Indoor bar seating is back in New Jersey effective this weekend — subject to social distancing — and buffets are back as well.
And as of May 19, the 50% indoor dining capacity will disappear. There will still be a 6-foot social distancing requirement, but Gov. Phil Murphy hinted that might soon be lowered by federal officials.
Industry conferences also are now permitted to operate at up to 30% capacity regardless of the size of the venue.
The changes announced by Murphy all bode particularly well for Atlantic City casinos as those properties prepare for “high season,” from Memorial Day weekend later this month through Labor Day in September.