Highlands Guidebook
Food scene
The dining patio overlooks their private beach and is a perfect spot to enjoy hearty American fare while you soak in the bay breeze. In the winter you can cozy up to one of the fire pits outside but if it’s too cold out, you can still enjoy beautiful views from their giant windows overlooking the bay. Live music also year-round, this is our favorite restaurant/bar in town. ~5 min walk
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Proving Ground Waterfront Dining
56 Shrewsbury Ave The dining patio overlooks their private beach and is a perfect spot to enjoy hearty American fare while you soak in the bay breeze. In the winter you can cozy up to one of the fire pits outside but if it’s too cold out, you can still enjoy beautiful views from their giant windows overlooking the bay. Live music also year-round, this is our favorite restaurant/bar in town. ~5 min walk
Ideally located between the bridge to Sandy Hook and the marina where boats stop for gas and a beverage before their next voyage, this is a perfect spot for day drinking, people watching and spectacular views. Year round, ~10 min walk
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Bahrs Landing Famous Seafood Restaurant & Marina
2 Bay AveIdeally located between the bridge to Sandy Hook and the marina where boats stop for gas and a beverage before their next voyage, this is a perfect spot for day drinking, people watching and spectacular views. Year round, ~10 min walk
The fresh seafood and raw bar are excellent, but the real star of the show is the outdoor seating and breathtaking views of Sandy Hook Bay & NYC. There’s always live music. Year round, 20min walk
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One Willow
1 Willow StThe fresh seafood and raw bar are excellent, but the real star of the show is the outdoor seating and breathtaking views of Sandy Hook Bay & NYC. There’s always live music. Year round, 20min walk
This casual joint offers mouth-watering barbecue and a plenty of seating on their dock, at the bar, in the lounge or at one of the picnic tables where live music is likely playing. There is a BBQ food truck on site. Seasonal ~5 min walk
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The Seafarer
1 Atlantic StThis casual joint offers mouth-watering barbecue and a plenty of seating on their dock, at the bar, in the lounge or at one of the picnic tables where live music is likely playing. There is a BBQ food truck on site. Seasonal ~5 min walk
Recently featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive Ins and Dives, this is a quintessential dive bar with shockingly delicious food. They always have live music and best burgers in town. Year round, ~10 min walk.
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The Chubby Pickle
23 Bay AveRecently featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive Ins and Dives, this is a quintessential dive bar with shockingly delicious food. They always have live music and best burgers in town. Year round, ~10 min walk.
Local Pizzeria. We recommend their Grandma’s Pie. They have a full menu of Italian food as well. Year round, ~5 min walk.
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Francesco's Pizzeria
279 Bay AveLocal Pizzeria. We recommend their Grandma’s Pie. They have a full menu of Italian food as well. Year round, ~5 min walk.
Breakfast shop and bakery. The crumb cake is delicious. Year round, ~7 min walk.
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Bay Ave Bakery & Cafe
111 Bay AveBreakfast shop and bakery. The crumb cake is delicious. Year round, ~7 min walk.
GLUTEN FREE Market and Bakery that serves breakfast and lunch. Year round, ~10 min walk.
CafeLaDeDa Market & Bakery
71 Waterwitch AvenueGLUTEN FREE Market and Bakery that serves breakfast and lunch. Year round, ~10 min walk.
Mexican restaurant. If you like tequila that have more than 100 different types. Year round, ~5 min walk.
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Chilangos
272 Bay AveMexican restaurant. If you like tequila that have more than 100 different types. Year round, ~5 min walk.
The name says it all – located in the same lot as Bahr’s, this easy casual spot also offers stunning views from their colorful deck plus fresh seafood and cold beer. Seasonal ~15 min walk
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MOBYS LOBSTER DECK
2 Bay AveThe name says it all – located in the same lot as Bahr’s, this easy casual spot also offers stunning views from their colorful deck plus fresh seafood and cold beer. Seasonal ~15 min walk
This lively café’s friendly staff keep the drinks flowing so all you have to do is enjoy great vibes & even better views. There’s tons of seating and an extra bar for dock and diners. ~5 min walk
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Inlet Cafe
3 Cornwall StThis lively café’s friendly staff keep the drinks flowing so all you have to do is enjoy great vibes & even better views. There’s tons of seating and an extra bar for dock and diners. ~5 min walk
A quaint Italian restaurant with arguably the best food in town. We highly recommend making reservations in advance, they are required on the weekends. BYO. Year round, ~5 min walk.
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Porcini
168 Bay AveA quaint Italian restaurant with arguably the best food in town. We highly recommend making reservations in advance, they are required on the weekends. BYO. Year round, ~5 min walk.
