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You may not need to leave the city at all. Invest Newark, the city’s economic development organization, recently conducted research to assess the types of services people were leaving Newark to buy elsewhere. Here are some of their findings and a few hometown recommendation so you can support local by Destination Newark Editors businesses!
Where to go for spa treatments?
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Newark residents made over 188,000 trips outside the city last year just for beauty services. You don’t need to! Here are a couple places in town where the owners have completed Invest Newark’s Executive Business Accelerator program, proving their commitment to run a sound local business.
HL Med Spa
This spa has two locations in the Ironbound and boasts a high-end beauty and wellness care center with a team of industry-leading professionals. The list of services includes a variety of procedures such as body and face contouring, microneedling, facials, sclerotherapy, and more. They have two locations in Newark at 275 Chestnut Street and 278 Ferry Street. Visit hlmedspa.com for more information.
BWS Massage on Demand
BWS on Demand will come to you so there is no need to leave the city. BWS is an acronym for Bodies with Style. The company’s mission is to improve the quality of movement through therapeutic touch. They offer customized massages and other modalities to position the body and mind in a place for success and happiness. They say, at BWS, it’s all about you— what your body wants and what your spirit needs. Check out their services at bwsmassage.com.
Where to go for wine?
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CoolVines
CoolVines is a go-to for a large selection of wines and spirits. They often host weekly tastings in the attractive Hahne Atrium, located in the Hahne’s Building at 625 Broad Street. Visit newark.coolvines.com.
Consigliere
Consigliere is a brand new wine, cocktail and sound bar nestled in University Heights that specializes in small plates and exploratory wines. They are located at 31 Warren Street. Check out their well designed space on Instagram @consiglierewine.
Where to go for pharmacy?
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Newark residents spend over $132 million on health and personal care outside the city each year. There are dozens of pharmacies in Newark including Walgreens and family-owned stores. Here’s some
local options that have been serving the community for decades!
There are two pharmacies in the North Ward with a long history of community service: Liss Pharmacy
at 794 Mount Prospect Avenue, and Heller Pharmacy at 664 Mount Prospect Avenue. Liss has been in business for more than 85 years and they have several registered pharmacists, plus they offer delivery service, ear piercing, notaries and more. Give them a call, Liss Pharmacy: (973) 483-4749 or Heller’s Pharmacy: (973) 482-5353.
Where to go for fresh fish?
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Popular Fish Market
Popular Fish Market on Ferry Street in Newark’s Ironbound was a featured backdrop in the Amazon Prime film “Musica”—and for good reason. They are a mainstay of the neighborhood. Check them out at 129 Ferry Street or call 973-344-7939.
Mi Lindo Ecuador Seafood Market
This fish market and the adjacent restaurant provides an authentic Ecuadorian experience with a focus on fresh seafood. Check them out at 182 Bloomfield Avenue.
Where to go for pet care?
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Brick City Pets
This downtown pet shop owner’s mission is to provide city pet owners with quality food, supplements and gear for their furry friends. Check them out at their cozy brownstone location at 9 Warren Street. Visit brickcitypets.com for more information.
Fluffy Paws by Brittany
This friendly groomer with fun painted windows is a neighborhood favorite who has a 4.8 star rating on Google. The shop is by appointment only and located at 504 South Orange Avenue. Check them out on Instagram @fluffypawsbybrittany or call 973-573-5596 for more information.
Want to learn about more businesses in Newark? Tune in to the Newark Made podcast on Apple and Spotify produced by Invest Newark.
