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Update: Here's Closer Look At New Drive-Thru Chick-fil-A In Yonkers Update: Here's Closer Look At New Drive-Thru Chick-fil-A In Yonkers
Update: Here's Closer Look At New Drive-Thru Chick-fil-A In Yonkers A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for Westchester's first full-service Chick-fil-A location, which will feature a drive-thru.  The ceremony for the fast-food eatery, located in Yonkers at 2205 Central Park Ave. (Route 100), was held on Wednesday, July 24, one day ahead of its official opening on Thursday, July 25.  Earlier Report - New Chick-fil-A In Yonkers Announces Opening Date: Here's When The restaurant, known for its chicken sandwiches, will boast a drive-thru that can hold around 80 vehicles without the need for them to back up on surrounding streets, …
Haven Hot Chicken Sets Date For Opening Of New Location In Town Of Fairfield: Here's When Haven Hot Chicken Sets Date For Opening Of New Location In Town Of Fairfield: Here's When
Haven Hot Chicken Sets Date For Opening Of New Location In Town Of Fairfield: Here's When Hot, Nashville-style style chicken is coming to a new location in Connecticut. The newest Haven Hot Chicken will open in the town of Fairfield on Saturday, Aug. 3, at 907 Post Road (Route 1). The 1,500-square-foot location will offer its signature menu of crispy, crunchy, juicy, spicy chicken and vegetarian options ranging from the country (not spicy) to Haven (extremely spicy). This includes their signature "THE Sandwich," other featured mains dishes, classic sides, and seasonal limited-time offerings, including this summer's salad, strawberry banana pudding, and a BBQ chicken sandwich.&nb…
Chicken Joint Owned By Shaq Opening In Bridgewater Chicken Joint Owned By Shaq Opening In Bridgewater
Chicken Joint Owned By Shaq Opening In Bridgewater Shaq is bringing his brand of chicken to Bridgewater. Big Chicken, which was founded by NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal, a Newark native, is opening in Bridgewater on Thursday, July 18 at the Village at Bridgewater Commons. To celebrate the grand opening, the first 34 fans in line will get free Big Chicken food and drinks for a year, up to $10 a week. Shaq famously wore #34 while dominating the NBA during his time with the Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat. “We’re so excited to welcome Shaquille O’Neal back home, in the tastiest possible said Troy Fischer, senior general …
Shaq's Big Chicken Takes First Big Step Into Mass. With Peabody Location Shaq's Big Chicken Takes First Big Step Into Mass. With Peabody Location
Shaq's Big Chicken Takes First Big Step Into Mass. With Peabody Location Shaquille O'Neal is considered one of the most dominant centers in NBA history. But now that the Hall of Famer no longer rules the boards, he's turned his attention to running boardrooms.  One of his successful businesses is Big Chicken, a chain of restaurants with franchises across the country. The latest will open in Peabody on Wednesday, July 10, at Northshore Mall. It's the first of many restaurants the chain hopes to open in the Bay State.  The first 36 customers in line at the 210 Andover St. location will win free drinks and chicken for a year. However, winners can onl…
McDonald's Resurrecting 'Everyone's Favorite Sandwich': Ketchup On What, When McDonald's Resurrecting 'Everyone's Favorite Sandwich': Ketchup On What, When
McDonald's Resurrecting 'Everyone's Favorite Sandwich': Ketchup On What, When Lettuce talk about the latest buzz in the fast-food world. McDonald’s is bringing back its Smoky BLT Quarter Pounder, first launched in 2022, for another limited run beginning Wednesday, July 10. Brazenly dubbed “everyone's favorite sandwich,” the burger features a “100 percent fresh” Quarter Pounder beef patty, two slices of American cheese, three half strips of applewood smoked bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, and a special, smoky BLT sauce all on a toasted sesame seed bun. “The smooth and creamy BLT sauce is seasoned to perfection with paprika, parsley and black pepper,” McDonald’s said in a …
