Want Arab food? Want art classes? Try these new NJ spots
Are you opening a business in North Jersey? Get the word out to your neighbors as soon as possible. Send us your information and photos and we will try to add them to our next new-business roundup.
We're also interested in reporting business closings. Have a tip? Contact Business Reporter Daniel Munoz at munozd@northjersey.com, or 201-270-9870.Al-Hara Shawarma, Boonton
Offering Arab and Middle Eastern cuisine
WHERE: 624 Main St., Boonton
WHEN: Soft opening was Aug. 7.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit https://www.instagram.com/alharashawarma
Union Bar & Provisions, East Rutherford
Offering comfort food like burgers, streak frites and lobster rolls and handcrafted cocktails like Espresso Martini, Old Fashioned and Margarita next to the East Rutherford train station.
Featuring outdoor patio, live entertainment, TVs for games, and private accommodations for small gatherings and large events.
WHERE: 170 Union Ave., East Rutherford
WHEN: Grand opening was Aug. 8. Hours through Labor Day are 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. Thursday through Saturday.
Hours after Sept. 2 are 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 11:30 a.m. to 12 a.m. Thursday through Saturday, with Happy Hour 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit https://theunionbarnj.com/
The Muse ArtHouse, Closter
Space combining the functions of an art studio and gallery through drop-in classes, workshops, private lessons, as well as individual and group events. Offering art forms like drawing, mixed media, candles, leather, textiles and painting.
WHERE: 84 Herbert Ave., Building B, Suite 205, Closter
WHEN: Grand opening set for Aug. 23. hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Call 201-431-6420, email info@themusearthouse.com or visit https://www.themusearthouse.com/
Daniel Munoz covers business, consumer affairs, labor and the economy for NorthJersey.com and The Record.
Email: munozd@northjersey.com; Twitter:@danielmunoz100 and Facebook
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