AP Rooftop

It’s such a pleasure to dine somewhere that really gets it. Was looking for a last-minute spot to eat last weekend and was able to sneak into the bar and eat dinner at the AP rooftop. Watching the performance of the bartenders was entertainment enough to make the evening worthwhile. The staff is friendly. The atmosphere and view is a 10 and the food (double cut pork chop ) is delicious.

Have to say; it was my first time at this restaurant and it certainly won’t be my last. Olivia was our server and she was phenomenal. All her recommendations were on point. We started a with dozen oysters (east coast) and an order of mussels. For entree we got the lamb chops, grilled octopus and the branzino and have to say everything was incredible

Great food, great views, lovely staff. “Why is it two stars then?” My experience was on Saturday, July 12. Well Susan, let me tell you. For one thing, it’s your bar. Your bar is packed and severely understaffed to handle the influx of people standing around in generic $50 black tops & jeans, ordering 3-4 espresso martinis. Because of that, chaos erupts thus causing my first round of drinks to be 45 minutes late and the buss boys dropping trays of glasses as if it were a Grecian wedding. Do us all a favor and limit the amount of people congregating around the bar before it becomes Porta. I come here for my sexy lemon drop martini smothered in a sugar rim. Because the bar was packed, my appetizers came before the drinks did. I was left with $6 bread, (why am I paying for bread?) and soggy calamari. It was smothered in this weird white sauce with no flavor, in which I’m assuming someone took it in the back and freaked it. Look, I want to love AP Rooftop. The view is unmatched, the vibe is cute, and when the drinks DO arrive, they hit. But no amount of skyline or sexy lighting can distract from the disorganized chaos that is your dining room situation. Until there’s some crowd control, a rework of the timing, and maybe a serious conversation about the calamari crime happening in the kitchen, I’ll be sipping my overpriced lemon drop elsewhere.

We greatly enjoyed our meal this Saturday evening. My partner and I both had our well trained emotional support animals and hostess Tamara was so helpful in accommodating us outside. This was a great relief as we were concerned we might not be able to find a place for dinner w out pets. We were very pleased w ambience, drinks, and staff would def return. I had the Sicilian citrus salad and husband had chicken agrodolce. The chicken was world class. Naively I expected the citrus in salad to be comparable to oranges in Spain which of course it wasn’t. This does speak to how impressed I was with the vide overall. Very cool and fun place without being intimidating. Warm welcoming and fun. Thank you Tamara 1000% for seating us with our pets we will be back!

Excellent food - to start off brunch we had the oysters and the cacio o Pepe arrocino followed by the delectable entrees: Biscuits and Gravy and the Pancetta Egg and Cheese Sandwich. All amazing on the culinary front. However, if you are a Black or Brown person, please be sure to advocate for yourself and request a nice table with an ocean view. The 2 hosts working on 8/17/25 at 2:30p tried to sit my partner and I at the very back while there were multiple tables that were beachfront and people in front of us (without a reservation scored an amazing beach view table) So, I decided to speak up and request a change in table - begrudgingly we were sat up front. We had our meal and all was fantastic. Now, on our way out we saw another PoC couple sat all the way in the back with no beach view even though MULTIPLE beach view tables were available!! Although I’m sure the hosts didn’t do this intentionally it is these silent micro aggressions that make all the difference in a dining experience. I trust that moving forward, the 2 hosts make a conscious efforts on making everyone’s experience a meaningful and memorable one afterall Asbury Park has a historically thriving Black community. Cheers🥂

Great food and vibe! Went before seeing a band at Stone Pony so wanted to keep things light. We had two salads (large) - one kale/one arugula, along with calamari which was super crispy and tasty, and a pizza that was rolled up like a stromboli, it was crunchy and delicious. There were four of us. For the main course we shared a mushroom pizza with homemade ricotta and some lamb ragout over fresh pasta, along with continuing to eat the stromboli. Our waiter was excellent and the dining room was large yet we had a nice corner spot for some good conversation. There's a big bar and lots of glass for expensive views in all directions. We were ocean side for a fantastic view. Prices were very fair and the quality was excellent. May 2025 Update: good time at the bar and food was good again.

