Experience the Best Outdoor Scenic
Dining in New Jersey

Battelo
Jersey City, NJ
A favorite among those who appreciate upscale dining with a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere, this restaurant offers outdoor seating on the patio. One of its dining rooms features expansive doors that open up to reveal a breathtaking sunset view of the lower Manhattan skyline.

Cafe Matisse
Rutherford, NJ
An upscale fine dining destination, perfect for celebrating special occasions or enjoying an intimate romantic evening. Experience the elegance of the "Secret Garden," a lush outdoor oasis with enchanting fountains. For those dining indoors, floor-to-ceiling windows offer a stunning view of the garden's beauty.

Focacceria Ristorante
Liberty Corner, NJ
A favorite among diners seeking delicious homemade Italian cuisine in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Housed in a historic Colonial home dating back to the 1800s, it attracts patrons who appreciate Al-Fresco Dining.

 The Highlawn
Eagle Rock Reservation
West Orange, NJ
A premier dining destination in Northern New Jersey, offering stunning views of the New York City skyline and Eagle Rock Park. Savor lunch or dinner on the patio, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and a star-lit sky.

 Liberty House
Jersey City, NJ
A go-to destination for special celebrations, romantic dinners, and relaxed Sunday brunches—without the fuss of formal fine dining. Enjoy stunning views of the Jersey City and Manhattan skylines, including the Freedom Tower. For an extra special experience, dine outdoors on the terrace.

Maritime Parc Restaurant
Jersey City, NJ
A premier destination restaurant perfect for celebrating romantic occasions or special events in a stylish, modern setting. Enjoy breathtaking waterfront views of the Jersey City skyline and marina. In the warmer months, dine al fresco on a spacious stone patio, offering stunning vistas of the water and marina.

 Restaurant Latour
Crystal Springs Resort
Hamburg, NJ
Nestled within the 4,000-acre Crystal Springs Resort, this upscale Alpine-themed retreat offers a breathtaking dining experience. Enjoy outdoor seating on the patio with stunning views of the Kittatinny Mountains, stretching toward the Delaware Water Gap and Pennsylvania. For an unforgettable ambiance, arrive in time to witness the sunset painting the mountains in golden hues.

 Avenue Restaurant
Pier Village
Long Branch, NJ
Elegance and energy in a restaurant are not often found on the Jersey Shore. Avenue is the exception. This upscale, oceanfront restaurant in the Pier Village area of Long Branch is all about ambiance with a trendy, Jersey Shore feeling. In the warmer months, dine al fresco, on the deck facing the beach and ocean.

Amelia's By The Sea
Spring Lake, NJ
A upscale restaurant offering a creative, contemporary Italian menu with breathtaking outdoor views. Guests can enjoy year round dining on the temperature controlled, wraparound porch, overlooking the stunning oceanfront.

Erini
Ewing, NJ
A sophisticated yet relaxed restaurant offering a thoughtfully crafted and beautifully presented menu. The outdoor dining patio, open weather permitting, is adorned with lush greenery and vibrant plants. In the evening, it transforms into a magical setting, illuminated by twinkling lights, with space heaters providing warmth on cooler late spring and early fall nights.

The Frog and the Peach Restaurant
New Brunswick, NJ
One of the top fine dining restaurants in New Brunswick, located in a town renowned for its diverse culinary scene. Guests can enjoy outdoor dining in The Garden Room, a semi-outdoor space that is enclosed and heated during the winter and opens up in the summer to welcome refreshing warm-weather breezes.

Klein's Fish Market & Waterside Café
Belmar, NJ
A laid-back waterfront spot offering fresh seafood with a view of the Shark River inlet. Enjoy outdoor dining on the deck, watching fishing boats cruise by beneath vibrant, oversized umbrellas.

Lambertville Station Restaurant
Lambertville, NJ
Lambertville's largest, most popular, and tourist-friendly restaurant, located in a charmingly restored train station at the end of Bridge Street. It offers stunning views of the canal and Delaware River, with the option to dine outdoors on the picturesque canal-side terrace.

