In the heart of Newark’s IronBound district, you’ll find Krug’s Tavern. Both a restaurant and a dive bar, this laid-back, casual tavern is open for lunch, Happy Hour, dinner and into the late hours of the night. Munch on oversized sandwiches or the best burger in town while you sip on your choice of typical dive bar drinks.
The aptly named New Jersey Historical Society preserves and shares the history, traditions and physical records of the Garden State’s past and present. Hear both the good and the bad stories, the tales of trial and triumphs. See artifacts dating from the colonial era to the modern day, including books, letters, costumes, furniture, art and accessories.
Enjoy a variety of live performances–theatre, music and dance–as well as a variety of films–independent, foreign and family-friendly–at the South Orange Performing Arts Center. One of the premier entertainment and performing arts centers in the region, SOPAC also hosts a wide range of community events and educational programs for every age bracket.
Looking for that ideal mixture of classy yet casual for your next romantic date? Mompou Tapas, Wine Bar, and Lounge–one of the city’s premier dining venues–turns small plate “tapas” style dining into an art. Sip on some of the finest wines and top beers from around the world as you and your date take in some of the visual arts and live entertainment.