Had an amazing experience at the rooftop bar at The Asbury Hotel, and a big part of that was thanks to John, the bartender. The drinks were absolutely top-notch—crafted with care and seriously delicious. But what really stood out was John’s personality. He’s personable, attentive, and has a great vibe that makes you feel instantly welcome. Highly recommend this spot if you're in Asbury Park. Ask for John—you won’t be disappointed!

Atmosphere and views: 5 stars Food is ok. I came for the branzino which I heard was amazing but unfortunately all 3 people who wanted branzino didn’t get it because the kitchen ran out. We had to order 3 different entrees (pasta, steak, and sweet/sour chicken with polenta) I was not impressed with any. The appetizers were better: octopus was great although we just got one tentacle, the meatballs were good and can’t really do a bad salad lol. Next time I go I’ll have to call to make sure they have branzino 😔

Went here for brunch and had a blast. You'd think you were at a drag brunch because they had a dj blasting your typical asbury toons. We started with the dip trio which I heavily recommend. Fresh veggies, crackers, and bread and 3 large dips to go along. Highlights for us were the whipped feta and the beetroot hummus. My party got a mix of things - AP burger, pepperoni pizza, and Shakshuka. The burger and pizza are on their regular menu as well. Everything was delicious and tasted as expected - out of these, there's nothing I'd be running back for. Service was slow but friendly. Took us a while to get our drinks. I got a cocktail and it didn't come out until after we got our appetizer. I watched a couple get seated and leave after 10 or so minutes. Not sure if it was the lack of introduction or if it was the loud dj.

Vibe: 5 Food: 3 Service: 1. Location: 5 Ok it's summer. You're over a year old - staff for the tables you book! 20 minutes for 2 glasses of wine. 40 minutes for 2 cocktails. One completely wrong. Asked for ice for warm table water. Never came. Got it myself. When server finally came with cocktails 'oh good someone got you ice' he says. I said yes. I GOT IT. no response. My tacos were cold. Others loved their chicken meals. Server never checked in. Spent more time exploring dessert than being attentive Chocolate dessert mediocre. I want to love this place I just can't. Yelp won't allow me to delete ambience as needs improvement. That's their strength!

I feel bad writing a bad review but I feel like people really need to know. The atmosphere of this restaurant is really nice, but also misleading. After looking at the menu and vibes of this place, I was super hopeful for a great meal. First, I wanted to touch on the service. Our server was sweet, but she was slow and not attentive to details. Came back saying she forgot items, wrong food coming out, and to top it off, she introduced us very uncertain of her ability to do her job well. Now to the food, which lead me extremely disappointed. We split about 3 apps at the table, the oysters were probably the worst oysters I've ever had, and I've had them from everywhere. No flavor, gummy, really disappointing. The bread and dip came out cold and the warm dip tasted like stale cheese. As for my main dish, I was actually afraid to order dinner because the appetizers were so awful and my mother was treating us for my birthday, I did not want to have her spend another overpriced penny there because I knew it was going to disappoint. When I went to order, my friend and I both asked to remove mint and meat from our dishes we wanted. The kitchen could not do that because they "pre mix" their meals. That was the biggest red flag to me that their food was not fresh. I understand not being able to remove meat, but MINT? It's an herb. The first drink I had was great, the second one, the garnishes were soggy and sad. I hate to be this negative and normally can chalk up a bad meal once in awhile but especially for the jacked up prices, this was probably the worst experience/food I've ever had at a restaurant.

The AP Rooftop has been awarded 5 based upon the quality, variety and creativeness put into every plate. Our sever was outstanding, patient, helpful, and allowed us to better enjoy our meal. The interior is soft industrial with views overlooking Asbury Park waterfront.

This spot is 5 star for ambiance & cocktails but food is 3 stars. Our server was excellent and overall made for a lovely evening. I'd come back for sure but only for drinks, at this price point there's better food out there.

3rd time here. 1st time in summer. They have a real nice happy hour. Inside bar was full (where happy hour applies) but they also honor it outside which is great for warmer weather. Got to look out over the beach and boardwalk scene. A bit breezy gusty when we went along the sidewall though, blew the beer bottle over on the table! So be alert lol. We caught it. Staff is great and scenery is great!

