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'Pretty Good Run': Restaurant In Chatham Closes After 3 Decades In Business 'Pretty Good Run': Restaurant In Chatham Closes After 3 Decades In Business
'Pretty Good Run': Restaurant In Chatham Closes After 3 Decades In Business A popular restaurant in the region has closed after 31 years in business. Columbia County eatery Blue Plate Restaurant – located in Chatham at 1 Kinderhook Street – informed customers in a Facebook post on Monday, March 4. “A pretty good run of 31 years (minus a few breaks),” owner David Grunberg said. The landmark, three-story building has also been home to Hess’s Market, the Inn Between, Hail Columbia, and others over the years. Opened in 1993, Blue Plate kept longtime diners coming back with dishes like edamame gnocchi and grilled Moroccan shrimp, and appetizers like fried calamari an…
Bar Serving Up 'Elevated Pub Fare' Opens Sixth Location In Jericho Bar Serving Up 'Elevated Pub Fare' Opens Sixth Location In Jericho
Bar Serving Up 'Elevated Pub Fare' Opens Sixth Location In Jericho A Long Island restaurant started by two former bartenders and friends is further expanding its reach within the community and beyond by opening up its sixth location. Tap Room, located in Jericho, opened on Thursday, Dec. 14, joining the pub’s five other locations. The self-described gastropub serves up what it calls "elevated pub fare," such as burgers, tacos, salads, and more, alongside craft cocktails and a rotating 24 beers on tap. For brunch, Tap Room continues the pub theme with dishes such as the “Hangover Burger,” featuring avocado, egg, cheddar, and bacon, pound cake French t…
Stolen Heirlooms Returned After Hackensack Restaurant Closes After 30+ Years Stolen Heirlooms Returned After Hackensack Restaurant Closes After 30+ Years
Stolen Heirlooms Returned After Hackensack Restaurant Closes After 30+ Years All's well that ends well at The Crow's Nest in Hackensack. The restaurant said family heirlooms that were taken from the restaurant on Saturday, Oct. 21, the night it closed its doors, have been returned. The restaurant was a staple on Route 17 for more than 30 years, owned by the Hajiyerou family. "Thank you all for helping us get the word out there," the restaurant said on Facebook. "This certainly would not have happened without your help. We are truly grateful." The items were a green wooden Crow's Nest sign that was under the TV in the bar area and a vintage milk canister that was k…
Mount Vernon Eatery Features Caribbean Flair With Relaxed Comfort Mount Vernon Eatery Features Caribbean Flair With Relaxed Comfort
Mount Vernon Eatery Features Caribbean Flair With Relaxed Comfort If you are ready to kick back after a day at work and sip some wine and grab a bite to eat, a 2-year-old restaurant in Westchester is growing its following. The eatery, 1703 Wine and Eats in Mount Vernon, is quickly becoming a mainstay for many, according to Yelp and local foodies. Known for its charcuterie boards, shrimp and grits, and chicken and waffles, along with an extensive wine and beer list, the restaurant gets its name from military time which translates into 5:30 p.m., or in Jimmy Buffet speak it's 5 o'clock somewhere.  Egg rolls.1730 Wine Bar and Eats The restaurant is also…
New Upscale Waterfront Jersey City Restaurant Was Inspired By Owners' Daughter New Upscale Waterfront Jersey City Restaurant Was Inspired By Owners' Daughter
New Upscale Waterfront Jersey City Restaurant Was Inspired By Owners' Daughter There's a new addition to the Jersey City dining scene, one that's keeping it all in the family. Landmark Hospitality's Maddy Rose opened earlier this month at Liberty House, at 76 Audrey Zapp Dr. The restaurant is named after Maddy, the daughter of Frank and Jeanne Cretella, the owners of the hospitality group.  Maddy Cretella, the namesake, serves as director of engagement and marketing. Taste the rainbow 🍉🌿🍅🍴 Get a head start to the weekend & join us tonight 🥂 Click the link in our bio to book a... Posted by Maddy Rose Restaurant at Liberty House on Thursday, August 17, 2023 "…
