The Rum Runner

4.6

2684 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Charming

Welcome to the rebuilt, redesigned, and re-imagined Rum Runner! Although a lot has changed over the years, we still look to provide you and your family with same great experience you have come to remember and love. As always, we are featuring exquisite cuisine, paired wine, and creative drinks. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(732) 842-2894
Website
http://www.mcloonesrumrunner.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Daniel Kane
Catering
Off Site Catering Orders are accepted. Please check out our website for additional information. <br />
Private party facilities
The Rum Runner has multiple private event spaces with varying availability and minimums.

Location
816 Ocean Ave, Sea Bright, NJ 07760
Neighborhood
Sea Bright
Parking details
Click here to schedule your Uber today.https://www.uber.com/ride/Parking in our lot is limited. Sea Bright does offer public lots as well. Please plan accordingly.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Wine Wednesdays!
Multiple dates available
Join us on Wednesdays at 4pm or later to indulge in a bottle of J Lohr wine and a cheese board for $40! Wine Wednesdays will be offered throughout the entire restaurant, so whether you would like to sit at the bar, a cocktail table by the fire or a window table overlooking the Shrewsbury River, we have a spot for you! Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Ala Carte Brunch
Multiple dates available
Join us for Brunch from 11:00am- 3:00pm every Saturday and Sunday to enjoy espresso martini flights, bottomless mimosas, breakfast skillets and more! Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Brunch with The Bunny
Apr 6, 2025 only
Please come join us for a special Ala carte brunch with the bunny! Mr. Bunny will be hopping around to each table for the perfect photo op for each guest. We are looking forward to seeing you! We will have 2 dates for this event which are April 6th and April 13th.

Offers

Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Mon - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Tue - Wed - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Join us for Happy Hour at our Main bar! Half priced appetizers and drink specials Tuesday-Friday 3-6pm and all day Mondays

Popular dishes

CHEF'S SELECTION OF BREAD$6.00
seasoned whipped butter, fig jam, sun-dried tomato oil
CHEESE BOARD$30.00
chef selected cheese, mixed nuts, grapes, seasonal jam, crackers, crostini
DARK STORMY WINGS$15.00
bleu cheese dressing, celery
PARMESAN GARLIC WINGS$16.00
bleu cheese dressing, celery
PROSCIUTTO FLATBREAD$20.00
roasted red peppers, mozzarella, ricotta, truffle honey
GOAT CHEESE FRITTERS$16.00
chopped pistachios, honey drizzle
COCONUT SHRIMP$17.00
thai chili slaw, spicy mayo
MOJITO MUSSELS$20.00
New Zealand mussels, rum butter sauce, mint, crostini
ISLAND STYLE CALAMARI$18.00
crispy banana peppers, balsamic drizzle, lime aioli
LOBSTER GUACAMOLE$28.00
Homemade fresh guacamole, chuck lobsters meat, wonton chips
SPICY AHI TUNA NACHOS $22.00
Wonton chips, jalapeños, pickled carrots, spicy mayo, sesame seeds
OCTOPUS CEVICHE$22.00
citrus tomato sauce, peppers, onions, cilantro GFA
JERK CHICKEN LETTUCE CUPS$18.00
rum charred pineapple, candied cashews, pickled onion, lime aioli, butterhead lettuce

Raw Bar

SHRIMP COCKTAIL$18.00
lemon, cocktail sauce
LONG ISLAND BLUE POINT OYSTERS
lemon, cocktail sauce, cucumber mint mignonette
LITTLE NECK CLAMS
lemon, cocktail sauce
CHILLED SAMPLER$36.00
[4] shrimp, [4] oysters, [4] clams, cucumber mint mignonette, lemon, cocktail sauce
RUM RUNNER SAMPLER$68.00
chilled lobster tail, [5] jumbo shrimp, [5] long island blue point oysters, [5] little neck clams, drawn butter, cucumber mint mignonette,remoulade, lemon, cocktail sauce

Soup

SHRIMP LOBSTER BISQUE$14.00
SEAFOOD CHOWDER$14.00
FRENCH ONION$12.00
Topped with crispy onions

Salads

CAESAR$14.00
Split romaine heart, roasted red peppers, croutons, everything Parmesan crisp, sun-dried tomato oil, Caesar dressing
BETTY$12.00
mixed greens, feta, apple, walnuts, craisins, balsamic vinaigrette
AUTUMN KALE$16.00
Goat cheese, roasted sweet potato, red onions, pumpkin seeds, apple cider vinaigrette
CHOPPED$12.00
chopped romaine, olives, tomato, cucumber, vinegar peppers, pecorino, red wine vinaigrette
WINTER WEDGE$16.00
iceberg lettuce, crispy prosciutto, red onion, apple, candied pecans, pomegranate seeds, apple cider vinaigrette
COBB$18.00
romaine, bacon, red onion, hard boiled egg, tomato, balsamic vinaigrette
STEAK & BURRATA$24.00
Mixed greens, bacon, grape tomatoes, pickled red onions, balsamic vinaigrette

