Restaurants in Toms River

“Jennifer was fantastic! She is very friendly and knowledgeable about the restaurant. She went over all the new menu items. I ordered a special drink and she went out of her way to see if the bar had the ingredients to make it. She paid a lot of attention to us as appropriate. We appreciated her thoughtfulness and great service. PF Chang has fabulous food we loved everything.”

“Dina and her staff are excellent. Had my moms repast for 70 people and they were so friendly and accommodating. The food was family style and top notch. I can't say enough about how great everything was and how thankful for making the celebration of my mother's life memorable. I recommend this place for any event.”

“I would give them 3 out of 5 stars. since the day they opened, inconsistent with food and drinks. one day the sliders are medium, the next well done. one day your $16 martini is full, the next it's missing the top inch of the drink. one day the pizza is ok, the next time is soup. last time the service was just ok. tonight she was great.”

“Fantastic food and service! Can’t wait to come back, great, friendly atmosphere.”

“Hands down the best sushi I've ever had. Everything is top quality and it shows. The owner and staff are amazing.”

“We love going to Spire every weekend! Everyone is so nice there the girls even know our drinks by heart and have them ready for us even before we order.”

“Harrys BBQ is the best around! Everything Ive tried has been amazing! You must come and try his food!”

“Do not sleep on this place !! Talk about a hidden little gem!! My hubby and I stopped by for lunch today and we were absolutely blown away . We both had the Boulevard Burger and it was amazing! The burger was cooked to perfection, the onion jam melts in your mouth, the roll was super fresh …. Just plain delicious!! Gunna be our new fav spot 😊😊”

“Another fabulous meal! Food is prepared expertly and the portions are very generous. The staff is attentive and friendly. Atmosphere is calming and inviting. Pasta is always cooked to perfection imagine Al dente pasta in a restaurant! Chicken francese was delightful. Steak giambotta was tender and huge! Perfect family destination”

“Amazing food, great service, it’s truly wonderful what this kitchen does for the community.”

“The best service and food.”

“thanks to the polite waitress and manager that took care of us last night... have a few too many Doms. They are the best and really hot the spot if you're looking to get a buzz... After our night of getting smashed we got cut off, and manager even gave us a ride to the hotel across the street. so thanks again for taking the time to truly care about your patrons....”

“phenomenal food!!! I could eat here every day! fresh and crisp ingredients every time!”

“Thank you for the amazing catering that we ordered for our party today! The lamb, chicken and rice was a huge hit with everyone! The tzatziki sauce is out of this world. Our friends kept coming back for more🙌🏼 10/10 highly recommend!”

“I haven't left a review in while. I have been to F&R for many different occasions. My Brother in law and my wife's mile stone birthday. My own birthday 🎂 and every chance we can stop by. Love the family owned restaurant and all the people running it, front and back. Thanks to Michelle and Danielle Tonight was amazing the Tuna appetizer was tremendous and our favorite dinners were spot on. ( Chicken Papa) And filet mignon. If you have never been there it's a Must. Upscale Italian restaurant. Byo. Love it and Thank you ladies”

“First time here. The food is very good. Service was great. Will definitely be back again.”

“Excellent food and friendly customer services every time!!”

“I would recommend this location for its comfortable setting and location. The staff are attentive and the service is genuine. The management and owner operator are always welcoming and kind . The food is good as well so , visit the place and enjoy your time . Tuesday Night Bingo with Prices lol”

“Tonight was my second time doing happy hour at JoeBellas. The Fig and Pear martini is straight up divine. The happy hour menu is fun. I had no problem eating Parmesan Truffle Fries for dinner LOL so so yummy. My husband and I brought his cousins last Saturday for a beautiful sit down dinner and as we were being seated we saw our neighbor's from two houses over! Bought them a round of course. Everyone was very happy with their meal. What a fun local restaurant. You'll wait in the summer time of course, totally worth the wait but now that we locals have it back I'll be frequenting more often. I happen to bring a friend tonight who is now a loyal fan. #lovejoebellas”

“GREAT SUSHI SELECTION AND GREAT STAFF! Food is fresh and the restaurant is clean! This is our go too for Japanese food. We highly recommend Uminoya”

“The chicken tostones were good! The crab dip was delicious as usual. There wasn’t a wait which was nice. I met up with one of my girlfriends. Our waitress was alright! Overall, our experience was okay.”