Things to Do
Sandy Hook is about a 5 minute drive. From Memorial Day-Labor Day you need a parking pass which is in the Welcome Binder, the rest of the year parking is free.
Rent a kayak from Sandy Hook Kayaks on the Bay Side of Sandy Hook across from parking lot C – a 5 min drive. Call ahead to reserve for kayak for an vigorous all body workout on the water.
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Sandy Hook Beach
Hartshorne DriveSandy Hook is about a 5 minute drive. From Memorial Day-Labor Day you need a parking pass which is in the Welcome Binder, the rest of the year parking is free.
Rent a kayak from Sandy Hook Kayaks on the Bay Side of Sandy Hook across from parking lot C – a 5 min drive. Call ahead to reserve for kayak for an vigorous all body workout on the water.
Rent a kayak from Sandy Hook Kayaks on the Bay Side of Sandy Hook across from parking lot C – a 5 min drive. Call ahead to reserve for kayak for an vigorous all body workout on the water.
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Sandy Hook Kayaks
Hartshorne DriveRent a kayak from Sandy Hook Kayaks on the Bay Side of Sandy Hook across from parking lot C – a 5 min drive. Call ahead to reserve for kayak for an vigorous all body workout on the water.
Henry Hudson Trail starts at the Popamora Point and runs from Highlands to Aberdeen spanning 14 miles along the shore. Whether you walk or bike, there is a ton see and do along the way and it’s relatively accessible for all biking/hiking skill levels.
If you would like to rent a bike Kranky Cycles is halfway to the trail
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Henry Hudson Bike Trail
Henry Hudson Bike TrailHenry Hudson Trail starts at the Popamora Point and runs from Highlands to Aberdeen spanning 14 miles along the shore. Whether you walk or bike, there is a ton see and do along the way and it’s relatively accessible for all biking/hiking skill levels.
If you would like to rent a bike Kranky Cycles is halfway to the trail
Hike for 20 minutes or 2 hours in this 700+ acre park with a plethora of hiking trails for all skill levels.
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Hartshorne Woods Park
1402 Portland RdHike for 20 minutes or 2 hours in this 700+ acre park with a plethora of hiking trails for all skill levels.
Charter a boat from Cpt Lou at Reel Happy Fishing Charters or Cpt Sean at Warden Sportsfishing Charters and let the kids bring home dinner for a change! Seasonal
Highlands Boating Club & Rentals by Bridge Marina
1 Atlantic St Charter a boat from Cpt Lou at Reel Happy Fishing Charters or Cpt Sean at Warden Sportsfishing Charters and let the kids bring home dinner for a change! Seasonal
Get your heart racing with a trek up either or both Towers and keep it racing with the breathtaking views of Highlands, Sandy Hook, Sea Bright & NYC!
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Twin Lights State Historic Site/museum
2 Light House RdGet your heart racing with a trek up either or both Towers and keep it racing with the breathtaking views of Highlands, Sandy Hook, Sea Bright & NYC!
New York City is 45 minutes away via Seastreak Ferry and we highly recommend a day trip if you have the time. Contact us if you need recommendations, we have lived in the city for 10 years and absolutely love it.
There is a seperate guidebook on NYC for more things to do.
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New York
New York City is 45 minutes away via Seastreak Ferry and we highly recommend a day trip if you have the time. Contact us if you need recommendations, we have lived in the city for 10 years and absolutely love it.
There is a seperate guidebook on NYC for more things to do.
Kranky's Cycles
321 Bay AveBike rental, open 24/7
Miller Street Beach
This is the closest bay beach, 5 min walk.
Neighborhoods
Seabright is one town over. It is ~10 minute or $15 uber. It is also filled with waterfront bars and restaurants. Here are a few places we recommend
Donovan's Reef Beach Bar: Named one of the top 20 beach bars in the US. They have several tiki bars right on the beach. There is always cheap drink specials and a DJ or live band.
Rum Runner's: Seafood and Cocktails in high end waterfront restaurant
Anjelica's: Cozy BYOB serving southern Italian food and fresh seafood.
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Sea Bright
Seabright is one town over. It is ~10 minute or $15 uber. It is also filled with waterfront bars and restaurants. Here are a few places we recommend
Donovan's Reef Beach Bar: Named one of the top 20 beach bars in the US. They have several tiki bars right on the beach. There is always cheap drink specials and a DJ or live band.
Rum Runner's: Seafood and Cocktails in high end waterfront restaurant
Anjelica's: Cozy BYOB serving southern Italian food and fresh seafood.
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Best way to get around is on foot.
The entire town is 1 square mile and you can get everywhere in no more than 15 minutes. Uber is in the area and usually readily available if you want to leave the town.