Amazing restaurant, excellent service and the food was great. I had the AP Prime burger, it was cooked perfect. Our waitress was personal and friendly. The scene was breathtaking. I will definitely be back.

Lunch service is definitely lacking. Sat outside, the view is beautiful. The service, not great. The black silverware was dirty to start, if you're going to have dark silver wear, least make sure it's clean not crusted with food. The service was slow, the restaurant was not busy no reason for delayed greeting. Ordered cocktails, it took close to 20 mins, while good not worth the wait. Also, perhaps giggling at the cocktail name as a customer orders it as feels strange, are you not familiar with the menu? Chose a pizza from their menu, it's was just ok. The Pepperoni could've been crispier and the sesame seeds on the crust, while I didn't hate don't match the flavor profile in my opinion. Getting a second drink we had to just about wave our napkin at our server. While the ambiance of this place is very nice it's not a stand out and we will likely not return.

Rooftop bar was nothing special. Drinks were ok. They had a live dj playing super loud music.

Beautiful restaurant, good food and excellent service! Thank you Michelle for taking great care of us.

Great atmosphere, enjoyable music and appetizer happy hour selection. Happy Hour offers off brand vodka & Gin and is measured for those that are wondering about measuring spots. In all good a great spot to hit up.

A new rooftop with beautiful views of the beach in Asbury Park! We made a reservation for lunch on a Saturday right when it opened (this was last month) but there were still plenty of tables/bar seats available. The smoked pepperoni pizza was definitely the hit, packed with flavor and plenty of crispy pepperoni and peppers. The lobster roll was delicious and very filling as well. Our only complaint was that the fries were listed as truffle fries on the menu, but we just received regular fries. Not sure if that was a mix up in the kitchen or they changed their recipe without updating the menu. Also, the fries needed more salt. Still, we'll certainly dine here again and look forward to trying the dinner menu.

Five Star Experience!!! So excited to finally get reservations!! Attempted to show up on a Friday without reservation weeks prior and had no luck! Lovely ambiance! Amazing view of the shore! Loved the music selection! A great big shout out to our Server Allison! She was awesome! She knew menu well! Answered questions and shared recommendations! Thank you for a wonderful dining experience!! Cocktails were fantastic! Option to have sparkling or tap water for the table! Sparkling please! Calamari appetizer was delicious! Served hot! My beet ravioli was divine! Sampled my family's entree all absolutely flavorful and well prepared! THANK YOU for serving the entrees piping hot!! That's how I enjoy my meals! Dessert was the perfect ending! Loved the chocolate cake! Highly recommend! Love the greenery light fixtures! Fire places! Metered street parking! Definitely make reservations! See you soon!!!

We did NOT try to sit outside where everybody wants to be on one of the busiest weekends of the year 4th of July (though it is a beautiful view.) We sat where we were put (because hostesses have a rotation they need to follow,) next to the windows and it was still beautiful! They did accommodate us because the AC was dripping on the table given the humidity outside. Not the restaurant's fault, that's nature, and they were happy to scoot us to a table not under the system. Our server was perfectly attentive, had a great personality joking around with us, food and drinks came out quick (we were trying to get to a show at the Lanes,) and the drinks were perfectly strong. I got a normal margarita ($14) first that was balanced well, then opted for the fun Lost In Translation ($17) but I wish I could've taken that glass home! (See video) The food was INCREDIBLE!! We got the chef housemade bread (YES. GET IT! $6) I got the naan tacos (almost shredded chicken and yes the flavor is great without it being too spicy. $14) He got the oven roasted spiced wings that came with a cheese sauce below it that was so delicious we mopped it up with the bread. $18 The ONLY downfall is the fact the sandwiches and paninis are only available until 4pm. We wanted to try the chicken one. We will 10000% be back and I can't wait! Overall the night cost $93 (with tip,) which in today's world actually isn't bad for the quality of food and drinks.

