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Eli's Orange Restaurant To Close After 10 Years Due To Financial Issues Eli's Orange Restaurant To Close After 10 Years Due To Financial Issues
Eli's Orange Restaurant To Close After 10 Years Due To Financial Issues A Connecticut restaurant that has been a fave of many has announced it plans to close this week due to financial issues. New Haven County's Eli's Orange, located on Boston Post Road, has served American-style pub food and drinks for the past 10 years. The restaurant says it is "sad to announce we will be leaving this wonderful community." The restaurant, known for its wings, quesadillas, and craft cocktails, will celebrate its last day on Sunday, April 28, with customers from 3 to 6 p.m. with a special "thank you celebration." The restaurant said owners, managers, and employees will be pre…
'Gourmet-Like Food In Stylish Old Dining Room': New Norwalk Eatery Quickly Gaining Notice 'Gourmet-Like Food In Stylish Old Dining Room': New Norwalk Eatery Quickly Gaining Notice
'Gourmet-Like Food In Stylish Old Dining Room': New Norwalk Eatery Quickly Gaining Notice For those who like a little history and nostalgia along with their food, a new bar, and bistro tucked along a Fairfield County street offers both, along with an updated American menu that foodies and Yelpers say is approachable and includes everything from pasta to seafood and steaks. Located in Norwalk, the 1920 Bar & Bistro at 2 Wilton Ave., in the "Old Norwalk" section of the city, is named after the year the building was built, originally as the first electric generation plant in the city. According to the restaurant, it became a hat factory years later and then home to several rest…
Yonkers To Celebrate Annual Downtown Restaurant Week: These Eateries Participating Yonkers To Celebrate Annual Downtown Restaurant Week: These Eateries Participating
Yonkers To Celebrate Annual Downtown Restaurant Week: These Eateries Participating Foodies who are always on the lookout for new restaurants and dishes to try may want to take advantage of an upcoming annual downtown restaurant week to be held by a city in Westchester.  The 2024 Yonkers Downtown Restaurant Week, organized by the Yonkers Downtown/Waterfront Business Improvement District (YDWBID), will be held from Monday, Feb. 19 to Sunday, March 10, officials announced.  During the week-long event, the 15 participating restaurants will offer a $20 2-course Lunch; a $45 3-course Dinner; and a $55 3-course second dinner tier for either dine-in or takeout.&nbs…
‘I Would Die Without This Place’: Tewksbury Deli Closing After 40 Years In Business ‘I Would Die Without This Place’: Tewksbury Deli Closing After 40 Years In Business
‘I Would Die Without This Place’: Tewksbury Deli Closing After 40 Years In Business A Tewksbury deli that opened its doors nearly 40 years ago will soon be closing for good. Deli King, located at 885 Main St., will be serving its customers Greek and American cuisine for the last time on Tuesday, Jan. 30, WCVB first reported. Brother-in-laws Dimitrios Gomatos and Arthur Agganis first opened the cafeteria-style restaurant in Tewksbury in 1989. Related: Beloved Stoughton Pizzeria To Close After 68 Years; 'The Time Has Come,' Owner Says "Thirty-five years in Tewksbury and five years in Boston, Allston area," Agganis told the news station. Deli King serves classic diner…
Montclair Restaurant Duo Maddox + Masuko Close: 'Run Very Poorly' Montclair Restaurant Duo Maddox + Masuko Close: 'Run Very Poorly'
Montclair Restaurant Duo Maddox + Masuko Close: 'Run Very Poorly' After only nine months, two restaurants in Montclair have shut their doors. The Maddox and Musoko, two restaurants that shared a space at 193 Glenridge Ave., announced both restaurants have shuttered as of New Year's Day. The Maddox specialized in American cuisine while the Musoko was a pan-Asian sushi bar. The restaurants opened last April. On the restaurant's Instagram page, patrons expressed shock at the sudden closure. "This was a great local spot," said one commenter. "Omg no," exclaimed another user. I had an amazing time here and the food and ambiance was amazing!!! Other commente…