Beer In The Garden: Brewing Company & Northern VA Farm Team Up For Fall Event Beer In The Garden: Brewing Company & Northern VA Farm Team Up For Fall Event
Beer In The Garden: Brewing Company & Northern VA Farm Team Up For Fall Event A local farm and brewing company are teaming up to bring a day of drinking, music and fun to northern Virginia. Beer in the Garden is happening next month thanks to a partnership between Ashburns' Lost Rhino Brewing Co. and Reston's The Farm at Halley Rise, which opened in 2022. A $10 entry fee includes: Exclusive Beer in the Garden pint glass Flower bouquet (while supplies last) Lost Rhino rootbeer (while supplies last) $5 donation to our non-profit partner, Cornerstones The Little Miner food truck will be on hand dishing up street tacos, burritos, and more for purchase. Li…
New Shoreline Eatery Celebrates Opening In West Haven: 'Will Satisfy Every Craving,' Owner Says New Shoreline Eatery Celebrates Opening In West Haven: 'Will Satisfy Every Craving,' Owner Says
New Shoreline Eatery Celebrates Opening In West Haven: 'Will Satisfy Every Craving,' Owner Says An all-new New Haven County eatery just down the street from a beach is now offering delicious food served with a side of live music.  The Breakwall, located in West Haven at 305 Captain Thomas Blvd., celebrated its opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, July 19, West Haven officials announced.  The new restaurant, located in the city's Savin Rock business district and owned by husband-wife team Brendan and Katrina Snow, is right down the street from Old Grove Park on Long Island Sound and offers a variety of burgers, seafood, and craft cocktails.  Some notable menu items hi…
'Reinvented Comfort Food' On Menu At New Brightwaters Restaurant Set To Open 'Reinvented Comfort Food' On Menu At New Brightwaters Restaurant Set To Open
'Reinvented Comfort Food' On Menu At New Brightwaters Restaurant Set To Open A new restaurant on Long Island promising fresh twists on old classics is set to welcome its first diners. JTI’s American Kitchen and Bar, located in Brightwaters at 91 Howells Road, will hold its grand opening on Friday, July 7. The name pays homage to the site’s former occupant, the Jon Thomas Inne, which dates back to 1925. Owner Robert Trovato describes the restaurant as a “culinary adventure” crafted by his chef brother, Nicholas, and their close friend Jason Vilardi. “Together, along with our families - we've poured our passion and expertise into creating a dining experience like no…
Westport's Fine Arts Festival To Draw Thousands, Close Streets Westport's Fine Arts Festival To Draw Thousands, Close Streets
Westport's Fine Arts Festival To Draw Thousands, Close Streets This story has been updated. A large fine arts festival that is a huge favorite with Fairfield County residents will close down a major roadway over the holiday weekend. The Westport Downtown Association Fine Arts Festival -- which runs Saturday, May 27 through Sunday, May 28 -- will close Main Street between Post Road East and Avery Place and Elm Street between Main Street and Bedford Square, said Westport Police Lt. Sereniti Dobson. The road closure will run from 6 a.m. on Friday (for artists to set up booths) through 8 p.m. on Sunday. "These road closures will resul…
Bellissimo: Lynbrook Eatery Wins Best New Restaurant Bellissimo: Lynbrook Eatery Wins Best New Restaurant
Bellissimo: Lynbrook Eatery Wins Best New Restaurant Out of all the new restaurants that open on Long Island, the votes are in: this one is the creme de la creme.  The 2022 Long Island Community Choice Awards announced its comprehensive list of all the top businesses on the island on Tuesday, April 18. In the category of Best New Restaurant, Lynbrook eatery The Chef’s Table took the number one spot, beating out two others. First opened in November 2022, The Chef’s Table Lynbrook serves up Italian fare in an open, bright banquet hall. “Love this place, don't know where to start,” wrote Drew D. of Lynbrook on the restaurant’s Yelp page…
Longtime Buddies Liven Up Bergen County Dining Scene With New Restaurant Longtime Buddies Liven Up Bergen County Dining Scene With New Restaurant
