Best Fun Restaurants in Keyport

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1. McDonagh's Pub

4.2

Price: Moderate

• American • Keyport

Located in the Heart of Downtown Historic Keyport in a turn-of-the-century brick building near the bay, McDonagh's pub combines Old-World charm with modern hip cuisine. We offer an amazing menu of Irish Fare, bistro-style salads, home-made awesome soups, signature sandwiches, wraps, sautés, thin-crust pizza, fabulous fish and chips, daily specials and over 70 beers and lagers!

2. A Salute

4.2

Awesome(446)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Matawan

VOTED #1 FOR BEST ITALIAN FOOD ON THE EAST COAST BY BAYCITIZEN.ORG!!!A Salute is an Italian restaurant & full service cocktail bar located in an 1850 Church on Main Street in Matawan, NJ (Three minute walk from train station). The 170 year old building has kept its character and warmth to provide a comfortable setting for families and friends to enjoy a great lunch or dinner. Outdoor dining with a full service bar and oversized patio.Karaoke every Friday Night!Lunch Available daily from 11:30-3:30pm. Happy Hour daily from 3:00pm-6:00pm featuring 1/2 off drinks and select appetizers. Dinner begins at 4:00pm.We are now offering a $60 pp Family Style Dinner, 7 Days a week, incl. holidays. Minimum 2 ppl required. Kids 10 and Under Eat Free!

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3. The Goat by David Burke

4.4

Awesome(935)

Price: Moderate

• American • Union Beach

THE GOAT by David Burke is a Wood Burning Italian American Cuisine Restaurant by Hazlet native, celebrity chef David Burke.We offer great food, drinks, and private event space.

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4. Assaggini di Roma - Hazlet

4.9

Exceptional(555)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Hazlet

Assaggini di Roma - Hazlet is a fun restaurant because of its delicious food and friendly service. Reviewers love the generous portions of their Italian favorites, with one even calling it a 'hidden BYOB gem'. The staff is often highlighted for their great service, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're dining with friends or enjoying a meal solo, this restaurant consistently delivers a fantastic experience.

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5. Houlihan's - Holmdel

4.6

Exceptional(595)

Price: Moderate

• American • Holmdel

Since 1972, we’ve believed in quality ingredients, cooking from scratch and having fun. From our famous ‘Shrooms and Stuffed Chicken Breast to our unique burger blend and ahi tuna, we believe in celebrating the small things and that every moment deserves a toast in its honor. So grab a drink (perhaps our signature Long Island Iced Tea), enjoy some great conversation and let us serve you an excellent meal.

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6. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

4.7

Exceptional(4650)

Price: Expensive

• Comfort Food • Red Bank

Since the opening of their acclaimed Restaurant Nicholas in 2000, Chef Nicholas Harary and his wife, Melissa, modernized the concept of fine dining. This mainstay of Red Bank garnered some of the industry’s highest praise, including 15 straight years as Zagat’s highest-rated restaurant in New Jersey, a 4-star review in the New York Times, and a position on several national “best restaurant” lists.Now, with Barrel & Roost, the couple strips off the white tablecloths and serves up a bold new menu: made-from-scratch food that’s crazy-delicious, yet entirely accessible any night of the week. Set in a newly redesigned modern farmhouse interior, Barrel & Roost is just the place to enjoy Chef Driven Comfort Food with family, old friends, or a grab a drink at the bar for date night!

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7. Semolina Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3170)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Red Bank

Semolina Restaurant is a farm to table, BYO dining establishment serving simple, casual cuisine. Semolina's menu highlights the seasonality of fresh, local ingredients with a focus on fresh, made in-house pastas.

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8. The Melting Pot - Red Bank

4.8

Exceptional(871)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Red Bank

Experience the modern, intimate design of The Melting Pot, the premier fondue restaurant, located in the historic The Galleria. Come enjoy our new ambiance featuring a social bar, communal seating, and see the art of chocolate fondue preparation on display. Guests can continue to enjoy the traditional interactive dining experiences they have loved for years.Parking available at The Galleria and additional parking available across Shrewsbury Ave towards the river.

9. Buona Sera

4.7

Exceptional(1714)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Red Bank

(Online reservations for 5 or more, please call us)** 2 hour min required for Pre Count Basie show reservations. The classy and elegant Buona Sera is located in Red Bank area of New Jersey. The dining room is gorgeous with carefully planned details and decorations that add a sense of refinement to the restaurant. You can also host an event or party in the Wine Cellar or Tuscan Room. Catering services can be ordered for in-house reservations as well as for outside events. Buona Sera is a full service bar and restaurant, and our menu is quite extensive, giving you a lot of lunch and dinner options to choose from. Start off with one of the large and flavorful appetizers, then continue to the main course. Entrées at Buona Sera include pasta, veal, choice steaks, chicken, pork chops, various types of ravioli and seafood. Veal chops from this restaurant are some of the most popular dishes on the menu and are worth trying.

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10. Char Steakhouse - Red Bank

4.6

Exceptional(3007)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Red Bank

Finally, a New York style atmosphere and experience crosses the Hudson to Central Jersey. Char Steakhouse's innovative cuisine features only the finest cuts of Dry Aged and Prime Beef with fish delivered fresh daily. Guests will dine by landscaped views revealed by towering windows. Mahogany wood walls and ceiling treatments create an authentic steakhouse environment rivaled by none in the New Jersey dining scene. Unique features include four modern fireplaces that are the first of their kind, a curved wall of water that rains serenity in the aptly named Rain Room. Guests can enjoy 7 cuts of the finest quality dry aged beef or snack on oysters and colossal blue crab from our premier raw bar. Seating in the lounge is offered on a first come first serve basis or party goers can reserve arched custom booths for up to twelve. Our highly trained and experienced staff exhibit warmth and hospitality in welcoming Char's guests home. All of this at a prices you never thought possible.

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Deanna
New Jersey •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
So I came here on Christmas Eve with family and the food and the ambience was so great that I had to come back with my friends. This is a must try food and ambience is absolutely out of this world. Prices are fair. Staff is super friendly and kind we will be returning Soon.
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A SalutePrice: Expensive• Italian• Matawan
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4.2
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DennisVIP
New York City •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We couldn't have asked for a better experience. The salmon and tuna tacos were fabulous. We both had short ribs and they were delicious. Dessert was also a treat with the key lime pie. Our waiter was extremely accommodating.
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The Goat by David BurkePrice: Moderate• American• Union Beach
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4.4
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Susan
New York City •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Although the restaurant was busier than we expected on Christmas evening, the service was quite efficient. We enjoyed our dinners, and everything was served hot and ready-to-eat. Alberto always greets us when we visit. He wished us a Merry Christmas and made sure we were satisfied. The servers checked up on us to see if we needed more silverware, drinks, etc. We went home happy and full!
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Houlihan's - HolmdelPrice: Moderate• American• Holmdel
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4.6
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Anne Marie
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 20, 2024
We always enjoy this place. The service is always impeccable.
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Assaggini di Roma - HazletPrice: Moderate• Italian• Hazlet
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4.9
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MonikaP
New York City •19 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 22, 2024
Good service and great pub food for a reasonable price.
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McDonagh's PubPrice: Moderate• American• Keyport
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4.2

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43 restaurants available nearby

1. McDonagh's Pub

2. A Salute

3. The Goat by David Burke

4. Assaggini di Roma - Hazlet

5. Houlihan's - Holmdel

6. Nicholas Barrel & Roost

7. Semolina Restaurant

8. The Melting Pot - Red Bank

9. Buona Sera

10. Char Steakhouse - Red Bank

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