Passover is a major Jewish holiday that celebrates the Israelites’ escape from slavery in Egypt. Matzo is traditionally eaten in celebration of the holiday, and while there are plenty of tasty ways to snack on this cracker-like bread, it has storied roots in the Jewish faith, symbolizing the unleavened bread Israelis ate while fleeing Egypt. Now, the cracker has been imagined and reimagined into a number of different delicacies, from cozy Matzo ball soup to different kinds of pastries. Besides matzo, there are other Passover-themed dishes to try out to honor the holiday. Read on to find out the best Passover treats for this year’s Passover in New Jersey.
Babka Bailout | 476 Central Avenue A, Jersey City
True to its name, Babka Bailout sells babkas — a sweet braided bread or cake that originated in the Jewish communities of Poland and Ukraine — along with other sweet treats.
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Butterflake Bakeshop | 448 Cedar Lane, Teaneck
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For Passover, Butterflake Bakeshop is serving up items that are nut-free, sesame-free, and gluten-free. Featured items for the holiday include chocolate chip cookies, coconut macarons, rainbow cookies, and a seven-layer cake. The full Passover menu can be found here.
Cedar Market | 646 Cedar Lane, Teaneck
Cedar Market is a Kosher supermarket with everything from meats, produced, baked goods and more. The market also sells pre-prepared foods for easy Passover pick-up.
Chabad Young Professionals
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The Chabad Young Professionals, a community organization, delivers handmade shemurah matzah to those in Hoboken, Jersey City, Weehawken, and Union City during the Passover season. Residents can claim a box of Matzah courtesy of Chabad Young Professionals and Chabad Jewish Center. Get your box here.
Eppes Essen Deli + Restaurant | 105 East Mount Pleasant Avenue, Livingston
The Livingston establishment makes all sorts of Jewish specialties including stuffed derma (a sausage filled with meat, matzo meal, chicken fat, + spices), blintzes (cigar-shaped pastry), and potato kugel. A special Passover menu is being served here and includes items like matzo boxes, charoses, seder plates, and more — along with a large selection of traditional Jewish dishes. You can find the full Passover menu here.
Fair Lawn Roadhouse | 22-08 Morlot Avenue, Fair Lawn
Popular eatery and Kosher deli, Fair Lawn Roadhouse will be serving Passover-friendly meals this season. From now until April 18th locals can grab pre-prepared Passover foods like schnitzel, brisket, and more.
Foster Village Kosher Deli | 469 South Washington Avenue, Bergenfield
Foster Village Kosher Deli is prepared for all of your Passover needs. From family-style meals with Kosher entrees to Seder plates and a la carte options, there’s something for family’s of all sizes here.
Grand + Essex Market | 98 New Bridge Road, Bergenfield
Grand + Essex Market is a Kosher grocery store with a fish market, deli, bakery, produce, catering, and more. The market will be providing plenty of pre-prepared Passover meals for easy serving.
Hank Schwartz’s Delicatessen + Appetizing
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This local deli and bakery operates out of a ghost kitchen in Jersey City. The Passover menu here includes chopped liver, vegan chopped liver, salmon tartare, and Matzo tiramisu.
Harold’s New York Deli | 1173 King Georges Post Road, Edison
The Jewish deli, named a top Jewish deli in the country by Food + Wine, is known for its humongous pastrami sandwiches and delicious matzo ball soup year-round. The giant matzo ball, which is almost the size of a grapefruit, is fluffy and moist. Come hungry, or order with a big group, to sample a few of the deli’s famous sandwiches, soups, and knishes.
Hobby’s Delicatessen + Restaurant | 32 Branford Place #2723, Newark
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The downtown Newark establishment, which has been serving Eastern-European delicacies since 1962, is the go-to place for house-cured briskets, homey latkes, and Jewish pastries. Its matzo ball soup, served with a rich chicken broth, is also delicious. Pair it with the deli’s famous pastrami or corned beef sandwich on hearty rye bread.
Kosher Nosh Deli Restaurant + Catering | 894 Prospect Street, Glen Rock
This long-standing deli has served up classic deli eats including sandwiches, platters, and matzo ball soup for years.
La Promenade | 137 Piermont Road, Tenafly
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La Promenade in Tenafly is serving up classic Passover dishes this year. With items like Israeli salad, mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, brisket and more, La Promenade is here to make this season a breeze. Click here for the full menu.
Liv Breads | 184 Essex Street, Millburn + 1200 Morris Turnpike, Short Hills
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Liv Breads in Millburn + Short Hills is ready for Passover with one-of-a-kind desserts. With menu items such as fudge cake, individual lava cakes, Basque cheesecakes, Florentine cookies, and dairy-free orange cakes, items are available for pre-order to ensure availability of these popular treats.
Manischewitz Food Truck
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Manischewitz Food Truck is taking Jewish treats on the go. Since 1888 Manischewitz has been a leading Jewish food and lifestyle brand headquartered in Bayonne. Now the company is heading to the streets of New York + New Jersey with special Passover menu items such as knishes, babka, matzo ball soup, and more. Click here to find out where to catch Manischewitz Food Truck.
