These are New Jersey's coziest restaurants

New Jersey has its share of waterfront restaurants for warm-weather dining. This time of year most of us look for something a little different to fit the mood of the season.

When it's cold outside people like to find a cozy place to enjoy a good meal or a few drinks. But what is cozy? The Oxford definition describes it this way: giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation.

So, we asked our listeners for a little help in coming up with the coziest restaurants in New Jersey. As usual, when we asked the audience to chime in, there was no shortage of great suggestions.

Cozy can mean a small space with dim lighting, a restaurant with a fireplace, or just decor that gives off a cozy vibe.

Huddy's Inn - Colts Neck

The Vue - Atlantic City

Due Amici - Cinnaminson.

Pluckemin Inn - Bedminster

Verona Italian Restaurant - Randolph

Cranford Hotel Restaurant & Pub - Cranford

Scarborough Fair - Sea Girt

Il Villagio - Cherry Hill

The Ark Pub & Eatery - Point Pleasant Beach

The Publick House Hotel & Restaurant - Chester

Braddock's Tavern - Medford

Sergeantsville Inn - Sergeantsville

Valenzano Family Winery - Shamong

Valenzano Winery (Photo Credit: Dennis Malloy photo)

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Restaurants that closed in New Jersey During 2023

Here are some of the restaurants that closed their doors around New Jersey in 2023 listed alphabetically. Did your favorite restaurant close in 2023? Contact reporter Dan Alexander at Dan.Alexander@townsquaremedia.com.

Gallery Credit: Dan Alexander

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