Moonstruck Restaurant
Asbury Park, NJ
A premier fine dining destination in Asbury Park, offering an exceptional experience. Enjoy outdoor seating on the front porches of the second and third floors, with stunning views of Wesley Lake and the elegant homes of Ocean Grove.

On The Deck
Atlantic Highlands, NJ
On the Deck is a laid-back restaurant situated on the waterfront near the Sea Streak Ferry terminal, offering stunning views of the marina and the NYC skyline. It's one of the few spots along the Jersey Shore where you can catch a beautiful sunset.

Proving Ground
Highlands, NJ
The Proving Ground restaurant is one of New Jersey's premier waterfront dining spots. The atmosphere is so enchanting, with breathtaking views of the water and sunsets, that even if the food weren't amazing (which it is), you'd still recommend it to all your friends.

The Shrimp Box
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
A laid-back, family-friendly seafood spot offering outdoor seating on the deck with stunning riverfront views. It's one of the top places in Point Pleasant to catch a beautiful sunset. Enjoy fresh, locally sourced seafood without breaking the bank.

Rats Restaurant
Hamilton, NJ
One of Central New Jersey’s most romantic dining spots, this restaurant is nestled within the picturesque Grounds for Sculpture. Enjoy patio seating right by the pond, with serene views of the surrounding gardens. After your meal, take a stroll through the grounds—it’s truly unforgettable. 

The Robinson Ale House
Asbury Park, NJ
The restaurant occupies one of the prime spots on the Asbury Park boardwalk. In the warmer months, guests can enjoy outdoor dining with stunning views of the ocean and beach—plus a perfect perch for people-watching.

Beach Creek Oyster Bar & Grill
Wildwood, NJ
This spot offers the ultimate "Jersey Shore" dining experience, complete with stunning waterfront views. Enjoy the sunset and some prime people-watching as you dine on the outdoor deck.

Deauville Inn
Strathmere, NJ
Nestled on the bay side of Corson’s Inlet, the Deauville Inn offers stunning waterfront and sunset views, making it a rising star among premier dining and resort-style destinations. Blending casual charm with upscale elegance, this 1920s- and ’30s-inspired restaurant is the perfect spot to share a meal with friends and family, relax on the beach, or toast the sunset with a glass of champagne and someone special.

McGlades Restaurant On The Pier
Cape May, NJ
You can't get any closer to the ocean than McGlade's. Located right on the beach — .McGlade's offers a front-row seat to the sea. Enjoy breakfast on the deck with the ocean at your feet and maybe even spot dolphins gliding along the shore.

Ristorante Toscana
Cherry Hill, NJ
Ristorante Toscana is a cherished family-owned treasure, renowned for its authentic regional Italian cuisine and warm, rustic Tuscan atmosphere—an ideal setting for celebrating life’s special moments. Its inviting courtyard, adorned with overhead grapevines, blooming flowers, and a serene waterfall, creates a true Tuscan escape. Widely considered one of South Jersey’s top spots for outdoor patio dining, it offers a dining experience that's as beautiful as it is delicious.

The Surfing Pig
North Wildwood, NJ
The Surfing Pig is North Wildwood’s premier bayfront dining spot, serving up a relaxed Jersey Shore vibe with breathtaking sunset views, nightly live music, a full bar, and a delicious menu featuring slow-smoked BBQ and fresh-caught seafood.

Two Mile Landing - The Crab House and 2 Mile Restaurant and Bar
Wildwood Crest, NJ
This popular family-friendly seafood spot offers a unique experience with two restaurants in one location: The Crab House and 2 Mile Restaurant and Bar. Together, they feature four bars and stunning waterfront views. Set against a backdrop of the marina, inland waterways, and marshlands, it’s the perfect place to enjoy fresh seafood and unforgettable sunsets.

Uries Waterfront Restaurant
Wildwood, NJ
A laid-back seafood spot, this place is one of Wildwood’s top picks for waterfront dining. It’s the perfect place to soak in that classic "Jersey Shore" vibe—kick back with a drink during happy hour, watch the boats cruise by, or stick around for a relaxed, delicious meal.