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TGI Friday's Suddenly Closes At Least 12 Restaurants TGI Friday's Suddenly Closes At Least 12 Restaurants
TGI Friday's Suddenly Closes At Least 12 Restaurants Casual dining chain TGI Fridays has closed at least a dozen of its restaurants in the last few weeks. Click here for a new, updated story: TGI Friday's Files For Bankruptcy Weeks After Sudden Closures Of At Least 12 Restaurants According to the company's website and other reports, the following locations are now listed as permanently closed: New York Middletown, 23 Crystal Run Crossing Poughkeepsie, 2594 South Road (Route 9) Clifton Park, 1 Southside Drive  Connecticut Enfield, Freshwater-Stateline Plaza, 130 Elm Street Pennsylvania Allentown,  395 S Ceda…
These NJ Stop & Shop Stores Are Among 32 Underperforming Locations Slated For Closure These NJ Stop & Shop Stores Are Among 32 Underperforming Locations Slated For Closure
These NJ Stop & Shop Stores Are Among 32 Underperforming Locations Slated For Closure Stop & Shop has released a list of the 32 underperforming stores by the end of the year. The grocery giant in March announced that it planned on closing a number of stores "in the interest of company longevity," as previously reported by Daily Voice. On Friday, July 12, Stop & Shop announced the locations of stores it expected to close on or before Nov. 2. Scroll down for the complete list. The 32 impacted store locations, which are anticipated to close on or before Nov. 2, 2024, include: New Jersey 1083 Inman Ave., Edison 1049 US Highway 1 South, Edison 4861 US Highway 9, Howel…
Guerriero Gelato Shutters Flagship North Jersey Location Guerriero Gelato Shutters Flagship North Jersey Location
Guerriero Gelato Shutters Flagship North Jersey Location Guerriero Gelato is continuing to downsize. A month after announcing the closure of its location in Morristown, the gelateria announced it will be closing its Montclair location in October after 10 years. "This is very emotional for us," the company wrote on social media. "This was the first shop we built out ourselves. We made friendships that will last a lifetime." The eatery said while the Montclair store remains popular, they cannot keep up with rising taxes, rent, cost of living, labor and food.  "We hope that we can all make progress against the ridiculous cost of living a…
Guerriero Gelato Shutters Morristown Location Guerriero Gelato Shutters Morristown Location
Guerriero Gelato Shutters Morristown Location Guerriero Gelato, the popular New Jersey gelato and cakes spot, is bidding ciao to Morristown. The Morristown location, which opened just last year on South Street, has shut its doors and is getting new ownership, the store announced on social media.  "Morristown, we had fun, we shared laughs, and memories," the store wrote on Instagram. "It was a disservice to you spreading ourselves so thin and we know the new owner has the time to manage and make sure you have the experience you deserve. Morristown you will always have our 💜." Customers expressed their sadness about the closure in …
Popular NJ Bakery Shutters After 50 Years In Business Popular NJ Bakery Shutters After 50 Years In Business
Popular NJ Bakery Shutters After 50 Years In Business A popular European bakery is closing its doors after nearly 50 years in business in New Jersey. Sipos Bakery, in Perth Amboy, announced on Facebook that its last day in business would be Sunday, June 4. "We are very thankful to all of our loyal customers for the continuous patronage and support over the decades. We have built wonderful relationships with all of you, both near and far, and we are sad to say goodbye," the shop wrote.  "Whether you were a daily customer, travelled from out of town during the holiday seasons to get traditional Hungarian baked goods, or ordered from our we…
Popular South Jersey Diner Closes After 58 Years Popular South Jersey Diner Closes After 58 Years
Popular South Jersey Diner Closes After 58 Years A popular diner in South Jersey has closed after 58 years in business. Last Sunday, April 30 was the last day of operations for the Cherry Hill Diner on Route 38. An employee made the announcement in a Facebook group: "Myself and the staff of Cherry hill diner would like to thank you all for your patronage over the years," she wrote. "Unfortunately, this Sunday, we close our doors forever. You have let us share your good times, sad times and everything in between. We will miss seeing you all. Thank you! The doors close Sunday afternoon at 5 pm." The Cherry Hill Planning Board earlier this…