New Baltimore Restaurant Inspired By Late Sister, Grandmother Makes NY Times 'Best In America' New Baltimore Restaurant Inspired By Late Sister, Grandmother Makes NY Times 'Best In America'
New Baltimore Restaurant Inspired By Late Sister, Grandmother Makes NY Times 'Best In America' The "New York Times" has compiled a list of 50 best restaurants in America. One of those is based in Baltimore.  Little Donna's, inspired by Chef Robbie Tutlewski's grandmother "Little Donna," who he grew up cooking with, and his sister, Jill, is the only restaurant representing Maryland on the NYT list. "Little Donna’s encapsulates the feeling of coming home." Nikita Richardson writes. "Though the restaurant is inspired by the tavern-style pizzas popularized in Chicago, where the chef Robbie Tutlewski attended culinary school, the most appealing dishes are those inspired by his Yugos…
'Gioia Mia': North Jersey Restaurant Honors Late Grandmother 'Gioia Mia': North Jersey Restaurant Honors Late Grandmother
'Gioia Mia': North Jersey Restaurant Honors Late Grandmother It's out with Fascino and in with Gioia Mia.  Gioia Mia, which translates to "My Joy" has taken over the spot formerly held by Fascino, at 331 Bloomfield Ave. in Montclair. The restaurant is now run by Mary Cumella, who was general manager of Fascino, with Logan Ramirez, who was chef de cusine at Fascino, serving as an executive chef. Cumella said she had planned to open Gioia Mia at another location but plans fell through. She initially ran Gioia Mia as a pop-up concept at Fascino's and received "incredible" feedback. "The guests loved it," Cumella said. "They said it was the best meal t…
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Travel Guide Names Three NJ Attractions as Top Summer Attractions Travel Guide Names Three NJ Attractions as Top Summer Attractions
Travel Guide Names Three NJ Attractions as Top Summer Attractions Let’s face facts; the state of New Jersey is best known as a hotbed for offline casino gambling, while it has also become a leader in North America’s iGaming market (offering both online casino gameplay and remote betting to punters). The iGaming market is definitely booming in NJ, and you can read more about this topic here while also appraising the best US online casinos in the state and further afield. In terms of offline gambling, it’s interesting to note that no Atlantic City casino made into the top 150 things to do in the US this summer, at least according to the online travel guide…
'America's Best Restaurants' To Feature Popular Rensselaer Eatery 'America's Best Restaurants' To Feature Popular Rensselaer Eatery
'America's Best Restaurants' To Feature Popular Rensselaer Eatery A popular restaurant in the region known for its elevated take on traditional American cuisine is about to get some major street cred. Rensselaer County’s Illusive Restaurant and Bar, located in Rensselaer at 3 Ferry Street, is set to be featured on “America’s Best Restaurants,” a media company that spotlights independently-owned restaurants across the country. “We’re one of America’s Best Restaurants! But don’t take our word for it – the experts say so too!” Joseph Ventrice, Illusive’s owner and chef, wrote on Facebook. “We're humbled by this amazing opportunity and would like to thank …
New Eatery Opens In Yonkers: 'Already Everybody's House' New Eatery Opens In Yonkers: 'Already Everybody's House'
New Eatery Opens In Yonkers: 'Already Everybody's House' An all-new eatery opened by two owners with deep roots in their community is now serving up tasty cuisine from a variety of cultures in Westchester.  Francis Deli & Grill, located in Yonkers at 295 South Broadway, celebrated its opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, May 31 that featured appearances from Yonkers city officials such as Mayor Mike Spano.  The new eatery is owned by Francis and Lily Ramirez, who have been involved in opening restaurants in South Yonkers for over 20 years.  The business is primarily a deli and grill but also serves a combi…
