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    4.3 (34 reviews)
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    Cool fireplace
    Lauren M.

    143 Social is located in the basement of Better Days restaurant (which also looks good too!) Stopped in with a reservation right at opening on a Saturday evening. The decor is stunning! There are multiple stairs leading to the speakeasy downstairs. There are accessible bathrooms down there but even just having opened - the bathrooms were not that clean. They smelled and had garbage on the floor. All staff were attentive and helpful and provided drink recommendations. The drinks err on the side of Tiki drinks mostly but there's some interesting whiskey and bourbon drinks too. We had some small apps to eat and all were good! And the portions were plentiful. We had fries and the hushpuppies. Loved the sauces that came with each. The space was not crowded for a while but started to pick up around 7:30 or so. I feel like a reservation may not be needed here. The upstairs restaurant was also so empty when we left! Not sure why as it looked nice. The noise level at 143 was not bad either even when crowds started to show up. Overall a nice option for drinks and apps in JC!

    Natty C.

    I really liked this bar. It has a nice ambiance and good for a date night. The drinks were nice too.

    Number twenty-nine and twenty-three
    Adrienne M.

    Booked a reservation at 143 Social after dinner at Porto Leggero as it was less than 10 minutes away (driving). It was somewhat "easy" to find parking since it was pouring outside so that's a win, ha! 143 Social is located in Bareburger so as soon as you walk in, walk straight, make a right and head down the stairs. It's pretty tucked away. I absolutely loved the vibes at this speakeasy. Since I made a reservation on Resy (highly recommended), my bf and I were seated right away. Seating is intimate if it's just two of you. If you have a larger group, they'll sit you at a round table or booth. Let me rewind back to the vibes at this speakeasy! Of course I love the photo op when you first walk in. Then the live DJ (we visited on a Saturday night), the decor, the diversity... I just love it all. Speakeasys are typically snug so if your a group of 2, you'll be seated pretty close to the tables next to you. In JC, everyone minds their own business so just sit back and enjoy yourself! Yes, they serve light bites but we were there for the cocktails. My bf and I are newbies when it comes to the speakeasy scene so we ordered things we normally wouldn't go for just to try it out. My faves: number twenty-eight, twenty-nine and thirty. Basically the Low ABV section on the menu, haha! I would definitely visit again. Didn't have to leave NJ for a NYC type night out!

    @foodie_starry  Beet Hummus
    Yi X.

    @foodie_starry My favorite speakeasy in Jersey City! Cocktails are all named with numersPick your lucky number! Foods are amazing too! Must try their beet humms Live DJGreat vibes Take reservations Number 25 Number 23 Number 19 Number 18 Beet Hummus

    Maricia H.

    I truly enjoyed this establishment. I don't always go for spots in downtown Jersey City because parking can be difficult. However, this is right by the deck and it was only $8.00 to park after 6 pm. The ambiance when you walk gives speakeasy. The colors and decor are perfect. The staff was welcoming and knowledgeable. Our waitress Amy was so nice. We were there for a while and had to relocate because the reservations were 90mins but her approach to telling us was so professional was amazing. She even offered us options in case we wanted to stay longer. We chose to move to the bar where we met Jaun and Dan. Some of the friendliest mixologists I've met. Although they were busy, they were engaging while managing to make drinks. We tried 3 food items 2 was great and 1 I would never recommend. The jerk lamb dumpling and the Wagyu sliders were a great bite. The crab and chorizo crochets shouldn't be served or on the menu at all. The drinks are also very yummy. They have drinks with alcohol, low alcohol, and no alcohol. If you are not a drinker you still get to enjoy nice drinks and not just soda. It is a little pricey, but, hey you only live once.

    Desiree F.

    A friend of mine and I got together to get drinks at this hideway speakeasy vibe, cocktail bar. It is located inside the Better Days Eatery downstairs. When I walked in, it was dimly lit and super cute. I loved the vibe! We had a great bartender named Eliel, and he was great! We started with the vesper martini and the French 75. The Vesper was so good and my friend enjoyed her French 75. My friend ordered the Crab and Chorizo Croquettes and Truffle fries, which she enjoyed. Later, a DJ came, and he was good. We had a really good time at this spot!

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    Evon S.