North Jersey Wedding Venue 'The Manor' To Shutter After 66 Years North Jersey Wedding Venue 'The Manor' To Shutter After 66 Years
North Jersey Wedding Venue 'The Manor' To Shutter After 66 Years A North Jersey wedding venue will close its doors after 66 years in business come July. The Manor, in West Orange, announced it will be closing on July 6, 2023. "We are agonizingly aware that there is no 'good' time for this to happen and are doing our sincere best to responsibly and respectfully resolve each and every pending event thoughtfully," the Knowles family wrote on the venue's website, thanking clients for graciousness and understanding. "The scale of those whose lives we’ve touched is truly beyond our fathoming — and we have never ceased to be humbled by it. Through the pandemic…
Historic Bergen County Pizzeria Shutters Historic Bergen County Pizzeria Shutters
Historic Bergen County Pizzeria Shutters A popular Bergen County pizzeria is set to close after 25 years in business. Brooklyn's Pizzeria in Edgewater announced the closure on its website. The shop's flagship store opened in the early 1900s in Harlem, NY — its owner, Patsy Lancieri, among the first New Yorkers to use a coal-burning brick oven in the 1990s, the website reads. Years later, Lancieri's nephew, Pat Grimaldi, opened his pizzeria in Brooklyn. Later came the Hackensack location in 1993, where owner John Grimaldi met his wife, Julie. Brooklyn's opened in Edgewater in 1997, and then in Ridgewood in 2001. The Edgewater sho…
Everything 50% Off At Iconic Bergen County Costume Shop Going Out Of Business Everything 50% Off At Iconic Bergen County Costume Shop Going Out Of Business
Everything 50% Off At Iconic Bergen County Costume Shop Going Out Of Business A horror story right before Halloween: One of Bergen County's most popular costume shops is going out of business. But good news for shoppers in the market for a last minute costume: Everything at the Fun-Ghoul Costume Co., which opened 37 years ago is 50 percent off. Owner Cliff Witmyer tells NorthJersey.com that online shopping has hurt his Rutherford business. Witmyer opened the Park Avenue shop with his mom, Cis Witmyer, in 1987 as a full-service, specialty theatrical costume source. According to its website, Fun-Ghoul specialized in rare accessories, prosthetics and special …
Popular Bergen County Pizzeria To Shutter Popular Bergen County Pizzeria To Shutter
Popular Bergen County Pizzeria To Shutter A Bergen County pizzeria that became one of the most popular in the area in just three years of business is shutting its doors. Tavolino announced its last day in business will be Saturday, Sept. 3. Located at 435 Paterson Ave., in Wallington, Tavolino opened in 2019 and was featured in various news and food publications. . The owners say they are helming a new project, and will apparently be offering the "same great pizza in the very near future."
One Of Bergen County's Most Popular Ice Cream Shops Shutters One Of Bergen County's Most Popular Ice Cream Shops Shutters
One Of Bergen County's Most Popular Ice Cream Shops Shutters One of Bergen County's most beloved ice cream shops has closed after seven years in business. Ice Cream By Mike scooped its final dozen-or-so flavors on Sunday, Aug. 14. Owner Michael Elias, who moved his shop from Hackensack to Ridgewood, told NorthJersey.com he "just didn't have enough business." "A farewell to all of our friends and family that has supported us through the way," Elias wrote on Instagram. "...Thank you for the love and we hope to see you again sometime soon." "So sad to see you go but we know what’s next is bigger and better," one customer wrote. "Can’t wait to see what…
Popular Bergen County Golf Center Closing After 20 Years Popular Bergen County Golf Center Closing After 20 Years
Popular Bergen County Golf Center Closing After 20 Years A popular golf facility with a double-decker driving range will be closing in the fall after nearly 20 years of business in Bergen County. A sign was posted to the doors of Bogota Golf Center announcing the closing ahead of construction on new warehouse facilities approved earlier this year on the property. "While it is sad to be closing Bogota, the customer relationships we have enjoyed over the many years have been deeply rewarding," the sign reads. "Thank you for your support and patronage." Customers are urged to use their rang cards ahead of Sept. 30.