Pasta & Risotto

BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAVIOLI$32.00
Agave cream, goat cheese, pumpkin seeds
LINGUINE WITH ATTITUDE$32.00
Littleneck clams, shrimp, spicy white wine sauce
LOBSTER MAC N' CHEESE$32.00
sharp cheddar, smoked gouda, pecorino, seasoned breadcrumbs
SEAFOOD RISOTTO$42.00
scallops, shrimp, chunk lobster meat, tomato risotto, pecorino
SWEET POTATO GNOCCHI$28.00
sage brown butter sauce, toasted pecans

Mains

PAN SEARED SALMON$30.00
fingerling potatoes, zucchini, sun-dried tomato pan sauc
GRILLED SWORDFISH$36.00
mashed sweet potatoes, shaved brussels sprouts, bacon jam
CRAB CAKE$38.00
garlic mashed potatoes, zucchini, tartar sauce
BRONZED SWORDFISH$38.00
mashed potatoes, green beans, BBQ butter
BELL EVANS CHICKEN$28.00
mashed potatoes, green beans, BBQ butter
DARK STORMY PORK CHOP$32.00
garlic mashed potatoes, green beans, bacon jam
BLACKENED SHRIMP TACOS$29.00
avocado, black beans, charred pineapple, spicy mayo, wild rice pilaf, rum runner slaw
FISH & CHIPS$34.00
Beer battered cod, house cut steak fries, rum runner slaw, pineapple rum tartar sauce
JERK MAHI TACOS$29.00
Avocado, mango habanero salsa, pickled onions, lime aioli, wild rice pilaf, rum runner slaw

Certified Angus Beef

NY STRIP$44.00
fingerling potatoes, green beans, demi-glace
FILET MIGNON$49.00
garlic mashed potatoes, petite carrots, crispy onions, demi-glace
SHORT RIB$38.00
maple glazed, mashed sweet potatoes, roasted root vegetables
USDA PRIME BURGER$22.00
10 oz patty, lettuce, tomato, red onion, brioche bun, pickle, french fries- add cheese $1
VEAL PORTERHOUSE $44.00
14oz, garlic mashed potatoes, brussels sprouts, demi glace
HERB MARINATED SKIRT STEAK$34.00
8oz, sautéed green beans & grape tomatoes, chimichurri

For The Table

add truffle oil 2

Fries$5.00
SWEET POTATO FRIES$6.00
GARLIC MASHED POTATOES$6.00
WILD RICE PILAF$10.00
CANDIED SWEET POTATOES$12.00
PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED ASPARAGUS$12.00
balsamic glaze, pecorino
HONEY ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS$14.00
pancetta
TEMPURA GREEN BEANS$14.00
lime aioli

Notes

GF gluten free GFA | gluten free available VA | vegan available

Please note a 2.5% service charge will be added to all sales. The fee is waived for all cash transactions.
A 20% voluntary gratuity will be added for parties of 8 or more. The amount of gratuity is at your discretion & may be changed.

What 2,684 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Monmouth
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Rum Runner offers a "beautiful location with fantastic views" and a "gorgeous setting" along the Shrewsbury River, making it a popular spot for special occasions. Guests appreciate the "attentive and friendly staff" and consistently commend the "delicious food and drinks." While some diners experience service delays, the "excellent atmosphere" and "memorable dining experiences" keep patrons returning.