Longtime Buddies Liven Up Bergen County Dining Scene With New Restaurant Chris Irving is diving headfirst into the restaurant business. Irving opened Eleven Central Bar and Restaurant in Midland Park last November, with his partner Paul Rosen, a longtime restauranteur.  "We're really looking forward to serve the local community," Irving, a Ramsey resident, said.  Eleven Central serves up delicacies like burgers, sandwiches, wings. Irving stresses that every ingredient they use is fresh. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Eleven Central (@elevencentralmp) "We're not using frozen beef," Irving said. "We…
Brand-New Waterfront Restaurant Set For Opening Day In Tarrytown Brand-New Waterfront Restaurant Set For Opening Day In Tarrytown
Brand-New Waterfront Restaurant Set For Opening Day In Tarrytown Fans of waterfront dining will want to check out a new restaurant in Westchester that will soon celebrate its opening day.  The Sailhouse, located in Tarrytown at 238 Green St. right on the Hudson River, will hold a grand opening on Saturday, April 15 starting at 1 p.m., the restaurant announced on social media.  Located at the Washington Irving Boat Club, the newly-renovated eatery will serve a variety of food and drinks, including wings, pasta, seafood, and more.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by @thesailhousetarrytown Those w…
12-Band Music Festival Rocks Atlantic City 12-Band Music Festival Rocks Atlantic City
12-Band Music Festival Rocks Atlantic City The Orange Loop Amphitheater is the place to be in Atlantic City on Saturday, Sept. 24.  That's when "Frantic City," an exciting new outdoor festival, features 12 bands. Live entertainment begins at noon and is hosted by comic actor Fred Armisen. The event lineup will see performances from Car Seat Headrest, Yo La Tengo, Snail Mail, Murder City Devils, Shannon and The Clams, Rocket From The Crypt, Superchunk, The Bouncing Souls, Samiam, Titus Andronicus, Protomartyr and Control Top. Concertgoers can shop unique vendors selling everything from vinyl records to original artwork, as wel…
Grammy Winners They Might Be Giants Playing MASS MoCa After Car Crash, COVID Grammy Winners They Might Be Giants Playing MASS MoCa After Car Crash, COVID
Grammy Winners They Might Be Giants Playing Mass MoCa After Car Crash, COVID They might be giants, but the only way they are going to crush New England is with stellar live performances and sold-out shows. John Flansburgh and John Linnell, who met while growing up in Lincoln, MA, make up the duo known as They Might Be Giants. For some 40 years, the band has released numerous albums, covered several genres and even won two Grammys. Now TMBG is once again performing for their fans in the Commonwealth who have waited a long time to hear the band’s iconic sound live.  “We have a very, very enthusiastic fan base and they were ready to wait to come see us,” Linnell sa…
New Eatery Featuring Southern Dishes Opens In Camden County: Report New Eatery Featuring Southern Dishes Opens In Camden County: Report
New Eatery Featuring Southern Dishes Opens In Camden County: Report A new restaurant serving Southern food, fancy drinks and live music has opened in South Jersey, NJ Advance Media reports. Essie's, owned by Mike and Cherie Gillespie, is located at 1 Garfield Ave. in Clementon. Essie'sFacebook/ Essie's Its opening was fraught with delays due to the pandemic and a roof collapse caused by a snowstorm in 2017, the outlet reports. The eatery features cajun and creole dishes like hot wings, fish tacos, fried oysters, hush puppies and more, its menu says. Fans of the long-awaited restaurant posted about their anticipation on Facebook.  Fans looked forwa…
'Testing The Waters': Comedian Joe Matarese Opens New Comedy Club In Scarsdale 'Testing The Waters': Comedian Joe Matarese Opens New Comedy Club In Scarsdale
