Red Bank

Special Section
updated 10-4-07

"Clock Tower" by Evelyn Leavens, Red Bank, NJ

Welcome To Red Bank • More Information

Attractions & Entertainment • Hospital

Art & Antiques • Stores & Shops • Dining Out • Events

Welcome To Red Bank

Red Bank is a combination of historic charm and progressiveness. Situated along the banks of the Navesink river, embraced by established neighborhoods and tree lined streets, the downtown shopping district is anchored by two waterside parks and features shopping variety and evening excitement.

New Jersey Monthly Magazine tagged Red Bank the "hippest town in New Jersey" and more recently said, "this town is loaded with antique shops, restaurants, clothing stores, art galleries, and atmosphere."

Right now Red Bank has recently improved on an already delightful shopping district by adding wider brick sidewalks, benches, historic lampposts, and new landscaping. Combined with Red Bank's "outrageous customer service," this will guarantee an exciting shopping day or a wonderful weekend escape!

Easy access from GSP Exit 109. Train just fifty minutes from NYC. Sail or motor right into the Broad Street shopping area!

More Information

Information has been supplied by the following organizations. Please call them for more information about any of the attractions and events appearing in this guide.

Eastern Monmouth Area Chamber Of Commerce, 170 Broad Street, (732) 741-0055

Red Bank RiverCenter, 20 Broad Street, (732) 842-4244; Toll Free Info Line: (888) Hip-Town
www.redbankrivercenter.org

Red Bank Arts & Antique District, (732) 530-7300
www.redbankartsantique.com

Attractions & Entertainment

THE ANTIQUE CENTER OF RED BANK
Corner of West Front Street and Bridge Avenue, (732) 842-4336
Voted the "best all-around, not-to-be-missed antique center in New Jersey” by The Star Ledger and “the Best of the Best in 2003” (as well as the past six years) by the Asbury Park Press. The oldest antique center in America! For over 40 years, the place to discover treasures of an-other era. Over 100 dealers in every conceivable specialty—furniture, paintings, china, brass, silver, toys, vintage clothing and linens, and much more—offer a world of beauty for your home and your collector's instinct. New stock arriving daily! Al-low plenty of time to roam the build-ings. Located in the heart of the Red Bank antique district. Off GSP Exit 109. Open daily 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Sun. 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

COUNT BASIE THEATRE
99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, (732) 842-9000
www.countbasietheatre.org
Founded in 1926, this 1,400-seat theater is known for first class entertainment in an intimate setting. The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra has played a schedule here for many decades. Famous musical artists such as Bon Jovi, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, Bruce Springsteen, and the Brian Setzer Orchestra among others frequently perform at the venue in what are usually sold-out performances. In recent years, the theater has shifted to a wider audience. Family shows, musical plays, comedians (such as Jon Stewart and Lewis Black), and famous political commentators have all appeared here.

THE GALLERIA
Corner of West Front Street and Bridge Avenue in the heart of the Antique District, (732) 530-7300
Collection of unique shops, restaurants, and a billiard club in a historic setting

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN
RiverCenter: (732) 842-4244
Toll Free Info Line: (888) Hip-Town
Enjoy a variety of more than 300 shops, dining, and entertainment in an exciting yet relaxing downtown environment. Seasonal events are held throughout the year from weekly summer jazz concerts to holiday activities. Broad Street is the heart of downtown where you can experience a unique shopping day and/or a great restaurant for your dining pleasure.

MARINE PARK
Located in the heart of downtown Red Bank and overlooking the picturesque Navesink River
Marine Park is an attraction all year long. From hosting spring and summer jazz concerts and festivals to watching ice boating in the winter, Marine Park is a must see.

RED BANK ARMORY ICE COMPLEX
75 Chestnut Street, Red Bank, (732) 450-9001
www.redbankarmory.com
Hockey, league play, skating lessons, public skating, pro shop, and parties.

RIVERSIDE GARDENS PARK
Front Street
This newly renovated park, which also overlooks the Navesink River, is perfect for an afternoon picnic or an evening stroll.

SEA LAND MARINE
261 West Front Street, (732) 741-5753
Spend the day fishing on the Navesink River.

TWO RIVER THEATRE
21 Bridge Avenue, Red Bank; (732) 345-1400
www.trtc.org
One of the newest additions to Monmouth County theaters is the new Two River Theatre, which opened in Red Bank in the fall of 2005. This is a state-of-the-art performance space. The main theater seats 350 people and is home to the main stage season. Centered around a thrust stage, the furthest seats are no more than thirty-six feet from the performers. The new facility also includes the 99-seat Marion Huber Theater, a black box theater that is host to more experimental works, readings, classes, and rehearsals.

