Longtime Middletown Restaurant Closes

But new owners are taking over the space and intend to re-open the restaurant in August.

'Italian Sushi' Would Be Invented In New Jersey

Who needs rice and soy sauce when you've got a creamy, salty roll-up of fresh burrata, fig and prosciutto?

Gabriella's Italian Steakhouse Owner Opens Madison Modern Social, And Our Little Secret

The owner of Gabriella's Italian Steakhouse also opened a new nightlife spot, Madison Modern Social in Old Bridge.

MJ's Abruptly Closes Its Original Tinton Falls Location

Saturday, Feb. 28 was their last day of business.

Monmouth County Restaurant Named Best Restaurant Of The Year 2026, By USA Today

Food reviewers say the month it takes to wait for a reservation is worth it. Stroll down their romantic alley.

Mule Barn Tavern On Sandy Hook Donated $11,000 To Middletown Veterans Village

The town will use the $11,000 to build an outdoor gathering space, including grills, a fire pit and outdoor seating.

New Indian Restaurant Now Open In Highlands

Sea & Sand Indian Fusion, at 231 Bay Avenue in Highlands, just opened:

David Burke's THE GOAT In Union Beach Permanently Closed

The restaurant is permanently closed and will not be reopening.

Middletown McDonald's Reopens, With Modern Look And Bigger Drive-Thru

"We've been (talking) with the corporation, believe it or not, since 2005 to get this restaurant remodeled," said Rt. 35 McDonald's owner.

2 Middletown Restaurants In Battle Over Rights To Dishes

Luigi's says Tatum's Table is selling Italian dishes only Luigi's is allowed to sell at Lincroft Grove, a clause written into its lease.

15 Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In Middletown

Eagles vs. Chiefs, let's go. Here's Patch's round-up of the best places to watch the big game Feb. 9. Kickoff is 6:30 p.m. in New Orleans.

Middletown Shake Shack Announces Opening Date

This is the area's brand-new Shake Shack at 1449 Rt. 35, the former location of the Moe's Southwest Grill, which closed in the past year.

Portnoy Reviews Panko Pizza In Middletown, Plus Nearby Pizzerias

Portnoy stopped by Panko Pizza on Rt. 35 July 28, where he was stunned you could get a whole pie for $10.

New Breakfast/Brunch Spot Opening Soon In Lincroft

Tatum’s Table​ breakfast/brunch/lunch should open by the end of June in Lincroft Grove (650 Newman Springs Road​):

Siren's Seafood Owners: We Have No Idea What Caused Fire

One of the owners said the Middletown fire marshal has not even told them yet what caused the fire.

David Burke Launches 'The Goat Boat' Dinner Cruise June 9

Burke said the idea to offer a dinner cruise is a collaboration between him and Teal Cruises owner Rich Moore, in Atlantic Highlands:

Ross Brewing One-Year Birthday Party Cooking Contest This Saturday

Make anything you want, food or dessert, with one rule: Somewhere in your recipe you must use a Ross beer as an ingredient. Noon Saturday.

All 110 Restaurants In Jersey Shore Restaurant Week 2024

Get ready to lick your lips and enjoy! Jersey Shore Restaurant Week 2024 kicks off this Friday, April 19 and runs through April 28.

Middletown's Ross Brewing Hosts First-Ever Chili Cookoff Contest

Think you've got a great chili recipe? Enter it next weekend at the first-ever Chili Cook-off Contest. Nick Ditri of Disco Fries is a judge:

Our Favorite Places To Watch The Big Game In Middletown

We don't yet know which NFL teams will make it to the big game on Feb. 11, but it's not too early to scout the best places to watch:

Yup, A Shake Shack Is Coming To Middletown

The Moe's Southwest Grill​ in Middletown Plaza quietly closed in the last few weeks of 2023, and a Shake Shack is moving in.

