THE PREMIER LGBTQ BUSINESS & SERVICE DIRECTORY
NORTHERN NEW JERSEY Vol. 7
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TABLE OF CON TENT S
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ABOUT NORTH NEW JERSEY
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RESTAURANT GUIDE
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EVENTS SCHEDULE
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BAR GUIDE
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LGBTQ ORGS & ATTRACTIONS
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
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ABOUT NORTH JERSEY LGBTQ North New Jersey North New Jersey has no shortage of LGBTQ-friendly cities. Asbury Park, Lambertville and Ocean Grove to name a few. The LGBTQ community can find the most support in Jersey City, New Jersey. In fact, Jersey City, has been given the title of the “Queerest City in America” by LGBTQ Magazine. The Garden State’s second biggest city has a number of lesbian bars, available LGBTQ bed and breakfast hosts, trans pride parades, festivals, and more. Jersey City also boasts the largest LGBTQ community in the state. Asbury Park was a sleepy little Jersey Shore community until the gay community discovered it and turned it into the bustling resort town that it is today. Asbury Park is experiencing a resurgence as visitors from New York and other big cities rediscover it as a fabulous weekend getaway. Like any resort town, Asbury Park is most vibrant during the spring and summer seasons, but you’ll find a significant amount of active gay locals all year round. It won’t be hard to find gay-friendly venues in this vacation town.
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RESTAURANT GUI DE Casa Vasca Big portions of traditional Basque dishes served in a warm space 141 Elm St, Newark, NJ
Elysian Cafe Modern French bistro fare & classics in a restored saloon dating from 1895. 1001 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ
Satis Bistro Rustic-chic eatery serving European fare like charcuterie, seasonal entrees & wine, with a patio. 212 Washington St, Jersey City, NJ
Five Stars Thai Petite, white-tablecloth find presenting spicy Thai favorites. 324 29th St, Union City, NJ
Amanda’s American eatery serving early-bird dinner, Sunday brunch & more. 908 Washington St A, Hoboken, NJ
Al-Basha Low-key eatery offering an array of Middle Eastern & Lebanese dishes plus a kids’ menu. 1076 Main St, Paterson, NJ
Bonfire Mofongo House and Lounge Part Caribbean restaurant, part nightclub hosting live music, dance parties & other events. 999 Market St, Paterson, NJ
CAVA Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad. 30 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ
Fork Hill Kitchen Casual spot for locally sourced eats including sandwiches & meat dishes, plus weekend brunch. 201 16th St, Union City, NJ
Adega Grill Restaurant with grapevine murals & a fireplace serves upscale takes on seafood & Portuguese dishes. 130 Ferry St, Newark, NJ
Don Pepe Restaurant Traditional Portuguese seafood dishes with garlicky green sauce plus steaks in an old-world setting. 844 McCarter Hwy, Newark, NJ
Bravo Restaurant Upscale-casual Italian chain serving pasta, grilled dishes, pizza & cocktails amid Roman-ruin decor. 1000 Bergenline Ave, Union City, NJ
The Kitchen Step Light-filled, rustic-chic spot for creative New American plates & bespoke cocktails. 500 Jersey Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Laico’s Long-running, brick-lined nook offering an array of Italian cuisine, plus cocktails & wine. 67 Terhune Ave, Jersey City, NJ
El Tipico Unassuming, compact spot whipping up a selection of traditional Columbian dishes. 426 21st Ave, Paterson, NJ
Campino Restaurant Refined, old-school dining room serving ample portions of traditional Portuguese & Spanish dishes. 70 Jabez St, Newark, NJ
Maize New American-Portuguese fare in an upscale, modern space with a lounge, set in a hotel near NJPAC. 50 Park Pl, Newark, NJ
The Cuban This bi-level restaurant offers Cuban fare, daily specials & live music in a stylish setting. 333 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE MARCH
APRIL
MADD HATTER DUELING PIANOS
TITO MURPHY’S DRAG BRUNCH
MAR 18
APR 2
Dueling Pianos at Madd Hatter is one of their featured events that draw in a high energy crowd! Come down to Madd Hatter and listen to all the hit songs everyone enjoys! Not only is some of the best music being played but you can also enjoy all the drink specials Madd Hatter has to offer! Dueling Pianos is here to stay at Madd Hatter in Hoboken and will take place every Friday night! Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
Tito Murphy’s is a lively cantina offering authentic Mexican Cuisine in the heart of the Theatre District on Restaurant Row. It’s the perfect location to enjoy fresh authentic food, amazing drinks and a great atmosphere. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
APR 9
NEW YORK WINE FEST
Travel the world of wine at the tunnel in New York. Guests will enjoy wine samples for their entire session paired with live entertainment, food and interactive games. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
MAR 20
ROMANTIC OUTDOOR ESCAPE GAME FOR COUPLES
