Tap a category. These are the spots Jon & Hannah actually go to.
Beach · 10 min
Graveling Point Beach
Small bay beach. Calm, shallow water — perfect for little ones. No lifeguards, porta-potty only. Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge backs it; sunset views over Great Bay are unbeatable.
— Hannah's easy-day pick.
Beach · LBI · 30 min
Beach Haven, Long Beach Island
Guarded beaches, restaurants, shops. We provide 15 badges. Public parking and bathrooms at the Centre Street access point. No tents allowed — only umbrellas and 4x4 baby tents (the one in our garage works).
— The full LBI day.
Eat & Drink · Beach Haven
The Chicken or the Egg
The name throws people off, but the seafood is exceptional. 24-hour diner energy. Reliable post-beach dinner.
Eat & Drink · Beach Haven
Black Whale Bar & Fish House
On the water. Sunset tables are worth it. Order the calamari.
Eat & Drink · 10 min
Hollow Pines
Newer spot known for cocktails. Duckpin bowling, outdoor firepits, outdoor bar. Try the French dip and Brussels sprouts.
— Best date-night vibe.
Eat & Drink · Local
Doyle's Pour House
Local pub. Large bar, outdoor seating. The wings — double cooked — are highly recommended.
Takeout · <1 mile
Mystic Island Pizza
Best pizza in the area. Easiest first-night dinner.
— Hannah's first-night pick.
Cafe · Cash Only
Bagels & Beyond
Fresh-made bagels. Cash only. Call ahead for breakfast sandwiches, or go in and grab a dozen with cream cheese. Try the French toast bagel.
Cafe · Tuckerton Seaport
The Union Market
Cute cafe with outdoor seating next to Tuckerton Seaport. Pre-order on the Toast app, or sit down for a proper brunch.
Eat & Drink · Family
Calloways
Family-friendly. Karaoke and a driving range — yes, both.
Family · LBI
Fantasy Island Amusement Park
Old-school LBI amusement park. Toddler rides through teens. Boardwalk arcade is gold on rainy days.
Family · Tuckerton
Tuckerton Seaport Museum
Maritime museum with hands-on stuff for kids. Pair with brunch at The Union Market next door.
On the Water · Route 72
Route 72 Waverunner & Kayak Rentals
Waverunners and kayaks for a half-day on the bay.
On the Water · LBI
Cruisin Tikis LBI
Floating tiki bar. Yes, really. Great for groups.
On the Water · Tuckerton
Tuckerton Ferry
Use the ferry hack — drop the crew at the beach, then come back and find parking.
Ice Cream · US-9
Kohr Soft Ice Cream
Classic shore soft serve. The orange cream is the move.
Ice Cream · Local
Jeffreeze Old-Fashioned Ice Cream
Hand-dipped, old-school. Worth the line.
Ice Cream · LBI
Skipper Dipper
The LBI mainstay. Get the homemade waffle cone.
Brewery · Local
Pinelands Brewing
Local craft. Outdoor seating, food trucks on weekends.
Brewery · LBI
Ship Bottom Brewery
Solid lineup, easy to get to from the island.
Boutique · Reynolds Garden Village
Reynolds Garden Village
Home goods, plants, and a great coffee bar. A quiet morning here is a real treat.
— Hannah's favorite browse.