Car Barrels Through Hunterdon County Brewery Causing Major Damage, Long-Term Shutdown (PHOTOS) Car Barrels Through Hunterdon County Brewery Causing Major Damage, Long-Term Shutdown (PHOTOS)
Car Barrels Through Hunterdon County Brewery Causing Major Damage, Long-Term Shutdown (Photos) A car barreled through a Hunterdon County brewery and caused severe damage, shutting the business down until further notice, authorities said. The High Bridge Fire Department responded to the crash alongside several other volunteers at Highrail Brewing Company on Main Street during the afternoon on Friday, June 24, the department said. The squad confirmed a “major intrusion” into the three-story building, which had to be secured before the vehicle could be removed safely without causing additional damage. Dozens of volunteers used top-of-the-line rescue equipment to remove the vehicle whi…
Morris County Barber Shop Abruptly Closes After 20 Years Morris County Barber Shop Abruptly Closes After 20 Years
Morris County Barber Shop Abruptly Closes After 20 Years A Morris County barber shop abruptly closed its doors after 20 years as the owner announced that the building had been sold. Amy’s Barber Shop on North Main Street in Wharton made the announcement on its Facebook page Monday evening. “All good things must come to an end and 20 successful years in business is something anyone should be proud of,” owner Amy Cascelli writes. “I was made an offer from someone wanting to buy my building that I couldn’t refuse and with that being said, the front door to Amy’s Barbershop will forever be closed here in Wharton.” The shop had become known for offe…
'We Have Finally Been Knocked Down': North Jersey Gelato Shop Closes... For Now 'We Have Finally Been Knocked Down': North Jersey Gelato Shop Closes... For Now
'We Have Finally Been Knocked Down': North Jersey Gelato Shop Closes... For Now A popular North Jersey gelato shop is closing due to COVID-19. Guerriero Gelato in Montclair made the announcement Jan. 3 on Facebook. “We survived two years of COVID, power outages, flooding, Ida, and we kept getting up,” Guerriero Gelato said. “We finally have been knocked down." The shop is owned by award-winning Gelato master Mike Guerriero, who rebranded the "Gelati by Mike" franchise in 2019. “December was pure chaos, pulling the plug on Christmas with record orders for the holiday really hurt," the shop said. "The second one person tests negative, two more are back in quaran…
Will Popular Jersey Shore Ice Skating Rink Be Closing? Will Popular Jersey Shore Ice Skating Rink Be Closing?
Will Popular Jersey Shore Ice Skating Rink Be Closing? A popular ice skating rink on the Jersey Shore that's been open for nearly six decades earlier this month announced it would be closing by the end of July. But the Facebook post has since been removed, causing some confusion. The Asbury Park Press and Patch both reported that Brick's Ocean Ice Palace & Ocean Hockey Supply posted the following statement to Facebook on Tuesday: “After almost 60 years of Family Owned & Operated businesses, Ocean Ice Palace & Ocean Hockey Supply will be closing their doors at the end of this month.  We are extremely thankful to all the friends who …
‘Absolutely Speechless:’ Popular Morris County Deli Suddenly Shuts Doors ‘Absolutely Speechless:’ Popular Morris County Deli Suddenly Shuts Doors
‘Absolutely Speechless:’ Popular Morris County Deli Suddenly Shuts Doors A beloved Morris County deli suddenly shut its doors citing business and economic concerns. Ginette’s Deli on Old Wolfe Road in Budd Lake is closed until further notice, according to a Monday night post on its Facebook page. However, the long-standing staple is still filling catering and event needs through its on-call catering and picnic depot divisions, the post says. “Ginette and the deli staff wish to thank our loyal customers and look forward to serving you again soon!” the post says. Several longtime Ginette’s fans commented on the post to share their condolences: “I am absolutely …
Popular Morris County Sub Shop Suddenly Closes Doors Popular Morris County Sub Shop Suddenly Closes Doors
Popular Morris County Sub Shop Suddenly Closes Doors A popular sub chain suddenly closed the doors of its Morris County store, leaving just six Garden State locations. Firehouse Subs at the Columbia Turnpike in Florham Park has shut down for good, according to a sign posted to the front door over the weekend. “Thank you for your patronage. We are permanently closed,” the message says. The Florham Park eatery closed because the franchise owner decided to "explore other business ventures," a company representative told Daily Voice. "We are sorry for any inconvenience this has created for our guests and invite them to visit the Union location,…
