Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant in Long Branch, NJ, offers a dining experience that pairs exceptional seafood with sweeping ocean views and a relaxed, upscale atmosphere.
Set along 100 Ocean Ave N, this airy restaurant and bar is known for its bi-level deck, where guests can enjoy fresh seafood, a fixed-price menu, and the calming energy of the shoreline all in one place.
Whether you are planning a leisurely brunch, a satisfying lunch, a memorable dinner, or a special evening out, Rooney’s brings together quality food, attentive table service, and a setting that feels both inviting and refined.
This is a restaurant that gives guests many ways to enjoy their meal. Outdoor seating lets you take in the coastal air, while dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and on-site services provide flexibility for any occasion.
The menu and atmosphere are designed to appeal to a wide range of tastes, with offerings that include seafood, comfort food, brunch favorites, cocktails, beer, coffee, happy-hour drinks, happy-hour food, and even all-you-can-eat options.
Rooney’s is also known for its strong drink selection, including a great beer list, great cocktails, and a great wine list, along with dessert, live music, local specialties, and a lively sports-friendly setting.
With fast service and a bar on site, it creates a vibrant experience that works just as well for solo dining as it does for a night out with friends or family.
Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant has earned a strong reputation, reflected in its 4.50 out of 5 rating from 3,728 reviews. Guests consistently appreciate the combination of quality, atmosphere, and convenience, making it a standout choice for anyone seeking a polished yet comfortable seafood restaurant by the water.
Accessibility is thoughtfully supported with a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet, helping make the experience welcoming for more guests. Reservations are recommended for brunch and lunch, required for some occasions, and accepted for dinner as well, making planning easy for both everyday visits and special celebrations.
With credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments accepted, Rooney’s delivers the kind of smooth, dependable service that lets guests focus on what matters most: great food, beautiful views, and a dining experience worth returning to.
Popular Items
Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Food & Drinks
Chopped Romaine, Shaved Parmesan, Toasted Ciabatta Croutons, Homemade Dressing
Seasonal Beets, Baby Arugula, Walnuts, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Lemon Tarragon Vinaigrette
Romaine, Iceberg, Radicchio, Dried Cranberries, Crumbled Bleu Cheese, Candied Pecans, Sweet Vidali Onion Dressing
Herbed Tuna, Kalamata Olives, Egg, Cucumber Cherry Tomatoes, Green Beans, Pickled Onion, Fingerling Potatoes, Baby Kale, Frisee Lettuce
Bacon, Cherry Tomatoes, Red Onion, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Egg, Avocado, Lemon Tarragon Vinaigrette
Sushi Grade Tuna, Baby Greens, Seaweed Salad, Avocado, Seasame Seeds, Cusabi Dressing, Ginger Glaze, Flying Fish Roe, Pickled Red Onions
Chopped Romaine, Shaved Parmesan, Toasted Ciabatta Croutons, Homemade Dressing
Romaine, Iceberg, Radicchio, Dried Cranberries, Crumbled Bleu Cheese, Candied Pecans, Sweet Vidalia Onion Dressing
Scampi Sauce, Breadcrumbs, Parmesan Cheese
Tomatoes, Saffron, Tequila, Chorizo, Roasted Peppers, Herbs
Breaded & Fried Shrimp, Spicy Asian Sauce Fried Rice Noodles, Cashews, Scallions
Fresh Crispy Fries, Basil Aioli
Six Rooney’s Rochambeau, Garlic Butter, Parmesan Cheese
Pork, Veal, Beef, Tomato Butter, Herbed Ricotta, Garlic Bread
Broccoli Florets, Craisins, Kalamata Olives, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Pickled Red Onion, Green Goddess Dressing, Black Olive Oil, Brioche Toast
Chilled Shrimp, Calamari, Bay Scallops, Spicy Hot Sauce, Oyster Sauce, Tomatoes, Onion, Avocados, Onion, Cucumber, Cilantro
Seared Rare, Spicy Guacamole, Toast Points, Cusabi Orange Ginger Sauce, Seasame Seeds, Seaweed Salad
House Battered Golden Fried Calamari, Homemade Marinara
Lavender Honey, Candied Pecans, Red Pepper Jam, Grilled Bread
Scampi Sauce, Breadcrumbs, Parmesan Cheese
Tomatoes, Saffron, Tequila, Chorizo, Roasted Peppers, Herbs
Chilled Shrimp, Calamari, Bay Scallops, Spicy Hot Sauce, Oyster Sauce, Tomatoes, Onion, Cucumbers, Cilantro, Orange Zest, Tortilla Chips
Basil Aioli
Six Rochambeau, Garlic Butter, Parmesan Cheese
Breaded & Fried Shrimp, Spicy Asian Sauce, Fried Rice Noodles, Cashews, Scallions
Broccoli Florets, Craisins, Kalamata Olives, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Pickled Red Onion, Green Goddess Dressing, Black Olive Oil, Brioche Toast
Pork, Veal, Beef, Tomato Butter, Herbed Ricotta, Garlic Bread
Seared Rare, Spicy Guacamole, Toast Points, Cusabi Orange Ginger Sauce, Sesame Seeds, Seaweed Salad
House Battered Golden Fried Calamari, Homemade Marinara
Lavender Honey, Candied Pecans, Red Pepper Jam, Grilled Bread
Bone-In Airline Breast, Brussels Sprouts, Kabocha Squash Puree, Herbed Demi-Glace
Lobster Cream Sauce, Maine Lobster Meat, Parmesan & Mozzarella Cheeses
Corn Flake Crust, Grilled Asparagus, Fingerling Potato, Red Pepper Aioli
A House Favorite Pan Roasted in its Original Shell, Olive Oil, Garlic, Hot Pepper Flakes, Basil, Served Over a Bed of Linguini.