Flavortown On The Boardwalk: Fieri Opens Atlantic City's Second 'Chicken Guy!' Restaurant Flavortown On The Boardwalk: Fieri Opens Atlantic City's Second 'Chicken Guy!' Restaurant
Flavortown On The Boardwalk: Fieri Opens Atlantic City's Second 'Chicken Guy!' Restaurant Celebrity chef Guy Fieri has opened a new restaurant in his years-long quest to make Atlantic City into "Flavortown." A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for the Chicken Guy! restaurant on the boardwalk at Resorts Casino Hotel on Tuesday, July 2. It's the second Chicken Guy! location in the city, joining the restaurant at Harrah's Resort Atlantic City. Chicken Guy! combines the talents of restauranteur Robert Earl and the "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" host. "Chicken Guy! features one-of-a-kind all-natural chicken tenders paired with a wide selection of deliciou…
New Wayback Burgers To Hold Grand Opening In Monroe New Wayback Burgers To Hold Grand Opening In Monroe
New Wayback Burgers To Hold Grand Opening In Monroe Do you feel like biting into a big burger and slurping down a hand-dipped milkshake?  Then head to Monroe, where a new Wayback Burgers will host its grand opening on Saturday, June 22, at 9:30 a.m. During the festivities, guests can enjoy a Buy One, Get One free classic burger in-restaurant. Entertainment will be on-site, and guests can also enter to win prizes, including Apple AirPods and a virtual reality headset. Wayback Burgers Known for their "cheesy burger," fries, tater tots, and hot dogs, the Monroe restaurant is owned by local Sonny Desai, who will present a $2,500 check to…
Wendy's Serving Up This Deal For Father's Day Weekend Wendy's Serving Up This Deal For Father's Day Weekend
Wendy's Serving Up This Deal For Father's Day Weekend Got a dad who loves bacon? Wendy's has you covered. Starting on Friday, June 14, and lasting through Sunday, June 16, national fast-food chain Wendy’s is offering up a buy-one-get-one Baconator deal for Father’s Day. The deal applies to all four types of Baconators — including the Baconator, Son of Baconator, Pretzel Baconator, and Breakfast Baconator — and is an in-app-only promotion, meaning customers will need to sign up for free, according to People Magazine. An original Baconator includes two beef patties (about a half-pound of beef total), American cheese, six pieces of Applewood …
Hey Stamford, Shake Shack Is Now Open Hey Stamford, Shake Shack Is Now Open
Hey Stamford, Shake Shack Is Now Open The long-awaited arrival of upscale fast-food chain Shake Shack has opened its latest location in Fairfield County. The restaurant opened its Stamford location on Thursday, May 23, at 64 High Ridge Road. The Stamford Shake Shack location will offer guests in-Shack dining and will be open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.  On opening day, the first wave of guests can expect to receive custom Shake Shack keychains.  The menu offers Shake Shack burgers, fries, chicken, shakes, and much more. Guests will be able to order directly "in-Shack" and via digital pre-ordering ahead for picku…
New Shake Shack Coming To Shopping Center In Westchester: Here's Where, When New Shake Shack Coming To Shopping Center In Westchester: Here's Where, When
New Shake Shack Coming To Shopping Center In Westchester: Here's Where, When Those who frequently crave burgers, fries, and milkshakes will want to look out for a new Shake Shack location set to open at a Westchester shopping center. A new Shake Shack restaurant will open at the Ridge Hill shopping center in Yonkers at the former P.F. Chang's space in 2025.  The 3,749-square-foot eatery will be the second Shake Shack to open its doors in the city and will serve a variety of burgers, chicken bites, handspun milkshakes, fries, lemonades, and more.  In addition to Shake Shack, other businesses set to open at Ridge Hill include:  Cantina, a Mexican, Ca…
