A New Jersey Classic Bahr's

The Jersey Shore is a pretty tough area. It has survived superstorms and pirates, beach erosion and overbuilding. One restaurant that reflects that solidity is Bahr's a classic must eat at in the Atlantic Highlands.it has been around for decades with generations of the same family serving classic seafood dishes and ones that reflect the family's heritage.

Bahr's Restaurant started back in 1917 when founders John Bahrs and his wife Florence  served simple meals to fishermen. John was familiar with the sea, being the son of a tall ship captain and he knew how the fresh sea ar could increase a seaman's appetite. They started out with their famous clam chowder along with stews and the catch of the day. Their were also breakfasts consisting of fried eels, scrambled eggs and buckwheat pancakes. As the decades progressed, the menu got bigger, Shrimp, lobster and clams were added as were sandwiches , ham and chicken. An out door stand, called Moby's was built on the other side of the parking lot , which attracts a younger crowd yearning for a quick hot dog or just a fresh boiled lobster and fries.

Nowadays Bahr's is the perfect restaurant when visiting the start of the Jersey shore. Located directly behind Sandy Hook , it offers beautiful views of the Navasink River along with the ocean on the other side of the Sandy Hook peninsula. The food is a mix of seafood and classic German (perhaps a nod to the areas famed but defunct Hofbrau Haus). Their broiled lobster is heavenly, meaty and cooked to perfection. There is also  several varieties of shrimp and tilapia dishes along with their famed giant crab cakes and shrimp platters. Bahr's also features the German specialties of potato pancakes , bratwurst and knockwurst along with traditional sauerbraten and weinerschintzel. These are only served from December to June.Every meal starts off with flaky buttermilk biscuits and butter- a pure bonus to go with the amazing dishes.

The jersey Shore will last and survive. The same is true for one of its' gems- Bahrs. It is a great place for both the views and its delicious platters. Make sure you visit it during your next trip to the northenr Jersey shore. The restaurant  truly is a treat.