Black Pearl Brings Steak, Seafood, Sparkle To Port Jefferson’s Waterfront Black Pearl Brings Steak, Seafood, Sparkle To Port Jefferson’s Waterfront
Black Pearl Brings Steak, Seafood, Sparkle To Port Jefferson’s Waterfront Harbor views, fresh seafood, sizzling steaks, and cocktails that literally glitter. Welcome to Black Pearl Seafood Chophouse. Port Jefferson’s newest dining destination opened in late April inside Danford’s Hotel & Marina at 25 East Broadway, just steps from the Bridgeport/Port Jefferson ferry dock. Featuring both indoor and outdoor seating, guests can enjoy live music and elevated dining right on the water. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @blackpearlportjeff Black Pearl’s menu highlights the best of land and sea, from file…
New Restaurant Scores Big In East Greenbush With Pub Favorites, Generous Portions New Restaurant Scores Big In East Greenbush With Pub Favorites, Generous Portions
New Restaurant Scores Big In East Greenbush With Pub Favorites, Generous Portions With TVs tuned to the big game, hearty pub fare, and a fresh modern vibe, this new Rensselaer County restaurant is a hit with foodies. Juniors in East Greenbush opened in late May at 580 Columbia Turnpike, bringing a new neighborhood sports bar and grill to the Route 20 corridor. It’s the fourth location for the popular Capital Region chain, which also has restaurants in Albany, Guilderland, and North Greenbush. The eatery offers a menu stacked with soups, salads, bowls, wings, burgers, quesadillas, wraps, cheesesteaks, fish and chips, and both hot and cold sandwiches. Juniors East Gre…
Rising Costs Rattling Restaurants As Customers Pull Back Rising Costs Rattling Restaurants As Customers Pull Back
Rising Costs Rattling Restaurants As Customers Pull Back From fryer oil to filet mignon, the tab for running a restaurant keeps climbing, and fewer diners are picking up the check. Operators say higher prices for ingredients, wages, and essentials like packaging are colliding with softer customer traffic, making profitability harder to maintain.  Supply chain hiccups continue to cause delays and last‑minute substitutions, pushing up costs.  Fuel is another pressure point. According to NerdWallet, the average price of a gallon of diesel has risen about 22 percent since 2020.  Related story - Beef Prices Keep Climbing T…
SUV Goes Airborne Into Top Floor Of Stony Point Building, Killing Driver, Responders Say SUV Goes Airborne Into Top Floor Of Stony Point Building, Killing Driver, Responders Say
SUV Goes Airborne Into Top Floor Of Stony Point Building, Killing Driver, Responders Say A man in his 20s was killed overnight when his SUV went airborne and crashed into the top floor of a building in Rockland County, officials said. The accident happened shortly before 1 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 10, at 52 North Liberty Drive, incident reporter Mark Lieb said. Stony Point Fire Department Chief Kurt Mulligan said firefighters were called to “a significant vehicle accident” involving “a vehicle with commercial space on the first floor and residents on the second floor. Stony Point’s fire chief said the driver was heading northbound on North Liberty Drive when he lost control at the in…
Popular Jersey Shore Restaurant Opening Howell Location Popular Jersey Shore Restaurant Opening Howell Location
Popular Jersey Shore Restaurant Opening Howell Location Asbury Ale House is spreading its wings. The popular restaurant and bar in Asbury Park is opening another location in Howell at 5169 Route 9.  An opening date has not been announced, but the gastropub said they expect to open late fall. "Look forward to hosting the customers of Monmouth County and giving them a local spot to become family in," Asbury Ale House wrote on Facebook.  Commenters were thrilled that Asbury Ale House is coming to their community. "This is wonderful," one commenter wrote. "Lots of luck. Welcome to Howell, looking forward to having a new place here." "I…
$1M Fire Guts Popular Elkton Pizza Restaurant Now Closed Indefinitely $1M Fire Guts Popular Elkton Pizza Restaurant Now Closed Indefinitely
$1M Fire Guts Popular Elkton Pizza Restaurant Now Closed Indefinitely A devastating two-alarm fire caused an estimated $1 million in damage at Mario’s Pizza in Elkton, forcing the beloved Cecil County restaurant to close indefinitely while repairs are made, officials confirmed. Firefighters rushed to 42 Beauchamp Road just before 10 p.m. Tuesday, July 29, after flames erupted in the kitchen of the long-running pizzeria, according to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office. The blaze was discovered by a neighboring employee and quickly escalated, requiring a two-alarm response from the Singerly Fire Company and nearby agencies.  Approximately 75 firefighters…
