Burlington County Restaurant Week kicks off this weekend and it’s expected to be one of the best yet with dozens of participating restaurants offering a variety of specials, discounts and signature dishes.
The weeklong celebration of Burlington County restaurants, taverns, breweries, wineries, distilleries and food trucks begins this Sunday, Aug. 3, and continues through Saturday, Aug. 9.
More than 80 local establishments are participating in this latest chapter of Burlington County’s tastiest business promotion, including more than a dozen first-time participants. The restaurants are located across Burlington County in more than three quarters of the county’s 40 municipalities and offer a variety of different cuisines and drinks, ranging from fine dining, tapas and fusion, to pizza, wings, cheesesteaks and burgers.
Now in its 6th year, Restaurant Week is organized by the Burlington County Commissioners, the Office of State Senator Troy Singleton, the Burlington County Bridge Commission Department of Economic Development and the Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce.
“Burlington County is a business-friendly community and Burlington County Restaurant Week is our biggest business promotion each year,” said Burlington County Commissioner Director Dr. Felicia Hopson. “It showcases all the outstanding restaurants, breweries and other hospitality businesses that call Burlington County home and the diverse dining options that are available here.”
“In every corner of Burlington County there are great restaurants, including many family-run businesses whose owners and employees are neighbors, family or friends,” added Senator Singleton. “Restaurants aren’t merely places to purchase a meal. They are important gathering spots and destinations that bring people to local downtowns and business districts. Restaurant Week is an outstanding tradition that celebrates both the great food at these businesses but also the impact they have on Burlington County communities.”
Throughout Restaurant Week, the County Commissioners, Senator Singleton, the Bridge Commission, Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce and other elected leaders will highlight many of the participating establishments by visiting them and posting spotlights on social media.
Restaurant patrons are also encouraged to try new restaurants or celebrate their local favorites by posting about them with the hashtag #BurlcoRestaurantWeek.
Most participating restaurants and eateries have created Restaurant Week menus, specials, unique dishes or discounts as part of the event.
Among the specials announced, Under the Moon Café in Bordentown City will offer a three-course special menu featuring its signature beef and veggie empanadas, corn brule, ahi tuna bites, wagyu burger, strip steak, shrimp pappardelle, blueberry lemon crepe cake and more.
Robin’s Nest in Mount Holly is also offering a special Farm-to-Fork fixed price menu featuring a chilled blueberry soup, New Jersey tomato caprese, fried zucchini fritters, New Jersey peach pork loin, stuffed peppers, and blueberry crisp, among other dishes using produce and other ingredients sourced from Hunter’s Farm in Cinnaminson and the Lone Wolf Farm in Pemberton.
Other participants with special menus for the week include Luna y Sol in Moorestown, Barone’s Tuscan Grill in Moorestown, Braddock’s Tavern in Medford, French Press in Moorestown, The Union House in Mount Holly, Splitz Bar & Grill in Mount Laurel, Ryfe Bar, Restaurant & Event Venue in Moorestown and Illiano Cucina in Medford.
Many other establishments are offering percentage discounts or other specials throughout the week, among them Christopher’s Deli in Mount Holly, which has a “buy one get one free” special on its “Burlington”, “Mount Holly” and “Westampton” hoagies in honor of Restaurant Week.
A complete list of participating restaurants and offers is available online at the Burlington County Restaurant Week page, https://www.co.burlington.nj.us/1844/Restaurant-Week . Also be sure to follow the Burlington County Commissioners, Senator Singleton, Burlington County Economic Development and the Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce on Facebook and other social media sites for restaurant spotlights, photos and videos of many of the delicious dishes local restaurants are serving.
“From cheesesteaks and wings to fusion and fine dining, Burlington County has it all. No matter your tastes, Restaurant Week is a great way to support Burlington County’s restaurants and their employees,” said Kristi Howell, president and CEO of the Burlington County Regional Chamber of Commerce. “This is a perfect example of the support provided to Burlington County’s businesses and why great businesses choose to be here.”
“Burlington County values small businesses, not just because of their economic importance and jobs but because they are the backbone of our local communities,” said Commissioner Deputy Director Allison Eckel. “Dining locally during Restaurant Week is a way to support our county restaurants and their many employees, along with the local downtowns and business districts where they are located.”