Waterfront Restaurants in New Jersey

The state of New Jersey offers a cosmopolitan city environment and a relaxing beach atmosphere on the Jersey Shore. Attractions in the state include gambling in Atlantic City or tubing down the Delaware River. Experience whale watching in Cape May on the Jersey Shore. Go boating, fishing or water-skiing in Mountain Creek Water Resort in the summer. Go snow skiing in the winter months. The state also features countless state parks and an array of scenic waterfront restaurants.

Antoinetta's

Enjoy expansive bay front views of Manahawkin Bay and the Forsythe National Preserve at Antoinetta's Italian Restaurant in West Creek, New Jersey. Whether you are looking for a romantic spot for an intimate dinner or a relaxed, casual environment for a family gathering, Antoinetta's is sure to please. The restaurant features a boat dock, two separate dining rooms and a wide array of Mediterranean fare. Sample the fried calamari appetizer, a guest favorite. Leave room for the New York Strip entree, a 14-ounce strip steak topped with goat cheese, Bermuda onions and a port wine demi-glaze.

Antoinetta's
523 Cedar Run Dock Road
West Creek, NJ 08092
Phone: (609) 978-9785
antoinettas.com

Mister C's Beach Bistro

Located on the Jersey Shore in Allenhurst, New Jersey, Mister C's has been delivering oceanfront American bistro-style cuisine and drinks since 1991. Experience fine cuisine in an oceanfront environment. Before your meal, enjoy a martini at the restaurant's oceanfront Tiki Bar. For a starter, try the shrimp sauteed with littleneck clams and broccoli rabe. For a main course, sample Mister C's specialty entrée, the 16-ounce Certified Black Angus Sirloin brushed with roasted garlic and served with sauteed spinach and homemade potato slivers. The restaurant also features an extensive wine selection.

Mister C's Beach Bistro
Ocean and Allen Avenues
Allenhurst, NJ 07711
Phone: (732) 531-3665
jerseyshorerestaurant.com

3Forty Grill

Experience Manhattan-style dining in the City of Hoboken, New Jersey at 3Forty Grill. Situated on the Hoboken waterfront with expansive 360-degree views of the Manhattan skyline. The Zagat-rated, ultra modern 3Forty Grill features high ceilings, dark rich woods and a definite upscale atmosphere. Outdoor dining is also available in the warm summer months. The restaurant offers a martini lounge. There's also a raw bar, serving fresh oysters, little neck clams and mussels. Entree favorites include the Chilean sea bass with lobster whipped potatoes, almond french beans in a shrimp sauce and the Tender Boneless Short Rib. 3Forty Grill is open for brunch, lunch and dinner.

3Forty Grill
340 Sinatra Drive
Hoboken, NJ 07030
Phone: (201) 217-3406
3fortygrill.com

Article Written By Bryony R

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