Restaurant weeks are more than just a chance to enjoy a great meal. They’re an opportunity to celebrate the restaurants that help define the character of Hopewell Valley. From cozy cafés and pizzerias, to casual eateries, international cuisine, even vineyards and taverns, our local dining establishments truly have something for every taste.
As communities across the nation celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, the Hopewell Township Committee and staff are organizing a number of events throughout the year marking this special moment, with outsized meaning here where Washington’s crossed the Delaware and truly changed the world. This includes celebrating in the most delicious way possible, by bringing residents and local businesses together for a week dedicated to food, community, and hometown pride.
With that, we’re thrilled to announce a new, annual Hopewell Township Restaurant Week.
From April 13 through 19, Restaurant Week celebrates restaurants from across the Valley. And we invite residents and visitors alike to explore the diverse and vibrant dining scene that makes our community so special.
Throughout the week, participating restaurants will feature special menus, dishes, and other promotions created exclusively for Restaurant Week, giving diners a perfect reason to try something new, or revisit a longtime favorite.
As of publication, there are 13 restaurants participating, including (alphabetically) Antimo’s Italian Kitchen, Aunt Chubby’s Luncheonette, Boro Restaurant & Bar, Brick Farm Tavern, Hopewell Valley Vineyards, The Italian Table, Nomad Pizza, Patriot’s Crossing Tavern, The Peasant Grill, Piccolo Trattoria, Pru Thai, Sumo Sushi and Vito’s Pizza. And the list is growing.
I’d also like to give a big thanks to the Township Tourism and Economic Development Advisory Committee for their hard work bringing this to fruition.
The township and the wider Valley are a place where community matters. Restaurants are gathering spaces where neighbors meet, families celebrate milestones and visitors discover the welcoming spirit of Hopewell Valley. Restaurant Week is designed to highlight that spirit by encouraging residents to dine locally and support the businesses that contribute so much to our local culture and economy.
When you dine out during Restaurant Week, you’re not just enjoying a great meal. You’re investing in the community.Supporting our local businesses matters. As we celebrate America’s 250th, it’s worth remembering that small businesses like our local restaurants are the engine of the American economy. They employ over 50% of workers, and create two-thirds of all net new jobs. Every meal you enjoy locally is a vote of confidence in our community.
Whether you’re discovering a new favorite dish, meeting friends for dinner, or enjoying a family night out, Restaurant Week promises to be a memorable highlight of Hopewell Township’s America 250 celebrations. I personally can’t wait to eat at all participating restaurants that week and hope you’ll join.
So mark your calendars for April 13 to 19, 2026, bring your appetite, and get ready to experience the best of Hopewell Township’s local dining scene.
You can learn more about participating restaurants and their special menus, and find out how to get your own business involved, by visiting the Township’s Restaurant Week page at www.hopewelltwp.org/818/Restaurant-Week-2026 or by reaching out at info@hopewelltwp.org.
David Chait is mayor of Hopewell Township.
Brick Farm Tavern.,
