Looking for the best brunch in Asbury Park, NJ? Whether you’re here for the summer or just in for the day, these brunch spots are worth your time. The brunch scene has evolved—expect chef-driven menus, farm-direct sourcing, and places where locals actually eat. We’ve tried them all. Here’s where to go.

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Where to Find the Best Brunch in Asbury Park

Cardinal Provisions

Run by chefs Grace Crossman and Laura Brahn, who met working at Porta before opening this spot in 2016. Everything is made in-house—bread, hot sauce, pastries. The breakfast sandwich on house-baked focaccia has a cult following for good reason.

Weekend lines hit 45 minutes. Weekdays are easier. The blueberry skillet cake is legendary. The gravlax with beet-horseradish cream cheese on an everything bagel is excellent. Check their Instagram for rotating sandwich specials. Strong vegan menu, and almost all baked goods are vegan.

What to Order:

• Cacio e Pepe Scrambled Eggs
• The Breakfast Sandwich
• Blueberry Skillet Cake
• Gravlax with beet-horseradish cream cheese

513 Bangs Ave., Asbury Park, NJ

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Talula’s

Started with a backyard wood-burning oven. Husband and wife team Steve and Shanti Mignogna built it, experimented, then opened Talula’s with the hearth at its heart. Everything is made in-house—pickles, ferments, ice cream, both dairy and vegan cheeses.

The sourdough crust is soft inside, charred outside. Beekeeper’s Lament (honey, hot pepper, ricotta) is what most people order. The mozzarella sticks are excellent. Make reservations or expect to wait 30+ minutes on weekends.

What to Order:

• Beekeeper’s Lament
• Ham & Brie Pizza
• Mozzarella Sticks
• Ricotta & Honey Toast

550 Cookman Ave., Asbury Park, NJ

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Pascal & Sabine

French brasserie that feels like you’ve left Asbury Park entirely. Dark, intimate space with live jazz during Sunday brunch and beignets that arrive in a wax paper bag.

The duck confit eggs benedict is the signature. The warm lobster roll is butter-poached perfection. The beignets come with house-made strawberry jam—hot, covered in powdered sugar, impossible to share. The frites with house mustard sauce are genuinely addictive. Complimentary valet on Sundays.

What to Order:

• Duck Confit Eggs Benedict
• Mushroom Tart
• Steak Frites with mustard sauce

601 Bangs Ave., Asbury Park, NJ

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Reyla

Contemporary Mediterranean and Middle Eastern from the team behind Barrio Costero. The brunch menu is thoughtful—mezze, grilled preparations, seasonal vegetables. Casual space downtown near Cookman, solid execution, strong pastry program.

What to Order:

• Salatim
• Shakshuka

603 Mattison Ave., Asbury Park, NJ

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AP Rooftop

If you’re taking out-of-towners to brunch and want to impress, this is the move. The ocean views are unobstructed and the boardwalk views have you wanting to linger for hours. The biscuits and gravy are excellent. Reservations essential on summer weekends.

What to Order:

• Biscuits and gravy

1300 Ocean Ave., Asbury Park, NJ

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Frank’s Deli & Restaurant

Operating since 1965. Same space, unchanged interior. Featured on Bourdain’s New Jersey Food Trail. The pork roll sandwich is what everyone orders. Tt’s a Jersey thing, and Frank’s has been making it the same way for 60 years. Cash is helpful.

What to Order:

• Pork roll egg sandwich
• Proper diner coffee

Memorial Dr. at Sunset Ave., Asbury Park, NJ

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FAQ: Brunch in Asbury Park, NJ

Do I need reservations?
Yes for Talula’s, Pascal & Sabine, and AP Rooftop on weekends. Cardinal, Frank’s, and Reyla are first-come, first-served.

Best for ocean views?
AP Rooftop. Unobstructed Atlantic views above Convention Hall.

Best for visitors?
AP Rooftop for views. Cardinal for the full Asbury experience.

Best weekday breakfast?
Cardinal. Weekday mornings are much easier than weekends.

Best brunch pizza?
Talula’s. Sourdough crust, creative toppings, strong vegan options.

Best French brunch?
Pascal & Sabine. Duck confit eggs benedict + frites.

Gluten-free options?
Talula’s makes dedicated GF Detroit-style pizzas.

Best for vegans?
Cardinal (most baked goods are vegan) or Talula’s (house-made vegan cheeses).

Classic Jersey breakfast?
Frank’s Deli. Pork roll sandwich since 1965.

Looking for more Asbury Park recommendations? Check out our guide to the best coffee shops in Asbury Park or where to stay in Asbury Park.