Here Are 5 North Jersey Restaurants To Try That Opened Last Month

NORTH JERSEY, NJ — Restaurants are bouncing back after the pandemic. In just the last six weeks, a number of eateries have either opened or announced openings in North Jersey. Several of them are dessert shops. So, treat yourself!

Here are five North Jersey restaurants hoping to serve you soon:

The Gyro Project, Fort Lee

The Gyro Project, at 2151 Lemoine Ave., Fort Lee, opened July 5. The "new elevated Greek fast-casual concept" was curated by Bergen County residents George Tenedios, founder of Manhattan’s most popular salad chain, fresh&co, and Spiro Kokkosis, owner of several Times Square staples such as Majestic Deli, Premier Deli, and The Times Eatery.

The menu is "authentic Greek street food with a modern twist," a spokesperson said. "Customers can enjoy house-stacked gyros, souvlaki, bowls, salads, rotisserie meats & poultry- all using clean ingredients, with several vegan options as well." Special dishes include sesame-crusted baked feta, honey-drizzled saganaki, croquettes, and Greek-style lamb chops. There are also dessert options, like Greek donuts.

The concept also features an extensive “Agora’ or Marketplace for small-batch craft Greek imported packaged items such as infused vinegar, high-quality olive oils, house-blended custom spices & rubs, pre-packaged snacks, and small-batch dips. Follow them on Instargram @thegyroproject or see www.thegyroproject.com.

Toast x Bowl, Hoboken

With healthy rice bowls, special sandwiches, fruity beverages, coffee, and baked goods, the new Toast x Bowl on Hoboken's main drag is here to serve you.

The concept is a first for the owners, who opened their doors a little over a week ago. Find out more on their website and see their menu below. They're located at 328 Washington St., an easy walk of seven blocks from the train plaza.

Krishna's Kitchen, Bridgewater

Krishna’s Kitchen, a new authentic Indian restaurant, opened at 85 Old York Road in the Bradley Gardens section of Bridgewater. The eatery showcases the flavors of Gujarat, North India, and South India.

As part of its grand opening, the restaurant is offering 10 percent off all orders over $50 through Aug. 29.

The menu includes hot beverages, breakfast, soup, appetizers and main courses. Dishes include Keju Kurry, Palak Paneer, Medu Vada, Masala Uttapam, Curd Rice, and more. Read more about it here.

Farinella Artisanal Pizza & Bakery, Newark

Farinella Artisanal Pizza & Bakery opened its doors in mid-June. The eatery's third location — and first in New Jersey — is located at The Junction at Gateway in Newark.

It will be open from Monday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Check out photos of the unique slices and toppings here.

Country Cafe, Wyckoff

It's not open yet, but the Country Cafe in Franklin Lakes recently announced that they lost their lease, and plan to reopen next month in Wyckoff. The country-themed establishment serves a hearty mix of healthy and comfort foods for breakfast and lunch. They're coming to the Wyckoff Shopping Center at 637 Wyckoff Ave., home of 3 Chicas, Meyer's House of Sweets, and other establishments.

The cafe boasts varieties of pancakes, eggs, sandwiches, and salads, all with a country sensibility. Find out more here. And see the sendoff they got in town here.

Coming This Week: Ice Cream Pops

We did mention that several dessert shops are coming soon. Among them, the Mexican Ice Cream Shop Morelia Paletas, based in Florida and North Carolina, will open a location on Hoboken's Washington Street, serving their unique ice cream pops on a stick in flavors from s'mores to passion fruit. They say they're aiming to open by the end of the month. Find out s'more about them here.

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