Located inside the historic Hewitt-Wellington Hotel, Whispers is a Victorian setting, crystal chandeliers, silver service, white linen table coverings, and elegant fine dining. Whispers serves modern American food with an creative touch. Please feel free to Bring Your Own Beer, Wine or Champagne. We have Riedel Glassware to serve you at no extra charge.
"Celebrated our 22nd wedding anniversary with a wonderful dining experience at Whispers. Setting is beautiful across from lake in the historic Victorian inn. Food was exceptional. It was a perfect evening together for us and we will go back to celebrate again for sure."
Dined on 6/15/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Started the evening by accidentally bumping into the restaurant's owner who personally walked us to our table. The food was fantastic as was the service and scenery. Cant wait to go back!!"
Dined on 6/14/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"This is the place I bring my 86yr old Mother to on her Birthday year after year,and at least 5 more visits in between.Always a wonderful meal.and never hungry an hour later.Thank You Whispers"
Dined on 6/12/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"The couple we dined with described Whispers a "charming and enjoyable". We certainly agree with that description.
I would also like to compliment our waiter - Cleverson who helped make our evening most enjoyable. Thanks Cleverson for your attentive, pleasant service."
Dined on 6/05/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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"This was a perfect choice for our 47th anniversary. We just moved back to NJ after 18 yrs and was looking for an intimate, quiet "dinning" experience for our anniversary. We can't say enough about this wonderful restaurant. Food was perfect, wait staff was always professional but friendly. Food was exceptional, this coming from a real food snob. Ohh still dreaming about the double veal chop with wild mushroom sauce. Finally, thank you for "no cell phones allowed" and we like the BYOB. Looking forward to coming back before our next anniversary:)"
Dined on 5/21/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"Whispers is my favorite restaurant. They offer an exceptional dining experience. I highly recommend the sea bass or their Maine lobster and crabcake special that is often an option depending on availability. They added sushi and sashimi not long ago. I was speculative about this addition since they have never been a sushi restaurant. However they even excel in this food category. I can't think of a single complaint. Expect to pay accordingly for a truly wonderful dining experience, but their BYOB status does help to compensate for the price of the food. Besides, it is worth every penny."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"We had a great Mother's day dining experience at Whispers in Spring Lake. We enjoyed terrific food, service and presentation in an elegant room. The three course Mother's Day specials did not disappoint. We will be back."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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"This is one of my favorite restaurants. The fact that is BYO makes it better. Food, service and presentation are excellent. It is pricey, but perfect for a special occasion. Can't wait to go back."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"this is a special neighborhood place. I live about 3 miles away and its always been great. They have now added sushi to their menu and I love it. The food is always great, especially the lobster."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: romantic
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"Best sashimi I've ever eaten! The volcano appetizer could have been an entree. It was delicious and there was plenty! The fish just melted In mouth it was so fresh!
It was our first time at Whispers. The staff was very pleasant and on the ready to serve.
