New American & SeasonalRoute 9
Clemmy's
290 US-9, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-891-4066Seasonal New American BYOB with a compact rotating dinner menu built around locally minded ingredients, seafood, produce-forward plates and house desserts.
Ocean County · Waretown · Ocean Township · Dining Guide
Waretown / Ocean Township Food & Drink
Waretown's food scene is concentrated along Route 9 and North Main Street, with a mix of chef-driven seasonal dining, neighborhood tavern food, diners, Italian markets, brick-oven pizza, Chinese and Asian food, breakfast, bakeries, coffee, craft beer and everyday grocery options.
This guide covers Waretown and the Township of Ocean in Ocean County—not the separate Ocean Township in Monmouth County.
Food & Drink at a Glance
16current or recently substantiated restaurants, food businesses and beverage destinations
12food and drink categories
4 GFbusinesses with currently published gluten-free menu options
Updated 8/24/26dining and menu information reviewed against current sources
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American, Seafood & TavernRoute 9
Lighthouse Tavern
397 US-9, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-693-3150Long-running Waretown tavern serving burgers, steaks, seafood, raw-bar selections, sandwiches, drinks and regular live entertainment.
Breakfast, Diner & AmericanRoute 9
Kristy's Casual Dining
562 US-9, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-693-7070Full-service diner-style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with omelets, sandwiches, Greek specialties, seafood, steaks, desserts and banquet service.
Chinese & AsianRoute 9
China Inn
304 US-9, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-698-3008Neighborhood Chinese restaurant focused on takeout and delivery, with familiar Chinese-American soups, noodles, rice dishes, chicken, beef, pork and seafood entrées.
Chinese & AsianWaretown Town Center
Harvest Buffet
501 US-9, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-693-3338Asian buffet and takeout restaurant with Chinese dishes, seafood, sushi, noodles, rice, vegetable selections and buffet combinations to go.
Italian, Market & CateringNorth Main Street
Zano Bros. of Brooklyn
GF
360 N Main Street, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-660-0432Family-run Italian market, trattoria and caterer offering sandwiches, panini, pasta, classic Italian-American dinners, seafood, grocery items and catering.
Pizza & ItalianNorth Main Street
Manzano's Brick Oven Pizza
GF
360 US-9, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-488-2705Brick-oven pizzeria known for thin-crust and specialty pies, panini, rolls and Italian favorites. Current ordering menus list both gluten-free and cauliflower-crust pizza.
Pizza & ItalianRoute 9
Bella Pizza
GF
529 US-9, Unit 3, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-549-0156Neighborhood pizzeria with traditional and specialty pizza, Sicilian pies, subs, pasta, seafood, family meals and catering. Current menu lists gluten-free pizza choices.
Pizza & ItalianRoute 9
Villaggio Pizza
GF
304 US-9, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-660-1300Casual Italian pizzeria serving thin-crust and specialty pizza, wings, soups, salads, subs, pasta, entrées and family meals. Current menu publishes gluten-free pizza options.
Breakfast, Sandwiches & DeliRoute 9
Lunchbox Waretown
542 US-9, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-549-5125Breakfast-and-lunch spot serving egg sandwiches, omelets, pancakes, cheesesteaks, roast-beef and Italian subs, hot sandwiches, salads and smoothies.
Breakfast, Sandwiches & DeliWaretown Town Center
Joe's Bagel & Grill
501 US-9, Suite 300, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-549-6733Bagel and breakfast shop offering hand-rolled bagels, egg sandwiches, omelets, breakfast bowls, coffee, smoothies, lunch items and catering.
Bakery & DessertsRoute 9
Waretown Bakery
586 US-9, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-971-9345Longtime neighborhood bakery offering donuts, pastries, breads, cannoli, cakes, pies, cookies and custom celebration cakes.
Bakery, Tea & DessertsRoute 9
A Sweet Memory Cake Shoppe & Tea Room
521 US-9, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-242-0153Bakery and tea room specializing in custom cakes, pastries and desserts, plus high tea and an à la carte tea-room menu with salads, panini, scones and tea.
Coffee & Quick ServiceRoute 9
Dunkin'
566 US-9, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-891-0429Coffee, espresso, donuts, bagels, breakfast sandwiches and grab-and-go food with drive-through and mobile-ordering convenience.
Brewery & TaproomRoute 9
Oyster Creek Brewing Company
529 US-9, Unit 5, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-622-2944Small local brewery and tasting room producing rotating craft beers in a nuclear-themed taproom. The brewery describes its beer program as gluten-reduced, not gluten-free.
Grocery & Prepared FoodsWaretown Town Center
ShopRite of Waretown
501 US-9, Suite 100, Waretown, NJ 08758
609-971-6001Full-service supermarket with bakery, deli, produce, meat, seafood, prepared foods, grocery departments and pharmacy services.
Directory accuracy: hours, menus, prices, ownership and services can change. Confirm important details directly before making a special trip or ordering for a dietary need.
Breakfast, Bagels, Bakeries & Tea
Waretown has an unusually good morning-and-bakery selection for a community its size. The Route 9 corridor supports diner breakfasts, bagels, breakfast sandwiches, coffee, pastries and a dedicated tea-room experience.
Classic Diner BreakfastKristy's provides the broadest traditional sit-down breakfast selection, including eggs, omelets, griddle dishes and diner favorites.
