Charlestown, MA
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Taco John's Expanding Into MA, CT With 22 New Restaurants On The Menu Taco John's Expanding Into MA, CT With 22 New Restaurants On The Menu
Taco John's Expanding Into MA, CT With 22 New Restaurants On The Menu A Tex-Mex fast food chain popular in the Midwest and Great Plains is making a sharp move east with expansion plans in New England. Taco John's is in the process of opening 22 restaurants across Massachusetts and Connecticut, the company said in a news release on Wednesday, April 9. Three locations have already opened in the Bay State, with the newest one at 77 Summer Street in Boston's Downtown Crossing section. The chain began its New England expansion in 2023 with the opening of restaurants in Lawrence and Leominster. Before 2023, the nearest Taco John's to Massachusetts was in Ohio.…

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by Chris Spiker
Ridgefield Park-Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
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Bendix Diner For Sale After Shutdown: Here's What Could Replace It, How Former Owner Is Coping Bendix Diner For Sale After Shutdown: Here's What Could Replace It, How Former Owner Is Coping
Bendix Diner For Sale After Shutdown: Here's What Could Replace It, How Former Owner Is Coping The once-bustling Bendix Diner on Route 17 in Hasbrouck Heights is officially up for sale, months after borough officials shut it down for code and sanitation violations. The diner’s owner, John Diakakis, is understandably heartbroken. "This is not the way I would've wanted things to end," he said. Diakakis, who is blind, said he still visits the shuttered diner three or four times a week, walking through the empty space that once kept him busy seven days a week. When the landmark eatery was forced to close in January, Diakakis was left at a loss. A GoFundMe launched shortly after brought…

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by Cecilia Levine
Clifton, NJ
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Public House 46 To Close After Nearly 20 Years, Owner Explains Why Public House 46 To Close After Nearly 20 Years, Owner Explains Why
Public House 46 To Close After Nearly 20 Years, Owner Explains Why Public House 46 in Clifton will be closing for good after service on Sunday, April 6, owner Robby Corujo confirmed to Daily Voice. The longtime Route 46 hotspot, located at 1081 US-46, has been a go-to for locals looking to catch a game, hear live music, or enjoy a classic burger and beer. But Corujo says it’s time for a new chapter. “The reason why I’m closing is due to limited parking,” said Corujo, who also owns the Wayne Ale House, known for its massive pizzas. “I’m unable to run the bar/restaurant the way I would like.” Corujo took over ownership in 2006. Prior to that, the place was …

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by Cecilia Levine
Towson, MD
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Baltimore Hot Spot Earns James Beard Nomination For Beverage Brilliance Baltimore Hot Spot Earns James Beard Nomination For Beverage Brilliance
Baltimore Hot Spot Earns James Beard Nomination For Beverage Brilliance A standout Baltimore restaurant is once again putting Maryland on the national culinary map. Charleston, the award-winning eatery in Baltimore’s Harbor East, has been named a 2025 finalist for a prestigious James Beard Award in the category of “Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program,” officials announced. The nomination celebrates Charleston’s expertly curated wine and beverage offerings — placing the restaurant among just five finalists nationwide.  Google Maps street view Other nominees include Bar Brava in Minneapolis, Campo at Los Poblanos in New Mexico, MARCH in Hous…

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by Zak Failla
Hartford, CT
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Hooters Files For Bankruptcy, Joining Wave Of Struggling Restaurant Chains Hooters Files For Bankruptcy, Joining Wave Of Struggling Restaurant Chains
Hooters Files For Bankruptcy, Joining Wave Of Struggling Restaurant Chains Hooters, the restaurant famous for chicken wings and waitresses with skimpy outfits, is the latest national chain to file for bankruptcy. Hooters of America officially announced the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in a news release on Monday, Mar. 31. The Atlanta-based company filed for bankruptcy in a Texas federal court as part of a plan to sell off its corporate-owned locations and shift to a franchise-only model. The company said the move comes with "near unanimous support from key stakeholders" and aims to streamline operations while keeping all restaurants open during the restructuring p…

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by Chris Spiker
Hartford, CT
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Burrito Panic Over: Chipotle Denies Closure Rumors After Bankruptcy False Claim Spreads Burrito Panic Over: Chipotle Denies Closure Rumors After Bankruptcy False Claim Spreads
Burrito Panic Over: Chipotle Denies Closure Rumors After Bankruptcy False Claim Spreads Don't worry, Chipotle fans. Barbacoa burritos aren't going anywhere. Chipotle Mexican Grill has denied social media rumors that claimed the fast-casual restaurant chain is closing locations and filing for bankruptcy. A company spokesperson confirmed Chiptole isn't downsizing in an email to the Daily Voice on Wednesday, Mar. 26. The rumors appear to have started with a story by Madrid-based outlet Unión Rayo, Newsweek reported. The aggregate site from Spain used an image of the Chipotle logo while reporting on the closure of the chain's spinoff, Farmesa Fresh Eatery. The test location …

