Somerset County Area Restaurants That Will Be Open On Christmas

For many families, eating out is a Christmas tradition. Here are the places that will open Dec. 25.

Newly Renovated Bridgewater McDonald’s Hosts Grand Re-Opening

The event will feature raffles for a TV, Google Home, and Somerset Patriots tickets. Sparkee, Somerset Patriots mascot, will also be there.

Somerville Food Tour Is A Hit With Locals, Announces More Dates

The Jersey Girls walking tour stops at Somerville restaurants to sample food, drink and talk to chefs. A bar-focused tour is also planned.

These Ice Cream Shops Are Staying Open Through Fall

Some local ice cream shops will remain open into December to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Food Tours Coming To Downtown Somerville

The first walking tour is Saturday, Nov. 3 where you stop at Somerville restaurants to sample food and drink and can talk to chefs.

Bridgewater Applebee’s Offering $1 ‘ZOMBIE’ Drink All Month

It's topped with a gummy brain.

24-Hour QuickChek, Gas Station To Open In Raritan On Oct. 2

Grand opening promotions include a free large QuickChek hot coffee, all 6-inch QuickChek subs are $3, 2 for $3 empanadas and more.

Olive Garden Secretly Adds New Pumpkin Dessert In Bridgewater

Guests can visit the Bridgewater location and order the secret dessert this week for a sneak taste before it unveils officially on Monday.

Cheech's Own Secretly Opens Overnight With Speakeasy-Themed Party

Here's how an exclusive group of people were able to crack the code and get into Cheech's Own launch party on Main Street in Somerville.

Bridgewater Ruby Tuesday Abruptly Closes

The restaurant chain listed the site as "permanently closed;" the chain closed nearly 100 locations in 2017.

Outpost BBQ Closes, Wild Burger To Open In Bridgewater

If you've driven by 3205 Route 202 you may have noticed the Outpost Barbeque sign has been removed and replaced with a Wild Burger sign.

2 Somerset County Restaurants Named Among 30 Best In NJ

The restaurants were named in New Jersey Monthly's August issue of the best restaurants in New Jersey.

Somerset County’s First Brew Pub Plans Fall Opening

Construction has begun at Village Brewing Company in Somerville that will serve up seasonal craft beers, Progressive American-Style cuisine.

Raritan Pizzeria Among 10 Best In NJ To Get A Tomato Pie

New Jersey is known for its tomato pies – and here are 10 places that USA Today says are the best.

Playa Bowls Opens In Somerville

Playa Bowls, the smoothie bowl shop, opened their first Somerset County location on West Main Street in Somerville on Wednesday.

Modern Latin Restaurant To Open In Somerville

Salted Lime, a Latin-inspired restaurant, is the newest concept from Mark Daniel Hospitality, which owns Uproot in Warren.

McDonald's Expands Delivery In Bridgewater

McDonald's customers in Somerset County can now have their burgers, fries, beverages and desserts delivered right to them through Uber Eats.

Bridgewater Local Is Brewing Up Organic Coffee In Somerville

Cheech’s Own is planning on opening later this summer with coffee, tea and kombucha on tap and growlers to fill.

Bridgewater's Blaze Pizza To Host Fundraiser Friday

All 7 Blaze Pizza restaurants in New Jersey will be donating 20 percent of proceeds to the American Cancer Society of New Jersey on Friday.

Legislation Would Allow Dogs In NJ Microbreweries

Senator Mike Doherty (R-23) introduced the bill that would allow dogs in sampling and tasting areas. What do you think?

NJ Spots Offering Father's Day Specials

Applebee's, Chevys Fresh Mex and Baskin-Robbins are all offering specials for dads this Sunday.

22 West Tap & Grill To Honor Bridgewater Woman's Memory

22 West Tap & Grill is hosting a fundraiser Saturday in honor of Ashley Cardona of Bridgewater who died in a head-on crash in Bernardsville.

Char To Open Casual Burger And Ice Cream Joint In Bridgewater

Char Burger and Creamery will serve up burgers, ice cream, sundaes and milkshakes and have a playground in the back for kids.

22 West Tap & Grill To Add Parking, Outdoor Dining Area

The outdoor dining area will have seating for 62 people, an outdoor bar with 2 televisions and a gas fireplace.

Half-Priced Bottles Of Wine For Mom At Applebee's

All bottles of red, white and rosé wines will be offered at half-price on Mother’s Day at local Applebee's locations.

5 Mexican Eateries To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo In Bridgewater

Check out these top rated Mexican restaurants in and around the area, according to Google.

Soul Bowls Is Coming To Bridgewater’s Farmer’s Market

Scotch Plains Local wants you to spend time feeding your soul with her tasty, healthy, organic bowls.

Woman Infected With E. Coli Sues Panera Bread In Raritan

The Flemington woman was hospitalized after eating a salad from the Panera Bread in Raritan, which she claims was contaminated by E. coli.

Chipotle Opens Bridgewater Location On Thursday

The first 50 customers in line on grand opening day will receive a SWAG bag.

Panera Bread Possible Culprit In E. Coli Cases In 4 NJ Counties

New details point to Panera Bread as a possible culprit in a string of recent E. coli cases with 8 people hospitalized in 4 NJ counties.

Playa Bowls Is Hoping To Open Just In Time For Summer

Playa Bowls, the smoothie bowl shop, will open their first Somerset County location on West Main Street in Somerville.

E. Coli Cases May Be Associated With Food Chain In NJ: State

NJ Department of Health is investigating a cluster of E. Coli cases in at least 3 counties that may be associated with a restaurant chain.

Applebee's $1 Margaritas Are Back For April In Bridgewater

Applebee's is bringing pack the promotion for April to celebrate the return of warmer weather. And this includes the Bridgewater location.

The Habit To Serve Up New Guacamole Crunch Charburger

The Guacamole Crunch Charburger is topped with a tostada shell, house made guacamole pico de gallo, melted cheese, and ancho chile sauce.

Blaze Pizza Opens Thursday In Bridgewater

Also on Friday anyone who comes to Blaze Pizza and follows them on social media will get a free 11-inch pizza with toppings.

Uncle Vinnie's Clam Bar Up Nominated For Culinary Award

The Pluckemin Inn in Bedminster and Project P.U.B. and Shumi in Somerville are also nominated for 2018 Garden State Culinary Arts Awards.

Chipotle To Open In Bridgewater On April 12

The new Bridgewater Chipotle restaurant will open in the Chimney Rock Crossing complex and is currently hiring.

Raritan Jersey Mike's Subs To Donate 100% Of Sales To Charity

On Wednesday, Jersey Mike's Subs will be donating 100% of sales to local charities including Steps Together in Hillsborough.

Olive Garden Celebrates Last Blue Moon Of The Year

Guests who order a 22-ounce Blue Moon Belgian White at Olive Garden will be served in a commemorative pilsner glass​.

Get Free Italian Ice, Ice Cream Cones Tuesday In Bridgewater

To celebrate the first day of spring, local businesses are offering free frozen treats. Details here: