There’s more to Asian cuisine than rice, and when you want an Asian meal done right, you can count on the Keyport, New Jersey, area to provide just the place. In fact, you’ll find several great restaurants serving wonderful Asian food. So the next time you’re in the mood for some Asian food, try out one of the places on this list.

NeMo-Asian Fusion Restaurant in Keyport serves sushi as well as Thai and Chinese food. It’s open seven days a week so you can satisfy your craving anytime. Sushi entrees are served with miso soup and salad and include rolls such as a tuna roll and a California roll. You’ll also get sashimi or sushi, depending on the entree you choose. Selections from the chef’s special menu include grilled lemongrass shrimp, sesame chicken, spicy beef, and crispy red snapper, just to name a few. There’s also a great selection of salads, soups, and appetizers to start your meal off.

When you choose to dine at Ae’s Thai & BBQ in Hazlet, you’re in for a treat. They have both Thai and barbecue options, all of which are sure to please your palate. Ae is from Thailand and knows how to prepare fresh and delicious Asian food. Steve, her husband, has a knack for smoking tasty meats. You can order from either menu or combine items from both to create a truly unique dining experience.

From the Thai menu, you can start your meal with an order of dumplings, which come with either pork or chicken, or get some crispy wontons, vegetable spring rolls, or chicken satay. Noodle dishes we recommend are pad mee lueng and pad woon sen. If you like the flavor of curry, you can try the Thai pumpkin curry, which is excellent.

For those who prefer barbecue food, try the ribs coated in Ae’s special rub or the classic mac and cheese with pulled pork. Include a side order of steamed vegetable or bacon garlic mashed potatoes to complete your meal. Make sure you save room for dessert. The restaurant has a variety of ice cream flavors and mochi.

Providing the local community with authentic Chinese food, Number 1 Chinese Restaurant in Hazlet is affordable and welcoming. Everything is made from high-quality fresh ingredients. You can enjoy your meal served by the friendly staff in a relaxed atmosphere. Online ordering is also available so you can take the delicious flavors home with you. Appetizers you’re sure to love are shrimp egg rolls, boneless spare ribs, steak on a stick, fried wontons, and more. Entrees include lo mein, moo shu, and a variety of pork, beef, chicken, seafood, and vegetarian dishes, including specialty dishes.

Combination platters let you pick some of your favorites and are served with an egg roll and pork fried rice. Lunch specials are served daily from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and come with pork fried rice and your choice of wonton or egg drop soup or an egg roll.

No matter what type of Asian cuisine you’re in the mood for, one of these places is sure to satisfy. They all have a variety of food that will keep you coming back to try something new.