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by Chris Spiker
Yonkers, NY
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Iconic Pizza Franchise With Yonkers Location Announces 'Fresh, Vibrant' Spring Special Iconic Pizza Franchise With Yonkers Location Announces 'Fresh, Vibrant' Spring Special
Iconic Pizza Franchise With Yonkers Location Announces 'Fresh, Vibrant' Spring Special Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, the legendary Connecticut-based pizza institution with a Westchester locale, is marking its 100th anniversary with a fresh new menu item.  Pepe’s, known coast-to-coast as “Pepe’s Pizza,” launched its spring special, "The Caprese," on Tuesday, March 25, as part of its year-long centennial celebration.  According to the chain, The Caprese is topped with a creamy nut-free pesto sauce, fresh and whole milk mozzarella, roasted marinated cherry tomatoes, garlic, Pecorino Romano, and a rich imported olive oil blend. It’s available now through June 1 a…

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by Ben Crnic
Urbana, MD
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Car Crashed Through Storefront, But This Maryland Restaurant Is Back And Ready To Celebrate Car Crashed Through Storefront, But This Maryland Restaurant Is Back And Ready To Celebrate
Car Crashed Through Storefront, But This Maryland Restaurant Is Back And Ready To Celebrate A popular Greek restaurant in Maryland is ready to welcome back customers just weeks after a car plowed through its storefront, forcing it to close for repairs. Big Greek Cafe in Urbana has officially reopened, restaurant officials announced, and the comeback will culminate with a Grand Reopening and Greek Independence Day Celebration on Monday, March 25. The restaurant temporarily shut down after a car crashed through the front of the business in the 3200 block of Bennett Creek Avenue in January officials said. Two people, including the driver and a guest inside the restaurant, were evalu…

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by Zak Failla
Cape May, NJ
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Emily Blunt Spotted Dining Out In Cape May Emily Blunt Spotted Dining Out In Cape May
Emily Blunt Spotted Dining Out In Cape May Emily Blunt got a little taste of the Jersey Shore on Thursday, March 13. The actress, who is in town shooting Steven Spielberg's new movie, had dinner at Primal in Cape May, the restaurant shared on social media. Posted by Primal By Mia on Thursday, March 13, 2025 I just had the pleasure of cooking for Emily Blunt ! She loved everything tonight ❤️❤️@emilyblunt Posted by Primal By Mia on Thursday, March 13, 2025 Restaurant owner Mia Chiarella told NJ.com, Blunt ordered the restaurant’s surf and turf.  “She told me everything was delicious and it was the best lobster…

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by Sam Barron
Pleasantville, NY
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Eatery Serving Celebrity Chef-Backed Dining To Open In Pleasantville: Here's When Eatery Serving Celebrity Chef-Backed Dining To Open In Pleasantville: Here's When
Eatery Serving Celebrity Chef-Backed Dining To Open In Pleasantville: Here's When Pleasantville is about to get a major culinary upgrade as a "delivery-first" food hall concept is set to open its newest location in the heart of the village later this month.    Wonder, located at 70 Memorial Plaza, will open its fourth Westchester County locale on Thursday, March 20.  The restaurant hub will offer an extensive selection of dishes curated by world-renowned chefs and award-winning restaurants from across the country. Customers who stop by the eatery will be able to order food inspired by several iconic chefs such as Bobby Flay, Jose Andres, Nancy S…

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by Ben Crnic
Poughkeepsie, NY
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Hudson Valley, Meet Your 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Winners! Hudson Valley, Meet Your 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Winners!
Hudson Valley, Meet Your 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Winners! The votes are in, and the excitement is real! After weeks of nominations, weeks of enthusiastic voting, and incredible local support, we’re thrilled to reveal the winners of the 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Awards! Spanning six major categories—Food & Drink, Health & Beauty, Arts & Entertainment, Home & Service, Shopping, and Professional—your votes have crowned the top picks in 86 different fields. From favorite restaurants and top-rated salons to skilled tradespeople and must-visit entertainment spots, this year’s winners showcase the very best of the Hudson Valley. Bu…

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by Daily Voice
Hackensack, NJ
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Bergen County, Meet Your 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Winners! Bergen County, Meet Your 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Winners!
Bergen County, Meet Your 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Winners! The votes are in, and the excitement is real! After weeks of nominations, weeks of enthusiastic voting, and incredible local support, we’re thrilled to reveal the winners of the 2024 Daily Voice Readers’ Choice Awards! Spanning six major categories—Food & Drink, Health & Beauty, Arts & Entertainment, Home & Service, Shopping, and Professional—your votes have crowned the top picks in 86 different fields. From favorite restaurants and top-rated salons to skilled tradespeople and must-visit entertainment spots, this year’s winners showcase the very best of Bergen County. But th…

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