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Chef Meg LaManna serves seasonal, local and organic food at Mugsy's Mercantile in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ on Saturday, May 13, 2023.Jim Lowney | For NJ Advance Media

Welcome to the NJ.com food and culture team’s local dining guide series, offering recommendations for foodie hubs in North, Central and South Jersey and everything in between. These lists are curated to give diners a mix of cuisines and the best restaurant experiences to indulge this summer and beyond. Let’s dig in!

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