Coastal Blue Oceanside Bar & Grill Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the menu at Coastal Blue Oceanside Bar & Grill is an exciting culinary experience. This vibrant establishment, nestled at 9701 Atlantic Ave in Wildwood Crest, NJ, showcases a diverse selection that caters to all palates. Signature offerings include the celebrated crab cakes—renowned for their rich, meaty texture—and the scrumptious braised short rib. Diners rave about the fresh seafood, featuring dishes like clam linguine and mahi-mahi fish tacos, complemented by unique concoctions like the blackberry mimosa.
- Delicious appetizers such as calamari and sushi
- Robust choices for enthusiasts of land-based dishes, including NY strip and burgers
- A variety of expertly crafted cocktails to enhance your dining experience
With each dish served hot and promptly, the friendly atmosphere and attentive staff elevate your visit, making every meal memorable. Coastal Blue is a must-visit gem!
Great Beginnings
New England Clam Chowder
Chef's Jon's personal winning recipe "Best of Cape May"
Lobster Bisque
rich, creamy & satisfying, finished with a hint of madiera wine, gluten free
Spicy Tuna Roll
flash fried, wakame salad, pickled ginger, wasabi, soy sauce
Jumbo Gulf Shrimp Cocktail
house-made bloody mary cocktail sauce, lemon
BLT Mussels
sustainable mussels, white wine, butter, bacon, leeks, tomato, crostini
Fresh Ricotta & Smoked Prosciutto
smoked prosciutto, house-made ricotta, eggplant caponata, crostini
Chef's "Tappastry" Board
roasted Jersey shishito peppers, sharp provolone, cambozola cheese, roasted tomatoes, oil cured olives, dalmatia fig jam, roasted marcona almonds, Spanish chourico, smoked prosciutto, grilled flatbread
Crispy Calamari
locally caught, lightly coated, flash fried, lemon & fresno peppers, sweet and tangy cucumber wasabi sauce
Fish Tacos
(3) Grilled Swordfish, Pickled Napa, Caramelized Onion-Pineapple Salsa, Fresno Pepper Puree
Aloha Almond Salad
Jersey fresh greens, spicy roasted marcona almonds, strawberries, grilled pineapple, honey-goat cheese drizzle, mandarin sesame ginger dressing
Ahi Tuna Salad
chilled seared ahi tuna (rare), sweet & spicy udon noodle salad, pickled vegetables
Cheeseburger
certified angus beef, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle, cheese, brioche, fries
Caesar Salad
romaine, herb croutons, classic house-made caesar dressing
Surf & Turf Burger
certified angus beef, fontina cheese, lobster slaw, shoestring onion crisps, brioche, fries
Grilled Watermelon & Feta
Belgian endive, grilled watermelon, feta crumbles, pomegranate vinaigrette
The Lighter Side
Salad Additions
Chilled Grilled Chicken
Shrimp Cocktail (3)
Crab Cake
Lobster Salad
Chilled Seared Tuna (Rare)
Chilled Seared Salmon
Faroe Island Salmon
pan-seared fillet, udon noodle salad, wasabi edamame puree, pickled vegetables
Cabernet Braised Short Ribs
slow braised short ribs, herb roasted potato, fried shallots straws, haricot vert
Pan Seared Yellow Fin Tuna
Thai Chili Coconut Broth, Pickled Ginger, Rice Cake
Asiago-Crusted Chicken
organic-french cut chicken breast, seasoned-asiago breadcrumbs, herb-roasted potato, roasted tomatoes, arugula, black garlic madeira demi-cream
Shrimp Romesco & Cauliflower Grits
spicy tomato & roasted red pepper sauce, pureed roasted marcona almonds, shrimp, cauliflower grits
Branzino
seared, crisp-skinned branzino, smoked salmon brussel sprout hash, carrot-ginger reduction
Hanger Steak
angus beef, cabernet demi-glace, herb-roasted potato, cauliflower grits, drunken onions
Scallops
pan-seared, day boat scallops, sofrito reduction, Mexican street corn salad, spiced plantain garnish
Seafood Bolognese Al Casarecce
a variety of the day's fresh catches, finely cut, simmered into a tomato ragout over casarecce pasta
Swordfish
Grilled East Coast Sword, Crab Quinoa Salad, Preserved Lemon, Olive Tapenade, House Roasted Tomatoes
Eggplant Rollatini
Grilled Eggplant, Quinoa & Vegetable Stuffing, Caponata, Vegan
Diamond Beach Jumbo Lump Crab Cake
chef's personal recipe, zesty remoulade sauce, whole grain mustard cream sauce, herb-roasted potato, haricot vert
Coastal Blue Land & Sea
Combination of Hanger Steak & Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Herb Roasted Potato, Haricot Vert
Dinner Entrees
Kid's Menu
Chicken Tenders
Grilled Cheese
Burger Sliders
Casarecce Pasta
short twists of pasta with butter or marinara sauce