Restaurants in Toms River
Best Restaurants
“Both my wife and I had General Tso’s Chicken which was fantastic!Wonton soup was great.Service was great and you have to bring your own alcohol.Highly recommend!We returned last night and again everything was fantastic!They had a special , Garlic Parmigiana Chicken Dumplings! Unbelievably great! Like mixing Italian with Chinese!Our waiter, Dave M. was also very friendly and knowledgeable!One of my favorite places to go!!”
“Kept hearing about this place so came in, food was outstanding! Great portions, the marinara was amazing. Had the stuffed veal and was great. Everyone loved all the food. Will def be back. Had numerous staff and owners check on us and place had a great atmosphere”
“Excellent. Our table was waiting for us. Our waiter was gracious and attentive. Explain any questions we had. Kept coming by and seeing if we were enjoying the food. Water glasses were getting low, he would fill them back up. We were not rushed. Food was outstanding. We will be going back. Thanks for the enjoyable evening.”
“Our chef was Johnny and he was amazing! The food was cooked to everyone’s liking and he made sure we all got what we needed. The servers were on top of everything also. Johnny took a photo with me and gave all the kids hats they definitely had a blast.”
“I recently visited Margos International Cuisine and had an amazing time! The staff was super friendly and spoke both Spanish and English fluently, which made things easy. They even gave us complimentary chips and salsa when we arrived, and let me tell you, the salsa was incredibly tasty – you could definitely tell it was homemade.I ordered the Bandeja Montañero, and it was fantastic! The salad was delicious, and everything else on the plate was just as good. My boyfriend ordered a steak cooked medium rare, but it came out well done. However, he didn't mind it too much because it was still tasty.One thing I loved was that they offer pitchers of drinks, which is so convenient and very inexpensive. It's a great option to have alongside the delicious food.The atmosphere was really nice – not too loud, with pleasant Spanish music playing in the background. It's a clean and cozy place, perfect for a date night or a family dinner. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending Margos International Cuisine to others. Can't wait for my next visit! ?Parking: Lots of free parking place inside the plaza next to the Dollar Tree!Kid-friendliness: High-chairs available!Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs or any big bumps - flat surface for wheelchair accessibility.”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Don’t miss this great BYOB. Our family of 10 had an early dinner here this evening. Our waiter, Dylan, was spectacular. Friendly, positive and attentive. The food was awesome. Great fried calamari, meatballs and mussels for apps. And the entrees were huge and delicious. Would have never had guessed this from a small storefront in a strip center. Great vibe…highly recommend!”
“This is our go to restaurant because we always know we will have a great meal. The food is amazing. Staff is on point and so professional. Kate, our server was one of the sweetest people we have met. Made our meal even more special. Thank you for an awesome meal and we will be back!!”
“We had the most amazing experience last night at Sugo! Giddy coordinated a beautiful sheva brochos for us. Food was great, atmosphere was cozy with ambiance, and service was exemplary.”
Restaurants with Delivery
“My family and are from California. We’ve been a JBJ fan since the beginning. We were visiting our son who is stationed at McGuire AFB. We took a family trip to JBJ Soul Kitchen because we wanted to give donation to the community. The servers were all very welcoming. The food was excellent! We all enjoyed the experience. Would definitely come back the next time we are in town.”
“Both my wife and I had General Tso’s Chicken which was fantastic!Wonton soup was great.Service was great and you have to bring your own alcohol.Highly recommend!We returned last night and again everything was fantastic!They had a special , Garlic Parmigiana Chicken Dumplings! Unbelievably great! Like mixing Italian with Chinese!Our waiter, Dave M. was also very friendly and knowledgeable!One of my favorite places to go!!”
“Kept hearing about this place so came in, food was outstanding! Great portions, the marinara was amazing. Had the stuffed veal and was great. Everyone loved all the food. Will def be back. Had numerous staff and owners check on us and place had a great atmosphere”
“My favorite middle-eastern restaurant!I've been to many others around the US and even Germany and Colombia, but this is the most flavorful I've found, here in my hometown.My go-to is the (vegetarian) falafel platter, with salad, rice, grape leaves, etc. The hummus and pita was amazing. Recently the falafel seems less fresh, although still worth it for the affordable price.My favorite Middle Eastern restaurant!I've been to many others in the US and even Germany and Colombia, but this is the tastiest I've found, here in my hometown.My favorite option is the falafel plate (vegetarian), with salad, rice, grape leaves, etc. The hummus and pita were amazing. Recently, falafel seems less fresh, although it is still worth it for its affordable price.”
“Our chef was Johnny and he was amazing! The food was cooked to everyone’s liking and he made sure we all got what we needed. The servers were on top of everything also. Johnny took a photo with me and gave all the kids hats they definitely had a blast.”
“Amazing food!!! The staff is very friendly. We've had breakfast lunch and dinner here and each time the experience is always 4 stars!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS DINER!!! You will not be disappointed, and will definitely leave stuffed!!”
