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re: IPlayWithMud
You people are all crazy. Best places in Asbury regardless of price are Carmines for a great New World Italian, Market in the Mdl for lunch and cheap but fun dinner, Harrisons, and moonstruck are played out and over priced for what they serve. YOu can also try Manhattan Steak House in Ocean Twp on 35 South between West Park ave and deal road. Awsome place, awsome food and good wine list. Mr. C's on the oceanfront in Allenhurst is great too, great view, good food, fun people around, although I would say the wine list is lacking. But I still love the place because I can walk home from there. THere is also an awsome portugese place in long branch on broadway . Pearl of the sea or Pearl on Broadway or something like that but it ios killer. lotsa luck
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Taka, Brickwall and Moonstruck are really good. Market and the Harrison are decent but overpriced. Bistro Ole is dead... Old Man Rafferty's and Carmine's are a few steps above Olive Garden or Fridays. You can also go over the lake to Ocean Grove to Captain Jack's or into Bradley Beach to Bamboo Leaf, Citrico's or Vic's, for the good value and the best tomato pies.
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I'm supprised that no one has mentioned Moonstruck in Asbury, as it is on of the best restaurants in all of Jersey. Forget the Harrison and Market in the Middle. You simply can't go wrong with TAKA - I've eaten there at least a dozen times in the past two years and it is always enjoyable. Carmine's is good as well on main street. Bistro Ole
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re: foodreview
bgut1
Oct 28, 2007 05:07 AM
That's pretty harsh foodreview. While I don'[t disagree that its service is at time disjointed and some food items miss the mark, I don't think Market "stinks" or is even "mediocre". While it may not be deserving of it hype, I believe the food is quite good especially if you know what to order. Case in point the ribs and the tuna entree are excellent.
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re: bgut1
I agree. Market is not the best in Asbury (Moonstruck and Bistro are my favs), but for the atmosphere and cocktails, it is a good spot.
I would vote for Sister Sue's. It's excellent, cheap, and BYO. So stop
by a local wine/beer shop, select a good dry to sweet white wine, or a microbrew, and dive in.I also don't think Bistro is overrated. In fact, I think the right term is that it has changed chefs, and the quality has gone down. In its prime, however, it was worth every Zagat point.
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re: bjsimmons
We've been to Moonstruck twice (both times during the holiday season) and both times were fabulous experiences - great food, pleasant/professional service, amazing cocktails and lovely piano entertainment - they're specials are fantastic as well - try their lemon ginger martini - it's to die for! Can't wait to go back this Christmas!
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Angelina
Oct 24, 2007 06:23 AM
I really have not had too many great meals in Asbury. Bistro Ole was o.k. last year when I went. Maybe someone lese can fill you in, but on the way there on Route 35 South in Cobblestone Village there is a great Italian restaurant.
Piccolo Italia. I have never had a bead meal here yet. Follow the link and see if you like!
Have fun!!! It is in the town of Ocean.
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re: Angelina
bgut1
Oct 24, 2007 07:58 AM
While I agree with Angelina that Piccola is the best in the area, I do think there are more than several decent and servicable restaurants in AP. Ones that I'e tried and liked include: Market in the Middle, Taka, Jimmy's, Old Man Rafferty's and Sister Sues. I too am not a fan of Bistro Ole but the masses seem to disagree. Others that I've wanted to try include Plan B, Carmine's and Isabella's. So there you go. Good Luck and let us know how it goes.
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