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Jersey Shore’s Best New Asian Restaurant Is Taking a Big Chance in Bradley Beach

A bacon, egg and cheese fried rice sounds like something dreamed up after midnight, not the sort of dish you expect to find sharing a menu with pristine sashimi and roasted Peking duck. At Xina in Bradley Beach, though, that combination makes perfect sense. The restaurant at 415 Main Street...

Bradley Beach, NJ · 1d

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Clemmy’s Chef Allen Walski Is New Jersey’s Chef of the Year

Allen Walski, a Surf City native and owner of Clemmy’s in Waretown, has been named New Jersey’s Chef of the Year. Walski was announced as the winner at the New Jersey Restaurant and Hospitality Association’s 41st annual awards ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 5. He was one of eight chefs from across the state nominated for the title, and the only one representing Ocean County. After the nomination, voting was open to the public; a total of more than 5,000 votes came in for the competition, according to the NJRHA, and Walski secured the most.

New Jersey · 2d

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The New York Restaurant Where Every Single Dish Is Gluten-Free, Fried Chicken Included

The Japanese fried chicken here comes with a koji white barbecue sauce. It’s crunchy, golden, and completely gluten-free. So is everything else on the menu. That means you can order the karaage, the hand rolls, and the fries without asking a single nervous question. For anyone who reads labels for a living, that feels like a small vacation.

New York, NY · 5d

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Where to Get Thanksgiving Dinner in Ocean County, NJ: Restaurants Offering Holiday Meals in 2026

Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026, and if you’re not looking forward to spending the entire day cooking and cleaning, you’re in luck! Several Ocean County restaurants are preparing special Thanksgiving meals, giving local families the opportunity to enjoy a traditional holiday dinner without all the work. Whether...

Ocean County, NJ · 2d

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Tinton Falls Pub CJ McLoone's Closes After 14 Years, Owner Eyes Montgomery

Montgomery Promenade — Reported Site of Planned McLoone's Project. CJ McLoone's Pub & Grille in Tinton Falls is shutting its doors for good on Dec. 31, closing out a 14-year run at 560 Shrewsbury Avenue after the restaurant chose not to renew its lease. The closure caps a run that began long before many of its regulars' first visit, and it comes as the McLoone's restaurant group points customers toward what it calls its next chapter.

Tinton Falls, NJ · 2d

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For Real Taylor Ham, Egg And Cheese, These 8 North Jersey Delis Are Where Locals Go

Ask anyone in North Jersey what to call that salty, griddled breakfast meat, and you will get a firm answer: Taylor ham. Pile it with a fried egg and melted American cheese on a hard roll or bagel, and you have the unofficial state breakfast. Plenty of places sell one,...

Bergen County, NJ · 3d

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Nominations are now open for the Free Beer and Hot Wings 2026 Holiday Break In with 105.7 The Hawk

Nominate a family in need for the 2026 Holiday Break In with Free Beer and Hot Wings, And 105.7 The Hawk

Monmouth County, NJ · 1d

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Where to Find the Best Thanksgiving Pies in Ocean County, NJ

10 Best Bakeries in Ocean County, NJ to Order Your Thanksgiving Pies This Year. Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and if there’s one thing that deserves a spot on every holiday table, it’s a delicious homemade-style pie! Whether you’re a fan of traditional pumpkin pie, apple crumb, pecan, blueberry, or something a little different, Ocean County has plenty of bakeries and local favorites worth checking out.

Ocean County, NJ · 2d

105.7 The Hawk

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Smash N' Dash Burger opening Soon In Freehold, NJ

COMING SOON: Smash N' Dash Burger planning a grand opening soon in Freehold, NJ

Freehold Township, NJ · 11h

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CJ McLoone's bids bittersweet farewell to Tinton Falls with 2026 closing

CJ McLoone's in Tinton Falls says goodbye after 14 years. Final day of service is in December.

Tinton Falls, NJ · 1d

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Should You Pop-In to Pop Up Bagels?: An Honest Review

With Pop Up Bagels having many locations in New York City prior to opening in Westfield, the online buzz for this place was major. All over social media, people were describing the unique schmears and fluffy bagels Pop Up Bagels has to offer. With the first New Jersey location just one town over, it was a must try to see if it was truly worth the hype.

Westfield, NJ · 1d

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Ocean County Business Beat: Raising Cane’s Lands in Brick, Kirkland’s Is Leaving and Sephora Is on the Way

Ocean County business news: Raising Cane's opens in Brick, Kirkland's closes its last Shore store and Chick-fil-A and Sephora head to the Ocean County Mall.