“Update. Waitress was good. Food was good. But it took way too long to get salmon dinner (45+ minutes). Looks like a new manager in there. I hope they get this worked out.”

“I was wondering about this place for a while and finally went last night. Food was very good, fresh and nice portions for the price. They have interesting things on the menu and the vibes are good!”

“Theresa's Osaka Asian Bistro has an extensive menu of delicious asian inspired food. Their specials are always an added bonus and definately worth trying. From the first time we visited, we were treated as valuable guests by their professional staff. We have never been disappointed. That keeps us going back. If you enjoy sushi and asian inspired cuisine, we suggest giving them a try.”

“Just wanted to say thank you for the excellent food for our recent party. The guests were all commenting how delicious and well prepared the food was. It was also more food than we expected, and was very well packed for transport. We’ve enjoyed the experience of dining at Sofia’s, and now also the catered g experience.”

“Where else can I not judged for eating 10 hamburgers in a sitting??”

“Pretty sure we’ll never get pizza anywhere. So amazing to see a restaurant take “gluten free” seriously. Their gluten free pizza came on its own baking sheet to avoid cross contamination in the oven. They also didn’t cut it but instead delivered w w a plastic pizza cutter. Best part was the taste 💕. Kid approved. Thank you so much. Ordering again tonight !”

“Best chinese take out in Toms River! Super friendly service and good food everytime this is a go to for takeout for my family, perfect for lunch specials or for dinner, take out or delivery only.”

“This place is such a great find! The food is always fresh and carefully prepared to perfection. From rolls to bowls, sides to appetizers all of their food has such a great taste to it. Try the Crab Rangoon, Boneless Spare Ribs or their dumplings and enjoy!!”

“Love BJ’s, a wonderful place for drinks, lunch or dinner! Our server Matt was exceptional , we would give more than 5 stars, attentive, friendly, helpful, excellent !”

“The girls working the mornings are the A Team”

“Lori Alex and the cat girl are awesome. Their sweet nice and do an amazing job best mcdonaldd but they do need help those poor people are always working so hard and diligently”

“Consistent excellent prepared & quality food . Kitchen chef are fantastic! Went last nite & they had a pvt party 40 people. Chef , service & kitchen rocked ! No issue ! Best high end restaurant from LBI - Asbury !!!!”

“Absolutely delicious, so much flavor.”

“The Greek fries are out of this world—absolutely packed with flavor. The MVP pizza is a standout: perfectly baked with just the right crisp on the sourdough crust’s undercarriage. A true showcase of how pizza should be done.”

“We were there last night for the first time. The food was fabulous and our server ( nephew of the owner) was terrific. We all ordered different things and all our dishes were great. The 3 milk cake for dessert was to die for as well as the Colombian coffee. There really is a Margo the owner. She served us also and hugged has all as we left. A gem of a restaurant with no pretentious atmosphere great food and family run. We will be back.”

“Kieran Brown the manager is awesome! Comes and talks to us every time he is there. Makes me and my family always feel like we are part of the Playa group. Only know him from Playa but a great dude. You’re lucky to have him.”

“I would Iike to share my favorite 🍣 restaurant. The food is amazing. We go religiously every week and it's exceptional every time. You have to try thier hibachi as well. The staff is super friendly. Best Japanese restaurant in the area.”

“Came here for a quick, Sunday homestyle breakfast and was not disappointed at all. The atmosphere is unique, to say the least, but also gives a lot to start conversations amongst the table. Serving portions were superb and food was very tasty. I have seen other comments and reviews that were very negative and nasty, but everybody can have a bad day once in a while. They were complaining on the service and owner/waiter being rude and yelling. I've seen more positive ratings than negative ones. While not everybody has the same humor, people can definitely be some Debbie downers. All in all, we had a nice experience and enjoyed the food. Ihop who?? Lol will def be back!!!”

“I have been loyal since day one! Nobody beats the food, the service, the family atmosphere. Simply the best 💜”

“Food was very tasty and exactly what you want and expect from a NJ diner. They had quite a few daily off menu specials and I went for a classic diner food. Chipped beef on toast, grits and coffee. All tasted really good.

