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Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Toms River

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1. Semolina Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3520)
$$$$
• Farm-to-table • Red Bank
Booked 28 times today
Semolina Restaurant is a farm to table, BYO dining establishment serving simple, casual cuisine. Semolina's menu highlights the seasonality of fresh, local ingredients with a focus on fresh, made in-house pastas.
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2. Apple Street Kitchen
4.8
Exceptional(145)
$$$$
• American • Tinton Falls
Booked 27 times today
Apple Street Kitchen is back and better than ever! This cozy Tinton Falls favorite just got a full makeover—inside & out. The entire restaurant was redesigned with a fresh new look, blending modern charm with rustic touches, warm lighting, and thoughtful decor that makes you feel right at home.We've added a beautiful new covered outdoor deck, perfect for sunny brunches or laid-back dinners under the stars. And just steps away, you’ll find the on-site organic garden, where herbs and seasonal veggies are grown fresh for the kitchen — a true garden-to-table experience. Chef Casey Pesce’s love for local, seasonal ingredients shines in every dish. Whether you’re catching up with friends, sharing a family meal, or just in the mood for something comforting and fresh, Apple Street Kitchen offers a warm, inviting spot to slow down and savor the moment. Come see (and taste) what all the buzz is about!
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3. Mediterra
4.7
Exceptional(4510)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Princeton
Booked 64 times today
Our culinary philosophy is simple yet inspired on our Spanish and Italian roots. We combine these influences with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and pair them with an ever-evolving selection of exceptional wines, both fine and approachable. Every dish, every pour, and every detail reflects our commitment to quality.
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4. Raimondo's
4.7
Exceptional(2217)
$$$$
• Italian • Beach Haven
Booked 31 times today
If you don’t see the time you desire available, please call us as last minute cancellations can occur. For parties of 5 or more please call for your reservation; we are a small restaurant and try to accommodate everyone as best we can! We are a fine dining BYOB Italian restaurant that has served Long Beach Island for the past 25 years. We serve only the freshest local ingredients that are available to us. We have an assortment of meats, local seafood from Barnegat Light, and fresh produce from local growers. Everything is made to order, we will be more than happy to accommodate your requests as long as we have the ingredients. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the exceptional food while dining with us!
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5. 12 Farms Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(291)
$$$$
• Farm-to-table • Hightstown
Booked 6 times today
By partnering with local growers, our mission is to secure the best, freshest, local, organic-when-possible, ingredients to cook for our customers. Our menu will change regularly to reflect what's best in each season.We have a simple menu for a reason. Instead of purchasing dried pasta, we start with flour and eggs to make our pasta from scratch. Instead of purchasing frozen gnocchi, we peel the potatoes to make our own, fresh, light-and-fluffy, gnocchi. Our chefs create beautiful dishes with flavor that can only come from a recent harvest. When we are unable to secure a local ingredient, we will communicate that to our customers.With the umbrella heading of a farm-to-table restaurant, our chefs are free to create dishes that cross into different ethnic cuisines. However, the majority of our meals are influenced by Italian and American tastes.
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6. Elements Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2042)
$$$$
• American • Princeton
Booked 3 times today
Executive Chef Scott Anderson chose the name "elements" for the restaurant because he is passionate about sourcing fresh, local, organic ingredients and sustainably raised meats and seafood. He wants the very elements of your meal to play a major role in the taste of it. Then he and his team work to reveal the complementary flavor dimensions inherent in the elements by skillfully combining them—often in edgy new ways. Restaurant menus change constantly here, making this the dinner restaurant that is excitingly different every time you return. If you're a foodie, you want to know where—and how--your food grew. It's fascinating, it's a good health practice and it provides extra pleasure from everyday experiences, like a meal with friends. elements is the American restaurant serving local steak and seafood, but with global influences in seasoning and cooking methods. A true culinary adventure!
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7. Mistral
4.6
Exceptional(3249)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Princeton
Booked 36 times today
Located in the heart of downtown Princeton, Mistral offers a stunning mix of taste, style and atmosphere. Chef Scott Anderson places a superlative emphasis on fresh, local ingredients in creating a variety of culturally influenced, inventive plates with inviting flavors for guests to savor and share.Now offering a full menu of beer, wine and cocktails for our guests, Mistral’s guests will enjoy a full craft cocktail menu that is both unexpected and attuned to chef Anderson's local and seasonal ethos as well as an extensive craft beer and wine offering with the open of Mistral’s bar
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8. Pearl at The Oyster Point Hotel
4.4
Awesome(672)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Red Bank
Booked 6 times today
Dining at the intimate Pearl restaurant at The Oyster Point is upscale and serene – a perfect spot to relax and enjoy knock-out contemporary American cuisine with local seasonal ingredients.Dine on the deck and enjoy a gentle breeze, with sailboats skimming across the water and a view of picturesque Red Bank.Pearl is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and lite bites, so it’s a perfect choice for your business and social occasions.
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9. Birdy's Cafe
4.6
Exceptional(83)
$$$$
• American • Harvey Cedars
Booked 9 times today
Our space was designed to gather with friends and family over good food with fresh ingredients.
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10. Grey Stone Fine Food and Spirits
4.6
Exceptional(2190)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Newtown
Booked 44 times today
The Grey Stone was founded in 2017 by owner/operator Brandon Smith, a Washington Crossing native. The restaurant is widely considered the hidden gem of Newtown, where it offers luxury American comfort food in a plush, upscale casual atmosphere - just 3 minutes from the Borough! We beautifully refurbished the property formerly known as Lavender Hall, continuing the prestige from years' past as a staple of the Bucks County popular dining & event scene. The restaurant features a food menu, by talented Chef Robert McNally, that changes every season to utilize the freshest of local ingredients. Our bar has 24 rotating craft taps, a sophisticated wine list and a thoughtfully curated cocktail list - pandering to all food & drink connoisseurs! We are recommended for private or social dining, indoors & outdoors in our exquisite ambiance where historic charm meets relaxed modern upgrades. Please inquire to plan your next customized celebration at Newtown's premier event destination!

