r/LongBeachIsland

I know they posted a couple weeks ago that they probably won't be able to open for MDW, but has anyone else heard anything new since then?

Year round resident in Beach Haven and have had Verizon mobile and Verizon 5G Home Ultra wifi service for years.

I can look out the window at the cell tower which I’ve learned is Verizon and the service is still awful

Thinking of switching to T-Mobile and wanting others who use T-Mobile to share their service experience on LBI

Thanks

I’m very familiar with LBI and spend a lot of time all over the island, but I’m curious how others would rank the towns based on beaches, restaurants, overall vibe, and desirability to own/live there. Beach quality is probably my biggest factor.

My rankings would probably be:

1. Beach Haven

Obviously has the most going for it. Great restaurants, nightlife, beautiful homes, and honestly one of the best towns for kids with Fantasy Island, mini golf, Bay Village, etc. The only con is the teenagers that roam around in the summer but hey, I was once one of those teenagers going to Ketch teen nights.

2. Surf City

Super cute town with a lot of nice shops and spots like How You Brewing. Has a great classic LBI feel. Only downside is depending where you stay it can be a LONG walk from the bay to the beach.

3. Ship Bottom

Honestly feels like the up and coming town to me. A lot of improvements over the years and some great spots like The Local, Ferrara’s for a morning Taylor ham egg and cheese, and Ship Bottom Shellfish. Looking forward for the old CVS to turn into an arcade! Their bay beach also seems to be one of the best on the island for little kids and the actual beach is huge.

4. Harvey Cedars/North Beach

Quiet and beautiful with some really nice spots mixed in. Love the Friday market at Black Eyed Susan’s and the overall peaceful feel of the area.

5. Barnegat Light

The lighthouse and nature here are amazing. Love Kubels and sad about Jen’s Links. Feels very different from the rest of the island in a good way and is probably one of the prettiest parts of LBI.

6. Holgate

Love the bird preserve and the natural untouched feel. Definitely unique compared to the rest of the island.

7. Brant Beach

Nice area but personally only really a go to for me if you’re staying there.

8. Loveladies

Beautiful homes but feels mostly like it’s for the rich and famous.

Curious how everyone else would rank the towns.