“Saw some banners on the road for Spire and decided to stop in to give it a try. So glad I did. Decadent coffee drinks and desserts. And. And. And. They also sell Ob-Co donuts. Doesn’t get much better than that. Coffee was really smooth and tasty. Crumb cake was amazingly fresh. Staff was very helpful and knowledgeable. Definitely a calm and cool place to enjoy a coffee with friends. I’ll be back next time I’m in the area.”
“I recently visited Margos International Cuisine and had an amazing time! The staff was super friendly and spoke both Spanish and English fluently, which made things easy. They even gave us complimentary chips and salsa when we arrived, and let me tell you, the salsa was incredibly tasty – you could definitely tell it was homemade.I ordered the Bandeja Montañero, and it was fantastic! The salad was delicious, and everything else on the plate was just as good. My boyfriend ordered a steak cooked medium rare, but it came out well done. However, he didn't mind it too much because it was still tasty.One thing I loved was that they offer pitchers of drinks, which is so convenient and very inexpensive. It's a great option to have alongside the delicious food.The atmosphere was really nice – not too loud, with pleasant Spanish music playing in the background. It's a clean and cozy place, perfect for a date night or a family dinner. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending Margos International Cuisine to others. Can't wait for my next visit! ?Parking: Lots of free parking place inside the plaza next to the Dollar Tree!Kid-friendliness: High-chairs available!Wheelchair accessibility: No stairs or any big bumps - flat surface for wheelchair accessibility.”
“We had an amazing breakfast. I chose the French toast (not the stuffed one) and my husband had the chicken and waffles. Both meals were delicious with plenty of food. I took half of mine home with me. They also offer specialty coffees/teas which were also tasty. Small, but cute place. I truly hope they make it as the chef has some very unique options on the menu that you don't see anywhere around here. Give them a try, I doubt you will be disappointed!Parking: This restaurant is tucked in the corner of a strip mall next to Ken's Hardware.”
“Had dinner with friends there and it was great. Only exception was the disco boardwalk fries. Everyone tried them but ate 1/2 fry and got rid of the rest. VERY off flavored gravy - ?. Burgers great, salad great, onion rings awesome!”
“This is my second time eating a mini Bundt but first time gluten free. The pop up flavor was gf lemon raspberry and it didn't disappoint. It tasted just like a non gluten free Bundt cake and was moist and delicious. This flavor is a definite keeper. I bought my mom the chocolate chocolate chip mini Bundt and she said it was yummy. The Toms River location is in a strip mall with ample parking. The inside is sparkling clean and the staff are very nice and helpful.”
“Don’t miss this great BYOB. Our family of 10 had an early dinner here this evening. Our waiter, Dylan, was spectacular. Friendly, positive and attentive. The food was awesome. Great fried calamari, meatballs and mussels for apps. And the entrees were huge and delicious. Would have never had guessed this from a small storefront in a strip center. Great vibe…highly recommend!”
“This is our go to restaurant because we always know we will have a great meal. The food is amazing. Staff is on point and so professional. Kate, our server was one of the sweetest people we have met. Made our meal even more special. Thank you for an awesome meal and we will be back!!”
“I had the best time here last night & it’s all thanks to my server Amy. She truly went above & beyond and it was one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had. She was just the sweetest and made us feel like family! The food was wonderful as always but the service is what really stood out to us last night. We will be coming back & asking for her next time :) thanks Amy!!!”
“Just DoorDashed Harry’s to my house the Triple Smash Burger may be the best in the area. Pulled Pork Sandwich was delicious as well. If you’re in the area stop and give them a try, Solid Spot..”
Turkish • $$
“Food is okay, kinda bland compared to other places I’ve tried. I had the chicken platter, and falafel. The red sauce taste like Tabasco, that was a disappointment.I’m used to this style of food to have big bold flavors, this fell to hit that.Service was great and so was the baklava.”
“Super nice staff and the food was super fresh! Their green curry is amazing. Rice was perfectly steamed and they package it up really well. Definitely my new go to for ”
“The Spicy Sausage Breakfast Sandwich (with coconut bacon addition):5 minutes ago, I wanted to capture a photo of this magnificent sandwich I just purchased. I was in awe of its beauty and perfection. Perfectly toasted bagel, creamy cashew cheese, tender and smoky coconut bacon, and a runny scrambled vegan egg. Whoever hand crafted this sandwich was an artist, a visionary, a seer. As I gazed upon what felt like the secret to the universe, I realized even the onions were placed in a sacred geometrical pattern. The tomato perfectly centered. I stopped to consider the beauty of a meal so expertly crafted. These ingredients were pure, whole, minimally processed, if barely at all. Yet, here lies before me an exquisite representation of a classic sammy built by loving and intentional hands.5 minutes ago I wanted to take a photo of this masterpiece, only to realize it was already gone.RIP the best organic vegan breakfast sandwich ”
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“Had the pleasure of having brunch here for Easter. Great set up. Lots of great dishes with Prime Rib and ham ( both cooked perfectly ) on the carving station. Salmon and mussels were fantastic. Pastas were great. Server ( Masha )was so sweet and efficient. Can’t wait until next year!”
