Don't be fooled by the low $20 buffet price, the food is good! I also brought home food from the regular menu as we couldn't resist. They refilled the buffet when needed, server was helpful and friendly. There are lots of options of vegetarian and meat options so go hungry. I went on a Sunday and it got pretty busy. read more

This restaurant located in Tom's river is one of the authentic Indian restaurants I recently visited. The parking situation was little challenging as street parking is available but limited or you can park a few blocks away near the tennis courts closer by school. There are also some paid parking lots closer by. The restaurant is located upstairs so you need to take elevator. They have ala carte and buffet options, but buffet is only available on specific days. As you enter the restaurant, the lobby area was well designed thoughtfully and very welcoming. As you enter the restaurant, the main dining area has nice vibrant colors all over the place and it is beautifully decorated. The staff greeted us and gave us a booth table alongside the windows where you can watch the downtown. The menu is great and we had good collection for both vegetarians and non vegetarians. We ordered appetizers as tandoori chicken, cauliflower 65, aloo tiki chaat. Then, for main course, we ordered garlic naan, egg fried rice and methi matar paneer. The food came at very good pace with the restaurant had five other tables occupied. Gobi 65 - it was more towards saucy than dry side like most of us would have expected, but it still tasted good. Tandoori Chicken- was cooked perfect and tender and presented great. Aaloo tikki chaat is probably the best of the appetizers. Presentation and taste was fantastic. The extra filling of malai or paneer was little overdo but was tasty. For maindishes, methi Matar paneer was good and we ordered it as spicy. The overall taste was excellent but we felt the spice as after taste that is the only issue. Garlic naan was made fresh and tasted perfect. Star of the show was egg fried rice and well seasoned and right mix of veggies and egg. The rice was cooked to perfection. The staff is very friendly and courteous. The price is on the higher side but the ambiance, location and food makes it a place not to miss. read more

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We have recently discovered Ellie's, an amazing Indian food restaurant in Toms River. One time we did take away, and we recently had Sunday afternoon lunch buffet. Both are excellent options. The food is amazing. So flavorful and fresh. we have a favorite restaurant we eat at Long Island and they are very consistent. We rate every Indian restaurant we go to up against this place and Ellie's is a little bit different but just as good, if that makes sense. Everything is cooked to perfection. Very nice prices too. We look forward to eating here as often as possible in the future. read more

Oh how I wish that I could give Ellie's five stars but I'll explain the four stars in a moment. We discovered this amazing Indian restaurant out on Tom's River's Main Street, which is closed off to traffic on Friday and Saturday nights. the staff from Ellie's was encouraging, welcoming and they convinced us to sit down and enjoy a delicious Indian meal. That first meal piqued our curiosity because we kept looking up at the windows of what was once a theater but now houses a beautiful welcoming restaurant. You have to take the elevator to get up to the dining room but you walk into this. awesome! very attractive dining room with a great view of Toms Rivers Main Street. As was the case when we were outdoors the staff was welcoming and the service was attentive. Every menu item that we have tried beginning with the naan and going through some incredible appetizers and delicious entrees have been top notch and beautifully presented! The flavors will make you very happy and Ellie's is now on the favorite list. BUT ... There has been a problem each of the two times we've eaten at Ellie's and it has to do with my son-in-law's meal. he has requested that the kitchen make his entree as spicy as you can make it. yet each time his entree has come out almost mild far from the excessive heat that he enjoys. Since it's a pattern now I have to take away the one star. read more

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Stopped to get take out for lunch. Service was pleasant & timely. Ordered naan, butter chicken & chicken biryani. The portions were generous, spiced correctly & delicious. read more

food is amazing! service friendly. we were 5 adults and we ordered lamb chop and cauliflower appetizers, butter chicken, chicken tika masala, chicken biryania garlic naan butter roti, chick pea tika masala and desert. OMG SO GOOD!!! get here and enjoy!!! read more

Service and food were amazing!! Now it's one of my favorite places! Would bring friends and family again.