My husband and I recently stopped by AP Rooftop for dinner while we were visiting Asbury Park for a few days. It's easy to see why this place is popular, considering the views of the beach are really beautiful. We were greeted warmly as soon as we came out of the elevator, and the service in general was great. They even accommodated us when we asked if we could move to a table with a better view. In terms of food, we shared the shrimp cocktail and fried calamari, both of which were delicious, and I had a special clam pizza with roasted garlic. My husband had the AP burger. The clam pizza was very good. I would've loved a bit more of noticeable roasted garlic flavor, but it was tasty in general and the clams were not chewy. My husband seemed happy with his burger as well as his upgraded truffle Parmesan fries (definitely worth the upcharge). Overall, it was a great experience and we would definitely return.

Have been here before & my first visit was phenomenal. The food, the atmosphere , the service & the drinks were perfect. Decided to try it again for a nice dinner. It was not what I expected based on my previous visit. As you can see in the photo, they're plenty of open tables. Our server Josh, took 10 mins to bring us water and then took another 15 mins to bring our drinks. I got a lychee martini and it was horrible, it tasted like a lemon drop. The waiter dropped off the drink and left and I could not find him or flag him down. 5 mins later our appetizers come out & still did not check in. We ordered the cheese plate which was a disgrace for the amount they charge for a couple pieces of cheese, olives, & crackers. My whole party was disappointed by the presentation and all called it pathetic. While we were picking at the cheese like they're rations, he still didn't come by. I flagged down another waitress who was nice enough to get him over to replace my drink. He came back with my drink and didn't even apologize. Working in the service industry before, this is not good customer service. Slow night, bad service. Needs some new training for a high class restaurant. Would only give 2 stars for the ambiance. Don't think I'd come back to spend the money like this. Go downstairs to Iron Whale.

We started with a cocktail that was a great pour. Note that we bar tender left us alone. I like service but despise when bartenders hover. Leave us alone to enjoy the experience. I might have eaten the most deliciously crispy chicken Milanese in my life with processed arugula. I loved the beautiful view as well- highly recommend this place. Grab a seat at the spacious bar or outside overlooking the ocean. Either way you have a great view.

We went here last night while on the boardwalk for drinks and it ended up being Happy Hour! We had a mai tai and martini, both the drinks were made perfectly! Our bartender, Matthew, was so personable and friendly! We really enjoyed the views, food, and drinks! For food, we had the chicken skewers and tzatziki dip appetizers. We will definitely come back again when we are in the area!

The view was spectacular. The atmosphere was great. I really wanted to love this place. Going up the elevator I felt like we were going to the VIP lounge- It's new so let me say- The drink selection could use some seasonal drinks and a few more beers on tap. The food has the right idea - just off to a slow start. I will come back in a month or two once they get their wings. Overall it was a nice experience for me. There is not a lot of places to eat and drink and look out over the Atlantic Ocean. I would say go check it out and stick to the basics and you will love it.

Josh was our server. He was excellent. Drinks were also excellent. We took major issue with our Lobster Roll, mussels and bread. The bread on the lobster roll was stale. Really! The bread for the mussels - stale. The biggest miss was the amount of lobster meat. It was an honest two bites in total. We are on the thinner smaller side of people. It was very upsetting and costly for otherwise good experiences. Saturday.

I really enjoyed my meal at the AP rooftop. It has a beautiful setting and view. I sat at the bar and received great service. I highly recommend one of their spritz drinks.

I will say that the decor ambiance of this place is quite spectacular. Floor to ceiling windows with ocean views. However, I will say that although the cocktail menu seems impressive, the drinks themselves were kind of like juice. Paying an average $16 per cocktail. Food portions werent bad, but the menu is a little pricey. The servers were very friendly and accommodating, making the experience much more pleasant

This place is a great addition to the Asbury boardwalk! Take the elevator or stairs up to the 3rd floor, and you're taken to an elegant (but not over done for being by the beach) dining room with seating options outside with beach and boardwalk views. Our waitress Abbey was super friendly and helpful when it came to asking her opinion on what food to get, and was very attentive to my nut allergy. For example, their dance party espresso martini has pistachio in it but I was able to get a regular espresso martini. Both great! Food was also tasty. I recommend the Mediterranean salad with a chicken cutlet. The bread appetizer is pricey but totally worth it. It comes with a sun dried tomato oil that's amazing. Management is super friendly and checked in to make sure everything was to our liking. Go to the beach then check this place out!

