Community Dining with Dignity

All are welcome at our table where locally-sourced ingredients,
dignity and respect are always on the menu.

Community Dining with Dignity

All are welcome at our table where locally-sourced ingredients, dignity and respect are always on the menu.

As New Jersey begins to reopen guided by improvements in public health & the capacity to safeguard the public, we are happy to see more patrons returning to our restaurants. In light of this increase, JBJ Soul Kitchen will no longer be offering to-go meals.
We thank everyone who supported us through their to-go orders.

Both of our locations will continue to have indoor & outdoor socially distanced seating, we are prepared to serve  you all!

Thank you for your patience, understanding and continued support throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

We are looking foward to a positive road ahead and hope to see you all at our table soon!

JBJ Soul Kitchen Staff

As we navigate to our new normal, we will continue to focus on the health and safety of our staff, volunteers, patrons and community. To this end, we have established House Rules to help stop the spread of COVID-19 in accordance with the State of New Jersey Department of Health, CDC & local regulations. Learn More

*Please note NEW Hours starting July 22*

Red Bank Hours of Operation

Toms River Hours of Operation


Lunch:
Thursday & Friday, 11:30am – 1:30pm
Dinner: Wednesday – Saturday, 5pm – 7pm
Brunch: Saturday & Sunday, 11:30am – 1:30pm


Lunch:
Wednesday & Thursday, 11:30am – 1:30pm
Dinner: Tuesday, Friday & Saturday, 5pm – 7pm
Closed: Sunday & Monday

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Kitchen Stories

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SOUL STORY

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Our Manifesto

All are welcome at our table.

All are welcome at our table.

At JBJ Soul Kitchen, a place is ready for you if you are hungry or if you hunger to make a difference in your community.
For we believe that a healthy meal can heal the soul.

Where there is love there is plenty.

Where there is love there is plenty.

As you will see, our menu has no prices. You select what you like and are encouraged to make a suggested donation. If you are unable to donate, we invite you to join our community to learn about resources and volunteer opportunities.

Happy are the hands that feed.

Happy are the hands that feed.

Those who volunteer are guided by JBJ Soul Kitchen Staff through their tasks. Volunteering at JBJ Soul Kitchen can lead to qualifying for job training.

Good company whets the appetite.

Good company whets the appetite.

At JBJ Soul Kitchen, neighbors from across the street or across town, new friends, families, those in need of help and those with help to offer, come together and share a good meal and the warmth of good company.

Friendship is our daily special.

Friendship is our daily special.

Introduce yourself to the person seated beside or across the table. Stay awhile and stay informed of all the ways JBJ Soul Kitchen is dedicated to eliminating hunger, building relationships & celebrating community.

End the meal with a slice of happiness.

End the meal with a slice of happiness.

At JBJ Soul Kitchen the main ingredient is Love, with a large helping of you. Our chefs prepare our healthy, delicious meals with the freshest ingredients, some grown in our own organic garden. At JBJ Soul Kitchen all are treated with cheerfulness, kindness & respect.

OUR MANIFESTO

 

 

 

 

 

 

How It Works

THE BASICS

What is JBJ Soul Kitchen?

JBJ Soul Kitchen is a non-profit Community Restaurant established by the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation. We serve paying customers and those in-need. If you are unable to pay, we invite you into our restaurant to enjoy a warm meal and learn about volunteering opportunities at JBJ Soul Kitchen. If you can donate, we ask that you make a suggested donation and also Pay it Forward. We provide a dining experience that fosters a sense of community and addresses issues of food insecurity.

What is a Community Restaurant?

A Community Restaurant is a place where both individuals and families can come to enjoy a delicious, locally sourced meal in a warm and welcoming setting while meeting our neighbors. As a Community Restaurant, our mission is not only to serve healthy meals but also to partner with local organizations to provide additional resources, addressing needs beyond food security.

SETTLE THE TAB

Do I pay for my meal?

