Black Eyed Susans

“Black Eyed Susans is one of our absolute favorite restaurants on LBI, and it keeps us coming back every time we’re on the island. One of the best things to come out of COVID was the addition of the outdoor patio. We love sitting outside, especially on a beautiful summer evening. The atmosphere is relaxed, welcoming, and perfectly captures the spirit of LBI. The service is always exceptional. The staff is friendly, attentive, and consistently makes us feel like valued guests. If you’re a wine lover, don’t miss Wine Wednesdays. Half-price bottles make an already great wine list even better. The selection is excellent, the pricing is fair, and it adds tremendous value to an already outstanding dining experience. I also have to give a shoutout to their mini martinis. I have no idea why more restaurants don’t offer them. They’re the perfect size, let you try different cocktails throughout the meal, and make for a fun dining experience. As for the food, I’ve tried just about everything on the menu and have never had a bad dish. The sourdough bread is fantastic, and my wife, who considers herself a true french fry connoisseur, swears they are the best french fries in the United States. When you combine the quality of the food, the outstanding service, the wine program, the mini martinis, and the atmosphere, Black Eyed Susans delivers an incredible experience at a very fair price. It’s a place we look forward to visiting every time we’re back on LBI.”

“Wow, what can I say about this amazing place? Coffee cart by day, one of the most covenant restaurants to get into by night! Reminiscent of an enchanted fairy garden this place is covered with flowers, live music can usually be heard in the distance, and the smell of an amazing meal is being whipped up in the kitchen! It doesn’t matter if you sit at the bar to enjoy the happy hour, or indulge in an elegant meal you will sure to be impressed no matter what! I’ve enjoyed almost every cocktail they have and can assure you the bartenders are top-notch! The Woodfire pizza is incredible, but also the black garlic, Caesar salad, and almost any entrées! The gnocchi is one of my favorites and also the chicken and any of the amazing ways they serve it up! If you were in or near The Long Beach Island area I highly recommend this place!”

“An evening at Black-eyed Susan is always a wonderful experience! My husband and I live in Surf City year round and often visit Black-eyed Susans for their live music and reliably delicious dinners and cocktails. We got married on the island this July, and were so thrilled to host our rehearsal dinner in the private room upstairs. The space was the perfect size for our family event (24 people), giving us room for three large tables, as well as an acoustic guitarist, a few high tops, and the stylish cocktail bar. Justin the private events coordinator was such a pleasure to work with. He helped us situate all of our decor (linens, florals, signage) and effectively navigate the three-course menu (even with a number of challenging allergies). The food was delicious, as always, and the staff were lovely and attentive. Our guests all spoke so highly of the event. I can't wait for our next visit! (Photos by Ann Coen Photography)”

“This restaurant was exactly what our family was looking for on a great beach weekend. The apps were satisfactory 👍🏼 The mains were perfect with fresh flavors 👍🏼 The Cocktail were delicious 👍🏼 And to top off off a Perfect Saturday night vibe 👍🏼 What else can you ask for? Oh ya the extremely helpful and informative staff. I had a few food questions and they advised me along the way! They also have a great space for large groups and events if needed. Check them out the next time you are close by!”

“We were visiting LBI and reserved this place well in advance, including a call to confirm them being pet friendly. Confirmed our res in advance with the restaurant. Arrived and were told that dogs were not permitted in the outdoor tented area, and offered a picnic table by the boulevard. Needless to say, we declined. Shameful performance. The following is what you find on google, obviously a miscommunication…….. Before planning your visit, it is highly recommended to call ahead and reserve an outdoor table, as pet-friendly seating is popular and subject to availability. You can check their menu or contact them via Black Eyed Susans Website.”