The city of Hackensack, New Jersey is a great little city just a short drive or train ride outside of New York City. This affluent suburb has seen a revitalization of its downtown area, particularly so with Main Street, featuring a variety of restaurants and shops for visitors and locals alike. If you love the outdoors, visit Hackensack River County Park.
The Shops at Riverside
The Shops at Riverside aims to provide a sophisticated and beautiful shopping destination, providing world-class shopping, entertainment, and dining. Situated just outside of Manhattan, the affluent area draws an array of high-end brands and specialty shops, including Tory Burch, Salvatore Ferragamo, Tiffany & Co., Louis Vuitton, and many others.
The two-level mall features many other shops as well, such as Barnes & Noble and Bloomingdale’s, along with the full-service day spa, the AMC Dine-In Theatre, and several other guest amenities and services. The Shops at Riverside is also home to “New Jersey’s Restaurant Row,” consisting of eight different full-service restaurants. Map
Hackensack Brewing
Hackensack Brewing Company in the affluent town of Hackensack, New Jersey is a microbrewery focusing on producing a broad array of quality, fresh beers. Offerings at the small-scale brewery cover a wide scope in styles that range from time-tested and classic style of beer to the brewery’s own unique twists on those styles, creating their own one-of-a-kind brew manifestations. The taproom features twenty-one seats, twelve taps, and Hackensack memorabilia.
78 Johnson Ave, Hackensack, New Jersey 07601, Phone: 201-880-1768, Map, website
Rosa Mexicano - Riverside Square
Rosa Mexicano at Riverside Square is a food destination in Hackensack that was born from a unique vision. Guests can enjoy an upscale dining experience honoring culinary techniques, Mexican heritage, and the many global inspirations of Josefina Howard, the no nonsense founder of the restaurant who was also a chef, interior designer, entrepreneur, pioneer, and world traveler. The menu at Rosa Mexicano is a blend of culinary innovations and traditions, reflecting modern trends of Mexican cuisine and the unique regions and time-honored cooking techniques of Mexico. The culinary team even makes frequent trips to Mexico to share new styles of cooking.
Rosa Mexicano - Riverside Square, 60 Riverside Square Mall, Hackensack, NJ 07601, Phone: 201-489-9100
White Manna
White Manna Hamburgers has been a much-loved Hackensack institution for nearly 80 years. The hamburger hut was originally established for the 1939 World Fair, and was moved to its current location in 1946. Their philosophy and style has remained unchanged and they have a strong following of fans who return time and again to buy what they consider to be the best burger in town. White Manna has featured on several foodie shows and also attracts out-of-towners who make a special trip to please their taste buds. Besides the best burgers and slides in the state, diners can also order milkshakes and sides. Meat-free burgers are also on the menu.
White Manna, 358 River Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601, 201 342 0914, Map
Hackensack Riverkeeper Inc
Hackensack Riverkeeper Inc has a mission to defend the resources of the Public Trust of the region’s Hackensack River Watershed through litigation, education, advocacy, and environmental action. In addition to their conservation efforts, Hackensack Riverkeeper also offers a number of different programs for the public, such as Eco Cruises, nature walks, and guided bird walks through unique natural habitats.
Eco cruises take place aboard one of the organization’s 30-foot, specially rigged pontoon boats and typically last around 2.5 hours. These tours are designed to raise awareness of how the river is a vital recreational and natural resource.
Hackensack Riverkeeper Inc, 231 Main St, Hackensack, NJ 07601, Phone: 201-968-0808
Riverside Gallery
Exhibitions at the Riverside Gallery are intended to inspire, educate and enlighten art lovers about the latest art trends. The gallery endeavors to showcase the works of both emerging and established international artists, and visitors can always look forward to a thought-provoking art experience. Located just a short distance from New York City, the gallery gives participating artists a remarkable opportunity for large-scale exposure close to one of the world’s most art-loving cities. Group and solo exhibitions are continuously changing – art lovers can always anticipate something new and exciting across a wide range of mediums at Riverside Gallery. Check the website for more details.
Riverside Gallery, 390 Hackensack Ave, Hackensack, NJ 07601, 201 844 3005, Map
