We may still be in the midst of a pandemic, but there are definitely safe ways to continue dating and having fun. If you're trying to find creative ways to spend time with your partner or meet up with a date, here are 7 COVID-friendly date ideas to try. Grab Citi bikes and ride around Liberty State Park Bike riding in the summer is a fun pastime, so why not share the … [Read more...]
10 Vegan Spots in Hudson County
Originally published October 2019
If you're looking for some vegan spots in the area, we've got you covered – here are all the vegan spots in Hudson County! For this list, we choose places that are exclusively vegan or at least serve mostly vegan items to limit the possibility of cross-contamination with animal products. Jersey City Plant Base 370 Pacific Ave Plant Base is a hub for all things … [Read more...]
10 spots to order breakfast + brunch in Bayonne
Enjoy brunch at the park when you order takeout from local restaurants in Bayonne. There are plenty of spots offering delivery, takeout, or even outdoor dining. Here are a few suggestions to get you started! The Little Food Cafe 330 Kennedy Blvd https://www.instagram.com/p/CBYRQ6Sl8Hq/ Little Food Cafe offers tasty comfort food for breakfast, brunch/lunch, and … [Read more...]
5 outdoor dining spots to try this weekend
Make the most of your Friday night with dinner and drinks outside. Here are 5 spots in Jersey City and Bayonne to check out this week. Cellar 335 335 Newark Ave, Jersey City https://www.instagram.com/p/CCtf4ExjZ5n/ Enjoy dinner with a seafood tower, Asian-inspired meals, and specialty tiki cocktails. Outdoor dining is available from 2PM to 9PM Thursday through … [Read more...]
10 local food spots to order takeout this week
As more restaurants reopen, there are a growing number of options for takeout! Here are spots to grab anything from a fulfilling seafood boil to a scoop of gelato. Lokal Lokal just announced that they will be re-opening this Friday for takeout. You can call Lokal to place an order for dishes and drinks to-go. Bang n … [Read more...]
Donating To Local Organizations and Businesses
If you're looking to help local businesses and organizations as they try to stay up and running for the community, here are some local spots accepting donations for their services and their staff! If you are raising money for staff or an organization, please send details to editor@chicpeajc.com and we'll add you to the list! Donations for organizations York Street … [Read more...]
9 food spots to support in the Heights
in honor of Michael Yun
As we honor beloved community member and councilperson Michael Yun, support some of the local businesses in his ward that are still up and running during the pandemic. Gino's Pizza 380 Central Ave https://www.instagram.com/p/B-rkNnPDxWM/ Gino's Pizza is a longtime business that serves some of the best pizza in the neighborhood. You can call to order pies for … [Read more...]
Ani Ramen Relaunching As Non-Profit Restaurant
Bang Bang Chicken & Rock City Pizza
Local favorite ramen chain Ani Ramen House has announced that they are relaunching as a non-profit restaurant as of April 24th to help feed those in need and to provide a paycheck to their employees. As a way to give back to the community and remain open as a takeout restaurant, they will be reopening as Rock City Pizza and Bang Bang Chicken temporarily until things get back to … [Read more...]
Support local businesses, buy a gift card
Many local businesses made the difficult decision to close their doors during the pandemic. In order to continue supporting these businesses while they wait for everything to get better, consider buying a gift card to enjoy their services once this is all over. You can get gift cards from most businesses, and many of them are offering discounts and matches. Here are some that … [Read more...]
10 celiac-friendly spots in and around Jersey City
When you're close to someone who has Celiac disease, you quickly learn the difference between "gluten-free" and "celiac-safe." While it's great that people with gluten sensitivities have options in many restaurants today, individuals who have Celiac disease may not be able to enjoy foods if there's a possibility of cross-contamination. This makes it difficult for celiacs to … [Read more...]
Hudson Restaurant Week winter edition is larger than ever
Hudson Restaurant Week celebrates their Sweet 16 this winter with their largest list of restaurants ever! There are 60+ participating restaurants that span more towns of Hudson County, from Bayonne to Harrison to Guttenberg and everything in between! Jersey City is well represented with 30 restaurants, including 5 that are new to the list: Bistro Jeffrey’s, Delenio, Left Bank … [Read more...]
9 new food + drink spots in Jersey City
There's always something new opening in the area. ICYMI, here are some spots that have recently opened in Jersey City within the past 2-3 months! Let us know if we missed any of your faves and we'll add them to the post. Open Now Manny's Lounge 210 Hudson St https://www.instagram.com/p/B7G7IW6nKCm/ Located in the Harborside Atrium, Manny's Lounge is a great … [Read more...]
6 festive spots in Jersey City + Hoboken to get you in the holiday spirit
Who doesn’t love a well-decorated holiday display? If you’re grabbing dinner and drinks in Jersey City and Hoboken anytime this month, here are some festive spots to check out! Cellar335 – Sleighs n Leis 335 Newark Ave, Jersey City https://www.instagram.com/p/B5eBJeGnuMq/?igshid=16ytk7xoyzw28 For the winter season, Cellar 335 becomes Sleighs n Leis! They’re all … [Read more...]
