Manera's Restaurant — Restaurant in Brick Township

We had two different experiences at Manera’s. One was for lunch on a weekday. The food was excellent and a great value.

Two at my table ordered the lemon chicken dish and a third ordered a seafood pasta, everything was outstanding. The complimentary bread they bring to the table was soft and warm with a crisp skin. The house salad is a unique blend of spring mix with some kind of nuts (Brazil?) and a light oil dressing.

The lemon chicken is Flavorful chicken breast meat with a zing of lemon served atop mashed potatoes. It also had broccolini with cheese. Really strong dish.

There was also a coffee and dessert served with the meal. Cheesecake which was rich and delicious. At around $18 I thought it was a very fair price, and an incredible value for the caliber of food served.

The seafood dish I was told was excellent and fresh. I do know it had a wheat pasta. I didn’t get to try it however.

Our waiter was a young gentleman who was good at what he did. Polite, warm, and attentive.

So all of that being said our first experience there was not nearly as good. Granted it was Xmas eve and incredibly busy…

We actually had the same waiter as well!! That night we waited almost 2 hours to get our entree served. This was with reservations of course!! (Waited about 15 mins in lobby area.. and the rest at the table.. albeit with same great bread - 4 rounds.

The staff all looked young that night and the place was slammed. However we weren’t the only table to not get served quickly.

That night we had a calamari app which was excellent. It was roughly 20 mins in which was not bad. The salads and soups (house salads / tomato soup) we’re about 45 mins in.

However the steak entrees and seafood / chicken dishes we ordered took a lot, lot, longer to come out. We had to actually ask if it made sense to pay for the app and find somewhere else to dine.

I really think the BYOB may affect service we saw one guy bring in like 4-5 bottles of wine..

Anyways this is a lesson in giving second chances.. despite our first experience I still stand by the 5 star review.

Hopefully they will continue to improve and we just had a...

Wow — I truly can’t say enough about the exceptional staff and management at Manera’s in Brick. If you’re even considering dining here or hosting an event, stop thinking and just do it. You will not regret it!

My husband and I first discovered Manera’s a few months ago when we came in to celebrate his birthday. The experience was outstanding — from the warm, attentive service to the beautifully prepared, delicious food, everything exceeded our expectations. We left that night already planning our next visit.

So when it came time to choose a venue for my baby shower, Manera’s was at the top of my list — and after comparing multiple places, it was clear that nothing else came close. Not only were the event packages the most reasonably priced, but unlike many other venues, there were no surprise fees or hidden charges. Everything was upfront, honest, and transparent.

From my very first inquiry to the final minutes of packing up after the party, the entire process was effortless, stress-free, and genuinely enjoyable — which is no small feat when you’re planning a big event! A huge shout-out to Eric and Anthony, who went above and beyond at every turn to accommodate our every need. Their professionalism, kindness, and flexibility made all the difference. And the food? Absolutely phenomenal. My guests haven’t stopped raving about it — and let’s be honest, that’s always the part people remember most at any party. Manera’s truly delivered on every level.

We had an amazing time, and I’m already looking forward to planning our next celebration here. Thank you again to the entire team for making my baby shower so special — you turned what could have been a stressful day into a joyful, seamless experience. Highly,...

My husband and I are regular customers at Manera's Restaurant in Brick New Jersey. We were so pleased that we decided to have our special Christmas Eve dinner at Manera's. The ambience was elegant as well as festive. Andrew was more than accommodating regarding our reservation. When we arrived Andrew not only looked professional but is professional in every sense of the word. He gives us a welcoming and warm feeling which is a great way to start our dining experience. Andrew follows through with us by ensuring we are satisfied customers from the time we walk in until the time we leave. The Christmas Eve dinner selection was amazing. The prices and portions were reasonable. The dinners were absolutely delicious! Our server tonight was Joe. Joe is always so friendly, consistent and one of the best servers we ever had. Our orders are always served exactly the way we request. My husband and I dine out often. We were born and raised in New York City and we know good food and restaurants! I highly recommend Manera's Restaurant. From the outstanding service, the cleanliness and the delicious food this place is a great dining experience and definitely reflects the way the restaurant is managed. Also we would like to thank Eric, Gio, Angelina and Matthew for their hard work in making Manera's one of our favorite...