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Arugula Spring Lake
Fish Dishes (Striper Bass, Mahi-mahi, Ahi, Blackened Fish Salad, Salmon Rockefeller)
Various fish dishes are highly praised for their freshness and well-balanced flavors. The chef’s skill in preparing fish dishes like Striper Bass, Mahi-mahi, Ahi, blackened fish salad, and Salmon Rockefeller is repeatedly noted.
36 Hour Roasted Pork
This dish is described as a favorite and highly recommended for its outstanding flavor and preparation.
Lamb
The lamb is specifically mentioned as being loved, indicating it is a standout dish.
Appetizers (Coconut Shrimp, Eggplant Tower, Fruit Salad Appetizer)
Appetizers receive strong positive comments, with coconut shrimp, eggplant tower, and a unique fruit salad appetizer noted for their incredible flavors and innovative ingredient combinations.
Veal Osso Bucco
Veal osso bucco is singled out as an excellent dish, enjoyed by diners along with other main courses.
Pasta Fra Diavlo
This pasta dish is mentioned as excellent, showing the restaurant’s Italian influence and strong pasta offerings.
Zucchini Noodles with Chicken
This dish is praised for its quality and flavor, highlighting the restaurant’s diverse menu.
Garlic Bread
The garlic bread is described as a real treat and complements meals well, often paired with other dishes.
Limoncello Cake
The limoncello cake dessert is noted as extraordinary, recommending it as a must-try sweet ending.
Italian Egg Drop Soup
This soup is highlighted as something out of this world, indicating a unique and flavorful starter.
Hours
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM to 9 PM |
About Arugula Spring Lake
Seaside American eatery serving familiar dishes in relaxed surrounds with an outside patio.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great wine list
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Arugula Spring Lake known for?
It is especially known for eggplant dishes, including the eggplant tower and a highly praised special eggplant preparation, plus garlic bread, clams, and seafood plates. Reviewers also mention big portions and fresh, well-prepared food, with the owner and staff often singled out for attentive service.
What dishes are most recommended at Arugula Spring Lake?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend the eggplant tower or other eggplant specials, garlic bread with creamy sauce, calamari, clams, and seafood dishes like tiger shrimp pomadora or fresh ahi. Other frequently praised plates include lamb, bolognese pasta, veal osso bucco, and limoncello cake for dessert.
What is the atmosphere like at Arugula Spring Lake?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, charming, and casual, with twinkle lights, holiday decor in some visits, and an outdoor patio. It works well for families, groups, and solo diners, and the dining room is often described as intimate rather than loud or formal.
Is Arugula Spring Lake good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is $20 to $60, and reviewers often call it very reasonable or fairly priced for the portion size and quality. Several comments mention good value, with generous servings and meals that feel worth the price, especially for dinner and special dishes.
Do you need a reservation at Arugula Spring Lake?
Yes, dinner reservations are recommended, and reviewers say reservations are a must on busy nights. The restaurant is also noted for plenty of parking, which helps when visiting for dinner or a special occasion.
Is parking available at Arugula Spring Lake?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
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