Bareli's By the Sea - Spring Lake

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   JimS

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Delicious food was presented by a great wait staff that were prompt courteous and attentive. Would highly recommend this restaurant. Prices are high but the food view and staff made it someplace we will definitely eat at again and recommend to others.

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2. MR

   MadisonR

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Good and service was amazing as per usual… it continues to stay as one of my favorite restaurants! Highly recommend!!

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3. LA

   LAURAL

   New York Area

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall4food4service3ambience5

   This was the second time we were at Barelli’s. The first time was amazing on every level! This time I ordered the Gorgonzola Stuffed Figs (as I did the first time being that they were outstanding), however for some reason it was not as good! They were cool rather than hot and a bit more soggy. The service was very slow too! Not sure if maybe it was just an off night. I would recommend them because other than this experience with the Figs, the food is excellent. And despite it being slow on service, the staff is extremely friendly and upbeat!

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   mopini

   New York Area

   3 reviews

   4.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

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   Very good seafood. Noisy restaurant but food was quite good. Loved the spicy clam dish with homemade pasta

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5. DR

   DRCG

   New York Area

   5 reviews

   3.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall3food5service4ambience4

   I would not call the noise level Energetic - Deafening would be more accurate. It was almost impossible to have a conversation at the table. Would recommend but not if you are looking for a quiet night out. Wine list prices are almost 4X retail prices - this is a bit excessive. Corkage fee is a reasonable $25/bbl. This is the way to go. Prepare to be there a very long time. Time elapsed from end of appetizer to receiving entree was over an hour.

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6. PV

   PattiV

   New York Area

   13 reviews

   vip
   1.0

   13 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

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   Can’t comment on the food because after one hour and forty five minutes we did not have any dinner. Asked manager what the issue was. Many excuses. Those around us ate and finished. He said they did not have appetizers but unfortunately we watched them eat their apps. I believe our dinner orders were never placed ( just pasta). The lovely water bread person cleared our table of bread, butter, oil and all silverware with the app dishes and crumbed the tables as tho we were done. But - no dinner. Shame, might have been good but will never go back or recommend.

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7. JP

   JaneP

   New York Area

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

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   Our waitress was great, food was fabulous. Meal took a little long, but we did not mind can’t wait to go back

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8. PC

   PatC

   San Antonio

   5 reviews

   3.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

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   Waiting over an hour for our meal to be served was not delightful… I realize there are problems with hiring but then so many people shouldn’t be booked at once.

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   Shea

   New York Area

   53 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   53 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Best double cut pork chop in the county. Third time having it, always awesome. Tri color salad with fresh strawberries also a total winner as is their black squid homemade spaghetti in a red sauce with a kick. That’s usually the “bed” upon which a shelled 2 lb lobster sits, another amazing dish. Special Black Sea bass with broccolini was very good. Sat outside, nice table but the flies were out that night, so that was the only down side. Great place to dine then walk the beach or the boards.

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    Food is fantastic tho a bit overpriced. It was a hot night and the ac was not doing it. Our server was obviously hot and bothered. The support staff, especially Isabella, was amazing. She needs a promotion as she’d make the perfect server. Inside is a bit cramped but on a busy summer night I wouldn’t expect anything less. Eggplant parm and pistachio ricotta cheese cake are my fave go to. And try the Sangria!

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11. NM

    NjMama01

    New York Area

    124 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    124 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    Typically good Italian food.

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12. G

    Gigi

    Cleveland

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Lovely place for a meal with friends! We sat at an outdoor table & enjoyed a nearly 3 hour lunch. Service was great!

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    Traceyw

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Beautiful setting, great service, delicious food!

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    Baxter

    Philadelphia

    41 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on 7 August 2022

    overall3food4service4ambience4

    We have had many great meals at Bareli’s, but last night was not one of them. We waitied 35 minutes after we checked in for our reservation. Our server was great, but overall service was very slow. My husband ordered the Angry Lobster (which he has had many times) and told our server he did not want it prepared table side. The serving had 5+ claws and did not have ant tail meat. The manager came over and was very professional. Hoping this was just an off night. We’ll be back and try again.

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15. JM

    JamesM

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 7 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    EXCELLENT FOOD & EXCELLENT SERVICE ALWAYS...GREAT MENU ...PERFECT SETTING !

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16. MZ

    MicheleZ

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 6 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful as always. Our waitress was incredible and the food delicious. Most special was the fabulous entertainer Zack Alexander! Old Blue Eyes is back! Thank you for a wonderful evening. Can’t wait to return.

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17. DL

    DonL

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 August 2022

    overall3food4service4ambience2

    food and service very good. but noise level indoors made it very difficult to carry on conversation, particularly with a singer, who seemed an unnecessary distraction. they might consider steps to muffle noise somewhat, perhaps plants and such. otherwise, ask for table on porch.

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18. KS

    KellyS

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 6 August 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience3

    Noise level dining inside made it impossible to have a conversation. There was a singer who was very loud - it was certainly not background music.

