Restaurants

Adega Lounge in Newark
Jun 5, 2026

Newark, Jersey City time Restaurant Weeks with World Cup

Newark and Jersey City are timing Restaurant Week promotions with the 2026 FIFA World Cup to drive dining and tourism spending.

Urban Edge Properties announced that The Mango People Collective is bringing a new full-service restaurant concept to The Plaza at Woodbridge.
Apr 21, 2026

Indian restaurant to replace TGI Fridays in Woodbridge

Mango People Collective will open a full-service Indian restaurant and sports bar at the former TGI Fridays within The Plaza at Woodbridge.

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.

Potbelly Sandwich Works
Feb 5, 2026

Potbelly returns to New Jersey with 15-store plan

PBNJ LLC is bringing the franchise's toasted sandwiches back to the Garden State, with new locations in the works targeting Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Sussex counties.

The Bahama Breeze brand is known nationally for popularizing many Caribbean-inspired foods in the U.S.
Feb 3, 2026

Bahama Breeze to close last restaurant in NJ

The South Jersey location will shutter this spring, ending the chain's New Jersey presence as parent Darden Restaurants winds down the brand.

Applebee’s franchisee Doherty Enterprises Inc. has hosted an annual Toys for Tots campaign since 1998.
Nov 15, 2025

Doherty Applebee’s raise funds for Toys for Tots in NJ, NY

The drive aims to collect $250,000 for the organization to help children in need this holiday season.

GAC Hospitality is opening Bacarosa in the former Hudson Rose space in Nutley.
Aug 15, 2025

Restaurant & Foodie Week returns to Nutley in August

Nearly two dozen Nutley eateries will offer discounts, special menus and signature dishes during the event. Here's which.

Wayback Burgers
Aug 8, 2025

Wayback parent picks NJ for new co-branded pizza-burger debut

Hubspoke Brands will launch the dual-banner restaurant in Emerson, creating 35 new local jobs.

Wonder in Toms River
Aug 6, 2025

Wonder to add 6 more NJ food halls in latest expansion

The concept from billionaire entrepreneur Marc Lore will launch the newest locations as part of its strategy to hit 90 storefronts by the end of the year.

Founded in 1983, P.J. Whelihan’s is known for its lively atmosphere, state-of-the-art entertainment package, wide selection of beverages and chicken wings.
Jul 28, 2025

Haddon Township aims to be ‘Happy Hour Capital’ of South Jersey

The Camden County locale debuts its “Almost Friday” series, offering food and drink deals every Thursday to boost the local dining scene.

Wonder opened its Cresskill location Jan. 31 at 1 Union Ave.
May 23, 2025

Wonder plans 6 more NJ food hall openings this summer

Offering chef-driven menus and fast delivery, the business founded by Marc Lore has raised $1.5 billion and aims to launch 90 locations by year's end.

Ledgewood Commons in Roxbury Township. - PROVIDED BY CUSHMAN & WAKEFIELD
May 15, 2025

Tommy’s Tavern & Tap serves up 2nd Morris County location

The regional restaurant chain is opening a new area outpost – a 9,160-square-foot spot – with another due in Wayne.