Moving to New Jersey? Here’s a list of
Our Favorite New Jersey Attractions,
Hot Spots, and Restaurants
- Kinjo (159 Washington St): Chef Jamie Knott’s latest hotspot has a sake cocktail list, a live DJ, ice-cold Japanese beers on draft, and a constant stream of anime playing on TV screens.
- Trenton Farmers Market (960 Spruce St, Lawrence Township): New Jersey’s oldest continuously running farmers market is the ultimate spot for fresh, straight-from-the-farm veggies. You’ll also find a mix of African market goods, vegan food shops, a crystal shop, handmade soaps, and unique jewelry.
- Clements Place Jazz (15 Washington St): This charming, unpretentious spot delivers hip jazz classics from up-and-coming talents born and bred on the East Coast.
- Old Barracks Museum (101 Barrack St, Trenton): Take a trip back in time to the iconic, restored barracks and revisit Colonial American history.
- Movies Under the Stars: To breathe new life into Trenton and draw in more visitors, the city is organizing summer events and welcoming new arts and cultural organizations, museums, and festivals. A highlight is free, outdoor films for kids and families.
- Aljira Museum (591 Broad St): Aljira means ‘dream time’ in Indigenous Australia and this artist-centered space in Newark is where contemporary creations and artistic vision come to life.
- Branch Brook Park: This scenic, 360-acre county park is famous for its 5,300 cherry blossoms, maintained by the Branch Brook Park Alliance who ensure the blooms live up to their reputation.
- Hell’s Kitchen Lounge (150 Lafayette St): A kitschy and quirky bar that runs theme nights and showcases local bands.
- Candlelight Lounge (24 Passaic St, Trenton): This intimate jazz club brings back the old-school vibe with authentic jazz performances and appreciative audiences. Soul food dinner buffet is included with the cover charge.
- Classified (23 Newark International Airport St): Newark Airport’s secret, invite-only restaurant is hidden away in C Terminal. United passengers can enjoy a gourmet meal with excellent runway views before takeoff.
- North to Shore Festival: This three-week-long extravaganza celebrates music, film, technology, comedy, art, history, and more across Atlantic City, Asbury Park, and Newark. The 2024 lineup includes Matchbox Twenty, Kevin Hart, Bleachers, and Stephen Colbert, plus Newark’s first-ever yoga festival.
- Jo Jo’s Tavern (2677 Nottingham Way, Trenton): Famous locally for their cheddar cheese bar pies, Jo Jo’s Tavern is a pizza lover’s paradise. Even Barstool’s Dave tried their mustard and pork pizza—why not give it a shot?


































