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19. M

    Money

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    An excellent restaurant with a wonderful ambiance. The food was superb; the calamari was moist, yet crisp and flavorful. The Sea Bass was delicious, along with the broccolini. Lauren, our server, was most pleasant. So were the others who provide service during the course of the meal.

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20. DG

    DavidG

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 5 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food, drinks and service. Interior is really nice and nice to be able to see the ocean from the sun room and porch seating.

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21. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 4 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great meal

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22. KD

    KDNYC

    New York Area

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined on 4 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Our server and bus person were wonderful! So cheerful and pleasant. Food was delicious. Salads very fresh.

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23. S

    Shamrock

    Atlantic City

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 3 August 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    The food was excellent and the atmosphere was very nice.

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24. CZ

    CarolZ

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 2 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The menu, including the daily specials, offered a nice selection of meat and fish entrees. We started our meal with with a salad which the three of us shared and then had the salmon, sea bass and pork chop entrees. All the dishes were delicious! Additionally the service was very good and the staff was attentive.

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25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 August 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Beautiful place no Rif raf delish food and great service

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26. MK

    MattK

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 August 2022

    overall1food2service4ambience2

    Our order did not come out correctly or at the same time as others in our party Plus tables are very close together and lots of kids yelling, playing games and videos without headphones. Plus the added credit card surcharge when they charge $25 for a glass of wine is sleazy That said the food was fine.

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27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 31 July 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    Table was perfect. Food service very slow, but good quality

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 July 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    This is a great local place. The food is very good. Our server was excellent. I had fig stuffed with blue cheese and my friends and I shared stuffed pork chop. My friends had fried clams. The food was really good. Post Covid prices are high. Appetizer $18. The noise level is high. All in all I give this restaurant 4 stars. I will be back

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29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 31 July 2022

    overall3food3service2ambience5

    Pros- Awesome table by the ocean. Open air, lovely scene. Cons- Our waiter kept forgetting to check on us. Crazy pricing- get inflation, but $29 for lobster bisque at lunch? Maybe we caught them on an off day. Our food was nothing to write home about.

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30. A

    Alex

    Atlantic City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 30 July 2022

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    Amazing dinner Saturday night. Crabmeat avocado was awesome, as was tuna tartar! Oysters were fantastic. Even tricolor salad was top notch. Service was impeccable. And, love music made the experience that much better. One of the best meals!

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31. DK

    DianeK

    New York Area

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 30 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Friendly staff that works well together. Food is excellent although the calamari was tough this time. My third visit and I will be going again! We recommend the pork voldestano, lobster ravioli or eggplant parmigiana and for dessert, the tartufo. Enjoy the beautiful outside garden on your way in and out!

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32. DL

    DarlaL

    Atlantic City

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 30 July 2022

    overall3food5service5ambience5

    Super expensive. Have been going here for years, prices have tripled. But the food and service are excellent.

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33. B

    Bethfrommanycities

    Washington DC

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 30 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    On the busiest of summer nights, we were shown excellent hospitality by the staff. Our host was welcoming and efficient. Our server was phenomenal bringing drinks and food and checking in periodically at just the right times. We actually felt that she was glad we were there and was happy to help us enjoy a great evening. And the singer was fantastic! Beautiful voice and classic songs. Excellent bustling atmosphere all around.

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34. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 29 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Birthday celebration, great food. Service overall great

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    dine2delight

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 28 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Service and food were excellent. The singer was great and we really enjoyed his voice and song choices. Was a great night celebrating my husband’s birthday

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36. J

    Johnlm

    New York Area

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 28 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We won a gift card to Bareli’s by the Sea about three years ago, and we have been a regular customer ever since. The food and service is always excellent. We have never been disappointed. Regular menu is great, but the page of specials makes choosing difficult. Worth a try if you like fine dining.

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37. CP

    CarleeP

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 27 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We love Barelis! Always good food and drinks and nice view.

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38. BR

    BRIAND

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 27 July 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience5

    Food was excellent and the service was great. Unfortunately the extremely long wait for the main entree was unacceptable for a restaurant like this. Apologies were offered along with nice round of drinks.

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39. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 26 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    Absolutely wonderful time at Bareli's! We went for my dad's birthday. The busboy/bus lady were amazing to us. They were excited to be able to speak Spanish with us and told us how great the food is; they also took care of our water and provided great service all around. Our waitress was so much fun, enthusiastic and engaging. I privately requested a happy birthday song and they sang to him in Spanish! They even put my hat on his head like I asked! They really made it all special. Now, the food: AMAZE-BALLS!!!! Pork chops - perfect! Tiger shrimp - perfect! Olives - omg, they were so good. Creme Brulee - perfection! Chocolate cake - yummy! My only issue was the noise level, but damn, for service and food that good, no wonder there were so many people! They must attract great people because lots of other guests said happy birthday to my dad. Next time I am in town, I will definitely stop at Bareli's!

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40. Z

    Zimmergasse

    New England

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 24 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Food was excellent especially the branzino special! Also enjoyed the baked oysters. Service was friendly but professional. Lovely setting on the outdoor covered porch (inside was rather loud with the singer..).

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