Closings
Salt Creek Grille, Rumson
Located on the Navesink River, this waterfront dining fave has announced plans to close after 27 years. Salt Creek Grille’s final day of service will be Wednesday, December 31, the owners announced on social media.
Roman Nose, Jersey City
Known for its authentic Italian cuisine, this Jersey City restaurant has closed after 13 years in business.
Openings
Mr. Chu, East Hanover
After being closed for a year due to a fire, this popular restaurant—now celebrating its 30th anniversary—has reopened. It serves both Taiwanese-American and authentic Taiwanese cuisine and is open every day except Tuesday.
Threefold, Verona
This new spot serves savory and sweet crepes, plus a selection of coffee and tea drinks.
Po Boy Riche, Jersey City
Po’ boy sandwiches, jambalaya, shrimp and grits and more are on offer at this casual new NOLA-style spot. Dine-in, takeout and delivery are all available.
Dining news
Bar Mutz is taking indulgence to the next level with its new caviar service, a partnership with the luxurious, female-run Altima Caviar. The Westwood restaurant has a lively, Italian-inspired vibe and is run by James Beard Award-nominated chef Robbie Felice, who frequently appears on our Best Restaurants in New Jersey list.
After operating exclusively as an online store, Handcrafted Chocolate is opening a brick-and-mortar location in Point Pleasant this Saturday, November 15. The woman-owned company creates small-batch, artisanal, hand-painted bonbons and filled chocolate bars in unique, rotating flavors, using ethically sourced chocolate and fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