Philly Sports Bar's Burger Tops List Of America's Best Philly Sports Bar's Burger Tops List Of America's Best
Philly Sports Bar's Burger Tops List Of America's Best The best burger in the United States might be right here in Philadelphia, according to foodie magazine "Tasting Table." The publication recently ranked the very best hamburgers in America, and Philly-based sports bar chain Chickie's and Pete's earned a spot among the chosen few — specifically, their BBQ burger.  Chickie's and Pete's BBQ burgerChickie's and Pete's Served with a slice of American cheese on the bar's signature brioche bun, this burger is topped with crispy bacon and fried onions and is "absolutely loaded with barbecue sauce," says Tasting Table.  A classic medley of ingre…
Holy Aioli! One Of America's Best Burgers Sold At This Montgomery County Eatery Holy Aioli! One Of America's Best Burgers Sold At This Montgomery County Eatery
Holy Aioli! One Of America's Best Burgers Sold At This Montgomery County Eatery A “holy” experience at a popular burger joint with locations across the DMV region has earned an area eatery the distinction of serving as one of the best burgers in America. The Holy Aioli burger from Dog Haus Biergarten, made the cut for popular food and drink website Tasting Table, which ranked the dish among the most delicious in the nation, sitting right alongside other heavy hitters across the country.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dog Haus (@doghausdogs) The website highlighted the burger’s thin patty, which is served …
Celebrity Chef's New Restaurant In White Plains Is 'Wonderful Experience,' Visitors Say Celebrity Chef's New Restaurant In White Plains Is 'Wonderful Experience,' Visitors Say
Celebrity Chef's New Restaurant In White Plains Is 'Wonderful Experience,' Visitors Say Well-known celebrity chef David Burke has opened a new restaurant in Westchester, and it's already a hit among hungry visitors.  Burke, known for his award-winning eateries and stints on the popular show "Top Chef," opened Red Horse by David Burke in White Plains inside the Opus Westchester in White Plains at 221 Main St. (Route 119) in late March.  Earlier Report - Celebrity Chef To Open Restaurant In White Plains The restaurant, which is both a steakhouse and a sushi bar, mixes American and Japanese cuisine and also serves up cocktails, wine, and a collection of delectable desserts.  …
Jimmy Fallon Spotted At Glen Cove Diner Jimmy Fallon Spotted At Glen Cove Diner
Jimmy Fallon Spotted At Glen Cove Diner Funnyman Jimmy Fallon was spotted at a popular Long Island restaurant. The Tonight Show host and SNL alum stopped by Glen Cove Diner in Glen Cove for dinner on Thursday, Jan. 26, the restaurant announced on Facebook. “It was an honor to serve Jimmy Fallon here at Glen Cove Diner tonight!” reads the post. “Hope you visit us again soon!” Accompanying the post is a picture of Fallon, age 48, smiling with restaurant employees. It was an honor to serve Jimmy Fallon here at Glen Cove Diner tonight! Hope you visit us again soon! Who can guess what... Posted by Glen Cove Diner and Cafe on Th…
Glen Rock Mom Puts Korean Spin On Brunch Glen Rock Mom Puts Korean Spin On Brunch
Glen Rock Mom Puts Korean Spin On Brunch A sweet treat with a unique twist has come to Glen Rock with the opening of a Korean and American fusion brunchery. Honey Day Cafe will provide a twist on the American classic breakfast, offering both Korean and American cuisine along with unique and fun beverages ranging from coffee to juices. Owner and hospitality veteran Linda Yoo is a Glen Rock resident with her husband Seung and their two children.  “We strive to introduce more people to Korean flavors and unique combinations they’ve never tried before,” says owner Linda Yoo. “There are familiar breakfast menu items as well. Our main …
‘Not Done Lightly’: Popular Lynbrook Restaurant Changing Hands After 15 Years ‘Not Done Lightly’: Popular Lynbrook Restaurant Changing Hands After 15 Years
