Reservations · Delivery · Takeout · Outdoor seating
Stylish New American spot with strong cocktails, a creative, seafood-forward menu, and lively indoor-outdoor seating; food is often good but inconsistent, service can lag, and prices are high for the portions.
Saint & Second delivers solid neighborhood dining with exceptional setting appeal and a strong cocktail program, but inconsistent food quality and variable service timing prevent it from reaching higher territory. The creative New American menu shines when executed well—gochujang pork belly, coconut dashi salmon—yet dishes range from excellent to underseasoned depending on the night, making it a worthwhile destination for cocktails and atmosphere rather than culinary consistency.
Set on bustling 2nd Street, Saint & Second blends a modern dining room with an upstairs bar and patio that feel lively and stylish. Servers are often warm and informed, though timing can slip during rush. One diner summed it up: great cocktails and a fun scene, with food that can range from excellent to just okay depending on the night. The kitchen leans New American with creative global accents—think gochujang pork belly, coconut dashi with salmon, and a raw bar alongside a signature burger and steak frites. When on form, plates balance richness and brightness; on off nights, a few dishes read underseasoned or overcooked. It suits guests who enjoy inventive flavors and a polished-casual vibe as much as the cocktail list. Families will find enough approachable options—burger, fish and chips, chicken, and mac—to keep kids happy, though portions and bold flavors make it less of a kids-first spot. With salads labeled vegan or gluten-free and staff able to accommodate, it is family workable, but picky eaters may prefer simpler choices like the burger or fish and chips.
Area: Vibrant Belmont Shore corridor with beach-adjacent foot traffic, boutiques, and bars; draws locals and visitors for evenings out.
Safety: Generally safe and well-trafficked, especially on weekends; typical urban beach-area vigilance advised.
Nearby: Near 2nd Street shops, cafes, and nightlife; short walk to the beach and residential streets.
Available: Reservations, Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor seating
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