As one of the five finalists in NJ.com's best downtown contest, Cranford's neighborly vibes might help it win. ... Built in 1882, The Cranford Hotel is just a restaurant and pub now.

Here are some top-notch restaurants, shops and outdoor spaces you should visit when you check out New Jersey's newly-minted best downtown. Don't Edit Artisan Breads are baked daily at Breadsmith ...

Toast City Diner is now open at the corner of South and Walnut avenues near the Cranford Train Station. It will be open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. and from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m ...

Cranford Hotel, Cranford Built in 1882, the Cranford Hotel has been serving up warm vibes in the Cranford community for almost 140 years with their intimate lighting, casual bar, wood booth ...

When one door closes, another opens. That couldn't be truer for New Jersey restaurants, which brought new life to many closed doors this year when they brought chef-made fare to formerly defunct ...

Felina, an Italian-American restaurant, opened its second location inside the Albion hotel, formerly the Grand Summit Hotel, in August. 570 Springfield Ave., Summit; 908-273-3000, thealbionhotels.com.

Chris Sheldon. nj.com (TNS) A portion of the ceiling at the Cranford Theater in Union County collapsed at 7:30 Wednesday night, but nobody was injured, officials said.

The Kilkenny House in Cranford is closing its doors for good after nearly 13 years in business. The owner made the announcement on its website, saying the coronavirus pandemic forced them to close ...

The Kilkenny House in Cranford is closing its doors for good after nearly 13 years in business. The owner made the announcement on its website, saying the coronavirus pandemic forced them to close ...