2,684 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best Seafood Restaurants on the East Coast-
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OpenTable Diner
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice brunch in a beautiful setting, excellent service, great drinks, food for the most part very good except for my steak and eggs, asked for rare got medium well, all good though.
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aidan
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Filet Mignon was one of the best I've ever had....cheesecake for dessert may have actually been the best I've ever had. Food was outstanding! First time visiting, but I'll be back.
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ed
Philadelphia13 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was great the food came out in perfect timing. First App's. Then when finished our dinners came out after a nice time period Everything was cook to our liking
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Michael
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful views of the Navesink make this the perfect venue to meet and celebrate with family and friends. Excellent lunch menu offer wide range of food choices and service is courteous and pleasant
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Vanessa VIP
New York City22 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious appetizers, great cocktails and yummy lunch menu. Very nice ambiance for all occasions. Our server, Gabriel, was very efficient and friendly.
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Mary Ellen VIP
New York City23 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a fun dinner celebrating a family birthday. Nice ambience on the water. Service was fabulous and our excellent server made the night, even making time to amuse the restless toddler at our table as place was not busy due to rainy night. Unfortunately food was pretty mediocre -- several of us had the linguine w attitude-- both with and without spice, and was essentially tasteless both ways. Bisque was good but needed to be served hotter. We love the bar at rum runner and in future may stick to drinks.
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Kate
Greater Boston14 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful meal. Just outstanding!! My husband had the swordfish and I had the butternut squash ravioli. Absolutely delicious. Great dining experience from start to finish. Beautiful views!! We’ll be back!! Our waitress, Lara, was terrific!!
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Christopher
New Jersey17 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great brunch with close friends. Always a great experience. Food, service, atmosphere all fantastic.
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Frank VIP
Atlantic City13 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Second time dining there and while the first time was great. This past time left much to be desired. We went early for dinner so we could pick from their regular menu and not the prefixed Valentine’s Day menu. Service was slow. We were looking forward to their bread basket which was warm and fresh the first time. This time the bread seemed baked too far ahead and just reheated. My wife order the filet well done and it came out very rare which totally ruined her appetite. Service was slow and we waited a long time for our food. They also put us at a table which was very small I guess they really wanted to pack in as many people as the could, but we barely had enough room for our plates and the bread board. Very disappointing Valentines dinner. I purposely picked Rum Runner because it was so fantastic the first time we went so it was very disappointing that service and food were so bad on such a romantic night.
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FAQs

The Rum Runner offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 842-2894.

The Rum Runner is rated 4.6 stars by 2684 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

816 Ocean Ave, Sea Bright, NJ 07760

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Sea Bright
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Click here to schedule your Uber today.https://www.uber.com/ride/Parking in our lot is limited. Sea Bright does offer public lots as well. Please plan accordingly.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Daniel Kane
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.mcloonesrumrunner.com/
Phone number
(732) 842-2894
Catering
Off Site Catering Orders are accepted. Please check out our website for additional information. <br />
Private party facilities
The Rum Runner has multiple private event spaces with varying availability and minimums.

The Rum Runner

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Wine Wednesdays!

Ala Carte Brunch

Brunch with The Bunny

Happy Hour

Dark + Stormy Pork Chop

Coconut Shrimp

Goat Cheese Fritters

Appetizers

CHEF'S SELECTION OF BREAD$6.00

CHEESE BOARD$30.00

DARK STORMY WINGS$15.00

PARMESAN GARLIC WINGS$16.00

PROSCIUTTO FLATBREAD$20.00

GOAT CHEESE FRITTERS$16.00

COCONUT SHRIMP$17.00

MOJITO MUSSELS$20.00

ISLAND STYLE CALAMARI$18.00

LOBSTER GUACAMOLE$28.00

SPICY AHI TUNA NACHOS $22.00

OCTOPUS CEVICHE$22.00

JERK CHICKEN LETTUCE CUPS$18.00

Raw Bar

SHRIMP COCKTAIL$18.00

LONG ISLAND BLUE POINT OYSTERS

LITTLE NECK CLAMS

CHILLED SAMPLER$36.00

RUM RUNNER SAMPLER$68.00

Soup

SHRIMP LOBSTER BISQUE$14.00

SEAFOOD CHOWDER$14.00

FRENCH ONION$12.00

Salads

CAESAR$14.00

BETTY$12.00

AUTUMN KALE$16.00

CHOPPED$12.00

WINTER WEDGE$16.00

COBB$18.00

STEAK & BURRATA$24.00

Pasta & Risotto

BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAVIOLI$32.00

LINGUINE WITH ATTITUDE$32.00

LOBSTER MAC N' CHEESE$32.00

SEAFOOD RISOTTO$42.00

SWEET POTATO GNOCCHI$28.00

Mains

PAN SEARED SALMON$30.00

GRILLED SWORDFISH$36.00

CRAB CAKE$38.00

BRONZED SWORDFISH$38.00

BELL EVANS CHICKEN$28.00

DARK STORMY PORK CHOP$32.00

BLACKENED SHRIMP TACOS$29.00

FISH & CHIPS$34.00

JERK MAHI TACOS$29.00

Certified Angus Beef

NY STRIP$44.00

FILET MIGNON$49.00

SHORT RIB$38.00

USDA PRIME BURGER$22.00

VEAL PORTERHOUSE $44.00

HERB MARINATED SKIRT STEAK$34.00

For The Table

Fries$5.00

SWEET POTATO FRIES$6.00

GARLIC MASHED POTATOES$6.00

WILD RICE PILAF$10.00

CANDIED SWEET POTATOES$12.00

PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED ASPARAGUS$12.00

HONEY ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS$14.00

TEMPURA GREEN BEANS$14.00

Notes

Please note a 2.5% service charge will be added to all sales. The fee is waived for all cash transactions.

Overall ratings and reviews

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