The Diving Horse — Restaurant in Avalon

My wife and I spent Labor Day weekend down the shore, and The Diving Horse was once again the highlight of our trip. We had first gone earlier in the summer and loved it so much that we knew we had to come back. It was just as amazing the second time.

I ordered the steak, which was perfectly cooked, tender, and full of flavor. My wife had the Chicken Milanese, and it was just as incredible. The breading was light and crisp, the chicken was juicy, and the whole dish felt fresh and balanced.

The atmosphere and service made it even better. The restaurant has that perfect mix of relaxed shore energy with a touch of sophistication, and the staff was so welcoming and attentive.

It’s rare to find a place that makes you excited to return within the same season, but The Diving Horse has become exactly that for us. It’s a true gem and one we’ll make a tradition...

Went to Diving Horse on a Sunday night for a last minute dinner with our party of 3. Little did we know, we would be treated to an evening filled with laughter, delicious food, and great service and company found in our server with the mostest, CHRISSY! Chrissy made our Diving Horse experience feel like a personal dinner party between old friends. She was attentive, had great knowledge of TILE FISH and the whole menu, and was so kind. We had one of the outside communal tables to ourselves, which left plenty of room for the friendly staff (shoutout Hannah!) to banter with us and make great recommendations. The food was delicious as always, though we thoroughly enjoyed the fried green tomatoes, tuna crudo starter, and the much beloved Kit Kat. All in all, it was the perfect night! A summer must-have, ask...

They need a grownup to manage the restaurant. Four of us had dinner there Saturday evening. The waiter dropped olive oil on my husbands pants. The server was eager to remove appetizer plates when our fourth was still eating. By dessert my husband was literally wearing it. Another server dropped dessert down his back. I would have like to see more concern on the part of management. The wait staff just seems to hurry you out with no regard to the dining experience. The food is good but the service is terrible. These young people need training. You can tell the restaurants at the beach that have veteran wait staff and this is not one of them. My suggestion to diners is to wear something that is wash and wear and...