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Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 7250 reviews

What User likes about Theresa’s South:
I chose to dine at Theresa South on multiple occasions because they have never let me down. Service is outstanding, menu has something for everyone, and food of course is amazing. I do not even have to look at the menu, I get the Tune entree, outstanding View all feedback.

What User doesn't like about Theresa’s South:
menu choices specials plentifully varied. service excellent. burrata special; spinat salat tasty. calamari beautiful crisp but bland . tagitele mushroom pasta alwys are a favorite prices that they are. whole restaurant with taking out the lighting needs a re-do. outdated wall flower arrangements- drag her down! View all feedback.

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4.8 ★ from 50 reviews

Almost no one there The service was good and all the food was delicious from the appetizer to the dessert. We will go back again

Everything was great...servers were friendly, service was quick, and food was great...definitely coming back

The food at Theresa's is remarkably good; start with the signature eggplant pancake, topped with lots of delicious mozzarella and pesto, then proceed to any of...

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The food was okay, but wasn't better than most in that category. Although the server was very nice, they need to train their staff a little better. Dirty plates...

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First time at the Theresa's. Food was very good. Nice atmosphere

Theresa's South offers a menu with abundant and varied choices, delicious food, and excellent service. Dishes like the eggplant pancake and penne broccoli rabe with sausage are highlights. However, some diners found issues with the portion sizes and service, feeling rushed to order. Others were impressed by the Valentine's Day prix fixe menu, with tender filet mignon and delicious desserts. Despite some minor shortcomings with specific dishes, Theresa's South remains a favorite spot for many return patrons, with some making reservations in advance to secure a table. Overall, this restaurant promises a satisfying dining experience with standout dishes and cozy ambiance.

Google
4.6 ★ from 21 reviews
Robin
26.10.2023 - 11:48

Lovely restaurant in Bay Head. Great food, great ambiance and efficient service. We are excited to host our rehearsal dinner here in May! Food: 5 Service: 5 Atm...

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Fantastic menu, delicious food and great service. Party of 4 and everyone was incredibly happy with our dinners. Great Caesar salad! Short ribs, paoardelle, rig...

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Patty
26.10.2023 - 11:48

Ordered snapper which was dry and very overcooked, filet was good, pasta dishes were good but dissappointed in the small portion of pasta on the plates. They al...

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Brian
26.10.2023 - 11:48

We had dinner with friends at Theresa's South last night. We were seated quickly and the first thing we noticed was that we could hear each other! Theresa's Sou...

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Michael
26.10.2023 - 11:48

Was blown away by the incredible Italian food here. I tried the Linguini Fra Diavolo. The pasta was homemade and the seafood was so fresh!!! Lia was my server....

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Opentable
4.7 ★ from 2266 reviews
Lou
22.02.2025 - 08:58

Great food, great service and great value always consistently good.

Beth
22.02.2025 - 08:58

Tables inside are on top of each other. Food was good service was good. It was loud and you were less then 6 inches from table next to you . Waiter reached over...

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Barbara
22.02.2025 - 08:58

We go to Theresa's South at least once a month and we go for the Tuna sushi rare. It is fabulous. This week we started with sharing the stuffed pepper appetizer...

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Dion
22.02.2025 - 08:58

Food was good. We felt very rushed and were out in an hour. Had the grilled peach salad and peaches were hard. Tuna was great, but the presentation left a bit t...

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Theresa
22.02.2025 - 08:58

The prices were high and the portions of the food were small. The service was just adequate. Probably would not return. There are several other restaurants in t...

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Yelp
4.0 ★ from 214 reviews
Alexandra
01.10.2024 - 06:33

My party of 4 thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Theresa's. Benjamin was great at taking care of us along with the other servers. We started with the fried calamar...

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Deana
01.10.2024 - 06:33

Not your average NJ BYOB Italian joint. Theresa's is fantastic, every dish I have tried has been excellent. Ambiance and service are just as great as the food!...

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Sara
01.10.2024 - 06:33

What really put Theresa's over the top for me was their service. The waiters are young but so well trained, very friendly and respectful. The food came at the p...

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Maylee
01.10.2024 - 06:33

First visit to Theresa's South. It's BYOB and we ran over to Burke's to pick up some wine. Ambiance and service it was Friday night and not very busy. We were s...

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April
01.10.2024 - 06:33

This is our second time here and another fantastic dining experience. From start to finish the service was excellent. I love seafood and decided to try the Blac...

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Doordash
4.9 ★ from 640 reviews
Mary
06.01.2024 - 14:34

Not a fan of broccoli rabe. Too bitter. Would prefer some haricot verts as a side vegetable

Caralyn
06.01.2024 - 14:34

The Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Braised Short Rib was priced at $33.00 and only contained about four small bite-sized pieces of short rib. It is disappointing tha...

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Patrick
06.01.2024 - 14:34

The food at this restaurant is consistently excellent. We would definitely order dessert if they offered it.

Lucia
06.01.2024 - 14:34

The food was incredibly tasty!

Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 167 reviews
Restaurantguru
4.5 ★ from 3892 reviews

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