GLOUCESTER COUNTY — Despite the challenges that have been presented to restaurateurs as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, Gloucester County Economic Development Authority (EDA) is reporting positive growth in its industry.
Five restaurants recently opened in the locality, including: Creekside Café and Market, 6824 Coleman Crossing Avenue in Hayes; Jersey Mike’s Subs, 6828 Walton’s Lane in the Fox Mill Centre; Tacos Vámonos, 7088 Hayes Shopping Center, Unit 1; Tropical Smoothie Cafe, 6691 Fox Centre Pkwy.; and The Farmasea Restaurant, 6764 Main Street.
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Gloucester County’s EDA notes that the locality is unique in that its restaurants not only serve Gloucester residents, but also those living in neighboring localities around the Middle Peninsula. The department estimates that there are more than 80,000 customers supporting the local economy.
“We have great restaurants in Gloucester and each offer great dining experiences,” said Sherry Spring, director of economic development.
“On behalf of the Board of Supervisors and the EDA, we welcome these new restaurants to Gloucester and wish them many years of success,” added Stephen Barrs, chairman of Gloucester’s Economic Development Authority.
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