Great spot in Monmouth County for meatballs and bourbon

What a great meal we had at 618 restaurant in Freehold, Monmouth County.

The owner Matt runs an outstanding business with terrific food, attentive and professional staff members, and a fantastic selection of cocktails and bourbons.

We had a tasting in some very cool "fish scale" small shot glasses.

The restaurant team spends time selecting the right barrels of various bourbons and then private labels them for their restaurant.

The general manager Ed makes everyone feel right at home and is on top of everything happening in the front and back of the house.

Matt G is the front-of-the-house manager and served up the bourbon tasting.

All the food is excellent but you want to make sure you try the meatball appetizer. One of the best in Jersey.

Another incredible dining experience at one of New Jersey's best restaurants. With the success of 618, Matt is expanding and opening another great location in Old Bridge.

The new place called "Mezcal" will have a Mexican theme and an incredible bar selection. I'll keep you posted on the grand opening as Jodi and I are planning to be there.

The post above reflects the thoughts and observations of New Jersey 101.5 talk show host Bill Spadea. Any opinions expressed are Bill's own.

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