Hospital

MERIDIAN HEALTH
RIVERVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
One Riverview Plaza, Red Bank, (732) 741-2700
www.meridianhealth.com
Meridian Health is a family of non-profit health care organizations comprised of Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, Ocean Medical Center in Brick, Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank, and Partner Companies that include home care agencies, long-term and assisted living communities, ambulatory care, ambulance services, and occupational health located throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties. Meridian Health's centers of excellence include cardiac care and surgery, orthopedics and rehabilitation, cancer care, and women and children's health. Meridian Health is the regional provider of trauma services and cardiac surgery, which has been ranked as the top program in New Jersey. Meridian Health was the first health organization in the nation to achieve the prestigious Magnet designation for its nursing staff at each of its partner hospitals and is the sixteenth largest employer in New Jersey, and the top employer in Monmouth and Ocean counties. For more information on career opportunities at Meridian Health, please call 1-877-JOIN-MH-TEAM, or visit us on the web at www.meridianhealth.com.

Art & Antiques

THE ANTIQUE CENTER OF RED BANK
Corner of West Front Street and Bridge Avenue, (732) 842-4336
Voted the "best all-around, not-to-be-missed antique center in New Jersey” by The Star Ledger and “the Best of the Best in 2003” (as well as the past six years) by the Asbury Park Press. The oldest antique center in America! For over 40 years, the place to discover treasures of an-other era. Over 100 dealers in every conceivable specialty—furniture, paintings, china, brass, silver, toys, vintage clothing and linens, and much more—offer a world of beauty for your home and your collector's instinct. New stock arriving daily! Al-low plenty of time to roam the build-ings. Located in the heart of the Red Bank antique district. Off GSP Exit 109. Open daily 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Sun. 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

FREDERICK GALLERIES
23-25 Front Street, (732) 531-9029
Opening this fall, our spacious third location will be designed to service each client’s needs from original art to fine art prints in an extensive range of medium and price. Our gallery gift shop will carry an array of artisan pieces from glassware to furniture. The design specialists in our custom framing area will assist in making your piece a one of a kind. We will carry an extensive variety of moldings to suit any piece. Our second floor will transform into a photo gallery and full service photography studio specializing in wedding photojournalism and family moments. For additional information, please contact our Allenhurst or Spring Lake galleries.

Stores & Shops

THE ANTIQUE CENTER OF RED BANK
Corner of West Front Street and Bridge Avenue, (732) 842-4336
Voted the "best all-around, not-to-be-missed antique center in New Jersey” by The Star Ledger and “the Best of the Best in 2003” (as well as the past six years) by the Asbury Park Press. The oldest antique center in America! For over 40 years, the place to discover treasures of an-other era. Over 100 dealers in every conceivable specialty—furniture, paintings, china, brass, silver, toys, vintage clothing and linens, and much more—offer a world of beauty for your home and your collector's instinct. New stock arriving daily! Al-low plenty of time to roam the build-ings. Located in the heart of the Red Bank antique district. Off GSP Exit 109. Open daily 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Sun. 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

B&B SADDLERY
25 Bridge Avenue, (732) 530-5527
www.BandBSaddlery.com
Located in the up and coming West Side of Red Bank, B&B Saddlery is a unique department store catering to the outdoor lifestyle. Housed in a century-old loft-like space, B&B Saddlery is proud to present an incredible selection for both men and women of top name brands in apparel such as Patagonia, Barbour, Hunter, and Ellington. For your active dog, B&B Saddlery also offers grooming products, training tools, treats, collars and leads, toys, and beds. Brands such as Planet Dog, Crypton, Jax&Bones, Ollydog, and Wagwear are among the many offered. And, of course, B&B is known for carrying an extensive selection of equipment, apparel, books, jewelry, and gift items for both the equine enthusiast and the serious rider. Our staff is friendly and knowledgeable, specializing in personalized service, custom orders, hard to find items, and technical assistance. Open Mon. - Sat. 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM and till 8:00 PM Thurs. and Fri.

BALLEW JEWELERS
36 Broad Street, (732) 741-5800
www.ballewjewelers.com
Please refer to our listings under Freehold and Sea Girt.
For over 120 years, and four generations, Ballew Jewelers has been the right jeweler for the right reasons. Owned and operated by the Ballew family and their trained staff of professionals, Ballew Jewelers has built its reputation on quality, trust, and unmatched selection and credentials. There are three Monmouth County locations to serve you—Freehold, Sea Girt, and Red Bank. Three stores, featuring the finest quality and largest selection of 14kt and 18kt, jewelry, diamonds, and a selection of fine watches—Rolex, Ebel, Movado, Tag Heuer, Esquire, Fendi, Elini, Swiss Army, and Cellini. All fine jewelry and watch repairs are done on premises. Ballew Jewelers is the only jeweler in Central New Jersey with American Gem Society's Gem Trade lab certification. Fine watches. Fine jewelry. The best selection, the highest quality...at the best price. Ballew Jewelers—the right jeweler for the right reasons.

