Tenmomi to Close Rutherford Restaurant on October 30

The restaurant is moving its operations to a new facility located in Nutley.

Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Dining Out

Bold vector editorial illustration of cardboard moving boxes on a sidewalk in front of a brick storefront, symbolizing a business relocation. — Tenmomi restaurant will close its Rutherford location in the Williams Center on October 30, 2026, before relocating to a new facility in Nutley. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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Tenmomi will conclude its time at the Williams Center in Rutherford on October 30, 2026. The restaurant plans to move its business to a new location in Nutley.

Why it matters

The relocation aims to solve logistical challenges, including a difficult-to-find basement entrance and scheduling conflicts with a church that uses the current space. The move also coincides with planned renovations scheduled for the Rutherford site.

The restaurant will operate from noon to 8 p.m. on its final day at 15 Sylvan St. before relocating to 301 Franklin Ave. in Nutley.

The players

Tenmomi

Tenmomi is a restaurant business currently operating out of the Williams Center that is transitioning its location to Nutley.

Williams Center

The Williams Center is the Rutherford facility that serves as the current home for the restaurant.

The details

The establishment, currently situated in the basement of the Williams Center, cited significant accessibility issues for customers. By moving to a new storefront in Nutley, the owners intend to gain more consistent access to their own space.

The final day of service in Rutherford is Friday, Oct. 30, 2026.
The restaurant expects to open in Nutley within the first few weeks of November 2026.

Culture Shift

Tenmomi follows the broader retail trend of businesses exiting subterranean spaces to seek improved street-level visibility for customers. This move reflects a shift toward prioritizing storefront accessibility and consistent operational control over the logistical constraints of legacy facilities.

Rutherford diners have until October 30 to visit the restaurant at the Williams Center before it ceases operations in the city. After this date, patrons will need to travel to the new Nutley location at 301 Franklin Ave. to continue dining at the establishment.

The takeaway

Business owners looking to improve customer foot traffic often prioritize storefronts with clear signage and independent access. Moving to a new location can resolve long-standing operational conflicts while providing a more consistent experience for patrons.