Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can you really dock your boat and walk right into Caribbean Pete's?

    Yes, Caribbean Pete's sits directly inside Key Harbor Marina with dock access for boaters arriving by water. Pull up, tie off, and walk straight to waterfront seating with bay breezes and lighthouse views. Local boaters and seasonal visitors use this as a regular marina dining stop.
  • What makes Caribbean Pete's the only Joffrey's Coffee location in New Jersey?

    Caribbean Pete's holds an exclusive New Jersey partnership with Joffrey's Coffee, the brand served throughout Disney properties. This brings specialty coffee drinks unavailable elsewhere in the state, paired with waterfront views and desserts like Key Lime Pie for a unique bayside coffee experience.
  • How does BYOB work at a waterfront restaurant?

    Bring your favorite wine, beer, or spirits and pair them with Caribbean-inspired food at waterfront tables. Caribbean Pete's offers sangria pitcher kits and pour-over cocktails you prepare yourself, turning sunset dinners and group gatherings into social experiences without corkage fees or drink minimums.
  • What are sangria pitcher kits and how do they work?

    Sangria pitcher kits provide fresh fruit, mixers, and preparation ingredients so guests combine them with their own wine to create pitcher-style drinks tableside. This BYOB approach lets groups customize their sangria while enjoying waterfront seating and Caribbean music during sunset gatherings.
  • Is Caribbean Pete's actually dog-friendly or just tolerant of pets?

    The outdoor waterfront seating area welcomes dogs as part of the relaxed marina atmosphere. Caribbean Pete's hosts community pet events like the June 21 Dog Show benefiting All Fur One animal rescue, showing active engagement with pet owners rather than just allowing dogs on-site.
  • What's on the menu at Caribbean Pete's that you can't get at typical Shore restaurants?

    Jerk wings, conch fritters, and house-style Key Lime Pie bring Florida Keys flavors to Waretown's marina. The Caribbean-inspired menu focuses on bold seasoning, fresh seafood, and shareable plates designed for groups and sunset dinners rather than standard Jersey Shore fare.
  • Can you rent Caribbean Pete's for private parties or just make reservations?

    Caribbean Pete's hosts private parties, birthdays, and marina gatherings with customizable catering from the Caribbean-inspired menu. BYOB flexibility for events, waterfront sunset views, and island-style atmosphere make it suitable for corporate gatherings and family celebrations beyond standard dining reservations.
  • What does "Dock & Dine" mean at Key Harbor Marina?

    Dock & Dine means boaters can tie up at Key Harbor Marina and walk directly to Caribbean Pete's for waterfront dining without leaving the dock area. This eliminates the need to find parking or travel after arriving by water, creating a seamless boat-to-table experience.
  • Why do people call Caribbean Pete's a hidden escape in Waretown?

    Located inside Key Harbor Marina rather than along main roads, Caribbean Pete's sits off typical Shore traffic patterns. The Florida Keys-style atmosphere, bay views, and lighthouse scenery create a vacation feeling that locals and seasonal visitors describe as an island escape without leaving New Jersey.
  • What kind of live entertainment happens at a marina restaurant?

    Caribbean Pete's features live music and seasonal waterfront events that match the island-style atmosphere. Entertainment happens outdoors with bay breezes and sunset views, creating social gathering nights for marina communities rather than indoor performance venues.

  • What's the difference between arriving by boat versus by car?

    Boaters dock directly at Key Harbor Marina and walk to waterfront tables without parking concerns. Guests arriving by car access the same marina location but park in the lot before walking to the restaurant. Both experience identical waterfront seating, bay views, and BYOB dining.