The clock is ticking and if you’re like us, you’ve still got plenty of gifts to purchase. Instead of heading to the mall, why not get them the ultimate Jersey Shore holiday gifts? From lasting paw prints, wine and whiskey, luxury hotel rooms and of course gift cards, there’s something for everyone on your list… on our list! We’ve rounded up the best gift card deals, unique gifts, and out-of-the-box items for those who have left you perplexed on what to get them this holiday season.
So get the red marker out and start marking names off! With these Jersey Shore holiday gifts, you might just become Santa himself!
Hot Sand Studio
550 Cookman, Asbury Park
(732) 927-5475 – hotsandap.com
Calling all dog lovers. The Hot Sand Studio in Asbury Park has the perfect gift for all those with four-legged friends. Their “Hot Paws Kit” is a do-it-yourself kit that makes a one-of-a-kind glass impression of your furry friend’s paw right at home. They also have gift cards available too in their shop.
Little Silver Bottle Shop
497 Prospect Avenue, Little Silver
(732) 741-3343 – https://www.facebook.com/LIttleSilverBottleShop/
Whether you’re looking for the perfect hostess gift (who can say no to a great bottle of wine) or that great tasting six-pack for your dad, the Little Silver Bottle Shop is your source for all of your liquor gifting needs! Their large selection of craft beer is only outshined by their impressive collection of wines and whiskeys. And don’t be shy to ask for help. They’ll be happy to not only give you ideas for what to try, but they’ll also help you load up your car!
Rooney’s Oceanfront Restaurant
100 Ocean Ave, Long Branch
(732) 870-1200 – rooneysocean.com
If you’re searching for the perfect holiday present for all, look no further than a Rooney’s gift card. This holiday season give the gift of delicious food and friendly service with an ocean view! For every $100 gift card you purchase in person, you receive a $20 coupon. Stop in to purchase a gift card today or purchase one on their website!
Molly Pitcher Inn
88 Riverside Ave, Red Bank
(732) 747-2713 – themollypitcher.com
Maybe you can’t give a plane ticket, but why not a hotel gift card to one of the most iconic hotels at the Jersey Shore? Whether you’re planning on staying the night or just dining in for burger night, or late night cocktails and dinner, a gift card to the Molly Pitcher Inn is the gift that keeps on giving!
Oyster Point Hotel
146 Bodman Place, Red Bank
(732) 747-2500 – theoysterpointhotel.com
A gift card to the Oyster Point Hotel may not be on their wish list, but it will quickly move to the top once they realize it’s a way to take in everything that this Red Bank hotel has to offer. From new menu items to Happy Hour at the Pearl Lounge, it’s a gift that will make you the ultimate Santa. For every $100.00 gift card purchase, receive an additional $20.00 gift card now until 12/31/23.
Kur Wellness
412 Bond Street, Asbury Park
(732) 361-8956 – kurstudios.com
After the hustle and bustle of the holidays, who wouldn’t enjoy getting a massage, taking a yoga class, or learning more about the benefits of Ayurveda? Make it your recipients resolution to take care of themselves with a gift card to Kur Wellness. From December 1st thru 15th, receive a bonus voucher of $20 for each increment of $100 gift cards purchased (to a max of $100 bonus per person). Vouchers are used like cash Jan-Jun and expire 6/30/2024. Drop in to buy a card in store or use promo code GET20 online!
Frozen Flavors Homemade Ice Cream & Italian Ice
490 Palmer Ave. North Middletown,
(848) 256-8266 – frozenflavorswebsi.wixsite.com/my-site
Small shop for all the ice cream lovers in your life and get the a gift certificate from Frozen Flavors Homemade Ice Cream! Give them nothing but the best homemade ice cream in Middletown and Frozen Flavors will take care of the rest. They have countless flavors, Italian ices and ice cream cakes to satisfy all your ice cream cravings!
Bum Rogers Crabhouse and Tavern
2207 SW Central Ave, Seaside Park
(732) 830-2770 – bumrogerstavern.com/home
At Bum Rogers, you can always count on two things: nightly specials every single day of the work week and a very fun time. With a gift card, you’ll be giving that experience to someone on your list this holiday season with the added bonus of an incredibly fresh seafood dinner.
Jersey Shore Pirates
281 Princeton Ave, Brick Township
(732) 899 6100 – jerseyshorepirates.com
Jersey Shore Pirates, the Industry leader in all things Pirate, brings the most unique form of family entertainment to the New Jersey Shore area. Purchase a gift card this holiday season and then bring your young pirates aboard the Sea Gypsy II for a swashbuckling pirate adventure on the Metedeconk River in Brick, NJ next Spring/Summer. A perfect adventure for families of all sizes!
