Family owned and operated since 1917. A NJ favorite for fresh local seafood Lobsters and German Cuisine. Founder John ”Jack” Bahrs, the grandson of a tall ship captain, and wife Florence, had their beginning in the Dutch Neck section of Newark where they owned and operated a small neck tie manufacturing business. The family was interested in Highlands and, after a robbery and their silk supply and finished neckties, they cemented their resolve to move to Highlands. They purchased a small boat rental business on Cedar Street that they operated in the summer and went back to work in Newark for the off-season. In 1917, they purchased the beached houseboat at this location, moved the rental boats over and started cooking up chowder.
No-frills joint serving straightforward seafood dishes in a nautical-themed space since 1917. Based on 3 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ Delivery
Address:
2 Bay Ave, Highlands, NJ 07732
Phone: (732) 872-1245
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Hours
| Tuesday |
11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday |
11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday |
11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Friday |
11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Saturday |
11:30 AM–9:30 PM |
| Sunday |
11:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Monday |
11:30 AM–9 PM |
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Reviews
Adam Ducoff
Been coming here for decades. I had the lobster bisque soup…perfect! The entree was stuffed flounder. The fish was so fresh, stuffing was huge chunks of crabmeat…my recommendation! Beautiful window view of the marina. The decor inside is the perfect seafood restaurant ambiance you are looking for. Staff is amazing and very friendly. If you’re in the area….get to this place.
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aj a
We had a great dinner last night. Delicious Escargot, Shrimp Cocktail, the fried shrimp was nice and crispy but not overcooked . The Super tail and King Crab legs were perfectly cooked. Service is always wonderful… oh and the drinks were amazing.
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Jason
Love this place! I go every summer and I’m never disappointed. The seafood is always fresh, staff is always great and quick and the location is perfect. A perfect way to start or end the day before or after going to sandy hook beach and laying out in the sand! The drinks are great too! I’m almost happy I don’t live close by because I would just end up spending all my money here! Haha!
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ycl Lee
Friendly establishment with fresh seafood. We went during happy hour at the bar area on a Monday. Plenty of seating and nice atmosphere. We’re planning on revisiting again!
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Jackie Nowak
Cannot go wrong here, have visited many times but not recently. The food has always been good. Had scrumptious clam strips, coleslaw and french fries. Delicious, honest staff too, I left my debit card on the table by accident and the manager brought it over to me as we were leaving. ❤️
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Elizabeth
Everything was great. We sat outdoors, and the atmosphere was so chill.
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Heather Brooke-Ryan
This was our first time eating here. We came in around 2pm on Presidents Day (Monday, 2/20). We were seated right away with a spectacular view of the water. Our waitress came quickly and we explained we needed to order one of the meals to-go. My friend, was having a hard time, deciding between two dishes so she asked for the waitresses opinion. The waitress responded with no additional information than what was stated on the menu, and gave simply said she couldn’t give a recommendation, because everyone was different. This was unexpected and disappointing as we expected a waitress to be able to describe what was good about each dish and why she would recommend each one. This was one of two reasons I gave this restaurant 4 out of 5 instead of a 5 out of 5.
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Kimberly Williams
Started with the cleanest steamers and roasted oysters, thoroughly enjoyed. Entrées of double steamed lobsters and blackened tuna with a crabmeat guacamole. Finished with blueberry crumble. Food was fresh, nicely presented and delicious! Especially the crabmeat guacamole and the blueberry crumble. Celebrated our anniversary dinner here and looking forward to returning to try other menu options. Wonderful menu, great food and our server Gerard was the best!
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Jacqueline Santiago
Wonderful restaurant to enjoy with your loved one and seeing the views. The food is amazing come and give this restaurant a shot after a long day at the beach. Been here twice and will go back again.
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Christine W
Awesome food with awesome views. Depending on what you order it could be pricey. But you’ll leave there satisfied, full, happy, & without any regrets. Go ahead treat yourself. You deserve a good dinner.
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