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New Year, New Restaurant Offers $1 Oysters, Chill Dining In Nyack New Year, New Restaurant Offers $1 Oysters, Chill Dining In Nyack
New Year, New Restaurant Offers $1 Oysters, Chill Dining In Nyack If you are looking for a fresh and new place to chow down, enjoy friends and family, or relax and grab a bite and a cocktail in 2025, visiting a new Rockland County restaurant is a must. Nestled in the old Greekish spot in Nyack at 8 N Broadway, Little Dean's Oyster Bar is the brainchild of Chef Constantine Kalandranism, the former owner of The Greekish. Late last year, the chef decided it was time to try something vibrant and new and decided on the concept of small plates and cocktails. And fresh seafood.  On the menu, Kalandranis says, "Little Dean’s is taking the time to …
Delicious Year: These Restaurants Made Their Long Island Debut In 2024 Delicious Year: These Restaurants Made Their Long Island Debut In 2024
Delicious Year: These Restaurants Made Their Long Island Debut In 2024 Long Island’s dining scene sizzled in 2024 with a delicious mix of new openings, bringing fresh flavors and exciting experiences to foodies across the region. Here’s a look back at Daily Voice’s coverage of the restaurants that opened this year in Nassau and Suffolk counties: Yayoi Ramen In Carle Place Cited For 'Solid Lunch Specials' Yayoi Ramen – located in Carle Place at 19 Old Country Road – opened in late June 2024. Our lead: A new Long Island restaurant that invites diners to “experience the art of ramen” earned high praise weeks into business. Uno Mas Southampton Cited For 'Deligh…
New Sparkill Restaurant Offers Laid-Back Elegance With Unique Menu New Sparkill Restaurant Offers Laid-Back Elegance With Unique Menu
New Sparkill Restaurant Offers Laid-Back Elegance With Unique Menu A newly opened restaurant in Sparkill is already making waves with its blend of relaxed ambiance and elevated American cuisine. Rockland County's culinary scene just got a little brighter with the opening of The Stags Leap, a new restaurant on Main Street in Sparkill that promises a laid-back yet elegant dining experience. The restaurant is the brainchild of seasoned restaurateurs Oliver Cullen and Chef Padraig Connolly, both originally from Ireland. The duo brings years of experience working and owning restaurants in Rockland County and New York City. Sparkill’s vibrant food culture drew …
Inside Cheongsu: America's First Luxe Korean Dessert Cafe Lands In Fort Lee Inside Cheongsu: America's First Luxe Korean Dessert Cafe Lands In Fort Lee
Inside Cheongsu: America's First Luxe Korean Dessert Cafe Lands In Fort Lee A popular Korean entertainment design company is bringing a tranquil dessert cafe concept to America, and its first location will be in Bergen County. Cheongsu, the first of Seoul’s renowned Glow Seoul, is opening in Fort Lee on Dec. 16.  Cheongsu, founded by Glow Seoul, harmonizes Korean aesthetics, culinary mastery, and nature’s serenity into a modern café experience. Designed as a sanctuary for relaxation and reflection, Cheongsu offers guests a retreat from the chaos of everyday life. "Our mission with Cheongsu is to offer more than just a café experience—it’s an immersive retreat…
Popular Farm-To-Table Restaurant Going Strong In Brewster Popular Farm-To-Table Restaurant Going Strong In Brewster
Popular Farm-To-Table Restaurant Going Strong In Brewster A successful farm-to-table restaurant set on a county-owned Hudson Valley farm brought back from disrepair is still impressing patrons more than half a decade after opening.  Tilly's Table, located in the Putnam County village of Brewster on the Tilly Foster Farm at 100 Route 312, opened in June 2017 and is still going strong more than seven years later.  The restaurant opened a few years after the farm was purchased by Putnam County, which brought the property back to working conditions so tourists and community members could enjoy it.  Now, the eatery uses ingredients from…
New Restaurant Making Mark In First Year Of Business In Nyack New Restaurant Making Mark In First Year Of Business In Nyack
