Woodbridge is a township in Middlesex County, New Jersey. Settled in 1664, Woodbridge Township is the oldest original township in the state. Woodbridge is a great to visit for shopaholics and history buffs alike. The Woodbridge Center Mall is the second biggest mall in New Jersey, with five major department stores, over 180 stores or carts, and more than 20 places to eat. Woodbridge is also home to the J.J. Bitting Brewing Company. The beer brewing company is housed in a beautifully restored century-old brick building that once held the J.J. Bitting Coal and Feed Depot, which served the farming community of New Jersey. While visiting Woodbridge, be sure to check out any of the town's many restaurants.
Mie Thai offers traditional Thai meals, and patrons say that the chef pays attention to detail and the food and service are excellent. You can bring your own beer or wine, and the restaurant has a variety of nonalcoholic beverages, including Thai iced tea and coffee. The food is spicy, but if you don't like the heat, you can ask them to make your dish less spicy and just ask for chili sauce on the side. One of their most popular dishes is the Pad Himalai, a choice of meat (or tofu) sauteed with carrots, onions, scallions and cashew nuts in a chili sauce. Mei Thai has an extensive vegetarian menu.
Mie Thai
34 Main Street
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
732-596-9400
miethai.com
The Shannon Rose is a traditional Irish pub that offers drink and food specials throughout the week. It is decorated with authentic Irish murals on the wall. Some nights the pub has live entertainment. One of the restaurant's most popular dishes is the Guinness beef stew. And don't forget to grab a drink; patrons say the bartenders know how to pour a good Guinness.
The Shannon Rose
855 St. George Avenue
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
732-636-6100
theshannonrose.com
Established in 1997, this brewery also houses a two-story restaurant. Patrons are encouraged to try a handcrafted beer with their meal. The restaurant is child-friendly, so don't leave the kiddies at home. It is open for lunch and dinner and has daily specials. JJ's (as it is known locally) serves traditional American cuisine, and one of its most popular meals is the barbecued pork chop, which is served with homemade mashed potatoes and coleslaw. Waiters recommend that it be paired with Victoria's Golden Pale.
J.J. Bitting Brewing Company
33 Main Street
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
732-634-2929
njbrewpubs.com
