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Nyack Wine Bar Named One Of Nation’s Top 50 New Restaurants: New Report Nyack Wine Bar Named One Of Nation’s Top 50 New Restaurants: New Report
Nyack Wine Bar Named One Of Nation’s Top 50 New Restaurants: New Report A Rockland County newcomer is getting national attention after being named one of the best new restaurants in the entire country by a new rankings.  Louie’s Next Door, which opened in May 2025 at 19 North Broadway in Nyack, was included among the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic section in Wine Enthusiast’s recent list of the Top 50 New Restaurants in America. The magazine praised the spot as “ostensibly a wine bar,” but one with serious culinary chops thanks to Chef Tony Scotto, who has “five-star bona fides.” Dishes like shredded squid tossed with rosemary, lemon, and almond, and mango wrapped…
Burger King Unveils New Whopper Burger King Unveils New Whopper
Burger King Unveils New Whopper Burger King is letting customers help shape its menu, starting with a smoky new twist on its signature sandwich. The fast-food chain has just rolled out the BBQ Brisket Whopper, the first release under its new “Whopper by You” platform, which invites customers to submit ideas for future Whopper creations.  The new burger features slow-cooked BBQ brisket, crispy onions, American cheese, and a sweet golden BBQ sauce on a flame-grilled beef patty with lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise. It’s available in both regular and Whopper Jr. sizes. The “Whopper by You” program marks Burger King’s pu…
These Are NJ's Best Doughnut Shops, In Honor Of National Donut Day These Are NJ's Best Doughnut Shops, In Honor Of National Donut Day
These Are NJ's Best Doughnut Shops, In Honor Of National Donut Day Craving something glazed, stuffed, or sugar-dusted? We've got you covered. Friday, June 6 is National Donut Day, and if you’re not already in line somewhere with coffee in hand, Daily Voice readers and review sites like Yelp and Google have some suggestions. Here are some of North Jersey’s most-loved doughnut shops, according to local buzz: 🍩 Sopoong, Wyckoff –  Sopoong, which translates to picnic, is a Korean café that offers a rotating menu of mochi doughnuts. 🍩 Glaze Donuts, with locations in New Milford, Nutley, and West Caldwell, is a fan favorite for its over-the-top flavors an…
Popeyes Unveils New Snack Wraps As Fast-Food Chicken Wars Heat Up Popeyes Unveils New Snack Wraps As Fast-Food Chicken Wars Heat Up
Popeyes Unveils New Snack Wraps As Fast-Food Chicken Wars Heat Up McDonald's is falling behind in the snack wrap race to a company known for cooking up very popular chicken. Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen announced the launch of its new chicken snack wraps on Monday, June 2. The $3.99 wraps will come with Popeyes' hand-breaded chicken tenders in either a classic, spicy, or honey mustard spread. The limited-time wrap also includes lettuce, shredded cheese, and crunchy pickles. The snack is wrapped in a tortilla inspired by the fast-food chain's famous biscuits. The move puts Popeyes in direct competition with Burger King and Wendy's, which added snack wra…
Scoop Dreams Come True: National Ice Cream Shop Brand To Open Yonkers Locale Scoop Dreams Come True: National Ice Cream Shop Brand To Open Yonkers Locale
Scoop Dreams Come True: National Ice Cream Shop Brand To Open Yonkers Locale As summer approaches, ice cream lovers in Westchester have something to celebrate: a national sweet treat brand born on the streets of New York City is opening its first-ever location in the county.  Van Leeuwen Ice Cream will officially open its doors on Thursday, May 22, at the Ridge Hill shopping mall in Yonkers. The new shop will be located in Ridge Hill's Town Square.  To mark the occasion, Van Leeuwen is offering $1 scoops from 3 to 5 p.m. and free limited-edition totes to the first 100 customers starting at 3 p.m.  Founded in 2008 by Ben Van Leeuwen, Pete Van Lee…
KFC Brings Back Sweet, Savory Favorite After Five Years: Here's What's On The Menu KFC Brings Back Sweet, Savory Favorite After Five Years: Here's What's On The Menu
