"We must confess that New Jersey, just like every great hero, has a flaw. For Superman, it was kryptonite. For New Jersey restaurants, it’s barbecue. However, this didn’t stop the team at Mutiny BBQ from opening up one of the state’s best BBQ options in the middle of Asbury Park. They do solid ribs, juicy hot links, and a rotating offering of brunswick stew, chili, and smoked turkey soups. The 5th Avenue location has a tucked-away backyard that’s perfect for a BYOB hang with friends. Plus, you can sit just close enough to the smoker that everyone you come in contact with in the next 24 hours will know exactly what you ate recently." - Michael Sinatra
Emily Schindler