The Black Whale Restaurant was recommended to us by the owners of Julia's of Savannah where we were staying during our trip to Beach Haven. We were interested in seafood. That day happened to also be the Chowderfest Competition in which the Black Whale participated. They came in second and offered us a bowl of their winning red chowder at... more

Smaller bar area has a pub-like feel. Restaurant always looks busy and smells great but we usually order the soups, burgers and beers at the bar and watch the game or chat with the staff. They have Guinness and Smithwick's on tap so we always feel like we are having a bit of the homeland at the Jersey shore. more

Our party of four read the reviews in the trip advisor and decided to try the Black Whale. We heard of the long wait and we decided to go by 6:00 p.m. on a tuesday night. We were taken right in. The food a bit pricey but worth it. If they would replace their hard oyster crackers with nice warm... more

Just dined here last week with a large family group. Seafood bisque was GREAT and many people in our party ordered a pasta dish with shrimp and scallops which was universally liked. I had fried shrimp, which were pretty mediocre, accompanying by luke warm rice and beans. The food is fairly average but there is not much of a selection... more

After reading all of the fine reviews my wife and I decided to visit this restaurant on our yearly trip to LBI. On Thursday July 30 at 4PM we called requesting a reservation for 2 for anytime after 7PM. At that time my wife was told that they do not take reservations for parties of less than 8 however we... more

We ate here for the first time this weekend....great food and bar service. I would recommend the artichoke and crab dip...yuuuum. Also had the lobster roll....just like New England...we will eb back asap...loved the bartenders - very entertaining and courteous. So glad we found a new best...thanks. more

We visited The Black Whale last year and really liked the food but had a problem with the bill. This year we thought we would give it another chance. Again, this year, great food but we had two issues with the service. First, our dinners came out and we never received our appetizer that we ordered. We didn't think much... more

The crab and art dip, garlic mussels, king crab, and all the specials are delicious! The cocktail list is fun and the staff is courteous and helpful! I will definitely go back! more

Ate here tonight with 4 adults and 2 teens. We had called ahead for reservations and were seated immediately upon arriving. Our server was pleasant and knowledgeable about the menu. Our drinks came quickly and she checked back twice while our group decided on what to eat. Everything from the clams to calamari to broiled seafood and king crabs was... more