Lawsuit Claims Restaurant’s COVID-19 Rent Relief Request Was Met With Threats, Extortion
The owners of a Joe’s Crab Shack in Clifton claim that after they asked for a rent reduction over COVID-19 restrictions, Briad’s CEO told them he "would rather f***ing burn down the building than have them stay there rent free."
First Watch and Starbucks Plan New Locations in Hamilton
First Watch, a chain serving breakfast and lunch, and Starbucks Coffee are planning new locations within the Clover Square complex in Mercer County’s Hamilton Township.
Hudson County Hunger Project: They’ve Got You.
Jersey City restaurants and volunteers organized as fast as you can say bon appetit to feed the community’s seniors affected by Coronavirus social distancing.
Audible Donates $1 Million To Feed Newark, Help Restaurant Industry
The company is working with World Central Kitchen and chef Marcus Samuelsson to provide meals for those in need and help food service workers earn steady paychecks amid COVID-19 restrictions.
Cangiano’s Marketplace Opens in Downtown Jersey City
An Italian market serving fresh bagels, meats, and sandwiches alongside an in-house butcher has welcomed their first customers in Hamilton Park.
Elizabeth Plans to Terminate Lease of Company Renting Historic Train Station
The historic former Central Railroad of New Jersey station in Midtown Elizabeth has been used on and off as a restaurant over the years, but municipal officials say that the company leasing the building did not pay rent for several months.
How to Help Local Businesses Struggling Through COVID-19 Restrictions
The hospitality industry has taken a huge hit during the pandemic, but a few feel-good stories have emerged and lots of restaurants are staying open for pick-up and delivery.
902 Brewing Company Produces First Batch of Beer in Jersey City
Under construction for over a year, the 6,000-square foot facility is officially a working brewery and looks to open a tap room and roof deck during the upcoming months.
Liquor License Transfer Suggests a Restaurant is Coming to Weehawken’s RiverHouse 11
A company associated with Mack-Cali’s Roseland Residential Trust and a business known as Butcher and Baker is planning to transfer a liquor license to RiverHouse 11 at Port Imperial.
NYC’s Bobwhite Counter Has Limited Opening in Jersey City
The notable fried chicken restaurant from Manhattan is now serving pick-up and delivery orders out of their Paulus Hook space.
