Moving to New Jersey? Here’s a list of
Our Favorite New Jersey Attractions,
Hot Spots, and Restaurants
- Old Barracks Museum (101 Barrack St, Trenton): Take a trip back in time to the iconic, restored barracks and revisit Colonial American history.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Hell’s Kitchen Lounge (150 Lafayette St): A kitschy and quirky bar that runs theme nights and showcases local bands.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
































