New Restaurant Making Mark In First Year Of Business In Nyack Open for just over a year, a new Hudson Valley restaurant is winning praise for food, music, and drinks from foodies and online reviewers. Located in Rockland County, the Nyack Social, at 125 Main St., in Nyack, serves lunch, brunch on weekends, and dinner, offering a host of selections that foodies say are top-notch. The menu offers a symphony of choices, from wings and burgers to more sophisticated options such as steaks, seafood, and chicken.  Foodie favorites are the seafood options, wings, burgers, and steaks. They are also known for their drinks and live music several times a w…
Popular Wyckoff Brunch Spot Expanding With New Location Popular Wyckoff Brunch Spot Expanding With New Location
Popular Wyckoff Brunch Spot Expanding With New Location A favorite among Bergen County foodies is expanding its reach with a brand-new location. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Willow & Whisk (@willow.and.whisk) Willow & Whisk, a Wyckoff-based eatery known for its stellar brunch menu, has announced it will open its second location in Millburn later this month. Since its debut over four years ago, Willow & Whisk has become a go-to spot for brunch enthusiasts, earning an impressive 4.5 stars on Yelp from more than 500 reviewers.  The new location, set to open at 35 Mai…
New Franklin Square Eatery Cited For 'Absolutely Delicious' Fare, 'Insane' Drinks New Franklin Square Eatery Cited For 'Absolutely Delicious' Fare, 'Insane' Drinks
New Franklin Square Eatery Cited For 'Absolutely Delicious' Fare, 'Insane' Drinks A new Long Island restaurant serving up innovative brunch dishes is hitting all the right marks just weeks into business. Franklin & Phoebe Brunchery – located in Franklin Square at 11 Franklin Avenue – held its grand opening on Monday, Oct. 7. The eatery’s menu boasts a number of delectable dishes to help break your fast, like stuffed French toast, whiskey barrel apple pancakes, eggs benedict, and raspberry fig baked brie. The Hungry Farmer Scramble Skillet. Instagram/franklin_and_phoebe_brunchery Diners can also choose from an array of yogurt bowls, omelettes, flatbreads, an…
Brunch Spot Among New Tenants Coming To Bergen Town Center In Paramus Brunch Spot Among New Tenants Coming To Bergen Town Center In Paramus
Brunch Spot Among New Tenants Coming To Bergen Town Center In Paramus A host of new tenants have landed or are arriving soon at the Bergen Town Center. Brunch spot First Watch, Bath & Body Works, Crumbl and Tacoria have signed a total of more than 12,000 square feet at the Paramus shopping center, Urban Edge Properties announced. Brownie Sundae Crumbl cookie. Crumbl Cookie Media Kit Bath & Body Works and Crumbl have already opened while First Watch and Tacoria aim to open in 2025. Bath & Body Works: (4,157 SQFT), home of America’s Favorite Fragrances®, is a global leader in personal care and home fragrance. Crumbl (2,138 SQFT) bri…
Coffee Shop With Middle Eastern Spin Coming Soon To West Hartford Coffee Shop With Middle Eastern Spin Coming Soon To West Hartford
Coffee Shop With Middle Eastern Spin Coming Soon To West Hartford The windows of Yemerica Coffee in Hartford County loudly proclaim it's coming soon. Though the owners have not given any definitive date of when that will be, several people have posted their excitement online about the prospect of having a Yemen coffee house close to home.  The coffee shop is located at 1000 Farmington Ave. in West Hartford. The cafe hasn't released its menu, but a Yelp page for the business says it will serve breakfast, brunch, coffee, and tea.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by القرية العربيه …
Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Opens Brand-New Stony Point Location Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Opens Brand-New Stony Point Location
