Openings
Roy Rogers, Cherry Hill
The iconic Roy Rogers restaurant, beloved for its Western-themed quick-service dining experience, is making a return to the southern New Jersey region for the first time since the 1980s. The new location is expected to open in spring 2025. Longtime Roy’s fans can expect the signature roast beef, fried chicken, and burgers, along with the famous Fixin’s Bar.
Bucky’s Pizza, Chatham
Previously a popular mobile food truck, Bucky’s now has a brick-and-mortar location. Founder Dom Calise spent a year perfecting his naturally leavened dough, which forms the base for Detroit-style pizza and round sourdough pies. Try the hot honey pepperoni pizza!
Blue Ridge Cafe, Ridgewood
This family-owned coffee shop serves boutique roasted coffee from Brooklyn and freshly made desserts inspired by family recipes. The menu also includes salads, sandwiches and juices. Brunch is coming, too.
Black Cuppy Cafe, Fort Lee
Located in downtown Fort Lee, this cafe features coffee, tea, smoothies and various food selections.
Closings
TGI Friday’s recently closed four New Jersey restaurants, in Bridgewater, North Brunswick, Piscataway and Watchung. Published reports say the company is preparing for a bankruptcy filing, according to Bloomberg.
No one knows New Jersey like we do. Sign up for one of our free newsletters here. Want a print magazine mailed to you? Purchase an issue from our online store.
