Guidebook for Jersey City
Food Scene
Open and airy with outdoor seating. Try the truffled egg pizza or fish tacos.
90 locals recommend
The Hamilton Inn
708 Jersey AveOpen and airy with outdoor seating. Try the truffled egg pizza or fish tacos.
Fantastic brunch and a great rooftop! Try the Filet Mignon sliders.
100 locals recommend
Skinner's Loft
146 Newark AveFantastic brunch and a great rooftop! Try the Filet Mignon sliders.
Taqueria Downtown Catering Co
354 Grove StAuthentic Mexican delivered 7 days a week
Go healthy with fresh juices and inventive vegan dishes, like the lentil walnut burger.
40 locals recommend
Subia's
506 Jersey AveGo healthy with fresh juices and inventive vegan dishes, like the lentil walnut burger.
Asian-influenced American comfort food (Thai chili wings and pho fries) with a spectacular view of the Manhattan skyline.
30 locals recommend
Piggyback Bar
200 Hudson StAsian-influenced American comfort food (Thai chili wings and pho fries) with a spectacular view of the Manhattan skyline.
Food King
694 10th AveGreat Chinese food and fast delivery
Porto Leggero
185 Hudson StThe place for Italian cuisine in Jersey City!
Left Bank Burger Bar
194 Newark AveTry the Merica Meltdown Burger!
Home of Guy Fieri's Triple "D" Buffalo Chicken Pancake Wrap!
96 locals recommend
Brownstone Diner & Pancake Factory
426 Jersey AvenueHome of Guy Fieri's Triple "D" Buffalo Chicken Pancake Wrap!
Edward's Steakhouse
239 Marin BlvdGreat drinks, steaks and extraordinary service!
Andrea Salumeria
247 Central AveWhen it comes to Italian delis, this is the real deal
So many unique ice cream and sorbet flavors! Avocado, tamarind, sweet corn, black sesame, java mocha donut. Taste until you find your favorite.
95 locals recommend
Torico
20 Erie StSo many unique ice cream and sorbet flavors! Avocado, tamarind, sweet corn, black sesame, java mocha donut. Taste until you find your favorite.
The guacamole is amazing, the chips are always fresh and tacos come 5 per order. Get here early on Taco Tuesday!
117 locals recommend
Orale Mexican Kitchen
341 Grove StThe guacamole is amazing, the chips are always fresh and tacos come 5 per order. Get here early on Taco Tuesday!
Step back to a simpler time. Generous portions, amazing bread, fresh ingredients for under $7. (Cash only)
40 locals recommend
Second Street Bakery
402 2nd StStep back to a simpler time. Generous portions, amazing bread, fresh ingredients for under $7. (Cash only)
Drinks & Nightlife
Small, intimate and very unique. It feels like a cocktail lounge you might find in the East Village.
95 locals recommend
The Archer
176 Newark AveSmall, intimate and very unique. It feels like a cocktail lounge you might find in the East Village.
dullboy
364 Grove StLaid back, great food, handcrafted cocktails and awesome service.
This gorgeously renovated concert and performing arts venue has a superb sound system and friendly bartenders.
59 locals recommend
White Eagle Hall
337 Newark AveThis gorgeously renovated concert and performing arts venue has a superb sound system and friendly bartenders.
Cellar 335
335 Newark AveFun tiki bar with tasty Asian fusion tapas
Parks & Nature
The Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island provide a spectacular backdrop to this 1,212-acre oasis in the city center.
465 locals recommend
Liberty State Park
1 Audrey Zapp Drive The Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island provide a spectacular backdrop to this 1,212-acre oasis in the city center.
A beautifully landscaped community park with farmers markets, a summer film series and kid's play area.
87 locals recommend
Van Vorst Park
257-287 Montgomery StA beautifully landscaped community park with farmers markets, a summer film series and kid's play area.
Arts & Culture
4 floors of interactive exhibits and activities for all ages, plus the nation’s largest IMAX Dome Theater.
350 locals recommend
Liberty Science Center
222 Jersey City Blvd4 floors of interactive exhibits and activities for all ages, plus the nation’s largest IMAX Dome Theater.
Shopping
Newport Centre Mall station
Every Monday and Thursday from 4 to 8 pm walk down to the Grove Street PATH station and mingle with locals shopping for fresh produce, seafood, cheese, empanadas, cookies and more.
35 locals recommend
Historic Downtown Jersey City Farmers' Market
Grove StreetEvery Monday and Thursday from 4 to 8 pm walk down to the Grove Street PATH station and mingle with locals shopping for fresh produce, seafood, cheese, empanadas, cookies and more.
A fun selection of kid's toys, including really thought-provoking toys kids can interact. Friendly staff with great recommendations.
27 locals recommend
Roflcopter Toys & Gifts
298 Newark AveA fun selection of kid's toys, including really thought-provoking toys kids can interact. Friendly staff with great recommendations.
A great selection between vintage and contemporary vintage inspired clothes.
29 locals recommend
Mint Market
339 Grove StA great selection between vintage and contemporary vintage inspired clothes.
Essentials
Hair Creations
349 Grove StGreat cuts, color and a range of services
Lavish Hair Studio
391 BroadwayGreat services for all hair types from natural to straight
Studio 17 Beauty Salon
269 Newark AveGreat cuts and color at reasonable prices
Craving a pedicure that includes leg and calf massage, ending with a hot stone? This is super-welcoming salon is the place.
28 locals recommend
Nails & I
191 Newark AveCraving a pedicure that includes leg and calf massage, ending with a hot stone? This is super-welcoming salon is the place.
Duane Reade Pharmacy
756 Myrtle AveConveniently located near the Grove Street PATH Station
Classes for all levels with knowledgeable welcoming instructors.
27 locals recommend
Surya Yoga Academy
341 Grove StClasses for all levels with knowledgeable welcoming instructors.
CKO Kickboxing
157 Bay StTake a free trial class!
Key Food
574 Jersey AveThe quintessential neighborhood supermarket
ShopRite of Metro Plaza
Metro Plaza DriveWide selection, low prices and a liquor store in back
This Asian-based market has a food court with a ramen shop, bakery, a dim sum shop, CoCo bubble tea, and other buffet-style Chinese food options.
56 locals recommend
99 Ranch Market
561 US-1This Asian-based market has a food court with a ramen shop, bakery, a dim sum shop, CoCo bubble tea, and other buffet-style Chinese food options.
Jersey City Fire Department Engine 5 / Ladder 6
355 Newark AveJersey City Police Department
207 7th StJersey City Medical Center RWJBarnabus Health
414 Grand St