Popular Hudson Valley Restaurant Opens Brand-New Stony Point Location Fans of the popular authentic Puerto Rican and Dominican cuisine Sazon Y Pilon Kitchen now have a second one in the Hudson Valley. The first Sazon is in Rockland County in New City and is well-known with foodies. Online reviewers give five-star reviews for their spicy, flavorful dishes that take diners to the islands. A new Sazon in Stony Point offers the same dishes and service (which reviewers say is excellent) at 32 S Liberty Drive. According to online reviewers, if you are unfamiliar with the cuisine, be adventurous and try something new. Some favorites include the Mofongo, or fri…
New Eatery Set In Train Car Off To Strong Start In Irvington New Eatery Set In Train Car Off To Strong Start In Irvington
New Eatery Set In Train Car Off To Strong Start In Irvington A new restaurant in Westchester set in a mid-20th century train car will soon hold an official grand opening ceremony to celebrate its promising beginning.  A ribbon cutting ceremony for Club Car Grille, located in Irvington-on-Hudson at 6 South Broadway (Route 9) will be thrown on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 5 p.m. by the Rivertowns Chamber of Commerce.  The ceremony will celebrate the new eatery, which originally opened on Thursday, May 16, and has already made its mark on patrons.  The restaurant is located inside a mid-1900s train car, and it has a comfortable dining room and…
Best Brunch Spots In North Jersey Best Brunch Spots In North Jersey
Best Brunch Spots In North Jersey There's something about the cooler fall weather that makes you want to linger in bed a little longer on a Sunday morning.  There's something about this time of year that makes banana pancakes, bacon, and mimosas go down so easy at 10 a.m. And there are plenty of places in North Jersey to indulge in that, but Daily Voice has compiled a list of the best brunch spots in the area, with a little help from our Instagram followers and user-generated online reviews. The spots on the list below were either recommended by Daily Voice readers or had 4+ stars and more than 300 reviews on Google. …
New Globally-Inspired Eatery Opens Inside Historic Building In Port Chester New Globally-Inspired Eatery Opens Inside Historic Building In Port Chester
New Globally-Inspired Eatery Opens Inside Historic Building In Port Chester Fans of dishes cooked in wood-fired ovens and enjoyers of aged meats may want to visit an all-new restaurant housed in an over 140-year-old building in Westchester.  1881 Kitchen Table, located in Port Chester at 112 North Main St., will hold its grand opening on Thursday, July 18, the owners announced.  Located in the village's downtown area, the restaurant, which is now open, was constructed inside a building dating back to 1881 that once housed a library, a gentleman's room, a speakeasy, and Siegels and Hart Schaffner Marx clothing stores.  The eatery's owners, …
20-Year-Old Reaching Dreams By Opening Upscale Brunch Spot In Central Jersey 20-Year-Old Reaching Dreams By Opening Upscale Brunch Spot In Central Jersey
20-Year-Old Reaching Dreams By Opening Upscale Brunch Spot In Central Jersey Tatum Menake's dream of owning a restaurant matched what she saw in Lincroft: a need for an upscale brunch spot. Menake said she's opening a breakfast and lunch restaurant called Tatum's Table. It'll be located in The Lincroft Grove shopping plaza at 650 Newman Springs Road.  Her first business will take over the former home of Restaurante Puerto Rico, which closed in March 2022. The Colts Neck woman said she was inspired by her family's three generations of experience in the food business.  Menake's brother runs Navy St. Cafe and she has worked with him in the tak…
Eatery Dubbed 'Absolute Sunshine' Opens New Spot On Long Island Eatery Dubbed 'Absolute Sunshine' Opens New Spot On Long Island
Eatery Dubbed 'Absolute Sunshine' Opens New Spot On Long Island A swanky restaurant known for its brunch has opened its fifth spot on Long Island – and has already received rave reviews. The newest spot of The Shed, located at 685 Merrick Avenue in Westbury, celebrated its grand opening on Wednesday, May 22, marking the restaurant’s fifth official spot. With over 40,000 followers on Instagram, The Shed offers up brunch, lunch, and dinner dishes that are as tasty as they are aesthetically pleasing – and the newest addition, which is located in the Selby luxury apartment building, seems to be no different. Melissa M, a Hempstead resident who visited T…