McDonald's To Launch Value Meal Deal: Here's When It Starts McDonald's To Launch Value Meal Deal: Here's When It Starts
McDonald's To Launch Value Meal Deal: Here's When It Starts McDonald's plans to offer a $5 value meal to lure back dollar-conscious customers. The one-month promotion starts on Tuesday, June 25, according to CNBC, which first reported the news. It will include a McChicken or McDouble sandwich, four-piece chicken nuggets, fries, and a drink, the outlet reports. "We know how much it means to our customers when McDonald's offers meaningful value and communicates it through national advertising," McDonald's said in a statement to CNBC.  "That's been true since our very beginning and never more important than it is today." Click here to read …
Huge Crowds Turn Out To Opening Of First Raising Cane's Fast-Food Restaurant In Enfield Huge Crowds Turn Out To Opening Of First Raising Cane's Fast-Food Restaurant In Enfield
Huge Crowds Turn Out To Opening Of First Raising Cane's Fast-Food Restaurant In Enfield An early opening of a much-anticipated restaurant in Connecticut led to a miles-long line amid freezing temperatures and snow. Popular Fast-Food Chain Will Be Making CT Debut In 2024: Here's When, Where The first day of business in Hartford County for Raising Cane’s restaurant, locatedin the town of Enfield, was a fun affair with lines of excited customers waiting to be one of the first to sample one of the country's fast-food hotspots and the deal is, that they only sell chicken fingers and sides. A shot of the line of traffic waiting to visit the new Raising Cane's restaurant …
'McFlation': $7 Egg McMuffin At Fairfield McDonald's Sparks Outrage 'McFlation': $7 Egg McMuffin At Fairfield McDonald's Sparks Outrage
'McFlation': $7 Egg McMuffin At Fairfield McDonald's Sparks Outrage A pricey breakfast sandwich purchased at a Connecticut McDonald’s is sparking outrage on social media. The Fairfield County breakfast order, which was shared by Bespoke Investment Group on X, was placed on Saturday, Jan. 27 just off of I-95 in the town of Fairfield, according to the posted picture of the receipt. “What has the world come to??” the user asked, showing that the receipt included two Egg McMuffins, costing a total of $14.58 — or $7.29 each — and a bacon, egg, and cheese McGriddle for another $7.19. “Outrageous pricing,” Bespoke wrote. $7.29 for one McDonald’s Egg McMuf…
Popular Hot Chicken Eatery Chain To Open New Locations In Fairfield, Oxford Popular Hot Chicken Eatery Chain To Open New Locations In Fairfield, Oxford
Popular Hot Chicken Eatery Chain To Open New Locations In Fairfield, Oxford Fans of crispy hot fried chicken will want to look out for two upcoming restaurants that will soon be opening up in Connecticut.  Haven Hot Chicken, a franchise known for its Nashville Hot Chicken that already has several locations in the state, will be opening two new locations in Fairfield and the New Haven County town of Oxford in Spring 2024.  The new restaurants, once open, will serve the chain's signature menu of crispy fried chicken in addition to vegetarian options. All menu items range in spice from "Country," or not spicy, to "Haven," or extremely spicy.  Both…
Acclaimed Fort Lee Burger Joint Expands To Hackensack Acclaimed Fort Lee Burger Joint Expands To Hackensack
Acclaimed Fort Lee Burger Joint Expands To Hackensack Marty's is continuing to expand its North Jersey footprint. The burger joint announced on Instagram is opening this weekend on Main Street in Hackensack, joining its locations in Jersey City and Fort Lee. Provided by Marty's "Hackensack is already a city we love coming to and doing business in," Marty's owners tell Daily Voice.  "We are proud to join the Hackensack community as a local business. We are also very excited to get to know new local customers and provide them with delicious food." Last September, Marty's Fort Lee location was named the best cheeseburger in New Jers…