Parking: Plenty of parking on premises

Kid-friendliness: Yes. Easily and happily welcomed”

“Went there for the first time ever. Had to bring our phone to be fixed in the same plaza. So we stopped in for a bite to eat. Nick had a meatball empanada which was absolutely delicious. I had “the tower” two pieces of fried eggplant with layered fresh mozzarella and roasted red peppers topped with a balsamic reduction glaze. OMG it was so very light and refreshing. After the phone was fixed several hours later we went back and got more to have for dinner.”

“My hubby and I had the best Italian Hot Dog at Dickey’s with a side of crispy onion rings and fried sweet plantains. Great service too! The place was immaculate and reminded us of a 50’s diner. I would highly recommend!”

“Yesterday was my very first time visiting this deli. Being half Polish and loving all things Poland as well as hearing how great this place was, my husband and I decided to check this place out for ourselves. I was totally blown away with their variety of Polish products, handmade refrigerated pirogies and other homemade Polish food, Polish canned goods, cookies, candies, and even Polish magazines. My husband absolutely loved the cookies he bought which reminded him of the cookies his neighbor used to make when he was growing up. The pirogies and the latkes I bought were phenomenal!!! I look forward to trying all the other homemade products this deli has to offer!!! If you love all things Polish, this place is definitely worth a visit!!!!”

“Excellent place, owner is amazing and food awesome.”

“Wow! What a nice surprise! Great food and hospitality that's rare today. Authentic delicious made-to-order food and exceptional service. As first-timers, we were treated to a taste of their outstanding penne vodka and a creme-filled zepole. Wowee! We'll be back for sure. BYOB ???”

“everything delicious and fresh, we love it 😍”

“Great time very friendly & helpful staff who will take the time to explain everything to you. I love fogo de chao but I actually preferred it here the miso soup was excellent the Szechuan soup was very spicy food mixed with miso temperate. It was great too.”

“Just had my daughter’s party yesterday and my mother in law got the cake and desserts and they were absolutely amazing! All of the guests kept talking about them! Everyone asking where we got everything. The rainbow cake omg amazing! 😋 and my daughters cake turned out EXACTLY like the picture we sent them! Thank you JG desserts!”

“Amazing ice cream and employees are extremely helpful and friendly. I enjoy the inside designs of the place. Reminds me of old times and well decorated. The ice cream is excellent. Fresh and smooth. Nothing artificial about any of their flavors. Love it”

“Thank you Suzanne and your great staff at Sweet Carolina for such a wonderful experience catering our son and future daughter in law’s Engagement Party. She is a graduate of UNC and was one of their star women’s soccer players. What better theme to have than true Carolina style bbq!!! Nothing compares to this style of cooking. Everything was perfect- from planning the menu and quantity needed to the well packaged trays of deliciousness. Directions for heating and maintaining the food and the extra condiments made it so easy for us. EVERYTHING was just perfect and truly enjoyed by all. We got rave reviews from our guests and wanted to share this so that you too can have a great experience with Sweet CAROLINA. 🩵”

“We went there for dinner for the first time tonight and sat outside. Loved the atmosphere of the evening. The service and food were great. We will be going back soon.”

“Awesome food, great service!!!”

“First time getting food here and they didn’t disappoint. Will definitely be back”

“Finally made it here. My soft serve choc was good my hubbys butter almond he enjoyed i just thought the place would have more choices? But it was good i only gave the stars above bcuz my expectation of how the place was inside and flavors but otherwise its good icecream and good service”

“Great food first time being here and think I found me new spot”

“Just before closing last night, Dave behind the counter treated me like a VIP. I asked for his favorite order and he recommended a custom bowl which was 🔥🔥🔥. Excellent service, great food, and shoutout to Dave for being awesome!”

“I must be lucky everytime I go here its never really packed. Service is always amazing and food is wonderful. I pick up mostly every week and never had 1 issue. Staff always greets me and makes sure everything is ok with my orders. Thank yoy”

“My grandson loved the cake!! We were all impressed with the hand drawn design of the Blue guitar. The ice cream cake was very fresh and delicious!! Thanks so much again!!!”