CHELSEA HOME
25 Broad Street, (732) 704-9990
www.ChelseaHome.com
Chelsea Home is your doorway to the past with its unique collection of quality antiques and handmade reproductions. Whether its the luster of two-hundred year old cherry woods, or the substantial weight of solid oak, Chelsea Home brings you handcrafted treasures, imported directly from Europe, custom-made furnishings designed to your exact specifications. Our attention to service earns customer praise time and again. The splendor of old-world craftsmanship is at Chelsea Home, in Red Bank.

COCO PARI
17 Broad Street, (732) 212-8111
www.cocopari.com
Please refer to our listing under Deal.
Imagine a stylish townhouse stuffed with top American and European designer labels. Though it’s easy to get lost in racks of Blumarine, Plein Sud, Moschino, Yigal, Azrouel, Roberto Cavalli, and D&G, don’t forget to peruse the shoe wall (Giuseppe Zanotti, Sergio Rossi, Jimmy Choo, Cesare Paliotti, Christian Louboutin, and YSL shoes and hand-bags, etc.) and dig through the designer jeans. Enjoy Red Bank with over three-hundred and fifty restaurants, shops, and late-night lounges, with CoCo Pari staying open close to midnight on Fri. and Sat. evenings. Wisteria, on the first floor, provides skin care and makeup accoutrements worthy of the fabulous clothes. This store rivals any chic boutique from South Beach to Soho.

EAST COAST FLAG & FLAGPOLE, INC.
Serving all of New Jersey
Red Bank: (732) 224-0888; Beachwood: (732) 341-0888; Long Beach Island: (609) 441-0888
www.EastCoastFlag.net
We are the flagpole experts! East Coast Flag & Flagpole has been selling, servicing, and installing flagpoles throughout Ocean and Monmouth counties for over ten years. We have the largest inventory and offer the fastest delivery and installation. Fiberglass flagpoles provide you with a maintenance-free, beautiful addition to your landscape or dock area. We offer a large variety of flags, banners, and all related hardware. We also offer custom flags and banners of all types. Call today for a free brochure on our fiberglass flagpoles. New Jersey, show your colors!

FAMEABILIA
42 Monmouth Street, (732) 450-8411
www.Fameabilia.com
Everyone has a hero, find yours here! Not just a gallery--an experience. The nation’s largest retail memorabilia gallery--sports memorabilia, historical documents, autographs, music/movie memorabilia, fine art, designed collectibles, and more. Whether it’s the Declaration of Independence (force ink copy), a Yankee team signed jersey, a Giants team signed helmet, or a limited edition gold record, come and enjoy our fascinating collection. Warning: a quick trip through the gallery is impossible. Allow plenty of time to browse! Open seven days a week. Mon. – Thurs. 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Fri. and Sat. 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Sun. 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Free parking always available to our customers. Major credit cards accepted. Handicap accessible.

FREDERICK GALLERIES
23-25 Front Street, (732) 531-9029
Opening this fall, our spacious third location will be designed to service each client’s needs from original art to fine art prints in an extensive range of medium and price. Our gallery gift shop will carry an array of artisan pieces from glassware to furniture. The design specialists in our custom framing area will assist in making your piece a one of a kind. We will carry an extensive variety of moldings to suit any piece. Our second floor will transform into a photo gallery and full service photography studio specializing in wedding photojournalism and family moments. For additional information, please contact our Allenhurst or Spring Lake galleries.

HIS AND HER FRAGRANCES
54 Monmouth Street, (732) 842- 7742
www.HisAndHerFragrances.com
Please refer to our listing under Marlboro.
Enter the door to an enchanting world of fragrances. His and Her Fragrances is sure to have the perfect scent for you, and we pride ourselves on providing good customer service. At our fragrance boutique, you will never pay full price and will be certain to find designer brands such as Yves Saint Laurent, Creed, Hermes, Versace, Cartier, Bvlgari, Guerlain, Elizabeth Arden, Elizabeth Taylor, Roberto Cavalli, Gucci, Calvin Klein, Dolce & Gabana, Burberry, Lacoste, Givenchy, Sisley, Salvador Dali, and many more! We also carry discontinued items that cannot be found in department stores. At His and Her Fragrances, we don’t merely sell perfume bottles and call it quits—we also make customized gift baskets that include your favorite scent along with lotion, body wash, body powder, or almost anything else you can imagine. Unlike department stores, His and Her Fragrances provides free gift-wrapping all year-round. For fifteen years, our goal has always been to satisfy our customers.

