Rue 561 Bistro
Description
RUE 561 BISTRO
561 Fischer Boulevard
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 503-4308
WED – THUR 5-9 pm, / FRI – SAT 5-10 pm / SUN 5-9 pm
Family-owned Restaurant
B.Y.O.B.
Farm to Table – produce from over 100 different farms in NJ, NY, & PA
45-day dry-aged meats
This family-owned BYOB bistro offers an innovative menu of modern, trend-forward dishes crafted with the highest-quality ingredients. Premium dry-aged steaks, poultry, and specialty meats are sourced from renowned purveyor Pat LaFrieda, while seasonal, locally caught seafood, creative pasta dishes, and chef-inspired specialties showcase the restaurant’s commitment to quality and flavor. With weekly specials and a dedication to culinary excellence, Rue 561 Bistro has become a destination for those seeking an unforgettable dining experience at the Jersey Shore. Just minutes from the Seaside Bridge. BYOB.
RUE 561 BISTRO MISSION
Our mission is to bring the freshest, best-tasting, sustainably sourced ingredients to the Jersey Shore. As a locally owned family BYOB bistro, we blend farm-to-table dining with an innovative, modern approach, creating trend-forward dishes that are both approachable and unforgettable. We proudly partner with more than 120 local farms throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York, sourcing the finest seasonal ingredients available. Every dish is crafted using premium hand-cut meats and wild-caught seafood, delivering exceptional quality, flavor, and a true taste of the region.
Sample Menu:
Appetizers
Starters
- Truffle Whipped Ricotta – Truffle honey, crostini, micro basil
- Charred Octopus & Chorizo – Crispy fingerling potatoes, chimichurri, Aleppo chili oil
- Rue 561 Wedge Salad – Applewood smoked pork belly, Gorgonzola, sesame vinaigrette
- Charcuterie Board – Chef’s selection of artisanal meats and cheeses
Entrées
- Pan-Seared Salmon – Apple & cranberry quinoa, butternut squash purée, port wine reduction
- Bouillabaisse – Fresh catch, shrimp, clams, mussels, saffron-lemon broth
- French Cut Chicken – Lemon garlic scampi butter, fingerling potatoes, grilled artichoke
- Spicy Rigatoni – Vodka sauce, Calabrian chili, Pecorino Romano
- 45-Day Dry-Aged Prime NY Strip – Garlic confit, rich demi-glace
- Berkshire Mojo Pork Chop – Sweet corn purée, yuca fries, chorizo sofrito
Signature Sides
- Truffle Mac & Cheese
- Brussels Sprouts with Applewood Smoked Pork Belly
- Pecorino & Thyme Fingerling Potatoes
- Yuca Steak Fries with Smoked Chili Aioli
This menu showcases Rue 561 Bistro’s farm-to-table philosophy, premium dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, and elevated modern American cuisine while keeping the Dining Guide concise and reader-friendly. (RUE 561 BISTRO)
Toms River, New Jersey 08753