“Walked in and sat at the bar, our bartender was a wonderful woman named Leen. We’ve been to a few Applebee’s but I have to say Leen was easily one of the most exceptional bartenders we’ve ever had at an Applebee’s or any other bar for that matter. Friendly, attentive, funny and just overall a great person to talk to. Our food came much faster than I or my girlfriend had expected (and it was outstanding). Everything we could’ve asked for, if I could give more stars I would! 11/10”

“My granddaughter & I were there for lunch today & we had Denise as our server (waitress), she was so nice & very patient - I give her 5 🌟 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🥰”

“Best subs around! My dental office, TR Smiles is a huge fan. They are our go to for our office lunch orders 👌”

“2-23-2024 had the hot lunch RIBS potatoes and string beans DELICIOUS !”

“We were in New Jersey for 6 days on vacation. We ate here 3 times and it was delicious!!! Very friendly staff, clean restaurant, and cute decor 💙 10/10 recommend 😁”

“Verace is my go to frequently, their wraps are delicious, I recommend the buffalo chicken wrap with your choice of fries or onion rings, and a MUST try is their Grandma thin crust Sicilian square cooked to a perfect golden crust, topped with plum sauce, fresh mozzarella and torn basil. You will love this one! Owners and employees are great, you can't go wrong with anything off their menu. Give them a try!”

“Love going in to pick up sandwiches or meat for the barbecue. Pork chop’s were delicious as is everything. The staff is always polite and smiling. Great job!!!!”

“The Food and Grocery Items are the BEST! I love coming to Luigi's and the entire staff is GREAT!!”

“We just ate some DELICIOUS chimichangas and great service! Will certainly be back soon.”

“Food was delicious, the staff is friendly and service was great! The pho 🍜 was perfect. I highly recommend the cherry blossom shrimp wontons, we also tried the fried dumplings. Very yummy 😋”

“Excellent food, huge portions and reasonably priced. I highly recommend Maria's. You will not be disappointed!”

“I love their sub sandwiches. The people that work their are very friendly.”

“Great Coffee. Good atmosphere. Nice Customer Service. I am one of the Local Neighborhood Experts: Sharon McKenzie-Venning. My co-host Kyle Farrell and I, are local residents of Beachwood and Bayville NJ. You can see us on Facebook Live on our pages, every Wednesdays at 12ish. On the show, we chat about our love for coffee, highlight local eateries and spotlight local events. WE LOVE OUR NEIGHBORHOOD & BEYOND! Sharon is an incredible professional, serving as both an Estate Sales Agent and Realtor. Click the links to see how Sharon can help you with an Estate Sale &/or Real Estate - Selling/Buying/Investing. www.McKenzie-Venning.realtor & www.MckenzieEstateSales.com”

“Best Patty melt in the State of New Jersey fresh juicy Lots of saute onions equality meat Grill tasty rye bread You won't get another better than poppies Patty melt My go to Place for quality food”

“I had such a wonderful time! From the moment I walked in, everything felt warm and welcoming. The food was delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented. I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better brunch experience.

But what truly made my visit unforgettable was Adan, our server. He was genuinely kind, attentive without being overwhelming, and had such a positive energy that made the whole meal even more enjoyable. He anticipated everything we needed, gave great menu recommendations, and made us feel truly cared for. You can tell he really takes pride in his work, such a rare and refreshing quality.

I left feeling happy, full, and already planning my next visit. If you ever come to this location, ask for Adan! He’s a gem!”

“The breakfast is awesome there I raped that place at 5 because every time I come in there the waitress the owners and all the workers are greathey're always helpful pleasant Goodness for a better experience than Town & Country bakery I would never go anywhere else for breakfast that is at awesome place I could never cheat I tried other places couldn't get the same breakfast Town & Country diner is the best couldn't ask her a better breakfast lunch breakfast or dinner”

“They get 5 stars from me .. delicious sub sandwiches, fresh cold cuts. With all the spices I love. The people working there are fantastic. They have heart and care about others 5 stars for the hooper ave location silverton nj”

“Simply the best! Amazing staff and bagels! Great for catering as well!”