KFC Brings Back Sweet, Savory Favorite After Five Years: Here's What's On The Menu For the first time in more than five years, a sweet fan-favorite is back on KFC's menus nationwide. KFC is bringing back chicken and waffles on Monday, April 28, the fast-food chain announced in a news release. The sweet and savory pairing features KFC's famous crispy fried chicken, Liège-style waffles, and Mrs. Butterworth's syrup. The limited-time return marks the first nationwide offering of the item since its brief comeback in 2019. "We believe chicken and waffles is an American icon, said Catherine Tan-Gillespie, KFC's US president. "Flavorful, juicy and freshly fried s…
Colonie Pub Closing After 32 Years: 'It's Been A Pleasure And Honor' Colonie Pub Closing After 32 Years: 'It's Been A Pleasure And Honor'
Colonie Pub Closing After 32 Years: 'It's Been A Pleasure And Honor' After more than three decades of pouring pints and serving up Irish classics, a beloved Albany-area pub is closing its doors. O’Toole’s Restaurant Pub, located at 1814 Central Avenue in Colonie, will hold its final dinner service on Tuesday, May 27, after 32 years in business. Owner Anthony Gizzi — who also runs neighboring What’s Poppin — made the bittersweet announcement in a Facebook post Monday, April 7, thanking staff, customers, and the surrounding community for their support over the years. “Thirty two years of serving the community, our beloved patrons, and our cherished Village of…
Best Ice Cream In Westchester County In 2024: Longford's Ice Cream Best Ice Cream In Westchester County In 2024: Longford's Ice Cream
Best Ice Cream In Westchester County In 2024: Longford's Ice Cream We are thrilled to announce that Longford's Ice Cream in Larchmont has been named Best Ice Cream in Westchester County in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards!​ According to its website, Longford's Ice Cream began as a small-batch producer in 1992. Longford's commitment to quality, per its website, is evident in its production of over 60 flavors of ice cream—along with seasonal favorites and more than 30 flavors of sorbet and gelato—with each batch crafted using the finest cream, pure cane sugar, imported vanilla, rich cocoas, and premium ingredients, ensuring a fresh and creamy prod…
Best New Restaurant In The Hudson Valley In 2024: La Cantina Loca Restaurant & Bar Best New Restaurant In The Hudson Valley In 2024: La Cantina Loca Restaurant & Bar
Best New Restaurant In The Hudson Valley In 2024: La Cantina Loca Restaurant & Bar We are thrilled to announce that La Cantina Loca Restaurant & Bar has been named Best New Restaurant in the Hudson Valley in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its Facebook page, La Cantina Loca was founded by the Mendez family and offers a lively atmosphere where patrons can enjoy delicious Latin American cuisine, refreshing cocktails, and live music.  La Cantina Loca is open Tuesday through Sunday, per its Facebook page. Photo supplied by La Cantina Loca Restaurant & Bar A Readers' Choice voter hailed the eatery as "Great place to eat, drink, an…
Sweet News: Crumbl Opening Fourth Harrisburg-Area Cookie Shop In Swatara Township Sweet News: Crumbl Opening Fourth Harrisburg-Area Cookie Shop In Swatara Township
Sweet News: Crumbl Opening Fourth Harrisburg-Area Cookie Shop In Swatara Township Cookie lovers in the Harrisburg area will soon have another place for some very sweet treats. Crumbl Cookies will open a new location in Swatara Township on Friday, Feb. 21, the company said in a news release. The shop will be at 4640 High Pointe Boulevard in High Pointe Commons near Target and Petco. Owners Sam and Penny Yarbrough said their love for Crumbl started when friends sent them the brand's signature pink boxes during a difficult time. The experience inspired them to open a store of their own, hoping to "spread sweetness and cheer to even more people." The shop will be …
New Lobster Roll Restaurant In Allentown To Serve Maine Delicacy At First PA Location New Lobster Roll Restaurant In Allentown To Serve Maine Delicacy At First PA Location
