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The Rum Runner, Sea Bright, NJ

The Rum Runner

4.5
4.5
2699 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
816 Ocean Ave, Sea Bright, NJ 07760

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions

Welcome to the rebuilt, redesigned, and re-imagined Rum Runner! Although a lot has changed over the years, we still look to provide you and your family with same great experience you have come to remember and love. As always, we are featuring exquisite cuisine, paired wine, and creative drinks. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Daniel Kane
  • Catering
    Off Site Catering Orders are accepted. Please check out our website for additional information. <br />
  • Private party facilities
    The Rum Runner has multiple private event spaces with varying availability and minimums.
  • Neighborhood
    Sea Bright
  • Parking details
    Click here to schedule your Uber today.https://www.uber.com/ride/Parking in our lot is limited. Sea Bright does offer public lots as well. Please plan accordingly.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Ala Carte Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for Brunch from 11:00am- 3:00pm every Saturday and Sunday to enjoy espresso martini flights, bottomless mimosas, breakfast skillets and more! Looking forward to seeing you soon.
  • Wine Wednesdays!

    Multiple dates available
    Join us on Wednesdays at 4pm or later to indulge in a bottle of J Lohr wine and a cheese board for $40! Wine Wednesdays will be offered throughout the entire restaurant, so whether you would like to sit at the bar, a cocktail table by the fire or a window table overlooking the Shrewsbury River, we have a spot for you! Looking forward to seeing you soon.
  • Sonoma-Cutrer Wine Dinner

    $115.00 per person

    May 20, 2025 only
    We hope to see you on May 20th for a wine dinner to enjoy our carefully crafted menu that pairs each course with the perfect match of wine. A Sonoma-Cutrer representative will walk you through the history of the wines and flavors that you will experience. We hope to see you there!

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Tue - Thu - 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM,Fri - 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM
    Join us for Happy Hour at our Main bar! Half priced appetizers and drink specials Tuesday-Friday 3-6pm and all day Mondays

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What 2,699 people are saying

The Rum Runner reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Jersey

    Great for scenic views

  • Monmouth

    Great for brunch

  • Monmouth

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Rum Runner offers "amazing views" and a "beautiful atmosphere" with excellent service, making it a favorite for special occasions. Guests love the "delicious food," including seafood, steak, and brunch options. The cocktail and wine menu receives high praise, and the sunset views enhance the dining experience.

2,699 Reviews
  1. william VIP

    Richmond35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best sunset on the jersey shore. Great service and food

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  2. Greg

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a nice view and great food for the holidays.

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  3. Teresa

    New Jersey1 review

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    I was very disappointed in the Easter Brunch. The food was not fresh. The trays were not restocked and empty trays were still there and looked terrible. There was food all over the floor and nobody was cleaning it up while there were 5 people behind the front desk doing absolutely nothing. Although the restaurant itself is very nice with a beautiful view that was the only nice thing about it. I will never go there for Easter again

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  4. Jeffrey VIP

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious Buffet! Would definitely recommend. Will return.

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  5. Carolyn

    New York City19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing views in a beautiful building. Upscale cruise ship vibes. Very nice servers. Rum Runner drink is tasty! We liked the wings, lobster guacamole, chopped salad and the fish & chips. The sunset here is spectacular.

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  6. Jack

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Cocktail menu, great wine list (Not overpriced), good beer selection, as well. Calamari appetizer was excellent as were the Veal Porterhouse and Dark and Stormy Pork Chop.

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  7. ROBERT VIP

    New York City85 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food Great service (I think our servers name was Jessica) Will def be back!!

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  8. James VIP

    New Jersey28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I enjoyed a delicious dinner while watching a beautiful sunset.

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  9. Annellen VIP

    New York City188 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a delight to eat here. Fireplsce kept us warm and cozy

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  10. Dawn

    New York City5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I hadn’t dined here in several years and was eager to return, fondly remembering the exceptional food. Unfortunately, my experience this time was disappointing—either my memory had embellished the quality, or the restaurant’s standards had declined. I ordered the almond-crusted tuna, which was served over rice pilaf with a teriyaki glaze. However, the so-called "crust" was more of a light almond sprinkle, lacking the substantial coating I had anticipated. Additionally, the tuna was served nearly raw, which caught me off guard since the waitress never inquired about my preferred level of doneness. The rice pilaf was another letdown, resembling something from a boxed mix or a frozen meal rather than a freshly prepared dish. It lacked flavor and had an overly soft, almost mushy texture. The teriyaki glaze, which should have added depth to the dish, tasted artificial—likely from a pre-made mix—further detracting from the overall experience. Moreover, placing the glaze beneath the rice made for an odd and unappealing presentation. Considering the price point, there are far too many restaurants offering superior quality and better execution. Sadly, this visit did not live up to my expectations.

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FAQs

The Rum Runner offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 842-2894.

The Rum Runner is rated 4.5 stars by 2699 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. New Jersey
  4. Monmouth
  5. Sea Bright

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Rum Runner

816 Ocean Ave, Sea Bright, NJ 07760

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Sea Bright
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Click here to schedule your Uber today.https://www.uber.com/ride/Parking in our lot is limited. Sea Bright does offer public lots as well. Please plan accordingly.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Daniel Kane
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Off Site Catering Orders are accepted. Please check out our website for additional information. <br />
  • Private party facilities
    The Rum Runner has multiple private event spaces with varying availability and minimums.
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