Wayne Massage Parlor Ordered Shut For Repeated Violations (Not All COVID Related) Wayne Massage Parlor Ordered Shut For Repeated Violations (Not All COVID Related)
Wayne Massage Parlor Ordered Shut For Repeated Violations (Not All COVID Related) A Wayne massage parlor was ordered closed by township officials for repeated violations, records show. A health inspector visited Head 2 Toe Massage and Spa on Route 23 in March, when all non-essential businesses were ordered closed at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to paperwork released by NorthJersey.com. The inspector found a refrigerator full of food, and ordered the spa's new owner Lihua Ding, of Queens, NY, to close immediately, the outlet reports. In June, Ding paid the license fee and submitted paperwork for the facility. Ding paid for the license fee that month, but…
Sad Summer Ending: 96-Year-Old Stewart's Root-Beer Of Hazlet Closing Soon Sad Summer Ending: 96-Year-Old Stewart's Root-Beer Of Hazlet Closing Soon
Sad Summer Ending: 96-Year-Old Stewart's Root-Beer Of Hazlet Closing Soon First, some sad news: Stewart's Root-Beer of Hazlet is closing. The first Stewart's Root-Beer in America opened in 1924. Its current owner in Hazlet Township, Jeff DeBlasio, has been serving the Jersey Shore for 11 years. For nearly a century, the franchise served classic American fast food, with root-beer floats and hot dogs topping the menu. A newer, pretty popular 21st-Century favorite has been "vegan pizza," according to the Hazlet eatery's diehards. A glimmer of good news is that the popular Monmouth County joint at 274 Route 36 will be open a few more days.  Permanent clo…
Upscale Morristown Restaurant Blames Murphy For Closure Upscale Morristown Restaurant Blames Murphy For Closure
Upscale Morristown Restaurant Blames Murphy For Closure Market Taverne in Morristown has closed. The Mt. Kemble Avenue restaurant served its last meal Sunday, and blamed Gov. Phil Murphy.  "Loosing our business because of the blanket decision by our governor to take away indoor dining from all restaurants instead of simply suspending liquor license for those bars whose owners and patrons violated the safety protocols," Market Taverne said in an Instagram comment. "It’s a sad day 30 employees now unemployed and we lost our livelihood...local family independently owned business." One day before restaurants were set to open for indoor dining, Mu…
COVID-19: 5-Year-Old Among 80 New NJ Cases, Total Rises To 178 COVID-19: 5-Year-Old Among 80 New NJ Cases, Total Rises To 178
Covid-19: 5-Year-Old Among 80 New NJ Cases, Total Rises To 178 A 5-year-old was among New Jersey's 178 presumed positive cases of coronavirus, with 80 new ones as of Monday, state health officials said. Bergen County had by far the most, most in Teaneck where residents over the weekend were urged to self-quarantine. Officials did not say where the pediatric patient was from. An executive order mandated the shutdown of "worldly business" in Bergen County beginning 11 p.m. Tuesday. The news came just as Gov. Phil Murphy ordered all schools closed, and encouraged all NJ residents not to travel between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m. The news was delivered as a r…
Organico Ramsey To Shutter, Everything Half Off Organico Ramsey To Shutter, Everything Half Off
Organico Ramsey To Shutter, Everything Half Off Organico in Ramsey will be closing this weekend. The award-winning, all-organic cafe and market opened on Franklin Turnpike 17 years ago. Its last day in business will be Sunday, Jan. 5, owners announced on social media. "As we close this chapter, we reflect on the many wonderful years and would like to express our sincere gratitude to our customers who have become more like family to many of us," the market said.  "It has been a pleasure and an honor to serve this wonderful community for the past 17 years." Customers noted they will certainly miss the smoothies, coffee and soups --…
Cousin Vinny's In Wood-Ridge Shutters Cousin Vinny's In Wood-Ridge Shutters
Cousin Vinny's In Wood-Ridge Shutters Cousin Vinny's in Wood-Ridge has closed. The Italian restaurant opened last June, replacing Angeloni's Restaurant & Pizzeria on Valley Boulevard. Cousin Vinny's officially shuttered Sunday, Dec. 1. The 3,600-square-foot building is listed with Delaney Restaurant Realty and has an asking price of $1.25 million.
