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Alfalfa, Hoboken

One of Hoboken’s beloved fast-casual eateries has opened another location downtown. Alfalfa—a health- and balance-focused eatery that serves everything from salads and wraps to donuts and coffee—got its start in 2018 while selling food at the Hoboken Farmers’ Market; its first space opened a year later. There’s also a Jersey City location (and a Princeton one on the way).
92 Bloomfield Street

Sweetgreen, Morristown

One of the country’s most popular chains opened another Jersey location this week. Sweetgreen serves a variety of salads, warm bowls and protein plates for takeout or dine-in. The new Morristown location celebrated its grand opening on Tuesday with giveaways and an ice-cream bar—and for every meal purchased, one meal was donated to Nourish.NJ, a nonprofit that helps those experiencing food insecurity in Morris County.
110 Morris Street, Suite 1

The Gameroom, East Rutherford 

Amid the array of action-packed activities and dining experiences at the American Dream mall comes a new adventure, fit for children and adults alike. The Gameroom features an interactive arcade inspired by games like Monopoly, Nerf, Battleship and more. It features an on-site restaurant, bar and even a Candy Land-inspired milkshake bar, slinging large, decked-out indulgences.
1 American Dream Way

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Fogo de Chão, Bridgewater

The beloved Brazilian steakhouse chain has opened its third Jersey restaurant, following the 2023 openings of its Paramus and Wayne locations. Waiters waltz around the dining area, slicing fine meats off of tableside skewers. Several salads, sides, cheeses, desserts and craft cocktails are on the menu as well.
400 Commons Way, Suite 279

Fuchsia Bowls, Berkeley Heights

At this vibrant smoothie-bowl joint, choose from a variety of açaí, pitaya, banana and coconut smoothie bases, finished off with your desired fruit and other fun toppings. Juices, refreshers and regular smoothies are also available. Fuchsia Bowls comes from the team behind plant-based eatery The Hidden Chickpea in Madison, and Craft Bagel Co. in Berkeley Heights.
487 Springfield Avenue

Tommy’s Tavern + Tap, Edgewater

Classic bar food, shareables, burgers, salads, pizza, sushi and more are served at this upbeat tavern, as is an extensive list of draft beers, wines, housemade sangrias, signature cocktails and non-alcoholic brews. This is Tommy’s tenth Jersey location.
11 The Promenade

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