Ocean County, NJ · 9h

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Paris Baguette Brings Artisan Pastries and Cakes to Freehold

Local Fans Turn Longtime Passion into a New Community Gathering Spot. The brand operates more than 4,000 locations worldwide and maintains over 300 bakery cafés across North America. Leadership has set an ambitious goal to reach 1,000 locations throughout the United States and Canada by 2030, steadily expanding through partnerships with passionate local entrepreneurs.

Freehold Township, NJ · 12h

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The New York Waterfront Seafood Restaurant Where Huge Portions Come With Hudson River Views

I appreciate a restaurant that gives you the view and the seafood without making you choose. Boats pull up to the dock while plates of mussels Fra Diavolo land on the tables nearby. That’s a normal afternoon at this New York seafood spot, where a working marina sits right beside the dining room.

Rockland County, NY · 3d

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New York grocer scales physical AI with Simbe Store Intelligence

Cicco & Sons sees 35% fewer out-of-stocks following pilot program.

New York · 2d

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11 Best Steakhouses On Long Island, New York That Locals Swear By

One of the most famous steakhouses in New York still won’t take a regular credit card at the table. I love that kind of stubborn confidence. It tells you the beef does the talking. That’s just one surprise on this list. Another spot sits in a landmark building that...

Long Island, NY · 2d

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These 8 Old-School New York Grocery Markets Still Feel Like Shopping With Your Grandmother

Some grocery stores still have a real butcher behind the counter, a deli slicer that never seems to stop, and shelves stocked with things the big chains never carry. New York has held on to more of these places than you might think, from Buffalo and Rochester to Arthur Avenue in the Bronx.

New York · 5d

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New Trader Joe's stores coming to NY: See the locations

Two new Trader Joe's stores are planned for New York, expanding the popular grocery chain's presence in the state. The California-based retailer announced plans this summer to open new locations in the Syracuse area and Yonkers as part of its latest nationwide expansion. The plans add to the company's growth in New York, which includes a Long Island store that opened earlier this year. The expansion comes as Trader Joe's continues to draw shoppers with its private-label products and competitively priced groceries. Where are the new Trader Joe's stores? According to Trader Joe's, the two planned stores will be located at: Camillus: 3515 W. Genesee St., in the Syracuse area. Yonkers: 2482 Central Park Ave. The Camillus store, located just west of Syracuse in Onondaga County, will be about 9,000 square feet and become the area's second Trader Joe's. The existing Syracuse-area store is at 3422 Erie Blvd. E. in DeWitt. The Yonkers location will cover about 10,000 square feet. When will the new Trader Joe's stores open? Trader Joe's has not announced opening dates for either New York location. Spokeswoman Nakia Rohde said new stores typically open within three to six months of being announced. Based on that timeline,

Syracuse, NY · 5d

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Iconic Doughnut Chain Plans NJ Expansion In 33-Shop Deal

Iconic doughnut purveyor Krispy Kreme plans to open several new shops in New Jersey as part of a five-year expansion across the New York metro area. The chain, famous for its sugary, melt-in-your-mouth glazed doughnuts, said it plans to open 33 shops across the New York City metro area, including Long Island and New Jersey.

New Jersey · 7d

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Trader Joe's plans 2 new New York stores. See where they're going

Two new Trader Joe's stores are planned for New York, expanding the popular grocery chain's presence in the state. The California-based retailer announced plans this summer to open new locations in the Syracuse area and Yonkers as part of its latest nationwide expansion. The plans add to the company's growth in New York, which includes a Long Island store that opened earlier this year. The expansion comes as Trader Joe's continues to draw shoppers with its private-label products and competitively priced groceries. Where are the new Trader Joe's stores? According to Trader Joe's, the two planned stores will be located at: Camillus: 3515 W. Genesee St., in the Syracuse area. Yonkers: 2482 Central Park Ave. The Camillus store, located just west of Syracuse in Onondaga County, will be about 9,000 square feet and become the area's second Trader Joe's. The existing Syracuse-area store is at 3422 Erie Blvd. E. in DeWitt. The Yonkers location will cover about 10,000 square feet. When will the new Trader Joe's stores open? Trader Joe's has not announced opening dates for either New York location. Spokeswoman Nakia Rohde said new stores typically open within three to six months of being announced. Based on that timeline,

Syracuse, NY · 7d