There are no prices on our menu. Instead, we offer a suggested donation to our paying customers and we ask that you Pay it Forward to cover the cost of those who are unable to pay for their meals, but have volunteered instead. If you are unable to donate, we invite you to join our community to learn about resources and volunteer opportunities at JBJ Soul Kitchen.

What if I am unable to make a donation?

For those who are unable to pay the suggested donation, we invite you to come in, enjoy a 3-course meal and learn how you can be part of the JBJ Soul Kitchen community by volunteering. Please come to the restaurant during our hours of operation or email us at info@jbjsoulkitchen.org.

How can I make a difference?

We encourage our customers to effect change by making a suggested donation for their meal. JBJ Soul Kitchen offers a Pay-It-Forward Program where each additional $20 donation provides meals for those who are unable to donate.

GET A SEAT

Where are you located?

We have four locations in New Jersey:

Red Bank
207 Monmouth Street
Red Bank, NJ 07701

Toms River
1769 Hooper Avenue
Toms River, NJ 08753

Rutgers University – Newark
Paul Robeson Campus Center
350 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd., Newark, NJ

New Jersey City University
2039 John F. Kennedy Blvd
Jersey City, NJ 07305

Do I need reservations?

Reservations are not needed at JBJ Soul Kitchen. We welcome everyone at our table and will seat guests on a first-come, first-served basis. Our in-need diners are given first priority.

What kind of food is served?

JBJ Soul Kitchen serves a 3-course meal based on American Regional cuisine, beginning with the option of a soup or salad. Each guest also has the choice of an entrée such as a fish, meat, or vegetarian selection. The meal is finished with a freshly made dessert or choice of fruit. Our chefs prepare many of the dishes with natural, locally-sourced ingredients. Our menus update on a bi-weekly basis.

Do you host private events?

We host a variety of private events, such as Cooking Demonstrations, Luncheons, and Dinners at both our Red Bank and Toms River locations.

Red Bank private event information: click here.

Toms River private event information, please email: TomsRiverEvents@jbjsoulkitchen.org 

GIVE BACK

How can I volunteer?

If you would like to volunteer to help our staff in providing meals to those in need, an orientation is necessary. Please click here to fill out our volunteer form.

How else can I support JBJ Soul Kitchen?

If you are unable to visit the restaurant, we welcome your tax-deductible donation to support our unique mission of providing healthy, organic, and locally grown food to our neighbors in need. Make a tax-deductible donation here.

Our Locations

RED BANK

207 Monmouth Street
Red Bank, NJ 07701

732 842 0900

info@jbjsoulkitchen.org

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Lunch: 11:30am – 1:30pm
Friday
Dinner: 5pm – 7pm
Wednesday – Saturday
Brunch: 11:30am – 1:30pm
Sunday

Monday & Tuesday: Closed

TOMS RIVER

1769 Hooper Avenue
Toms River, NJ 08753

732 731 1414

info@jbjsoulkitchen.org

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Lunch: 11:30am – 1:30pm
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
Dinner: 5pm – 7pm
Tuesday, Friday & Saturday

Sunday & Monday: Closed

NO RESERVATIONS

Reservations are not necessary with JBJ Soul Kitchen. All are welcome to our table and guests are seated on a first-come, first-served basis.

JBJ Soul Kitchen is a program of the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation.
For more information, please visit:
Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation

RUTGERS UNIVERSITY-NEWARK

 

Paul Robeson Campus Center, 2nd floor

jbjskrun@jbjsoulkitchen.org

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Monday-Friday:

11:30am-2:00pm

*JBJSK RU-N is open for members
of the Rutgers University-Newark
community only*

NEW JERSEY CITY UNIVERSITY

Gilligan Student Union Building, 2nd Floor

jbjsknjcu@jbjsoulkitchen.org

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Monday-Friday:

12:00pm-3:00pm

*JBJSK NJCU is open for members
of the New Jersey City University
community only*

Get Involved

Thank you to our Partners

 

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