'Testing The Waters': Comedian Joe Matarese Opens New Comedy Club In Scarsdale He’s appeared on America’s Got Talent and performed for the likes of David Letterman, Howard Stern, and Chelsea Handler.  Now, comedian Joe Matarese is bringing “New York City’s best comedy” to Westchester County. On Thursday, July 28, the 30-year veteran stand-up will mark the grand opening of his latest venture, B-Side Comedy Club, a 60-seat venue located on Garth Road in Scarsdale. Joining Matarese on stage will be fellow comedians Nick Scopoletti, Pete Ungar, and Daniel Tirado. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Joe Matarese (…
New Eatery, R&B Lounge Opens In South Jersey After Pandemic Delay, Renovations New Eatery, R&B Lounge Opens In South Jersey After Pandemic Delay, Renovations
New Eatery, R&B Lounge Opens In South Jersey After Pandemic Delay, Renovations Essie's Restaurant & Lounge in Clementon is officially open after a two-year delay due to the coronavirus pandemic and renovations. The eatery features creole cuisine and live rhythm and blues and jazz. In 2017, husband-and-wife entrepreneurs Mike and Chèrie Gillespie purchased a South Jersey building with the vision of opening an upscale restaurant and live music lounge.  Shortly thereafter, a snowstorm caused the roof to cave in, delaying their plans. The global pandemic, a massive renovation, and two years later, the pair have finally opened Essie’s Restaurant & Lounge at 1 Gar…
Wild Honey Smokehouse Opens At Atlantic City's Tropicana Hotel-Casino Wild Honey Smokehouse Opens At Atlantic City's Tropicana Hotel-Casino
Wild Honey Smokehouse Opens At Atlantic City's Tropicana Hotel-Casino Looking for some mouth-watering food while imagining your winnings at an Atlantic City casino? Welcome to Wild Honey Smokehouse and Tavern at the Tropicana Hotel and Casino. The regional BBQ and American comfort food restaurant features innovative, Texas-sized cocktails, a selection of double-barrel smoked libations and a rotating slate of live music. Wild Honey BBQ, which officially opens Tuesday, May 10, is one of eight new eateries opening at the Tropicana this year. It's located in the Quarter at Tropicana, an Old Havana-themed shopping mall at 2831 Boardwalk, Atlantic City. The cul…
Jersey Shore's Oceanfest Returns After 2-Year COVID Hiatus Jersey Shore's Oceanfest Returns After 2-Year COVID Hiatus
Jersey Shore's Oceanfest Returns After 2-Year COVID Hiatus Oceanfest is back, baby. The day-long Fourth of July event is making its big return this summer after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, according to its website. With a steady decline in New Jersey's coronavirus cases, "it is the perfect time to bring Oceanfest back,” Co-chair Esther Cohen told NJ Advance Media. Oceanfest is held along the Long Branch boardwalk from Pier Village to Seven Presidents’ Park.  It will begin at 10 a.m. Monday, July 4, and feature live music, more than 40 food vendors, arts and crafts, and beach activities, according to NJ.com. Fireworks blast off at…
Popular Westchester Restaurant Offers Waterfront Dining Year-Round Popular Westchester Restaurant Offers Waterfront Dining Year-Round
Popular Westchester Restaurant Offers Waterfront Dining Year-Round A popular restaurant in Westchester County offers its guests scenic waterfront dining all year-round. The Barley Beach House is located at 95 Dearborn Ave. in Rye. Come enjoy lunch or dinner and enjoy this beautiful view!! Open all year!! Happy hour Monday to Friday 3pm-6pm, perfect timing for this fabulous sunset!! #views #sunsets #happyhour #ryetownpark #openallyear Posted by The Barley Beach House on Thursday, November 4, 2021 The restaurant's menu includes a wide variety of dishes, from buffalo chicken wraps and chipotle burgers to butternut squash ravioli and linguine scampi. The…
New Restaurant Set To Open In Hudson Valley New Restaurant Set To Open In Hudson Valley
New Restaurant Set To Open In Hudson Valley A brand-new restaurant is ready to launch this week in the Hudson Valley. The Station Grille, located in Dutchess County, is set to open to the public on Thursday, Oct. 21. The wait is over!! We will officially be open to the Public beginning Thursday October 21st!! Here is the opening live... Posted by The Station Grille on Sunday, October 17, 2021 The restaurant is located at 2578 Route 55 in Poughquag. In addition to a variety of steaks, The Station Grille's menu also includes entrees such as swordfish, lamb, rigatoni, and more. Read the full menu here. The restaurant also adverti…