2 Pound Deshelled Lobster, Butter, Gnocci, Lobster Creme,Brown Better,Chive Oil
A House Favorite Pan Roasted in its Original Shell, Olive Oil, Garlic, Hot Pepper Flakes, Basil, Served Over a Bed of Linguini.
9oz Brazilian, Drawn Butter, Choice of Two Sides
2 Pound Lobster Deshelled, Butter, Gnocchi, Lobster Creme, Brown Butter, Chive Oil
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Blackened Shrimp, Chipotle Aioli, Shredded Romaine, Salsa Verde, Pico de Gallo
Assorted Halibut, Mahi & Swordfish, Chipotle Aioli Shredded Romaine, Salsa Verde, Pico De Gallo
Fresh Mozzarella, Arugula, Basil Aioli, Cherry Tomato, Balsamic Glaze
Served on House Made Garlic Bread
Green Leaf Lettuce, Vine Tomato, Red Onion
Pickled Onions, Celery, Lemon Aioli, Kings Hawaiian Slider Roll
Corn Flake Crust, Red Pepper Aioli, Brioche Roll
Provolone, House Made Garlic Bread, Arugula, Horseradish Mustard
Buttered Kings Hawaiian Roll, Celery, Chives, Pickled Red Onion, Lemon Aioli
House Made Tuna Salad, Sugar Cured Bacon, Basil Aioli, Multigrain Bread
Plant Protein Vegan Burger, Green Leaf Lettuce, Basil Aioli, Vine Tomato, Red Onion
16Panko, Red Pepper Aioli, Green Leaf Lettuce, Vine Tomato, Red Onion, King's Hawaiian Bun
Large Shallow Shell, Salty Flavor
Ask Your Server For Today’s Choice
Freshly Shucked on Ice
U6 Shrimp Served With Cocktail & Green Goddess Sauces
Rochambeau Oyster, Topped with Pickle, Celery, Dehydrated Olive, Rooney’s Classic Bloody Mary Mix
Large Shallow Shell, Salty Flavor
Ask Your Server For Today’s Choice
Freshly Shucked on Ice
U6 Shrimp Served With Cocktail & Green Goddess Sauces
Rooney’s Oyster, Topped with Pickle, Celery, Dehydrated Olive, Rooney’s Classic Bloody Mary Mix
2 lb. Chilled Lobster, 6 Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, 6 Middle Neck Clams, 6 Rooney’s Rochambeau Oysters, 6 Chef’s Choice Oysters
4 Rooney’s Rochambeau Oysters, 4 Middle Neck Clams, 3 Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
2 lb. Chilled Lobster, 6 Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, 6 Middle Neck Clams, 6 Rooney's Rochambeau Oyster, 6 Chef’s Choice Oysters
4 Rooney’s Rochambeau Oysters, 4 Middle Neck Clams, 3 Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
Rice Noodles, Peppers, Onions, Carrots, Orange Ginger Sauce, Cusabi Sauce, Soy, Sesame Dressing, Scallions, Cashews
Seafood Stuffed Flounder, Scallops, Shrimp, Citrus Herb Butter, Wild Rice Blend
Buttered Kings Hawaiian Roll, Celery, Chives, Pickled Red Onion, Lemon Aioli
Corn Flake Crust, Grilled Asparagus, Fingerling Potato, Red Pepper Aioli
Pork Belly, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Fingerling Potatoes, Asparagus, Apple Jalapeno Puree, Brown Butter
Linguini, Mahi Mahi, Shrimp, Mussels, Clams, Garlic, Tomato Broth
Lobster Cream Sauce, Lobster Meat, Parmesan & Mozzarella
Shredded Beef Short Rib, Local Two River Mushrooms, Farm Demi-Glace Butter, Parmesan
Spicy Marinara, Linguini, Basil
Bone-In Airline Breast, Brussels Sprouts, Kabocha Squash Puree, Herbed Demi-Glace
Mushroom Risotto, Lamb Demi-Glace
Parmesan Truffle Fries, Chimichurri Sauce
Bourbon Apricot Glaze, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Brussels Sprouts
Strawberry Puree, Whipped Cream
Strawberry Puree, Whipped CreamWhipped Cream
Espresso, vanilla gelato chocolate sauce
Hot Lava Cake, Vanilla Ice Cream, Chocolate Sauce, Whipped Cream
Vanilla Mascarpone Cheese, Brandy, Espresso Soaked Lady Fingers
Hear from our valued guests
Delicious! Definitely delivered the vibes. Espresso martini was amazing and they made is creamy with baileys just how I like it! Brunch menu is fresh and delicious. There is outdoor seating with an ocean view, and indoor air conditioned seating with plenty of windows with the outdoor feel
This Place Is "Off The Hook".... My Wife & I Were On The Asbury Park Boardwalk (NJ)... We Browsed Several Eateries... We Even Sat Down At One, However I Just Wasn't Feeling It!!! We Looked Online & Found ROONEY'S... When We Arrived I …
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Common questions about Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant is located at 100 Ocean Ave N, Long Branch, NJ 07740, United States, Long Branch, NJ, United States.
You can reach Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant by calling +1 732-870-1200.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 3728 customer reviews.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant features the following service options: Outdoor seating, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in, Delivery.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list, Live music, Serves local specialty, Sport.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant features the following offerings: Alcohol, All you can eat, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Healthy options, Late-night food, Private dining room, Small plates, Spirits, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant features the following dining options: Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Romantic, Trending, Trendy, Upmarket.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant features the following planning: Brunch reservations recommended, Lunch reservations recommended, Reservations required, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, On-site parking, Paid parking lot, Plenty of parking.
Business Features
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