Things To Do
Hidden Grounds Coffee
Our first date was at another Hidden Grounds location that has since closed. But the coffee is just as good!
Skylark Diner & Lounge
Perhaps the swankiest NJ Diner, with great breakfast fare.
Paris Baguette
Awesome pastry, cakes and good coffee.
Le Peep
Another good breakfast place.
Destination Dogs
Fancy Airports? This place cooks hotdogs based on regional flavors, named after airports. Its a fun place to grab a novel meal and beer.
tacoria
This place makes the best tacos!
Delta's
The best hush puppies and dance music around!
Efes Mediterranean Grill
If you are looking for mediterranean food this is the place. And its only a short distance from the hotel.
Midori Sushi Of Highland Park
Our go to place for sushi!
Hailey's Harp & Pub
Just a short train or taxi ride away in Metuchen, NJ. This is a standard irish pub and boasts Brainy Borough Brewing in the back.
Pino's Gift Basket Shoppe and Wine Cellar
This is our go to bar/lounge. Its a great lowkey space, with indoor and outdoor seating, frequent live music and is dog friendly!
Clydz
Upscale speakeasy with creative cocktails.
South 40 Brewing Co.
Our favorite local brewery.
Brainy Borough Brewing
See Hailey's Harp and Pub
Johnson Park Animal Haven
Small zoo in the middle of Johnson Park. The Park also has playground areas for the kids.
Rutgers Gardens
Botanical garden on Rutgers - Cook Campus - great place to walk around.
Rutgers University Ecological Preserve
Ecological Preserve with walking trails on Rutgers - Livingston Campus.
Plays-In-The-Park
Fun outdoor musicals held in the evening in Roosevelt Park. Bring your own lawn chair. SpongeBob SquarePants The Musical will be on stage July 13 - 23.