Went to Ellie's Indian Curry Corner with the family for Father's Day and could not believe how great the service and experience was! Everything was authentic and fresh from the hot naan to delicacies like tandoori chicken and palak paneer. They offer all-you-can-eat on Thursdays and Sundays that is hands down the best buffet in Ocean County. No longer have to travel to Edison or NYC for top quality Indian food...so great to have right in the heart of downtown Toms River. Can't wait to go back! read more

The food here is excellent! Best Indian food I have had in the states. Staff are excellent, food is prepared to your spice level and everything we have had there is top shelf ! read more

What a cute restaurant! Located upstairs, just a short elevator ride up, it is not the ramen place located at the ground level! My husband and I went here a few months ago to try them out as a friend had told me how good they were! So far we have gotten the chili paneer, cauliflower 65, vindaloo, butter chicken, and rogan josh which have all been excellent! You can pick how spicy you want your dish which is great for those who don't want any spice! Our server checked in with us multiple times and stayed on top of bringing us ice for our wine (BYOB) and checked in with us multiple times! Great service, great food, great place! Looks like they can accommodate larger parties as well but I recommend a booth by the windows! read more

Stopped in for lunch. Some of the best Indian food I've ever had. Ordered the aloo tikki chaat (appetizer), chicken tikka masala, butter chicken and garlic naan. All incredible, especially the naan. Will definitely be stopping in again. read more

Great experience here and great nan bread we also head tiki masala shrimp and butter chicken

My Indian immigrant parents, including my insanely picky dad, LOVED this restaurant. They're also overjoyed about not having to trek to Edison for a good Indian meal anymore. Unreal flavor and freshness, genuinely incredible dishes. The owners/chef also came out and spoke to guests with the most welcoming and lovely energy. Impeccable vibes. If any white folks wanna impress their ethnic friends, bring them here fr. read more

The food was fresh and delicious service was outstanding ambiance was cute and fresh.

Fantastic food and great service. Must visit. Great quality and taste.authentic indian food.

Came upon this new gem this afternoon. My friend and l had 2 shared appetizers. We had crispy cauliflower bites and Somosa chat. Delicious. I will be back for sure. read more

Hey! I just wanted to leave a quick review for Ellies Curry Corner!! I went with my husband last night for a work dinner and we tried just about everything. The paneer! The Garlic Nann the butter chicken!! Delish!! The best part was the dessert!!! So yummy!! The service was phenomenal and friendly!! Ten out of ten!! Will be going again!! read more

I can not express how delicious all the food was. We got samosa chat, cauliflower 65, chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, saag paneer, and shrimp dish . Holy unbelievable!!!! Must go to this place !! read more

It was a perfect night for some excellent Indian food,it was a rainy night and we stopped at this Restaurant for dinner with friends.Nicely decorated place with great food and excellent service.Will definitely visit again when I'm in Toms River. read more

I stopped in for a late lunch and ordered dal makhani and naan. It was fantastic! Great food and great service! It truly is a hidden gem!

First of all, it is absolutely gorgeous inside! Very welcoming and homey like, with a touch of elegance. The service is incredible, I didn't get his name but the man was super sweet and patient. May I add, the food is absolutely to die for! There's so many the flavors and the presentation..??!??!!! it's clearly made with care. they even ask if you'd prefer American spicy or Indian spicy; thats the real kick! If you've been looking for a spot that serves real Indian cuisine this one is 100% worth your time. im excited to c :D read more

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I wish I took pics (promise next time, and yes! There will be a next time! This is Toms Rivers hidden gem. Our server, Nadeem, was attentive and was excellent. Our food was amazing. I love Indian food but this exceeded my expectation. Our appetizer was mimosas in a green sauce. With pomegranate seeds, it had the perfect balance of salty and sweet. Also have the garlic naan which was plentiful with the garlic and dinner was tandoori shrimp. I have had this done many ways, but this was the first time it was in a dry green rub, that was excellent I was really blown away by dessert which was a churro with a whipped coffee underneath. Everything was excellent. We will be returning thank you Nadeem! read more

This is a great addition to the downtown Toms River restaurant environment. The restaurant is conveniently located on the second floor, and is accessible by elevator. Free parking is one block away on Irons Ave. The food is wonderfully flavorful, and the staff is very welcoming. read more

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Food was great! good selections and waiter was very helpful with descriptions etc. Very, clean, bright and cheerful room with a view overlooking the street. Attentive to special needs. Definitely an asset to the town. It's a restaurant that you will want to return to again and again. read more

Excellent Indian food. Great service. Really enjoyed the eggplant dish that I ordered.

