Bigger isn’t always better… just take a look at the state of New Jersey. We’re the 4th smallest state by area but the #1 most amazing by every metric that matters (in my humble opinion). Hiking? Check! Beautiful beaches? Check! Endless entertainment? Check! Diverse and delicious cuisine? Check! We have so much to offer in the tiny amount of space we take up, and these restaurants are no different than the enchanting landscape of our state. Prepare your taste buds for excellence, because we’re about to go on a virtual visit to some amazing tiny restaurants in New Jersey that you’ll want to experience in real life. Check it out:

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Is your favorite diminutive dining spot not on this list? It may be featured in my previous post, These 18 Restaurants In New Jersey Don’t Look Like Much… But WOW, They’re Good. You’ll find more popular petite eateries like White House Subs, The Clam Bar, Maria’s Luncheonette and White Manna. What other tiny restaurants in New Jersey are you loving?

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Tiny Restaurants In New Jersey

Are there other small restaurants in New Jersey worth trying?

Here in The Garden State, you’ll find a melting pot of people from different walks of life. People from all over the world have settled here, and as a result many small restaurants in New Jersey have popped up to serve big flavor. You kind find some locally coveted restaurants in our petite foodie towns. We have an underrated foodie scene here, and you will have all sorts of fun discovering some of our state's most delicious hidden gems.

What are the best restaurants in New Jersey?

The very best restaurants in New Jersey, you’ll find, are often under the radar. The best also boils down to category – it all depends on what you’re craving. Longing for all you can eat crab legs? Check out Harvest Buffet. Want a giant burrito? Swing by Surf Taco. Comfort food? Ask the locals – they’ll surely point you in the direction of some of their favorites!

What are the favorite local restaurants in New Jersey?

Local restaurants are at the heart of the New Jersey dining scene. If you want to experience big flavor, ask around for local made-from-scratch-style restaurants. It seems that every small town has its own… and each quaint local eatery has its own claim to fame! You’ll adore your time in New Jersey, but your taste buds will love it even more. Be sure to explore The Garden State with an open mind and a generous appetite.

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