About Pelican's Wharf by Chef Justin in Seaside Heights, NJ

Waterfront Seafood Dining on the Jersey Shore

Pelican's Wharf by Chef Justin is a seafood-only restaurant serving Seaside Heights, Ortley Beach, Lavallette, Toms River, Seaside Park, and Brick with a straightforward philosophy: If it doesn't swim in the ocean, we don't sell it. This commitment shapes everything from the menu to sourcing, giving you a dining experience centered entirely on fresh seafood prepared without distractions.

You'll find a fun and casual waterfront setting where the focus stays on what comes from the ocean. The seafood-only approach means every dish reflects what's fresh and available, with preparation that highlights natural flavors rather than masking them. Whether you're stopping by after a day on the beach or ordering for a gathering, you're getting seafood that's treated with care from delivery to plate.

Locally owned with ties to Sunset Keys in Lavallette, Pelican's Wharf by Chef Justin brings experience serving Jersey Shore communities to Seaside Heights. The connection to this region runs deep, with an understanding of what beach tourism, boating culture, and waterfront dining mean to locals and visitors alike. You're working with a team that knows the rhythm of the shore and what customers expect when they're looking for quality seafood in a relaxed coastal environment.

The restaurant offers dine-in, pickup, delivery, and boat pickup services, making it easy to enjoy fresh seafood however it fits your plans. Catering is also available, including crab boil party catering for gatherings where you want the full coastal dining experience brought to your location.

Discover what seafood-only dining looks like when it's done right on the Jersey Shore.

Fresh Seafood Prepared With a Coastal Approach

The menu at Pelican's Wharf reflects what's available from the ocean, with preparation that keeps things simple and flavorful. You won't find chicken, beef, or pork here—just seafood prepared by a team that knows how to handle it. This specialization means the kitchen operates with a singular focus, and you taste the difference in every dish.

Seaside Heights sits along the Barnegat Peninsula, where waterfront dining connects directly to the boating and beach culture that defines the area. The location attracts both seasonal visitors and year-round residents who appreciate access to fresh seafood served in a setting that feels like part of the shore experience. The restaurant fits naturally into the coastal dining scene, offering a casual spot where the water and the menu meet.

Friendly service complements the relaxed atmosphere, with a team that keeps the experience approachable whether you're dining in or picking up an order. The commitment to fresh seafood preparation shows in the care taken with each dish, and the waterfront setting adds to the overall appeal without overwhelming the focus on what's on your plate.