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Somewhere to stay out late that feels like a destination rather than just a place to kill time.

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Two floors with distinct music styles like gothic/emo and industrial keep energy high. Long-standing club offers techno and 80s-90s bops with live bands and DJs. Gritty charm meets a welcoming community that loves dancing and socializing.

A long-standing alternative dance club with over 30 years of history offers a mix of techno and 80s-90s bops. The vibe is inclusive and lively, with multiple DJs, live bands, and a welcoming community.

People are saying

"This nightclub plays incredible alternative, emo, and industrial music."

"It's a cool place with a really friendly and inclusive vibe."

"This nightlife is the best alternative clubbing experience in New Jersey."

Good to know

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Parking is free except during events at the Prudential Center.

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The club has a cover charge that varies between $10 and $20.

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Food is served until 2am, making it convenient for late-night visitors.

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Cigar shop

Upstairs lounges offer comfortable elegance and a phenomenal cigar selection from top brands. Staff create a welcoming vibe that feels like old friends. Perfect for those who value quality and a warm atmosphere.

Two upstairs lounges offer a comfortable and elegant setting with a huge selection of premium cigars. Staff treat guests like old friends, creating a welcoming vibe for cigar enthusiasts.

People are saying

"The cigar selection here is phenomenal and perfectly curated."

"You'll find a phenomenal selection of premium cigars here."

"I considered this my number one choice for a cigar Day Lounge."

Good to know

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The lounge offers a wide selection of premium cigars from top brands.

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Expect a welcoming atmosphere with knowledgeable staff ready to assist.

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The humidor is well-maintained, ensuring optimal cigar quality.

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Spacious lounge with modern decor offers a calm atmosphere and comfortable seating. Well-stocked coffee bar and buffet provide delicious food and drinks. Clean, beautifully furnished space makes it a solid spot to relax before flights.

Modern lounge offers lots of seats and delicious food and drinks. It feels clean and beautifully furnished, making it a solid spot to relax before a flight.

People are saying

"The Day Lounge staff were the friendliest people I've experienced."

"The food here is good and the staff is attentive."

"The lounge's decor is epic and it's beautifully furnished."

Good to know

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Access to the Delta Airlines Sky Club Lounge costs $50 per guest.

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The lounge offers a complimentary bar menu with a variety of drinks.

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Food options include gluten-free and vegetarian selections.

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Spacious lounge with a massive cigar selection and a well-maintained humidor offers an upscale vibe. Soft lighting and calm music create a relaxed atmosphere perfect for conversation and laughter. Renovated smoking area and welcoming feel make it ideal for nightlife relaxation and watching sports.

A calm, comfortable, and upscale vibe sets the tone with a massive cigar selection for every enthusiast. The lounge offers a welcoming, family-like atmosphere where watching sports and relaxing after work fit naturally.

People are saying

"The nightlife here is a welcoming, family-like atmosphere."

"It's a great place to smoke cigars and unwind."

"It's a chill spot to unwind after a demanding workday."

Good to know

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There is plenty of parking available.

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The lounge is easily accessible from McCarter Highway RT#21.

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It is a place to relax and unwind for all guests.

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Small space offers a cozy, high-class ambience with comfortable seating that turns lively at night. Phenomenal DJ spins afrobeats while giant hookahs and sparklers add to celebrations. Food improves over time, enhancing the relaxing vibe and overall experience.

Small space transforms into a club at night with a relaxing vibe. Food ages like fine wine, adding to the great experience.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and excellent."

"This place made my surprise birthday party the best ever!"

"The food here has deliciously bold flavors and generous portions."

Good to know

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The restaurant is BYOB, with a $20 cork fee for bottles.

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Expect long wait times, especially on busy nights.

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Street parking is available on Mount Pleasant Avenue and nearby streets.

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Contemporary lounge boasts velvet sofas and a spacious layout for comfort. Live DJ spins classic House and hip hop, setting a lively yet mellow vibe. Asian-inspired dishes add a unique twist to the sports bar atmosphere.

Spacious and stylish with a mellow vibe and nice music, the lounge offers an elegant atmosphere without feeling overcrowded. A $20 cover charge applies, and parking requires a walk from downtown spots.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing and delicious."

"The bar's music is usually a vibe."

"The drinks here are made well, especially the blueberry lemon drop."

Good to know

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Parking can be difficult due to the downtown location; street parking is recommended.

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There is a $20 cover charge for entry on busy nights.

