Wings, Indian Food: Southern Ocean Restaurants That Opened In 2024

SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Buffalo wings. Indian cuisine. Smoothies. Salads. We welcomed several new restaurants to the Southern Ocean area in 2024, each of them offering something unique.

As we look back on the year, take a look at some of the newest dining additions to Southern Ocean.

Buffalo Wild Wings GO (Barnegat and Manahawkin)

This new style of Buffalo Wild Wings, offering a more streamlined experience for diners, opened two locations in Barnegat and Manahawkin this past spring. You can enjoy traditional and boneless wings, hand-breaded tenders, chicken sandwiches, burgers, sides, and all 26 Buffalo Wild Wings signature sauces and dry rubs.

El Rinconcito De Mexico (Manahawkin)

There's never a shortage of Mexican food around these parts, and this new spot, located in the Manahawkin Mart Shoppes plaza, offers a variety of authentic eats. Family owned and operated, it offers taco options like buche (pork stomach), pork/beef head, tripa (beef tripe), seafood, tortas and much more.

Loving Kitchen (West Creek)

This Indian spot opened up behind a gas station this year, but don't let its looks deceive you. The meals in this tiny building pack huge flavor, with Indian bites like chicken korma and lamb vindaloo. Don't forget to order a side of naan.

All Star Bagel (Forked River and Barnegat)

Bagel lovers had a couple new options sprout up this year with franchises of All Star Bagel opening in Forked River and Barnegat. Chow down on typical All Star Bagel offerings - a Grandslam or a Triple Play, perhaps - or enjoy the unique offerings each of these spots brings.