Mimosas? 6 Mass Eateries Among Best Brunch Spots In America, New Report Says Mimosas? 6 Mass Eateries Among Best Brunch Spots In America, New Report Says
Mimosas? 6 Mass Eateries Among Best Brunch Spots In America, New Report Says Whether you're looking to order cocktails or celebrate Mother's Day, an all-new report has named six Massachusetts restaurants as among the best in the country for ordering brunch.  According to OpenTable’s Top 100 Brunch Restaurants in America for 2024, six eateries in Essex and Suffolk counties are among the best brunch places in the US.  To determine this, the website took a look at more than 14 million diner reviews to narrow down the brunch spots most enjoyed by visitors.  The first eatery on the list, Brassica Kitchen, is located in Boston at 3710 Washington …
This Maryland Restaurant Was Named Among 100 Best For Brunch In America By Popular Website This Maryland Restaurant Was Named Among 100 Best For Brunch In America By Popular Website
This Maryland Restaurant Was Named Among 100 Best For Brunch In America By Popular Website A Maryland restaurant that boasts an acclaimed chef has been named among the 100 best for brunch in the United States. Monocacy Crossing opened on Urbana Pike in Frederick in 2000 and is widely known for its burgers, fish fillets, and pastas. But Open Table says it's one of the best when it comes to brunch. Monocacy Crossing offers an extensive brunch menu, with Chef Rich Regan, a graduate of both Towson University and Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY, in the kitchen. The menu is eclectic, comprised of steamed mussels with chardonnay, garlic and red pepper, crab dip, du…
New Long Island Eatery Offers 'Incredible, Extensive' Menu, Reviews Say New Long Island Eatery Offers 'Incredible, Extensive' Menu, Reviews Say
New Long Island Eatery Offers 'Incredible, Extensive' Menu, Reviews Say A new restaurant that boasts a unique twist on classic brunch favorites has received glowing reviews from customers near and far. Twisted Fork Brunch Company, located at 195 Bedford Avenue in Bellmore, opened its doors on Tuesday, Jan. 16 with a promise that its customers will have “a forkin’ good time.” According to reviews, it seems like those who’ve visited since opening have had exactly that. “Who doesn't like brunch?” said Seaford resident Rashid M. in a Yelp review of the restaurant. Rashid and his party shared the French toast fondue, which pairs bite-sized French toast bits wi…
That's Outrageous! Popular Stamford Diner Cited Among Eateries From Coast To Coast That's Outrageous! Popular Stamford Diner Cited Among Eateries From Coast To Coast
That's Outrageous! Popular Stamford Diner Cited Among Eateries From Coast To Coast If you love things over the top and fun, even when it comes to food, then a Connecticut diner that serves funky and yummy desserts, ice cream, waffles, and more is your kind of place. Fairfield County's the Elm Street Diner, located  in Stamford, is so fun it was named one of the 10 most outrageous places for desserts by Yelp. Located at 463 Elm St., the diner is a social media darling with foodies and Yelpers alike who are often seen snapping photos of their food to post online. Some favorite and perhaps the most popular is the WOW Waffle Tower which includes two large Belgian waffle…
Popular NJ Brunch Spot 'Toast' Unveils New Location Popular NJ Brunch Spot 'Toast' Unveils New Location
Popular NJ Brunch Spot 'Toast' Unveils New Location A popular and fast-growing brunch spot in New Jersey has opened another new location. Toast officially opened last week in Cranford at The Cranford Hotel on Walnut Street. The menu has something for everyone, including eggs galore, classic breakfast and lunch sandwiches, yogurt and grain bowls, pancakes and waffles, salads, and more. The eatery's flagship store opened in Montclair in May 2007, with the mantra "Peace, Love & Pancakes." Later came Red Bank and Asbury Park (click here for locations). Check out Toast in Cranford at 10 Walnut St. Come hungry.
