Business Buzz
A familiar neighborhood favorite in Northfield has entered a new chapter.
Chico & Sons, located at 1620 Tilton Road, recently welcomed new ownership, bringing fresh energy and new ideas to one of the area’s popular casual dining spots.
Local Realtor Goran Cedevski of Berkshire Hathaway Fox & Roach had heard that the previous owner might be open to selling the well-known eatery. One of Goran’s clients, Alexander, had been searching for a restaurant opportunity so Chico & Sons quickly rose to the top of the list.
After touring the restaurant, Alexander expressed strong interest, but with one condition. He told Goran he would only pursue the purchase if Goran agreed to join him as a partner.
What started as a traditional client-Realtor relationship soon turned into a business partnership.
Today the restaurant is owned by Goran and his wife, Alexandra, along with Alexander and his wife, Zoryana.
While none of the partners come from a restaurant background, they bring strong business experience, marketing knowledge and entrepreneurial energy to the venture. They officially took over the restaurant on Jan. 1, 2026.
Their goal has been to preserve what made Chico & Sons popular in the first place, while gradually enhancing the overall experience.
The menu continues to offer a wide variety of favorites, including hot and cold subs, soups, appetizers and fresh-made pizza. Their cheesesteaks remain the top seller, and the new owners have recently begun expanding the menu to include dinner entrées, providing even more options for customers.
Goran Cedevski himself represents an American success story.
He immigrated to the United States from Macedonia in Eastern Europe in 2001, originally planning to pursue studies in dentistry. When financial challenges forced him to change course, he began working in the hospitality industry at the Holiday Inn restaurant in Atlantic City. He eventually transitioned into the casino industry, where he spent 13 years at Caesars Entertainment in various roles, including as a dual-rated dealer.
Those years helped him develop a strong foundation in customer service and hospitality, skills which helped shape both his real estate career and now his approach to running a restaurant.
Goran’s wife, Alexandra, brings to the business a background in finance and social media marketing.
Together they have two children – Darius and Melanie. The family hopes the kids may become involved during the summer months, helping make Chico & Sons a true family-run business.
Alexander, who has a finance background, manages many of the operational aspects of the restaurant, including ordering, scheduling and day-to-day management.
Customers will notice that many familiar faces remain behind the counter. The restaurant’s team of 10 to 12 employees has stayed on board, helping ensure continuity and the welcoming atmosphere customers have come to expect.
Northfield continues to be one of Atlantic County’s most appealing communities – a place where local businesses thrive and residents proudly support neighborhood establishments. With its convenient location, loyal customer base and enthusiastic new ownership team, Chico & Sons appears well positioned to continue serving the community for years to come.
If you haven’t visited recently, now may be the perfect time to stop in and see what the buzz is about.
And remember to support local businesses, especially small businesses.
Rich Baehrle, of Berkshire Hathaway Fox and Roach, can be reached at 609-226-6680 or 609-641-0011. Email richardbaehrle@gmail.com or see www.getrichinrealestateSJ.com
