Patti's Kitchen — Restaurant in Toms River

I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Kelsie at Patti's Kitchen. During the summer seasons we spent in Normandy, my mother and I had a cherished tradition of visiting Patti’s for breakfast, specifically ordering the fresh peach pancakes and a cup of coffee. Patti’s became such a favorite that my mother would willingly drive an hour each way during the off-season just to enjoy a meal there. Though I've only owned property in Normandy for three years, Patti’s quickly became a tradition when we’d come down.

Tragically, my dear mother passed away last week, and both of us had spent most of the summer in the hospital. Our time in Normandy was limited this year. However, this week, I made the decision to visit Patti’s alone. As I walked in, a wave of grief overwhelmed me. Kelsie noticed my pain the moment I walked through the door and immediately offered her condolences for my mother's loss. I couldn't hold back my tears, and Kelsie hugged my tightly, even amid the busy lunchtime rush.

I found a seat at the counter and ordered my pancakes, but Kelsie didn't hesitate to check on me multiple times, even though she was handling a busy shift. When the time came to pay the bill, Kelsie insisted that breakfast was her treat that day. I'll forever remember the pain of walking into Patti’s without my mom, but I'll also forever treasure the compassion, warmth, and kindness that Kelsie showed me.

Patti’s Kitchen is more than just an exceptional restaurant with delicious food; it's a place where you're enveloped in a sense of belonging. I want to extend my profound appreciation to Kelsie and Patti’s Kitchen for helping me navigate the many "firsts" that lie ahead without my...

It's hard to know where to start with this homey, wonderful breakfast and lunch spot! My family discovered Patti's when we bought our beach house 6 years ago in Chadwick Beach. Patti's makes incredible food, has a great atmosphere, has the most wonderful staff, and all in all is our NUMBER 1 place to go to eat at the beach! If we are down for a day or a week, we eat breakfast there every day. We never get tired of it because there's always something great to eat waiting just down the block. We depend on Patti's and I don't know what we'd do without it! Actually, last year we had to do without it because it was closed for maybe 5 months during a major renovation. We were forced to try other places, and nothing even came close to measuring up to Patti's. Thank you - everyone at Patti's- for being the great people you are and for being in our neighborhood. Our lives are truly enhanced just because of...

It’s very sad, I used to love to go to Patty ‘s for breakfast. Recently we went back for breakfast after the summer crowds went home. We sat outside. I placed my order and asked the usual questions about gluten. I have an allergy and this is one of the reasons I like to go to Patty’s. They have gluten-free rolls. The man that came out to serve us was Kelsey‘s husband. An owner, I believe or the son in law of the owners. I asked him if it was gluten free. He turned his head quickly and snapped at me. “Well, the roll is glutenfree!” Then I watched him walk away as he shook his head at me. I have to make sure and ask questions. Restaurants make mistakes and I get sick when I eat gluten. They lost a good customer. I will never, ever go back...