New Restaurants, Businesses That Opened In Bridgewater In 2025

BRIDGEWATER, NJ — Things can change quickly in Bridgewater's business landscape, and once again, 2025 was no exception.

Let’s take a moment to reflect on the new spots that opened last year — places you might not have had the chance to explore yet.

Here’s a look at what debuted or had a ribbon-cutting ceremony in the Bridgewater area in 2025(click headline to read the article).:

Millburn Deli's New Bridgewater Commons Location Is Now Open

Millburn Deli, the highly anticipated sandwich shop, has officially opened its newest location in The Village at Bridgewater Commons.

Basking Ridge resident and Millburn Deli owner Andrew Morgan grew up going to the mall as a teen so it was only fitting to open his newest location in his home county.

This New Indian Restaurant Is Now Open On Route 202 In Somerset County

A new Indian restaurant has officially opened on the Bridgewater and Branchburg border.

Mauka Indian Cuisine held its soft opening on Tuesday at 793 Route 202 in Bridgewater.

Stone Tavern Now Open In Former Bridgewater Houlihan's Location

Stone Tavern, a new upscale restaurant, has finally opened in the former Houlihan's location off Route 22 in Bridgewater.

Somerset County Family Is Spreading Positive, Inclusive Message One Scoop At A Time

Deeply connected to the neurodivergent and disabled community, the Kolb family is on a mission to spread kindness and inclusivity through their newly opened ice cream shop.

Rich, Jen, and Aly Kolb opened Ice Cream For All at the end of August at 137 Old York Road in the Bradley Gardens section of the Township near Duke Island Park.

Veteran Opens New Vintage Clothing Store At Bridgewater Commons

Millennials, get ready to be transported back to the '80s, '90s, and 2000s.

Bridgewater local and National Guard veteran Terrell Person recently opened Zuted Vintage in the Bridgewater Commons on the third floor next to Hot Topic.

Pop Mart, Home Of The Labubu, Opens New Store At Bridgewater Commons

Pop Mart, home of the Labubu, has opened its newest store at Bridgewater Commons.

Pop Mart is located on the Upper Level of the mall at 400 Commons Way in the (old Sketchers space), between Tori Japan and Hollister.

New Cowboy Boot, Western Wear Store Sets Opening Date For 1st Somerset County Location

The national western apparel chain Boot Barn will host a grand opening for its first Somerset County location at Bridgewater's Somerset Shopping Center off the Somerville Circle.

Youngest Chef On 'Diners, Drive-ins and Dives' Opens Somerset County Restaurant

At 18 years old, Giovanni LaCorte was the youngest chef ever featured on Food Network's "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives." Now the chef at Joe's Meat Market has expanded to open his own restaurant Giovanni's right next door in South Bound Brook.

Bridgewater Family-Run Liquor Saver Expands To Open Larger Store

Bridgewater family-owned and operated Liquor Saver has been in business for nearly 30 years. Now they have made a huge move by opening in a much larger location.

Bridgewater Friendship Blossoms Into Women-Owned Floral Workshop In Somerset County

After meeting at a wedding and having a similar love for florals, it was inevitable that the friendship between Disha Mistry and Trisha Singh of Bridgewater would eventually blossom into a floral workshop business.

"We both have this interest in florals. And we thought, what this area needs is more things to do. There are lots of restaurants and stuff, but there aren't a lot of activities," said Mistry to Patch.

New Outdoor Lifestyle Store Opening Update For 1st Somerset County Location

L.L.Bean, the outdoor lifestyle brand, is coming to Somerset County very soon and is now hiring.

The brand will open its fourth store in New Jersey and first in Somerset County this July at Chimney Rock Crossing at 348 Chimney Rock Rd off Route 22 in Bridgewater.

Brother, Sister Duo Open Luigi's Deli & Italian Market In Bridgewater

Brother and sister team Luigi and Danielle Terraglia, under the guidance of their father Luigi, are bringing a little taste of their home-cooked Italian food to Martinsville.

The family-owned and operated Luigi's Deli and Italian market recently opened at 1990 Washington Valley Road in the Martinsville section of Bridgewater.

New UPS Store To Open In Bridgewater

A new UPS store will be coming to Bridgewater.

Real estate firm NAI James E. Hanson negotiated a 1,826-square-foot retail lease with The UPS Store at The Bridgewater Shops located at 1300 Prince Rodgers Boulevard in Bridgewater.

This Celebrity Favorite Premium Athletic Apparel Store Is Coming To Somerset County

A celebrity favorite, Alo Yoga, is coming to the Somerset County area.

The premium athletic apparel and accessories brand focused on wellness, mindfulness, and movement will open its fifth New Jersey store at Bridgewater Commons this fall.

Wine Outlet To Open At Bridgewater Promenade Saturday

A new liquor store is opening in Bridgewater this Saturday.

Wine Outlet is opening at 155 Promenade Blvd., Suite A08, in Bridgewater (in the Bridgewater Promenade shopping center).

Newly Renovated Applebee's Hosts Ribbon Cutting In Bridgewater

Newly remodeled and renovated Applebee’s® Neighborhood Grill + Bar in Bridgewater recently held a ribbon cutting to celebrate its new look.

New Neighborhood Bagels & Cafe Spot Opens Off Route 202 In Somerset County

A new neighborhood Bagels & Cafe spot has opened off Route 202 South in Branchburg.

Branchburg Bagels & Cafe opened recently at 1053 Route 202 and offers breakfast, lunch, and coffee.

New Restaurant, Bar Opening At Former Michael's Inn In Raritan

A new restaurant and bar, Usual Suspects, will be opening in Raritan.

It is opening at 46 Thompson St. in Raritan, which is the same location where longtime business Michael's Inn operated for 55 years before closing in 2023.

Yella's Family-Owned Sandwich Shop Opens In Somerset County

The family-owned sandwich shop Yella's has officially opened its first Somerset County location in Warren Township.

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