“We had our wedding reception here 8/26/23 and had an absolutely amazing time! Christy and her staff are absolute professionals. The space was gorgeous, the food was delicious, the whole experience was so comforting and beautiful. Everyone loved the food, especially the meatballs, they even made delicious vegan dishes for some our guests! They went out of their way to be as accommodating as possible for us, which was more than we could ask for. If you are looking to have a beautifully quaint and affordable wedding reception, Artisan's is the place for it! We would like to thank everyone at Artisan's who helped make our special day wonderful! We can't wait to come back for our wedding anniversary dinner this year. Definitely going to be a worthwhile tradition.”
“Being from Staten Island I was really happy they opened this place up here! The lobster and octopus are high points!Lobster is cooked good, served in many dishes and you don’t have to put much effort into getting to the meat.The octopus is a thick fine meat and almost taste like a steak. It’s very good! So is the lobster and pasta dishes. There are much more on the menu and you can fill up for days for a good price!I should have worked here… sorrry I missed the interview Wednesday. Lots going on! Good luck in New Jersey we love you guys!”
“The cheese steak slice is excellent. Good quality meat. The buffalo chicken is noJoke either. Juicy chicken and none of that chewy garbage you get at other places. Crust was excellent.”
“Everything was great except the lighting. My husband and I are in our late eighties and we need a good amount of light to read the menus and enjoy the food. Food was delicious and service was very good .”
“I feel like I'm family going into this restaurant every time. It makes me wanna be part of the Italian Mafia, I am family every time I walk into that restaurant . The food "forget about it" It's ? 'Magnifit'! They have a wide variety of wine options ? ?? ?? 'Familia es eportante' ??♂️Kid-friendliness: It's a family friendly restaurant. We Love It ❤️”
“Our server, Fern, at the Toms River location was absolutely spectacular! From the moment she greeted us with a smile and hello, we felt instantaneously welcome to the restaurant!! Her customer service skills and upselling skills were beyond exceptional! We came in with the idea of just getting a little something to eat, and she helped us broaden our horizons and tried the new salt and vinegar shrimp!( out of this world) she refilled our beverages in a timely manner, checked on us frequently, did not rush us with the endless shrimp options and spaced out the timing of the next dish perfectly! Kudos to the team in Toms River and a big thank you to our server Fern for making our experience pleasant! Will definitely be back because of food and service!!!”
“Amazing smash burger and wings, amazing customer service very friendly. So much better than just about every burger and wing joint on 37. Will be definitely going back?”
“Awesome location! Ordered online for in restaurant pickup. All the food was ready and hot! Friendly staff as well.Vegetarian options: Impossible burgers are delicious and quite frankly larger than the regular meat patties”
“The szechuan beef is soo delicous I asked for extra beef and if they could please make it tender and they did ! I asked for extra shrimp in my rice they did as well .... The fried chicken wings are sooo good they dont even need hot sauce or ketchup the wait is always 40 minutes but they get here when they say they will . The lady that answers the phone is really polite and professional !”
“I have been here before but this visit supersedes the last one, the service was GREAT! The food was also GREAT ! I love the atmosphere, I will definitely return for another GREAT Dinner !”
“We have been here many times and food has been great! I love the seafood lemongrass soup with or without the seafood. There is much variety to choose from.Service is attentive and friendly, Stephen is the best! Teresa is always buzzing about talking with customers and sometimes cooking!I love the white tablecloths - feels clean and freshThere is room for a large group and a sushi barVegetarian options: They will modify as needed”
“Excellent. 1st time and only ordered take out Lamb Curry. The portion was large and I expected to use for 2 meals (yeah the diet..) BUT it was SO good that I ate it all, and the rice and the nan. OMG the heck with the diet! AND owner Murli is a real gentleman to have a conversation with!!! ((The best of America!)).I'll be back to explore the rest of the menu! Authentic too! :)”
“MUST READ- This place is the best place to have asian foods. Plus they got plenty of choices on their menu! Ive been there many times and it's definitely worth it to try!I recommend trying the thai curry fried rice!”
“This restaurant is amazing! The food is excellent and our server, Alex, was wonderful. Alex made suggestions that were spot on. Definitely coming back. Gerry, your place is the best Italian restaurant in the area!”
Japanese • $$
“10 of us thoroughly enjoyed the hibachi. The food was excellent, and the chef was engaging. My only complaint is that we felt rushed by the server prior to the chef taking over. I understand that we were the first seating on a Friday night, but....”
“We had our wedding reception here 8/26/23 and had an absolutely amazing time! Christy and her staff are absolute professionals. The space was gorgeous, the food was delicious, the whole experience was so comforting and beautiful. Everyone loved the food, especially the meatballs, they even made delicious vegan dishes for some our guests! They went out of their way to be as accommodating as possible for us, which was more than we could ask for. If you are looking to have a beautifully quaint and affordable wedding reception, Artisan's is the place for it! We would like to thank everyone at Artisan's who helped make our special day wonderful! We can't wait to come back for our wedding anniversary dinner this year. Definitely going to be a worthwhile tradition.”