My first time ever having Indian cuisine. This restaurant did not disappoint. I will be back again and again.

Had a really nice lunch. Chicken Chicken Tika Masala was spot on. Especially liked the whole pieces of onion and red pepper inside. We asked the chef to make us a dish as a special request (shrimp and spinach) since it wasn't on the menu. They even accommodated us on that as well. Both dishes were very tasty and delicious. Will definitely go back. read more

The first bite of Mushroom Tikka was scrumptious! I love that they did not fill it with anything and kept it as authentic as possible. The mustard oil flavor in both Mushroom Tikka and Chicken Tikka were noticeable and you feel it from the first bite. Absolutely love how juicy the Chicken Tikka was! Another recommendation is the palak paneer, not the commercial or the restaurant kind. A MUST try! Deliciousness fresh paneer, the flavors of palak and Indian spices hitting you all at once. A taste of home, the kind that makes you close your eyes and remember your grandma! The service was great too! Will definitely visit again. read more

Dal tadka and butter naan take out 10/10 I have also eaten in there and the waiter was attentive, vibe cool and other veg dishes very good. read more

My husband and I went to Ellie's tonight for our anniversary dinner. For the last five years I've been telling him I want Indian food and for the last five years he's been telling me no. Thank god he did because no where can compare... we got 4 apps two dinners and a couple of sides of various breads. Seriously every bite left me excited for the next bite... then we find out almost everything is gluten free?!?!( which opens up a whole new world for my celiac daughter) sure Amazing, simply amazing. The service was impeccable. The staff answered every question and made some recommendations. You could see and taste the passion in the food. We will be back read more

This was our first time visiting Ellie's and I am so happy we did! I went to dinner with my husband , sister and brother-in-law -- the restaurant is upstairs, quiet , nicley decorated and clean. The service was excellent. We decided to order four meals and share them and we had a difficult time deciding which was our favorite. we ordered Chicken Tikka Massala, Chicken Kauai, Chicken Dum Biryani and chicken Vindaloo with orders of plain and garlic Naan. all were delicious. for dessert we had dynasty of Jabalpuri ( like a churro served with a coffee malai (lovely cream) and fruit We will definitely be back to try other dishes ! read more

Authentic and nourishing Indian dishes in the heart of downtown Toms River. I highly recommend Ellie's for anyone looking for flavor and spice. The restaurant's interior is beautifully done and the staff is very friendly. read more

Ellie's absolutely exceeded my and my fiancé's expectations. The lamb chop appetizer was incredible and we both agreed it was the best lamb we've ever had. We can't stop talking about it! The butter chicken and chicken tikka massala were both delicious and the perfect amount of spice. We had the garlic naan with it and it was so fresh and tasty. Can't wait to go back because this was such a solid meal from start to finish. read more

Ordered takeout! Staff on the phone were very helpful as I had a couple questions about their menu! I got the butter chicken, chicken 65, and a side of their fresh bread! Very well seasoned food catered to your level of spice, will eat here again! read more

We went last night,reservations at 6PM.....live music,not good and way too loud. Watched them cater to take out people and we waited over 1 hour for our food at table ! not worth it,sorry. Will find another Indian restaurant. read more

First time there yesterday. Food was delicious! Very clean and comfortable seating. awesome service! Highly recommended!

Loved the Food!! Fresh, Abundant, and a very relaxing atmosphere!! Super friendly staff! Highly recommend coming here for a great Indian Food Experience! read more

Do not miss out on this gem in downtown Toms River. Ellie's is excellent and delicious.

Oh my gosh so good. I used to live in west coast area that had lots of great Indian restaurants. Ellie's is as good as the best out there. If you're anywhere near Toms River make sure you try this place out. read more

Went there yesterday for the first time for lunch and was very impressed with the service and the food is some of the best I have ever had. Will definitely be back read more