The Sixth Borough: The Hottest Hoboken Openings in 2010

Hoboken is rapidly becoming the "New" New York. Since the opening of the W Hotel and residences last year, the town has definitely attracted a posher clientele and has become the destination for New Jersey Nightlife. And, there's no doubt that town favorite, Buddy Valastro, continues to draw in some of the tourist population of New York with his hit show, Cake Boss. But, like any growing city, business owners are beginning cultivate fresh and innovative hotspots to serve Hoboken's ever-growing clientele.

Things are always changing. So out with the old, and in with the new Hoboken hotspots of 2010.

VILLAGE POUR HOUSE

There's no better place for a beer and burger than Hoboken, New Jersey! With its laid back, jeans and a football jersey atmosphere, it's the perfect place to kick back after work or on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Already open in convenient Midtown and Downtown areas in New York City, the Village Franchise owners finally got the location right! Instead of waiting in long lines at The Shannon or McSwiggen's you could walk right down the street to Pour House. Unlike most of Hoboken's bars, it features 300 plus capacity and some of the rarest, foreign beers in the world.

Located at 205 First Street.

W

It's official, the luxury hotel and residence franchise, open in all major cities across the world, has found its next big city, Hoboken, New Jersey. W Hoboken features a flashy club with astounding views of the New York Skyline, the decadent dining at Zylo Steakhouse, the indulgent Bliss Spa, and a destination shopping spot for the latest fashion must-haves at the W Store.

Located at 225 River Street

200 LOUNGE

Hoboken, a town made for the out-of-college dive bar drinker, is about to meet it's match. 200 Lounge features renowned DJ's from around the country who are featured at some of the best nightclubs in New York City.

What to expect? On any given Friday or Saturday night, expect the hottest beats, sizzling violin featurettes, champagne sparklers and bottle service from some scantily dressed attendants. But, it is one of the only places that charges more than $5 to get in.

Located on 200 Washington Street

1 REPUBLIC

I tried the truffled mac & cheese with marscapone and goat cheese - I thought I died and went to comfort food heaven! Recently opened in November 2010, this bar is a great new hangout on Washington street. With its pool table and dart boards, it's a perfect setting for an after work gathering with friends.

STACKS

As soon as the bars in Hoboken close, you can suddenly catch you fellow party-goers under harsher, florescent lighting as they order they're 3am meal - it's quite entertaining actually. But, utterly turned off by late night runs to Johnny Rockets, McDonalds, or Cluck U Chicken, I recently ran into late night heaven at Stacks. This pancake haven hosts a large range of belgium waffles, breakfast snacks, and, of course, their delicious pancakes for your late night snack attacks!

Located at 506 Washington Street

MIDTOWN AUTHENTIC

Rory Chadwick, the owner of Hoboken's Midtown Authentic, knows what women and men really want; high end designer fashion at affordable prices. As a frequenter of many New York consignment shops, I can say that these authentic designer duds are priced to sell. Ranging from the newest Chanel handbags to rare Christian Louboutin pumps, a girl's fashion fantasies may soon become a fashion reality!

Located on 728 Washington Street

WICKED WOLF TAVERN

Famous for their Wednesday night trivia night, this is the perfect place to meet up with a group of friends. Thankfully, this is not the typical Hoboken Sports Bar one would expect; it's a bit quieter and draws in professionals after the 5pm rush hour. With open views of the Manhattan Skyline and its neatly decorated atmosphere, this is sure to be a riverside keeper!

Located at 120 Sinatra Drive

HOBOKEN'S NEWEST PIER

Every Hoboken resident, at one point or another, has hung out on their beach towel in the summertime at the Frank Sinatra pier. As one of my close friends once put it, with its frisby and football players and dog walkers, it looks like a scene straight out of a J Crew catalogue. Whether you like to run or just chill out with a book, Hoboken has yet again opened another pier on the waterfront at 3rd street, adjacent to the Frank Sinatra pier on 1st street. The new pier comes equipt with running paths and a playground for the kids.