespot
Pascal & Sabine
601 Bangs AveTrendy French cuisine. #foodiespot
One of our favorite pizza places. Get's packed. Reservations a must during the summer to avoid a long wait. #foodiespot
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Talula's
550 Cookman AveOne of our favorite pizza places. Get's packed. Reservations a must during the summer to avoid a long wait. #foodiespot
Flavor explosion, a reminder of West Coast fusion. Good grab & go spot.
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MOGO Korean Fusion Tacos
632 Cookman AveFlavor explosion, a reminder of West Coast fusion. Good grab & go spot.
Porta
911 Kingsley StItalian with fun outdoor space.
Purple Glaze Donuts etc.
516 Summerfield AveArtisanal donuts to die for.
Located inside the Asbury Park Convention center.
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Asbury Park Roastery
803 2nd AveLocated inside the Asbury Park Convention center.
Biergarten with typical German food. Great beer selection, rooftop bar and live music.
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Asbury Festhalle & Biergarten
527 Lake AveBiergarten with typical German food. Great beer selection, rooftop bar and live music.
Hands down, our most favorite wood fire pizza of all time (not just on the The Shore). BYOB. Some outdoor seating. If busy, order a pie for pick up and bring it to the beach. #foodiespot
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Medusa Stone Fired Kitchen
711 4th AveHands down, our most favorite wood fire pizza of all time (not just on the The Shore). BYOB. Some outdoor seating. If busy, order a pie for pick up and bring it to the beach. #foodiespot
This is where Anthony Bourdain went to get a classic Italian sub on "Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown - New Jersey" (Season 5, episode 5) with famous local musician Southside Johnnie. They also have an excellent homemade roast beef. Local tip: order over the phone and pick to take to the beach or eat at Sunset Park. It is in walking distance of the apartment.
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Frank's Deli & Restaurant
1406 Main StThis is where Anthony Bourdain went to get a classic Italian sub on "Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown - New Jersey" (Season 5, episode 5) with famous local musician Southside Johnnie. They also have an excellent homemade roast beef. Local tip: order over the phone and pick to take to the beach or eat at Sunset Park. It is in walking distance of the apartment.
Best creamery on the shore with so many creative flavors including dairy-free options, and CBD. We love it so much, that we still go there in the winter, and will still pick up cartons in addition to our waffle cone. Our favorite flavors: Cosmos, Irish Coffee, Cashew Cherry Bourbon (made from the local distillery), Memory - Nitro Cold Brew w/ lion's mane #foodiespot
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Cookman Creamery
711 Cookman AveBest creamery on the shore with so many creative flavors including dairy-free options, and CBD. We love it so much, that we still go there in the winter, and will still pick up cartons in addition to our waffle cone. Our favorite flavors: Cosmos, Irish Coffee, Cashew Cherry Bourbon (made from the local distillery), Memory - Nitro Cold Brew w/ lion's mane #foodiespot
Drinks & Nightlife
Asbury Park Brewery
810 Sewall AveLocal distillery with craft cocktails. The gin is our fave.
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Asbury Park Distilling Co
527 Lake AveLocal distillery with craft cocktails. The gin is our fave.
Wonder Bar
1213 N Ocean AveOur favorite is the "Bond Street Brownie," a delicious American Brown Ale.
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Dark City Brewing Company
801 2nd AveOur favorite is the "Bond Street Brownie," a delicious American Brown Ale.
Kane Brewing Company
1750 Bloomsbury AveGreat stout.
Why put a hotel here? The Salvation Bar of course! This is THE SPOT both locals and out-of-towners go to for rooftop cocktails and stunning views of AP. And it is just around the block. Our fave: Jalapeño Cocktail
Tip: Go during Sunset.
https://www.theasburyhotel.com/salvation
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The Asbury Hotel
210 5th AveWhy put a hotel here? The Salvation Bar of course! This is THE SPOT both locals and out-of-towners go to for rooftop cocktails and stunning views of AP. And it is just around the block. Our fave: Jalapeño Cocktail
Tip: Go during Sunset.
https://www.theasburyhotel.com/salvation
Getting Around
NJTransit train that will take you to/from NYC.
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Asbury Park Transportation Ctr station
NJTransit train that will take you to/from NYC.
Entertainment & Activities
Nostalgic arcade perfect for all ages, with classic pinball machines (including limited editions) and arcade games. Featured in Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown - New Jersey" (Season 5, episode 5). This is where we take our first-timers, especially on a rainy day.
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Silverball Pinball Museum
1000 Ocean Avenue NorthNostalgic arcade perfect for all ages, with classic pinball machines (including limited editions) and arcade games. Featured in Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown - New Jersey" (Season 5, episode 5). This is where we take our first-timers, especially on a rainy day.
Asbury Lanes
209 4th AveBowling & live music venue with diner.
Located at the surf-only beach between Deal Lake Drive and Eighth Avenue jetties. You can call in advance or setup an appointment on the boardwalk before you enter the northern most enter the beach near Deal Lake Drive.
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Summertime Surf School - Asbury Park
Located at the surf-only beach between Deal Lake Drive and Eighth Avenue jetties. You can call in advance or setup an appointment on the boardwalk before you enter the northern most enter the beach near Deal Lake Drive.
Sightseeing
Asbury Park Convention Hall
1300 N Ocean AveThe Carousel Building
104-108 Asbury AveEssentials
Freshest place to get produce and essentials. Beer & liquor store located next door.
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Wegmans
1104 NJ-35Freshest place to get produce and essentials. Beer & liquor store located next door.
Rite Aid
75 S Main StCloset pharmacy chain within walking distance.
Local spot to get wine and a wide variety of craft NJ beer.
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Lush Wines - Beers & Liquors
700 Cookman AveLocal spot to get wine and a wide variety of craft NJ beer.
Shopping
Local shops where you can find records, mid-century modern furniture, classic video games, and other vintage items.
The Shoppes at the Arcade
658 Cookman AveLocal shops where you can find records, mid-century modern furniture, classic video games, and other vintage items.