New Lobster Roll Restaurant In Allentown To Serve Maine Delicacy At First PA Location A taste of the New England coast will arrive in the Lehigh Valley when a lobster restaurant opens its first Pennsylvania location. Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls will have a grand opening for its Allentown location at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 15, the company said in a news release. The restaurant will be at 2845 Center Valley Parkway in Promenade Saucon Valley. Customers at Mason's can order sustainably sourced lobster on either Connecticut-style rolls with warm butter or Maine-style rolls, which are chilled with mayonnaise. The menu also has other dishes highlighting shrimp …
'The Wait Is Over:' Popular Local Bar Blackjack Mulligan's Opens In Woodland Park 'The Wait Is Over:' Popular Local Bar Blackjack Mulligan's Opens In Woodland Park
'The Wait Is Over:' Popular Local Bar Blackjack Mulligan's Opens In Woodland Park Blackjack Mulligan's Public House, a popular destination for food and drink enthusiasts across Bergen and Passaic counties, is expanding with the opening of its highly anticipated third location. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Blackjack Mulligan’s Hawthorne 🍀 (@blackjacks_hawthorne) "The Wait Is OVER!" the pub said in breaking the news. The new Woodland Park spot will host a soft opening on Thursday, Jan. 9, at 3 p.m., at 1145 McBride Avenue. It takes over the former McBride's space, which closed last July, and promises to bring…
Philly Staple Bagels & Co. Opens First Suburban Location In Ardmore Philly Staple Bagels & Co. Opens First Suburban Location In Ardmore
Philly Staple Bagels & Co. Opens First Suburban Location In Ardmore A popular bagel Philadelphia-based bagel chain is now making a splash in the suburbs. The Bagels & Co. location in Ardmore opened just under three months ago at 43 Cricket Ave. Open daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., it's known for colorful offerings featuring over 30 types of spreads. Speciality cream cheeses include bacon scallion, birthday cake, gingerbread cookie, jalapeno cheddar, mango, maple bacon, oreo, salmon dill, and sun dried tomato tofu. The eatery also offers a variety of breakfast and made-to-order sandwiches. View this post on Instagram …
'Real Housewives' Star Is Latest Celeb To Dine At Greenwich Hotspot: 'Coziest Restaurant' 'Real Housewives' Star Is Latest Celeb To Dine At Greenwich Hotspot: 'Coziest Restaurant'
'Real Housewives' Star Is Latest Celeb To Dine At Greenwich Hotspot: 'Coziest Restaurant' A popular Fairfield County restaurant enjoyed a visit from a celebrity reality star of Bravo TV's "Real Housewives of New Jersey" over the Thanksgiving holiday. Housewives Danielle Cabral and her family stopped in to dine at Constantino’s Pasta Bowls in Greenwich during their travels up north for the holiday. The restaurant said Cabral and her family love spending time in the cozy environment enjoying appetizers, including fried calamari, mozzarella sticks, wings, and mozzarella Carozza.  They chose a restaurant favorite for their entrees: the spicy rigatoni in a bread bowl, Bang Bang…
This Is Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Dish In NY, Report Says This Is Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Dish In NY, Report Says
This Is Most Popular Thanksgiving Side Dish In NY, Report Says Move over, stuffing and cranberry sauce – this Thanksgiving side reigns supreme in the eyes of New Yorkers. Of all the delectable dishes to play second fiddle to the turkey, sweet potato casserole is the most popular in the Empire State, according to AllRecipes. The website analyzed its data from Turkey Days past to come up with its list of the most popular Thanksgiving side dishes in every state, based on recipe search volumes. A holiday staple for many, sweet potato casserole is typically made with brown sugar, butter, orange juice, and cinnamon, and topped with gooey marshmallows. Home…
Best Catered Thanksgiving Dinners Found At These Nassau County Restaurants, Foodies Say Best Catered Thanksgiving Dinners Found At These Nassau County Restaurants, Foodies Say