24 Hour Restaurants
“They messages redid this McDonald's it was pleasantly clean very nice inside and this stuff also helped me with the situation with my McDonald's app....”
“Joe working the counter at this particular mcdonalds is not only hard working, he is so polite and nice!! A great asset to this company or any other. He should definitely move up the ladder here. Such a gentleman!! Props to joe!!!”
“New to the area and decided to place an order via mobile app. Went to the location, and it's so beautiful and clean 5 stars. The employees are very pleasant and very courteous thank you for honoring your mission statement. Great work guys!!!”
“I have yet to go inside but it is a great 6am stop in for coffee and breakfast when I'm on the run to work. The sandwiches are sloppy but taste great, hash browns done to perfection and coffee scalding. I'll be going often.”
“Being from Staten Island I was really happy they opened this place up here! The lobster and octopus are high points!Lobster is cooked good, served in many dishes and you don’t have to put much effort into getting to the meat.The octopus is a thick fine meat and almost taste like a steak. It’s very good! So is the lobster and pasta dishes. There are much more on the menu and you can fill up for days for a good price!I should have worked here… sorrry I missed the interview Wednesday. Lots going on! Good luck in New Jersey we love you guys!”
“El Familiar is a slam dunk every time. The best authentic Mexican food around! I like to get their tacos Mexican style. My recommendations would be the chorizo taco and the chicken mole burrito!”
“Such good food! I ordered a platter with a whole chicken, rice, fries, and a side of beans. When I got there to pick it up, he gave me the total and I gasped at how affordable it was. Asked for an extra container of rice, it was like $3 more! Such a good price, and you get so much food. Food was amazing, so authentic in flavor. If I could give this place 10 stars I would! Service was great also.”
Takeout Restaurants
“Excellent. Our table was waiting for us. Our waiter was gracious and attentive. Explain any questions we had. Kept coming by and seeing if we were enjoying the food. Water glasses were getting low, he would fill them back up. We were not rushed. Food was outstanding. We will be going back. Thanks for the enjoyable evening.”
“One of the best breakfast and lunch places in Toms River. Get the Hungy Man: Biscuit, egg, cheese, and sausage gravy. Incredible!! Fast and friendly service, too!”
“Found a new shore breakfast place. Huge menu. Great innovative choices! Great pricing. Light, roomy and bright atmosphere. Large servings and raisin toast as a toast choice.Chicken and waffles, lots of avocado toast selections, smoothies, crab-cake eggs Benedict and Brownstone-style milkshakes at half the price.Order your potatoes and hash well-done though,Try it. I shared their menu.”
“Love this place. Food is good , it feels like a close-knit family . The atmosphere is good. I think they may need to upgrade the old-school vintage layout. For more people to try it out . ❤️? My Breakfast Go To..”
“We had the most amazing experience last night at Sugo! Giddy coordinated a beautiful sheva brochos for us. Food was great, atmosphere was cozy with ambiance, and service was exemplary.”
“Ok, I came yesterday and it was amazing. Teas and Lattes are great. (Not trues coffee yet).Today this Mango Checken Nacho [and in Hate Mango, but mom insisted]... Amazing! I like Mango now.Visit #3 - got the special veggies Buffalo wrap! ? this is amazing!And the Avocado Tofu Scamble toast which I give it an 8. (I'd change 2 things to make it 10 in my book, 1. Heat the plate to prevent toast from cooling down. 2. Spread the toppings to be mixed and not three separate)Atmosphere: seats are too hard, and straight backed. The menu alone is reason to, but it's just not comfortable. Too much hookah art LOL.”
“Absolutely one of the best places at the shore . The bread is always fresh the food is awesome the staff is always friendly and making you laugh and the owners are awesome people I highly highly recommend this place to anyone”
“Wanted to share the great experience we had at Piccolino's on Saturday. We had a party of 16 and Meg graciously offered for us to come in at 3:30 pm which we did. Everyone raved about the appetizers and their meals. Everything was delicious and the service was on spot. Everyone on staff was so personable and made you feel like you were part of their family. I could go on and because it was truly excellent. Thank you all for a great time and delicious food. We will all be back!”
“Super nice staff and the food was super fresh! Their green curry is amazing. Rice was perfectly steamed and they package it up really well. Definitely my new go to for ”
Mediterranean • $
“My barber is next door to this place so I asked if it was any good he said yeah check it out .so the Place was pretty good if you like that type of food Mideast style which I do and the people were extremely nice which I liked.. I will be going there again”
“I sent a picture in to JG and they delivered exactly what I was looking for. This cake tasted as good as it looked and our guests and guests of honor loved it. Very reasonably priced! I will definitely be coming back to JG for any future custom cake needs!”
“Small, local ish Vietnamese restaurant with authentic as can be food. Do not expect anything fancy but genuine food with attentive service from the owner.Vegetarian options: It's a peace which even my daughter, a vegetarian, would recommend.Parking: The restaurant shares a parking lot with other businesses in a somewhat small shopping mall.Wheelchair accessibility: Street level easy access for anyone, I would guess.”