Drew’s Bayshore Bistro
44 E Front Street, Keyport
(732) 739-9219 – drewsbayshorebistro.com
A gift card from Drew’s Bayshore Bistro is the perfect gift for the foodie in your life. Chef Drew Araneo makes the best southern style cooking north of the Mason-Dixon line and is a must try restaurant in Keyport. Stop in Tuesday – Saturday to purchase a gift card.
Klein’s Fish Market
708 River Road, Belmar
(732) 681-1177 – kleinsfish.com
It may be freezing outside, but that doesn’t mean that giving the gift of a waterfront dinner shouldn’t be on your list! Give your family and friends what they really want – a delicious seafood dinner and cocktails with a water view. At Klein’s Fish Market, summer never really ends.
Pazzo MMX
141 West Front Street, Red Bank
(732) 747-4551 – www.pazzoredbank.com
Pazzo MMX has some of the highest quality Italian food, cocktails and desserts in Red Bank. Pazzo also means crazy, so if you have someone crazy about food in your life, then a Pazzo Gift Card is the perfect gift. We all know the way to every person’s heart is through their stomach.
White Birch Wellness Spa
351 Monmouth Road, West Long Branch
(732) 222-9400 – www.whitebirchspa.com
Opening up your stocking to find a gift certificate to White Birch Wellness Spa will definitely melt the holiday stress right off of you. Treat those special to you with a spa day and let them book a massage, facial, body treatment and so much more. When you purchase a $100 gift certificate by Dec 24th, get a $10 gift certificate for yourself!
Shampoochies
179 Locust Ave, West Long Branch
(848) 303-8665 – shampoochiesgrooming.com
Pets are family members too and they also deserve to be spoiled during the holidays. Shampoochies is your one stop shop for all of your pet’s needs, so head to West Long Branch and pick up some toys, treats and grooming supplies to fill up those doggie stockings.
Trama’s Trattoria
115 Brighton Ave, Long Branch
(732) 222-1121 – tramastrattoria.com
If you’ve ever been to Trama’s Trattoria, you know just how amazing their food is. If you want your friends and family to have the same experience as you, gift them with a Trama’s gift card. Stop in to pick some up Tuesday-Sunday.
Toast
Red Bank, Asbury Park, Montclair, Cranford
(732) 224-1234 – toastcitydiner.com
Get all of your foodie friends gift cards to Toast this year! At Toast, the menu possibilities are endless and their daily specials change every day so you will have to come back often to try everything. Gift cards are available in any amount from $5 to $200 and can be used at any of their 4 locations.
Blue Swan Diner
2116 Route 35, Oakhurst
(732) 493-2424 – blueswandiner.com
Blue Swan Diner has been family owned and operated since 1974 and dining in is always a wonderful experience. Give the gift of Blue Swan this holiday season and pick up some gift cards for those special people in your life. They also have Blue Swan merch including t-shirts and mugs! https://www.blueswandiner.com/
MJ’s
Bayville, Long Branch, Natawan, Middletown, Neptune, Spotswood, Tinton Falls, Brick (Opening January 2024)
(732) 566-6220 – www.mjsrestaurant.com
Tis the season for giving! MJ’s has locations all over Central NJ so you can’t go wrong with getting your friends an MJ’s gift card. Right now, when you purchase $50 in gift cards, you’ll receive a $10 bonus gift card. This promotion ends 12/31/23 so don’t miss out!
Used to Be’s
287 Highway 35 North, Mantoloking
(732) 892-3770 – www.usedtobesnj.com
Usher in the holidays with Used to Be’s creative menu and drinks. Dine in and pick up a few gift certificates to put in your family’s stockings. You can also purchase them online and have them emailed to you or the giftee. Who said all gifts have to be under the tree?
Complexion Corner
310 NJ 36, West Long Branch
(908) 770-1352 – complexioncorner.glossgenius.com
Holiday Season has begun at Complexion Corner in West Long Branch! Gift your friends, family or yourself with glowing skin in the new year and purchase a gift card. Spend $100, get $20 bonus upon redemption, now until December 31st, 2023. Use your $20 bonus between January 1st and March 31st, 2024.
DRIFTHOUSE by David Burke
1485 Ocean Avenue, Sea Bright
(732) 530-9760 – drifthousedb.com
Internationally awarded, celebrity Chef David Burke is redefining New Jersey’s dining scene with Drifthouse by David Burke. The full-service oceanfront, year-round restaurant has a trendy, beach-chic interior serving a seafood focused menu. Gift your loved ones a high end meal from Drifthouse and get them a gift card this holiday season!
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