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Union Bar & Provisions to debut in East Rutherford
Scheduled to open Aug. 8 in a space that once housed Railroad Café, the eatery will offer elevated comfort food and handcrafted cocktails.
Outdoor dining rules now permanent in New Jersey
As part of a new law extending COVID accommodations, restaurants, bars, distilleries and breweries can use public sidewalks or adjacent outdoor spaces they own or lease for selling food and beverages.
NJ lawmakers send permanent outdoor dining bill to Murphy
The legislation would allow New Jersey restaurants, bars, distilleries and breweries to serve patrons on public sidewalks or adjacent outdoor spaces they own or lease.
New Jersey working to make outdoor dining rules permanent
Prior to COVID-19, some municipalities banned the option. However, Gov. Phil Murphy greenlit the service during the pandemic to support the food and beverage industry while protecting residents.
Brick City launches Taste of Newark outdoor dining experience
On three upcoming Sundays, sections of Ferry and Market streets will close to traffic to allow for expanded al fresco eating.
NJ extends outdoor dining accommodations
Gov. Phil Murphy visited Vesta Wood-Fired in East Rutherford to sign legislation that continues authorizations for restaurants, bars, distilleries and breweries that were enacted during the pandemic to aid the industry.
Jersey City cuts ribbon on Newark Avenue Pedestrian Plaza
“In 2015, we had the vision to maximize this space by creating a pedestrian-friendly plaza and establishing a sought-after shopping and dining destination and overall economic driver that that has since exceeded our expectations,” Mayor Steven Fulop said July 11. “Today’s ribbon-cutting is the final piece to accomplishing a permanent, community-driven pedestrian mall that boosts local busi[...]
Businesses could get tax relief for winterizing costs during COVID
When indoor dining was limited to 25% capacity during the cooler months many switched to offering outdoor dining and services. But because of colder weather they shelled out thousands of dollars on tents, snow removal, igloos and space heaters.
