Bar & grills

The Tavern

4.0 631 reviews 12:00 AM - 8:00 PM 29 New Bridge Rd, Ocean View, NJ 08230, United States

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The Tavern is a vibrant bar and grill nestled at 29 New Bridge Rd in Ocean View, NJ. Since new ownership in March 2025, this establishment has garnered glowing reviews for its consistent, quality food and exceptional service. Diners rave about the inviting atmosphere, making it a wonderful spot for both casual outings and special occasions. Patrons enjoy highlights like the Firecracker shrimp and the richly cheesy French onion soup, showcasing the kitchen's knack for flavor and creativity. The Pork Italiano is another standout, with its perfectly toasted roll and well-seasoned meat elevating a classic dish. The Tavern also excels in those comfort food favorites—like their large chicken parmesan platter and satisfying cheesesteaks—ensuring that every meal is a fulfilling experience. With friendly staff eager to provide top-notch service, many guests express their intent to return. The Tavern's attention to customer satisfaction is evident, as seen in reviews praising the hot, fresh meals that arrive promptly from the kitchen. Whether you're grabbing a quick bite or dining with family, The Tavern promises a delightful culinary adventure combined with a cozy bar ambiance. If you haven't stopped by yet, make it a priority to experience this local gem!

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Amenities & More

Service options

Outdoor seating
Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in
Delivery

Highlights

Fast service
Great beer selection
Great cocktails
Great dessert
Great wine list
Serves local specialty
Sports

Popular for

Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining

Dining options

Lunch
Dinner
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service

Amenities

Bar onsite
Restroom

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy

Crowd

Family-friendly
Groups
Tourists

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with The Tavern before visiting.

Reviews for The Tavern

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Review highlights

Based on 631 reviews

The Tavern has garnered positive public feedback highlighting its welcoming bar and grill atmosphere combined with consistently flavorful meals. Patrons frequently praise the attentive, friendly service and the quality of dishes such as shrimp, wings, pasta, and classic comfort foods. Many reviewers appreciate the freshness and proper seasoning of the food served hot without relying on warming lights. The recent change in ownership has been well received, with the new team, including the chef, commended for their culinary skills and drive to enhance the menu, including potential gluten-free options. Overall, The Tavern is recognized as a reliable spot for enjoyable dining experiences, attracting repeat customers and strong recommendations.

Jan Screnci

May 19, 2025

Enjoyed a delicious meal with outstanding service. Our meals arrived at our table, nice and hot!!! (Did Not sit under a warming light). Will go back frequently.

Tisha Dougherty

May 12, 2025

Firecracker shrimp are amazing! The French onion soup is so tasty with tons of melted cheese on top . My daughter got the boneless wings, she loved them and I got the Pork Italiano which was fantastic, the roll was so fresh and toasted to perfection and the meat was seasoned perfectly. Environment is a bar/restaurant setting. Our waitress was a sweetheart. Overall great experience.

Robert Steimle

Apr 11, 2025

New Owners as of March 26th, 2025! Great food and service! Love everything here! Always good! Always friendly! I hope we see some new gluten-free and celiac safe options on the new menu!

Joanne Gahr

Apr 04, 2025

First time visit to this lovely restaurant. My grandson and I enjoyed lunch.... the large chicken parmesan platter was amazing, as was my cheesesteak. We also took home an order of wings which were so good!. The staff, especially our waitress, was very friendly and couldn't do enough for us. We will definitely be back and highly recommend The Tavern!

Tammy Fiedler

Mar 31, 2025

New owners are awesome!! Chef Jay and team are doing great!! Sampled the Pasta with Bolognese sauce i will say Excellent Jay!! Doing great things!!!!

Ovrlrd

Mar 18, 2025

I hadn’t been here in over five years, but with the new owners taking over, I knew it was time to give it another shot—and I’m so glad I did. From the moment we walked in, the service was outstanding. Despite it being a busy Friday night, we were seated quickly and treated with genuine hospitality. The bartender who greeted us, the gentleman who seated us, and especially our waitress—all were friendly, attentive, and clearly cared about the experience. The food was absolutely delicious. A complete turnaround from what I remember years ago. I was not only pleasantly surprised but truly impressed. It’s clear the new ownership has brought a serious commitment to quality. Mark my words—this place is on its way to becoming a local staple once again. Kudos to the new owners and their fantastic staff!

Zero Zero

Mar 06, 2025

Food and service awesome :)) welcome back !!! They have it right ! Food awesome food and drink :))) lets do this again :))

Bill Felton

Feb 24, 2025

Wow!! Tonight we tried the Seaville Tavern for the 1st time since the new owners took over. I had the very best crab cake sandwich that I’ve ever had and my wife had the broiled sea scallops. Both meals were outstanding and the service was impeccable! Highly recommend!