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Happy hour offers discounted drinks and appetizers on weekdays.

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West African restaurant

West African restaurant shines with elegant decor and a lively vibe. DJ spins tunes, creating an authentic Lagos nightlife feel. Guests enjoy attentive service and spacious seating for celebrations or casual nights out.

Great vibes with a lounge feel and a DJ setting the mood create an authentic Lagos nightlife atmosphere. Outstanding service and a perfect spot for celebrations or a night out add to the experience.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be really good."

"The DJ was great and really on point."

"The hookah experience here is premium, with rich flavor and top-tier hygiene."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 1 PM to 7 PM on weekdays with $5 appetizers.

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The restaurant does not serve alcohol due to a lack of liquor license.

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Expect a 16% gratuity fee added to your bill for dining in.

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Space blends African decor with a lively club vibe. Dining offers a relaxed setting, while the bar buzzes with live saxophone and afro-beats. Shifts from quiet dinners to an upscale lounge with clean air and great music.

The spot shifts from a restaurant to a club with clean air, good music, and nice vibes. It offers both quiet dinners and lively nightlife in an upscale lounge setting.

People are saying

"The DJ here is awesome and keeps you dancing all night."

"The dinner spots here have delicious food full of flavor."

"The nightlife here is great with DJs playing Afrobeats and Amapiano."

Good to know

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Parking can be difficult to find near the venue.

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Reservations are recommended, especially for weekend dining.

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An 18% gratuity is automatically added to the bill.

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Restaurant

Modern, spacious design with a rooftop view sets a chilled yet lively scene. Live DJs and an MC create an energetic vibe perfect for dancing and socializing. Enjoy excellent hookah and strong cocktails for a full nightlife experience.

The lounge offers an amazing ambience with excellent hookah and a vibe that fits any occasion. It combines great food, drinks, and dancing for a full nightlife experience.

People are saying

"The food here was hot and delicious."

"The nightlife here has a great vibe with awesome music."

"The Day Lounge has an amazing ambience and stylish decor."

Good to know

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There is a $20 cover charge for the rooftop area on weekends.

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Happy hour offers drinks and hookah at half the regular price on Wednesdays.

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Thursdays feature $40 for 90 minutes of unlimited margaritas.

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Rooftop bar shines with cosmopolitan drinks and an upscale vibe perfect for dates. Lounge upstairs handles larger crowds and turns club-like for lively nights. Service stays excellent, balancing quiet chats and party energy.

Upstairs lounge handles larger crowds well and parts of the venue get club-like at times. Service stays excellent and the vibe feels nice, making it good for events and parties.

People are saying

"The dinner spots here are delicious and filling."

"The nightlife here can turn into a club, great for larger crowds."

"The bar staff here is gorgeous, friendly, knowledgeable, and fast."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended for special events like Valentine's Dinner.

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The venue is suitable for hosting events and parties.

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Expect a lively atmosphere, especially during game nights.

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Sushi restaurant

Small space with elegant modern dรฉcor offers a cozy vibe for quiet chats. Nightlife shines with great drinks and friendly staff. Options range from ร  la carte to all-you-can-eat, perfect for romantic evenings or fun nights out.

Vibrant nightlife features great drinks and friendly, attentive staff. Options include ร  la carte or all-you-can-eat, fitting both romantic evenings and nights out with friends.

People are saying

"The sushi here is amazing, with such friendly and attentive staff."

"It's a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for date spots."

"The service here is great; the staff are friendly and attentive."

Good to know

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An automatic 18% service charge is added to all dining bills.

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There is an additional charge when using credit cards.

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The all-you-can-eat menu offers a variety of options.

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Spacious lounge offers ample seating and a busy vibe with premium cocktails and champagne. Quiet rooms and showers support comfort and work needs. Nightlife shines with a bar and buffet, plus vegetarian dishes and quick service.

Spacious and quiet areas create a relaxed atmosphere with a bar, buffet lines, and an integrated sit-down restaurant. Hot food options, vegetarian dishes, and quick, professional service add to the lounge's appeal for nightlife.

People are saying

"The Day Lounge felt huge and spacious with ample seating everywhere."

"The buffet had a great selection of food and drinks."

"The lounge food and drinks were excellent, with fine dining style dishes."

Good to know

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Access to the lounge costs $59 per person.

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The lounge closes at 10pm, which may be early for late flights.

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Expect limited seating, especially during peak hours like Friday at 4pm.

