Red Bank

Special Section
updated 5-22-09

"Clock Tower" by Evelyn Leavens, Red Bank, NJ

Welcome To Red Bank • More Information • Calendar Of Events

Attractions & Entertainment • Hospital

Accommodations • Assisted and Senior Living

Art & Antiques • Stores & Shops • Dining Out

Welcome To Red Bank

Red Bank is a combination of historic charm and progressiveness. Situated along the banks of the Navesink river, embraced by established neighborhoods and tree lined streets, the downtown shopping district is anchored by two waterside parks and features shopping variety and evening excitement.

New Jersey Monthly Magazine tagged Red Bank the "hippest town in New Jersey" and more recently said, "this town is loaded with antique shops, restaurants, clothing stores, art galleries, and atmosphere."

Right now Red Bank has recently improved on an already delightful shopping district by adding wider brick sidewalks, benches, historic lampposts, and new landscaping. Combined with Red Bank's "outrageous customer service," this will guarantee an exciting shopping day or a wonderful weekend escape!

Easy access from GSP Exit 109. Train just fifty minutes from NYC. Sail or motor right into the Broad Street shopping area!

More Information

Information has been supplied by the following organizations. Please call them for more information about any of the attractions and events appearing in this guide.

Eastern Monmouth Area Chamber Of Commerce, 47 Reckless Place, (732) 741-0055
www.emacc.org

Red Bank RiverCenter, 20 Broad Street, (732) 842-4244; Toll Free Info Line: (888) Hip-Town
www.redbankrivercenter.org

Red Bank Arts & Antique District, (732) 530-7300

Calendar Of Events

Attractions & Entertainment

THE ANTIQUE CENTER OF RED BANK
Corner of West Front Street and Bridge Avenue, (732) 842-4336
Voted the "best all-around, not-to-be-missed antique center in New Jersey” by The Star Ledger and “the Best of the Best in 2008” (as well as the past eight years) by the Asbury Park Press. The oldest antique center in America! For over 45 years, the place to discover treasures of another era. Over 100 dealers in every conceivable specialty—furniture, paintings, china, brass, silver, toys, vintage clothing and linens, and much more—offer a world of beauty for your home and your collector's instinct. New stock arriving daily! Allow plenty of time to roam the buildings. Located in the heart of the Red Bank antique district. Off GSP Exit 109. Open daily 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Sun. 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

COUNT BASIE THEATRE
99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, (732) 842-9000
www.countbasietheatre.org
Founded in 1926, this 1,400-seat theater is known for first class entertainment in an intimate setting. The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra has played a schedule here for many decades. Famous musical artists such as Bon Jovi, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, Bruce Springsteen, and the Brian Setzer Orchestra among others frequently perform at the venue in what are usually sold-out performances. In recent years, the theater has shifted to a wider audience. Family shows, musical plays, comedians (such as Jon Stewart and Lewis Black), and famous political commentators have all appeared here.

THE GALLERIA
Corner of West Front Street and Bridge Avenue in the heart of the Antique District, (732) 530-7300
Collection of unique shops, restaurants, and a billiard club in a historic setting

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN
RiverCenter: (732) 842-4244
Toll Free Info Line: (888) Hip-Town
Enjoy a variety of more than 300 shops, dining, and entertainment in an exciting yet relaxing downtown environment. Seasonal events are held throughout the year from weekly summer jazz concerts to holiday activities. Broad Street is the heart of downtown where you can experience a unique shopping day and/or a great restaurant for your dining pleasure.

MARINE PARK
Located in the heart of downtown Red Bank and overlooking the picturesque Navesink River
Marine Park is an attraction all year long. From hosting spring and summer jazz concerts and festivals to watching ice boating in the winter, Marine Park is a must see.

RED BANK ARMORY ICE COMPLEX
75 Chestnut Street, Red Bank, (732) 450-9001
www.redbankarmory.com
Hockey, league play, skating lessons, public skating, pro shop, and parties.