‘Hitting The Sauce’: NY Man Charged With DUI, Cocaine Possession In Stafford: Sheriff ‘Hitting The Sauce’: NY Man Charged With DUI, Cocaine Possession In Stafford: Sheriff
‘Hitting The Sauce’: NY Man Charged With DUI, Cocaine Possession In Stafford: Sheriff A New York man with a prior DUI conviction is back in trouble after allegedly showing up drunk at a Virginia chicken wing joint with cocaine in his car, authorities said. Deputies were called to America’s Best Wings on South Gateway Drive in Stafford County around 8:22 p.m. on Saturday, July 26, for a report of a possible drunk driver, according to the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office. A witness told deputies that the man appeared to be “hitting the sauce pretty hard, and not the buffalo flavored one.” Deputies located the man — later identified as Jeanpaul Donoso, 47, of Forest Hills in N…
Fan-Favorite Restaurant Chain Expanding To Delmar Fan-Favorite Restaurant Chain Expanding To Delmar
Fan-Favorite Restaurant Chain Expanding To Delmar The moose is on the move. Tipsy Moose Tap & Tavern will open a brand-new location in Delmar, marking its fourth Capital Region outpost, the restaurant announced Monday, July 21. Already a favorite in Latham, Troy, and Albany, the Tipsy Moose is known for pairing hearty, shareable comfort food with rotating craft beers, cocktails that showcase local spirits, and an all-around cozy, cabin-inspired vibe. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tipsy Moose (@tipsymoose) “There’s always a seat for you at the Moose,” owners Brendan Brader…
Crave This: Pakistani Street Eats Draw Rave Reviews For New Troy Restaurant Crave This: Pakistani Street Eats Draw Rave Reviews For New Troy Restaurant
Crave This: Pakistani Street Eats Draw Rave Reviews For New Troy Restaurant Looking for your next flavorful obsession in Troy?  You might want to follow your nose to Naan Kebab, the city’s newest fast-casual halal spot that’s quickly earning fans one tikka-loaded bite at a time. Located at 120 Hoosick Street, Naan Kebab quietly opened in late June, and word is already spreading like sizzling ghee on a hot naan. Open daily, this cozy eatery is serving up Pakistani-style kebabs, wraps, biryanis, and street food staples, blending bold spice, comfort food charm, and casual convenience. The menu is bursting with craveable creations, including: …
Restaurant Set In Train Car To Open Under New Name In Irvington: 'Natural Next Step' Restaurant Set In Train Car To Open Under New Name In Irvington: 'Natural Next Step'
Restaurant Set In Train Car To Open Under New Name In Irvington: 'Natural Next Step' A Westchester restaurant housed in a vintage train car is about to begin an exciting new chapter. The team behind Club Car Grille in Irvington, located at 6 South Broadway, announced on Friday, July 18, that the restaurant will soon reopen as Cifone’s, an Italian restaurant and bar led by new managing partner Michael Cifone. The transition marks the next step for the eatery, which opened in May 2024 and quickly became a neighborhood favorite for its cozy atmosphere and inventive American menu.  Club Car Grille, which is set in a mid-20th-century railcar, will remain open until Th…
Most 'Over-The-Top' Milkshakes? Babylon Eatery Among Cream Of The Crop, Foodies Say Most 'Over-The-Top' Milkshakes? Babylon Eatery Among Cream Of The Crop, Foodies Say
Most 'Over-The-Top' Milkshakes? Babylon Eatery Among Cream Of The Crop, Foodies Say From rainbow cookies to cereal explosions, these milkshakes are anything but vanilla. When Bobby Votino asked a simple question in the Long Island Foodies Facebook group — “Is there anywhere in Suffolk that serves over the top milkshakes?” — the answers came pouring in thicker than a double-churned chocolate malt. Three local favorites quickly rose to the top of the frothy fray: Babylon Burger Bar, Burgerology, and Dang BBQ — each earning multiple mentions and milky praise from fans. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Babylon Burger…
ICE Concerns Cancel Annual Hispanic Cultural Celebration In New Rochelle: Report ICE Concerns Cancel Annual Hispanic Cultural Celebration In New Rochelle: Report
ICE Concerns Cancel Annual Hispanic Cultural Celebration In New Rochelle: Report An annual celebration of Hispanic culture held in Westchester has been canceled this year amid concerns about US Immigration, Customs, and Enforcement activity.  New Rochelle's Taste of Union Avenue, held every summer, is no longer listed on the city's calendar, CBS News reported.  The reason? According to the outlet, the decision to cancel the event was made last month following heightened anxieties about ICE activity in the country.  CBS reported a statement from City Manager Wilfredo Melendez on the reasoning behind the cancellation:  "After careful considerati…