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Night club pulses with nonstop Latin music like bachata and merengue. Crowd skews older, drawn by energetic dancing to tropical rhythms. Drinks are served but not allowed on the dance floor, keeping focus on respectable Latin nightlife.

Respectable club with a focus on Latin music and dancing. Alcoholic drinks are allowed but not while dancing.

People are saying

"This Latin club's nightlife is all about nonstop salsa, merengue, and bachata."

"I loved dancing to nonstop Latin music here."

"You can get drunk beforehand and then go dancing."

Good to know

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The cover charge is $15, but women have no cover on Fridays.

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Currently, no one is allowed to dance with alcoholic beverages at the club.

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The music variety is limited to salsa and bachata.

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Big Nigerian lounge buzzes with energetic DJs and a lively crowd. VIP section upstairs offers a well-furnished spot for a fun night out. Sticky carpets don't dull the great ambience and safe, easy-going vibe.

Big Nigerian lounge offers great ambience and energy. The club feels safe and is well furnished for a fun night out.

People are saying

"I found the African food here so delicious, I wanted to come back."

"We paid $10 to enter and then had to find our own waitress at the bar."

"The nightlife here is strict; they don't want you entering drunk."

Good to know

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After 11 pm, there is a cover charge of $10 or $20 to get in.

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Seating is limited to one hour for dining and hookah.

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VIP seating is recommended for longer stays.

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Mexican restaurant

Spacious Mexican spot shines with artistic decor and a large dance floor. Music blends classics and afrobeats, keeping energy high. VIP area adds exclusivity while the club vibe and great service make afternoons lively and fun.

A club with great vibes and great service fills the space with energy. The atmosphere turns jumpy and club-like in the afternoon, backed by solid music and food.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious."

"The nightlife here is jumpy and club-like with vivid art."

"The atmosphere here is really cool and visually appealing."

Good to know

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Parking onsite costs $20, and valet parking is $25.

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The restaurant includes an automatic 18% gratuity on all bills.

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Happy hour offers affordable food and drinks on Thursday evenings.

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Stylish lounge with Caribbean-inspired decor and comfortable seating offers a cozy vibe. Latin music and DJ sets keep energy lively but allow easy conversation. Enjoy tasty drinks and a chill crowd perfect for celebrations or casual nights out.

A cool, relaxed vibe sets the tone with a Caribbean-inspired interior featuring palm trees. The lounge offers tasty drinks, separate tabs for hookah and drinks, and a chill crowd ideal for hanging out or celebrating.

People are saying

"The bar's vibe is cool, relaxed, and perfect for a night out."

"The nightlife here has a cool, relaxed vibe with stylish decor."

"I enjoyed the good food and great drinks."

Good to know

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The kitchen opens at 6:30pm, not 6pm as previously stated.

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Brunch lasts for two hours, starting at 10am on weekends.

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Entry requires a cover charge, which varies by night.

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Spacious lounge with runway views offers a quiet, tranquil atmosphere and modern decor. Self-serve full bar and excellent service create a clean, comfortable spot for nightlife. Ample charging outlets support both relaxation and work, while a separate first class dining area adds exclusivity.

A spacious lounge with modern decor and a self-serve full bar offers a clean, comfortable spot to relax. Service is excellent and food options are good, making it easy to settle in before a flight.

People are saying

"The Day Lounge has a great selection of hot and cold food options."

"The bar staff were so friendly and helpful."

"The service at this nightlife spot was quick and friendly."

Good to know

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The lounge opens at 3:30 PM, which may require waiting for entry.

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Food options are very limited, with no bowls or milk available.

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The lounge has only one coffee machine, which may not be functional.

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Dominican restaurant

Huge space pulses with loud Latin dance club energy and authentic Dominican cuisine. Music fills the air with merengue, bachata, and salsa, sparking nonstop dancing. Outdoor seating offers a relaxed vibe away from the bustling bar and club area.

Weekends bring a loud Latin dance club vibe with nice music and dancing. The space shifts into a club and lounge atmosphere where people stand at the counter and enjoy the scene.

People are saying

"I found the Dominican food here to be delicious."

"It's a nightclub on weekends with nice music and dancing."

"It's a loud Latin dance club with great music and dancing on weekends."

Good to know

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Karaoke starts at 9 PM on Thursdays and runs until 2:30 AM.

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El Merengue turns into a lounge or club on Friday and Saturday nights.

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Expect large crowds on weekends, making entry difficult.

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