Speakeasy, Restaurant Heading To Bergen County Speakeasy, Restaurant Heading To Bergen County
Speakeasy, Restaurant Heading To Bergen County Bergen County is getting a new restaurant and speakeasy. The Roosevelt will be moving into the space formerly home to  Taos Restaurant, on Paterson Avenue in East Rutherford, according to its Facebook page. The restaurant is designed to look just like a speakeasy, with brushed, gold chandeliers in the saloon, pendant lights, and deco wallpaper to reflect the style of the Prohibition Era. No word yet on an opening date. The Roosevelt, 356 Paterson Ave., East Rutherford.
Wildwood 'DooWop Drive-In' Hits Market At Nearly $1M Wildwood 'DooWop Drive-In' Hits Market At Nearly $1M
Wildwood 'DooWop Drive-In' Hits Market At Nearly $1M For a cool million dollars, you can own a drive-in restaurant in Wildwood. Actually, the restaurant — as well as the one-bedroom apartment upstairs — is listed at $995,000 on LoopNet. The DooWop drive-in restaurant is only two years old. It's known for its hearty breakfasts and lunch sandwiches. A current special includes Kings Hawaiian rolls and French Toast, with warm syrup and whipped butter. About 12 percent of the 3,390-square-foot space is leased at 6200 New Jersey Avenue in Wildwood Crest. It features a 1950s decor and theme.  It was once a bait and tackle shop and…
PA Man Burglarized 6 Morris County Businesses In 3 Months, Prosecutor Says PA Man Burglarized 6 Morris County Businesses In 3 Months, Prosecutor Says
PA Man Burglarized 6 Morris County Businesses In 3 Months, Prosecutor Says A Pennsylvania man is behind bars on allegations that he burglarized half a dozen Morris County businesses — including a retail and convenience store, restaurant, and three gas stations — over the course of three months, authorities announced. Kenneth K. Cook, 48, was charged with various counts of theft, burglary, criminal mischief, and conspiracy, Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll said in a release with local officials on Tuesday, June 7. Cook, of Allentown, is accused of smashing a glass door and stealing up to 80 cigarette packs from a store in Randolph on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021.…
BBQ Spot 'All The Smoke' Coming To Passaic County BBQ Spot 'All The Smoke' Coming To Passaic County
BBQ Spot 'All The Smoke' Coming To Passaic County A new barbecue spot has announced a Passaic County opening date. All the Smoke will open Sept. 3 in Clifton, the restaurant announced on Instagram. The menu boasts loads of smoked meats such as brisket, turkey, pulled pork, chicken, wings and more. Platters and sandwiches are also offered, as are sides such as mac 'n' cheese, baked beans, sweet potato casserole, coleslaw, potato salad and more. All the Smoke will open Sept. 3 at 64 1/2 Market St., in Clifton.
Harvest & Ale Now Open In Bergen County Harvest & Ale Now Open In Bergen County
Harvest & Ale Now Open In Bergen County A new restaurant and bar has opened its doors in Bergen County. Harvest & Ale, on Ramapo Valley Road in Oakland, bills itself as the area's newest farm-to-table restaurant. The menu boasts apps, sandwiches, bread bowls, greens and grains, skillets and mains, a kids menu, and dozens of cocktails and ales to choose from. The owners also manage Plank Pizza Company in Saddle Brook and Heights Bar & Grill in Hasbrouck Heights, BoozyBurbs reports. Harvest & Ale, 588 Ramapo Valley Road, Oakland
Philadelphia Phillies' Big Piece Is Smokin' Hot At New South Jersey Chicken Joint Philadelphia Phillies' Big Piece Is Smokin' Hot At New South Jersey Chicken Joint
Philadelphia Phillies' Big Piece Is Smokin' Hot At New South Jersey Chicken Joint Former Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Ryan Howard is best known for hitting home runs -- or striking out.  But now, the "Big Piece" is the new part-owner of a chicken joint in South Jersey. The Burlington County restaurant even adopted Howard's baseball nickname for one of its popular menu items: "The Big Piece Chicken Sandwich." Colbie’s Southern Kissed Chicken, a new restaurant in Mount Holly, New Jersey, opened on Monday. Howard, 41, is known for being the fastest player in baseball history to reach 100 home runs, and 200 home runs, topping Ralph Kiner. WPVI first reported t…
OpenTable Says These 22 Restaurants Define New Jersey Dining OpenTable Says These 22 Restaurants Define New Jersey Dining