New Long Island Restaurant Serves Up Traditional Italian Favorites Made From Scratch New Long Island Restaurant Serves Up Traditional Italian Favorites Made From Scratch
New Long Island Restaurant Serves Up Traditional Italian Favorites Made From Scratch A brand-new Long Island restaurant is seeking to create a comfortable, relaxing environment where guests can try Italian cuisine made from scratch. Cosimo's Italian Fine Cuisine hosted its grand opening on Friday, Oct. 1. The restaurant is located at 668 South Country Road East in Patchogue. Owner Cosimo Fragomeni said over the summer he was driving past the location after a catering event, and he had a gut feeling that he should check it out.  He spoke to the owner of the business, and just a few months later Cosimo's was in business. Fragomeni said his restaurant focuses …
Soda Shop, Arcade To Open In Northern Westchester Soda Shop, Arcade To Open In Northern Westchester
Soda Shop, Arcade To Open In Northern Westchester A new soda shop and arcade is set to host its grand opening event in Northern Westchester with movie screenings, a video game tournament and live music. Croton Corners will host its grand opening event from Friday, Sept. 17 through Sunday, Sept. 19. The new business is located at 124 Grand Street in Croton-on-Hudson. The event will include a video game tournament, with store gift certificate prizes for the top four winners in Ms. Pac Man and Mario Kart. We have so much in store for the Grand Opening :) See all our posts and story updates for more details!... Posted by Croton Corners o…
COVID-19: Live Music Is Back, But Singing Banned In Massachusetts Restaurants COVID-19: Live Music Is Back, But Singing Banned In Massachusetts Restaurants
Covid-19: Live Music Is Back, But Singing Banned In Massachusetts Restaurants Singing is currently banned in Massachusetts restaurants. On March 1, Massachusetts relaxed restrictions meant to stop the spread of COVID-19. The advance in Step 2 of reopening the economy, expanded capacity limits for restaurants and allowed for live music performances there. Many restaurants began booking gigs including UVA Wine Bar in Plymouth. Then on Friday, March 5, the restaurant’s owner received a letter from the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission informing her that while music is allowed, singing is not, according to a report on CBS Boston. “While musical perfor…
COVID-19: Massachusetts Taking Next Step To Reopen The Economy COVID-19: Massachusetts Taking Next Step To Reopen The Economy
Covid-19: Massachusetts Taking Next Step To Reopen The Economy More of the Massachusetts economy will be opening within the next week - a move that will expand restaurant-capacity and bring back more live music. On Thursday, Feb. 25, Gov. Charlie Baker said that the state’s COVID-19 rates are declining at such a pace as to allow further expansion of the economy, according to WWLP. On March 1, Massachusetts will move onto Step 2 of Phase 3. There are 4 phases to Massachusetts's economic reopening plan after COVID-19. In Step 2 of Phase 3 - the final step of the phase - Massachusetts restaurants will not be tied to a percentage-based seating-limit. As …
COVID-19: With Concert Experiments Succeeding, Big Shows Could Return This Fall, Fauci Says COVID-19: With Concert Experiments Succeeding, Big Shows Could Return This Fall, Fauci Says
Covid-19: With Concert Experiments Succeeding, Big Shows Could Return This Fall, Fauci Says Successes with experimental concerts in Spain and Germany have convinced Dr. Anthony Fauci that big shows could return to the U.S. this fall -- provided Americans reach an effective level of herd immunity. “I think you can start getting back to almost full capacity of seating,” the nation's top infectious disease expert said during a virtual live event over the weekend. “What the performing arts needs to do is to do a little bit more of what the Germans are doing,” Fauci noted. A controlled experiment in Germany featuring a show by pop singer Tim Bendzko safely accommodated about 1,400 at…
