While the rain continued to come down, it didn’t stop the influx of new eats to blossom. Lots and lots of activity in the dining scene this month and ahead for the rest of spring in Greater Bergen County.

Rudy’s – Closter – Link
Longtime pizzeria opens at new Closter Plaza home.

Big Bowls, Little Plates – Rutherford – Link
Fast casual concept offering bowls (soup, noodles) and small plates of Asian-inspired eats.

Chicken Castle – Carlstadt – Link
Chicken that is organic with no hormones or antibiotics.

Forgia – Suffern – Link
Wood-burning pizza and more in Rockland.

Cousin’s Pizza – Norwood – Link
Pizzeria returns after fire earlier this year.

Soup Dumpling Plus – Fort Lee – Link
Restaurant specializes in Xiao Long Bao.

Hearth Tap & Co. – Montvale – Link
Gastropub highlighting craft eats and drinks.

Sanchez Mexican Restaurant – Teaneck – Link
Mexican food