LAVISH KIDS
15 Broad Street, (732) 212-8490 or (866) 873-6500
www.LavishKids.com
We at Lavish Kids Boutique offer the latest in European and designer children’s clothing, shoes, and accessories. We carry brands such as Diesel, D&G Junior, Miss Blumarine, Helena & Harry, Miss Sixty, Juicy Couture, and much more! We have a full selection of shoes by Naturino, D&G, Miss Sixty, and Moschino. We also carry a wide range of denim from Diesel and Seven for All Mankind. From elegant to funky to swimwear, we have everything for your little fashion icon. Sizes range from infant to size 14. Adorable baby gifts include D&G, Burberry and Sonia Rykiel Baby onesie. Our friendly and knowledgeable service with great selection makes us a must for your children’s shopping needs. While you shop, your children can spend the time in our “books and blocks” corner. Also, come and enjoy Red Bank with the best dining and shopping on the shore. Open until 9:00 PM on Friday and Saturday in the summertime. We ship worldwide on orders placed online.

MARISA THE ART OF APPAREL
67 Broad Street, (732) 933-9030
www.MarisaBoutique.com
The perfect garment is the one that makes a woman feel and look spectacular and confident. And, that perfect item of clothing is as different for each woman as she is from every other woman. Ellen Ryan understands that. Edgy jeans, the perfect pants, whimsical couture jackets, and handmade day and evening bags are displayed with plenty of mannequins dressed to the nines. Rounding out the atelier’s two floors of unique, whimsical fashions from all over the world are more than 2,000 dresses for the day and evening in short and long lengths. There are a myriad of styles to choose from: halter tops, floor length, sleeveless, cropped, red, chocolate brown, midnight navy, silk charmuse, chiffon, jersey knit silk, cashmere, etc. What matters is finding the perfect piece that is the perfect choice for each woman. The accessories can also be found at Marisa to take that outfit from great to spectacular. Beautiful earrings and necklaces can embellish the look. Unique evening bags add a perfect dimension to that perfect dress. And for those cool evenings during the spring and summer, shawls, shrugs, wraps, and delicate jackets are another option to add glamour to any night. The store is open Sun. 12:00 noon to 6:00 PM; Mon. – Wed. 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thurs. 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Fri. and Sat. 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM.

SUNSHINE DAYDREAM
80 Broad Street, (One store south of Broadway Grill), (732) 741-0060
www.Sunshine-Daydream.com
Sunshine Daydream opened in May 2005 and has been in the jewelry business for over ten years. We carry the latest trends with the largest selection in costume and sterling silver jewelry for all ages at very affordable prices. It’s a fun place to shop with a warm and friendly atmosphere. So whether you are looking for something specific for that special day or just want to add some fun and funky jewelry to your collection, you will be sure to find what you are looking for at Sunshine Daydream.

WINTERS FURS
43 Monmouth Street, (732) 741-2675
www.WintersFurs.com
Established in Red Bank in 1938, Winters Furs is proud to have served the community for almost 70 years. Known for style, quality, value, and superb service, Winters Furs offers an extensive selection of furs, luxurious knitted and woven furs, fantastic and versatile reversible furs, shearlings and leathers, scarves, gloves, hand bags, and cashmere sweaters. Designer collections include Bill Blass, Cassin, Feraud, Paula Lishman, and Zuki. Winters’ broad selection also features private label custom shearlings and the latest in fur trimmed outerwear by Feyem and Visconf. Outstanding and unique designs by david & scotti, Kevin O’Brien, Plinio Visona, Franco Ferrari, and Trilogy are included in the wide variety of accessories available. Whether choosing something for yourself or the perfect gift, let Winters’ knowledgeable sales staff help you with your selection. Additional services offered include remodeling, repairs, storage, and cleaning. Hours: Monday – Friday 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM; Saturdays 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Sundays in November and December, and by appointment.

Dining Out

MANHATTAN BAGEL
Red Bank: 20 Water Street, (Maple Ave. & W. Front St.), (732) 933-9191
www.ManhattanBagel.com
Breakfast is not a time of day, it is a taste craving. That’s why our legendary breakfast classics are offered all day long! And, you can get it any way you want it. Team your choice up with our famous MANHATTAN BAGEL Coffee TM or select from bakery fresh sweets. Our lunch is a combination of taste sensations featuring made-to-order sandwiches and flavorful salads. And, cool off this summer with our delicious NEW! Manhattan Chillerz frozen smoothies! Come in today to one of our eleven locations in Monmouth and Ocean Counties!

Events

Please see Calendar Of Events.