A Smashing Event

Smashburger has arrived in New Jersey. The Colorado based restaurant opened its first location in Montclair, NJ on Wednesday 13 January. FrugalNJ was invited to attend this event and received a free meal. The restaurant was packed and buzzing with atmosphere.

Smashburger offer a unique experience for burger lovers. Their website says, "We start with 100% Angus Beef, smashed, seared and seasoned on the grill, placed on a butter-toasted artisan bun and topped with the highest-quality cheeses, freshest produce and condiments."

FrugalNJ decided to try the recommended New Jersey Smashburger. This mouth watering burger tasted heavenly and features applewood smoked bacon, blue cheese crumbles, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato and mayo on an onion bun. A side of chilli cheese fries washed down with a milkshake made for a delicious experience.

Their menu offers a satisfying array of choices and if you can't decide you have the option of creating your very own smashburger.

FrugalNJ recommends that you try this unique restaurant.


Expense $$$
Family Fun ♥♥♥
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Smashburger arrives in New Jersey

The first Smashburger opens this month in Montclair, New Jersey.

Described as a place for "burger lovers", their burgers are made with "100% Angus Beef, smashed, seared and seasoned on the grill, placed on a butter-toasted artisan bun and topped with the highest-quality cheeses, freshest produce and condiments."

Smashburger has outlets in the midwest and western states but new stores are opening all the time.

FrugalNJ has been invited to take part in the grand opening. We'll tell you all the juicy details soon. Stay tuned.

Flashback - Cohanzick Zoo, Bridgeton

Where: Cohanzick Zoo, Bridgeton

More Info: http://www.cityofbridgeton.com/zoo.html

Trip Assessment:

Ease ✮✮✮

Expense Free

Family Fun ♥♥♥

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There are very few free zoos left in the country and Cohanzick Zoo is one of them. The zoo is more than 60 years old and displays more than 100 animals. Located in Bridgeton, NJ, the zoo is open daily from 8-4pm during the winter months and closes at 5pm the rest of the year.

The zoo has an interesting history. The City of Bridgeton website says that "in 1934, the City found itself in possession of a small herd of deer which the citizens thought should be exhibited. With this, the Cohanzick Zoo began. The zoo was named for the band of Lenape Indians who resided in Bridgeton alongside the river - as a result, they became known as the Cohanzick Indians."

How to get there: I-76 East to Rt. 42 (NS Frwy.) South. Take Rt. 55 South/West to Rt. 56 West to Rt. 77 South to Bridgeton. Entering Bridgeton, the 1st light will Carll's Corner Plaza. Continue on 77 to the 4th light and turn right onto East Commerce. 3 blocks to Mayor Aitken Dr.. Entrance is on right. 60 - 90 minutes from Philadelphia.

More information can be found here and here.


Visitor information

Hours: Open daily 9am - 4pm (winter) and 9am - 5pm (summer). Closed Christmas.

Admission: FREE for families and individuals.

Groups: Call for group rates.

Group Reservations: At least 4 weeks in advance.

Lunch: Picnic areas available. Concession open weekends and holidays only.

Handicapped Access: Accessible.

Directions: I-76 East to Rt. 42 (NS Frwy.) South. Take Rt. 55 South/West to Rt. 56 West to Rt. 77 South to Bridgeton. Entering Bridgeton, the 1st light will Carll's Corner Plaza. Continue on 77 to the 4th light and turn right onto East Commerce. 3 blocks to Mayor Aitken Dr.. Entrance is on right. 60 - 90 minutes from Philadelphia.

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