11/25/2008 Update:

I had a chance to speak with the very nice owners of Cluck-U Chicken about a week ago.

Might just open in 2008!

Construction is moving along quickly, and they’re hoping to open up some time in December (I told them to cross their fingers). This Cluck-U franchise is going to start out with a smaller menu selection than most other locations in order to keep it simple in the beginning, as well as due to the size of the spot they rented. One thing they’re considering at some point in the future is RIBS (which would be nice!)

They’re also going to have late weekend hours, and delivery as well. They expect to have reasonable prices, and nothing but “fresh” chicken. Interior seating capacity is expected to be around 30 person maximum (booths and a window counter with stools for the “people watchers”).

Considering the location, and the fact that Hoboken doesn’t really have a decent chicken place that hits a “home run,” this place is destined for success from day one. The owners did a great job scouting the location, the price-point and the niche.

Best of luck to Cluck-U Chicken and their owners!

See previous updates after the jump…

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[411 Note: The Old Frankie & Johnnie’s restaurant thread is now closed, and all future comments belong here.]

11/21/2008 Update:

Hoboken411 reader Deb was kind enough to snap a picture of Dino & Harry’s Sunday Brunch menu!

What do you think of their offerings? How about the prices? Has anyone tried it yet?

11/15/2008 Update:

Dino & Harry’s brunch

Hoboken411 reader CreativeAngel noticed that Dino & Harry’s is now serving brunch! Haven’t had a chance to check out the menu yet, though. If you sample them one day soon - please share your experience in the comments section!

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11/21/2008:

Even with tough economic times - new businesses are opening left and right in Hoboken!

Black Tea Optional set to open in Hoboken

A new coffee/tea/sweets shop with a clever name, “Black Tea Optional” is coming to the former Park Ave Grill / Mr. Wraps location across the street from the former Park Ave. Grill / Mr. Wraps location at 743 Park Avenue (corner of 8th.)

Hoboken411 reader elainetyger said:
“There’s a construction permit in the window - Please dear Jesus Mohammed and Buddha, no Stop Work Orders!!!

Their website shows only 3 kinds of chocolate mixtures as the foods right now. I emailed them suggesting pastry at least in the morning as their is nothing to eat in the morning on 8th Street west of Washington all the way to the light rail.”

11/20/2008 Update:

Wanted to update the fact that Town House 620 got their new awning this week - and it looks great!

Holiday Promotion - Free earrings with purchase!

Additionally - now through the end of the year, you can pick out any pair of earrings with every purchase of $50 or more!

Read all about Town House 620 after the break…

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11/17/2008:

During my early Sunday Morning walk - I noticed that the old Metro Homes, LLC location (93 Washington Street - which was previous a Toll Brothers “City Living” HQ) - will now become YET ANOTHER CELL PHONE SHOP!

Why so many phone stores? What are people talking about on the phone anyway? How they have no more money because they spent it all on cell phones?

In related news: I’m hoping with the new Verizon store coming, my brother can now replace his 10-year old cell phone (which is held together with DUCT TAPE)!!!

11/17/2008:

Portuguese Barbeque coming to Hoboken

Another picture taken during my Sunday Morning walk - a new Portuguese Barbeque restaurant is replacing the defunct Wee Beasties kids shop at 515 Washington Street.

I personally can’t wait till Piri Piri will open up - I bet it’ll be a refreshing alternative to the usual run-of-the mill places in Hoboken!

Piri Piri coming late Fall 2008

They have a website setup at www.piripiribbq.com - and said:

“Piri piri is the name used in the ex-Portuguese colony of Mozambique to describe the African bird’s-eye chili. There are several variations in spelling derived from various pronunciations of the word throughout Africa, but “Piri piri” is the correct spelling in Portuguese.

In Japanese, in some cases, the term piri piri is used to describe something stinging on the tongue.”

Spicy food lovers rejoice!!

11/12/2008 Update:

Seems like Energy Kitchen is getting closer and closer to opening in Hoboken!

See all previous updates - including the original almost exactly 10 months ago - after the jump!

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11/10/2008:

William Howard Home opens in Hoboken

Yet another store opens in Hoboken selling “A collection of modern day wares and timeless vintage pieces for the home.”

Description: Home Furnishings and accessories
Address: 138 Park Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Phone: 201-683-7973
Web: www.williamhowardhome.com (under construction)