    I really liked the ambiance and the vibes of this speakeasy. My biggest issue was the drinks themselves. I love cocktails but these were definitely interesting when it comes to taste. 1 of my cocktails tasted like Sazon seasoning and the other like Vienna sausage water. As pretty as they are the featured drinks weren't my favorite and I ended up getting getting an old fashioned. The service was great still but the cocktail's are interesting to the taste buds.

    My husband behind the bar giving a toast
    M T.

    I might have already left a review for this fabulous venue. We had visited multiple times for specialty cocktails and gourmet appetizers. We loved it so much - the food, the service and the Art Deco lounge vibe - we held a private party here. Gabriel, the owner, was very accommodating and his staff provided 5-star service. The food was excellent as usual - Vietnamese Meatballs, Wagu Sliders, Coconut Shrimp, Crispy Sriracha Brussel Sprouts and Charcuterie/ Cheese board. The cocktails were superb. I highly recommend this hidden gem in the basement of Better Days brasserie (formerly Bareburger). You will not be disappointed!!

    Wagyu sliders and truffle fries
    Kimberley W.

    143 Social exudes an intimate speakeasy vibe from the door! I loved the dim lights and decor in the space. My guest and I were seated at a table with a chair and couch. The table was small considering the space. So, our food came in courses which was totally fine. I thoroughly enjoyed my cocktail. It had enough punch and sweetness and I need in a cocktail. The dumplings just needed a touch of salt. The wagyu sliders and truffle fries were divine. They were so delicious that we ordered two of each! I highly recommend this spot for a nice date night outing! Loved it!

    Fire for ambience
    Maria B.

    Tried this spot for the drinks. Definitely a great drink menu. Tried the 25 and 29. The 25 had such a subtle sweetness. The 29 had a nice fizzy sweetness. Both were delicious. Our favorite app was the beet hummus. Super creamy with crispy chickpeas added. For dessert, the white chocolate creme brulee was luscious.

    Annie A.

    What a find! So glad we checked this place out. The vibe is relaxed with an upbeat lively atmosphere. Decor is pretty and relaxing. The drinks were great and I highly recommend the lamb dumplings and octopus- yum!

    Ani O.

    What a great hidden little gem! Great drinks and bites. We'll defiantly come back. It's small place with big attitude.

    Bruna S.

    We were exited to see this place, as soon as we got there a hostess came to us and put our names on the waitlist, after around 20 minutes we get out table, the place is so beautiful, every detail makes a difference there! About the drinks we expected more, was ok but not that tasty.. 9/10.. we tried 2 cocktails each.. was a nice experience but I don't know if it's worth for the price

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    Great low light vibes and very intimate. The food and drinks were also very good and the space was not crowded at all.

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    Excellent place to grab cocktails and chat with your significant other. Friendly service. Nice vibe as well. Just go.

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    Sexy but relaxed vibe, 10/10 cocktails & awesome service! Their bottle selection is impeccable as well!

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    Amazing find in Jersey City. Cocktails and ambiance are 10/10 but the staff really makes this place extra special.

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    I picked Chambers for my husband's birthday dinner primarily because of the exceptional wine…read moreprogram, but also because the food is supposed to be really good, too. It delivered on both fronts, but I really was blown away by the wine. The sheer quantity of available wines is really impressive, and the sommelier was able to recommend a rare wine that fit our interests (a fantastic, effervescent, creamy Txakoli that had lovely fruit and minerals). Later, I tried amazing ice cider. The food rundown: -Sesame pizza Bianca: complimentary bread! This was very good and quite sizable. The bottom is entirely encrusted with sesame. -Scallop crudo (rhubarb, shiso): very good and the plating was gorgeous. Meaty scallops with tangy and pungent flavors. -Snowdance chicken (spinach, sherry, thyme): Super tender, crispy-skinned chicken in a savory sherry sauce. -Sea bass (asparagus, hollandaise): I was surprised at how remarkably well this dish worked. The asparagus was so good with the rich, buttery sauce. Definitely a smaller portion, but the chicken was huge so it balanced out. -Potatoes with ramps: Yum. Served hashbrown-style and the ramps were added as little sauce dollops. I loved the space, and by that I mean the ambience and also the literal amount of space we had to ourselves. We got to stretch out in a roomy corner booth. The room featured a lot of exposed brick and grey and utilitarian ceilings, but it manages to be cozy all the same.

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