Barnsboro Inn opened same year America was born

SEWELL, N.J. (WPVI) -- The Barnsboro Inn was built as a log cabin home in 1720, when what is now Sewell, New Jersey, was mostly wooded country.

John Barnes bought the place in the mid 1700's, and in March of 1776, he petitioned the Gloucester County courts for a tavern license. It is New Jersey's oldest continuously operating tavern.

Al Scuderi became the newest owner 4 years ago.

He'd been a patron for a decade but his memories go back to childhood. It was one of his family's favorite places to go to dinner.

Now, the family is once again gathering at the Barnsboro Inn. Both of his sisters help with hosting and serving. His mom, Sandy Scuderi, is the decorator. She keeps a tree up, year round, and decorates it for each holiday-just like she does at home.

Mom is in charge of the meatballs too. Dubbed the Sandra and Agnes gravy, it was Al's grandmother's recipe but, he says, his mom has made it better.

The Barnsboro Inn has a restaurant, a main bar, and the Tavern Bar, which is the original log cabin and the oldest part of the building.

Al brought in a new executive chef to elevate the menu.

The bar includes an extensive collection of mocktails.

Kids eat free on Mondays, and there's a pet-friendly patio in warmer weather with live local bands six days a week.

There's a special menu Valentines weekend and a Galentine's deal on Friday, the 13th.

Bring 4 of your girlfriends and you'll get a free appetizer for the table.

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699 Main St, Sewell, NJ 08080
(856) 468-3557