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Philomena's

3.0
3
9 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
344 Ocean Ave, Sea Bright, NJ 07760

About this restaurant

Channel your inner Italian at Philomena’s. This beautiful restaurant serves authentic Italian dishes in cozy surroundings next to a lovely ocean view. The restaurant’s menu features cold and hot appetizers, seafood, and steak and veal dishes. Philomena’s also offers a kid's menu and a fine pasta menu that includes traditional favorites like fettuccine Alfredo and delicious ravioli. Guests can either enjoy their meals in the lovely dining room or out on the patio, while taking in the view. Philomena’s hosts live entertainment and dancing every Friday and Saturday from 8 p.m. till midnight. The restaurant also boasts a cocktail bar, which stays open till 2 a.m. Philomena’s vibrant atmosphere and extensive menu make it an ideal pick for group or family outings. This restaurant is open for dinner Fridays to Sundays.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: Friday & Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm Sunday: 12:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Phone number
    (732) 741-5554
  • Website
    http://www.philomenasrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    <br>The Ava Room<br><br> Located on the second floor is The Ava Room<br> A banquet room that is available for private and corporate events and is complete with an elegant granite bar. It is a breathtaking room that captures an outstanding view of the Atlantic Ocean in the front and the Shrewsbury River in the back. <br><br>For more information, please contact Philomena.
  • Private party facilities
    Philomena's features an incredible authentic Italian menu and is located at 344 Ocean Avenue in Sea Bright, NJ 07760 between the Shrewsbury River and the Atlantic Ocean. This fine dining restaurant is proud to offer excellent table cloth dining as well as excellent outdoor dining, a beautiful banquet room, and a fantastic tiki bar. Please spend the night with us & walk back to your room. The Diamond Deck Tiki Bar is located in a separate building directly on theShrewbury River. Boat slips and access to the pool are available. We offer great drinks and jersey favorites in a casual and fun atmosphere. The bar has a bamboo layout where you can enjoy your summer days like you were visiting the Caribbean or Mediterranean.
  • Location
    344 Ocean Ave, Sea Bright, NJ 07760
  • Neighborhood
    Sea Bright
  • Cross street
    Rt 36
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking as well as park your own in our private lot.
  • Public transit
    25 Dock & Dine Boat SlipsHighlands Ferry from New York is 5 minutes from Philomena'sFerry ride 40 minutes to New York CityBuses & Cabs
  • Entertainment
    Philomena's has Live Entertainment & Dancing every Friday & Saturday in the Fireplace Lounge from 8:00 PM to 12 Midnight. Serving the Finest in Authentic Italian Cuisine until 11:00PM & the Cocktail Lounge is open until 2:00AM. Philomena's & the Diamond Deck Tiki Bar on the Water will be open Friday thru Sunday.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cigar Room, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Menu

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What 9 people are saying

Philomena's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.0
3 based on all time ratings
  • 3.4Food
  • 2.9Service
  • 3.2Ambience

Noise • Moderate

9 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City28 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on August 12, 2012

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We have had the good fortune of dining out alot and have never had an experience like the one we had here. We waited almost 50 minutes for poorly prepared appetizers, then another long delay for entrees. One diner in our party got her meal, then we waited another 8 minutes for 2 more entrees,followed by more waiting time until everyone else was served. All the while Philomena seemed oblivious to our plight (despite our attempts to get her attention.) She was too busy carousing with patrons at the bar or "singing" at the mic. Our waiter tried valiently to accommodate us, even telling us that he had spoken to the owner; obviously they just don't care...and neither should anyone else care about this place.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 16, 2012

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    stdy away this place is a nightmare

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  3. NancyR

    New York City5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 16, 2012

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    This was our second trip to this restaurant. The food is good... the people working there are nice. it is not an inexpensive night out but it is a pleasant evening nonetheless.

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  4. wifesabrucefan VIP

    New York City50 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 14, 2012

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our second visit and it was as good as the first. Our waitress was very helpful with our dinner choices. All the meals were very good

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  5. Jeanp

    New York City9 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 27, 2012

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    bread came out cold 3 times. food was warm not hot, pasta alfredo was dry and cappucino was like dish water.

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  6. NJJIM

    Naples144 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 20, 2012

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was confused and slow. Possible that since this is the start of the Summer season, staff was new and in training. Bartender was very knowledgable and served up excellent drinks.

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  7. JeffF

    New York City5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on May 20, 2012

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    A disaster! Valet parking attendant & waiter were friendly. Had to wait 20 minutes to be seated for our 8PM reservation in a half empty restaurant. Couldn't get a second bottle of the wine we wanted, they had only one bottle on hand. The first course took about 45 minutes (unremarkable salads; too many figs with a little tough pork in a sweet sauce)-reason given for delay was chef was having a meltdown. After about another 45 minutes we were told dinner would be delayed because of a computer problem (still don't understand what this had to do with not getting food to the table). No efforts for service recovery by anyone. We left without eating dinner, as did the table next to us. Was this a bad night or sign of a failing restaurant?

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  8. Kelly

    Philadelphia6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2012

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Philomena's is absolutely wonderful. Everything on the menu is amazing. The pork and figs appetizer was to die for! The restaurant is fine dining inside and also has a tiki bar with seating outside right on the water for a beautiful view! The service was excellent and every dish was amazing. I am definately making a reservation for next weekend!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2012

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    FOOD WAS DELIGHTFULLY SCRUMPTOUS AND THE OWNERS WERE CHARMING. WHAT A GREAT PLACE!!!

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FAQs

Philomena's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 741-5554.

Philomena's is rated 3 stars by 9 OpenTable diners.

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. New Jersey
  4. Monmouth
  5. Sea Bright

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Google Map for Philomena's

344 Ocean Ave, Sea Bright, NJ 07760

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Rt 36
  • Neighborhood
    Sea Bright
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner: Friday & Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm Sunday: 12:00pm - 9:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking as well as park your own in our private lot.
  • Public transit
    25 Dock & Dine Boat SlipsHighlands Ferry from New York is 5 minutes from Philomena'sFerry ride 40 minutes to New York CityBuses & Cabs
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Philomena's has Live Entertainment & Dancing every Friday & Saturday in the Fireplace Lounge from 8:00 PM to 12 Midnight. Serving the Finest in Authentic Italian Cuisine until 11:00PM & the Cocktail Lounge is open until 2:00AM. Philomena's & the Diamond Deck Tiki Bar on the Water will be open Friday thru Sunday.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cigar Room, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.philomenasrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (732) 741-5554
  • Catering
    <br>The Ava Room<br><br> Located on the second floor is The Ava Room<br> A banquet room that is available for private and corporate events and is complete with an elegant granite bar. It is a breathtaking room that captures an outstanding view of the Atlantic Ocean in the front and the Shrewsbury River in the back. <br><br>For more information, please contact Philomena.
  • Private party facilities
    Philomena's features an incredible authentic Italian menu and is located at 344 Ocean Avenue in Sea Bright, NJ 07760 between the Shrewsbury River and the Atlantic Ocean. This fine dining restaurant is proud to offer excellent table cloth dining as well as excellent outdoor dining, a beautiful banquet room, and a fantastic tiki bar. Please spend the night with us & walk back to your room. The Diamond Deck Tiki Bar is located in a separate building directly on theShrewbury River. Boat slips and access to the pool are available. We offer great drinks and jersey favorites in a casual and fun atmosphere. The bar has a bamboo layout where you can enjoy your summer days like you were visiting the Caribbean or Mediterranean.
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