Moving from Virginia Beach to Newark?
- 285 mi Distance
- 4 hr 45 min Drive time
- 20.1M Newark metro
- 204 Sun days/year
Things you'll want to know about your new city.
Bookmark this page — these are the icons of Newark, organized by what kind of day you're planning.
Newark's essential restaurants.
The dining list every Newark resident knows by heart. Save the spots, work through them.
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Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
Ironbound institution since 1983 serving traditional Portuguese seafood, grilled meats, and paella in a bustling atmosphere.
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Casa Vasca
Spanish and Portuguese restaurant known for massive seafood platters, garlic shrimp, and family-style dining since 1983.
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Dinosaur Bar-B-Que
Syracuse-based BBQ chain's Newark outpost serving slow-smoked meats, craft beer, and live blues near Prudential Center.
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Hobby's Delicatessen
Old-school Jewish deli operating since 1962, famous for overstuffed sandwiches, matzo ball soup, and traditional deli fare.
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Seabra Marisqueira
Upscale Portuguese seafood restaurant in the Ironbound specializing in fresh fish, octopus, and imported Portuguese wines.
What daily life feels like in Newark.
Climate
Newark has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and cold winters. The city experiences four distinct seasons with moderate precipitation spread throughout the year.
- Sun days/yr204
- Rainfall47 inches
Walkability
- Walk Score79/100
- Transit Score71/100
- Bike Score63/100
Newark is very walkable — daily errands rarely require a car.
Outdoors & Recreation
- Branch Brook Park cherry blossom viewing and walking trails
- Passaic River waterfront walking and cycling paths
- Weequahic Park lake fishing and jogging loop
- Jesse Allen Park sports fields and basketball courts
- Riverfront Park kayaking and waterfront access
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