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   NickDanger

   New York Area

   14 reviews

   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Never had anything less than a very good meal here. Excellent drinks. Few restaurants are so consistent over time. One complaint: in NJ it is legal to tack on a credit card surcharge only if you disclose it up front. We saw no indication until we saw it on the bill. They're not the only restaurant to do this. We'll still be back but the industry needs to address this.

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   kenwhysee

   New York Area

   22 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   22 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall4food4service5ambience5

   Perfect seating near an open window- nice weather, nice evening meal

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   DanielG

   New York Area

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall4food5service5ambience4

   The food was delicious! We had the rib-eye special and some seafood starters. We also had dessert and it was THE BEST vanilla ice cream I have ever had!

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   Foodie

   New York Area

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on August 8, 2022

   overall5food4service5ambience5

   Our waitress Izzy was top notch!!! She was knowledgeable, attentive and very personable. The atmosphere and food were good but she made it a “great” experience.

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   New York Area

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on August 5, 2022

   overall4food4service4ambience4

   Food was good. Service was quick.

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Washington DC

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on August 4, 2022

   overall4food4service3ambience4

   Our son wanted a seafood dinner before he is off to his freshman year at college so we decided on The Bonney Read. We had a reservation and sat right away. However it was almost. 15 minutes before someone came over with water and to take a drink order. I don’t think she was our server but she ended up taking care of us the rest of the night and did a great job. The appetizers were good, the teriyaki steak tip special appetizer was delicious and the salad as well and plenty to share. My husband order3 the mussels for dinner and they were very good and a huge portion. My son had the Cajun shrimp which he devoured. I ordered the fresh catch of the day, Mahi, and was disappointed. It was over cooked and a bit fishy. Overall we were happy with the experience and will return.

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   PhillipP

   Baltimore

   3 reviews

   1.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on August 1, 2022

   overall1food1service1ambience1

   Waitress was slow. Waited 10 minutes for her to greet us and caught an attitude when we told her we’d like to not be rushed. Shrimp cocktail was served before our drinks. The bus boy cleared our salad we were still working on. The wait staff congregated outside behind our table. The hostess sat down on the curb and chatted with 2 waitresses beside our table. Some of the steamed clams had been forced open, we didn’t touch them. The crispy fish tacos were far from crispy, they were oily and heavy. The only thing enjoyable was the dinner rolls. We won’t be returning.

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   puravida

   New York Area

   121 reviews

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   4.0

   121 reviews

   Dined on July 30, 2022

   overall4food4service5ambience4

   Great food and the best service!!!

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   NJElaine

   New York Area

   27 reviews

   3.0

   27 reviews

   Dined on July 30, 2022

   overall3food4service3ambience4

   Great location, nice space, nice raw bar and menu options, good drinks and decent seafood. I say decent because it was basic seafood, nothing fancy or upscale. Service was mixed... hostess talking with coworker and took a bit to acknowledge us. Waiter was attentive but had to ask busser to have appetizer plates cleared. Table had some crumbs on it when we sat. Bottles of tap water for the table were warm. I thought the bill was high for what we got (close to $400 after tip for lunch for 5 with 8 drinks, 3 apps, 1 small plate, 2 orders or tacos, fried clam strips, a lobster roll) but prices probably up with inflation. Annoying that we asked for more bread with the mussels appetizer, and they charged us for a side of bread.

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    DianeM

    New England

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on July 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food was wonderful as usual! Restaurant is our favorite in Asbury Park! Our guests from north Jersey agree!!

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    DianeD

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Awesome food, drinks and service! We will definitely be back!

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    JessAdams

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    Good quality food fairly priced. We sat outside on the sidewalk which was not pretty but quieter than inside.

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13. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious as always!

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    SaraW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Food was fantastic!! Best fish tacos I’ve ever had. The Frosé is amazing!

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    MiMiR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    The food and service at Bonney Read was amazing! We shared many small plates and everything was delicious and fresh. We chose to eat outside, since it was so loud inside. The outside seating was comfortable and we were able to enjoy our meal and hear each other. We will definitely be returning again soon.

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    JoeA

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Michelle was a great server! We for the fried clams and oysters for appetizers, and then had the crab legs boil. It’s work to eat but our daughter loved it!

