They say good things are worth waiting for, and when it comes to new restaurants opening near the Jersey Shore, that's an absolute truth.

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For example, when Cheesesteak Louie's finally opened in Tuckerton this past week, foodies were ecstatic, especially since it took nearly a year for it to come together.

And then there was Ricky Bagel off 37 in Toms River. It seemed like forever ago when I wrote about their new location coming to Toms River, and now they're finally open and operating.

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But even more anticipated has been a taco shop off Fischer Boulevard in Toms River.

Just to give you an idea of how long in the making it was for this place to finally open, I remember driving by it when my wife and I were looking for apartments while moving to Jersey 4 years ago, thinking to myself, wow, that taco place looks cool, I wonder when they open!

So, what's finally opening on Fischer Boulevard?

Beach Taco Announced Its Grand Opening For Its Long-Anticipated Toms River, NJ Location

It's a taco spot that already has locations along the Jersey Shore; the location opening in Toms River looks like it's coming with a full bar.

Maybe getting the liquor license is what caused the delay in opening?

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Either way, the Beach Taco off Fischer Boulevard in Toms River is finally having its grand opening today! (1/19).

Beach Taco in Toms River features handcrafted drinks, fresh Mexican food, and a menu that features burritos, bowls, fresh guac, churros, and so much more.

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