I’ve loved sushi since I took my first bite of it. And I’ve tried pretty much every sushi spot in the state. There are so many good ones that it really says a lot to name the best. But this is it.

Xina in Toms River has been a long-time favorite of mine. That’s why I’m thrilled to have read on nj1015.com that this amazing New Jersey Japanese restaurant is opening a second location at 415 Bradley Beach.

Like a lot of outstanding Japanese restaurants in New Jersey, Xina has an incredible selection of sushi, sashimi, fresh seafood and insane Chinese and Japanese food.

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The favorites are all there, they have the most magnificent golden wok-fried rice with egg, carrots, onions, bean sprouts and scallions. A gorgeous lo mein with stir-fried noodles & vegetables. And the most delish pad Thai I’ve had in a long time.

But what’s different is what makes the difference. For instance, have you ever heard of bacon egg and cheese fried rice?

They also do rolled-fat rice noodles, eggs, peppers, onions, scallions, and crispy shallots. A welcome change from the usual.

How about their bulgogi kimchi fried rice? Thinly shaved Korean soy marinated beef served over spicy kimchi jalapeno fried rice. Need I say more?

They have so many unique and inventive dishes it's hard to try them all in one go! I absolutely love this New Jersey sushi spot and you will, too.

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