Sussex County Native, Longtime Toms River Resident Jennifer Bower Dies After Cancer Battle, 38 Sussex County Native, Longtime Toms River Resident Jennifer Bower Dies After Cancer Battle, 38
Sussex County Native, Longtime Toms River Resident Jennifer Bower Dies After Cancer Battle, 38 Sussex County native and longtime Toms River resident Jennifer Bower died Dec. 29 after battling cancer. She was 38. Bower was born in Newton, where she attended Marian McKeown Elementary School and Kittatinny Regional High School, her obituary says. Bower also attended Delaware Valley High School in Pennsylvania and graduated from Toms River South High School in 2000, her memorial says. Bower worked as an adjuster at AmTrust Insurance at the time of her death. Outside the office, she was known for her love of sports, live music and animals — especially her three dogs, Nicki, Brighten and …
COVID-19: Live Music Venue Seeks $40,000 To Survive Pandemic COVID-19: Live Music Venue Seeks $40,000 To Survive Pandemic
Covid-19: Live Music Venue Seeks $40,000 To Survive Pandemic A popular “guitar bar” known for hosting live music is seeking financial help from the community. In November, owners of Luthier's Co-op in Easthampton created a GoFundMe campaign seeking to raise $40,000. The money will be used to pay bills since COVID-19 has led to the closure of Massachusetts bars as well as capacity restrictions for indoor events and restaurants. So far, the intimate venue on Cottage Street has raised $8,700. The owner who created the campaign, Steven Baer, said the fundraising request became necessary due to mounting debt. “For obvious reasons, we have been unable to…
New Restaurant, Hair Of The Dog, Serves Hot Sauce, Rock 'N' Roll New Restaurant, Hair Of The Dog, Serves Hot Sauce, Rock 'N' Roll
New Restaurant, Hair Of The Dog, Serves Hot Sauce, Rock 'N' Roll A new eatery boasting house-made hot sauces and punny menu items named after rock n' roll classics has opened.  Hair of the Dog opened to the public earlier this month on Bridgeport Avenue in Milford. The restaurant proclaims in its tagline that is it the "neighborhood bar that you wish was in your neighborhood."  "Thank you Milford for making our [first] official week an unbelievable success," wrote the establishment, owned by *Sandra DeRosa Briggs, on their Facebook page. "So busy we had to turn people away (I HATE doing that). So if you're looking to try us this weeke…
COVID-19: Support Surges For Renowned Sussex County Music Venue Facing Permanent Closure COVID-19: Support Surges For Renowned Sussex County Music Venue Facing Permanent Closure
Covid-19: Support Surges For Renowned Sussex County Music Venue Facing Permanent Closure Live music lovers across Sussex County are coming together to support one of the area’s most renowned venues after the COVID-19 pandemic put the club at risk of permanent closure. The Stanhope House, established in 1794, is described as “the stomping grounds and post-show hangout of a massive array of loved blues legends,” the club’s website says.  The venue’s dual stages have hosted countless performers of all genres while maintaining a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The venue has halted indoor shows, replacing them with events hosted in its outdoor beer garden. But the option won’t b…
Bugalu Ballroom Coming To Western Mass City Bugalu Ballroom Coming To Western Mass City
Bugalu Ballroom Coming To Western Mass City The Bugalu Ballroom is seeking a liquor license for the High Street events venue and bar. On Wednesday, Sept. 9, the Holyoke Licensing Board will hold a public hearing on the transfer of an annual all-alcohol license formerly held by TNT Pizza to Bugalu. TNT Pizza closed in 2019. Known for its live music and neighborhood atmosphere, TNT Pizza on South Street has been missed by area musicians. Bugalu Ballroom, 120 High St., is owned by Emily Ortiz Santos.