6 Awesome Jersey Shore Restaurants to Eat Outside

The warm weather has arrived and everyone is jonesing to spend as much time outside as possible! It's the season to dine al fresco, and there are some awesome places at the Jersey Shore to do just that!

Here are just a few suggestions:

1
Inlet Cafe, Highlands
A lot of times the Bayshore area seems to be the 'hidden gem' of the Jersey Shore...it's a beautiful area, and on a clear day, you get the awesome view of Sandy Hook Bay with the city in the background! Head to the deck at Inlet Cafe for awesome eats with a view!
2
The Belmonte, Red Bank
If you're not as particular about the view and just want to chow down in the open air, Red Bank has a ton of outdoor dining options. The Belmonte (formerly Red) has a great small plates menu, or head next door to Catch, across the street to The Bistro, or down Monmouth Street to Teak...all delicious options!
3
Moonstruck, Asbury Park
Moonstruck is a beautiful restaurant serving up delicious food. When the weather warms up, enjoy a meal out on the patios overlooking Wesley Lake in Ocean Grove.
4
River Rock, Brick
River Rock also overlooks the Manasquan River, and after you dine out on the patio, you can head down to the tiki bar to really feel that summer spirit!
5
Jack Baker's Wharfside, Point Pleasant Beach
Overlooking the Manasquan River, Jack Baker's Wharfside or The Shrimp Box are both serving up a ton of options, especially for seafood lovers!
6
Federici's, Freehold
Head inland to downtown Freehold for plenty of options from the legendary Federici's, to the upscale Metropolitan Cafe, to low-key Court Jester...Main St. is always booming when the weather warms up!

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