This Trumbull Eatery Has Best French Fries In State, Report Says: 'Hand Cut With Love, Care' This Trumbull Eatery Has Best French Fries In State, Report Says: 'Hand Cut With Love, Care'
This Trumbull Eatery Has Best French Fries In State, Report Says: 'Hand Cut With Love, Care' An eatery known for serving up plenty of delicious fried food is being recognized as having the best french fries in Connecticut, according to a new report.  Fairfield County's Fryborg, located in Trumbull at 10 Broadway, was named as having the best fries in the entire Nutmeg State, according to a report by lovefood.com. The eatery, which was started in 2011 when its owner Jon "finally decided to not suck at life," according to its website, specializes in hand-cut fries, burgers, sandwiches, and even donuts.  In its write-up of the establishment, lovefood called the eatery'…
Broomall McDonald's Workers Messed Up Jason Kelce's Order Amid Pandemonium, He Says Broomall McDonald's Workers Messed Up Jason Kelce's Order Amid Pandemonium, He Says
Broomall McDonald's Workers Messed Up Jason Kelce's Order Amid Pandemonium, He Says Two sausage egg and cheese McMuffins and a hot coffee. That's Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce's order every time he goes to McDonald's. Specifically, the McDonald's in Broomall. Well, last week, the employees — who Kelce says he adores — got his order wrong in the midst of a moment that went viral: When Kelce signed the Kelly green jersey of employee, and diehard fan, Danielle Bonham. "They messed order up in the pandemonium of the moment," Kelce said on Wednesday's episode of his podcast New Heights with his brother, Travis Kelce.  When Kelce pulled up to pickup window,…
Popeyes, Arby's Replace Former Supermarket In Phillipsburg, 'Huge Crowd' Expected Popeyes, Arby's Replace Former Supermarket In Phillipsburg, 'Huge Crowd' Expected
Popeyes, Arby's Replace Former Supermarket In Phillipsburg, 'Huge Crowd' Expected Fast food fans in Warren County have waited long enough. A Popeyes and an Arby's are opening at 680 Memorial Pkwy. in Phillipsburg, at the site of a former Ahart supermarket. The Popeyes will be hosting a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, Jan. 12 at 4 p.m. while the Arby's will be opening on Tuesday, Jan. 16. Zach Liptak, owner of Phillipsburg-based ZRL Real Estate and Construction oversaw the project, which began in June 2022 when the original supermarket was torn down. Construction began last August and Liptak said they got the okay to open at 10 a.m. Friday morning. "I cannot tell you …
Subway Opens New Global Dual-Headquarters In Shelton: 'Strategic Relocation' Subway Opens New Global Dual-Headquarters In Shelton: 'Strategic Relocation'
Subway Opens New Global Dual-Headquarters In Shelton: 'Strategic Relocation' Iconic sandwich seller Subway has opened a new global dual headquarters in Connecticut.  The new Fairfield County office space, located in the city of Shelton at 1 Corporate Dr., is located within 10 miles of the fast food company's former headquarters in Milford, the company announced on Monday, Oct. 23.  The new three-floor 90,000 square-foot space is meant to bring improvements for employees and advance the company's "multi-year transformation journey," Subway officials said. "Connecticut has been at the heart of Subway’s story for nearly 60 years," Chief Executive Office…
'We Specialize In Burgers, Shakes, Fries': Burger Joint Expands Into East Rutherford 'We Specialize In Burgers, Shakes, Fries': Burger Joint Expands Into East Rutherford