These Monmouth Co. Restaurants Expanded Happy Hour This December

Happy hour is an affordable way to enjoy normally high-end restaurants such as Red Horse in Rumson and Drifthouse in Sea Bright:

Middletown's Ross Brewery Hosts Eco-Trivia Night This Saturday

Come to an eco-trivia night this Saturday, Nov. 11 in Belford that benefits Save Coastal Wildlife and the Plastic Wave Project.

Rosie's Pizza Of Point Pleasant Beach Opens Middletown Location

Middletown: You can soon get a slice of pizza, a Booskerdoo cappuccino and Nicholas Creamery ice cream all right next door to each other.

Middletown's 2 Breweries In Belford Host Oktoberfest Events

From Sept. 28 - Oct. 1, Belford Brewing and Ross will both have German oompah bands on site and new German/Bavarian craft beers:

'Grown In Monmouth' Restaurant Week Sept. 22-30

The following local restaurants will serve at least one dish that uses only ingredients grown here in Monmouth County:

Zoni's Pizza In Middletown Again Gives Away Free Pies Sept. 12-Oct. 12

From Sept. 12 - Oct. 12, Zoni's on Rt. 35 in Middletown will give away a free large margherita pizza to customers, no purchase necessary.

Almost Home Will Open At Little Red Store In Middletown

This will be the fifth location for the popular Almost Home coffee, baked goods and more, which started in 2021 in Lincroft:

New Mule Barn Tavern On Tip Of Sandy Hook Opens At 11 A.M. Friday

The brand-new Mule Barn Tavern​ on Sandy Hook will officially open to the public Friday:

David Burke Invites Guests To Blindfolded 'Dinners In The Dark'

David Burke's "Dinner in the Dark" series is offered Wednesday night at Red Horse in Rumson and July 28 at The Goat:

Dogs Now Allowed Outside At 2 David Burke Restaurants

Starting next Wednesday, June 21 you can bring your dog during happy hour to Red Horse in Rumson and to THE GOAT in Union Beach.

Middletown's Ross Brewing Hosts Father's Day Craft Fair Saturday

Stop by the brewery from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. to check out the offerings from local artisans and vendors. 909 Main Street in Port Monmouth.

Patriotic-Themed Dessert Contest At Middletown's Ross Brewing

Bring your best homemade patriotic dessert Sunday afternoon to the brewery in Belford:

What Middletown's Newest Brewery, Ross Brewing, Is Like

On a balmy Friday night, Ross Brewery is the place to be. The live band stops playing at 9, so hurry up and get on over to Belford:

Mule Barn Tavern Coming To Tip Of Sandy Hook

A building that used to be the old mule barn at Sandy Hook’s Fort Hancock is being turned into a bar/restaurant:

New Brewery Opens Friday In Belford Section Of Middletown

Ross Brewing is located next to the Belford Co-op and is NJ's first waterfront brewery —​ you can pull your boat right up to the dock.

Shamrock Shake Returns To Middletown-Area McDonald's

The seasonal cult favorite has returned to McDonald's. Here’s how to get your minty green fix before it's gone:

NJ Applebee's Says Kids Eat Free, In Response To Bans Elsewhere

Applebee's restaurants in New Jersey are seizing on last week's move by a Tinton Falls restaurant to ban kids, by serving kids for free:

Tinton Falls Italian Restaurant Bans Children Under Age 10

Starting March 8, children under 10 will not be admitted into Nettie's Spaghetti in Tinton Falls. But is it legal?

Middletown Restaurants Open For Thanksgiving Day 2022

Don't feel like spending hours in the kitchen? There are the Monmouth County restaurants that will serve a Thanksgiving Day feast:

American Barbecue Styles: A State-By-State Guide

Meat expert Johnny Prime breaks down the country's distinct barbecue styles, from Kansas City burnt ends to North Carolina pulled pork.

The Secrets To Crafting A Great Burger

NYC meat expert Johnny Prime is here to help you step up your burger game this summer.

The Ultimate Guide To Cooking Steak

NYC butcher Johnny Prime explains how to grill, sear, broil and roast steaks to perfection, just in time for Memorial Day Weekend.