“We've been eating Hunan Gardens food since before John and Shirley bought this restaurant from Lisa and Uncle. But boy John and Shirley have shown how committed they are to all of their patrons. They became parents of 2 wonderful children throughout the years. Their daughter Kim, attends Rutgers and still makes time to help mom and dad out. Their son Kevin, is a graduate from HS North in Tom's River. Even during Covid theyveorked hard at staying open and serving the best Chinese food in noot just Tom's River but in my opinion Ocean County. I for one would love for them to be able to reopen sit-down eat in restaurant. John definitely has the best pork fried rice. Nobody makes it like him. Congratulations John and Shirley you really have served your patrons well. Thank you.”

“We have ordered some del6food for dinner, chk marsala, chk parm hero/sub, balsamic chk salad. We lived in ny until recently & we have tried other pizzeria/ italian cooking here we never had a bad meal or service. I highly recommend Schianos.”

“Ordered through DoorDash last night and couldn't have been happier! I was craving Fried Calamari. It was crispy and light, not at all greasy, and came with a large container of freshly made marinara sauce on the side. On a whim, I also ordered a Linguini with White Clam Sauce which I planned on saving for tonight's dinner. Didn't happen. When I opened the container, saw and smelled the pasta, I had to try it. I wound up eating a third of it immediately. The sauce was chock full of small little necks and chopped garlic and had a substantial and thoroughly enjoyable flavor which complemented the linguini rather than overpowering it. And this all came with a full, small loaf of Italian bread! What more could I ask for? Plus they use eco friendly aluminum and paper take out containers. I'll be back to try other items on their menu.”

“always good food best fried chicken around !! my go to place”

“I go there once every two weeks and their service and their professionalism with the outcome of the food is rewarding to say the least. There prices are always 4 to 5 dollars cheaper than anywhere else also.”

“What happened to the lobster sliders that were on the menu?? They were the best. Very disappointed..have not been back!!”

“I haven't left a review in while. I have been to F&R for many different occasions. My Brother in law and my wife's mile stone birthday. My own birthday 🎂 and every chance we can stop by. Love the family owned restaurant and all the people running it, front and back. Thanks to Michelle and Danielle Tonight was amazing the Tuna appetizer was tremendous and our favorite dinners were spot on. ( Chicken Papa) And filet mignon. If you have never been there it's a Must. Upscale Italian restaurant. Byo. Love it and Thank you ladies”

“I ordered a cake for my 75th birthday - chocolate cake, chocolate mousse filling and chocolate whipped cream (more like a mocha). It was the best cake ever and everyone raved about it. With all the chocolate you would think it would be very sweet but it wasn’t. Very light and not at all sweet. I have also gotten cookies from there several and they were delicious. I highly recommend Red Rise Bakery!!.”

“Love going in to pick up sandwiches or meat for the barbecue. Pork chop’s were delicious as is everything. The staff is always polite and smiling. Great job!!!!”

“Della Cucina in Toms River is an amazing restaurant. Not only is the food amazing, the bread fresh, and the staff kind - the entire organization is supportive of the community. Della Cucina donated to my nonprofit event, and everyone loved the food. We are so grateful for community supports like Della Cucina. Thank you for your generosity and kindness!”

“I had heard about them and had cupcakes from there one time that were really good. Ordered a carrot cake for 30+ guests for a birthday party. Two special requests were accommodated without question. A week later people are still commenting about how delicious it was. Thanks to the terrific staff, you helped make my wife's milestone birthday more memorable.”

“Just got home and couldn’t wait to tell others about this great find. L'Osteria serves authentic finely prepared Italian food at a level with the best you’ll find anywhere in the tri-state area. Each selection we had was instantly the best version of that dish we ever had. From creamy Mozzerella en Corroza like none I’ve ever had before to Parciatelli alla Norma, their Fresh Made Parciatelli Pasta and Eggplant entre it seems every dish brought to the table was a new experience in warm, feel good dining. The wait staff was attentive and gracious throughout and the prices were on par with most fine dining establishments so why not go to L’Osteria for a truly wonderful experience!”