‘Not Done Lightly’: Popular Lynbrook Restaurant Changing Hands After 15 Years This story has been updated. A popular Long Island restaurant known for its casual American cuisine is changing hands after 15 years in business. McQuades Neighborhood Grill, located in Lynbrook at 275 Merrick Road, has been sold to new owners, restaurant owner Jim McQuade revealed in a Facebook post Monday, Jan. 2.  “The decision to sell after 15 years of serving you, getting to know you and making you part of our McQuade's family was not done lightly,” he said. “Our family business has been going steadily for many years and has been a wonderful experience for us. Lynbrook and the surro…
Detroit Style Pie 'Built Like Offensive Lineman' At Bloomfield Pizzeria Reviewed By Portnoy Detroit Style Pie 'Built Like Offensive Lineman' At Bloomfield Pizzeria Reviewed By Portnoy
Detroit Style Pie 'Built Like Offensive Lineman' At Bloomfield Pizzeria Reviewed By Portnoy A good Detroit-style pizza should be built like an offensive lineman: Thick, beefy, light on its feet, according to Barstool Sports CEO Dave Portnoy. And that's exactly what he got from Blue Steel Pizza Co. in Bloomfield. While Portnoy won't ever rank the chewy, rectangular pies higher than 8/10, he came pretty darn close during the One Bite review: 7.8. On the One Bite app, Blue Steel scored an 8.1. Blue Steel Pizza Co. is an American restaurant that opened in 2020 on Glenwood Avenue, and specializes in Detroit-style pies. It also has a family style menu, cocktails and an extensive l…
New Ranking Reveals Top 50 Restaurants Nationwide New Ranking Reveals Top 50 Restaurants Nationwide
New Ranking Reveals Top 50 Restaurants Nationwide Fifty restaurants nationwide have been selected by The New York Times as "restaurants we love most in 2022." The selections include eateries from Portland, Maine to Eastsound in Washington State, and include restaurants in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Oklahoma, among other states, including two in Nashville, Tennessee, and two in Coral Gables, Florida. The list was published on Tuesday, Sept. 19. Connecticut didn't make the cut, but neighboring New York State had six restaurants selected, with five of them in New York City: Bonnies: Cited for making Cantonese cuisine "seem new a…
Martha Stewart To Open Restaurant 'The Bedford' This Spring Martha Stewart To Open Restaurant 'The Bedford' This Spring
Martha Stewart To Open Restaurant 'The Bedford' This Spring Martha Stewart will soon open a restaurant that pays homage to the New York town where she has been a longtime resident. The exact opening date of “The Bedford,” has not yet been announced, but the restaurant, which will be in Las Vegas, is scheduled to open in the spring of 2022, according to Paris Las Vegas. The eatery was designed by Stewart and takes inspiration from her country farmhouse in the hamlet of Katonah, located in the town of Bedford in Northern Westchester County. It will have 194 seats and serve seasonally-inspired American cuisine. "It's a charming restaurant," Stewart t…
Brand-New Suffolk County Restaurant Blends American, French Cuisine Brand-New Suffolk County Restaurant Blends American, French Cuisine
Brand-New Suffolk County Restaurant Blends American, French Cuisine A brand-new Long Island restaurant is offering a menu that blends American and French cuisine.  Réserve Restaurant held its official grand opening on Friday, Feb. 18, and Saturday, Feb. 19. Located at 326 West Jericho Turnpike in Huntington, the restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes, including brie and fig pizza, New York strip steak, and chaleureux gnocchi, which is made with lobster. Find the full menu here. The eatery also offers brunch on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., serving meals such as avocado toast, quiche lorraine, and eggs benedict made with smoked salmon. Online r…
Restaurant Offers Area Residents A Place To 'Get Their Grub On' At New Location Restaurant Offers Area Residents A Place To 'Get Their Grub On' At New Location
