Daniel R.
9/24/2025
Mar Belo has become my dad's favorite restaurant and it was only proper to have his 80th birthday celebration here. The service was wonderful throughout the meal. The entire staff was attentive...
Mar Belo
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611 Broadway
Long Branch, NJ 07740
Portugal: Land of Explorers
In the 15th Century, Prince Henry the navigator ordered his explorers to bring back to Portugal any exotic fruits, nuts and plants from the new lands. Tomatoes and potatoes are taken to Europe, Brazilian pineapples were introduced to Azores, Brazilian chili peppers grew in Angola, African coffee was transplanted to Brazil.
Today the Portuguese fondness for ingredients like cinnamon or curry powder, is also a legacy of his time. The Romans brought wheat and introduced onion, garlic, olives and grapes. Later the Moors were the first to plant rice and introduced figs, planted groves of lemons, oranges and almond trees. Portugal is a seafaring nation with a well-developed fishing industry trading cod since the 15th century.
Today, naturally, Portuguese cuisine varies from region to region , but fresh fish and shellfish are found on virtually every menu. BOM APETITE!!!!
In the 15th Century, Prince Henry the navigator ordered his explorers to bring back to Portugal any exotic fruits, nuts and plants from the new lands. Tomatoes and potatoes are taken to Europe, Brazilian pineapples were introduced to Azores, Brazilian chili peppers grew in Angola, African coffee was transplanted to Brazil.
Today the Portuguese fondness for ingredients like cinnamon or curry powder, is also a legacy of his time. The Romans brought wheat and introduced onion, garlic, olives and grapes. Later the Moors were the first to plant rice and introduced figs, planted groves of lemons, oranges and almond trees. Portugal is a seafaring nation with a well-developed fishing industry trading cod since the 15th century.
Today, naturally, Portuguese cuisine varies from region to region , but fresh fish and shellfish are found on virtually every menu. BOM APETITE!!!!
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Reviews
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Anisah S.
8/26/2025
Mar Belo was an absolutely delightful gem located on 611 Broadway, right in the heart of Long Branch. This Portuguese spot didn't just meet expectations, it danced right past them with a plate in...
Andrea A.
7/29/2025
Usually I sleep on it and write my review the next day (... or day after) but I couldn't wait to share how amazing Mar Belo was! Let's start with the warm welcome... we had been driving all day...
Denise H.
5/7/2025
If you have been here before you know a 5 is reserved for my return visit. I don't know if I will ever be in Long Branch-again but if I'm close-I'm driving here for food! This place is very...
Luisa H.
7/20/2025
This Portuguese food was amazing! Every bite delicious!! The service was excellent too!
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