Liquor License Granted for New Baltimore Restaurant

The former Anchor Bay Pharmacy is undergoing transformation in downtown New Baltimore.

Plans for a new restaurant and bar in downtown New Baltimore moved forward Monday night. Matthew Cipriano, who bought the former Anchor Bay Pharmacy, was granted a Class C Liquor License by city council for the building on Washington Street.  Cipriano is transforming the two-story structure into a restaurant, bar and nightclub, according to the license paperwork submitted to the city. Construction is expected to be complete this June on the unnamed business, the paperwork states.

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Local Jimmy John's Owner Discusses New Baltimore Restaurant

The owner of the Chesterfield Township sub restaurant plans to serve patrons on 23 Mile.

Jimmy John's fans may be especially excited about winter in New Baltimore. That's because plans are underway for a new shop to open before 2013. Follow us on Facebook "It should probably be done by the end of the year," said owner Gerard Nicosia, who also runs the Chesterfield Township franchise location on Gratiot. Site plans are scheduled to go before the city's Planning Commission Sept. 18 and, if all goes well, construction will begin soon after, Nicosia said. The blueprints call for the former North Shore Cafe across from 42-2 District Court to be completely renovated to fit the Jimmy John's look. A drive-thru will also be installed to accommodate sub patrons on the go. Nicosia said other Jimmy John's locations have seen a lot of …

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Olive Garden Says No to One Chesterfield Location, May Be Eyeing Another

Olive Garden has abandoned plans to build a restaurant in front of Kohl's on Gratiot near 23 Mile, according to township officials. But another location could be in the works.

Olive Garden has backed away from previous development plans in Chesterfield, but a restaurant in the community remains on the table. Chesterfield Township Supervisor Michael Lovelock said Monday night the chain no longer intends to build a restaurant in front of Kohl's at Gratiot and 23 Mile Road. "They're at a standstill right now," Lovelock said after the Board of Trustees meeting. "The parking might not have been sufficient for them." He said Olive Garden did not give a specific reason for the abandoning plans to build there, but township officials believe parking is the main deterrent. However, Lovelock said he received an email from restaurant representatives before the meeting in which the company inquired about another location in …

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CONTEST: Enter to Win Tickets to Fall Grub Crawl

Enter Patch's contest to win tickets to the semi-annual Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce's Grub Crawl.

Join Patch on the Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce’s 2011 Fall Grub Crawl and sample food from nine restaurants in one night. Patch is giving away a pair of tickets to two lucky Macomb County Patch followers. From 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Sept. 21, you can sample the menu from participating restaurants, including: Buffalo Wild Wings, BD’s Mongolian BBQ, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Cass Bar and Grill, Dooley’s Tavern, Gus O’ Connors Irish Pub, Max and Erma’s Mr. B’s Shelby and Uno’s Chicago Grill. The best part is a shuttle bus will stop at the nine restaurants every 20 to 30 minutes—so you can dine and dash without having to drive. As the night winds down, you can take the bus back to the restaurant you left your car. Or you …

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Bites Nearby: Twisted Rooster

The Grand Rapids-based Twisted Rooster has come to Chesterfield Township with Michigan-themed drinks and wide-ranging menu options.

Each week, New Baltimore-Chesterfield Township Patch and readers highlight a restaurant in town or nearby for you to sink your teeth in. Twisted Rooster Overview: This premier original concept for a restaurant by Meritage Hospitality Group and sole metro Detroit location brings Twisted Rooster to the former O'Charley's off Hall Road near I-94. This restaurant is the first to follow suit in the successful grand opening of Twisted Rooster in Grand Rapids. (Expect to see more crop up around the state.) Drinks: Our entire Bites Nearby could be dedicated to drinks alone based on the slew of selections from cocktails to shots, from nonalcoholic drinks to wine. Celebrate your home state with Michigan-area themed concoctions. Among the mixed …

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Hungry? Why Wait? Win Free Grub Crawl Tickets on Patch

Patch is giving away a pair of tickets to the annual Macomb County Grub Crawl.

