restaurant openings

Bergen Town Center in Paramus
Apr 24, 2026

Bergen Town Center adds dining, fitness, retail tenants

Urban Edge's flagship Paramus shopping center is expanding its lineup with six additions including Tatte Bakery, Elev8tion Fitness and Swarovski.

The Gyro Project
Apr 22, 2026

Gyro Project opens Northvale location, expands in NJ (updated)

The new Gyro Project eatery expands the Greek fast-casual concept's footprint as the Jersey-born concept continues to grow.

Chick-fil-A
Apr 1, 2026

Chick-fil-A opens new drive-thru at Gloucester outlets

The new store will celebrate its debut with a cow-themed Moove-In Party at Gloucester Premium Outlets in Blackwood.

Tommy’s Tavern + Tap
Mar 16, 2026

Tommy’s Tavern & Tap to open first Ocean County location

The Triple T Hospitality restaurant will debut its first Ocean eatery in Toms River next month, featuring craft beers, specialty wings and a full bar.

Jinya Ramen Bar officially opened April 18, 2026, at The Shops at Riverside in Hackensack.
Mar 13, 2026

Jinya Ramen Bar to open second New Jersey location (updated)

Doherty Enterprises will launch the second Jinya Ramen Bar in New Jersey this spring at The Shops at Riverside in Hackensack, serving ramen and Japanese cuisine.

Founded in 2018, Daddy’s Chicken Shack’s Southern-inspired menu includes fried and grilled chicken, as well as sandwiches, sliders, popcorn chicken, burritos, salads and loaded fries.
Mar 12, 2026

Daddy’s Chicken Shack to make NJ debut in Tinton Falls

Daddy’s Chicken Shack will open its first Garden State location in Monmouth County. The Colorado-based brand is partnering with Esperto Hospitality Group to develop 13 locations in the state.

MilkShake Factory
Mar 12, 2026

MilkShake Factory plans 3 new New Jersey dessert shops

The Pittsburgh sweets chain will expand its footprint in the state with three new shops in Florham Park, Somerville and Middletown.

Insomnia Cookies
Feb 11, 2026

Insomnia Cookies to open 7th NJ location, with delivery

Coming this spring to Monmouth County, the bakery chain will offer in-store pickup and delivery options – and is looking to hire part-time staff.

fresh&co
Jan 13, 2026

fresh&co adds Morristown location at HQ Plaza

The chef-inspired, locally sourced fast casual will launch its third in-state eatery Jan. 13, expanding the New York City-based healthy dining brand's local footprint.

Qdoba
Nov 14, 2025

Qdoba marks latest NJ opening with free burritos for a year

The Hamilton Township restaurant will debut Nov. 17, offering the first 100 guest complimentary food for a year – plus daily specials through Nov. 23.

Greens and Grains at Rowan University
Nov 11, 2025

Plant-based Greens and Grains makes Gloucester debut at Rowan (updated)

The plant-based franchise will open doors at Rowan University Nov. 17, serving up grain bowls, wraps, smoothies and more on campus.

Kearny honeygrow
Nov 10, 2025

honeygrow opens 10th Garden State location in North Jersey

The fast-casual brand started serving its signature made-to-order stir-fry, salads, honey-based desserts and kid-friendly menu options in Kearny Nov. 8.