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Welcome to Avenue Long Branch
Avenue Long Branch is a vibrant culinary gem nestled along the picturesque oceanfront of Pier Village, New Jersey. With a commitment to quality and diverse offerings, this stylish eatery caters to various dietary preferences, featuring fresh pescatarian, vegan, and vegetarian options. Guests can relish seafood delicacies like exquisite lobster and shrimp cocktails while enjoying the chic ambiance that melds upscale decor with inviting beach vibes. The attentive service, enhanced by happy hour specials and outdoor seating with ocean views, creates an unforgettable dining experience. Whether it's a casual meal or a special occasion, Avenue Long Branch consistently delights patrons with its culinary artistry and warm atmosphere.
About
Avenue Long Branch
Introducing Avenue Long Branch: Nestled along the beautiful coastline at 23 Ocean Ave N, Long Branch, NJ, Avenue Long Branch offers a dining experience that encapsulates both elegance and comfort. This upmarket establishment, with its casual dress code and vibrant ambiance, is perfect for family gatherings, romantic dinners, or lively evenings out with friends.
Avenue Long Branch excels in providing a comprehensive dining experience, boasting features such as:
- Reservations: Ensuring your spot is secure, especially during peak hours.
- Takeout and Delivery: Bringing delicious options straight to your door.
- A Diverse Menu: Catering to a variety of dietary preferences, including pescatarian, vegan, and vegetarian options.
- Outdoor Seating: Enjoy the heated, covered outdoor area while taking in the stunning ocean views.
- Happy Hour Specials: Offering an enticing selection of cocktails and appetizers, perfect for unwinding after a long day.
- Entertainment: With live music and dancing on select nights, the venue transforms into a vibrant hotspot as the sun goes down.
The reviews from patrons reflect a commitment to quality, service, and atmosphere. Steven T. highlights the restaurant's stunning decor and superb cuisine, praising dishes like the salmon in butter sauce and seafood combinations. Amira I. admires the classy ambiance, recommending the mid-afternoon happy hour as a perfect time for delicious cocktails and delectable bites.
However, it is not just the food that impresses guests; the attentive service enhances every visit, as showcased by Connie C. and her experience with personalized accommodations by the staff. Though there were minor hiccups in service, her appreciation for the beautifully presented Branzino and dessert speaks volumes about the kitchen's capability.
Avenue Long Branch goes above and beyond to create a delightful environment where culinary excellence meets scenic charm, making it a must-visit destination on the Jersey Shore. Whether you are indulging in their extensive seafood platters or enjoying a casual happy hour with friends, this restaurant promises a memorable experience steeped in both flavor and ambiance.
Contact: For reservations and inquiries, call (732) 759-2900. Come discover your new favorite dining spot in Long Branch—where every meal is a celebration!
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ We were in the area and came to Avenue for their happy hour. The place was packed and we got some of the last few seats at the bar. I had the cucumber basil martini during happy hour and it was delicious! It wasn't too strong and it was so flavorful. We split the short rib sliders, we put the order in when we ordered our drinks and it took a long time for them to arrive. We thought they forgot about the food because we finished the drinks and no one ever asked us if we wanted another. We were going to just forget about it and close out but then they arrived. I thought it was a good deal 3 for $10. The short ribs were tender and the cheese sauce that was on it was the best part. I just wish they were a little bit hotter. Service wasn't the best, but it wouldn't hold us from going back. ”
“ Not sure why there are so many negative reviews, I had a great time here. Came for early dinner on a Sunday. The restaurant was clean and absolutely gorgeous. Right on the water with a great space and location. The food was also very good! My whole party had the $40 pre fix dinner and were satisfied. The steak frites and mole frites were standouts. The dessert at the end also was the perfect ending. The service was attentive, friendly and fast. Is it more expensive than some of the places in the area? Yes but you also get what you pay for. Great place for a celebratory or special meal. I would love to come back soon! ”
“ The Le Royal at @avenueleclubevents Amazing & delicious seafood tower! Shared among seven people. We each had a personal dish after (forgot to picture but I'm new here lol) very delicious! The whole thing was done in about 14 seconds! . You can find this beautiful French ocean view restaurant in Long Branch, New Jersey! . Follow for more food reviews: IG : eat_with_alexis : https://www.instagram.com/eat_with_alexis?igsh=MWV5dDFib3Jxd25jbw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr TikTok; @lexifelds https://www.tiktok.com/@lexifelds?_t=8jOBylRyQ1O&_r=1 ”
