Stella Marina

An Asbury Park, NJ Restaurant Rating and Review

Stella Marina
800 Ocean Avenue
Asbury Park, NJ 07712
732-775-7776

Stella Marina Restaurant Asbury Park

 

 
Price Moderate - Expensive
Fare Contemporary Italian

Restaurant Ratings
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thumbs up Most diners report they enjoyed the excellent contemporary menu

thumbs upMany diners report they enjoyed the ambiance with great ocean views

thumbs down Some diners report the noise level is very high

Value: The overall value is very good
Noise Level: Very high during peak times
Dress: Upscale casual
Recommended For: Diners who enjoy excellent food and upscale, trendy ambiance with stunning ocean views
Not Recommended For: Diners who may prefer simpler food and less trendy ambiance
Recommended dishes: Grilled Branzino; Lamb Osso Bucco; and Spaghettini Vongole
Liquor: Extensive wine list with over 130 selections, and specialty cocktails. Bar scene is vibrant.

 
 

Restaurant Review

The restaurant covers two floors with awesome views of Atlantic Ocean and serves up very good Italian contemporary food enjoyed by a 30+ vibrant crowd.

The owners, brothers Michael and Joseph Cetrulo, Kenneth Mansfield, and Dennis Tafuri all come from impressive backgrounds as owners, chefs, and sommeliers with many fine dining restaurants including the Sirena Ristorante and the former Cask 591, both in Long Branch.

The upscale ambiance has a New York City feel to it. The interior dining area seats 210 spread over two levels adorned with attractive bottle chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, quality tile and stone, neutral color tones, and plenty of open glass for excellent ocean views.

The food is well prepared, creatively presented, with the freshest ingredients.

For starters the serve excellent bread made by Balthazar Bakery.

The service at Stella Marina is friendly and anticipatory, although with some occasional lapses during the busy times.

During the warmer months there is outside boardwalk dining.

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N/A= A casual dining eatery, not rated as a fine dining restaurant 

 

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