'We Specialize In Burgers, Shakes, Fries': Burger Joint Expands Into East Rutherford The hamburger restaurant people have grown to love in Passaic County is moving up to Bergen County. Burgerstrasse, which has been a hit with burger aficionados since it opened in Clifton, is opening a second location in East Rutherford at 130 Park Ave. Edwin Decena, who runs Burgerstrasse, said he feels East Rutherford is ready for a burger joint of its own. View this post on Instagram A post shared by BURGERSTRASSE (@burgerstrasse) "We offer old school American comfort," Decena said. "we're no frills, no gimmicks, no specialty orders. We s…
If You Love French Fries Wait 'Til You See New Arlington Takeout Spot If You Love French Fries Wait 'Til You See New Arlington Takeout Spot
If You Love French Fries Wait 'Til You See New Arlington Takeout Spot What started as dinner for his girlfriend has become the cornerstone of one man's fast-growing restaurant.  And the next stops for For Your Fries Only are in Arlington and Baltimore. The Arlington location has already opened with takeout options in Clarendon (click link above), while four Baltimore locations are coming soon with locations below: 7 S Eden St, Baltimore, MD 3901 Falls Rd, Baltimore, MD 5636 The Alameda, Baltimore, MD 2030 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD FYFO began as loaded fries for dinner with his girlfriend in his Cleveland, OH apartment in 2020.  View…
Shaq's Big Chicken Restaurant To Open Location At Peabody Mall Shaq's Big Chicken Restaurant To Open Location At Peabody Mall
Shaq's Big Chicken Restaurant To Open Location At Peabody Mall Shaquille O'Neal's fast-food chicken chain — aptly named Big Chicken — has signed a lease agreement for a space at Peabody's Northshore Mall, the mall's management company said.  The franchise hopes to open the location by Spring 2024. The restaurant will be located at 210 Andover Street on the mall's exterior near Legal Sea Foods.  This will be the first Big Chicken restaurant in Massachusetts, but the company has plans for several more.  The fast food chain signed an agreement with Paul Bains and Ryan Corcoran earlier this year to open six Big Chicken locations in the Bost…
Former Callahan's Owner Reveals New Westwood Eatery: 'My Chance To Start Over' Former Callahan's Owner Reveals New Westwood Eatery: 'My Chance To Start Over'
Former Callahan's Owner Reveals New Westwood Eatery: 'My Chance To Start Over' For hot dog fans in North Jersey, it's been a cruel summer. But after months of teasing, former Callahan's owner Dan DeMiglio has finally announced what his fans have been waiting for: 1950 Originals.  DeMiglio's brand-new business is replacing Jack's Café in Westwood.  “I’m so excited to start fresh with a brand new business — it’s like having a blank canvas," DeMiglio said in a statement. "This is my chance to start over and dream bigger. "But to me, it’s not always about the brand name. It’s about the people on your team, and our team is truly incredible." DeMiglio, who…
Boston Eatery Popular For Late-Night Food Closes, Reports Say Boston Eatery Popular For Late-Night Food Closes, Reports Say
Boston Eatery Popular For Late-Night Food Closes, Reports Say Fans of a beloved hamburger restaurant were saddened to see that one of its locations closed for good.  Tasty Burger, a modern fast-food chain founded by a group of chefs, closed its North Station location for good, according to Google and multiple social media reports. The location is no longer listed on the Tasty Burger website.  The burger joint is known for its classic burgers, sandwiches, and hot dogs, but it also offers some specialty options. Guests can enjoy traditional burgers, or try one decked out in mushrooms, truffle oil, and steak sauce, or a gorgonzola burger topped with blu…
Popular Bergen Wing Spot Replacing Lincoln Park Dunkin' Popular Bergen Wing Spot Replacing Lincoln Park Dunkin'
Popular Bergen Wing Spot Replacing Lincoln Park Dunkin' After nine years in Bergen County, Blue 42 is ready to spread its wings — literally. The Elmwood Park restaurant is opening as WINGMAN by Blue 42 in Morris County, taking over the former Dunkin’ on Main Street in Lincoln Park in November. 
