5 New Jersey Restaurants We Wish Would Have Never Left

Discover how New Jersey's diners and nostalgic eateries have shaped local memories and identities, connecting communities through cherished flavors and experiences.

New Jersey is known for our restaurants. Yes, diners. But, there are many other restaurants that are just amazing and they can only be from here in the Garden State.

When it comes to us living in New Jersey we have our favorite restaurants we always go to. But, boy when our favorite restaurant closes or goes out of business, we are devastated.

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There are so many restaurants that have closed over the years. It's a unique and bittersweet feeling about driving past a restaurant that is gone. We remember the laughs, the food and the memories that were made there. These five restaurants are the ones usually everyone writes about missing.

Maybe, it was a restaurant that you loved the waitress and you miss it. Whether it was in your neighborhood or you had to drive to your favorite, they'll always hold a special place in our hearts.

Did you know that food is one of the strongest triggers of nostalgia. It's a place where you always went for breakfast or you took a bite from that fabulous burger when you were a teenager.

And, most of the time these restaurants leave or close, they leave behind just an empty building and empty storefronts, but the memories will always be there.

These restaurants that closed in New Jersey are missed so much

*Wolfie's - Wolfie's felt like home for many. Comfort food with excellent corned beef and pastrami. It was known for its deli items and the best sandwiches.

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*The Thirsty Mallard - The Thirsty Mallard was in Waretown. So many of you miss this place, it was a lot of fun and I remember their food was so delicious.

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*Olde Town Tavern - Remember this favorite restaurant in Toms River. When we ask what restaurant do you miss, this one always pops up.

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*The Ground Round - It was always fun, peanut shells on the floor.

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*Circus Drive-In - I loved this place. There were so many special memories made here for me and my family.