October is National Women's Small Business Month! Celebrate by supporting the many local businesses that are owned and operated by women. This is by no means a comprehensive list of the many women-owned businesses in the area. We just wanted to highlight some of our favorites in Jersey City! Let us know which businesses you love that are owned and operated by women. 9 … [Read more...]
14 spots to get Peruvian food in Hudson County
If you're ever in need of filling, delicious, flavorful comfort food, treat yourself to classic Peruvian dishes from the many restaurants in Hudson County. With plenty to choose from, check out some of our favorite local spots for Peruvian cuisine. My Apartment Cafe 301 Avenue C, Bayonne https://www.instagram.com/p/B7NDupNHwPw/ Open: Tuesday through … [Read more...]
10 new food spots to check out in Hudson County
Looking for something to new to eat? Haven't been keeping up with any new spots? Check out some of these recently-opened restaurants in the area! Two Crepes 276 1st St, Jersey City https://www.instagram.com/p/CE-ZbLVDuyC/ Along with their Union City location, Two Crepes has opened their shop in the former location of The Big Straw. Stop by for tasty crepes, waffles, … [Read more...]
Your Guide to Indoor Dining in New Jersey
This week, Governor Murphy announced that restaurants will be able to open for indoor dining starting September 4th. Restaurants will be able to open with limited capacity, right on time for Labor Day weekend! Guidelines As highlighted by the State of New Jersey, restaurants are expected to follow these policies (along with previously established policies for Outdoor … [Read more...]
10 spots to grab a beer this weekend
August 7 is International Beer Day
It's International Beer Day! Grab a beer from your favorite local spot or discover someplace new. Here are just a few places to consider for a beer or two! Barcade 163 Newark Ave https://www.instagram.com/p/CDMULSWjtu4/ Departed Soles 150 Bay St https://www.instagram.com/p/CCyPVhfj61-/ O'Leary's Publik House 788 Garfield … [Read more...]
7 COVID-friendly date ideas
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...]