Do something extra-extra special this year. Surprise your significant other with an adventure around the city! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
APR 16
RED VELVET BURLESQUE CABARET SHOW
With burlesque shows every week, we provide some of the most intricate and exotic burlesque and cabaret performances in the country. We offer new and exciting performances that have never been seen before. With a combination of unparalleled choreography mixed with classical burlesque dance routines, we strive to outperform any other burlesque show in the industry. Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
MAR 26
CRAFT DISTILLERS FESTIVAL
One of the most hotly anticipated parties on the spring social calendar, The Craft Distillers Festival returns once more for Jazz Age decadence and everflowing libations. Enjoy a live 1920’s jazz band during both Sessions while you sip on endless cocktails and mingle. Discover over 25 specially curated craft distillers, and sample over 60 delicious spirits. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
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MAR 27
YOU SLEUTH AUGMENTED REALITY DETECTIVE EXPERIENCE
WINE & CHEESE TASTING CRUISE WITH CHOCOLATE
Looking to get outside and enjoy a new experience that can be done safely during the pandemic? You Sleuth combines the classic detective game of Clue with the augmented reality of Pokemon Go to create a brand new game experience! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
We’re taking the wine and cheese tasting experience to the next level! Not only will you get to know how to taste the classic wine and cheese pairing selected by our expert, but you’ll be taken through the tasting tips and the aromatic flavors of wine and chocolate pairing. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
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BAR GU ID E Club Feathers
Wonder Bar
Vale Todo Nights (Temporarily Closed)
The Stone Pony
Buzzing gay nightclub featuring DJs, dancing & drag shows, plus go-go boys & bar food. 77 Kinderkamack Road, River Edge, NJ
Quirky bar with frequent live music, TV sports & a dog friendly patio. Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Fabulous Drag shows & professional GoGo Dancers. 1300 Summit Avenue, Union City, NJ
National acts headline this rocking, historic music club known for launching Springsteen & Bon Jovi. 913 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Black Bear Bar & Grill
Tierney’s Tavern
Lively 2-level bar & grill on Hoboken’s main drag, with plenty of drink specials & TVs for sports. 205 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ
Irish bar with 2 floors features burger & bar menu, darts, live music & comedy, plus a jukebox. 138 Valley Rd, Montclair, NJ
Pint
NJ Bar & Grill
Neighborhood joint offering a wide range of American craft brews, plus jumbo “fishbowl” cocktails. 34 Wayne Street, Jersey City, NJ
Casual, family-friendly joint offering globallyinspired American eats, happy hours & trivia nights. 100 Randolph Ave, Mine Hill Township, NJ
Paradise
Blitz Sportsbar
Over-21 nightclub & gay bar with entertainment such as karaoke nights, live music & drag shows. 101 Asbury Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Sports bar serving American & Portuguese bites in warm, cozy digs with TVs & a pool table. 5317, 179 Wilson Ave, Newark, NJ
Georgies
Jockey Hollow Bar & Kitchen
Low-key gay hangout offering pub fare & cocktails, plus pool & karaoke, go-go boys & live music. 810 5th Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
American restaurant including a raw bar, a rathskeller & a lounge, all set in a 1917 landmark. 110 South St, Morristown, NJ
QXT’s Night Club
Jamie’s
Alternative club spinning cutting-edge dance music until the early morning in an industrial space. 248 Mulberry Street, Newark, NJ
Upscale Italian cigar bar for classic dishes (mostly pastas) & prime T-bones, porterhouses & fillets. 915 Bloomfield Ave, Clifton, NJ
Watermark
Upscale lounge with mixed crowd. 800 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE MAY
hero who has sacrificed a major part of their life and well-being for the betterment of all of us. To accomplish this, we will need to raise a minimum of $105,000. Help us make a FURRRever match between a service dog and military veteran in need by sponsoring, registering, or donating today! Learn more at visitnj.org.
MAY 1
JAW DROPPING WORLD OF SHARKS
Sharks are one of the most feared animals throughout the world, even though the odds of ever encountering one are highly unlikely. “Jaw Dropping World of Sharks,” a new exhibition from the New Jersey State Museum, aims to dispel some of the myths and misunderstandings about sharks and their relatives by exploring their biology, fossil record, conservation and cultural significance. Learn more at visitnj.org.
MAY 28
HISTORY HIKE AND GRAZE FOOD TOUR
Enjoy hearing Morristown’s history and tasting a meal’s worth of samples from our partners as you see multiple sites in Historic Morristown. Your tour guide will present many facts and tidbits about Morristown and its history. Samples from 6 restaurants and shops will keep you fueled during your “urban” hike of about 2 1/2 miles. The tour meets between 1:25 - 1:30 pm and runs to 5 pm finishing with a mini flight at Glenbrook Brewery, located at 95 Morris Avenue. Learn more at visitnj.org.