“Incredible, incredible restaurant, food and staff. Drive over an hour several times a month just to get this incredible experience. Never a disappointment and super friendly staff! Do not miss this one of a kind Jersey experience!”
“Ice cream is very good with a wide array (gotta be st least thirty flavors and combos). I'm a chocolate addict so I don't have to spend too much time searching the flavor board. We'll be back and hope we see you there.”
“Classic Italian deli with delicious food. Hot food, cold food, desserts and groceries! Friendly staff as well and enough employees to help all the customers! Forget the chain sandwich shops! This is the place to go. After two horrible experiences at the big chain retailers this is my place when visiting Toms River! Look at my sandwich and try to find another spot to make one in comparison. Go enjoy Luigi’s deli food because it’s homemade and delicious!”
“Been dying to come to KPot since they started construction down here in Toms River. Finally went and the food was so bomb! We came to celebrate a little going away dinner with my boyfriend’s family and it did not disappoint. Our waitress was so sweet about any questions we had and always came back to check on us if we needed anything else. I will say that it’s a bit chaotic in here on the weekends but it adds to its charm. If you’re interested in trying a Korean fusion of KBBQ & Hot Pot, come down to KPot ??? Great for dates, special occasions, and delicious food!”
“Absolutely love this place! The food is great! its like American-style Mexican dishes. I can't get enough of their queso! The service at the bar is always excellent :)”
“Just an outstanding brewery!!! Excellent beers to choose from and the customer service is very professional and accommodating!!! My wife and I had the ‘sweet chai of mine’ ale and it has become a top rate favorite of ours!! We will recommend Toms River to everyone!!”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Been going here for years. Best subs in the area. You definitely get your money's worth. My favorites are their cheesteeaks, the hunger healer, and the club doctor.”
“Pretty good, I got a blizzard and my husband got a dipped cone. No complaints, delicious as always. Location was clean and bright, easy to see the menu. Workers were kind and got our order to us quickly. Very pleasant experience.”
“If you love authentic tacos and Mexican food they will bring you back for more! The fish tacos and golden tacos with steak are awesome with fresh cilantro and of course with corn tortillas! They have a menu you just want to order everything on it ! A+ in my book!!!!!”
“Nice new Dunkin, I come here often to get my coffee because the Dunkin by my house has the most BITTER Coffee. This Dunkin is new and the coffee here is like night and day better. Tastes fresh and delicious.”
“Staff is nice. Food was also good, the pod won I had was with the bacon. It was absolutely made on an unclean grill. Absolutely hated the taste and ruined the flavor.”
“The food is usually good but lately I've been getting the dollar menu chicken sandwich meat when I order the deluxe Crispy Chicken sandwich. Has a completely different taste. I can tell immediately when I'm given the wrong meat. Also they get stingy with the condiments. I paid for extra syrup in the morning for my breakfast and they still only gave 1 which means I have to drive all the back around through the drive-thru to get what I paid for or park the car and run in! This happens every single time I order my families breakfast from there!! It's really getting on my nerves that they take it so personal when some orders extra condiments as if in dipping my hand in their cookie jar or something!! Like wth ?♀️”
“This is a really nice and quiet Dunkin. They have very friendly staff here and the food tastes like all the other Dunkins. The place can really use a face-lift though perhaps some new paint and a sweep up would help. But overall I'm proud to go in there to use the bathroom and get a coffee anytime I am in that part of town.”
“Great TB. Nachos are always super fresh & they fill the cheese cup. Always nice. Sometimes the portions are small but overall a good franchise. Only crazy busy in the summer so you have to wait sometimes.”
“Maurice was very professional, greated me with a smile and was very polite. I appreciate the service he offered. Definitely a asset to this company. Maurice is the reason why this will be the tacobell my family an I visit!”
“I'm a huge dunkin fan. I even have keychains to advertise the place haha. And the dunkin app is great..I downloaded it again and now I'm back to earning points. ??”
“I’m going through a rough transition seeking housing and this location has been a blessing to me. Friendly atmosphere, plenty of outlets to charge devices, including USB ports if you only have cables to charge with. It was clean and had great lighting for a bookworm like me…I’m hypersensitive to light and it was perfect here. I know people tend to leave complaints over small things and mix ups, that can happen anywhere. Their friendly service served me exactly what I wanted and the cappuchino and Boston Cream donut were amazing. A great start to my day, runnin’ on Dunkin’!!!!!!!”
“Happy to see that there is still a Baskin Robbins in Toms River on route 37… The young man who served us was very polite very accommodating, told us about the app… Looking forward to enjoying my pralines and cream. But again the young man made our brief encounter very enjoyable!...”
“I live McFood, and now that I've loaded their Mobil App I've been able to collect points that give me free or very reduced treats!!!! Yesterday I got a free McChicken sandwich, today I got a Large Coffee for $.99!!! A few days ago I bought a breakfast sandwich and got another Free!!! Times are tough right now but this wonderful App has made my whole family happy!!!”
“I have never been to Panera Bread and after today, I will be adding it to my monthly restaurant routine. Tim was very helpful when it came to make my decisions. Grateful that there are still kind people in this world. The Fried chicken sandwich was next level!”
