It could actually be happening, a Chick-fil-A coming to Toms River! Get our free mobile appNow, it looks like there's an exciting possibility that has plenty of local residents talking. The project must still receive approval from the Toms River Planning Board before any work can officially move forward. Cracker Barrel Is Still a Fan FavoriteOne name keeps popping up again and again whenever people discuss new restaurants coming to Toms River: Cracker Barrel. Having a location right in Toms River would certainly make a lot of people happy.