Deli Goes Bankrupt; Diner Reopens After Fires; New Restaurant: South Jersey Business News

What's opening, what's closing and what's changing in South Jersey? Here are some of the business stories making recent news across the region.

Kibitz Room Closure Developments

The Kibitz Room, a well-known deli in Cherry Hill, filed for bankruptcy after closing a week earlier without notice or explanation. The former owner also told Patch he wants to get back into the space and restore it. More.

Diner Reopens After Fire Renovations

Meadows Diner in Gloucester Township has reopened after a series of small fires. The diner renovated its lighting system after pinpointing the neons as the cause of each blaze. More.

Salad Restaurant Chain Reaches BurlCo

Just Salad, a fast-casual restaurant chain, has opened a new location at Centerton Square in Mount Laurel. This is the second location in South Jersey for the plant-centric business and the first in Burlington County. More.

Cannabis Revenue Rises For South Jersey Town

Tax revenue from weed dispensaries surged for Gloucester Township in 2025, according to figures from local officials. Gloucester Township, one of South Jersey's largest municipalities, opted to allow cannabis businesses to operate within their borders after it became legal in the state. More.

Romantic Dining

The Franklinville Inn is one of the 100 most romantic restaurants in the nation, according to a list released by OpenTable ahead of Valentine's Day. More on the restaurant.

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