“We get help from the servers immediately upon arriving at KFC,the food is always fresh and tastes delicious, the chicken is moist,cooked perfectly, the Cole slaw is especially tasty,there is one server whose name is anatasia,she is especially and kind and helpful. I recommend KFC ”
“A wonderful spot in Downtown TR with a large assortment of craft brews surrounded by good food locations. The seasonal beers and seltzers along with the occasional collaboration offer a ton of variety for whatever you're in the mood to try. Great vibe with live music as well.”
“Everything was great except the lighting. My husband and I are in our late eighties and we need a good amount of light to read the menus and enjoy the food. Food was delicious and service was very good .”
“I feel like I'm family going into this restaurant every time. It makes me wanna be part of the Italian Mafia, I am family every time I walk into that restaurant . The food "forget about it" It's ? 'Magnifit'! They have a wide variety of wine options ? ?? ?? 'Familia es eportante' ??♂️Kid-friendliness: It's a family friendly restaurant. We Love It ❤️”
Cheap Eats
“We had Gabriela's cater a birthday party for 40 people and the food was delicious! We ordered Chicken Marsala, Salmon, Kielbasa, Red Cabbage Salad, and two different Pierogies. Food was delivered on time. Everyone at the party really enjoyed everything we ordered. The salmon was cooked perfect, chicken had terrific flavor and the pierogies were by far the favorite! They tasted so fresh. I highly recommend trying Gabriela's!”
“OMG got the chili cheese dog footlong and cheese fries I'm talking delicious courteous staff clean facility this place was really nice if you're in the area must ”
“The pizza reminds me of getting off the beach when the sun sets and grabbing a big slice. The sauce is perfect. The cheese-sauce-bread ratio is perfect. This is some good pizza. Like boardwalk pizza but closer and more affordable.”
“Best Polish in the area, delicious kielbasa, stuffed cabbage rolls, babka, nut rolls.They have alot of polish grocery items too.Wish they had hot foods like north Jersey but it is the best Polish food in the area. ❤️”
“I’ve been very impressed with the food and service at Waversak’s Grill on Hinds Rd, Toms River. They have a great selection of breakfast and lunch meals. The owner is very friendly and the prices are very reasonable, better than most places in the area. I like the informal way the inside is decorated. Many seen to enjoy their takeout menu and I hear a lot of other people praising the food also. I highly recommend Wavershak’s Grill if you want good food, served quickly and at affordable prices.”
“Nice spot in downtown Toms River. Really nice staff, extensive menu with good variety, and in our four visits, have not had one dish we didn't enjoy. Quickly becoming our go to spot to stop in for a nice meal or get take out.Parking: Depending on time of visit, local street parking can be somewhat difficult”
“Really cute place! They have paintings inside on the walls that you can buy. The food was good. The soup of the day was delicious! The waitress was very sweet and we had no wait. Food came out quick. Nice place for a quick bite or some coffee.”
“Great service as always except this time George the former owner, who's kids run it now allowed my 5 year old daughter to go behind the counter and make her own ice cream. Made her night.”
“Googled a nearby place for a smoothie after a workout. I brought my family here and it was very delicious and a great conversation with Vince-the owner. He opened the smoothie place next to his wings spot to support his local community and charities. On the menu with items listed in red are items that one dollar is given to different charities like Autism awareness. I watched him make the smoothies from scratch and they were delicious. My kids enjoyed the Philadelphia water ice. Next time I will try the salads.”
“Considering how many people have said nothing but good things about this cafe, I’m happy to join the club! Haven’t personally come in yet but we ordered through door dash and the food was phenomenal ? Got a: Cappuccino, Iced Shelly Special, Pork Roll Breakfast Sandwich, and the Grilled Cheese. Not to mention, they have a variety of different options and even poke bowls! So delicious and the coffee is smooth and not bitter tasting like other cafes make (coming from someone who always masks coffee with tons of sugar lol). Will definitely be coming in to try more of their menu items, and if you’re down in the area, don’t pass up on eating here ☕️?Dietary restrictions: Have a lot of dairy free options for the coffees which I love!”
“This is a little tiny restaurant with a big big impact. Staff is friendly places clean it's eclectic the service was amazing food was outstanding there was a lot of food the portions are huge and the price is reasonable I recommend this to everybody it's very small but delicious a wonderful establishment”
“Nostalgia plus great food and ice cream? Yes, please! Menu is refreshed and yummy, with lots of fresh produce and healthier options. My clam chowder and half chicken salad was fabulous. Even the sliced egg was thoughtful. The frozen yogurt is perfection. Friendly’s will always be my favorite. Wish we had one in Hampton, VA!”
“Food is very good my new go to for Chinese Food very friendly atmosphere great customer service I recommend this restaurant for your take out needs or simply ordering online or over the phone.Parking: Plenty of free parking”
“I am tired of paying for the employees to add extra for certain items (like Nutella), but the extra is very rarely added, while I pay the extra each time.Vegetarian options: Good options”
“Always helpful, plenty of people to help you. Sandwiches are fantastic, bread delicious. Something for everyone and always fresh. The ribs are fall off the bone terrific.”