Bagels & Grab-and-GoJoe's Bagel & Grill and Lunchbox Waretown cover hand-held breakfasts, sandwiches, omelets and quick lunch options.
Neighborhood BakeryWaretown Bakery remains a strong local stop for donuts, pastries, breads, cakes, cannoli and seasonal baked goods.
Tea Room ExperienceA Sweet Memory combines a working bakery with high tea, à la carte tea service, panini, salads, scones and private-event options.
Italian Food & Waretown's Pizza Scene
Italian food is one of Waretown's strongest dining categories. The community supports brick-oven pizza, traditional pizzeria menus, a full Italian market and trattoria, catering and several published gluten-free choices.
Brick-Oven PizzaManzano's focuses on specialty pies baked in an imported brick oven, including current gluten-free crust choices.
Italian Market & TrattoriaZano Bros. combines deli/market shopping, sandwiches, prepared foods, full dinners and catering in one operation.
Classic Pizzeria MenusBella and Villaggio cover pizza, subs, pasta, family meals and Italian-American takeout.
CateringItalian food businesses are among Waretown's most useful choices for family parties, community functions and large takeout orders.
GF & DF Dietary-Option Guide
GF means NJTGO found a current published menu specifically identifying one or more gluten-free options. DF requires similarly clear current menu or allergen documentation for dairy-free choices. A badge applies to available menu choices—not to the entire kitchen.
Zano Bros. · GFThe restaurant's current online ordering system includes a dedicated gluten-free dinner section with pasta-style dishes.
Manzano's · GFCurrent menus list gluten-free pizza and gluten-free cauliflower-crust pizza.
Bella Pizza · GFThe current online menu specifically lists plain and specialty gluten-free pizza choices.
Villaggio Pizza · GFThe current menu publishes an extensive gluten-free pizza section and explicitly warns that food is prepared in a common kitchen with gluten-exposure risk.
DF BadgesNo Waretown restaurant was assigned a DF badge without strong current menu or allergen documentation. Ingredient customization alone is not enough for NJTGO verification.
Allergy & cross-contact caution: GF and DF badges identify available options only. They do not mean a restaurant has a dedicated allergen-free kitchen, oven, fryer, utensils or preparation surfaces, and they do not establish safety for celiac disease or a serious food allergy. Discuss your needs directly with the restaurant before ordering.
Oyster Creek Brewing Company
Waretown also has its own craft brewery and tasting room. Oyster Creek Brewing Company at 529 Route 9 produces small-batch beer and uses a nuclear-power theme inspired by the region's history.
TaproomThe brewery serves a rotating selection of locally produced beers and tasting flights in a compact neighborhood taproom.
Gluten-Reduced, Not GFOyster Creek states that its beer program is gluten-reduced. NJTGO does not label those beers GF because gluten-reduced beer is not the same as verified gluten-free beer.
Primarily a BreweryThe taproom is beer-focused rather than a full restaurant, so visitors commonly pair a brewery stop with nearby Route 9 food businesses.
Check Current TapsThe beer lineup changes frequently, so style availability can vary by visit.
Waretown Dining Corridors
U.S. Route 9The main dining spine with tavern food, diner meals, pizza, Chinese food, bakery, breakfast, coffee and craft beer.
Waretown Town Center501 Route 9 adds Asian buffet dining, bagels/breakfast, grocery and prepared-food options alongside other shopping and services.
North Main StreetThe Zano Bros. / Manzano's cluster creates a particularly strong Italian-food destination within Waretown.
Garden State Parkway Exit 69Wells Mills Road connects Exit 69 with Route 9, putting most Waretown dining only a short drive from the Parkway.
Groceries, Prepared Foods & the Farmers Market
ShopRite of WaretownWaretown Town Center's supermarket provides bakery, deli, meat, seafood, produce, grocery and prepared-food departments.
Italian MarketZano Bros. combines restaurant dining with an Italian market offering meats, bread, cold cuts, sauces, soups and prepared food.
2026 Farmers MarketOcean Township's seasonal Waretown Farmers Market runs Tuesdays, July 7-September 1, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at 117 Wells Mills Road.
Nutrition AssistanceThe Township states that the 2026 market accepts WIC, Senior Nutrition Market Program benefits, NJ Farmers' Market Nutrition Program, SNAP and Good Food Bucks.
Dining Beyond Waretown
Waretown has a solid local restaurant base, but nearby communities expand the choices considerably when residents want waterfront dining, larger restaurant clusters or a cuisine not represented locally.
Forked River / Lacey TownshipNorth on Route 9 for additional diners, seafood, waterfront restaurants, pizza, Asian cuisine and casual dining.
Barnegat TownshipSouth on Route 9 for more pizza, diners, restaurants, bakeries and everyday food shopping.
Manahawkin / StaffordA larger Southern Ocean County dining and retail center with broad restaurant variety.
Long Beach IslandSeasonal and year-round shore dining ranges from seafood and casual takeout to higher-end destination restaurants.
Official & Public Food Resources
Ocean Township · Ocean CountyOfficial municipal notices, recreation, events and community information for Waretown.
2026 Waretown Farmers MarketOfficial dates, hours, location and nutrition-assistance information.
Ocean County Health DepartmentCounty environmental-health and public-health information.
NJ Retail Food SafetyNew Jersey Department of Health retail-food safety information and regulations.
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