Best Catered Thanksgiving Dinners Found At These Nassau County Restaurants, Foodies Say Pie-ning to feast without the fuss? Thyme is running out to place your Thanksgiving order with these a-maize-ing Long Island restaurants. Entrepreneur Michael McCormick just isn’t in the cooking mood this year, but still yearns for a scrumptious holiday meal. So he turned to his fellow foodies to find Long Island’s best Thanksgiving caterers. “Concern is it’s going to be a bland, flavorless, low seasoning, small portion, overpriced disaster,” McCormick wrote on the Long Island Foodies Facebook group. “Just want the best meal I don’t have to cook on the table. Where can I get a bird and som…
New Restaurant Making Mark In First Year Of Business In Nyack New Restaurant Making Mark In First Year Of Business In Nyack
New Restaurant Making Mark In First Year Of Business In Nyack Open for just over a year, a new Hudson Valley restaurant is winning praise for food, music, and drinks from foodies and online reviewers. Located in Rockland County, the Nyack Social, at 125 Main St., in Nyack, serves lunch, brunch on weekends, and dinner, offering a host of selections that foodies say are top-notch. The menu offers a symphony of choices, from wings and burgers to more sophisticated options such as steaks, seafood, and chicken.  Foodie favorites are the seafood options, wings, burgers, and steaks. They are also known for their drinks and live music several times a w…
New Brookfield Eatery Enjoying Success Months After Opening New Brookfield Eatery Enjoying Success Months After Opening
New Brookfield Eatery Enjoying Success Months After Opening Mere months after opening its doors, a new restaurant in Connecticut is already a hit with sushi and ramen lovers.  Since opening in mid-July, Tomo 202, located in the Fairfield County town of Brookfield at 806 Federal Rd., has received plenty of praise for its fresh sushi rolls, ramen, and boba tea.  The eatery is the sister restaurant to Tomo 68 in Naugatuck, Ramen & Bao in Oxford, and Ji Bei Chuan in Orange, all in New Haven County.  Those who stop by the new location can indulge in delicious sushi rolls, sashimi, and tempura, as well as ramen, dumplings, oysters…
Best Brunch Spots In North Jersey Best Brunch Spots In North Jersey
Best Brunch Spots In North Jersey There's something about the cooler fall weather that makes you want to linger in bed a little longer on a Sunday morning.  There's something about this time of year that makes banana pancakes, bacon, and mimosas go down so easy at 10 a.m. And there are plenty of places in North Jersey to indulge in that, but Daily Voice has compiled a list of the best brunch spots in the area, with a little help from our Instagram followers and user-generated online reviews. The spots on the list below were either recommended by Daily Voice readers or had 4+ stars and more than 300 reviews on Google. …
New Commack Eatery Dubbed 'Best Italian Restaurant On Long Island' New Commack Eatery Dubbed 'Best Italian Restaurant On Long Island'
New Commack Eatery Dubbed 'Best Italian Restaurant On Long Island' It’s a bold claim, but this new eatery may just be the best Italian restaurant on Long Island, at least according to one foodie. Patrizia’s Marquee – located in Commack at 6300 Jericho Turnpike – held its grand opening in May 2024. Its menu boasts a number of enticing entrees from both land and sea, including raw oysters, chicken parmesan, veal marsala, and an array of pasta dishes. Diners can also choose from several soups and salads, as well as appetizers like fried calamari and crab cakes. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Patr…
TikTok Star Julia Molinari To Appear At PizzaPalooza During Hey Stamford Food Festival TikTok Star Julia Molinari To Appear At PizzaPalooza During Hey Stamford Food Festival
