Surf Bbq in Rumson

I've been all over the state of NJ looking for good barbecue. Now the best is only 10 minutes from my house. The Pastrami Short Rib and brisket are both must haves. Slow smoked and delicious. And I know it's only a side, but THE BEST collard greens I've ever had.

Great food menu and craft beer lineup!! The BEST burger in the area!!

Well it sure was perfect not to Smokey and tender meats

This place was really good! I loved the atmosphere, waitstaff was very friendly and polite, we didnt wait forever for service, food, or drinks. The bourbon lemonade was wonderful - it was an overall great experience! Highly recommend it!

Fantastic food. The swine fries are amazing, probably my favorite thing on the menu. Good beer selection too. Definitely recommend to anyone looking for some good BBQ. They really do it right here. Had the pastrami short rib last time I was in and even though it was a little pricey, it was well worth it.

The service is impeccable, the quality and taste of the food is unsurpassed. Highly recommend!

Food is delicious here. Simple recipe as it should be. The staff is very good at details for an enjoyable time. As for drinks, I recommend the high end stuff.

This place is worth giving a shot. They have big portions for reasonable prices. Consistently clean and with great vibes. Will come back again.

Great service, amazing food.

Amazing bbq! Service was great. Excellent selection. Had the brisket sandwich and ended up getting another 1lb of brisket to go. Bbq beans were good but, not what I was expecting. Nephew claims that the corn bread is the best he's ever had - and he is an expert. Excellent presentation on all items. Restrooms are top notch.

Great food, great service! Best BBQ pulled chicken I've ever had and tasty sea salt french fries! I appreciated that their outdoor seating was dog friendly. Less than 10 min drive from the beach. Would have given 5 stars if their sides were as good as their entrees.

This is definitely the best BBQ I've had in NJ. They know exactly what they're doing and it shows. In my opinion, their food is right up there with BBQ places I have visited in both Austin and Atlanta. Everything I have tried here is outstanding. If you enjoy pastrami, I encourage you to order the pastrami short rib- it was perfect and easily the best pastrami I have ever eaten. They staff is very kind and efficient.

Such good bbq. And the restaurant is beautiful and survive was great. Highly recommend 😁

Although I had no expectations walking in, this place was a total letdown. The menu choices were okay, but the food was below par. The surf / BBQ motif was a bit confusing, as the two don't really go together. The wait staff was kind enough, but that did not save my experience.

Love coming here even during COVID times. Get a table outside, have great BBQ. Always enjoy the weekend brisket platter and the mac and cheese is a must. Dan, Ella, and the rest of the team are always spot on.

Been to about 20 BBQ places in NJ and this is by far my favorite. The food is unreal / cooked to perfection and the beer list is great as well. I can't believe how many times I've passed this place and didn't stop in.

Great experience. Went early and got food in under 10 mins. Brisket a touch dry, but still excellent and good portion. Ribs were perfect and sides on point. Great selection of beers too

Good beers and a friendly staff! (And an outdoor TV to boot, which is a rare commodity nowadays) Only issue I had was that the veggie burger was a bit small (just for my appetite) and the side pickles were a bit pricey, considering they were the same pickles as the one that came on the burger. Either way, would definitely swing by again for a beer or to try the margaritas!!

This is not only the best BBQ I've had in NJ so far, but some of the best BBQ I've had in the country. To be clear, this isn't the whole hog variety that you will find in the southeast (even tho they do a stellar job with pork ribs and pulled pork), but more of a take on Texas BBQ which focuses on brisket. What makes surf, and their mentor Hometown BBQ in NYC, unique is their blending of cultures. The pastrami rib is a perfect example of that fusion and could quite possibly be one of the best dishes I've ever tasted. For those of you that complain about the meat being fatty, that is a sign of the proper smoking time and temperature. It is also freaking delicious. My only suggestion of what I would like to see happen would be for them to go toward primal eating by using grass fed, local beef. Other than that, this place is a true gem.

The food was great and the service was prompt!

I love this place with all my heart. Awesome food best cooks on the planet.

Very elegant and convenient restaurant. They serve generous meals and for affordable prices. We enjoyed the meals very much and the staff were super amiable and chatty. Will definitely recommend this spot.

I really like this place. Great BBQ, great selection of beer, and a nice relaxed atmosphere. Family friendly and great service.

Surf BBQ is one of my favorite spots in the area. Absolutely love it. But today I was very disappointed in the chicken sliders. Chicken on a bun. They kind of forgot the chili honey and the surf slaw. Times are tough during lockdown but they still need to put out a quality product. I'm still a customer but the shine is off.

Really great BBQ. I especially enjoyed the baked beans, which used a variety of beans. My brisket made me understand what people mean when they say that a meat "melts in your mouth." We also had a pepper appetizer that was outrageously good.Great place for drinks or to bring the family. Nice, spacious, and clean with good food and good service.

If you find it hard to find good BBQ in the jersey stop in you will be presently surprised with brisket, chicken and Mac & cheese.

Food: Best brisket I've had outside of Austin- really great. And spring for the pastrami short rib- one of the most uniquely delicious things I've ever eaten.Booze: Fantastic selection of beer and bourbon.Service: Always great- attentive and polite.Overall: Stellar.

Absolutely fantastic BBQ from decor to the actual food. I judge a BBQ restaurant on their brisket and Surf passes with flying colors. We also had the pulled pork which was quite good. The only thing that was sub par was the baked beans, would definitely order a different side next time.