Hawthorne's R.D. Bender's To Close Hawthorne's R.D. Bender's To Close
Hawthorne's R.D. Bender's To Close R.D. Bender's in Hawthorne will close after more than 30 years in business. The Lafayette Avenue restaurant's last day will be June 30. "I'm proud to say that Hawthorne has been the most wonderful place to be a small business owner," owner Ron Bender said on a sign outside. Customers thanked Bender for the great food, drinks and memories.
Johnny Rockets Shutters Garden State Plaza Location Johnny Rockets Shutters Garden State Plaza Location
Johnny Rockets Shutters Garden State Plaza Location Johnny Rockets has closed its Garden State Plaza location. The 1950s diner-style restaurant had been in the mall for more than a decade (on the first floor near Starbucks) but is covered up with advertising. The eatery's closing is a sad day for many who hold memories sweet as the milkshakes. "Hasn't changed in years and I like it that way," Yelper Kellyanne F. from Saddle Brook said.  "It's probably one of the very few places at the plaza that I remember as a kid. Their milkshakes are always delicious and they are always affordable." "My husband and I used to take trips to the mall jus…
Candy Store Cancels Opening, Subway Closes In Maywood Candy Store Cancels Opening, Subway Closes In Maywood
Candy Store Cancels Opening, Subway Closes In Maywood Maywood will soon see two vacant storefronts on W. Pleasant Avenue. Kwoka Caramel has canceled its storefront opening several months after beginning construction, owners told Daily Voice. The company continues to sell homemade candies online. Subway saw its final days on the same block, and officially closed late last month.  No word yet on what will take the sandwich shop's place, or go into Kwoka's space.
Owner's Death Puts Petland Out Of Business Owner's Death Puts Petland Out Of Business
Owner's Death Puts Petland Out Of Business Petland Discounts will close its 10 New Jersey stores, costing nearly 300 workers their jobs, following the death of the company's owner and founder. Neil Padron, who was 74 when he succumbed to bladder cancer last month, launched the business in September 1965 in Queens, N.Y. -- originally as a tropical fish store. Petland Discounts at its peak had 118 locations across the tri-state area.  All existing locations are expected to close, including 10 in New Jersey: Westwood, Paterson, Jersey City, West New York, North Bergen, Bayonne, Elizabeth, Orange and Irvington. Petland filed…
CLOSED! Joe's Crab Shack Shuts After 6 Months In Bergen County CLOSED! Joe's Crab Shack Shuts After 6 Months In Bergen County
Closed! Joe's Crab Shack Shuts After 6 Months In Bergen County Joe's Crab Shack in Edgewater has shut its doors. The restaurant opened six months ago in the lighthouse-shaped building behind the Edgewater Commons shopping plaza along the Hudson River, not long after the chain was acquired by Landry’s, Inc., out of Houston. Only three Joe's Crab Shack locations remain in New Jersey: Clifton, Deptford and South Plainfield. The 10,676-square-foot facility -- formerly home to Mitchell's Fish Market and The Crab House -- is up for lease. 
No Tears! North Jersey Bakery Shuttering Shop Is Still Selling Sweets No Tears! North Jersey Bakery Shuttering Shop Is Still Selling Sweets
No Tears! North Jersey Bakery Shuttering Shop Is Still Selling Sweets Yani's Bake House might be closing its River Road store in Fair Lawn, but the beloved bakery will remain in business elsewhere. "Hey - no tears!" the business posted on Facebook. "We're still in business :)" In the meantime, the Yani's Bake House will be selling treats at several area cafes while searching for a new location. Owner Yanneris Genao called the closure a "bittersweet, mini-hiatus."  She will still be selling her scones, macarons and more at Shakin' in Jersey City and Union City, and Greenleaf's Eclectic Cafe. Her fluffy chocolate chip cookies hav…
Wyckoff's The Plum And The Pear Shuts Its Doors Wyckoff's The Plum And The Pear Shuts Its Doors
Wyckoff's The Plum And The Pear Shuts Its Doors The Plum and the Pear in Wyckoff has shut its doors. Owner George Kalivas said in a statement that running the American restaurant along with his Italian eatery Circolo in Waldwick became "impossible." He also said his wife and managing partner at Circolo has been ill and his brother, the manager at The Plum and the Pear, had been looking to retire. "Being a chef and restauranteur is my life’s work and aside from family, my greatest joy," Kalivas said.  "It has been with great pleasure to have been given the opportunity to serve and get to know each and every one …