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Jersey Social, a bar and restaurant known for redefining mixology with craft cocktails, recently closed at the end of March at 837 Jersey Avenue, on the ground floor of Cast Iron Lofts. Now, we've learned that a new restaurant called The Horseshoe Kitchen + Bar will be opening in the space today at 4 p.m. The new spot describes itself as a “neighborhood place” serving “upscale and eclectic cuisine.” Read what we know about The Horseshoe Kitchen + Bar, which has opened in Jersey City, New Jersey.
What we know about Horseshoe Kitchen + Bar
Details about The Horseshoe Kitchen + Bar are not available at this time. H.G. Last Sunday, a reader pointed out a sign in the elevator of the Cast Iron Lofts building that revealed the grand opening date and time as Tuesday, May 14th at 4 p.m. See the photo below.
Photo credit: @zack_the_rose
Further investigation revealed the business' private Instagram account @thehoreshoejc and a website that appears to be still under construction. On its Instagram account, The Horseshoe Kitchen + Bar describes itself as a “neighborhood place” serving “upscale and eclectic cuisine.”
A source close to the restaurant said. hoboken girls In early April, the owners of the now-closed Jersey Social announced they were opening a new concept store. We cannot confirm if The Horseshoe Kitchen + Bar is this new concept, but we have reached out to both Jersey Social and The Horseshoe Kitchen + Bar and will update this article as we hear more.
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About Jersey Social and its closure
Earlier this spring, a sign was posted in the window of Jersey Social's Jersey Avenue store:
“Jersey Social has permanently closed as of Saturday, March 30th. Thank you for your support over the past five years! To stay in touch with management and owners regarding future announcements, please contact us by email address and other Email us at hello@jerseysocialnj.com with relevant contact information. We look forward to seeing you again in the future!”
Photo credit: @themoonmamamanifestor
The restaurant, from New York-based RB Hospitality Group, found a home in 2019 under the Cast Iron Lofts on the corner of 18th Street and Jersey Avenue. Previously, the space was home to Brewshot Cafe, owned by friend Arun Nanda, who has partnered with RB Hospitality. Group owner Rajesh Bhardwaj breaks ground on Jersey Social.
Jersey Social exuded a chic, intimate atmosphere with exposed ceilings and modern dim lighting. The bar had spacious seating and his two TVs to watch the latest matches, and didn't interfere with the upscale, modern decor. Besides the high seating, there were plenty of options for tables and booths, as well as a private room tucked away to the right of the bar.
Food and drink were the focal point of this stylish establishment. From classic drinks to signature specials, the menu did not disappoint.
First on the table was homemade popcorn. The menu offers a variety of options, from share plates to hearty meals, perfect for those looking for a full dinner or snack.
Share plate options at Jersey Social included cauliflower poppers, shrimp skewers, hearty nachos, and chicken wings. Highlights from the main plate section include burgers, chicken parmesan, roasted salmon, chicken Caesar wrap, buffalo chicken pizza, and more. The restaurant's signature burger, called the Social Burger, consisted of Angus chuck, lettuce, tomato, cheese, caramelized onions, bacon, social sauce, and fries.
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