“We were there last night for the first time. The food was fabulous and our server ( nephew of the owner) was terrific. We all ordered different things and all our dishes were great. The 3 milk cake for dessert was to die for as well as the Colombian coffee. There really is a Margo the owner. She served us also and hugged has all as we left. A gem of a restaurant with no pretentious atmosphere great food and family run. We will be back.”

“Another fabulous meal! Food is prepared expertly and the portions are very generous. The staff is attentive and friendly. Atmosphere is calming and inviting. Pasta is always cooked to perfection imagine Al dente pasta in a restaurant! Chicken francese was delightful. Steak giambotta was tender and huge! Perfect family destination”

“Absolutely delicious, so much flavor.”

“Recently was at Thursday burger night. Had drinks appetizers and burgers. Good food friendly service. Very reasonable prices. Will go back.”

“Food was very tasty and exactly what you want and expect from a NJ diner. They had quite a few daily off menu specials and I went for a classic diner food. Chipped beef on toast, grits and coffee. All tasted really good.

Parking: Plenty of parking on premises

Kid-friendliness: Yes. Easily and happily welcomed”

“Love BJ’s, a wonderful place for drinks, lunch or dinner! Our server Matt was exceptional , we would give more than 5 stars, attentive, friendly, helpful, excellent !”

“We went today for opening day. We ordered burgers, chicken tenders and fries. We loved it all!! The chicken tenders were super juicy. My husband said the burger was great. The fries had a nice crunch. Everything was super good and can’t wait to go back!”

“What happened to the lobster sliders that were on the menu?? They were the best. Very disappointed..have not been back!!”

“This Ihop has a wonderful atmosphere and a terrific staff who are so friendly. The new bananas foster pancake of the month is so delicious and get it with the combo! I also enjoyed the manager Joe coming over to us to make sure everything was tasting great.”

“Just wanted to say thank you for the excellent food for our recent party. The guests were all commenting how delicious and well prepared the food was. It was also more food than we expected, and was very well packed for transport. We’ve enjoyed the experience of dining at Sofia’s, and now also the catered g experience.”

“Walked in and sat at the bar, our bartender was a wonderful woman named Leen. We’ve been to a few Applebee’s but I have to say Leen was easily one of the most exceptional bartenders we’ve ever had at an Applebee’s or any other bar for that matter. Friendly, attentive, funny and just overall a great person to talk to. Our food came much faster than I or my girlfriend had expected (and it was outstanding). Everything we could’ve asked for, if I could give more stars I would! 11/10”

“My granddaughter & I were there for lunch today & we had Denise as our server (waitress), she was so nice & very patient - I give her 5 🌟 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🥰”

“There is no reason this restaurant should not be five star! We eat here all of the time, and the food is 100% perfect every time. Perfectly cooked fish, a huge variety of menu items, great cocktails, and live entertainment. Not to mention its waterfront. We absolutely love this Gem of a restaurant, and think you will too! Great for vegetarians and gluten free diners, too”

“While in town for a long weekend get-a-way, we ate here for dinner one evening. We chose this restaurant because they had outdoor seating and were dog friendly. We brought our two boxers; Hank and Izzi with us and instantly fell in love with the staff. Everyone was so welcoming. We ordered wings and steak and cheese egg rolls. Everything was so good! Wings were cooked to perfection, extra crispy! The steak and cheese egg rolls were to die for! I literally could drive back from PA every night for these! A must if you are ever here. Staff was amazing! Our servers were top tier! I am sorry I don't remember names :( but service was impeccable!”

“I must be lucky everytime I go here its never really packed. Service is always amazing and food is wonderful. I pick up mostly every week and never had 1 issue. Staff always greets me and makes sure everything is ok with my orders. Thank yoy”

“Where else can I not judged for eating 10 hamburgers in a sitting??”

“One word…. BANGING. this place was soooo gooood!!!! We were in town for a wedding, and we saw that the one bite pizza guy rated them. So we figured why not. And we were NOT disappointed. The pepperoni pizza and garlic knots were out of this world. My only upset was not ordering more so that we could take some home to TN!”

“Great food burgers and fries and out of this world.good and for a.great price.”

“The best place to grab a coffee with amazing vibes! So many choices to choose from and such sweet employees ready to make you smile! Definitely come try this place out! One of my favorites ever!”