Well, it finally got cold this winter. But don’t let the potential for chilly temps and more snow hold you back from checking out some new places in the area.

Istanblue – River Edge – Link
Mediterranean restaurant on Kinderkamack.

catchy – Ho-Ho-Kus – Link
Retail space (including cafe) for local catering business The Catch-y Caterer.

Giovanna’s Gourmet Takeout – Ramsey – Link
Takeout/grab and go location from Giovanna’s Cafe (also in Ramsey).

Koffeewagon Roasters – Hasbrouck Heights – Link
Retail coffee shop from local coffee roaster.

Garden State Ale House – East Rutherford – Link
Second location (first is in New Brunswick) of gasstropub with scratch kitchen, craft cocktails and more.

Sensible Fork – Ridgewood – Link
Gourmet health grill and cafe using fresh and natural ingredients.

Arigato – Edgewater – Link
All you can eat sushi restaurant from North Arlington.

Biddy O’Malley’s – Englewood – Link
New American and Irish gastropub and bar next to BergenPAC.

Bici – Ramsey – Link
Modern Italian restaurant from owners of Velo in Nyack.