Rumson, New Jersey · Since 1942

Val’s Tavern

Lobster Pie, pizza, burgers and dinner. Live music on the weekends.

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Food first

From the Kitchen

Original Lobster PieFresh lobster, mild or spicy marinara. A classic since 1942.
Chicken Tequila PastaChicken, peppers, onions, spicy cream sauce, penne.
Sopranos Pork Chop14 oz Berkshire chop, peppers, onions, potatoes, balsamic reduction.
Salad PizzaFresh arugula and tomatoes over a hot pie.
Pappardelle BologneseBeef and pork ragu, pappardelle, ricotta.
Bacon Cheddar BurgerBacon, cheddar, served with fries.
Ahi Tuna SaladSeared ahi tuna, baby greens, tomatoes, cucumbers.
WingsBone-in or boneless. Eight sauces.
Burrata SaladBurrata, arugula, pesto, tomatoes, pine nuts, balsamic glaze.
Nov 1 to Jan 1 · In the restaurant only

Holiday Gift Cards

You buy
$100
in gift cards
You get
$20
free voucher
Gift card purchases in the restaurant only. Limit $400 in purchases per guest.
Vouchers good January 2 to October 31, 2027. Lost vouchers can’t be reissued.
Since 1942

A Rumson Tavern

Val’s has been the place to meet, eat and have a drink in Rumson since 1942. Owned and run by brothers Chris and James Smith, with a renovated dining room and bar, an outdoor patio, 12 beers on tap and plenty of TVs for the games.

Our Story

Friday and Saturday nights · Never a cover

Live Music

Dinner first. Live music after.

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Parties and catering

Celebrate at Val’s

Private upstairs event space with seating for up to 50 guests. Let Val’s cater your next gathering.

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123 E. River Road, Rumson, NJ 07760

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