OpenTable Says These 22 Restaurants Define New Jersey Dining Garden State dining comes in many different forms: from quaint and cozy diners to bustling bistros, the state’s culinary landscape truly has something for everyone. A total of 22 eateries made OpenTable’s new list of the “restaurants that define New Jersey dining.” Scroll down to view the full list, which is divided into sections for North, Central and South Jersey. North Jersey: The Saddle River Inn, Saddle River Hunan Taste, Denville/Montclair La Isla, Hoboken  Mesob, Montclair Felina, Ridgewood Forno’s of Spain, Newark Mehndi, Morristown Serenade, Chatham Jockey Hollow, Morristow…
Firefighters Injured Battling LongHorn Steakhouse Blaze In Morris County Firefighters Injured Battling LongHorn Steakhouse Blaze In Morris County
Firefighters Injured Battling LongHorn Steakhouse Blaze In Morris County A late-night three-alarm blaze ravaged a Morris County LongHorn Steakhouse and injured three firefighters, authorities said. The fire broke out at the Flanders location on International Drive South Tuesday around 12 a.m., according to Byram Township fire officials. The blaze completely ravaged the restaurant, which had to be demolished due to damages, the Mt. Olive Fire Marshal said. Three firefighters sustained minor injuries battling the all-night blaze, which remains under investigation, authorities said. Fire crews in Flanders and Budd Lake also assisted at the scene.
VIDEO: Murphy Family Harassed By Filming, Cursing Protestors During Restaurant Dinner VIDEO: Murphy Family Harassed By Filming, Cursing Protestors During Restaurant Dinner
Video: Murphy Family Harassed By Filming, Cursing Protestors During Restaurant Dinner New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy's family dinner at a restaurant was interrupted by a group of protestors who filmed as they cursed at him and his kids for not wearing face masks. The family of six, of Middlesex, was dining in Red Bank when they were approached by three cursing women. The governor addressed the 36-second incident Monday with compassion, and urged New Jerseyans to pray for those hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. "Oh my God, Murphy, you're such a d*ck," one woman can be heard saying from behind the camera. Murphy's kids quickly jumped to his defense. One of his sons asked the w…
PHOTOS: Fair Lawn Firefighters Douse Predawn Restaurant Blaze PHOTOS: Fair Lawn Firefighters Douse Predawn Restaurant Blaze
Photos: Fair Lawn Firefighters Douse Predawn Restaurant Blaze Firefighters quickly doused a predawn blaze that tore through a Fair Lawn Italian restaurant Tuesday. The two-alarm fire broke out on the ground floor and extended to the roof of Davia Restaurant shortly before 5 a.m. It was declared under control about 90 minutes later. A cause wasn't immediately determined and no injuries were reported. No injuries were reported.DAILY VOICE Mutual aid responders included firefighters from Glen Rock and Saddle Brook. Chef Paul Villani reopened the outdoor dining area in mid-June after coronavirus restrictions were eased. Davia had remained closed fo…
Top-Rated Jersey Shore Brunch Spots Make Mother's Day Happen At Home Top-Rated Jersey Shore Brunch Spots Make Mother's Day Happen At Home
Top-Rated Jersey Shore Brunch Spots Make Mother's Day Happen At Home Mother's Day won't be the same for many this year, with restaurants closed for dining during the COVID-19 pandemic. But several eateries in Ocean and Monmouth counties are happy to make it happen at home. These are the highest-rated area brunch spots, according to Yelp -- and they could all really use some support! C&G’s County Cafe, Bayville: With a perfect 5/5-star Yelp rating, C&G’s Country Cafe in Bayville tops our list. The quaint and simple eatery has a small-town atmosphere with a menu chock full of hearty brunch staples like fresh omelets, fruit-topped pancakes and …
Top-Rated Bergen County Brunch Spots Make Mother's Day Happen At Home Top-Rated Bergen County Brunch Spots Make Mother's Day Happen At Home
Top-Rated Bergen County Brunch Spots Make Mother's Day Happen At Home Mother's Day won't be the same for many this year, with restaurants closed for dining during the COVID-19 pandemic. But several Bergen County eateries are happy to make it happen at home. These are the highest-rated Bergen County brunch spots, according to Yelp -- and they could all really use some support! Juany’s Cafe & Grill, Fair Lawn: Juany’s in Fair Lawn is famous for its variety of brunch classics with Latin twists, like breakfast burritos and sandwiches, French toast, omelets, burgers and much more. The eatery earned 4.5/5-stars on Yelp and has also started to offer fam…