MAY 11
POSING BEAUTY IN AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE
The New Jersey State Museum is pleased to present “Posing Beauty in African American Culture,” a touring exhibition. The exhibition explores the contested ways in which African and African American beauty have been represented in historical and contemporary contexts. Throughout the Western history of art and imagemaking, the relationship between beauty and art has become increasingly complex within contemporary art and popular culture. Learn more online at visitnj.org.
JUNE JUN 4
BEFORE YOU GO: TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY TECHNIQUES AND TIPS
You love to travel and you love taking photos. Whether you travel overseas or locally, the most successful travel photographs capture the essence of place, people and their culture, the lived environment and the wild landscape.
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Fetch the Ball Golf Tournament Our goal is to sponsor 2 - 3 dogs annually to help improve the life of a
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RESTAURANT GUI DE El Conuco Restaurante Easygoing outpost for Dominican specialties such as mofongo, plus fruit juices & desserts. 715 Summit Ave, Union City, NJ
NICO Kitchen + Bar Sleek, high-ceilinged bar & bistro offering high-end Italian shared plates, cocktails & wine. One Center St, Newark, NJ
Battello Industrial-chic eatery offering a seafoodfocused menu of modern Italian fare, scenic views & a bar. 502 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ
Porto Leggero Upscale, chandelier-filled venue serving Italian fare in a high-ceilinged space with tall windows. 185 Hudson St, Jersey City, NJ
La Cocina Relaxed counter-service eatery offering Cuban-American sandwiches, empanadas, desserts & coffee. 61 New St, Newark, NJ
El Tapatio Snug, mom-&-pop outpost featuring hearty plates of traditional Mexican fare in a laid-back setting. 104 Market St, Passaic, NJ
Madame Claude Bis Cozy, dimly lit cafe with outdoor tables serving up French bistro items. 390 4th St, Jersey City, NJ
Spanish Tavern Longtime Spanish restaurant serving paella & other traditional dishes. 103 McWhorter St A, Newark, NJ
Garcia’s Restaurant Homey restaurant serving Ecuadorian cuisine, especially seafood, in a lively, wood-paneled space. 800 John F. Kennedy Blvd West, Union City, NJ
DOMODOMO Elevated restaurant with outdoor seating offering nigiri, sushi rolls & seafood dishes. 200 Greene St, Jersey City, NJ Zack’s Familiar fare, such as burgers & pasta, with microbrews & weekend brunch. 232 Willow Ave, Hoboken, NJ
Iberia Tavern & Restaurant Eatery with Mediterranean decor known for its abundant rodizio & seafood, with patio & parking lot. 80-84 Ferry St, Newark, NJ
Fornos of Spain Large, bustling restaurant serving Spanish surf, turf & wines in an elegant, old-world setting. 47 Ferry St, Newark, NJ
Chango Kitchen Laid-back venue specializing in traditional Cuban & Latin fare, plus weekend brunch & cocktails. 301 Willow Ave, Hoboken, NJ
El Chevere Whole chickens roasted on the rotisserie plus Peurvian standards such as ceviche in a simple space. 258 Monroe St, Passaic, NJ
Rumba Cubana Serving traditional dishes, shakes & cocktails in a tropical-themed setting. 235 Pavonia Ave, Jersey City, NJ
South House Down-home Southern dishes & clever cocktails whipped up in a rustic setting with eclectic decor. 149 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Mexico Restaurant Busy Mexican joint with bright, artful decor offering dishes like tacos, fajitas & enchiladas. 141 Market St, Passaic, NJ
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE Learn to make travel photos that tell a story. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
Atlantic City drag queen hosts you’ll ever have the pleasure of encountering. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUN 4 11:30AM-5:00PM
SAVIOR, SIP & SHOP FOOD TOUR
JULY
Spend a day making memories with friends and family or come alone and make new friends. Disconnect from social media and on-line shopping and spend time interacting with the shop owner and managers, servers, and brew masters along the route in historic and vibrant Morristown. You’ll Savor, Sip and Shop while hearing a bit about the history of the town and some of its unique locations. Visit visitnj.org.
