Here are the businesses that have closed or announced closing announcements in New Jersey this year.
The past few years have been rough for a declining brick-and-mortar retail industry.
The retail apocalypse continues to hit stores hard. Many have struggled since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and it has been a particularly tough year in New Jersey for some popular chains and businesses.
Here’s a look at some businesses that have announced closings or shuttered stores permanently already in 2023.
Note: This list highlights businesses that closed or made closing announcements after March.
A&S Salumeria
A & S Salumeria took to Facebook to announce its plans to close on Monday, May 29 (Memorial Day).
The salumeria — an Italian meat shop or deli — was located at 480 Route 33 in Millstone Township.
“After 45 years in the business (21 of them in Millstone Township), I’ve decided to put down the knives and hang up the apron,” owner Anthony Mannino’s post read.
Angeloni’s II Restaurant and Lounge
The popular Italian restaurant shuttered on April 30, after owner Alan Angeloni decided to retire.
Angeloni’s served Italian classics for more than 42 years in Atlantic City.
The business was located at 2400 Arctic Ave., since its opening in 1981.
Atco Dragway
Atco Dragway, a New Jersey racing staple, recently announced its permanent closure after more than six decades.
Atco Dragway was touted as the oldest drag-racing strip in the state.
The racetrack had been located at 1000 Jackson Rd. in Atco since 1960.
Bertucci's closed its last New Jersey location in Mount Laurel on June 26, 2023.
Bertucci’s
Bertucci’s recently closed its last New Jersey restaurant.
The Italian restaurant chain shuttered its spot in Mount Laurel on June 26. It was located at 1220 Nixon Dr. in the East Gate Square shopping center.
Bertucci’s, which once had about 100 restaurants, currently operates 26 locations.
Cherry Hill Diner
Cherry Hill Diner shuttered on April 30.
It was located at 2341 Route 38 in Cherry Hill, at the corner of Route 38 and Cooper Landing Road.
The 58-year-old diner had been a local favorite since opening as Windsor Diner in the 1960s.
Now, though, it will be demolished, and Tidal Wave Auto Spa, a self-service car wash, will be built in its place.
Corrado’s Market
New Jersey-based grocer Corrado’s Market recently shuttered its supermarket in Wayne.
It was located at 201 Berdan Ave., anchoring the Point View Shopping Center.
Corrado’s originally opened in Wayne in 2008. The grocer currently operates two Garden State locations: Clifton and Fairfield.
DiBartolo European Bakery
DiBartolo European Bakery closed on April 29 after more than 50 years in business.
The bakery was located at 667 Haddon Ave. in Collingswood. A specific reason was not disclosed.
Benjamin DiBartolo originally opened the family business in 1969 in Pennsauken. The bakery then moved to its Collingswood location in 1990.
Empire Diner
The Empire Diner closed on July 1.
Formerly known as the Par-Troy Diner, Empire Diner was located at 1315 Route 46 in Parsippany.
Shree Estates LLC purchased the 1.5-acre property in February 2023. The investor bought several nearby properties with plans for redevelopment.
Redevelopment plans for the site have yet to be announced.
Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
Iberia Tavern & Restaurant in Newark closed on June 4 after almost five decades in business. Alexandra Pais | For The Star-Ledger
Iberia Tavern & Restaurant, a beloved Portuguese restaurant in Newark, shuttered on June 4 after almost five decades.
It was located at 80 Ferry St. in Newark’s Ironbound section since opening in 1974.
Iberia’s owners Ilda Loureiro and Jorge Fernandes announced plans to retire. The owners also cited inflation and staffing issues as a reason for selling the business.
Kohler’s Bakery
Kohler’s Bakery took to social media in April to announce plans to close after 74 years of business.
The bakery has been located at 2709 Dune Dr. in Avalon since 1949.
Kohler’s is expected to close after its last go-round this summer although an exact date has yet to be announced.
Lidl
Lidl closed New Jersey stores in Burlington Township and Howell on July 16.
The Burlington Township store was located at 1801 Mt. Holly Rd., and the Howell store was located at 425 Route 9.
The company described the stores as “underperforming locations,” the Courier-Post reported.
Lidl made its Garden State debut in 2017 and currently operates 21 Lidl stores in New Jersey.
Sipos’ Bakery
Sipos’ Bakery shared its plans to close on June 4 in a Facebook post.
The bakery was located at 365 Smith St. in Perth Amboy.
Sipos’ Bakery had opened almost 50 years ago, according to its website.
Surf Taco
Surf Taco, known for its Mexican-Californian cuisine, closed its Jackson Township spot on April 23.
It was located at 21 Hope Chapel Rd.
This is the fifth Surf Taco to close in New Jersey since 2020. The others were in Hoboken, New Brunswick, Princeton and Ship Bottom on Long Beach Island.
Surf Taco now operates nine locations in New Jersey and one in Jupiter, Florida.
Tacos El Tio Mexican Grill & Bar
Tacos El Tio Mexican Grill & Bar closed one of its New Jersey locations on May 14.
The eatery was located at 215 Route 22 in Green Brook. It opened less than a year before its closing in September 2022, according to Patch.
There are currently three Tacos El Tio restaurants in the Garden State: Egg Harbor, Medford and Monroe Township.
The Tortilla Press
The Tortilla Press, located at 703 Haddon Ave. in Collingswood, closed its doors permanently on May 28.
The eatery announced its abrupt closing on Facebook. It has originally opened in 2002.
The business shared that it “could not recoup after the pandemic” amid inflation and rising product costs.
Tortilla Press Cantina, the company’s other location, remains open in Pennsauken.
Tilted Kilt
The United Kingdom sports pub-themed chain Tilted Kilt closed its last New Jersey location on April 23.EXT
The United Kingdom sports pub-themed chain shuttered its last New Jersey spot on April 23.
It was located at 645 Berlin-Cross Keys Rd. in Sicklerville.
At one point a few years ago, there were 80 Tilted Kilt restaurants across the country. Now, though, there are nine left, scattered throughout California, Illinois, Kentucky, Nevada, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.
Wawa
Wawa closed its location in the Collings Lakes neighborhood of Buena Vista Township on June 25.
The store, which had been in business for more than 50 years, wass located at 7 Black Horse Pike.
The company currently operates over 270 locations in New Jersey and over 900 locations nationwide.
Woodbridge Bowling Center
Woodbridge Bowling Center shuttered May 21.
The complex was located at 346 Main St. in Woodbridge.
“It is with the most heartfelt words that we let all of you know, after 40+ years under the management of Joey D and 20+ years under the ownership of the DiSilvestros, Woodbridge Bowling Center will be closing their doors at the end of the day May 21st,” the company’s Facebook farewell read. “It is time to take the next step in our lives and enjoy retirement.”
The site is expected to be turned into a self-storage facility, according to MyCentralJersey.com.
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