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  • Sarah
    New York City •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Had a great first experience here. Both the food and service were fantastic! Devin was our server and he was friendly, informative, and made the experience even better. All the food was fresh and flavorful. The crudo was a 10/10. Their desserts also were amazing, highly recommend the olive oil cake and rice pudding. We will be back to see Devin again! A great BYOB spot in the area.
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    Semolina Restaurant$$$$• Farm-to-table• Red Bank
    •
    4.6
  • CathyGold
    New York City •23 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Lovely night on the patio! Music was good and at a level you could talk/hear. Thanks, Lauren!
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    Pearl at The Oyster Point Hotel$$$$• Contemporary American• Red Bank
    •
    4.4
  • BobGold
    Philadelphia County •92 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Excellent service by Kristina! Awesome seasonal mixed drinks- the Age of (?) was a lavender dream and the rose a delight. Always have to get the calamari as it’s the best around. Jambalaya was for 2 but could feed 3 or more with the appetizers and salad. The food was perfect all around, from the panini to the scallops. Of course, the outdoors area is awesome!
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    Grey Stone Fine Food and Spirits$$$$• Contemporary American• Newtown
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    4.6
  • Tiffany
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on May 20, 2026
    The food was outstanding. The swordfish tacos were incredible. The desserts were creative and delicious.
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    Apple Street Kitchen$$$$• American• Tinton Falls
    •
    4.8
  • Tammy
    Philadelphia County •41 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 5, 2026
    Birdie’s is a terrific cafe with a creative curated menu. The cafe is beautifully decorated and the owner and staff are wonderful. Highly recommend for breakfast or lunch or just to pop in for coffee or matcha.
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    Birdy's Cafe$$$$• American• Harvey Cedars
    •
    4.6

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