Your Guide to Atlantic Highlands, NJ
- Bayshore + Beyond
- Aug 8, 2023
- 3 min read

Atlantic Highlands the beauty of the Bayshore. Home to stunning sunsets, great restaurants + shops. It is the perfect place to stroll First Ave + the beautiful waterfront.
Here is your Atlantic Highland's guide coming from a Bayshore local herself, me! As always be sure to follow me @bayshorebeyond
Things to do in Atlantic Highlands, NJ
Henry Hudson Trail
The Henry Hudson Trail runs through the entire Bayshore connecting each town. You can walk, run or ride your bike up + down the Bayshore hopping off in Atlantic Highlands to explore town.
Smodcastle Cinemas
Our famous Bayshore local Kevin Smith open Smodcastle Cinemas in Atlantic Highlands. Showing new movies, old movies + more. It is the quintessential small town movie theater.
Scope them out on Instagram: @smodcastlecinemas
Fishing Charters
The Raritan Bay + Ocean has been teaming with fish, with several fishing charters throughout the Bayshore, like Five Lines Fishing Charters + Captain Ron's Fisherman, where you can spend the day fishing on the water.
Whale Watching
I've been lucky enough to spot whales while on the beach, I can only imagine what you will see on a boat. Grab a ticket for Seastreak Whale Watching + enjoy wildlife from the sea.
Scope them out on Instagram: @seastreakwhalewatch

Little Chicken
The place to shop for your little one in Monmouth County. Little Chicken has custom apparel, accessories, cool tees & sweats! I love their patch bar where you can pick out patches to put on denim jackets, hats, bags + more! They even host events + birthday parties.
Scope them out on Instagram: @littlechickenkids
Places to Eat in Atlantic Highlands, NJ
Kunya Siam
When I crave Thai, my go to spot is Kunya Siam in Atlantic Highlands. The food is fresh, delicious + keeps me coming back for more. It is my favorite spot for Thai food in Monmouth County.

Zoe's Emilios Kitchen
In the middle of a neighborhood you will find one of the best spots to eat in Atlantic Highlands, Zoe's Emilio's Kitchen. They are cooking up authentic Mexican cuisine + it is delicious. They are now open for dinner!
Scope them out on Instagram: @zoesemilioskitchen
The Atlantic House
If you are looking for a great burger + casual dining dishes with a beautiful rooftop view The Atlantic House in Atlantic Highlands is the spot.
Scope them out on Instagram: @theatlantichousenj
Julio's Pizza
Two words - pickle pizza. Don't hate until you give it a try. If pickles aren't your thing Julio's in Atlantic Highlands has a great plain slice + more.
Scope them out on Instagram: @heyitsjulios
Monty's BBQ
If you are looking for BBQ at the Bayshore Monty's BBQ in Atlantic Highlands is the spot. You have your choice of ribs, pulled pork, brisket + more.
Scope them out on Instagram: @montysbbq
Nicholas Creamery
A Monmouth County ice cream staple. Nicholas Creamery is mixing up delicious small batch ice cream + always coming up with unique flavors. It is the perfect spot to grab a cone + stroll around Atlantic Highlands.
Scope them out on Instagram: @nicholascreamery
Places to Grab a Drink in Atlantic Highlands
Carton Brewing
Atlantic Highlands neighborhood brewery in a cool turn-of-the-century red brick warehouse. It is a great spot to hang out + enjoy one of their many craft beers.
Scope them out on Instagram: @cartonbrewing
On the Deck
A fun bar + restaurant with the best views in Atlantic Highlands. You can enjoy a meal or a fun weekend night at On the Deck.
Scope them out on Instagram: @otdrestaurant
As you read, there is SO much to do, eat, explore + more at the Bayshore. Follow me @bayshorebeyond for even more fun at the Bayshore + beyond.
NOTE: The Atlantic Highlands Guide will frequently be updated. The guide consists only of places that I have personally eaten or recommend. If you are not on the list + want me to come check out your business or restaurant, please email me at bayshorebeyond@gmail.com
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