Mr. Shrimp, Belmar, NJ: A Restaurant Review

Mr. Shrimp Restaurant, Belmar, NJ. A dining review

Mr. Shrimp
1608 Hwy 71
Belmar, NJ

Mr. Shrimp: Restaurant Highlights

Fare:  Seafood

Price: Moderate

Food Quality: Good, Fresh seafood, well-executed preparation

Service: Friendly. though spotty.

Ambiance/Decor: Simply decorated with hand painted seafood murals, brightly lit, an open ceiling, and hard wood flooring.

Overall Rating:  2 Stars

Note: Four star Rating System from 1/2 stars = poor to Four stars = Best in Class

Noise Level: Moderate - High

Dress: Casual

Recommended For: Budget conscious, seafood loving diners who enjoy a BYOB with a reasonably price menu without all the upscale fine dining amenities.

Not Recommended For: Diners who enjoy dining in an an upscale setting with an eclectic menu.

Recommended dishes: When available,The Lobster Tail dinner; The Hot & Spicy Shrimp; and The Shrimp Parmesan.

Alcohol : BYOB

Mr. Shrimp is a casual, family-style seafood restaurant popular with locals who come to enjoy a BYOB serving fresh seafood at a reasonable price.

Owned and operated by Vincent Petruzziello, the restaurant seats 100+ and features a raw bar and dining area simply decorated with hand-painted seafood murals, brightly lit, an open ceiling, and hardwood flooring.

The menu is seafood-centric with a variety of raw bar, soups, sandwiches, starters, and entrees. For carnivores, there is a limited selection of chicken and steak entrees. There is also a seafood market with a large amount of fresh seafood for takeout.

The value is good and served with ample portions: They are a notch above in quality and food preparation compared to many other Jersey Shore traditional menu seafood restaurants in this class/category.

Service is friendly. though spotty.

Mr. Shrimp is open seven/days a week for lunch and dinner
On-site parking available

(updated: September 2024)

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