If there was a fault it would be that the sound carried and we were very uncomfortable with talking normally."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view
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"I called to confirm that it was BYOB and the hostess was very pleasant on the phone. We were greeted pleasantly and seated right away. The waitress was professional and confident about the menu. We received a complimentary cucumber salad first course that was very fresh. We ordered the salmon volcano special to start. The rolls were piping hot and perfectly cooked - crispy on the outside but soft on the inside. When the salmon volcano came out it didn't last long. It was soooo delicious. My boyfriend ordered lamb and I ordered sea bass. Both dishes were outstanding. We finished the evening with the apple caramel cobbler and an espresso. It was an experience to remember and we are looking forward to going back again."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"Haven't been there for awhile just went back after 6 months for a nice romantic evening with my wife and as usual food was outstanding and the service was great. I had the rack of lamb special that was cooked perfectly and tasted delicious. My wife had the Lobster special which is always on there special list and that was outstanding as usual. Cant wait to go back again"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"We've been coming here on & off for over 7 years .One of my best friends is the seafood purveyor & myself formerly in the trade, know that here the quality is on par if not better than most of the top restaurants in Manhattan. Nick the owner has maintained a consistent level of excellent quality over the years both in front & back of house operations. Spend you next special occasion at Whispers."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"Whispers is located in the Hewitt Wellington hotel in Spring lake,built in the early 1900's. it has the classic Victorian look and feel. The food is well prepared,with emphasis on a mixed menu of French cuisine.The dining room has a intimate feel.Service was very good,the servers are well informed of all the of all the menu items,and ingredients. It's is very expensive,but certainly worth the price,for a special occasion or if you want to really splurge. Everything was delicious, filet mignon ,and swordfish."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"Wonderful dining experience. The meal was delicious and beautifully presented. The service was outstanding. It is a little pricey so I probably will not be going on a regular basis but will definitely return for a special occasion."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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"Food was very good. Sushi is outstanding. My sea bass was excellent. BYO is nice, allows a fine wine while not blowing the budget. Tables are cramped. Noise level approaches unacceptable levels. Because the tables for two are so close to large tables(arms touching with neighbors), and the overall noise level, I would not recommend this as romantic. Better for groups."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
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"This was our second time at Whispers. Both times were wonderful. Great food, great presentation, great staff! It might have been a tad high priced, but we'll return there again!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"My wife and I received a gift from our daughters and sons-in-law for dinner at Whispers. The words "elegant" and "tasteful" come to mind. Our meal was superb from appetizer through dessert. It is a BYO establishment, so remember to bring your favorite vintage. We did not know this in advance, but Whispers offers a service by a nearby liquor store from which I ordered a bottle of wine and which was delivered within 15 minutes."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"I had a bad experience, seeing an offer on their website that was declined when we went to the restaurant. They were not honoring something that was offered on their website as a special menu on Sundays between five and six. Got there at 5:15 and the menu was not offered. The manager called me the next day to apologize but did not make any offer to make it worth my while to go back. Plus....the place is a little too stuffy for me anyway. They kept trying to offer this table right by the kitchen to everyone that came in, even though the place was empty!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2007
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"Very enjoyable evening. My husband and I both had the butter lettuce with beets, tasty. I had the special halibut, excellent. My husband had the pork chop, delicious. The staff was very attentive."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"Two of us ordered rack of lamb. The entire platter was only luke warm. I had convinced the other couple to go there. We were so disappointed. For $41.00, and a restaurant that was not full, I would expect better. I elected not to send the meal back, because one of the men in our party was becoming angry. We will not go there again."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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"I went there at the request of my companion. Our reservation was for 9:00 PM. I was surprised at the table we were seated at. It was a small, two person table pushed against the wall between to the entrance to the dining room and a curtain that I can only assume separated us from the entrance to the kitchen because all the servers went that way. The table actually had to be pulled out so my companion could get in & I felt like I was in the traffic lane all the time. It was quite noisy in the dining room as well. So much so that I constantly found myself leaning towards my friend just to be able to hear what she was saying. We passed another small dining room which seemed a lot roomier & quieter."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
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"Staff is so friendly and accommodating. My spouse and I felt like we were treated like royalty. Great ambiance and spectacular food. Kudos to the chef! Will visit again in the future."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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"I am a foodie. Whispers is one of the best restaurants I have ever eaten in. I visit Spring Lake, NJ because of Whispers. It is the best restaurant in New Jersey."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"My girl friend and I are always on the lookout for new restaurants to try and selected Whispers for dinner. We found the seating to be cramped and unfortunately our table was alongside an extremely loud party of 8 people. For the first hour of our dinner, it was almost impossible to carry on a conversation over the din coming from the adjoining table. Suffice it to say that this seriously detracted from the overall dining experience. Aside from the noise, the food was very good and the service attentive."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2012
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"Whispers has it all, this is a very special place for fine dining, we love it here, whenever we take friends here they are wowed! just not the run of the mill."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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