Opening

Blended Joe Coffee Bar, Sewell

Blended Joe Coffee Bar is the first brick-and-mortar location for this specialty coffee roaster, founded in 2018 and based in Cinnaminson. The coffee bar serves its uniquely flavored roasts—like Swiss chocolate almond, butterscotch crème and salted caramel—in hot, iced and frozen varieties. Coffee grounds, beans and K-cups are also for sale in shop.
745 Woodbury Glassboro Road

Graze Brunch Kitchen, Ho-Ho-Kus

At this new brunch spot, open daily from 7 am-3 pm, coffee and pastries are served during the first hour. The full menu begins at 8 am. Dishes include salted caramel French toast, scrambled eggs in a brioche roll, French onion soup, avocado toast, green goddess kale salad, and a chopped Italian sandwich. A variety of coffees, teas and juices are available as well.
611 North Maple Avenue

101 Chicken, Fort Lee

This new fast-casual spot serves a variety of Korean fried chicken wings and sandwiches. Some flavors include hot pepper, potato crisp, sweet and spicy, and garlic crumble. Also on the menu: Chi-Rimp (a combination of fried chicken and shrimp), ddukbokki (rice cakes in gochujang sauce), crunchy cheese balls, fries and pickled radishes. Unique fun fact about 101 Chicken? Robotic kitchen technology assists in cooking and preparing the food.
2151 Lemoine Avenue

Closing

Joe’s Crab Shack, Deptford

The last remaining Joe’s Crab Shack in the state is slated to close by the end of the month. According to several reports, the restaurant’s COO, Terry Turney, shared that it will close on May 26 “due to a natural lease expiration.” The chain is known for serving seafood specials and combos, including varieties of shrimp, crab and lobster, at reasonable prices. Following the closure, the closest Joe’s Crab Shack to New Jersey will be in Pittsburgh.
2000 Clements Bridge Road

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