Sandy Hook, New Jersey Restaurants

Sandy Hook, New Jersey Restaurants
Sandy Hook, New Jersey is a 7-mile long stretch of beaches that offer a great view of Manhattan, wonderful restaurants, and recreational activities. For the outdoor enthusiast, there is surfing, swimming, lighthouses to explore, beach volleyball, a maritime museum and more. For those looking to relax after working up an appetite, there are plenty of local restaurants to enjoy. While seafood is the main fare in many restaurants, most offer plenty of selection for diners who have more land-oriented tastes.

Sea Gulls' Nest Oceanfront Deck Restaurant

Sea Gulls' Nest Oceanfront Deck Restaurant offers a three-tiered, open-air deck, which gives you a full 360 degree view of the Sandy Hook beach area and the Manhattan skyline. The restaurant has live entertainment, offers catering and hosts weddings. Favorite picks from the menu here include the Caesar Salad with grilled Mahi Mahi, the Fried Flounder Sandwich, and of course, the classic Cheeseburger.

Sea Gulls' Nest Oceanfront Deck Restaurant
100 Hartshorne Drive
Highlands, NJ 07732
(732) 872-0025
seagullsnest.info

Bay Avenue Trattoria

At the Bay Avenue Trattoria, everything is Italian-American. The store-front eatery has silver tables and chairs, a colorful decor, and a tasteful menu with a wide variety of foods. Favorites here include the Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and the Hoisan & Ginger Glazed Duck Breast. The desserts are also decadent with regulars, such as sorbet and tiramisu, and more elegant options, such as the Tartufo, a Belgian chocolate covered vanilla & chocolate gelato truffle. The restaurant also caters, offers take-out and has homemade creations every day, in addition to the regular menu.

Bay Avenue Trattoria
122 Bay Avenue
Highlands, NJ 07732
(732) 872-9800
bayavetrattoria.com/

Doris & Ed's Classic and Contemporary Seafood Oasis

Doris & Ed's Classic and Contemporary Seafood Oasis is a relaxed, but upscale, restaurant featuring freshly-caught seafood. The restaurant is a 100-year old restored facility, with a neutral color scheme, which helps add to the fresh appeal. Featured dishes include the Pan Seared Scallops with Pesto Potatoes and the Grilled Halibut with Romesco.

Doris & Ed's Classic and Contemporary Seafood Oasis
384 Shore Drive
Highlands, NJ
(732) 872-1565
dorisandeds.com

Inlet Café


The Inlet Cafe is a family-friendly restaurant that is simply decorated on the inside, but has a large deck outdoors, which is lit up with hanging lights. Sitting right on the beach, the view helps provide a peaceful ambiance and the friendly staff and family ownership adds to the enjoyable atmosphere. The menu is primarily seafood, with a Raw Bar being most popular, but there are other selections available, as well- such as burgers and chicken. Other popular choices are the 1.5lb. Main Lobsters and the Stuffed Shrimp.

Inlet Café

3 Cornwall Street

Highlands, NJ 07732

(732) 872-9764
inletcafe.com

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