The Reef Club Of Allenhurst — Restaurant in Allenhurst

It’s summed up in one word: wow! The food, ambiance and service were all top notch. Everyone was very nice, friendly and knowledgeable - solid professionalism throughout. Even the bar staff could explain each dish on the menu. Alesia’s mocktails were so tasty, we knew it we be special before we even ordered our dinner. For appetizers we shared the fluke ceviche and the cavatelli pasta dish. The ceviche was perfectly balanced citrus without being sharp, dried corn kernels brought an excellent textural and warm touch. The cavatelli with tender mushrooms bathed in brown butter with sage and parmigiana sauce and a hint of pepper warmth was a dish to be remembered. We also decided to have the tomato and feta salad as a palate cleanse before dinner. It was delicious but nothing so unique to write about. Entrees were the tuna Milanese and the sea bass. Once again, both were so perfectly cooked. My friend raved about the tuna, I only had a bite and could understand why. My sea bass was amazingly moist and tender with just a touch of char on the skin revealing the smoky grilled preparation. This dinner was truly a step above in every way. Desserts looked great but we opted to go for a walk before having one someplace else. I can’t wait to have some next time - we will...

The Reef Club is appointed and operating on a level the Jersey Shore hasn't seen before. The service is absolutely top-shelf—attentive, knowledgeable, a first-class operation and genuinely welcoming. The food is equally impressive; the amberjack ceviche was, without a doubt, some of the best I've ever had. Everything coming out of the kitchen and from the bar was top-line, fresh and delicious—without trying too hard. The opulent outdoor space, with its European aesthetic, truly transports you. While the plastic shrubs at the seaside entrance (may be temporary) don't do it justice and the interior isn't open yet, the experience is already magnificent. This is an entirely different caliber from other local venues so expect the pricing to follow suit. While places like Pier Village and Red Bank have their charms, The Reef Club’s oceanfront property sets a new standard for the Jersey Shore. I'm eagerly awaiting the inside to be finished and can already picture the yachts pulling up with dinghie service... One has to wonder if the serene seaside community of Allenhurst is ready for this type of venue, but I am curious to see this...

My wife and I went there for dinner and had a great seat right by the ocean. I ordered the tuna off the menu and my wife had the mahi special. My tuna With all the fixings was so good not a spec was left on my plate.🍣 We split the Tres Leche for dessert. My wife and I both agreed it was the best we had ever had, and that saying a lot because we usually order it if it’s available for dessert. We look forward to coming back when the...