Point Pleasant Beach is the quintessential Jersey Shore town, packed with fantastic attractions and beautiful seashore views. It’s also one of the best places in New Jersey to get some top-quality seafood – and it doesn’t get any better than The Shrimp Box. This iconic beachside seafood restaurant in NJ has built a reputation as a top family restaurant with incredible views of the water – but it wouldn’t have stood the test of time if the food didn’t live up to the hype. A classic steak-and-seafood menu is elevated with seasonal flavors, daily specials, and skilled preparations that make everything on your table taste as if it came directly from the ocean. Is it even a visit to Point Pleasant Beach if you don’t have dinner at The Shrimp Box? We say no – and after one meal here, we’re sure you’ll agree.

The iconic sign at The Shrimp Box lets you know you're at the Jersey Shore's most famous seafood restaurant.
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Inside, the nautical decor feels like a theme restaurant - but the starring attraction here is definitely the food.
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No matter what you get, the seafood will be fresh and delicious. The fish and chips are among the best in the state.
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However, if you want to taste The Shrimp Box at its best, go for the delicious grilled seafood. Mixed grills and sampler platters are perfect for an adventurous palate.
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Seasonal fish specials are also among the highlights here, with new flavor combinations debuting all the time.
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Even kids will be happy here, making their first foray into seafood with dishes like the indulgent lobster mac and cheese.
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The Shrimp Box also features the Outside the Box Patio Bar, a great place to grab a casual drink.
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Sipping one of the restaurant's signature cocktails while watching the sun set is a classic Jersey Shore experience.
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As night falls over the bay, there's no question that The Shrimp Box is the place to be in Point Pleasant Beach for fine seafood.
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Have you visited The Shrimp Box in Point Pleasant Beach? Let us know about your visit to this beachside seafood restaurant in NJ in the comments section. You can visit the official website and Facebook page of The Shrimp Box for more on what’s cooking now as the spring season ramps up. While you’re in Point Pleasant Beach, explore the charming town and discover why it often feels like the friendliest town in New Jersey.

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The Shrimp Box & Outside The Box Patio Bar, 75 Inlet Dr, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742, USA