Michael Gabriele, Author at Jersey Bites

86 POSTS 0 COMMENTS

Michael C. Gabriele is a freelance writer, historian and author of “The History of Diners in New Jersey,” published by The History Press.

Collage featuring some of the best diners in New Jersey, including iconic roadside landmarks, historic diner cars, and beloved local favorites from across the Garden State.

New Jersey’s Top 10 Diners: A Diner Historian’s Picks for 2026

Michael Gabriele - May 29, 2026

exterior shot of Park West Diner in Little Falls, NJ

Park West Diner in Little Falls, NJ: A Classic Jersey Diner...

Michael Gabriele - May 3, 2026

Exterior of Ridge Diner in Park Ridge New Jersey on Kinderkamack Road

Expanded Ridge Diner Reflects Jersey Diner Circuit Optimism

Michael Gabriele - April 9, 2026

Alps Diner Perseveres, Celebrates 5th Anniversary

Michael Gabriele - November 10, 2025

Now Open: Refurbished Roadside Diner Reclaims Its Place on the Jersey...

Michael Gabriele - July 20, 2025

The New Pike View Diner Beckons New Jersey Travelers

Michael Gabriele - June 1, 2025

Ongoing Challenges Threaten Beloved New Jersey Diners

Michael Gabriele - May 8, 2025

Amid the Jersey Diner Downturn, a Rebirth for The Roadside Diner...

Michael Gabriele - April 30, 2025

Paterson Welcomes a New Iteration of Mr. G’s Diner

Michael Gabriele - August 28, 2024

Mr. G’s Diner to Be Reborn in Paterson

Michael Gabriele - February 13, 2024

Pan Gregorian Enterprises: Moving NJ Diners Forward

Michael Gabriele - December 14, 2023

Pan Gregorians 2023, Pan Gregorian Charity Gala, Venetian Ballroom, Garfield, NJ, Jersey Bites, Michael Gabriele

Glorious Gala Benefits Pan Gregorian Charity

Michael Gabriele - November 13, 2023

12 3...8 Page 1 of 8

Latest Bites

The Claflin House: A Piece of Lakewood’s Gilded Age History

Deborah Smith, Executive Editor - August 3, 2026

Inside the Claflin House: The Historic Heart of Lakewood Country Club Still Welcoming Guests More Than a Century Later Long before Lakewood was known for...

interior shot of Blu Livingston's dining room

New Restaurant Openings July 2026: Craft beer, matcha, poke, and more.

July 20, 2026

Best Hot Dogs at the Jersey Shore | Expert Picks

July 14, 2026

A restaurant guest uses the twocents app on her smartphone to share private feedback about her dining experience.

New Jersey Startup Wants to Change How Customers Talk to Restaurants

July 6, 2026

crowd at the Asbury Beer Wine and Spirits fest

Asbury Park Summer Beer, Wine & Spirits Fest Returns June 27

June 18, 2026