South Jersey, let’s rally behind the chef at one of South Jersey’s best new restaurants!
Chef Joseph “Joey” Sergentakis of Revell Hall in Burlington City is among eight finalists competing for the New Jersey Restaurant & Hospitality Association’s (NJRHA) 2026 Chef of the Year Award.
Chef Joey is the only finalist representing a restaurant in South Jersey, making his nomination especially exciting for the region’s culinary community.
And here’s the best part: The public gets to choose the winner!
Voting is open through Friday, October 23, at 5 p.m., so there’s still time to show some South Jersey pride and cast your vote.
A Michelin-Starred Chef Making His Mark in Burlington
Chef Joey is no stranger to the culinary spotlight. The Michelin-starred chef has spent more than a decade working internationally, honing his skills in kitchens across Asia and Europe before returning to New Jersey.
His culinary background includes launching several restaurants in North Jersey, including Boschetto in Montclair.
In December 2025, he brought his talents to historic Burlington City with the opening of Revell Hall, located at 219 High Street in the former Riverview Restaurant and Café Gallery space.
Revell Hall offers a contemporary dining experience that combines global influences with seasonal ingredients and creative cooking techniques. The menu features everything from handcrafted pastas and seafood to wood-fired entrées and inventive small plates.
The restaurant has also brought renewed energy to Burlington’s dining scene, giving food lovers another reason to explore the historic riverfront city.
One of Eight Chefs Competing for Statewide Recognition
The NJRHA Chef of the Year Award recognizes outstanding culinary talent, creativity, leadership, and contributions to New Jersey’s restaurant industry.
Chef Joey is competing against seven other accomplished chefs from throughout the Garden State, including Cliff Crooks of Viv & Jules in Hoboken, Aishling Stevens of The Grand Tavern in Neptune, and Dennis Foy of de floret in Lambertville.
The winner will be announced during the 41st Annual NJRHA Awards Ceremony on Thursday, November 5, at The Stone Terrace in Hamilton.
How to Vote for Chef Joey
South Jersey food lovers can help bring this prestigious honor to a chef behind a restaurant in South Jersey.
Visit the official NJRHA Awards voting page, find the Chef of the Year voting section, and select Joseph Sergentakis — Revell Hall, Burlington / Boschetto, Montclair.
Voting closes today, Friday, October 23, at 5 p.m.
Whether you’ve already experienced Chef Joey’s cooking at Revell Hall or simply want to support a chef helping elevate South Jersey’s dining scene, here’s your chance to make your voice heard.
Congratulations to Chef Joey on this well-deserved nomination. South Jersey is rooting for you!
Revell Hall
219 High Street
Burlington, NJ 08016
revellhall.com
Hopefully next year, we’ll see more South Jersey chefs represented!
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