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food and great atmosphere! Also great service! Kim was our server and everything turned out perfect because of her!

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    MeganM

    New York Area

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The ultimate bloody Mary’s are the best in the world.

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    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Always a great meal here!

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20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 8, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Great good and very cool space!

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    MariaS

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 4, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Bonney Read is a must-try if you are in the Asbury Park vicinity. It is located downtown with a casual atmosphere and offer outdoor seating (weather permitting). The food is outstanding! I've tried many grilled octopus dishes but Bonney Read has one of the best I've had by far. They first braise it, then grill and flash fry and serve on a bed of chorizo hash - it is the perfect complement to the dish and so delicious!

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience2

    The tables were too close to each other. The chairs had food crumbs.

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    Gigi

    Exclusive

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    We had an Ultimate Bloody Mary which was like an appetizer with all the garnishes . Hubby ordered Clam Stew and I the blackened grouper. Both delicious! Izzy( Isabelle ) was such an awesome waitress. So adorable and personable. We had a great experience and enjoyed people watching out our window table seating.

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    SalA

    New York Area

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our home away from home restaurant /bar. The freshest fish you'll get anywhere from clams to Tuna bolognese yes Tuna, to a variety of fish steaks. Oh did I mention the Ribs and Burgers. For a chowder house their meat dishes though few are as good as anywhere else.

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    KeithM

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing place, best clams casino on earth, by far!

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    MaryAnne

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on June 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fresh seafood, tasty and delicious Staff knowledgeable and friendly

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    LuciaR

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food was so good and it place itself had a fun atmosphere

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    AniC

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Good food and quantity and service and menu choice, nice cocktails. Price is slightly higher.

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    AlekseyK

    Atlantic City

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We love this restaurant going almost every Friday in the summertime great food great people definitely recommend it

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    apqueen

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on June 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Haven't dined here in a few years, we didn't love it last time we were there (service and food quality were poor and price was high) so we were hesitant to go back. But we had family in town who wanted lobster and seafood and we couldn't figure a place to go so we took a risk. The risk paid off, the service was fabulous, the food was excellent. We were surprised and would definitely go back again.

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    joelk

    New York Area

    110 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    110 reviews

    Dined on June 5, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great service of superb food and drink’s.

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    crease

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience5

    It’s my go to restaurant in Asbury. It’s consistently good and a great value

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    MissLo

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Regular date for me and my husband

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34. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 4, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Kim our waitress was a rock star

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    TeresaF

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 2, 2022

    overall4food2service4ambience4

    Visited on a Thursday evening for a special occasion and it was a disappointment. Some items not fresh. Ordered the Spanish octopus and I could not cut through it. Tasted one piece and could barely chew it. Waitress quessed it was tough, just by the look on my face. Buratta was not fresh. Bread toasted which usually means its not fresh( charged $3.50 for extra bread). My son's burger was dry. Coleslaw tasted sour. Everyone else said their dishes were good (grouper special, lobster roll (small portion). I had ceasar salad wirh shrimp. I got a bowl of lettuce wirh a couple of croutons and about 5 or 6 small shrimp ($24). Key lime pie tasted like freezer burn. Just a disappointment dining experience. But, the worst part is that by the time I got home I started feeling ill. Can't pun point, but I suspect the shrimp in my salad. Won't recommend

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    Mimi

    New York Area

    50 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Great time. Food was good. Price of oysters was shocking .

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    eatoutalot

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2022

    overall5food5service3ambience3

    Great! Food very good.

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    ken29

    New York Area

    109 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    109 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    I had the tuna and my wife had the salmon. Disappointed with the dessert choices . Nothing gluten-free. Service was attentive and our table was perfect. Somewhat loud however fun just not a romantic place but great energy and awesome bar.

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    CJBo

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Fabulous fresh seafood and our server Justin was great!

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    chuckie

    New York Area

    46 reviews

    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Every thing was excellent up until the octopus! Cocktails, excellent, raw clams and steamed mussels, excellent, blackened fish bites, excellent! The octopus, $28 worth, was like eating dried shoe leather. Why even have it on the menu if you don't know how to prepare it? Almost ruined the whole meal.

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