Serenity Cafe
| Address: | 2008 Route 37 E # 6, Toms River, NJ 08753, USA |
| Phone: | +1 732-270-2088 |
| Site: | theserenitycafe.com |
| Rating: | 3.6 |
| Working: | Closed 11:30AM–2PM 11:30AM–2PM 11:30AM–2PM 11:30AM–2PM 5:30–8PM Closed |
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Reviews 22
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Isabel Lilue
Not at good experience. I went to this restaurant with 11 people. Several people requested the Halibut entree, which is supposed to be one of their specialties; after about 10 minutes, the waitress informed us that there were only 3 halibut orders left. I then opted for Mussels, which were only offered as an appetizer. I asked whether I could have the mussels in a white sauce as an entre, over linguini, and then to tell me the price. It took a long time to get our dinners, which is alright as we were a big group. We asked for more bread and had to ask two more times before it was brought. When they finally started serving, my dish came with red sauce and no linguini. OK, I finally got my dinner, which was mediocre and one third of the mussels didnt open. I asked for a tablespoon for the pasta and the waitress came back with a teaspoon. When I told her I wanted a tablespoon, she said they were not available. Later I got two tablespoons. When I asked the waitress to tell me the price of my dish she told me to "stop giving her a hard time". After paying the bill, I requested to speak with the manager. After I related all of the above to her she said that I did give the waitress a hard time. Never an apology, just an arrogant attitude. I will not go back and neither will any of the other guests.
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Laura Sargent
New Years Eve dinner for $72.each was a total disappointment. Encrusted (tasteless) halibut became soggy halibut because they served it over tasteless mashed potatoes. The fish blended with the mashed potatoes. Yuk! After voicing our concerns to the manager, the only thing she did was take our main entree away (which was mostly uneaten). Did not offer another substitute. Really---for $72! Our other entree was served with the wrong potatoes (mashed again) and only when we mentioned something to the waitress, was that changed. Now I remembered why I havent returned there for a few years.
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Maddalena Nava
The atmosphere is great. Appetizers were great. Was very disappointed that something on the regular menu was no longer available. If it was a special, I could understand running out. The service was okay. The server hardly ever came by to see how things were and we had to search for our own wine opener cause she never came by to open our wine. Entrees were okay, not the best. Prices are reasonable.
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jcannel53
Menu changed the day we arrived. Entrees were not as indicated on the web site. Veal Napoleon indicates "veal cutlet" as the meat course. Came out with tough thick veal slices. By no means were the slices considered "cutlets". We were all misled. I sent my meal back and received not even a free coffee in return. Six in my party will never return or recommend this café!!!!!!!!!!!
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Linda Keene
Went to a party there. Waitress was pleasant. Had a few appetizers , coconut shrimp and the southwestern egg rolls were good but the crabcakes tastes like bread balls and the flat bread very dry. The sandwiches and wraps were soggy. Was offered 3 kinds of salad, they all had the same flavor. Over all not to impressed.
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James Everett
My family and I have been a customer for years and have never had a bad meal. I have also used Greg for several family celebrations and have never been disappointed with the meal or the service ! Great place to dine !
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William Simmons
Absolutely love this place. Menu changes regularly, food is fantastic and prices are good. The presentation on the plates is always interesting and the sauces are superb. This is my favorite restaurant by far!
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Mary Ciandella
Made reservations and had to wait 35 min past the time. Food was average , nothing spectacular that I would say I would come back for . They ran out of my first choice so i settled for a different meal.
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John Meiman
A revolving menu of innovative appetizers, entrees and desserts makes this unassuming gem of a restaurant one of the few "finds" in the greater Toms River area... you wont be disappointed.
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rob livingston
Simply put? You never want to have the same thing twice because you will want to try something new... their menu is always changing with stuff that is better than your last meal there.
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Frank B
love the menu changing..always have a great meal. Jeannette and Greg have a great staff on hand. Highly recommend Serenity.
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Clifton Baldwin
Great food. BYOB. Several seafood options. Great for lunch or dinner, although dinner requires a reservation
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Janice Rehfuss
Love this place. Everyone is friendly. I always get an excellent cut and color when I go there
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Pat Terentz
We were at a 90th birthday party for my Aunt. Service was great and the food was wonderful.
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Gregory Wallace Sr
Menu changes every 3 to 4 weeks. We have never been disappointed.
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Jeff, Lisa Kadens
The food is a little ecletic but very good, staff is friendly.
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Brian Berzinskis
Like going there but very busy in the summer.
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Joseph Mcintyre
Best restaurant in ocean and monmouth county
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Robert Ott
best of the best in ocean county.
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Aimee Trombino
Excellent food and staff!!!!!
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Cody Vassallo
Great eclectic menu!
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Kathy Shadiack
Always a great meal
