Red Bank , New Jersey - Visitor Information

Red Bank is the Jersey Shore’s cultural, social and commercial destination. At only an hour’s ride from New York City, by car, train or bus, it’s a fabulous day or weekend trip!

Situated along the southern bank of the Navesink River, this beautiful waterfront town boasts of many gourmet shops, coffeehouses, cafes, specialty shops, restaurants, and a lively nightlife. It is a charming town with beautiful brick sidewalks and Victorian street lamps. The entire town is very walk-able.

Food lovers will enjoy the dining and nightlife scene that rivals New York City’s Greenwich Village, and for shoppers, there is antiquing, art galleries and funky boutiques. A trolley shuttle transports weary shoppers between the heart of Red Bank and the Grove Shopping Mall in Shrewsbury.

For music lovers – there is Count Basie Theatre, named after the legendary jazz pianist that was born here in 1904. Built in 1926, the theatre is a beautiful place to take in a concert or play. The theatre is known for first class entertainment in an intimate setting.

It is also home to the Two River Theatre Company, known for the production of classics, contemporary plays, and innovative education programs in a state of the art theater complex.

There have been several annual festivals held here, The Red Bank International Film Festival and the Two River Film Festival.

In June, the annual “Riverfest” Jazz Festival, held over a three-day period, draws approximately 160,000 visitors. And to the delight of over 150,000 people, this community is host to New Jersey’s largest fireworks display every July 3rd. During Christmas, thousands of lights adorn the streets, transforming the town into a winter wonderland. " First Night," a New Year's Eve arts & entertainment festival, is an event designed to provide an alternative to alcohol-related events.

The beautiful Navesink River, lined by many estates, is the setting for popular outdoor activities including boating, sculling, sailing, and fishing. The Monmouth Boat Club, Marine Park, and the slips of the Molly Pitcher Inn provide access to the Navesink and, from there, the Atlantic Ocean. Don’t have your own boat? You can rent a canoe or a rowboat until mid-October.

Places To Stay

Molly Pitcher Inn
88 Riverside Ave
Red Bank, NJ
A charming, historic, downtown hotel with waterfront views of the Navesink River.

Oyster Point Hotel
146 Bodman Place
Red Bank, NJ
A contemporary hotel with great views of the Navesink River.

Places To Eat

Buona Sera Ristorante - A very popular Red Bank Italian restaurant with a vibrant atmosphere and a "New York City" feel to it. Fare: Italian, Price: Expensive, Rating: 2.5 stars
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Dish Restaurant - This small BYOB fine dining eatery is a good choice for diners looking for good American fare in a relatively small, unpretentious setting.
Fare: American Bistro, Price: Expensive, Rating: 2.5 stars
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Tommy's Coal Fired Pizza - Noted for their excellent pizza that differs from the abundance of mediocre overcooked pizzas loaded with toppings found at most of the NJ restaurants.
Fare: Pizza, Price: Moderate, Rating: N/A
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Red Bank Restaurant Reviews - As the Jersey Shore’s cultural, social and commercial center, their is a very good selection of restaurants to satisfy a wide variety of tastes, food types and prices that appeal to diners of all levels of affordability.