Let’s talk about The Office—and no, not the show, the restaurant. This New Jersey-based location is known for serving a blend of classic American comfort food with modern culinary twists. To keep things fresh and bring unique dining experiences, The Office has an initiative called the Road Trip Menu, and I got the chance to try it out.
Every quarter, Executive Chef Sean Carner, the corporate chef for 40North Restaurant Group, spotlights a different U.S. region. He features iconic dishes from that area, paired with a craft beer from the state. This quarter’s destination? Louisiana!
We all know that February is typically a big month for this spot, especially with the Super Bowl in the mix. To celebrate, the current Road Trip Menu is inspired by New Orleans.
With Chef Carner’s extensive background, having studied Culinary Arts at Johnson & Wales University and having 20+ years of experience, I was curious to see what this menu was all about.
Here’s how my own road trip went: First, I had to try the gumbo because what’s more New Orleans than that? It was full of flavor, hearty, and, best of all, not too spicy, which was a win for me because I’m not big on spicy.
Next up was my very first Po’ Boy, a Louisiana sandwich classic. The sandwich was packed with crispy breaded shrimp, fresh lettuce, tomato, and a mayo sauce that tied everything together perfectly.
Finally, I had the salmon and hands down, the crispiest salmon I’ve ever had.
For beer lovers, The Office’s taps offer a great selection of brews from local and national breweries. The cocktail menu is also pretty broad, and anything you’re craving is probably on the menu.
Jersey Bites got insight on the next region for its upcoming road trip, and it’s Texas. A major foodie state, Texas is known for its BBQ styles and Mexican influences. The next road trip menu will feature standout dishes like Texas Queso, a classic Sliced Brisket Sandwich, and more. The Texas edition kicks off on April 30th.
More and more restaurants are offering unique culinary experiences, and Jersey Bites is all for it!
Learn more about The Office Tavern Grill and find a location near you here.
