Episcope Hospitality announced the spring 2025 debut of a restaurant and cafe – Keepers and Keepers Coffee – both located in Harrison’s up-and-coming Riverbend District. Currently under construction, the two new dining spots will occupy the street-level retail space of The Wyldes, right across from the recently-renamed Sports Illustrated Stadium, home of the New York Red Bulls.
The Episcope team, led by David Morton of the Morton’s Steakhouse family, Ryan Gaudin, and Daniel Orrison, is working in collaboration with Advanced Realty Investors to transform the 35-acre mixed-use neighborhood. The restaurant and cafe will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast offerings include coffee, pastries, and grab-and-go items for commuters. Lunch will consist of American favorites such as burgers and fresh salads. The dinner menu will showcase a refined take on comfort food classics with craft cocktails and a selection of local beers.
“Keepers is designed to be more than just a restaurant; it’s a community hub,” said Daniel Orrison, Partner at Episcope Hospitality. “Our location next to Sports Illustrated Stadium and partnership with Advance Realty allow us to create a destination where residents and visitors can come together—whether it’s for a pre-game meal, a post-work cocktail, or to connect with neighbors and friends.”
Along with its comfort food menu, Keepers’ design is inspired by nostalgia for classic American restaurants. The layout will feature a private event space for game day parties, private gatherings and corporate meetings. The vision is to create a warm, inviting go-to spot for the Riverbend neighborhood.
“Keepers represents the next step in our vision to make the Riverbend District a true destination for both residents and visitors alike,” said Dan Cocoziello, Principal and COO of Advance Realty Investors. “Partnering with a respected name like Episcope Hospitality allows us to offer an exceptional culinary experience that enriches the neighborhood and elevates its appeal to the greater Harrison area and beyond.”
Based in Bedminster, Advance Realty Investors is a real estate investment, development and management company. The group currently owns over 20 million square feet of office, retail, residential, industrial, retail, and life-science space.
David Morton founded Episcope Hospitality in 2009 as DMK Restaurants. The company rebranded in 2024 as the group evolved. The group’s portfolio features upscale restaurants, rooftop bars, streetside cafes and dining halls as well as hotels, public spaces and office developments around the country.
