South Jersey's Sober Party Girl

The South Jersey dining scene has a new contender, and judging by the crowds, everyone wants a seat at the table. Webster's Tavern , the newest restaurant and sports bar in Somers Point , officially opened this week in the former Windjammer Diner location, and naturally, I had to see what all the excitement was about. While many locals will always have a soft spot for the Windjammer, after one visit to Webster's, I have a feeling this place is about to become one of the area's favorite gathering spots. We arrived around 4:30 p.m. for an early dinner, and the parking lot was already packed. After one loop around the property, we managed to snag a spot and headed inside. The hostess greeted us warmly and let us know the kitchen was running about 20 minutes behind. Normally, that's not what you want to hear when you're hungry, but one look around made it easy to understand why. The bar was packed, tables were buzzing with conversation, and guests with reservations cont...

Whew! Another crazy week. It feels like it never stops! I’ve been running on empty lately, trying to juggle way too many events, parties, and late nights. Between family plans, social gatherings, and a few too many “just one more stop” evenings, I barely had time to breathe, let alone sip on a proper mocktail. Spoiler alert: I struck out on creative drinks this week, but the memories and laughter were worth every minute! A Night at Juliano’s in Egg Harbor Township We kicked things off at Juliano’s in Egg Harbor Township , one of our favorite neighborhood spots. The food is always on point– hearty, flavorful, and consistent. The vibe? Classic local bar energy, ya know, relaxed, friendly, and always buzzing. Here’s the catch: no mocktail menu . If you ask for a non-alcoholic drink, you’ll likely end up with a Shirley Temple. Which, don’t get me wrong, has its charm, but I love when bartenders get creative with mocktails. This isn’t that kind of place, and that’s okay! Juliano’s is where ...

New Jersey has been called the “Diner Capital of the World.” Honestly, I can’t imagine life without a hometown spot where you can order chicken parm and pancakes at 2 a.m. In South Jersey, we’re lucky—there’s no shortage of great diners and delis. This time, we took a drive to a diner-meets-bar serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The smell of fresh coffee hit me before I even opened The Windjammer’s door in Somers Point, New Jersey. A Family Story in Every Bite Every great diner has a story. The Windjammer’s began with Steve Tiniakos, who came to the U.S. from Athens in 1972 and started as a dishwasher. Over decades, he worked his way through the restaurant ranks—running family-owned diners, co-owning the Shore Diner, and finally, in 2023, opening The Windjammer with his wife Virginia and sons Stratis and Jimmy. They took over a former T.G.I. Friday’s, completely renovated it, and created a space that blends fresh energy with that classic diner warmth. Their recipe for success? Att...