The New Jersey turnpike is a long road, and if you haven’t packed enough snacks and sandwiches for the road, those rest stops may look awfully inviting. The turnpike is dotted with them, and you’ll often find family vacationers and long-haul truckers rubbing elbows in the food court. What are they eating? At most of them, you’ll find the same old reliable fast food chains you find at your local mall – tasty in a pinch, but nothing memorable. But for the best service area food in New Jersey, head to the Grover Cleveland Service Area in Sewaren. This service area has that ultimate rarity along the turnpike – an unbranded food counter that serves some great casual dining with a few surprises! So on your next road trip, keep an eye out for the name of the 22nd and 24th President and get ready for a good meal.
The Grover Cleveland Service Area is a welcome sight in the middle of a long drive, and is one of the most well-stocked rest stops on the turnpike.
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Inside, you’ll find a sprawling collection of fast-food and grab-and-go options.
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The large convenience store has reasonable prices for the area and is a great place to stock up on snacks for the road.
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You’ll see a lot of people filling up in the food court, and you might just see your favorite chain - but that’s not the main reason to come here.
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Refresh & Co is one of the few non-chain food options at a New Jersey rest stop, and it’s quickly gained attention for its hearty, fresh-made burgers, sandwiches, and sides.
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Their Reuben sandwich is a popular choice - and their Reuben Burger that combines their two best menu items can’t be missed.
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Before you go, you might want to pick up some pieces of memorabilia to show your Jersey pride - these rest stop gift shops always have a few surprises.
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Like all the rest stops on the turnpike, they’re often a stop of last resort for weary travelers - but this one is worth the trip.
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Have you visited the Grover Cleveland Service Area in Sewaren? Let us know about your meal, and tell us your pick for the best service area food in New Jersey in the comments. If you’re going to be driving by, you can check the state website for more details on their amenities. If you’re looking for more legendary burgers in New Jersey, check out this long-running tavern.
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Address: Grover Cleveland Service Area, Sewaren, NJ 07077, USA
