Founded in 1933, the Franklin Tavern is a bar located on Franklin Avenue in West Orange. The Tavern features a full cash bar, hosting an open mic blues jam each Wednesday night and the Charlie Jones Band on the first Friday of each month. For upcoming event information, visit the Franklin Tavern website or call during regular business hours.
SuzyQue's BBQ & Bar is a barbecue restaurant inspired by the flavors of Tennessee, Texas and North Carolina. SuzyQue's makes its own rubs in house and uses a slow-cook smoker to give its meat hickory, apple, cherry and oak flavors. SuzyQue's also offers an extensive beer and wine list with a selection of foreign and domestic beers that include Belgian-style ales, English Pale Ales and hoppy American IPAs.
The restaurant hosts special events such as live music from several genres, including jazz, pop, rock, reggae, blues, neo-soul, doowop and acoustic.