The announcement came in a recent post on the restaurant's Facebook page. With the brand expansion comes a new focus on what customers at the Elmwood Park eatery have grown to know and love. “We’re known for our wings over here, so we’re gonna bring the wings there,” owner Georgio Biancamano, of Wayne, tells Daily Voice. “It’s going to be a very simp…
Chick-fil-A Reveals Opening Date For First Saratoga County Location Chick-fil-A Reveals Opening Date For First Saratoga County Location
Chick-fil-A Reveals Opening Date For First Saratoga County Location Chick-fil-A, the wildly popular chicken sandwich joint with thousands of locations across the United States, is gearing up to open its first stores in the region. The new restaurants, located in North Greenbush in Rensselaer County and Clifton Park in Saratoga County, will both open on Thursday, July 20, the company announced. Founded in the early 1960s, Chick-fil-A is best known for its original chicken sandwich, made with a lightly breaded chicken breast with two pickle chips between a toasted, buttery bun. The eatery serves up a half dozen chicken sandwich varieties, along with nuggets…
First Watch, Shake Shack Coming To Brick Commons First Watch, Shake Shack Coming To Brick Commons
First Watch, Shake Shack Coming To Brick Commons First Watch and Shake Shack have both signed leases at Brick Commons in Brick Township. A new site for the restaurants will be constructed adjacent to the main part of the property.  “Brick Commons is a highly trafficked destination with fantastic proximity to the Jersey Shore’s beach destinations,” said Justin Lustig, vice president of leasing for Urban Edge Properties.  First Watch is well-known in the daytime dining sector, winning numerous awards for its chef-driven menu of brunch favorites and seasonal specialties.  Shake Shack brings one of the country’s most popular…
McDonald's Reopening Location In Passaic McDonald's Reopening Location In Passaic
McDonald's Reopening Location In Passaic Just in time to celebrate Grimace's birthday! McDonald's reopened its location at 15-31 Central Ave. in Passaic  after an extensive renovation The restaurant will feature a digital outdoor menu board and a side-by-side drive thru lane.  The Passaic McDonald's is hosting a community day on Saturday, July 8 from noon to 3 p.m. with activities like face painting and the raffling of a TV and digital tablet.  The McDonald's is owned by Angela Adderley, who has been operating McDonald's for more than 20 years. Adderley also operates McDonald's in Paterson, Plainfield, Orange, Bran…
Frozen Custard And Burger Joint Opens 2nd NJ Spot Thanks To 4th Generation Toms River Resident Frozen Custard And Burger Joint Opens 2nd NJ Spot Thanks To 4th Generation Toms River Resident
Frozen Custard And Burger Joint Opens 2nd NJ Spot Thanks To 4th Generation Toms River Resident Get ready for all the frozen custard and steakburgers you could want. A fourth generation Toms River resident is bringing the second New Jersey location of Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers® to town. “Being a fourth generation Toms River resident, I’m thrilled to bring the Freddy’s experience to the folks I grew up with, the students who go to school with my children, and the families of the youth I have coached. It’s an incredibly special feeling, and I’m looking forward to seeing the community at our new Freddy’s location,” franchise owner Ed Abramson, said.  “We believe our com…
Sweetgreen To Feature Robot Chefs At Eastern Mass Locations In 5 Years: Report Sweetgreen To Feature Robot Chefs At Eastern Mass Locations In 5 Years: Report
Sweetgreen To Feature Robot Chefs At Eastern Mass Locations In 5 Years: Report A restaurant focused on bringing healthy, fast options to its customers may soon be employing robots to assemble its salads and bowls, reports say.  Sweetgreen, a California-headquartered restaurant chain with eateries in 19 states, plans to use robots to assemble meals at all of its locations within five years, as reported by Restaurant Business.  The brand opened its first restaurant powered by automation, called the sweetgreen Infinite Kitchen, in Naperville, Illinois on May 10, 2023, according to a press release.  The brand acquired Spyce, a Boston-based restaurant company powered by …
National Pizza Chain Closes Theatre District Location For Good National Pizza Chain Closes Theatre District Location For Good
National Pizza Chain Closes Theatre District Location For Good A national chain closed one of its six Massachusetts locations, sending fans of its lightning-fast pies to nearby stores. Blaze Pizza, a national pizza chain that offers customizable pizzas from an assembly line, closed its Theatre District location in Boston in late May, according to its website and a storefront sign one customer shared via Google reviews.  The pizzeria did not give an explanation for its closing, but a sign posted on the eatery's storefront pointed customers in the direction of its three nearby locations in Fenway, Cambridge, and Boston University. ✨180 second magi…