“ Don't know what the low ratings are about? This place was great. First of all the restaurant is beautiful. They must have spent a fortune on that. We were there for Pier Village restaurant week and the food was superb. Apps were escargot, oysters, and salad. Seafood was great and even the salad had a great citrus dressing. Mains did not disappoint. Salmon in butter sauce, a seafood combo over pasta and a chicken dish. Only very minor issue was we each had a desert duet with crème brûlée and chocolate pot de creme. Crème brûlée awesome; chocolate pot just so so. All in all a great dinner and we will be back! ”
“ Service Superb since we were there during slow hours start of happy Hour on 3pm Saturday in offseason. Ambiance Very classy and upscale feeling with beach vibes outdoor seating overlooking ocean views in Pier Village. Food Happy Hour menu limited but we had a good size cheeseburger and it came with French fries which I wasn't expecting and this really good caramelized onions American cheddar with this side of truffle aioli. Happy hour drinks were the best with $5 draft beers and amazing cocktails with seasonal mint watermelon cocktail that was very refreshing. Overall plan to come back for dinner during high season to see how they are in peak time. ”
“ Beautiful restaurant right on the ocean. Lighting is just right, staff is friendly and seemingly attentive. Food and drinks were good. Visited for my birthday and originally was sat in a booth next to a half wall to my left but had a nice view of the ocean. Personally, I don't like to sit next to a wall so we requested to sit elsewhere. They have a beautiful fireplace which I then asked to sit by and our waiter was accommodating although we traded servers. The new server Martin (not so great at his job yet) eagerly greeted us and took our drink orders right away. We ordered a bottle of sparkling water and lemons while we pondered over the menu. He brought the water and drinks- no lemons. We ordered appetizers (oysters, grilled octopus, and shrimp cocktail). They came we ate, no lemons! We reminded him again. He apologized and said he'd be back. The oysters were dry and definitely didn't taste freshly shucked and the mignonette just tasted like straight red wine vinegar no shallots, no anything in there and the platter was also missing any horseradish sauce- instead it came with cocktail sauce that also was a bit lackluster. If you follow my posts you know I like and know oysters! The grilled octopus was delectable- loved the sauce it came with and the shrimp cocktail- not impressive. However, our entrees were amazing! The Branzino- ohh "m" "G"; the flavors were paired so well. It has roasted fennel, capers, chopped kalamatta olives (not the black olive tapenade listed) tomatoes and roasted potatoes. I asked again for the lemon wedges which after 1 hour still weren't given and for pepper. Our waiter says they didn't have pepper. After about 15 minutes he brings black pepper and explains he though I asked for a vegetable "pepper"; either way I only had about 1/3 of my dinner left but for what remained it was fine. My husband had the Steak Frites which was good and the frites were comparable to Rue 57 frites but the steak tasted like it was gas grilled and charred thereafter (meh). For desert we had crème brûlée and dark chocolate pot de crème which was fantastic! The manager or owner came over during our visit and he stayed not too long and we told him all was well but by the time we left we vocalized the issues discussed. He had wondered why we didn't tell him earlier and we felt bad because the server was very nice and did apologize for not bringing the lemons after being reminded twice and not understanding the black pepper request. Since we stayed for at least 3 hours I thought it was very cool to see what happens. At 7pm the light dimmed a bit and the fireplace was on. At 8pm the lights dimmed a bit more and at 9pm the lights went down a bit more and the DJ came on. Ohhh I wanted to stay until 10 to see what surprises I would see then too but it was a great evening with good food and good ambiance. Would love to go back again. ”
“ The Avenue never disappoints--- and I love the bar menu that you can sit near the bar but not at the bar or restaurant. The booths are cozy and unexpectedly cool!! The ambience is always beautiful -- love the decor and feeling in the restaurant. Wish it was open later .... ”
“ We were in the area and came to Avenue for their happy hour. The place was packed and we got some of the last few seats at the bar. I had the cucumber basil martini during happy hour and it was delicious! It wasn't too strong and it was so flavorful. We split the short rib sliders, we put the order in when we ordered our drinks and it took a long time for them to arrive. We thought they forgot about the food because we finished the drinks and no one ever asked us if we wanted another. We were going to just forget about it and close out but then they arrived. I thought it was a good deal 3 for $10. The short ribs were tender and the cheese sauce that was on it was the best part. I just wish they were a little bit hotter. Service wasn't the best, but it wouldn't hold us from going back. ”
