Asbury Park’s Moonstruck Restaurant has been sold, according to Richard Santore, VP of Allenhurst-based Bielat Santore & Company, which handled the transaction.
Located at 517 Lake Avenue, the new owners say they are dedicated to upholding Moonstruck’s esteemed reputation as one of the premier dining establishments along the New Jersey Shore.
Nestled across from Wesley Lake, Moonstruck is a multi-story Victorian-style building adorned with numerous windows and wraparound porches, offering stunning views of both the lake and the ocean. The first floor features a bar and lounge area where guests can savor cocktails and appetizers. The second floor houses the main dining room, complete with its own bar. The third floor, which includes its own bar, is primarily reserved for à la carte dining but can also be booked for private parties and business meetings.
Acquired by real estate investors who have achieved success in the restaurant industry, Moonstruck, which originally opened in Ocean Grove in 1995 as the Raspberry Café, relocated to its current location in 2002.
New ownership has decided to retain the staff, and original ownership plans to remain on site for a period to oversee operations and ensure a seamless business transition.