“This is our local favorite! Great Food, Drinks, and Service! Owner is always running around to make every customer welcome and happy!! Plenty of specials! Love this place!!”
“Awesome experience. The gentleman behind the counter was working by himself and made everything perfectly while also helping other customers. He deserves the salary of 2 employees running the establishment by himself.”
“Our server, Fern, at the Toms River location was absolutely spectacular! From the moment she greeted us with a smile and hello, we felt instantaneously welcome to the restaurant!! Her customer service skills and upselling skills were beyond exceptional! We came in with the idea of just getting a little something to eat, and she helped us broaden our horizons and tried the new salt and vinegar shrimp!( out of this world) she refilled our beverages in a timely manner, checked on us frequently, did not rush us with the endless shrimp options and spaced out the timing of the next dish perfectly! Kudos to the team in Toms River and a big thank you to our server Fern for making our experience pleasant! Will definitely be back because of food and service!!!”
“Sean and his team are professional and extremely knowledgeable about every aspect of wine. I highly recommend getting a few friends together and make a barrel of wine. The experience is amazing!”
“Anytime I'm in town, one of the first places I head to is Luisa's! The best pierogis around! The fresh meats are flavorful and delicious! I'm never disappointed, and I always come out with lots of good food!”
“Honestly this place would be a 5 if they made their own pasta. The entrees are maybe the best in town in terms of the food. But you can tell they don’t make their pasta. But the food and sauces are best ”
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“This is a little tiny restaurant with a big big impact. Staff is friendly places clean it's eclectic the service was amazing food was outstanding there was a lot of food the portions are huge and the price is reasonable I recommend this to everybody it's very small but delicious a wonderful establishment”
“Absolutely best wings !!!We order here all the time , it is are go to place for take out . They also have the Best Dinners . I like the chicken Parm & chicken franchise.”
“By far the best pizza I've had in a very long time. Crust is crispy, delicious and cheese is not that waxy cheese many places use now. Thank you Holiday City Pizza.”
“Really cute place! They have paintings inside on the walls that you can buy. The food was good. The soup of the day was delicious! The waitress was very sweet and we had no wait. Food came out quick. Nice place for a quick bite or some coffee.”
“Incredible, incredible restaurant, food and staff. Drive over an hour several times a month just to get this incredible experience. Never a disappointment and super friendly staff! Do not miss this one of a kind Jersey experience!”
“It's a great place to eat. Old fashioned diner atmosphere with glass covered linen tablecloths, friendly staff and good comfort food. My go to place with good prices.”
“This restaurant is amazing! The food is excellent and our server, Alex, was wonderful. Alex made suggestions that were spot on. Definitely coming back. Gerry, your place is the best Italian restaurant in the area!”
“Ordered a cheesecake for my son's birthday. It was ready when requested and so delicious. Can't wait to go back to try other yummy treats. The cases were stocked with all kinds of yummy looking pastries and ”
“First time customer and ordered on DoorDash. I got an egg, meat, and cheese sandwich with a hash brown and an onion bagel with butter. They followed my instructions for the sandwich to a T and it was perfect. It was not overly greasy which was so great because I’ve had trouble finding a place whose sandwiches aren’t dripping with grease. The bagel was good also. I wish there was a bit more onion on my onion bagel but definitely not a deal breaker. I wish I didn’t live as far as I do because I’d be coming here all the time. Good job guys!”
“I’m from out of state. Get the chicken Parmesan, you won’t regret it. The biggest piece of chicken I have ever seen, super juicy and plump. The chicken alone filled the plate. I”
“Excellent. Our table was waiting for us. Our waiter was gracious and attentive. Explain any questions we had. Kept coming by and seeing if we were enjoying the food. Water glasses were getting low, he would fill them back up. We were not rushed. Food was outstanding. We will be going back. Thanks for the enjoyable evening.”
“I had the best time here last night & it’s all thanks to my server Amy. She truly went above & beyond and it was one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had. She was just the sweetest and made us feel like family! The food was wonderful as always but the service is what really stood out to us last night. We will be coming back & asking for her next time :) thanks Amy!!!”
“Sure is a major improvement over Ruby Tuesday's, the former tenant.Turning Point does it right with a little different menu, a super staff, and a great atmosphere.”
“Amazing bakery and even better customer service! This place dropped what they were doing to fill a last minute same day order for my wife’s baby shower! We went through a woman on marketplace at first who ended up scamming us basically and when the owner heard what happened he didn’t hesitate to help. I called 6 other bakery’s who all said they couldn’t help, I’m so grateful for John and crew at “The Crazy Baker Cafe” they saved my wife’s baby shower and had very reasonable pricing.”
