Morningstar Cafe 1001 Fischer Boulevard, Toms River, NJ 08753

"It was our first time there and it won’t be our last! The food was fantastic! The Brussel sprouts were out of this world. The baked clams were delicious. Autumn was our waitress and she was wonderful. Can’t recommend it enough!"

"Such a delicious breakfast! I ordered the French toast and it was super crispy, not overly sweet and the compote and lemon curd was so complimenting!! I would 10/10 recommend this! Can't wait to go back!"

"I am the pickiest person when it comes to food, especially restaurants. I had seen the write up in the APP and put it on my list. I had the pleasure of finally completing the task of visiting recently. Now as I said I am picky, very picky. My father was a chef so I think it comes from him. Omg can I just say this is some of the best food I've had from a locally, no take that back, from ANY restaurant in a long time. The french toast was none like I've ever had. The presentation was on point, I was salvating taking the picture l, and my stomach was yelling at me to hurry up! That shopping center isn't exactly a destination shopping center. Well if for no other reason go there just for Morningstar Cafe. This place is a destination. One I cant wait to repeat. I'm in love!! Truly food heaven!"

"My Secret is out…. Thanks to the Asbury Park Press. I thought my hubby and I found our our secret breakfast (lunch & dinner) spot, and we were going to keep it all to ourselves for as long as possible, but then the AP Press did a feature on ALex and her Morning Star Cafe. My first experience was incredible. I got a direct view of Alex making her magic in the kitchen. If you are from Jersey, then we have all watched people making breakfast. But let me tell you, I was mesmerized by the way she was like a conductor making beautiful music. You can see how much love and passion flowed through her every movement for each dish she was making. But let me tell you about the most important part of the review, for you the reader; YES YES YES, the food is not only delicious, but exceptional! I have been there for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner, and each meal has been consistently delicious! Another little secret that I am ready to share….. try things you never thought you would try. I had Alex’s Brussels sprouts (I never eat Brussels sprouts,) and I couldn’t get enough of them. And PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE - introduce yourself to Alex, Sam, and the rest of the incredible staff. If you want something, and it isn’t the way you want it on the menu, just ask….. Everything, and I mean everything is made fresh and with love the way you want it. PS: Try some of the incredible items on the coffee menu."

"Morningstar Cafe is exceptional! The food is so fresh and all made to order (so it won’t be as fast as a diner, if that’s what you’re looking for). The flavors of the meals were out of this world! We tried the Brussel sprouts, hummus, caprese, cash wrap, harissa chicken, bolognese, tre burger, chicken Milanese… and everything was so delicious! You cannot go wrong with anything on this menu. The chef even came out to check on everything. Great service, great food! Can’t wait to go back and try everything else!"