Main Avenue

Commercial corridor · Clifton, New Jersey

Illustration of Main Avenue

Overview

Main Avenue is Clifton's main shopping street, with shops, restaurants and businesses run by the city's many immigrant communities.

History

The street grew as Clifton became a busy suburban city in the 1900s.

Today

Main Avenue is busy with shoppers and diners, with retail security needs.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.