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5 Jersey Shore bars we wish made USA TODAY's Bars of the Year list
No one knows bars and restaurants like food and entertainment writers, and the USA TODAY Network has more than 100 across the country. For the 2025 USA TODAY Bars of the Year list, we collaborated to nominate honorees nationwide. The bars did not have to be the fanciest, the most well-known, or be led by award-winning mixologists. They needed to be the type of place we recommend to friends or bring out-of-town guests to visit. How many have you been to? The 29 best bars in America in 2025: See USA TODAY's top picks The final list includes more than two dozen bars across the country, but many more deserve to be recognized. If we had a chance to nominate more, here are five Shore bars we would have chosen. The Ark Pub & Eatery, Point Pleasant Beach Swing open the wooden door of The Ark and step inside, and you know right away you are in a place with some miles on it. The proof is written — literally — on the walls. And the tables, and the booths. Names, dates and symbols have been scratched into the wood, evidence of guests who have come before. In addition to being a comfortable place to sit and have a drink — they boast a selection of more than 100 beers — The Ark also serves great food. They use local produce and fish when possible, and will grill, broil or fry a customer's freshly caught fish if the kitchen's not too busy. Another thing we love about this place? They don't give out their WiFi password. "So many times, we all get caught up in (using phones instead of talking)," co-owner Tony Bartone once told The Asbury Park Press. "Talk to each other." Go: 401 Route 35 North, Point Pleasant Beach; 732-295-1122, See last year's list: The best bars in America in 2024: See USA TODAY's 27 favorite spots Asbury Park Brewery This is where the smart — and friendly — set of the Asbury Park arts scene meets. Look to your right at the bar and it's Cookman Avenue in all its glory. Behind you, it's a mural by city art artist Porkchop of the greats who have played city the decades. That's everyone from Ella Fitzgerald to the Clash. The Asbury Park Brewery shares one thing with the noted Georgies of Asbury Park: Comedian Jon Stewart has played drums in both spots. Go: 614 Cookman Ave., Suite 1, Asbury Park; 732-361-0481, EJ's Tap House, Seaside Heights What's not to love about this Jersey Shore institution? There's no dress code, lots of pool tables and it's dog friendly, plus you have a great view of the Seaside Heights boardwalk and the Atlantic Ocean. There have been no bougie makeovers for EJ's. Instead, the dive bar carries forth, decade after decade, with the classic Jersey Shore concept that there's magic when cold beers, hot lights and loud music meet on a warm summer night. Go: 919 Boardwalk, Seaside Heights; 732-250-2801. Nip N Tuck Bar & Grill, Long Branch This female-owned dive bar has been a favorite in Long Branch for more than half a century, its name dedicated to a Prohibition practice of sneaking sips of liquor from hidden flasks. Customers flock to Nip-n-Tuck for craft beer, burgers grilled behind the bar, live music and boozy bingo brunches. When the the weather is nice, visitors can take a seat in an outdoor beer garden. Also, the bar gives a discount to veterans and active duty members of the armed forces every day. Go: 23 Norwood Ave., Long Branch; 732-222-0023, Parker House, Sea Girt Restaurant by day, bar by night, the seasonal Parker House has been a Shore mainstay since the late 1800s, Its summers are filled with lobster dinners, live music and DJs, a raw bar serving steamed clams and peel-and-eat shrimp, and the chance to dine and drink on a wrap-around porch a block from the beach. Want to skip the inevitable line? Try to nab a coveted Parker House VIP card, which lets you bypass lines and cover charges. Go: 290 1st Av.e, Sea Girt; 732 449 0442, Sarah Griesemer joined the USA TODAY NETWORK New Jersey in 2003 and has been writing all things food since 2014. Send restaurant tips to sgriesemer@ follow on Instagram at Jersey Shore Eats and subscribe to her weekly newsletter. This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: Jersey Shore bars we wish made USA TODAY's Bars of the Year list Solve the daily Crossword
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2 days ago
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NH Lottery Powerball, Lucky For Life winning numbers for July 28, 2025