TikTok Star Julia Molinari To Appear At PizzaPalooza During Hey Stamford Food Festival Hey, die-hard pizza enthusiasts, get ready for a night of pizza eating as a popular food and celebrity-filled festival heads to Fairfield County this weekend. Held in Stamford at Mill River Park, the Hey Stamford Food Festival kicks off on Friday, Aug. 16, with an ultimate celebration of all things pizza during PizzaPalooza, which features TikTok sensation Julia Molinari, known for her "incredible" pizza-making skills. Other pizza makers on hand will include favorite local pizza restaurants making their "brand" of pies, including: Zuppardi’s Pizza Luca New Haven Pizza Truck Ts Pizza Kitch…
1950 Originals Expands To Westfield 1950 Originals Expands To Westfield
1950 Originals Expands To Westfield 1950s Originals is continuing to establish its footprint as the hot dog joint of North Jersey. Dan DeMiglio, owner of the Westwood eatery, announced his shop will be expanding into Westfield, with an opening date set for sometime next month. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Burgers, Dogs & Fries (@1950originals) "It’s a proud moment for our entire team," DeMiglio said. "A huge thanks to everyone who’s been with us on this journey.  "Bringing co-owner Chef Danny’s recipes and our Beef Tallow tastebud magic to such an arti…
'Delight From Start To Finish': New Long Island Restaurant Lauded As 'Different, Delicious' 'Delight From Start To Finish': New Long Island Restaurant Lauded As 'Different, Delicious'
'Delight From Start To Finish': New Long Island Restaurant Lauded As 'Different, Delicious' A new restaurant on Long Island promising “an unforgettable culinary journey” is already delighting diners days into business. Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine – located in the Brookhaven hamlet of Sound Beach at 157 Whitestone Road – held its soft opening in early July 2024. As the name implies, the eatery’s menu boasts a number of Peruvian-inspired dishes, like the bistec a lo pobre: grilled skirt steak marinated with chimichurri sauce, served with a fried egg, plantain, and fries. Facebook/Inca’s Peruvian Cuisine Diners can also opt for the beef or steak lomo saltado, a traditional Peruvian st…
Flavortown On The Boardwalk: Fieri Opens Atlantic City's Second 'Chicken Guy!' Restaurant Flavortown On The Boardwalk: Fieri Opens Atlantic City's Second 'Chicken Guy!' Restaurant
Flavortown On The Boardwalk: Fieri Opens Atlantic City's Second 'Chicken Guy!' Restaurant Celebrity chef Guy Fieri has opened a new restaurant in his years-long quest to make Atlantic City into "Flavortown." A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for the Chicken Guy! restaurant on the boardwalk at Resorts Casino Hotel on Tuesday, July 2. It's the second Chicken Guy! location in the city, joining the restaurant at Harrah's Resort Atlantic City. Chicken Guy! combines the talents of restauranteur Robert Earl and the "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" host. "Chicken Guy! features one-of-a-kind all-natural chicken tenders paired with a wide selection of deliciou…
New Rochelle Restaurant Announces Sale: Here's Last Day Of Service New Rochelle Restaurant Announces Sale: Here's Last Day Of Service
New Rochelle Restaurant Announces Sale: Here's Last Day Of Service After nearly a decade, the owners of a well-liked Westchester sports bar have decided to sell their business.  In an announcement on Monday, June 10, the owners of North End Tavern, located in New Rochelle at 1301 North Ave., said they would sell their establishment to a new ownership group after eight years in business.  Although the owners did not specify the circumstances behind their decisions, they said it was for "many good reasons."  "We were very proud to serve New Rochelle and the surrounding communities and value deeply the relationships we have made," the owners w…
NY Woman Sues Cold Stone Over Lack Of Pistachios In Ice Cream NY Woman Sues Cold Stone Over Lack Of Pistachios In Ice Cream
NY Woman Sues Cold Stone Over Lack Of Pistachios In Ice Cream A New York woman has filed a class action lawsuit against Cold Stone Creamery, claiming that the company falsely advertised a number of its flavors. The lawsuit, filed by Nassau County resident Jenna Marie Duncan, may soon move to court, according to documents. Duncan, who is from Farmingdale, claimed that in July 2022, she visited a Levittown Cold Stone for a frozen treat. She ordered the pistachio ice cream under the guise that it contained pistachios. However, Duncan later looked at ingredient lists on the Cold Stone website, which revealed that the pistachio ice cream did not list…