Nice idea and decent decor. Appetizers better than entrees but just ok. They lost us on two issues. 1. They charge for Ice. Can't they cover their cost with $18 charge on the tequila? This is a new thing, I haven't seen. 2. I asked for hot sauce and they only had Tabasco. I'm 2024 in Asbury, not something any restaurant should do. Given same ownership as Robinsons I would expect a bit more Asbury Park vibes.

Wow. No words. Me and my boyfriend got the Meatball (which is a MUST), Naan Tacos, and the Prime Burger. Everything was insane. INSANE!! The service was great and the ambience is chill-- our waitress Allison was AWESOME! Definitely check it outtttt!!! EDIT: Went back again to try more. Had to drop a photo of the lobster because.... jeez. Wow. No words. And AFFOGATO!!! YES!!

Nice newer restaurant situated a level above the boardwalk to give good views of the activity and ocean below. Good drink and beer selection. High end American fare that was enjoyed by all in our party. Outside seating is at a premium in season and can be a little wait, but worth it. Can belly up to the bar as you wait for a table. Great service. Very enjoyable experience

Stop blasting ridiculous club music at noon on a Sunday that floods the whole beach. I'm nearly a quarter mile down the beach and can still hear this crap. No, I don't want to be forced to listen to your Soulja boy remix while relaxing on the beach.

Let's just say I didn't even get to leave before having to go to the restroom with explosive diarrhea!! $65 brunch is a hot bed for food poisoning and they are serving it up on Easter Sunday! Great!

My husband and I had brunch a few weeks ago. The food was great, service impressive, the atmosphere is amazing. We had lunch today, we didn't know it was happy hour, apparently attracts a very adult, diverse bar crowd. We were so wowed ! Bartender Michael handled it with poise of an old pro. We really enjoyed our experience and he was a big part of it. We both have bar/restuarant experience for almost 5 decades. It has seemed to us that a young employee rarely pivots with the people in front of them. Well done to everyone!

Great vibes and service. The atmosphere is upscale but also relaxing. Tons of natural light from all the windows. Will be a great spot in the summer. Food was subpar. Lacking flavor all around. Cocktails were hit or miss. The Paloma for 2 had an imperceptible amount of tequila while the breakfast cocktail had delicious coffee and chocolate notes.

Went to AP Rooftop on a Thursday afternoon in June. My party of three were the only customers at the bar. The bartender was extremely slow as she seemed completely preoccupied by her 'prep' work. It took an inordinate amount of time for her to return to take our order. I ordered the $25.00 AP Burger medium rare. It arrived 30 minutes later WELL DONE with a stale bun. Of course the bartender was no where to be found. I ate it and will not return.

Came with our 3 adults and 2 kids. The staff was very nice to the kids and the manager came over at least 5 times to make sure everything was good. We had the burger, chicken Milanese, and lamb ragu. Loved them all. Also we ordered too many cocktails and there were also awesome. Lastly this place has great ocean views and a really cool bar. If you can get a reservation, definitely try it out.

Mediocre food. Long wait. Had 6 pm reservation and tickets to 8pm show right outside restaurant. Server kept disappearing. Finally able to pay bill at 8:40. So many restaurant customers were able to freely access the venue, limiting the seating for those who paid close to $50 per ticket. Learned our lesson. Will not be repeat customers.

I was super excited to try this place out. I lived in Asbury for 10 years and now just down the road. I have bartended at many of the most popular places in town. I ordered a $14 glass of rosè with ice. The server came out with the bottle and advised me there was a typo on the menu and it was actually $15 okaaaay... $1 whatever. He proceeded to pour me the smallest $15 glass of wine. My friend took it to the bartender and was like was this a mistake? The manager then came over and proceeded to explain to me and my friends (all experienced bartenders) how a 6oz glass of wine is properly poured. Okay girl.... Bye. They took the $1 typo off the bill for the inconvenience and I never got the ice. Needless I wont be back and I will be letting everyone I know not to go as well. Do better.

Beautiful restaurant and great service. Just such a pretty spot with a more diverse menu than other Mcloone's properties. Food was tasty.