The New Hampshire Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here's a look at Monday, July 28, 2025 results for each game: Winning Powerball numbers from July 28 drawing 07-35-36-43-62, Powerball: 03, Power Play: 3 Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Lucky For Life numbers from July 28 drawing 04-09-13-23-34, Lucky Ball: 06 Check Lucky For Life payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Pick 3 numbers from July 28 drawing Day: 3-5-6 Evening: 2-9-7 Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Pick 4 numbers from July 28 drawing Day: 2-2-1-3 Evening: 0-6-4-7 Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Megabucks Plus numbers from July 28 drawing 03-04-05-17-34, Megaball: 01 Check Megabucks Plus payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Gimme 5 numbers from July 28 drawing 08-10-23-30-38 Check Gimme 5 payouts and previous drawings here. Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results When are the New Hampshire Lottery drawings held? Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Pick 3, 4: 1:10 p.m. and 6:55 p.m. daily. Mega Millions: 11:00 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. Megabucks Plus: 7:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Lucky for Life: 10:38 p.m. daily. Gimme 5: 6:55 p.m. Monday through Friday. Winning lottery numbers are sponsored by Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. Where can you buy lottery tickets? Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores and grocery stores. Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets. You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington D.C., and West Virginia. The Jackpocket app allows you to pick your lottery game and numbers, place your order, see your ticket and collect your winnings all using your phone or home computer. Jackpocket is the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network. Gannett may earn revenue for audience referrals to Jackpocket services. GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). 18+ (19+ in NE, 21+ in AZ). Physically present where Jackpocket operates. Jackpocket is not affiliated with any State Lottery. Eligibility Restrictions apply. Void where prohibited. Terms: This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a New Hampshire managing editor. You can send feedback using this form. This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: NH Lottery Powerball, Lucky For Life winning numbers for July 28, 2025 Solve the daily Crossword
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6 days ago
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New York gas prices stay steady for second straight week
State gas prices are essentially unchanged for the second consecutive week at an average of $3.08 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, approximately the same as last week's price, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state declined about 6 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the state in the last year have been as low as $3.00 on March 17, 2025, and as high as $3.52 on July 8, 2024. A year ago, the average gas price in New York was 13% higher at $3.52 per gallon. >> INTERACTIVE: See how your area's gas prices have changed over the years at . The average gas price in the United States last week was $3.12, making prices in the state about 1.4% lower than the nation's average. The average national gas price is essentially unchanged from last week's average of $3.13 per gallon. The USA TODAY Network is publishing localized versions of this story on its news sites across the country, generated with data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Please leave any feedback or corrections for this story here. This story was written by Ozge Terzioglu. Our News Automation and AI team would like to hear from you. Take this survey and share your thoughts with us. This article originally appeared on Poughkeepsie Journal: New York gas prices stay steady for second straight week Solve the daily Crossword
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7 days ago
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New York gas prices essentially unchanged from last week: See how much you're paying
State gas prices are essentially unchanged for the second consecutive week at an average of $3.08 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, approximately the same as last week's price, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state declined about 6 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the state in the last year have been as low as $3.00 on March 17, 2025, and as high as $3.52 on July 8, 2024. A year ago, the average gas price in New York was 13% higher at $3.52 per gallon. >> INTERACTIVE: See how your area's gas prices have changed over the years at . The average gas price in the United States last week was $3.12, making prices in the state about 1.4% lower than the nation's average. The average national gas price is essentially unchanged from last week's average of $3.13 per gallon. The USA TODAY Network is publishing localized versions of this story on its news sites across the country, generated with data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Please leave any feedback or corrections for this story here. This story was written by Ozge Terzioglu. Our News Automation and AI team would like to hear from you. Take this survey and share your thoughts with us. This article originally appeared on Elmira Star-Gazette: New York gas prices essentially unchanged from last week Solve the daily Crossword