“ Not sure why there are so many negative reviews, I had a great time here. Came for early dinner on a Sunday. The restaurant was clean and absolutely gorgeous. Right on the water with a great space and location. The food was also very good! My whole party had the $40 pre fix dinner and were satisfied. The steak frites and mole frites were standouts. The dessert at the end also was the perfect ending. The service was attentive, friendly and fast. Is it more expensive than some of the places in the area? Yes but you also get what you pay for. Great place for a celebratory or special meal. I would love to come back soon! ”
“ The Le Royal at @avenueleclubevents Amazing & delicious seafood tower! Shared among seven people. We each had a personal dish after (forgot to picture but I'm new here lol) very delicious! The whole thing was done in about 14 seconds! . You can find this beautiful French ocean view restaurant in Long Branch, New Jersey! . Follow for more food reviews: IG : eat_with_alexis : https://www.instagram.com/eat_with_alexis?igsh=MWV5dDFib3Jxd25jbw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr TikTok; @lexifelds https://www.tiktok.com/@lexifelds?_t=8jOBylRyQ1O&_r=1 ”
“ Don't know what the low ratings are about? This place was great. First of all the restaurant is beautiful. They must have spent a fortune on that. We were there for Pier Village restaurant week and the food was superb. Apps were escargot, oysters, and salad. Seafood was great and even the salad had a great citrus dressing. Mains did not disappoint. Salmon in butter sauce, a seafood combo over pasta and a chicken dish. Only very minor issue was we each had a desert duet with crème brûlée and chocolate pot de creme. Crème brûlée awesome; chocolate pot just so so. All in all a great dinner and we will be back! ”
“ Service Superb since we were there during slow hours start of happy Hour on 3pm Saturday in offseason. Ambiance Very classy and upscale feeling with beach vibes outdoor seating overlooking ocean views in Pier Village. Food Happy Hour menu limited but we had a good size cheeseburger and it came with French fries which I wasn't expecting and this really good caramelized onions American cheddar with this side of truffle aioli. Happy hour drinks were the best with $5 draft beers and amazing cocktails with seasonal mint watermelon cocktail that was very refreshing. Overall plan to come back for dinner during high season to see how they are in peak time. ”
“ Beautiful restaurant right on the ocean. Lighting is just right, staff is friendly and seemingly attentive. Food and drinks were good. Visited for my birthday and originally was sat in a booth next to a half wall to my left but had a nice view of the ocean. Personally, I don't like to sit next to a wall so we requested to sit elsewhere. They have a beautiful fireplace which I then asked to sit by and our waiter was accommodating although we traded servers. The new server Martin (not so great at his job yet) eagerly greeted us and took our drink orders right away. We ordered a bottle of sparkling water and lemons while we pondered over the menu. He brought the water and drinks- no lemons. We ordered appetizers (oysters, grilled octopus, and shrimp cocktail). They came we ate, no lemons! We reminded him again. He apologized and said he'd be back. The oysters were dry and definitely didn't taste freshly shucked and the mignonette just tasted like straight red wine vinegar no shallots, no anything in there and the platter was also missing any horseradish sauce- instead it came with cocktail sauce that also was a bit lackluster. If you follow my posts you know I like and know oysters! The grilled octopus was delectable- loved the sauce it came with and the shrimp cocktail- not impressive. However, our entrees were amazing! The Branzino- ohh "m" "G"; the flavors were paired so well. It has roasted fennel, capers, chopped kalamatta olives (not the black olive tapenade listed) tomatoes and roasted potatoes. I asked again for the lemon wedges which after 1 hour still weren't given and for pepper. Our waiter says they didn't have pepper. After about 15 minutes he brings black pepper and explains he though I asked for a vegetable "pepper"; either way I only had about 1/3 of my dinner left but for what remained it was fine. My husband had the Steak Frites which was good and the frites were comparable to Rue 57 frites but the steak tasted like it was gas grilled and charred thereafter (meh). For desert we had crème brûlée and dark chocolate pot de crème which was fantastic! The manager or owner came over during our visit and he stayed not too long and we told him all was well but by the time we left we vocalized the issues discussed. He had wondered why we didn't tell him earlier and we felt bad because the server was very nice and did apologize for not bringing the lemons after being reminded twice and not understanding the black pepper request. Since we stayed for at least 3 hours I thought it was very cool to see what happens. At 7pm the light dimmed a bit and the fireplace was on. At 8pm the lights dimmed a bit more and at 9pm the lights went down a bit more and the DJ came on. Ohhh I wanted to stay until 10 to see what surprises I would see then too but it was a great evening with good food and good ambiance. Would love to go back again. ”