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ICYMI: The new single-use utensil and condiment law went into effect August 1.

Patrons at New Jersey restaurants must ask for plastic utensils starting Saturday. New restrictions take effect as part of the Garden State’s crackdown on plastic waste.

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🚨Compliance Reminder: New Jersey's new utensil and condiment law goes into effect tomorrow, August 1. Make sure your business is ready!

New law banning restaurants from giving out plastic utensils and condiments Amanda Stone, Vice President of Public Affairs at the New Jersey Restaurant and Hospitality Association, talks with CBS News New York's Cindy Hsu about new efforts to cut down on waste and help businesses' bottom lines.

🚨 New Jersey's "Skip the Stuff" Law takes effect August 1, 2026

Key reminders:
✅ Single-use utensils and condiment packets are request-only
✅ Self-serve utensil dispensers are permitted
✅ Self-serve condiment stations are permitted
✅ Online ordering must default to "No Utensils/Condiments"
✅ Full-service restaurants must provide reusable utensils for dine-in guests

For more information, visit: https://dep.nj.gov/get-past-plastic/condiments-utensils-straws/

You don't want to miss this event! Hear from some of the best in the industry during the NJRHA Innovation Summit in September!

NJ Restaurant & Hospitality Association plans first innovation summit The NJ Restaurant & Hospitality Association will hold its first innovation summit to explore technology and trends transforming hospitality.

"The New Jersey Restaurant & Hospitality Association ultimately supported the legislation after seeking changes to allow self-service areas and the continued use of soufflé cups."

You'll have to ask for utensils, condiments at N.J. restaurants starting Aug. 1 The law covers restaurants, cafes, food trucks, cafeterias and other food vendors statewide, with limited exemptions.

Beginning August 1, New Jersey restaurants and other foodservice businesses must comply with new statewide requirements governing the distribution of single-use utensils and condiment packets. 🍴

NJRHA worked closely with the bill sponsors to make the law more practical and workable.

Check out the link below to make sure your business is compliant!

NJDEP| Get Past Plastic | Restaurant Guide NJDEP| Get Past Plastic | Restaurant Guide | Page Description

Huge shout out to Chef Jesse and Chef Sasha for holding it down in the kitchen and preparing an excellent meal today at the Hospitality House. We hosted a lunch meeting to discuss pathways for advancing our Educational Foundation. Thank you both for your help... and that 14-hour smoked pork was something special!

Thank you to everyone who contributed to NJREF's 2026 ProStart Golf Classic! A strong rainstorm closed the course a little early this year, but we managed to tally and award the top golfers, enjoy good food and drinks at the clubhouse, and raffle off prizes from our donors. Most importantly, we were able to raise money for our local ProStart students–the future of our industry!