Former Chef Mike's Owner Opening New Restaurant in Seaside Heights

The new fine-dining establishment aims to bring elevated cuisine to the Jersey Shore town.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 8:39pm

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A brightly colored, high-contrast silkscreen print of an iconic Jersey Shore food item, such as a slice of pizza or an ice cream cone, repeated in a tight grid pattern to capture the vibrant, pop art energy of the new restaurant opening in Seaside Heights.The opening of a new fine-dining restaurant in Seaside Heights aims to elevate the town's culinary offerings beyond its traditional boardwalk fare.Seaside Heights Today

Chef Mike Jurusz, the former owner of the popular restaurant ABG, is opening a new fine-dining establishment in Seaside Heights, New Jersey. The new restaurant will offer elevated cuisine and aims to elevate the dining scene in the Jersey Shore town.

Why it matters

Seaside Heights has long been known more for its boardwalk attractions than its culinary offerings, so the arrival of a new fine-dining restaurant from an experienced chef like Jurusz has the potential to draw in foodies and transform the town's reputation as a dining destination.

The details

Jurusz, who previously owned the acclaimed restaurant ABG, is teaming up with the town of Seaside Heights to open the new fine-dining establishment. The restaurant will focus on serving high-quality, creative cuisine in a sophisticated setting, aiming to bring a new level of dining to the Jersey Shore town.

  • The new restaurant is slated to open in summer 2026.

The players

Chef Mike Jurusz

The former owner of the popular restaurant ABG, who is now opening a new fine-dining establishment in Seaside Heights.

Seaside Heights

The Jersey Shore town that is partnering with Jurusz to bring the new fine-dining restaurant to the area.

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What they’re saying

“We are so excited to team up with Seaside and to bring fine dining to Seaside Heights,”

— Chef Mike Jurusz

What’s next

The new restaurant is expected to open in summer 2026, with more details on the menu and concept to be announced in the coming months.

The takeaway

The arrival of a new fine-dining restaurant from an experienced chef like Jurusz has the potential to transform Seaside Heights' reputation as a dining destination, bringing elevated cuisine and a sophisticated dining experience to the Jersey Shore town.