'Bougie' New Coffee, Cocktail Shop In Capital Region Earning High Praise: 'What Are We, NYC?' 'Bougie' New Coffee, Cocktail Shop In Capital Region Earning High Praise: 'What Are We, NYC?'
'Bougie' New Coffee, Cocktail Shop In Capital Region Earning High Praise: 'What Are We, NYC?' A new, upscale restaurant in the region serving coffee, cocktails, and small plates is earning high praise just months into business. The Scene, located in Albany at 1671 Western Avenue, held its grand opening in late July 2023. Under the direction of owner Mariana Lia, the restaurant offers craft cocktails, specialty coffees, and all-day brunch options, including sandwiches, bagels, and oatmeal.  Among the popular choices, according to Yelp, is the Scenewich, made with a fried egg, brie, prosciutto, caramelized onion, honey mustard, and arugula on a croissant. View …
'The Perfect Brunch Spot': New Restaurant Serving Breakfast, Booze Opens On Long Island 'The Perfect Brunch Spot': New Restaurant Serving Breakfast, Booze Opens On Long Island
'The Perfect Brunch Spot': New Restaurant Serving Breakfast, Booze Opens On Long Island A restaurant specializing in breakfast and cocktails both classic and contemporary has opened on Long Island, delighting diners near and far. Over Easy, located at 46G Gerard Street in Huntington, celebrated its grand opening at the beginning of August 2023. Though dozens of brunch spots have popped up on the island, the new restaurant has already generated buzz and a reputation for its delicious – not to mention Instagrammable – food and drinks. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Over Easy (@overeasyhuntington) “I've been looki…
Eatery Known For Drawing Long Lines Opens New Eastern Mass Location Eatery Known For Drawing Long Lines Opens New Eastern Mass Location
Eatery Known For Drawing Long Lines Opens New Eastern Mass Location The newest location of a fan-favorite chain is bringing chic brunch dishes and baked goods to Middlesex County.  Tatte Bakery, a chain of bakeshops and brunch restaurants, opened a new location at 645 Massachusetts Avenue in Arlington on Wednesday, August 2, according to the eatery's website.  The bakery began in Boston 15 years ago and now serves up its delicious treats and meals at locations across Massachusetts and Washington, D.C.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tatte Bakery (@tattebakery) The eatery's menu has plenty of o…
'New Gem': Restaurant In Capital Region Cited For 'Perfect Portions,' 'On Point' Decor 'New Gem': Restaurant In Capital Region Cited For 'Perfect Portions,' 'On Point' Decor
'New Gem': Restaurant In Capital Region Cited For 'Perfect Portions,' 'On Point' Decor A new restaurant in the region serving up specialty coffees, craft cocktails, and an all-day brunch menu is garnering high praise weeks into business. Albany County eatery The Scene, located in Albany in the shadow of the Crossgates Mall at 1671 Western Avenue, held its grand opening in early July 2023. Under the direction of owner Mariana Lia, the restaurant aims to offer a unique and modern experience for diners, reads its website. “Whether you’re looking to grab a coffee in-between meetings, a 5 PM espresso martini with coworkers, or Sunday brunch with the girls, The Scene is truly the…
'Every Bite Was Delicious': New French-Style Cafe Opens In Harrison 'Every Bite Was Delicious': New French-Style Cafe Opens In Harrison
'Every Bite Was Delicious': New French-Style Cafe Opens In Harrison If you're looking for a cozy French-style cafe, an all-new location in Westchester has got you covered for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.  Cafe Deux, located in Harrison at 307 Halstead Ave., opened on Wednesday, March 22, and provides visitors with a French-American dining experience at all times of the day.  Menus are offered for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, in addition to an extensive drink menu with wine, beer, cocktails, and even kombucha available.  If that's not enough to pique interest, the eatery also serves "cupped desserts" with peanut butter, cookies and cream, …