Restaurant Offers Area Residents A Place To 'Get Their Grub On' At New Location A popular Hudson Valley restaurant that specializes in Asian fusion cuisine has a brand-new location. Rockland County's Grub By Waree moved to its new location in West Nyack. The restaurant is now located at 719 West Nyack Road.  Hi Friends, in order for us - the Grub team to get everything ready at our new location, we’d like to close for a few... Posted by Grub By Waree on Wednesday, September 15, 2021 The restaurant's previous location closed on Thursday, Sept. 16, as the owners prepared to open the new space.  The owners said the menu is influenced by Thai, Malaysian, Indonesian, …
It's Opening Day For New Restaurant In Hudson Valley It's Opening Day For New Restaurant In Hudson Valley
It's Opening Day For New Restaurant In Hudson Valley A new restaurant is set to throw open its doors in the Hudson Valley. The International Buffet & Grill, in Dutchess County, opens on Tuesday, Dec. 7, at 2355 South Road in the town of Poughkeepsie, taking the place of a Golden Corral that shuttered during the COVID-19 pandemic. Not a lot is known about the new restaurant except it serves a variety of international food including American, Mexican, Italian, and Dominican, the restaurant said on Facebook. Some choices on the buffet will include pizza, chicken rotisserie, desserts, and a chocolate fountain. The restaurant…
Popular Northern Westchester Eatery Has Become Go-To Spot For 'Fresh, Juicy' Burgers Popular Northern Westchester Eatery Has Become Go-To Spot For 'Fresh, Juicy' Burgers
Popular Northern Westchester Eatery Has Become Go-To Spot For 'Fresh, Juicy' Burgers A well-known restaurant in Northern Westchester has seen praise for its fresh ingredients and signature burgers. Pow Burger Yorktown Heights is located at 96 Triangle Center. The owners also operate a location in New Rochelle.  The restaurant's menu includes the signature "Pow Burger," made with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles and homemade aioli. Guests can also choose from a number of patties, including hamburger, turkey burger, veggie and more, and build their own burger. Online reviewers have praised the restaurant's menu offerings, along with t…
NJ Burger Named Among 25 Best In America NJ Burger Named Among 25 Best In America
NJ Burger Named Among 25 Best In America In a new Yelp list of the top burgers in the U.S., one Garden State eatery ranked among the best. In early celebration of National Burger Day on May 28, the restaurant review site determined the top 25 burger spots by comparing review numbers and overall ratings. View this post on Instagram A post shared by jFj (@reservationfor0ne) Boasting a five-star rating, The Colonial Grill — a Morristown staple — came in at number 23. Located on West Park Place, the family owned and operated food truck is known for serving some of the most eccentric,…
Still 'Hip' After All These Years: Northampton Restaurant Nearing 50 And Going Strong Still 'Hip' After All These Years: Northampton Restaurant Nearing 50 And Going Strong
Still 'Hip' After All These Years: Northampton Restaurant Nearing 50 And Going Strong Not many Northampton restaurants can say they were part of the funky city before it was cool. But as they come up on 50 years in the business, Fitzwilly’s Restaurant can claim a hand in its renaissance. Opened in 1974, Fitzwilly’s on Main Street near the Truck-Eating Bridge, serves updated-takes on classic American dishes for lunch and dinner. The restaurant was part of the vanguard in Northampton's 1980s transformation from a depressed suburb to the thriving art, dining, and entertainment destination that it is today.  During COVID-19, Fitzwilly’s is opening daily for indoor dining …
Fresh Menu, Unique Drinks Praised At Berkshires' Gastropub Fresh Menu, Unique Drinks Praised At Berkshires' Gastropub
Fresh Menu, Unique Drinks Praised At Berkshires' Gastropub The concrete slabs and iron-looking frames around dark windows that make up the District Bar & Kitchen’s exterior belie the warm and upscale-casual atmosphere inside. District on West Stree in Pittsfield serves modern American cuisine influenced by the eccentric gastropub movement. If you want rosemary in your cocktails, chorizo on your nachos, and truffles on your fries, this is the place to be. And, yes, I want all of that. District has been around since the mid-2010s and is owned by the same man who owns Public Eat + Drink in North Adams - Jared Decoteau. The menu is slim and r…
