Restaurant Openings, Closings In Bergen County

For every restaurant that closed, at least one more popped up in Bergen County and some surrounding towns.

Lola's Tequila Haus is open in Carlstadt.
Photo Credit: *Lola's Tequila Haus*

Simply Stix in Hackensack is serving up Greek street food at the former location of King Falafel. Photo courtesy of Simply Stix.
Photo Credit: *Simply Stix*

Cousin Vinny's officially shuttered Sunday, Dec. 1.
Photo Credit: *Cecilia Levine*

Hudson Pot coming to Edgewater is owned by ShabuShabu and Sukiyaki, who have restaurants across Asia and the U.S. Photo courtesy of www.thepotusa.com.
Photo Credit: *Hudson Pot website/ ShabuShabu and Sukiyaki*

Simply Stix in Hackensack. Photo by Impressionsigns Instagram
Photo Credit: *Impressionsigns Instagram*

Lola's Tequila Haus in Carlstadt.
Photo Credit: *Lola's Tequila Haus*

Fried calamari from Lola's Tequila Haus
Photo Credit: *Lola's Tequila Haus*

Cecilia Levine

12/11/2019 11:30 a.m.

Here are is the latest restaurant rundown in the area.

Business tips can me emailed to clevine@dailyvoice.com. Scroll down for complete list.

CLOSINGS:

Cousin Vinny's, Wood-Ridge: As previously reported by Daily Voice, the Italian family-style restaurant closed after just five months in business. No word yet on what's replacing it.

Kirker's Inn, Hawthorne: The German bar has been an institution in town for more than 50 years. It was sold in April to a new owner but he died almost immediately following the transaction, former owner Ginger Phiefer said. Blackjack Mulligans, with locations in Garfield and Secaucus, will be moving in.

OPENINGS:

Hudson Pot, Edgewater: A new Japanese hot pot restaurant is replacing the high-end Orama restaurant. Inside will be a formal eatery with Umacha -- a candy, dessert and bubble tea shop -- located outside. Sixty staff members are needed ahead of the February 2020 opening. 595 River Road, Edgewater.

Lola's Tequila Haus, Carlstadt: This new bar and Mexican eatery is replacing Mr. G's on Paterson Plank Road. The owners reportedly own several other restaurants across New Jersey. Come for $2 tacos every Tuesday. Otherwise, sink into burritos, quesadillas, chips and guac, calamari, ceviche and so much more. 335 Paterson Plank Road, Carlstadt

Bonchon Chicken, Lodi: This Korean fried chicken joint is finally open in the same complex as Rita's and Muscle Maker Grill on Essex Street. 184 Essex St., Lodi

Simply Stix, Hackensack: Replacing King Falafel on Main Street, this eatery is serving up authentic Greek street food. Individual pork, chicken or beef skewers are only $3 each. Sandwiches are $6 and platters are $10. Salads, dips, fries and pies also available. 163 Main St., Hackensack

Halal Boyz, Hackensack: A new platters-type restaurant is moving into 336 Main St., BoozyBurbs reports. The storefront is in the process of being renovated. No word yet on an opening date.

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