Restaurant News

Wolfgang’s Steakhouse Comes to Somerville

On Wednesday, January 14, the internationally renowned Wolfgang’s Steakhouse hosted a VIP opening reception at its very first New Jersey location, in Somerville. Jersey...
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New Jersey Restaurant Openings & Closings

Here’s a handy list of some recent restaurant openings and closings around the Garden State. This list is not...

Coming Soon: The United Experience in Newark

Raise your hand if you enjoy dining at the airport? No takers? Not surprised. Not many would say they...

Give the Gift of a Great Meal

Want to give the gift of a great night out with friends or family? Consider supporting a Garden State restaurant and...

Talula’s in Asbury Park

Last month, I was lucky enough to get a sneak peek into Talula’s before the eatery opened its doors in Asbury...

Thanksgiving Around New Jersey

If you're considering a meal out this Thanksgiving, or looking for some catering ideas, check out these options all...

Houston’s in Hackensack

Delivering Consistency and Class There's something to be said for a restaurant that delivers excellent food, service and atmosphere consistently. Sure,...

Runa Peruvian Cuisine Opens in Red Bank

When a friend told me about a Peruvian restaurant opening up in Red Bank, I almost fell off my...

Villalobos in Montclair: Ready for Its Closeup

  Most parents tell their kids to stop playing so many video games, or perhaps to stop squabbling with their...

A Sneak Peek at Talula’s in Asbury Park

Walking around downtown Asbury Park is an amazing treat. On one of my daily walks when I strolled down...

Birravino Opens in Red Bank

Vic Rallo is at it again. In between shooting the second season of his hit television show Eat! Drink!...

Oyster and Steak Delights at Hamilton’s Grill Room

On October 3, 2014, for the first time in 26 years, Hamilton’s Grill Room in Lambertville unveiled an exciting, fresh...

Latest Bites

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

This reporter typically isn’t a fan of Top-10 lists regarding beloved New Jersey diners. I’ve carefully avoided such an exercise while exploring Jersey diners...