Atlantic Highlands is a small, yet upscale, town on the shores of Sandy Hook Bay. The gently rolling hills and quaint charm of the many restored Victorian-era homes may evoke the feeling that you have stepped back in time. Visitors to the area can enjoy historic walking tours, take in a show at the Classic Movie Theatre, bike over 25 miles of paths or shop at the downtown boutiques. While the town offers many of its own restaurants, there are also many nearby Atlantic Highlands to enjoy.
Doris & Ed's Restaurant is in the nearby town of Highlands and specializes in contemporary seafood. Diners should enjoy the view of the Manhattan skyline as they relax in the 100-year-old restored inn. Wine connoisseurs are greeted with a menu of over 315 imported and domestic wines and are sure to find one that perfectly complements their meal. Those with a hungry appetite may wish to consider ordering from the prix fixe menu, offering three courses for a set price. Contemporary seafood entrees to choose from include pan-tossed John Dory with carrot puree and miso beurre rouge and roasted diver scallops with creamed lentils wilted organic spinach and truffle vinaigrette. Those who are not fans of seafood have a variety of beef, lamb, veal, pork and chicken entrees from which to choose.
Doris & Ed's Restaurant
348 Shore Drive
Highlands, NJ 07732
(732) 872-1565
dorisandeds.com
One town over from Atlantic Highlands is Highlands, home to Chilangos Mexican Restaurant. The restaurant offers a variety of Mexican favorites in a family-friendly atmosphere. Start your meal with an appetizer of tostadas, shrimp tropical, spicy chicken wings or thin-crust Mexican pizza. Vegetarians will find many menu selections in which they can partake, including the vegetarian burrito, spinach quesadilla and vegetarian chimichanga. Entrees for meat-eaters include chicken fajitas, chicken and chorizo quesadilla and burrito marinero. Enjoy a pre- or post-dinner margarita. A kids menu is available.
Chilangos Mexican Restaurant
272 Bay Ave.
Highlands, NJ 07732
(732) 708-0505
chilangosnj.net
Belford, New Jersey is in close proximity to Atlantic Highlands and is home to Middletown Pizza. Specializing in pizza, subs and other Italian fare, the casual restaurant offers eat-in, carry out or delivery options. Those craving a sub will find numerous choices on the menu including tuna, turkey, salami, ham and capicola. Hot subs choices range from Cali chicken cutlet and pepper and eggs to meatball Parmesan and sausage and peppers. Pizzas, calzones and strombolis with all the traditional toppings and fillings also are available. Online ordering is available. Check its website for coupons and special promotions.
Middletown Pizza
80 Leonardville Road
Belford, NJ 07718
(732) 787-5400
middletownpizzasubs.com