Mikki + Al’s Noshery | 179 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair
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Mikki + Al’s serves up the best of the best nosh around and that’s not all, patrons can also pick up a generous bowl of matzo ball soup. The spot has a Passover menu that includes dishes like latkes, matzo balls, homemade apple sauce, and more. You can find the full menu here.
Nana’s Deli | 127 South Livingston Avenue, Livingston + 210 Hudson Street, Jersey City
For over 40 years Nana’s Deli has been a family-run staple in the North Jersey community. Recently, the company expanded to Jersey City where locals can grab bites on the go. For Passover, Nana’s is prepared with classics like matzo ball soup, brisket, flourless chocolate layer cake, and more. Click here for the full menu.
Raymond’s | 28 Church Street, Montclair
A go-to in Montclair for classic dinner fare, Raymond’s serves up matzo ball soup with pulled chicken, parsnips, carrots, and dill.
Royal Wine Corporation | 63 Lefante Way, Bayonne
Royal Wine Corporation is the leading importer, manufacturer and distributor of the finest Kosher wines and spirits in the world. Headquartered in Bayonne, the company has a wide selection of Kosher wines for customers to choose from.
Tenafly Kosher Deli + Caterers | 22 Washington Street, Tenafly
This little gem has been serving hefty pastrami sandwiches since the 1950s and is still a neighborhood hotspot. The matzo ball soup, which is made fresh daily, is also delicious.
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Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace | 1711 NJ-10, Morris Plains + 10 Triangle Plaza, Ramsey + 990 Shrewsbury Avenue, Tinton Falls
Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace is providing Passover Dinner Packages that serve up to 14 people. The packages include traditional favorites such matzo ball soup, matzo bread, fresh salads. Click here for the full menu.
Yuki’s Bakery + Coffee | 720 Monroe Street Store E101, Hoboken
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Located in Monroe Center, Yuki’s is an Israeli bakery and cafe that’s become a local favorite over the years. The spot is serving up a variety of Passover treats — including pistachio lemon cake, flourless chocolate cake, triple chocolate cups, and flourless praline cake.
Wild Fork Opens East Hanover Location, Grand Opening on 4/12
This article is sponsored by Wild Fork.
We’ll do just about anything to make dinnertime prep easier. And honestly, who isn’t looking for a way to cut down on the daily chaos? If you’re in the market for some affordable meal prep support, Wild Fork is a great place to start. Known best for its premium meats and seafood, all blast-frozen to keep the fresh flavor intact, this grocery store is making dinnertime easier for all of us — and it doesn’t break the bank. Wild Fork will be opening its fourth New Jersey location this month at 233 Route 10 East in East Hanover, bringing all the good stuff straight to our neighborhood. Don’t miss the grand opening on Saturday, April 12th, 2025, and check out all that Wild Fork has in store. Keep reading to find out more about Wild Fork’s newest New Jersey location in East Hanover.
Get to Know Wild Fork in East Hanover
Wild Fork provides quality provisions that won’t break the bank. The team handles everything from farm to fork, ensuring fresh meats, seafood, and more, all at affordable prices.
The Wild Fork supply chain cuts food waste by up to 50% and passes those savings right on to shoppers, while still delivering top-notch food. Each item is blast-frozen at peak freshness to lock in flavor and tenderness.
Quality is a top priority at Wild Fork — each product is hand-selected and taste-tested by staff. Products sold at the store are free from over 100 different additives, guaranteeing customers are bringing the best quality foods home to their families. Whether looking for day-to-day staples like chicken breasts and steak or something more unique like exotic meats, Wild Fork has it all.
What’s Available at the Storefront
Wild Fork takes pride in providing a wide selection of meats, seafood, appetizers, sides, and everything in between. Whether you’re after everyday staples or something more unique, they’ve got you covered for all of your cooking needs. Some BG favorites include:
Beef + Steaks: Featuring premium cuts like NY Strip, Filet Mignon, Wagyu, short ribs, tenderloins, ribeyes, organic + grass-fed, dry-aged beef, and more.
Seafood: Wild Fork has an assortment of fish like salmon, mahi-mahi, Chilean sea bass, and shellfish such as shrimp, scallops, mussels, lobster tails, + wild-caught, premium, and oven-ready selections available.
Specialty: For the adventurous home chef, there’s duck, bison, lamb, alligator, elk, venison, rabbit, goat, veal, game poultry, offals, and more.
No matter what’s on your menu, Wild Fork has a unique option to satisfy every craving.
Sweet + Savory Side Pieces
The storefront also sells a variety of side dishes to complement any main course. Whether you are looking for something to serve with beef, chicken, or something else, Wild Fork has everything you need for a family dinner or a special occasion.
The East Hanover store has an array of sides, appetizers, bread, and other heat-and-serve items available, including cream and cheese potato gratin, grass-fed beef lasagna, chicken pot pie, beef empanadas, rainbow cauliflower, lobster grilled cheese, pizza, Mexican-style street corn, and more.
Same Day Delivery
If you’re in a pinch, Wild Fork delivers its 700+ products in-store + online with same-day shipping.
Wild Fork officially opened on March 17th and is located at 233 Route 10 in East Hanover. They will be celebrating with a Grand Opening party on Saturday, April 12th.
Visit the website, call 973-947-0002 or email the store for more info. Wild Fork is open 7 days a week from 8AM-9 PM.