“Food was very good. Portions were very generous. We were celebrating my dad's birthday, and they made it a very nice meal. Ralphie was the star! He was friendly and welcoming. He opened early for us because there was a glitch in the Open Table reservation app, but he honored the reservation anyway. That was so great since we were coming from the York, PA area for this event. He took care of us until the server arrived. She was also great. Friendly; good recommendations; attentive without hovering. Our group had the chicken parm, a pasta dish with a pork ragu sauce, and ravioli. All very good. The smoked burrata (appetizer) and meatballs (side) were also delicious. For dessert, we had the tartufo and lemon sorbet; both also excellent! Grazie and brava to Ralphie and his team!”
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“I had the best time here last night & it’s all thanks to my server Amy. She truly went above & beyond and it was one of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had. She was just the sweetest and made us feel like family! The food was wonderful as always but the service is what really stood out to us last night. We will be coming back & asking for her next time :) thanks Amy!!!”
“Amazing food!!! The staff is very friendly. We've had breakfast lunch and dinner here and each time the experience is always 4 stars!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS DINER!!! You will not be disappointed, and will definitely leave stuffed!!”
“Had dinner with friends there and it was great. Only exception was the disco boardwalk fries. Everyone tried them but ate 1/2 fry and got rid of the rest. VERY off flavored gravy - ?. Burgers great, salad great, onion rings awesome!”
“The food was deliciousI could make a meal out of fresh bread and oil. Our entrees were generous and flavorful, we finished our meal with the tiramisu. So good!!”
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“Not sure why they are getting such bad reviews. Sabrina was our waitress and she was the best. Music too loud for us but other than that everything was great. Oh and reasonable prices!”
“Had the pleasure of having brunch here for Easter. Great set up. Lots of great dishes with Prime Rib and ham ( both cooked perfectly ) on the carving station. Salmon and mussels were fantastic. Pastas were great. Server ( Masha )was so sweet and efficient. Can’t wait until next year!”
“Love this place. Food is good , it feels like a close-knit family . The atmosphere is good. I think they may need to upgrade the old-school vintage layout. For more people to try it out . ❤️? My Breakfast Go To..”
“Stopped in here randomly and was pleasantly surprised. Best food I've had down here in a while. Got a chicken cheesesteak and mozzarella sticks, both delicious. Was greeted as I walked in and thanked on the way out. Highly recommended.”
“Made reservations for Easter. 10 of us. Everyone was happy with their food. Service was awesome. I wish when I called to make a reservation someone told me about a brunch?. The regular menu is fine by me. I only give a 5 if someplace is way over the top. 4 for me is great. 3 is average. My mother has never been to Riv's. Now she wants to go back. Did I mention we had a great server??”
“My favorite middle-eastern restaurant!I've been to many others around the US and even Germany and Colombia, but this is the most flavorful I've found, here in my hometown.My go-to is the (vegetarian) falafel platter, with salad, rice, grape leaves, etc. The hummus and pita was amazing. Recently the falafel seems less fresh, although still worth it for the affordable price.My favorite Middle Eastern restaurant!I've been to many others in the US and even Germany and Colombia, but this is the tastiest I've found, here in my hometown.My favorite option is the falafel plate (vegetarian), with salad, rice, grape leaves, etc. The hummus and pita were amazing. Recently, falafel seems less fresh, although it is still worth it for its affordable price.”
“I purchased 3 meals to go. A T-Bone which was very big, and was tenderloin and delicious. Beef Stew which was out of this world tender and delicious and tender. And a California Burger ? which was HUGE with fries...They know how to make food. Ain't my first time and I will be back. Thanks to the staff at the Crystal Diner”
“I was there Sunday for a birthday brunch with a large party. We had lots of young kids with us and we had 2 really nice servers who were welcoming and accommodating. They put us in a nice area of the restaurant and the food was delicious. They have the best wings. I can’t say enough good things about our servers, they were really patient with all the orders/kids.”
“Love Chef Wayne & Chef Jeannie! Makes you feel like home! Food is delicious, music is jamming! Chef Wayne just has a way about him that makes you feel like family!”
“Their food was AWESOME!! The burgers are incredibly delicious. I was surprised at how juice and flavorful they are, since they're smashed burgers, tbh. (They're worth the price!! Get the double cheeseburger!) Their fries and cheese curds are also amazing. We ate every single fry! And lastly, we got the Twix salted carmel concrete (ice cream), which was again, delicious! Everything was sooo good, we can't wait to eat there again!! Highly recommend!!”
“Been going for 25 years, Believe it or not, I have never gotten a bad meal. The rare time that item might have been a little off they bend over backwards to make it right. Great value for money”
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“The food was great.?But I don't understand how a place that serves stir-fry does not offer teriyaki sauce on the menu. GET THAT ON THE MENU ASAP!!Will be back!”
“Great location! Steph is very friendly food is nice and fresh. One thing I noticed is that the layout is a little awkward but I am amazed at how much functionality they fit into such a small location. Parking lot is a little tight and fills up quickly but I'd say this place is more geared toward take out with their drive-”
“My family and are from California. We’ve been a JBJ fan since the beginning. We were visiting our son who is stationed at McGuire AFB. We took a family trip to JBJ Soul Kitchen because we wanted to give donation to the community. The servers were all very welcoming. The food was excellent! We all enjoyed the experience. Would definitely come back the next time we are in town.”