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Fortune Buffet in New Jersey

Discover a relaxed dining atmosphere at Fortune Buffet in Toms River, offering a variety of dishes in a comfortable buffet setting.

4.2 2,775 reviews Buffet Restaurant American · Southern

1311 NJ-37, Toms River, NJ 08755, United States

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Fortune Buffet

Toms River, New Jersey, USA

Snow Crab Legs Muscles with Chopped Up Spicy Tomatoes Triple Delight Clams
Rating★ 4.2 / 5
CategoryBuffet Restaurant
Today 10:45 AM - 09:30 PM

Overview

About This Food Place

Fortune Buffet is a casual buffet restaurant located at 1311 NJ-37, Toms River, NJ, offering an extensive range of Chinese cuisine alongside a Mongolian grill, seafood bar, and sushi available every day of the week. Visitors will find a welcoming atmosphere perfect for families, groups, and tourists looking for comfort food and healthy options in one spot.

The buffet features a diverse menu including vegetarian selections, salads, small plates, and quick bites, all served in a comfortable setting with onsite bar and restroom facilities. This location emphasizes freshness and variety, with popular dishes such as snow crab legs, mussels with spicy tomatoes, sushi and sashimi combos, and classic American-style pizza also available.

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Why People Come Here

Fortune Buffet stands out for its diverse menu, welcoming atmosphere, and affordable prices, making it a favorite spot for both locals and visitors.

Varied Buffet Selection

Offers over 50 dishes including Chinese classics, Mongolian grill, seafood bar, sushi, and American favorites that satisfy diverse tastes.

Popular Dishes

Renowned for Snow Crab Legs, Sushi and Sashimi Combo, King Crab Legs, and great desserts that keep guests coming back.

Family-Friendly & Group Dining

Welcomes families and groups with kid-friendly meals, high chairs, and a casual atmosphere suited to all ages.

Convenient Location & Parking

Located at 1311 NJ-37 in Toms River with free parking options, including onsite and street parking for easy access.

Quick & Comfortable Dining

Onsite dine-in service with a typical visit lasting 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick bite.

Accessible & Welcoming

Wheelchair accessible parking, restrooms, and seating ensure comfortable dining for everyone.

Casual Atmosphere

Enjoy a relaxed setting ideal for solo diners, families, tourists, and groups looking for comfort food and healthy options.

Onsite Bar & Amenities

Includes a bar and clean restrooms to enhance the dining experience throughout the day.

Experience

When & How to Enjoy This Place

Experience a satisfying and varied meal any day of the week at this bustling buffet spot, ideal for different dining preferences and group sizes.

Fortune Buffet provides a well-rounded dining experience, featuring quick and fresh options from the Mongolian grill and sushi bar, alongside comforting traditional Chinese dishes and an impressive dessert selection. Guests typically spend between 45 minutes to 1.5 hours enjoying the vibrant atmosphere and extensive food offerings. — FoodPlacee editorial note

Family-Friendly Meal

This buffet welcomes families with good-for-kids menu items like chicken nuggets and mac and cheese, plus high chairs and plenty of seating space for groups.

Lunch or Dinner Buffet

Perfect for casual lunch or dinner outings, with attentive staff and a variety of dishes including seafood, sushi, and American comfort food.

Quick Bite or Leisurely Feast

Whether in for a swift meal or to explore multiple plates at a relaxed pace, this buffet accommodates both quick and extended dining experiences.

Solo Dining

Ideal for solo visitors seeking variety and quality, especially with fresh sushi and hot hibachi dishes prepared to order.

Convenient Parking

Free onsite and street parking options make arrival and departure easy, catering to local visitors and tourists.

Best for

Lunch Dinner Family-friendly Solo dining Quick bite Comfort food Healthy options Dine-in

Guest sentiment

What People Feel

A snapshot of what local diners frequently mention about this location.

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Maria Fay Dublon 2 month ago

"Fortune Buffer Toms River NJ. The Best! Very clean& food are always fresh. Angie the Manager extra ordinary. Compassionate & have time to listen when I was diagnosed with Cancer. Thank you Angie. Manager but helps on the floor & people"

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Mar Pepin 2 month ago

"I have been to this buffet a couple of times, my first time was a few years ago and my most recent visit was June 27. We came a few minutes before the dinner buffet started, so we had the dinner buffet. I have been to the lunch buffet before, and I would say that both are worth it. The prices for the buffet are pretty reasonable, and they do offer senior discounts. The options available were great, and the staff was very attentive when it came to clearing out plates. Getting drink refills without asking was hit or miss for me, but it was easy to ask for a refill. I had a variety of offerings (picture captions will include what's on the plates), and was pleased with all of the ones that I tried. Some of the food such as the fried dumplings were a little cold, and the wontons in the wonton soup could have used a little more meat, but overall I enjoyed their offerings. They have food aimed for children, as well, such as chicken nuggets, french fries, and mac and cheese. The hibachi station was nice, though the offerings in that station were a little sparse when I went. I’m not sure if I did the station wrong but it appeared as if you have to add the sauce after it is cooked, which made for a soupy hibachi. I prefer mine cooked with the sauce so the flavors get infused a little better. They have a wide variety of desserts as well. I had ice cream and almond cookies. I cannot quite speak to the sanitary conditions of the place, it was pretty clean when I went, but buffets have a problem with items getting mixed into each other. Overall, I think that this place has a lot of great options for food, and the price is worth it. The service is satisfactory, and the experience is nice."

