Dining

Three New Jersey restaurants were named to USA Today’s 2026 Restaurants of the Year list, placing local favorites in Denville, Metuchen, and Sea Bright among the best in the nation.
PopUp Bagels, the popular NYC-based bagel shop famous for its hot, crispy bagels and tear-and-dip style, is opening its first New Jersey location in Westfield later this year.
New Jersey’s ramen scene has exploded. From rich tonkotsu to inventive fusion bowls, here’s where to find the very best ramen across the Garden State in 2026.

Habit Burger & Grill is getting bigger in New Jersey. The California-based burger chain is lining up multiple new locations across the state, signaling confidence in New Jersey’s fast-casual dining

Gelotti has been an ice cream ritual for Paterson families for generations. Now run by Robert Sigona, the family-owned shop blends tradition, innovation, and community at its flagship location in
Al Basha Palestinian Restaurant has stood the test of time in Paterson, offering authentic Middle Eastern food, generous portions, and a welcoming, community-driven atmosphere.

A popular restaurant in Freehold was just named to a prestigious list. 618 made Yelp’s Top 100 U.S. Restaurants for 2026. The list, now in its 13th year, ranks restaurants

Pizza Hut says it plans to close 250 locations across the United States sometime in the first half of 2026. That’s about all that’s clear right now. No store list

Skip the packaged candy and go local. From century-old chocolate institutions to modern dessert cafés serving viral treats, these are the best chocolate and dessert shops across New Jersey.
Once a staple of New Jersey shopping malls, Bahama Breeze is officially exiting the Garden State. The chain’s final location in Cherry Hill will close on April 5 as parent