Moving to New Jersey? Here’s a list of
Our Favorite New Jersey Attractions,
Hot Spots, and Restaurants
- Newark Museum (49 Washington St): Founded in 1909 by John Cotton Dana to showcase the best of art, science, history, and technology. Major collections include American art, decorative arts, and contemporary pieces. A century of culture packed into one place!
- 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.
- 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.
- Take It To The Streets Neighborhood Block Party: This summer, Trenton is bringing fun straight to neighborhoods that need it most! Every Monday and Wednesday evening, residents enjoy street basketball, bowling, skating, biking, a Game Truck, moon bounces, crafts, face painting, food, and music activities.
- Hell’s Kitchen Lounge (150 Lafayette St): A kitschy and quirky bar that runs theme nights and showcases local bands.
- Afro Beat Fest: Celebrate African culture at this annual family-friendly festival where music, art, fashion, and dance collide.
- 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.
- 1911 Smoke House Barbeque (11 W Front St, Trenton): This small, family-style barbecue joint in downtown Trenton is known for its creative cocktails like spiked cherry coke and a salted caramel chocolate martini.
- Royal Cakes and Cafe (240 E State Street, Trenton): A hidden gem in Trenton, serving some of the best soul food and cupcakes around. Their milkshakes (topped with cupcakes, whipped cream, and even cookies) are a must-try.
- 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.
- Old Barracks Museum (101 Barrack St, Trenton): Take a trip back in time to the iconic, restored barracks and revisit Colonial American history.
- Teixeira’s Bakery (113-129 Kossuth St): This little Portuguese bakery is worth the trip for their legendary egg tarts. A true mom-and-pop atmosphere that transports you straight to Lisbon.































