New Long Island Indian Eatery Quickly Grows Following New Long Island Indian Eatery Quickly Grows Following
New Long Island Indian Eatery Quickly Grows Following A new Long Island Indian restaurant is representing the whole subcontinent on one menu. The owner of the Royale Restaurant and Bar in Carle Place said that he’s not normally a fan of the term “Indian cuisine” because it is too vague. It “would be like saying to a sommelier 'North American wine,' " said Amrinder S in a statement. "Like Napa, Sonoma, Columbia, and Anderson Valley, for example, there are many areas within India that have its own unique cooking methods, spices, and local ingredients." But in the case of The Royale, an exception can be made. The restaurant really does seek to …
New Classic American Restaurant Opens In Area New Classic American Restaurant Opens In Area
New Classic American Restaurant Opens In Area A much-anticipated restaurant featuring traditional American dishes launched this week in a popular spot for eateries in the area. The owners and operators of 18 North Grill officially opened up this week in Dutchess County on Monday, Feb. 15 at the Hudson Valley Towne Center on Westage Drive in Fishkill. According to the developers of 18 North Grill, the location at the intersection of Route 9 and Interstate 84 includes Regal Cinema 10, Famous Footwear, Boutique Wines Spirits & Cider, Van Heusen, Hudson Buffet, Chipotle, Five Guys, Boston Market and Dunkin. The 18 North Grill takes ov…
Long Island Eatery Stands Out For Friendly Service, Popular Dishes Long Island Eatery Stands Out For Friendly Service, Popular Dishes
Long Island Eatery Stands Out For Friendly Service, Popular Dishes One of the first things people say they notice about North Tavern is the warm-welcome and attentive staff that greet diners as they arrive. The new American restaurant on North Country Road in Wading River has been described by Yelp reviewers as a hidden gem with an attentive and courteous staff that goes above and beyond for customers. The restaurant opened in 2018 and is run by the Wendelken family - Drew, the chef, and his wife Carol, as well as brother Brian and his wife Denise. North Tavern provides a kind of rustic-meets-industrial style that you can see reflected in the wooden glo…
COVID-19: Popular Northern Westchester Eatery Closes COVID-19: Popular Northern Westchester Eatery Closes
Covid-19: Popular Northern Westchester Eatery Closes One of the area's favorite restaurants for elegant dining with a casual atmosphere has closed its doors due to financial burdens caused by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). On Sunday, June 28, the owner of Kitchen 273, in Armonk, Fatsmir Pushka posted on Instagram, the restaurant was closed permanently after a year-and-half in business. "It’s with deep sadness at end of business tonight we will be closing our doors permanently," Pushka said. "The financial burden as a result of COVID has made it impossible to remain open." Although the restaurant attempted to make a go of it by offering ta…
Chef Bids Farewell To Childhood Dream As French Westwood Restaurant Shutters Chef Bids Farewell To Childhood Dream As French Westwood Restaurant Shutters
Chef Bids Farewell To Childhood Dream As French Westwood Restaurant Shutters Chef Ross Goldflam dreamt of running his own restaurants since he was 13 years old. And for the last two years, he did just that with Technique in Westwood. Goldflam, however, recently announced he'd be closing the restaurant in a heartfelt tribute posted to Facebook. "Today, I realize that a dream can be more than you ever expect," Goldflam said in a statement Tuesday, "and that it is destined to be shaped by reality." Technique's menu boasted Goldflam's culinary creations: French cuisine with an American accent. Goldflam loved the restaurant fully, he said.  "I loved creating this re…