Many Jersey dining spots claim mom-and-pop or family ownership. But not many are run by siblings. In recognition of National Brothers Day—actually an international holiday, on May 24—we got to know Upper Saddle River natives Dan and Joey Grey, who co-own multiple eateries in North Jersey and beyond.
NJM: Bros, what places have your stamp on them?
Dan: I’m 38 and nine years older than Joey, so I started the business. In Hoboken, I own Saku, Grand Vin Kitchen & Bar and Green Rock Tap & Grill. Plus other places in Fairfield and Sea Bright, and two Real Hot Yoga studios. There’s always something going on.
Joey: The two of us partnered up in July 2022 to open Uno Más in Allendale, a really popular BYO taqueria where Adam Rose is the chef. This August, Dan and I will be opening Allendale Social, a restaurant and bar.
How did you get into the hospitality game?
Dan: I happily tended bar during and after Rutgers and also on Long Beach Island and in Giants Stadium. My last bartending job was at Green Rock in Hoboken. I became a partner there in 2011 and opened my next place, Grand Vin, in 2016.
Joey: I started working for Dan as a bartender while at Montclair State. He said it would be enjoyable and…
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