JUL 6
LATE NIGHT HUMP VARIETY SHOW
ate Night Hump is a 420 Comedy Variety show hosted by Jordan Fried with Nationally touring Stand-Ups, Improv Comedy and Stoner Surprises! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUL 13
FIVE MINUTES TO HELP
JUN 6
We are all aware that nothing changes if nothing changes. In an effort to encourage overdose victims to consider assistance, Five Minutes to Help was envisoned by the NJ Department of Health’s Office of Emergency Medical Services. The goal: to arm New Jersey’s first responders with new knowledge and communication skills that can be applied on the scene, post-overdose reversal, to encourage patients to seek help for their addiction and increase their awareness of available recovery resources in their communities. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
PEACEFUL SLEEP IS POSSIBLE
Find yourself awake and scrolling at 3AM because you can’t sleep? Give me 5 days and I will help you get some deep luscious sleep. As a sleep expert and someone who has struggled with sleep issues throughout my life, I understand how the lack of sleep drains the joy and life out of you. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUN 17
ILLUSIONS THE DRAG QUEEN SHOW ATLANTIC CITY - DRAG QUEEN DINNER SHOW
JUL 16
Illusions the Drag Queen Show Atlantic City is the perfect combination of spectacular burlesque style and comedy performances by the industry’s best celebrity impersonators and the funniest
2022 ATLANTIC CITY VEGAN FOOD FESTIVAL
The Atlantic City Vegan Food Fest s a two-day celebration that features
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LGBTQ COM MU NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS
Hudson Pride Connection Center LGBT community center providing support, services and resources. www.hudsonpride.org. 32 Jones Street, Jersey City, NJ
North Jersey Pride LGBT events and activities to promote inclusivity, equality, awareness. www.northjerseypride.org. Phone: 124 Dunnell Rd, Maplewood, NJ
GAAMC Not-for-profit volunteer-run organization that provides social, educational, and outreach programs. www.gaamc.org
Qspot LGBT Community Center Providing resources, referrals, education, and outreach. Phone: (732) 455-3373 | www.qspot.org 66 S Main St, Ocean Grove, NJ
Garden State Equality New Jersey’s largest LGBT organization Headquarters - 1408 Main Street, Asbury Park, New Jersey North Jersey Office - 40 S Fullerton Avenue Montclair, New Jersey www.gardenstateequality.org Newark LGBTQ Community Center Community center providing safe space, programs, and services that support the well-being of the LGBTQ community. Phone: 973-424-9555 | www.newarklgbtqcenter.org Location: 11 Halsey Street, Newark, NJ North Jersey Gay Lesbian Bowling LGBT Sponsored Bowling League. Phone: (201) 452-4216 | www.njglb.net 291 Bloomfield Ave #2, Nutley, NJ The Pride Center Serving the LGBTIQQA community 25 years as a resource and service center. www.pridecenter.org. 85 Raritan Ave #100, Highland Park, NJ Phone: 732-846-2232
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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY ACCESSIBILITY SOLUTIONS 101 Mobility............................................................. 7
FINANCIAL PLANNER Certified Financial Services....................................... 1
BANK TD Bank, Americas Most Convenient Bank®........... 17
HEALTH CARE Bergen New Bridge Medical Center..... back outside cover
BAR Steel Wheel Tavern................................................. 11
INSURANCE John Clary - Allstate................................................ 19
CREDIT UNION Visions FCU............................................................... 3
MOBILITY RENTALS 101 Mobility............................................................. 7
DIVORCE Freeman Law Center, LLC.................... front inside cover
REAL ESTATE North Central Jersey Association of REALTORS®....... 5
ELDER LAW Law Offices of Robert A. Bernstein Esq., LLC............. 5
RESTAURANT Steel Wheel Tavern................................................. 11
FAMILY LAW Cipriano Law Offices, P.C........................................... 9 Edens Law Group, LLC............................................. 19 Freeman Law Center, LLC.................... front inside cover
TRUSTS & ESTATES Law Offices of Robert A. Bernstein Esq., LLC............. 5
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2022 EVENT SCH E DULE yummy vegan and plant-based meals from local chefs, as well as vegan products, plant-based fashion, live music and good times. All welcome! Learn more at eventbrite.com.
JUL 20
MICRO WRESTLING RETURNS TO TRENTON, NJ The Micro Wrestling Federation is a full-scale, WWE type event supported by an entire cast under five feet tall. It’s going to be pandemonium as the Micro Wrestlers body slam, bear hug, and headlock throughout an evening of nonstop action. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
AUGUST AUG 1
IMPRESSIONS & COMEDY JIMMY MAZZ COMES TO AC SUMMER 2022 Direct from Caesar’s, MGM and The Resorts Atlantic City, Jimmy’s all new Legends & Laughter impressions and comedy show is an amusing musical journey thru some of Jimmy’s favorite songs by a wide variety of performers ranging from the classics to today’s contemporary artists. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
AUG 22
DOZEN DIVAS SHOW - DIRECT FROM NYC RETURNS TO AC SUMMER 2022
Divas wrapped up into one dynamite package! Dorothy lovingly sends up a fully costumed, vocally brilliant tribute to the worlds greatest singing icons from Cher to Adele. This show never disappoints! Learn more online at eventbrite.com.
AUG 26
ROLLING WITH THE PARKERS TOUR
Come learn the Real Estate game and how you can add multiple streams of income to your current situation. You’ll learn how to find off market properties, how to fix and flip properties, how to fix your credit, etc. Learn more at eventbrite.com.