LACEY — Tim Hortons is preparing to open a new shop in Forked River, taking over the former White Castle property on North Main Street as the Canadian coffee chain continues to expand in Ocean County.
The Goldstein Group announced that the 2,000–square-foot freestanding building at 245 North Main Street has been leased to Tim Hortons. The site, which includes a drive-thru, has been vacant since White Castle closed in December 2024. Goldstein Group President Chuck Lanyard and Executive Vice President Mark Handwerker represented the landlord, Sunrise Pointe LP, while NAI Dileo Bram & Co. Vice President Jennifer Harrison represented the tenant.
The property sits in a high-traffic commercial stretch of Forked River, surrounded by major national retailers and restaurants including The Home Depot, Wendy’s, TJ Maxx, Burger King, Chipotle, Dunkin’, banks and other businesses. The new Tim Hortons will feature an updated interior described by the brokerage as warm and inviting, along with drive-thru service for commuters.
Lanyard said the deal reflects the brand’s continued momentum in New Jersey and marks “another milestone” in its U.S. growth. The company has not announced an opening date or released details about additional expansion plans in the state.
Another Tim Horton’s is planned to open in Brick Township in 2026.
An opening date has not been announced but as soon as we hear something, we will let you know!