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21-07-2025
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Two old Florida restaurants in Naples, Fort Myers area make statewide best of list
Hit the road in Florida and you're bound to run into salty oyster bars, historic waterfront wonders, quirky roadside diners and a fabulous fish camp or two. Welcome to the Sunshine State, where tastes of old Florida can be found here, there, and everywhere. The USA TODAY Network Florida Dining & Entertainment team recently compiled a list of charmingly historic, road-trip worthy restaurants you'll want to jump in your car, boat or golf cart to find. Of the 16 old Florida finds from Perdido Key to Mayport to West Palm, these two were in our little nook of Southwest Florida: The Snook Inn, Marco Island There are waterfront restaurants in Florida, and then there are those that are hurricane-tested. Make that hurricanes. The Snook Inn endured Hurricanes Wilma (2005), Irma (2017) and Ian (2022), not to mention others that have passed nearby. Yet this cool spot that's more than 30 years old still stands. And customers continue to be lured to the island south of Naples by enchanting Gulf breezes and stunning sunsets. They can sip a special drink like the Snook Inn Loaded Bloody Mary and order up a variety of seafood choices, from oysters and grouper to fried calamari to clams, red snapper, shrimp and much more. Find it at 1215 Bald Eagle Drive, Marco Island; 239-394-3313; Cabbage Key Bar and Restaurant, off of Pine Island This boat-access-only gem of an island restaurant and bar is awash in Old Florida history and charm. Dating back to 1944, food and drinks were served in what was then an exclusive island resort in Pine Island Sound. Fast forward to the 1970s and the original home of the island's owners was converted into an open-air restaurant, while their library became the bar. Today, the latter is known as the Dollar Bill Bar with more than 65,000 customer-signed bills blanketing the walls and ceilings. Famous visitors range from Ernest Hemingway to Julia Roberts. Besides fresh seafood, this island paradise serves a char-grilled cheeseburger that Jimmy Buffett, who was a frequent guest, may or may not have sung about. And before you get back on the boat, finish your visit to this slice of old Florida with a homemade slice of frozen(!!!) Key lime pie. Accessible only by boat, Cabbage Key is located at Channel Marker 60 in Pine Island Sound, 4.5 miles west of Pineland; 239-283-2278; Still hungry for more? Hit the road for these old Florida finds. Captain Dave's on the Gulf: This waterfront restaurant has been serving fresh seafood Gulfside in the Panhandle since 1968. 3796 Scenic U.S. 98, Destin; 850-837-2627; Gator Joe's Beach Bar & Grill: Family-friendly waterfront restaurant southeast of Ocala on Lake Weir opened in 1926. 12431 SE 135th Ave., Ocklawaha; 352-288-3100; J.R.'s Old Packinghouse Cafe: Six miles east of downtown Sarasota, comfort food has been served from here since 1999. 987 S. Packinghouse Road, Sarasota; 941-371-9358; Linger Lodge: Taxidermy covers the walls at this joint established in 1945 along the Braden River in east Bradenton. 7205 85th St. Court E., Bradenton; 941-755-2757; Marsh Landing: Find old Florida cuisine in this former home to Florida Crystal Sugar Co. about 20 miles northwest of Vero Beach. 44 N. Broadway St., Fellsmere; 772-571-8622; Okeechobee Steakhouse: Beloved family-owned restaurant was founded in 1947 in Palm Beach County. 2854 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach; 561-683-5151; Old Fish House: Historical bar & grill on Indian River Lagoon between Melbourne and Sebastian. 5185 S. U.S. 1, Grant-Valkaria; 321-727-7007; The Point Restaurant: Get true taste of the Panhandle in this 1955 mainstay. 14340 Innerarity Point Road, Perdido Key; 850-492-3577; Reececliff Family Diner: It's been serving classic comfort food in Lakeland since 1934. 940 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland; 863-686-6661; Shell Oyster Bar: Longtime dive-style oyster shack and restaurant is celebrating 80 years in the shadow of the Capitol. 14 FAMU Way, Tallahassee; 850-224-9919; Facebook Singleton's Seafood Shack: In 2010, Food Network's Guy Fieri visited this shrimp-focused joint near Jacksonville. 4728 Ocean St., Mayport; 904-246-4442; Skipper's Smokehouse: Travel Channel's Adam Richman came by this Tampa icon in the early 2010s. 910 Skipper Road, Tampa; 813-971-0666; Swamp House Riverfront Grill: The name says it all. Everglades meets riverfront aesthetic at this Central Florida classic north of Orlando and west of Daytona Beach. 488 W. High Banks Road, DeBary; 386-668-8891, Waldo's: Restaurant & bar inside of the historic Driftwood Inn. 3150 Ocean Drive, Vero Beach; 772-231-7091; , , , , , , , , , , and contributed to this report. This article originally appeared on Naples Daily News: Snook Inn, Cabbage Key Bar make statewide best of old Florida list Solve the daily Crossword