This place was lively and had a beautiful interior. Great addition to the area. The drinks were delicious and came out quickly. The food was also delicious. We got the Naan tacos and meatball and loved them both.

Love this place ...have come back 4 times....great vibe........great service and interesting menu ........worth the trip !

Overall just underwhelming. My friend and I ordered a pizza to share and it was soggy. It could have been cooked more given it is KNOWN for its smoked pizza (not a single char on that dough) Overpriced meal if I'm being honest but good table service and ambiance for any occasion.

Nice hostess sat us down. Place was empty. Countless employees walking around. Not one of them bothered to help us. No water, no drinks, no thing. After 10 minutes we got up and left. Nobody even asked or bothered to stop 4 of us! Mgmt should be embarrassed and ashamed.

Excellent food and service, waitstaff was wonderfully patient with my change of mind during my meal. Wonderful dirty martini, highly recommend the strawberry salad. Yum. Pistachios, strawberries, radishes, and I added rare skirt steak Was allowed to take a serving of five pastries home. Yum

Rude!!! The hostess yesterday was not very kind . Yesterday my husband and I decided to spend the holiday in Asbury Park . I love the culture and atmosphere of the beach , the boardwalk, and the beautiful restaurants. I had asked a couple leaving the rooftop if they enjoyed and there reply was " Beautiful. Enjoyed the drinks and the view". So I was excited walking into the gorgeous lobby area . We encountered 2 hostess's, who were gracious and very kind as they directed us to the elevators. Well as we were coming off the elevator, we encountered patrons who raved , they had a great time as well . Welp walking to the hostess stand , I could see the rudeness from a mile away . The hostess was tall with brown hair and a slightly pale complexion. The hostess did not smile , was not welcoming actually was quite unsettling her facial expression. Welp I knew then this may go either way . We asked if we could have a table outside to order drinks . The hostess looked at myself and my husband and clearly stated , " Do you have a reservation ?". We were not aware of the reservation policy as we encountered the two hostess's downstairs in the lobby and either informed us of the reservation especially on July 4, 2024, when patrons and beach goers head to the Jersey Shore . We clearly were trying to have a cocktail or two , and enjoy the beautiful views of Asbury Park . I graciously looked at her replied , " No we do not . We were wondering if we may have drinks outside at one of the tables ". The agitated hostess's reply ", We are taking reservations at this time ." Now I'm sure she profiled my husband and I , due to her facial expression and bad attitude , which she displayed immediately. My husband and I , turned on our heels and left to enter another restaurant where we were treated much better . P.S. I will be writing a Google review as well in regards to the hostess on the rooftop . And also writing to whomever manages the rooftop . The other two hostesses in the lobby were so nice , they actually need to be on the rooftop , welcoming patrons :)

The atmosphere was great. We sat at a high top and looked out at a disgruntled ocean. Beautiful. Our server, Abby (Abbie?) was wonderful. Spent time talking with us, over all, a very good server. The food? Eh. Skirt steak tasted good, but was chewy. Salmon was ok. Typical McCloone's food. We realized there was no veggie with the steak, and no starch with the salmon. If we wanted either of these, add $10 each to the bill. Happy we went to see the new venue, but nothing urging us to return.

Ate here with 2 friends on a Saturday night in December. The ambiance is beautiful! You overlook the ocean, it's beautifully decorated and it was a cozy ambiance with Christmas lights and the fireplace. The food was ok. We had the cheese board and the olives- they were both very good. We also had the chicken Milanese and lobster roll. The lobster roll was good, but the Milanese was ok- chicken was a bit thick. Our waitress was not the friendliest, did not tell us what the specials were or offer to show us the dessert board. We only knew they existed due to seeing/ hearing other tables with a different server getting them. I'd go back because of the ambiance and maybe another server would provide better service- may have been just an off night.

Spectacular views of Ocean. Heirloom bread is great. Good is good enough. Service was very sloooow.

