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…
Owner Of New Lyndhurst Eatery 'Mr. Geez' Started At Meadowlands Sports Complex 40 Years Ago Owner Of New Lyndhurst Eatery 'Mr. Geez' Started At Meadowlands Sports Complex 40 Years Ago
Owner Of New Lyndhurst Eatery 'Mr. Geez' Started At Meadowlands Sports Complex 40 Years Ago Mr. Geez -- a family-run restaurant -- recently opened in Lyndhurst. The Schuyler Avenue joint was launched in the fall by Steve Goodman, also known as "Mr. G," who helms the operation with help from his wife, Debbie, and son, Michael. Everything is made from scratch at Mr. Geez, including breakfast platters (pancakes, omelets, waffles, French toast, muffins), paninis, soups, gourmet burgers, and more -- click here for the menu. With nearly four decades in the hospitality business, Goodman got his start at the Meadowlands Sports Complex, where he spent 15 years overseeing concessions, cat…
Sylvester Stallone Spotted At Morristown Cafe Sylvester Stallone Spotted At Morristown Cafe
Sylvester Stallone Spotted At Morristown Cafe Sylvester Stallone stopped by a Morristown cafe. The "Rocky" star, 73, dined on the patio at The Grand Cafe on Washington Street last Wednesday. "What a very nice man," Morristown.NJ wrote on Instagram  "We don't have the info on why he was stopping by... but it's pretty amazing that he did!" Locals said Stallone made a great choice for lunch. "He found the best restaurant in town!" Noreen Dangler-Flynn said. "Rocky has great taste," Colette Guerriero said. "Very fine restaurant 🍷"
Yard House Opening At Willowbrook Mall Yard House Opening At Willowbrook Mall
Yard House Opening At Willowbrook Mall Yard House -- a bar that touts itself as having the world's largest selection of draft beer -- is coming to the Willowbrook Mall in Wayne, BoozyBurbs reports. The bar and restaurant will be in a 10,000-square-foot space with more than 360 seats, tap rooms with 150+ varieties of beer and more.  The menu includes guac, fries, tacos, nachos, massive salads, chicken, steak, burgers and endless dessert options. No word on where the bar will be located or opening date.
Lodi's New Pizzeria Makes Grandma, Upside-Down Sicilian Pie Lodi's New Pizzeria Makes Grandma, Upside-Down Sicilian Pie
Lodi's New Pizzeria Makes Grandma, Upside-Down Sicilian Pie A new pizzeria has opened in Lodi. Johnny Napkins on Main Street might be most well-known for its Lil Grandma Pie.  The creation is a unique twist on an old-time favorite, blending together homemade fresh tomato sauce, pesto and mozzarella. All are cooked to perfection on a thinner than normal Sicilian style crust. Lil Grandma PieJohnny Napkins Its signature pie, though, is the Johnny’s Sottosopra -- an upside down Sicilian pizza where the cheese is cooked underneath.  Pizza not your thing? That's okay, Johnny Napkins -- with another location in Union -- has bountiful apps, fries, sou…