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The Acme was one of the hottest bars on LBI during the 1970’s. The Ketch was once the Acme Hotel, Bar and Restaurant. During it’s heyday it was a favorite of celebrities such as Babe Ruth. It was also allegedly a speakeasy during prohibition. When the revenuers were on their way, the stash of not […]

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Minnows in the street

Last Updated on January 17, 2020 by Christopher G Mendla During tidal flooding you can sometimes see minnows, grass shrimp or even crabs in the street. Long Beach Island is only a few feet above sea level. The storm drains empty into the bay. During a flood tide, the bay water often comes up through […]

Morrison's Restaurant

Last Updated on August 19, 2023 by Christopher G Mendla Morrison’s Restaurant was a classic LBI restaurant. It had been serving great seafood since the 1940’s. It’s position adjacent to the intercoastal waterway and large windows provided a parade of boats for diners. The volume of boats dropped off significantly as time progressed. In the […]

Massacre at Long Beach Island – Oct 26, 1782

There is a plaque just outside of Viking Village in Barnegat Light memorializing a Massacre of Patriots by British Loyalists during the War for Independence. The Marker is located at 20th Street and Bayview Avenue in Barnegat light 1776-1783 Massacre at Long Beach Island October 26, 1782 Near this place, Privateer Capt. Andrew Steelman, his […]

The Surflight Theater in Beach Haven

Country Kettle Fudge – LBI Views in Bay Village in Beach Haven

The Pearl Street Market in Beach Haven

Kapler's Pharmacy in Beach Haven – LBI Views

Schooner's Wharf in Beach Haven – LBI Views

Last Updated on August 3, 2020 by Christopher G Mendla Schooner’s Wharf is a collection of shops in Beach Haven located where the Lucy Evelyn was once beached. After the Lucy Evelyn burned, a complex of shops was built known as The Schooner’s Wharf. A replica ship was built which was much smaller than the […]

The Black Whale in Beach Haven. – LBI Views

The Black Whale is a restaurant with great seafood and a bar. Recently I had the pleasure of dining at The Black Whale Bar & Fish House in Beach Haven and found it to be an exceptional experience. From the moment I entered, I was charmed by its charming ambience and attention to detail – […]

The New Jersey Maritime Museum in Beach Haven – LBI Views

Last Updated on February 17, 2020 by Christopher G Mendla The New Jersey Maritime Museum is a great way to spend some time while learning about the history of New Jersey and the sea. The museum is located in Beach Haven at Dock Road and Northwest avenue. You can view the various collections including memorabilia […]

The Acme Bar in Beach Haven. – LBI Views

Last Updated on September 23, 2023 by Christopher G Mendla The Acme was one of the hottest bars on LBI during the 1970’s. The Ketch was once the Acme Hotel, Bar and Restaurant. During it’s heyday it was a favorite of celebrities such as Babe Ruth. It was also allegedly a speakeasy during prohibition. When […]

The Show Place Ice Cream Parlor in Beach Haven – LBI Views

Last Updated on September 21, 2023 by Christopher G Mendla UPDATE – 2020 – Due to restrictions on indoor dining, the Show Place is offering outside seating and take out. The Show Place Ice Cream Parlor is a unique ice cream place with a 1900’s flavor. It is staffed by actors and actresses from the […]

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