Came here in early July, a couple weeks after they opened. Ambiance is lovely. Service was friendly. Food & drinks are fine. It's another McLoone's restaurant on the Asbury Park Boardwalk so expect similar fare to Robinson's Ale House & The Iron Whale, meaning the food is okay. They try to elevate their menu but the quality is usually on par to catered wedding food (since that's what they usually do). I ordered the lobster caldo, which was a bit of a risk, but it was admittedly decent (although "caldo" means broth & this was basically just half a lobster over pasta). Lobster was a bit overcooked, but still tasted good. We also got a couple of dips to start. Again, fine. Seems like something I can whip up at home though (literally-- one was just whipped feta). The "accouterment" they use as dippers included store-bought pita bread & slices of bell pepper with the membranes intact, which was a little underwhelming. But at least the dips were tasty. Cocktails were a mixed bag. Some worked (Melon of Troy-- I liked the melon juice) better than others (Down & Dirty-- could barely taste the giardiniera, which was misspelled on the menu btw). I give the mixologist credit for trying something interesting though. I wouldn't suggest ordering too adventurously here. The table next to us got pizza & it looked & smelled great. I would probably stick to that next time. McLoone's excels in ambiance, since they're so used to hosting weddings. AP Rooftop is no exception. It's a beautiful space & a decent boardwalk offering, but don't expect a world class meal. Side note, I would really love to see better caliber restaurants on the Asbury Park Boardwalk. Instead we just get a load of McLoone's & BarCo Brand restaurants b/c they're in tight with the Madison Marquette people. I heard we could have gotten some STARR restaurants opening up but Madison Marquette didn't want them. Depressing. But again, the views are great here.

Worst experience I have ever had. A waiter dropped a tray of ketchup and food that ruined my expensive sneakers. Instead of doing the right thing I was handed a card and told we will handle your dry cleaning. This was unacceptable and escalated to the point the police came to diffuse the situation. The GM and Asst GM could have diffused the situation but continued with an unacceptable way to treat a customer. Instead of owning the bad experience the GM refused to cover the cost of what was damaged. Ultimately a portion of our bill was covered which ultimately should have been done from the beginning. Leadership does not grow on trees and this was just an example of someone with little to no leadership experience. This review is 100% about the experience and terrible service. I will never recommend this establishment and will tell this experience to everyone that will listen on every platform available. We did end up paying majority of the bill and even tipped the same server on principle.

We enter off the boardwalk side and saw a sign saying the rooftop was upstairs. First time here and we had made a reservation and were seated right away. No problems at the host stand which several people had said. The restaurant inside was beautiful. They also have outdoor seating. Ordered the down and dirty martini to start which wasn't completely what i I expected. It had an ingredient (which I should have looked up) that definitely had a little kick. Got the oysters to start which were fine but quite pricey at $34. We ordered the lobster Caldo which was good but hard to eat without a smaller fork to get the rest of the lobster out. They did start it for us but it wasn't easy to get the meat out. They should definitely give an additional utensil to help. There was also a substantial amount of oil under the pasta in the dish. We also got the skirt steak medium rare, which came out medium well and the orzo was extremely salty. When going to the bathroom, the garbages were overflowing, the stalls had open toilet paper wrappers everywhere and there were no paper towels. They definitely need someone to stay on top of the bathrooms better. I think this place has potential but a few kinks need to be ironed out.

Great ambience, sweet server. Meatball very dry with a tiny dot of ricotta and sad, soggy bread. Truffle fries so salty I was wiping them down with my hands to be edible, got out of my chair looked like it got snowed on. Ordered a spicy margarita, they don't use real peppers but a jalepeno flavored tequila. Isn't spicy at all and I asked beforehand if it would be. Noticed a lady at the bar complaining about her spicy margarita and the bartender cutting up a jalepeno so I took the chance and asked the bartender if she could make mine spicy. She took two slices and just put them in my drink and didn't even try to shake the cocktail. Then she proceeded to tell the other guest she was being lazy. The lady ended up returning her drink & came up to tell me.

Been waiting for 2 years for this venue to open. The view is amazing. Very nice inside. Went to the bar on Thursday night. Nice cocktail menue. Great ambiance. We today for lunch, and we had a few pizzas. The shiitake mushroom pizza was to die for. Then the smoked pepperon. Loved it. Just a nice relaxing afternoon overlooking the beach. And our waiter, Jared was the best.