Rocco's Doughnut Company Closes Burlington Store On Pastry Holiday Rocco's Doughnut Company Closes Burlington Store On Pastry Holiday
Rocco's Doughnut Company Closes Burlington Store On Pastry Holiday The Burlington branch of Rocco's Doughnut Company will say goodbye to the community on Friday, June 7, which happens to be National Doughnut Day.  The store at 19 3rd Ave. announced the closure in a Facebook post.  Our time here at 19 3rd ave will soon be coming to an end 🥺We came here one year ago (this June) as a pop-up and as our lease comes to a close we would love to thank you for the support you’ve all shown us. Our last day in Burlington will be Friday, June 7th which also happens to be National Doughnut Day 🍩🍩🍩 We hope to see you all these next few weeks and you can always…
Eatery Dubbed 'Absolute Sunshine' Opens New Spot On Long Island Eatery Dubbed 'Absolute Sunshine' Opens New Spot On Long Island
Eatery Dubbed 'Absolute Sunshine' Opens New Spot On Long Island A swanky restaurant known for its brunch has opened its fifth spot on Long Island – and has already received rave reviews. The newest spot of The Shed, located at 685 Merrick Avenue in Westbury, celebrated its grand opening on Wednesday, May 22, marking the restaurant’s fifth official spot. With over 40,000 followers on Instagram, The Shed offers up brunch, lunch, and dinner dishes that are as tasty as they are aesthetically pleasing – and the newest addition, which is located in the Selby luxury apartment building, seems to be no different. Melissa M, a Hempstead resident who visited T…
New Ice Cream Spot Coming To Westwood New Ice Cream Spot Coming To Westwood
New Ice Cream Spot Coming To Westwood Just in time for summer, Bergen County is getting another ice cream spot. Bruster's Real Ice Cream will be opening in Westwood early this summer, a spokesperson for the company confirmed. This will be New Jersey's second Bruster's store, the other in Washington Township (Gloucester County). The company was founded in 1989 by Bruce Reed (who puts the "Bruce" in Buster's). His passion was offering homemade ice cream to the community. Bruster's offers a rotating selection of 24 small-batch flavors and more than 150 handcrafted recipes. There are nearly 200 independently owned locations in 22…
Best Tacos Found At This Long Island Eatery: Voters Best Tacos Found At This Long Island Eatery: Voters
Best Tacos Found At This Long Island Eatery: Voters Just in time for Cinco de Mayo. Dirty Taco and Tequila — which has multiple locations across Long Island — has been voted as having the best tacos around, according to the Bethpage Best of Long Island 2024 results. It is the third time the eatery has won the title.  Self-described as being “part LA food truck and part Asian street food with an urban street vibe,” the eatery offers a variety of innovative flavors — think Asian sloppy joe, Thai meatball, bang bang shrimp, and chicken tinga tacos — that sets it apart from a normal taco spot.  Related Story: Fan Favorite Re…
Family-Owned Eatery To Close After More Than 70 Years In Ardsley: 'It Was Right Decision' Family-Owned Eatery To Close After More Than 70 Years In Ardsley: 'It Was Right Decision'
Family-Owned Eatery To Close After More Than 70 Years In Ardsley: 'It Was Right Decision' A beloved bakery that has been serving customers in Westchester for more than seven decades is coming to the end of its story.  The Riviera Bakehouse, located in Ardsley at 660 Saw Mill River Rd. (Route 9A), will be closing at the end of January 2024 after more than 70 years in business, the owners announced on the business's website.  The current owners, who have operated the bakery for 30 years, said that the decision to close was a heavy one to make.  "Despite how difficult it was to make this decision, in the end, we feel it was the right decision for us and ou…