Ocean Township and its location along the Jersey Shore is a wonderful place to head for a vacation. There's so much to do in the area no matter what time of year you go, and there are activities and attractions for visitors of all ages. Here are some of the best reasons to vacation in Ocean Township. The Asbury Park Boardwalk The Asbury Park Boardwalk is a few miles from Ocean Township and offers a clean, family-friendly beach, and a great boardwalk for people watching, shopping, and eating. You can test your mini golf skills at Asbury Eighteen, get wet at the splash park, and get your fortune told by Madame Marie. There are all sorts of stores where you can find unique treasures to bring home and a variety of restaurants ranging from quick and easy pizza to coffee. There's also an upscale supper club designed to provide the experience of an old-fashioned New York supper club from the 1940s. more Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park Everyone can spend the day at Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park. In the summer, the beach fills with vacationers who want to swim and play in the surf, but there are also plenty of other activities. The volleyball area gives you a place to get some exercise, or you can bring a kayak or canoe and launch it from the beach as long as you have a pass. The park stays open all year round, with admission charged from Memorial Day through Labor Day. You can also bring your pet down to the beach during certain times of the year as long as they're on a leash. Belmar Parasail See the Jersey Shore from high above with a Belmar Parasailing experience. You'll take off from the back of a 31-foot parasail boat and rise up 500 feet over the Atlantic for the ride of your life. This is an activity for vacationers of all ages, and you can even go on a double ride if you want to experience it with a friend. Belmar Parasail will open for the season in May 2019, but you can go online now to get gift certificates if you want to plan ahead for your summer vacation. Capt. Dave Charter Boats Take your vacation out on the water with a trip on the Capt. Dave. The 50-foot boat will take riders out to the open waters where they can relax and enjoy the experience or drop a line and try their luck with the fish. Captain Dave will let you fish on both sides of the boat, so you have the best chance to make a big catch. If you need to get out of the sun or just take a break, you can go in the cabin or sit out on the sun deck. There's so much to do on vacation in Ocean Township, whether you want to spend time outside or explore the indoor activities. The area starts to come to life in the spring and is always bursting with vacationers in the summer. Image by Charles Snipe is licensed under CC-BY-SA 2.0
Whether you want to go out to celebrate a special occasion or you just don't feel like cooking, there are many excellent options in the Ocean Township, New Jersey, area. You can choose from a variety of cuisines from Italian to Mexican, Greek, or seafood and get a great meal. Head to one of these Ocean Township restaurants for your next meal. Talula's There is no better place for pizza along the Jersey Shore than at Talula's. This is a small place with a simple menu, but everything is delicious. This restaurant offers some unusual pizza options including the Beekeeper's Lament with tomato sauce, Calabrian soppressata, fresh mozzarella, and local honey. There is also the Green Eggs pizza, which has cheddar cheese, chimichurri eggs, red potatoes, and chives. All the sandwiches come on house-baked bread, and you can even start with some freshly baked bread and house butter. more Piccola Italia Piccola Italia, located on W. Park Ave in Oakhurst, has a menu with a variety of authentic Italian dishes to choose from. Some of the starters include crispy calamari and slowly braised duck pot stickers. You can also get Gorgonzola steak fries or antipasto to start. The housemade burrata ravioli is a sweet potato puree with sage brown butter, balsamic apple, and apple snap cookie crumble. Other main course meals include lentil seared salmon, Basque-style cod & clams, or an herb-seared filet mignon. Barrio Costero Barrio Costero offers a mix of Mexican and seafood dishes on the menu, and there is something for everyone. You can get anything from fish tacos to ceviche and even a delicious kale salad. The atmosphere at Barrio Costero is laid back with a cool vibe and trendy decor. Some of the dishes you might enjoy include the beef cheek tacos that come with grilled pineapple, onion, cilantro, and salsa verde or the carne asada which is a potato quesadilla topped with a fried egg and rajas. There is also a scallop dish with black quinoa, golden raisins, orange, and boquerone chimichurri. Brunch at Barrio includes chilaquiles, torta, and steak and eggs. The Speakeatery Choose the Speakeatery for a quick and delicious meal. This place specializes in sandwiches, but they are not your ordinary sandwiches. Some of the local favorites include the mushroom cheesesteak sandwich or the Haight and Ashbury Park Boomer which comes with portobello mushrooms, provolone cheese, avocado, lettuce, tomato, and onions along with roasted red pepper aioli. The Back Alley Brawler is also a crowd favorite. It has a chicken cutlet either fried or grilled, homemade fresh mozzarella, and sauteed broccoli raab. This is all served on a garlic bread hero. The Speakeatery also has a selection of burgers, several vegetarian dishes, a variety of salads, and some breakfast options that you can get all day. Make sure to check its social media pages for daily specials, including the soup of the day. Stop by one of these restaurants near Ocean Township, New Jersey, for a delicious meal any time of day. Image by wuestenigel is licensed under CC-BY 2.0
Whether you want to plan a memorable first date or you just want to take your special someone out for a fun night, there are plenty of options in and around the Ocean Township NJ area. There are nearby concert venues, mini golf courses, and paint-and-sip locations among many restaurants offering all types of cuisine. Check out these ideas for a fun date night in Ocean Township. YESTERcades YESTERcades is a unique video game arcade with games from the '80s and '90s, and it is a fun place to take a date who likes video games. There are no old-school quarters needed at this arcade; it has a pay-by-the-hour system instead. There is a BYOB option after 9 p.m., so you can your date can enjoy a drink while you bring back memories of playing retro video games. YESTERcades has all the games you remember including pinball machines, "Donkey Kong," "NBA Jam," and even "Tetris." Make a whole night of playing old video games, or stop in for an hour or two and then head off to dinner somewhere nearby. more Escape The Puzzle Test your puzzle-solving skills on a date night at Escape the Puzzle. This is also a fun idea for a double date if you want to go with friends. There are three different escape room experiences to choose from including Tower, Carnival, Speakeasy - Tallulah Darling's Shore Club, and The Swamp. There is also a virtual reality experience with state-of-the-art VR equipment. Each option gives you 60 minutes to try and escape by solving different types of puzzles and riddles. Because you and your date must work together, you'll start bonding right away and won't have to worry about awkward silences. You can book a room ahead of time so you and your date can get right in and start the fun experience. Pinot's Palette There are several Pinot's Palette locations near Ocean Township, and they all offer a paint-and-sip experience. You and your date can bring a bottle of wine and some cheese and crackers to snack on while you learn some painting skills and create your own masterpiece. This is a great way to spend a first date, whether you are artistically inclined or not. The instructors will help you with painting techniques, and you can each bring something home as a keepsake from your date. See a Show at the Paramount Theater The Paramount Theater and Convention Hall is a popular landmark on the Jersey Shore. The theater offers shows and concerts all year round with performances ranging from Elvis Costello & The Impostors to Get the Led Out. You can buy tickets to events right on the Asbury Park Hall website and plan your date night around a fun performance. There are many places you can visit in and around the Ocean Township New Jersey area to make any date night exciting. Choose a fun activity, and then stop for dinner and drinks to complete the evening. Image by randomduck is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0