Attend 'The White Lotus' Brunch At These Eastern Massachusetts Restaurants Attend 'The White Lotus' Brunch At These Eastern Massachusetts Restaurants
Attend 'The White Lotus' Brunch At These Eastern Massachusetts Restaurants Fans of an award-winning HBO Max series can enjoy food inspired by the show at a brunch series being held at several Eastern Massachusetts restaurants this spring.  The Caturano Restaurant Group is hosting "The White Lotus" Brunch in Sicily Series, inspired by the second season of the Emmy Award-winning show.  The series, being hosted at four restaurants this April and May, will feature a family-style brunch complete with cocktail hour, raw bar and passed appetizers.  The brunch's raw bar will feature an assortment of fresh oysters and other shellfishDPA Communications Brunch items inc…
Glen Rock Mom Puts Korean Spin On Brunch Glen Rock Mom Puts Korean Spin On Brunch
Glen Rock Mom Puts Korean Spin On Brunch A sweet treat with a unique twist has come to Glen Rock with the opening of a Korean and American fusion brunchery. Honey Day Cafe will provide a twist on the American classic breakfast, offering both Korean and American cuisine along with unique and fun beverages ranging from coffee to juices. Owner and hospitality veteran Linda Yoo is a Glen Rock resident with her husband Seung and their two children.  “We strive to introduce more people to Korean flavors and unique combinations they’ve never tried before,” says owner Linda Yoo. “There are familiar breakfast menu items as well. Our main …
All-Day Brunch: New CT Restaurant Serves Up Churro French Toast, Nutella Cappuccinos All-Day Brunch: New CT Restaurant Serves Up Churro French Toast, Nutella Cappuccinos
All-Day Brunch: New CT Restaurant Serves Up Churro French Toast, Nutella Cappuccinos A restaurant that offers brunch all day held the grand opening of its newest location in Connecticut. The Place 2 Be celebrated the grand opening of its New Haven restaurant on Tuesday, Dec. 20, representatives announced. The owners also operate locations in Hartford, West Hartford, and Springfield, Massachusetts. According to the eatery's online menu, guests can select from a wide variety of seasonal coffee drinks, such as Nutella Cappuccinos, Honey Lavender Lattes, and Iced Cereal Lattes, which can be made with various flavors. The menu also features breakfast sandwiches, wraps, burgers…
New Fairfield Restaurant Praised As 'Beautiful Addition' To Area New Fairfield Restaurant Praised As 'Beautiful Addition' To Area
New Fairfield Restaurant Praised As 'Beautiful Addition' To Area A restaurant group known for its flavorful dishes inspired by Australian cuisine has expanded to a new location in Fairfield County. Isla & Co. opened its Fairfield location earlier this summer. The restaurant chain also operates locations in New York City, and has shared plans to expand to new locations in Florida, Georgia, and Texas. According to the owners, Isla & Co. offers brunch and dinner dishes and specialty coffee that are inspired by Australian coastal towns. The Fairfield eatery, located at 11 Unquowa Road, has already made a strong impression on some customers. "New p…
New CT Eatery Stands Out For Tasty Offering, Lakeside View New CT Eatery Stands Out For Tasty Offering, Lakeside View
New CT Eatery Stands Out For Tasty Offering, Lakeside View Just in time for summer dining a new lakeside restaurant has thrown open its door and is off to a good start, according to online reviewers. Located in Middlesex County in East Hampton, the Lakeside Bar & Grill opened just six weeks is already racking up the five-star reviews for its food and ambiance. Besides a menu full of tasty items made with the freshest of local ingredients, the restaurant includes a dock for boaters who want to pop in for lunch or dinner and an outdoor patio with another in the construction stage. One Yelper, Jennifer B. put the opening of the Lakeside Bar &…