Tavern On The Bay - Somers Point

The outdoor chairs were in poor condition, and we had to wait nearly an hour for our appetizers. The waiter warned us that "the kitchen was really backed up," which led to us not being asked for our dinner orders until well over half an hour had passed. Another table requested more bread after experiencing a similarly long wait for their food, only to be told there would be an extra charge. We overheard other tables complaining about missing food as well. On a positive note, the drinks were enjoyable. I would consider sitting outside to soak in the atmosphere with a drink, but the long wait for food just isn’t worth it.

We visited in September, which is off-season, but during the peak season, this area tends to get quite crowded. We sat indoors and enjoyed a fantastic view through the large windows. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor bar and dining areas. Our server was attentive and friendly. While the drink menu was somewhat limited, the food was tasty. They also have live bands on weekends, so it seems like a lively spot. Overall, the staff were all very pleasant.

Our server, Tracey, provided exceptional service, and the venue had a beautiful view. However, the food, including the chef's offerings and the overall quality from the purveyor, left something to be desired. Given the quality, the prices felt quite high. The restaurant was surprisingly empty for a Friday night, especially considering that nearby competitors were much busier. I'm hesitant to return or recommend this place.

Bar tender felt it necessary to tell us his life story, including how he was out on an injury and asked back early, way too much information from my liking. Outside was beautiful and our waiter was excellent a little pricey

The time on ordering to food on the table was extremely long and the server said multiple times that the food was on its' way.