Maplewood Restaurants
Family-owned and operated since 1971, this establishment proclaims to be "Maplewood's favorite go-to pizzeria."
Roman Gourmet
One of the more recent places to open up, this business brands themself as Latin Street Food.
Miti Miti
Serving customers since 1946, this business has grown to having three locations in recent years.
Millburn Deli
The first Muslim American woman to wear a headscarf while competing for the United States in the Olympics.
Ibtihaj Muhammad
LSU
Tuscan Elementary School (Tigers)
This local favorite's menu includes items such as mussels, caesar salad, a cod sandwich, and chicken pot pie.
St. James Gate
Opened back in 1971, this business sources their smoked fish from the same place as both Russ & Daughter's and Zabar's in New York City.
Sonny's Bagel's
Opened in 2018, this local hotspot specializes in slow fermentation sourdough, flaky pastry, and tender buns, cakes, and cookies.
Liv Breads
Born in 1975, this CHS grad is best known for the show he starred in, in which he was nominated for an Emmy in 2005, as well as three Golden Globes from 2005 to 2007.
Zach Braff
Jacksonville Professional Football Team
Delia Bolden Elementary School (Jaguars)
This business's extensive menu includes a variety of Greek specials, including spanakopita and moussaka.
Park Wood Diner
This family-owned business offers food inspired by their Arab background, and must be popular considering they have three sister restaurants as well.
Jackie & Son
*Daily Double*
Owned and operated by a husband and wife team, this business has been serving Northern Italian fare since they opened in 2010.
La Pergola
Born in St. Louis, Missouri, this CHS grad began making music in the early 2010s.
SZA
BYU
Columbia High School (Cougars)
This Black-owned business prides itself in specializing in small-batch, handcrafted sweets and savories.
Palmer's Bakehouse
This business classifies themself as having a contemporary American menu, and offers an array of entertainment including comedy shows, weekly trivia, and live music.
The Fox & Falcon
Opened during the pandemic, this business offers plenty of outdoor seating options during the warmer weather, and has food offerings ranging from french onion soup to shrimp and grits to a classic burger.
Millburn Standard
Actor, comedian, and musician, this CHS grad is known for providing motion capture and the voice of a controversial character.
Ahmed Best
Chicago Professional Football Team
Clinton Elementary School (Bears)
Opened in 2001, this business's mission statement is to "prove that foods and beverages can be delicious and fun without sacrificing nutrition or principles."
HLS Juice Bar & Grill
The only family owned and operated brew-pub in Essex County, according to their website at least.
Gaslight Brewery
With their first New Jersey location open in 1993, this business reminds customers that they're more than just coffee, with their offerings also including house made sandwiches, parfaits, and other food items.
Rock 'n' Joe Coffee
Born in 1912, this CHS grad was the first African American woman to graduate from Columbia High School.
Delia Bolden
Temple University
Marshall Elementary School (Owls)