RIVERSIDE GARDENS PARK
Front Street
This newly renovated park, which also overlooks the Navesink River, is perfect for an afternoon picnic or an evening stroll.

SEA LAND MARINE
261 West Front Street, (732) 741-5753
Spend the day fishing on the Navesink River.

TWO RIVER THEATRE
21 Bridge Avenue, Red Bank; (732) 345-1400
www.trtc.org
One of the newest additions to Monmouth County theaters is the new Two River Theatre, which opened in Red Bank in the fall of 2005. This is a state-of-the-art performance space. The main theater seats 350 people and is home to the main stage season. Centered around a thrust stage, the furthest seats are no more than thirty-six feet from the performers. The new facility also includes the 99-seat Marion Huber Theater, a black box theater that is host to more experimental works, readings, classes, and rehearsals.

Hospital

MERIDIAN HEALTH
RIVERVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
One Riverview Plaza, Red Bank, (732) 741-2700
www.meridianhealth.com
Meridian Health is a family of non-profit health care organizations comprised of Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, Ocean Medical Center in Brick, Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank, and Partner Companies that include home care agencies, long-term and assisted living communities, ambulatory care, ambulance services, and occupational health located throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties. Meridian Health's centers of excellence include cardiac care and surgery, orthopedics and rehabilitation, cancer care, and women and children's health. Meridian Health is the regional provider of trauma services and cardiac surgery, which has been ranked as the top program in New Jersey. Meridian Health was the first health organization in the nation to achieve the prestigious Magnet designation for its nursing staff at each of its partner hospitals and is the sixteenth largest employer in New Jersey, and the top employer in Monmouth and Ocean counties. For more information on career opportunities at Meridian Health, please call 1-877-JOIN-MH-TEAM, or visit us on the web at www.meridianhealth.com.

Accommodations

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
245 Half Mile Road, (732) 530-5552
www.marriott.com

MOLLY PITCHER INN
88 Riverside Avenue, (800) 221-1372
www.mollypitcher-oysterpoint.com

OYSTER POINT HOTEL
146 Bodman Place, (732) 530-8200
www.mollypitcher-oysterpoint.com

Assisted & Senior Living

Art & Antiques

THE ANTIQUE CENTER OF RED BANK
Corner of West Front Street and Bridge Avenue, (732) 842-4336
Voted the "best all-around, not-to-be-missed antique center in New Jersey” by The Star Ledger and “the Best of the Best in 2008” (as well as the past eight years) by the Asbury Park Press. The oldest antique center in America! For over 45 years, the place to discover treasures of another era. Over 100 dealers in every conceivable specialty—furniture, paintings, china, brass, silver, toys, vintage clothing and linens, and much more—offer a world of beauty for your home and your collector's instinct. New stock arriving daily! Allow plenty of time to roam the buildings. Located in the heart of the Red Bank antique district. Off GSP Exit 109. Open daily 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Sun. 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Stores & Shops

THE ANTIQUE CENTER OF RED BANK
Corner of West Front Street and Bridge Avenue, (732) 842-4336
Voted the "best all-around, not-to-be-missed antique center in New Jersey” by The Star Ledger and “the Best of the Best in 2008” (as well as the past eight years) by the Asbury Park Press. The oldest antique center in America! For over 45 years, the place to discover treasures of another era. Over 100 dealers in every conceivable specialty—furniture, paintings, china, brass, silver, toys, vintage clothing and linens, and much more—offer a world of beauty for your home and your collector's instinct. New stock arriving daily! Allow plenty of time to roam the buildings. Located in the heart of the Red Bank antique district. Off GSP Exit 109. Open daily 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Sun. 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

