The Diving Horse Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the Menu at The Diving Horse
Located at 2109 Dune Dr, Avalon, NJ, The Diving Horse is a culinary gem that showcases New American seafood with a creative twist. This BYOB restaurant offers a captivating menu featuring thoughtfully crafted dishes that highlight fresh, local ingredients. The Hudson Canyon Swordfish is a standout, served with a fragrant lemongrass and ginger broth, while the Barnegat Light Scallops shine alongside nutty toasted farro and sweet rhubarb. For those preferring land-based fare, the Hudson Valley Duck Breast and Lancaster Chicken Breast provide hearty, flavorful options.
Starters like the TDH Wedge Salad and Heirloom Tomato Strawberry dish set the stage for a memorable dining experience. The ambiance is inviting and warm, complemented by attentive service. Each dish bursts with vibrant flavors, making The Diving Horse a must-visit for food enthusiasts and those seeking an exceptional meal in Avalon.
Starters
Calamari Fritti
grilled spring onions, piri piri + almond
Blue Moon Acres Arugula
blueberries, puffed grains preserved lemon + poppy seed vinaigrette
Cape Cod Mussels Chesapeake Clams
coconut, beach herbs, rice crackers
Heirloom Tomato Strawberry
whipped mozzarella basil, crispy shallot
Creekstone Farms Beef Tartare
bone marrow, onion petals horseradish, waffle potato chips
TDH Wedge Salad
jumbo lump crab, fine herbs, tomato prosciutto, onion, 7 mile island dressing
Barnegat Light Scallops
oak grove toasted farro, english peas nettles + rhubarb
Creekstone Farms Short Rib
parisian style gnocchi farm stand vegetables
New Jersey Fluke
fava bean hummus, roasted tomato chick pea + chorizo sausage ragu
Hudson Valley Duck Breast
summer slaw + red chili sweet potato, roasted garlic
Hudson Canyon Swordfish
sauteed greens, red lentils lemongrass + ginger broth
Lancaster Chicken Breast
asparagus, roasted fingerling potato summer truffle au jus
Mains
Sides
Roasted Asparagus
lobster hollandaise
Chow Chow
pickled vegetables
Fried Brussel Sprouts
fresh ginger + lime
Potato Rosti
nasturtium butter
Marinated Beets
sheep's milk yoghurt
TDH Boardwalk Fries
malt vinegar mayo