More than just a restaurant! Check out Jamie Allen-
Newark and Art… Salt and Pepper… They just seem to go well together.
Art is a commodity that seems to be popping up not only in galleries, but on the walls of a few of our favorite dining establishments. 27 mix (Halsey & Central) was one of the first. Pairing up with Index Art Center, previously the Red Saw Art Gallery (Broad ST.), the restaurant took their trendy brick walls and converted them into Gallery Space. Once every six weeks a new artist is featured, gracing the Newark Art Scene with a solo show. After an Index Art Center Opening, their crowd congregates at 27 Mix, for a second opening in reception style. Right now you can hit up 27 Mix for not only for one of their signature mojitos, but to also see an assortment of paintings by Jamie Allen.
The Coffee Cave (Halsey and Bleeker), has paired up with Newark Art’s Council’s Luisa F. Pinzon to create the Ice Gallery. The two floor, urban coffee, hot spot is filled with art and artist happenings. The next exhibition, Cultural Orgy, is an international artist melting pot, opening on July 5th. Artists exhibiting are Ceasar Alfonso, Sylvia Padilla, Anibal, Abby Levine, Jan Hulin, Rivka Karasik, Antonio Rendeiro, Victor Cuya, Luisa Pinzon, Omar Komur, Renzo Ortego and more. The artist represent Educador, Cuba, Peru, Colombia, United States, Puerto Rico, Portugal, and Nubian Land.
Check out Cultural Orgy at the Coffee Cave
Nick’s (Central Ave.) is an establishment that is a little less formal about their exhibited work. No reception, no announcement. However, great brick walls and great local art. Right now check out the work of Ironbound graffiti inspired, painter Fernando L. Barretto.
The Movement, hosted by Subculture skate shop, is a traveling art show that travels from bar to bar. It has previously been at Hell’s Kitchen Lounge and Bello’s Pub.
The next Movement show is August 8th, in Jersey City. Newark-based... Head to JC to Support!
I would like to end this blog by challenging the local, hungry Newarker: Instead of merely seeking a restaurant which serves great food, seek one that not only fills your tummy with great food, but fulfills your appetite for art as well.
July 6th, 2009 at 10:02 am
Don’t forget Mompou on Ferry Street.
The work of local artists is often prominently displayed on the restaurant’s brick walls.
Great food. Great wine. Great music. Great art.