Want to join Shelby-Utica Editor Marina Cracchiolo and food blogger extraordinaire, Joe Hakim of The Hungry Dudes, and a lot of other hungry dudes and dudettes for a night of over eating and good ol’ Macomb County fun? Patch is giving away a pair of tickets to the April 27 Grub Crawl. The event happens twice a year, but this time around it's nicely nestled into the Macomb Restaurant Week's calendar. Here’s how the crawl works: from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., you can sample the menu from nine participating restaurants. The restaurants included are Abuelo's Mexican Restaurant, Brann's Steakhouse, Cheeseburger in Paradise, Longhorn Steakhouse, Maceri's Soup and Scoop, Outback Steakhouse, Roosevelt's, Wildwood Friendly Tavern and Sherwood Brewing…

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9:37 am on Saturday, April 23, 2011

(My answer doesn't count either) Macomb county is home to some true gems: Athidhi Indian Cuisine, Drago's, Korea Place, Emily's Deli, Pancho Villa's, Chocolate Gallery Cafe, the Thai food festival that runs on Saturdays during the summer, Bronx Burger, Victory Inn, - I'm sure I'm missing some, but you get the idea. We have a bunch of cool places in Macomb...   more ›

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Bites Nearby: Poncho's

A family-owned Tex-Mex restaurant, Poncho's has been serving the New Baltimore area for years.

You could stand on a corner and look around until a restaurant sign draws you in. But we've got a better idea. Each week, Chesterfield/New Baltimore Patch picks a great restaurant either in town or nearby that is worth checking out. Here's this week's choice: Poncho's  Overview: A small, unassuming place serving a straightforward Tex Mex menu.  The incredibly nice waitstaff is always willing to help with questions or concerns. One of the area's most popular restaurants, there can sometimes be a wait on weekend evenings.  Decor: Rustic and casual. Some kitschy faux Mexican memorabila graces the walls along with a statue or two. Elegance is not important in casual dining. This is not a bad thing. The overall look of the place is clean and …

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Bites Nearby: Real Deal Pizza at Tivoli's

This week, we check out the pizza and sandwiches at Tivoli's Wood Brick Oven Pizzeria in Utica.

Bored with the same old dining out destinations you've been going to for years? Hungering for a new fabulous food experience?  Each week, New Baltimore-Chesterfield Patch and its readers will pick a great restaurant either in town or nearby with cuisine considered supreme. Here's this week's choice:  Tivoli's Wood Brick Oven Pizzeria Greatest Dish Ever: Mare e Monte Pizza: succulent shrimp, earthy mushrooms, and verdant spinach on a thin, crisp wood-fired crust. Don't Miss: Chicago-style Pizza. Thinner than other versions in the area. The Vibe: Old-country Italian meets family dining.  Cool Factor: One of the first wood-fired ovens in the area and the only one in Utica, Tivoli's pizza has a distinctive flavor and texture. Overview:  Tivoli…

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Sugarbush Tavern: Bacon, Ribs and Perch, Oh My!

With an extensive menu and drink specials, Sugarbush Tavern is light on the wallet and heavy on good service.

Sugarbush Tavern is a bustling bar that serves food.   Nearly any time you walk through the doors, at least half the place is full. There's nothing flashy. Straight-forward woodwork, no ornate decorations or flashy gimmicks, Sugarbush is a neighborhood joint through and through.   Just take a look at the monthly calendar. There's a special every day of the week. Happy hour is from 1-5:30 p.m. and includes $2 domestic drafts and $3 house margaritas. If alcohol specials aren't your thing, on Sundays deals are all-you-can-eat fried chicken or a complete roast turkey dinner, both available for under $10.   Live bands and other special events are on the schedule, too. Waitresses are incredibly nice and helpful. A full bar is available, but …

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J & V Mexican Restaurant: Slice of Mexico Off Gratiot

J & V Mexican Restaurant is a tiny place behind J & V Supermercado. Only open on weekends, it serves traditional, made-from-scratch Mexican cuisine.

Tradition and authenticity excite me. Slow cooking is no longer the norm; people are more concerned with convenience and speed.   Taco Bell has become what passes for Mexican food in the American psyche. Not only is this wrong, but it is insulting. Insulting to places like J & V Mexican Restaurant, where they take pride in their food and are presenting traditional dishes made from scratch. J & V (behind J & V Supermercado on Gratiot in Chesterfield Township) is only open on weekends and is a cash-only restaurant. All of the food is prepared in-house, including the salsas. Two salsas—one green, one red—are served along with lime slices and thick flour tortilla chips.   The red salsa is made with tomatillos and chiles de arbol. Smoky with a …

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