BALLEW JEWELERS
36 Broad Street, (732) 741-5800
www.ballewjewelers.com
Please refer to our listings under Freehold and Sea Girt.
For over 120 years, and four generations, Ballew Jewelers has been the right jeweler for the right reasons. Owned and operated by the Ballew family and their trained staff of professionals, Ballew Jewelers has built its reputation on quality, trust, and unmatched selection and credentials. There are three Monmouth County locations to serve you—Freehold, Sea Girt, and Red Bank. Three stores, featuring the finest quality and largest selection of 14kt and 18kt, jewelry, diamonds, and a selection of fine watches—Rolex, Ebel, Movado, Tag Heuer, Esquire, Swiss Army, and Cellini. All fine jewelry and watch repairs are done on premises. Ballew Jewelers is the only jeweler in Central New Jersey with American Gem Society's Gem Trade lab certification. Fine watches. Fine jewelry. The best selection, the highest quality...at the best price. Ballew Jewelers—the right jeweler for the right reasons.

COCO PARI
17 Broad Street, (732) 212-8111
www.cocopari.com
Please refer to our listing under Deal.
Imagine a stylish townhouse stuffed with top American and European designer labels. Though it's easy to get lost in racks of Blumarine, Plein Sud, Moschino, Yigal, Azrouel, Roberto Cavalli, and D&G, don't forget to peruse the shoe wall (Giuseppe Zanotti, Sergio Rossi, Jimmy Choo, Cesare Paliotti, Christian Louboutin, and YSL shoes and hand-bags, etc.) and dig through the designer jeans. Enjoy Red Bank with over three-hundred and fifty restaurants, shops, and late-night lounges, with CoCo Pari staying open close to midnight on Fri. and Sat. evenings. Wisteria, on the first floor, provides skin care and makeup accoutrements worthy of the fabulous clothes. This store rivals any chic boutique from South Beach to Soho.

PURR'N POOCH
86 West Gilbert Street, (just off the GSP exit 109), Tinton Falls, (732) 842-4949
www.purr-n-pooch.com
Purr n Pooch is an exceptional pet care resort with building and grounds entirely and uniquely designed for the comfort and care of your pets. Our trained staff offers a warm, knowing, and knowledgeable human touch to insure a comfortable, happy, and safe visit for our canine and feline guests. Purr n Pooch understands that no two pets are alike and celebrates the uniqueness of every guest by offering a wide variety of services which include boarding, grooming salon, training, doggie daycare, swim parks, spa treatments, pet massage, individual and group play, and transportation. With two central Jersey shore locations, Tinton Falls and Wall Township, we are open 365 days a year for the care of your pets.

SUNSHINE DAYDREAM
80 Broad Street, (One store south of Broadway Grill), (732) 741-0060
www.Sunshine-Daydream.com
Sunshine Daydream opened in May 2005 and has been in the jewelry business for over nine years. Our second store is located on Broad Street, one store south of Broadway Grill, in Red Bank. We carry the latest trends with the largest selection in costume and sterling silver jewelry for all ages at very affordable prices. It's a fun place to shop with a warm and friendly atmosphere. So whether you are looking for something specific for that special day or just want to add some fun and funky jewelry to your collection, you will be sure to find what you are looking for at Sunshine Daydream.

Dining Out

OAKBRIDGE TAVERN
115 Oakland Street, (corner of Oakland & Bridge), (732) 842-4830
www.OakBridgeTavern.com
For more than The Little Kraut is now The Oakbridge Tavern and Red Banks Organic Beer Garden. Located near the train station and the Two River Theater. The tavern has table seating for sixty-five with ten more seats at the bar. Outside in the Red Bank Beer Garden seats over four hundred and hosts “Dancing Under The Stars,” as well as Bock Festival, Summer Festival, and October Fest. Serving organic beer and food with a mixture of eclectic items such as Kobe beef burgers and grilled sesame-ginger salmon and classic American cuisine like all organic thin pizza, sliders and fries, and chicken wings. Only organic draft and bottled beers from Germany, Belgium, and Great Britain will be offered. All parties are welcomed. Sunday Brunch. Call for info.