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Jonathan Colt 2 month ago

"There are always primo offerings. I’m not up in this area often. But when I am, this has been my go to place for years. They’re really good. It really has to be the best Chinese buffet I’ve been to. And depending on the day and time, it can be a long wait. Today at lunch, there were several dozen offerings. They even had 2 shrimp dishes and 3 squid based dishes. That has to be expensive to prepare. If you’re in the area, don’t pass this place up."

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Evan Robert 3 month ago

"If your looking to go out to eat and dont want to break the bank, than the Fortune buffet is perfect. Personally my grandmother and I come in for lunch or on the weekends when they serve brunch. With a tip, it was under 30 dollars for 2. And its a perfect spot when your not sure what you want to order, as they have a great selection. They've got everything from your basic chinese food, to american homestyle classics, seafood, sushi and Hibachi. As well as many flavors of ice cream and a whole area with assorted desserts. I love their sushi, dimsum and the crab rangoons I can't get enough off."

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NimbySep 4 month ago

"Great sushi selection great choices on seafood and chinese food as well as a few "american" choices thrown on. Always clean, great for small and large groups"

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Carolynne Rucereto 4 month ago

"It was Christmas day, so the place was mobbed. Everything was good, the food, service and seating. The seating, floors, bathroom. ...need to replaced very dated with some improper functionality...... Overall a great place to get your American Chinese or Sushi! tons of parking."

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NJ 4 month ago

"A good variety. Some original items and a bit more flavor than the other buffet in Brick. Slightly higher on the price though. It get packed at lunch but it doesn't really matter, items were stocked."

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D K 4 month ago

"This is my go-to dinner spot out. If you're like me, a variety is almost always in order. My appetite aside, I mostly enjoy the variety of flavors and dishes that are on my list of favorites with the freshness that never disappoints! They're here at this location seventeen years.. one more year, and they're in the golden league! The hibachi table is prepared with ingredients you select and is prepared to order by the nicest. Professional chef's preparation is delivered piping hot - what I honestly really appreciate most! The sushi and different California rolls are always incredibly fresh and delicious. These two selections for me make the visits most memorable. Not to say I don't indulge in the chafing dishes - over 50 of them - but in my review I wanted to say how I appreciate they never run low on anything (constant replenishment ensure it's hot from the kitchen and fresh). This place is always immaculate as well. Favorites: Mussels in black bean sauce.. Steamed shrimp - fresh and big shell-on. Steamed rock, blue claw, king & snow crab legs. Clams on half-shell. 4 soups.. mushroom/tofu; new-england clam, egg-drop, and wanton (fresh scallions to add) - also great dumplings. Chinese musts: General Tso's Chicken Chicken in garlic sauce with peppers. American fare: mashed and roasted potatoes, pizza, Kielbasa, fried chicken, sliced tenderloin steak, ham, and succulent roast pork!! 3 different Steamed Fish dishes - salmon, snapper, sole and fluke, or sometimes bluefish. Macaroni salad; cole slaw; chicken salad, lettuce/tomato; tomato/cucumber salad; picked radishes, thin seaweed; Beets; hard boiled eggs. Green and red bean gardiniera.. Nice desserts, especially 6 flavors of fresh self-serve iced cream sugar/waffle cones, cakes, cookies, key-lime pie, roasted nuts, fruits, brownies, sweet plantains, banana cream, tapioca.. I can't list everything in the dessert tables any more than the hot chafing dishes. Trust me, everything here is the real deal: anything less and you would be cheating yourself. Come hungry! Leave 100% satisfied! Bon-appétit! If you liked my review, please give it a thumbs up?"

Visit info

When to Visit

Weekly hours below — always confirm with the business before holidays or special events.

Today Open now · until 9:30 PM
Weekly hours
Monday 10:45 AM - 09:30 PM
Tuesday 10:45 AM - 09:30 PM
Wednesday 10:45 AM - 09:30 PM
Thursday 10:45 AM - 09:30 PM
Friday 10:45 AM - 09:30 PM
Saturday 10:45 AM - 09:30 PM
Sunday 10:45 AM - 09:30 PM
Hours may change. Please confirm with the business before visiting.

Best time to visit

This buffet restaurant welcomes guests daily from late morning until evening, making it easy to enjoy a satisfying meal any time of day.

Open daily 10:45 AM - 9:30 PM Typical visit lasts 45 min to 1.5 hrs Lunch and dinner popular for variety and value Family and group dining best during weekdays to avoid peak crowds No reservations accepted, plan visits accordingly

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Where This Food Place Lives

Find your way to Fortune Buffet in New Jersey .

Address 1311 NJ-37, Toms River, NJ 08755, United States
Phone +1 732-505-8383
Area New Jersey
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Questions answered

Food Place Questions

Find quick answers about dining, menu highlights, accessibility, and more at Fortune Buffet in Toms River.

This buffet features a mix of Chinese dishes, a Mongolian grill, seafood bar, sushi, and some American-style options. It offers comfort food, vegetarian choices, and a salad bar, making it suitable for various preferences.

Fortune Buffet is open daily from 10:45 AM to 9:30 PM. Hours and menu availability may vary on holidays or special occasions, so checking ahead is recommended.

Yes, the location offers wheelchair accessible parking, restrooms, and seating to accommodate guests with accessibility needs.

The restaurant does not accept reservations and provides onsite dine-in services only. No mention of takeout or delivery services is available.

Popular menu items include snow crab legs, mussels with spicy tomatoes, sushi and sashimi combos, crawfish, and king crab legs. Desserts and a variety of seafood are also highlights.

Free onsite parking and free street parking are available, making it convenient for families, groups, and tourists to visit.

Yes, the establishment is family-friendly and offers kid-focused options like chicken nuggets, french fries, mac and cheese, and provides high chairs for young diners.

Accepted payment methods include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments for a seamless checkout experience.

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