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pan roasted sea scallops - Blend on Main, Manasquan, NJ

Blend on Main

4.8 (3071)
$50 and over
Contemporary American
152 Main Street, Manasquan, NJ 08736

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Blend on Main

4.8
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Manasquan

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 26 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Welcome to Blend on Main — Coastal Comfort, Local Passion, Chef-Driven.

Located in the heart of beautiful downtown Manasquan, Blend on Main is more than a restaurant — it's a culinary experience. Led by Executive Chef Lou Smith, our menu is inspired by fresh, locally sourced ingredients and elevated with technique, heart, and a touch of coastal creativity.

We take pride in offering dishes that celebrate the seasons of the Jersey Shore, crafted in-house daily with the care and precision you'd expect from a scratch kitchen. Whether you're joining us for a crafted breakfast, lunch or dinner, or one of our signature tasting events, you'll find a warm atmosphere, professional service, and food that speaks for itself.

Be sure to visit blendonmain.com
to explore our special event menus, seasonal features & holiday menus, they're all updated regularly — and they're not to be missed.

Thank you for dining with us. We appreciate your business and can’t wait to serve you!

- Chef Lou

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 08:00–15:00 Breakfast Tue–Thu 10:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Lou Smith
  • Catering
    On Site or Off Site Catering and Event Planning, If you’re considering choosing us to provide the food on your big day, thank you. We shall put love into the preparation of the food for your event as you have into planning the rest of the occasion. We understand you want everything to be perfect and that’s a good thing, because we do too.
  • Private party facilities
    On Site or Off Site Catering and Event Planning, If you’re considering choosing us to provide the food on your big day, thank you. We shall put love into the preparation of the food for your event as you have into planning the rest of the occasion. We understand you want everything to be perfect and that’s a good thing, because we do too.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Manasquan
  • Cross Street
    Rt 71
  • Parking Details
    Ample parking is available behind our restaurant and can be found by following the driveway on the east side of our building.<br />
  • Public transport
    Manasquan train station is 100 yards away
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Blend on Main.

4.8

4.8
(3071)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Monmouth

    Best Service

  • Monmouth

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blend on Main offers "delicious food" with a "great menu" featuring standout dishes like "tuna bites" and "Marry Me Chicken." The service is often "attentive and friendly," creating a "wonderful dining experience." Its cozy atmosphere is ideal for celebrations, and the BYOB option adds a personal touch.
3,071 Reviews
  1. Albert Gold

    New Mexico106 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best in town and all around here. Have never had a bad meal only excellence. I have made the trifecta 2x this month because I bring my friends here everytime anyone want a good breakfast lunch or dinner. We do go other places and this is still the place we come back to because it is consistently Great. We had the tuna bites and the duck with bubble and squeak both dinners and I can’t even describe how delish it was

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  2. Sharon

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    we were drawn in by a free entree. Enjoyed our meal(s) and chatting with people at the next table.

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  3. Peter

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food selections, professional service and friendly atmosphere. Blend is our go-to place for an excellent meal and dining experience.

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  4. Adrienne Gold

    New York City96 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dining experience! Food quality, service level (fabulous!), ambience - all perfect. Thanks for a lovely dinner.

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  5. Sharon Gold

    New York City66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always the food was delicious and the service excellent! we had the asian calamari to start, which is always great and for dinner we had Lou’s special marry me chicken and mussels over pasta. Everything was great and I love his mini jelly donuts!

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  6. Gerry Gold

    New Jersey77 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Tom was a very courteous and professional server, with just the right amount of both.

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  7. Andrew

    New Jersey2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had 9 people in our party and every single person raved about the food. Appetizers, entrees and dessert were just perfect! We haven't been in a long time, but already can't wait to go back. Service was fantastic and staff could not be nicer.

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  8. Albert Gold

    New Mexico106 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner at The Blend was one of my favorite dinners ever. We started off with the tuna bites…AWESOME…calamari was always our fav but now we are enjoying these just as much. Our entrees were the duck special with the bubble and squeak. If u have never had this you need to go there ASAP and get thjs. Cooked to perfection…seasoned just right. No heavy sauces to cover the flavor..just perfection. This is our go to spot. We feel so fortunate to have a place as great as this within walking distance. Love it!

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  9. Tom

    New York City2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 22 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Pasta recipe not prepared as noted on menu. queen cut Prime rib excellent

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  10. Mike Gold

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore102 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the caedar salad, chocolate dessert, chicken entrée, salmon entrée, and the tuna app. Great service and atmosphere as well.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Fri–Sun 08:00–15:00 Breakfast Tue–Thu 10:00–15:00 Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Lou Smith
  • Catering
    On Site or Off Site Catering and Event Planning, If you’re considering choosing us to provide the food on your big day, thank you. We shall put love into the preparation of the food for your event as you have into planning the rest of the occasion. We understand you want everything to be perfect and that’s a good thing, because we do too.
  • Private party facilities
    On Site or Off Site Catering and Event Planning, If you’re considering choosing us to provide the food on your big day, thank you. We shall put love into the preparation of the food for your event as you have into planning the rest of the occasion. We understand you want everything to be perfect and that’s a good thing, because we do too.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Manasquan
  • Cross Street
    Rt 71
  • Parking Details
    Ample parking is available behind our restaurant and can be found by following the driveway on the east side of our building.<br />
  • Public transport
    Manasquan train station is 100 yards away
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

FAQs

The Big Chop, the grilled bone-in pork chop, is a frequent favorite, with multiple guests praising the pork chop on visits and it appearing on the current dinner menu.

Yes, Blend on Main publishes seasonal features, special event menus and holiday menus that are updated regularly, and guests report rotating daily/weekly specials.

Yes, Blend on Main is often chosen for anniversaries and special evenings, with an intimate dining room, fireplace seating and multi-course menus that many guests celebrate.

Blend on Main offers a warm, casual‑elegant, coastal-comfort dining room, a cozy space with a fireplace and a friendly, professional vibe, while the smaller back room can feel quieter and more private.

For a quieter meal try a Thursday night, one guest said their Thursday visit (before the summer rush) was “very quiet.” Many diners also praise the Sunday crew for outstanding service and a relaxed experience.

Yes, Blend on Main runs signature tasting events and occasional specials; guests mention a $45 three‑course Valentine’s menu, BOGO filet offers, and weekly specials like Thursday roast/prime‑rib nights.

Come hungry, guests frequently describe portions as generous, noting very large plates and steaks substantial enough that diners often take halves home.

Yes, Blend on Main is welcoming to families: staff have prepared special kid meals and guests report attentive service for children, plus the restaurant regularly hosts family events like baptism luncheons and bridal‑showers.

Yes, the menu includes vegetarian dishes (Veggie Burger, Veggie Frittata, Vegetable Benedict) and gluten-free choices (sides marked gluten free and items offered on gluten‑free toast), and guests praise thoughtful gluten‑free selections.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, everyday attire is appropriate and nothing formal is required.

Sunday is a standout, multiple guests rave about the Sunday crew and service; Thursday evenings also get praise for specials and a quieter small room before the summer rush.

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Blend on Main

4.8
$50 and over
Contemporary American
Manasquan

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 26 times today
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