How does a location search work?

Send the brief: the look, dates, crew size and budget range. We reach out to owners in New Jersey and New York, confirm who is open to filming, and send you photos and a written quote for each option that says yes.

Can we film while the restaurant is open?

Usually not. Most owners host shoots on a closed day, before opening or after close. We confirm the exact window in writing before you book.

Can we use the kitchen?

It depends on the owner and the health rules for that kitchen. We ask up front which stations can be used on camera and whether staff must be present.

Location search · New Jersey and New York

Restaurant, bar and diner locations in New Jersey

A restaurant scene needs a real room: a working bar, booths, a pass, a kitchen line. We find New Jersey and New York restaurants, bars, diners and cafes that are open to filming on their closed days or after hours.

Tell us the look you need, from a chrome diner to a dark cocktail bar or a white tablecloth dining room. We confirm the owner is on board, the hours you can have, and what can be moved before you book.

Productions use it for

Dinner and date scenes
Bar and nightlife scenes
Food and beverage commercials
Chef and menu photo shoots
Music videos
Branded content and interviews

What we confirm before you book

Closed days and after hours windows
Kitchen access and what equipment can run
Seating that can move and what stays
Power, parking and load in
Signage that can be covered or shown

Send the brief

Tell us what you need. We reply within 24 to 48 hours with options and a written quote for each.

Questions productions ask

Other kinds of locations

Own a space like this? List it with us and earn from shoots on your off days.

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Owners

Own a home, restaurant, warehouse, office, store or studio in New Jersey or New York that would suit film, photo or events?

List your home or business for film shoots and events