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    Astor Bar & Grill

    4.1 (34 reviews)
    InexpensiveDive Bars, American
    Closed 9:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    ASTOR BAR & GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Juke Box
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Bar pie
    Seems U.

    This is great local bar in a Jersey City. As others have mentioned, the drinks are cheap. Drafts are $3 but not too interesting (Miller Light, Guinness, Yuengling, Coors Light and one other that I forgot). Bottles are about five bucks and you have a few more options including some seasonals. Shots and other drinks are also available and equally a great value. Nothing super fancy but they'll make you an old fashioned or most other "normal" cocktails. The food is all made to order. I had a cheese pizza which was really good. I was definitely impressed with it. They also have specials for football and other things that you can find out about on Facebook. I believe this has been in their family for more than 50 years. It's definitely a popular place and has a lot of regulars. I would come here again to watch a football or basketball game for sure.

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    Lovet O.

    My favorite bar in Jersey City. Every time I come here, bartender Chris C. has always treated me like "part of the family". He is so sweet and down to Earth. The food is delicious (still drooling from the Italian Wedding soup) and the food/drinks are affordable. I also like coming here because I can dress down and relax and be in good company. I'm a fan of Astor Bar & Grill.

    Amanda P.

    It was amazzzing! Blue collar as blue collar gets. Food was outstanding and staff was very attentive. We had the pork cutlet with prosciutto, mozz, and broccoli. I would rate this culinary experience as one of the best in NJ. The pork was succulent and seasoned well. It melts in your mouth! It also came with a generous helping of fries and onion rings. We also had the turkey club sandwich which was not like any other club sandwich I've ever had. Turkey was roasted and cut somewhat thickly. Bacon was crisp and the tomato, lettuce, and bread were all fresh. Items that we didn't order looked equally amazing! Drinks were realllly cheap!!! The only kind of downside was the major generation gap that was clearly present !Enjoy the unique atmosphere and experience of the Astro Bar.

    Mike G.

    AWESOME!! Have been coming to the Astor for many years and finally got around to writing a review. Debbie and Chris are something special. The Astor is a throwback to when you could walk into a bar and just relax. Cheers!!

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    Great place to enjoy lunch. Quite a big menu and they gave daily specials. Nice cold beer!

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    One of the most enjoyable bar experiences in recent memory. Lots of love, endless laughter, do yourself a favor and grab a beer here.

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    This is a great dive bar. I went to college near by and spent some chill nights here. A great neighborhood spot with good bar pies

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    Burger was great. The experience was like hanging out at your cool uncle's basement.

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    This bar is great and Chris the bar tender is classic jersey city Americana ! Food is great !

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    Great local dive bar. Cheap drinks. Intriguing conversation. Big baseball bat visible behind the bar. What more could you ask for?

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    Grape Vine Tavern

    Grape Vine Tavern

    4.3
    (16 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    Absolutely disgusting experience. We were treated with disrespect, hostility, and what felt like…read morestraight-up racism. I am old enough to be in a bar, and my sister-in-law is 25 and was visiting from out of town. She had her ID available on her phone, but instead of handling the situation professionally, the woman immediately got loud, aggressive, and disrespectful. She kept yelling at me and repeatedly saying she "owns the bar," as if that gave her the right to embarrass and mistreat customers. There was no reason for her to raise her voice, talk down to us, or make the situation so hostile. Enforcing an ID policy is one thing -- being rude, aggressive, and making paying customers feel targeted and unwelcome is another. The way we were treated felt racist, discriminatory, and completely unacceptable. I would never recommend this place to anyone. There are plenty of bars that know how to treat people with basic respect.

    (Drank 06/22/2025 SU @ 3:30pm): I didn't imbibe any grapes from unseen vines while in this tavern!…read more In my quest to explore the various cuisine scenes and things to do throughout Jersey City and specifically the Heights, I finally found Grape Vine Tavern. If you knew me, I loved dive bars just to escape for a bit. Considered an Irish bar, historically, Grape Vine Tavern received the first liquor license https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=l17-ZJ4UsdlN0k4XmBbvJw in Jersey City on June 28, 1934 once Prohibition ended! Would the grapes on this tavern's vine lure me back for more libations!? PURCHASE 902 Brewing Pale Ale True Hoboken American Pale Ale Beer 16floz Draft ($5.00): Rich amber color, citrusy hoppy piney aroma, light body, citrusy hoppy piney flavor, clean smooth finish, and citrusy hoppy piney aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=qxoEH91jwvq1rk5q0SFJhw UTZ Sour Cream & Onion Potato Chips 1oz Bag ($2.00): A regional east coast snacks brand, I simply needed something to chomp on. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=Czlx2OdWh-jc23ZaUUnM4A Guinness Draught Irish Dry Stout Beer 16floz Draft ($5.00): Dark brown chocolate color, robust coffee roasty aroma, heavy body, balanced chocolate coffee flavor, mouthcoating finish, and full coffee roasty aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=VLjWDFILZl2K245nNVJ2HA Yuengling Brewery Traditional Lager American Amber Red Beer 16floz Draft ($5.00): Copper red color, malty sweet aroma, low body, malty sweet flavor, clean finish, and smooth malty sweet aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=-Yqu6eS-4CkoakuKccrI1A Fritos Brand The Original Corn Chips 1oz Bag ($2.00): I've always been a fan of this salty snack and how it miraculously filled you up! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=ttMo5r3JHtTk-xe77DaZCw Coors Brewing Co. Coors Light Lager Beer 16floz Draft ($5.00): Light amber color, faint malty aroma, light body, malty watery flavor, clean finish, and light malty watery aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=H5BAOfaO4qdt2QgF61Bl2A Anheuser-Busch Budweiser American Lager Beer 12floz Bottle ($5.00 x2): Amber color, light malty aroma, light body, malty warm flavor, smooth finish, and light malty sweet aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=KX8xm3FirpQeG9C4dYT7xg UTZ Barbeque Potato Chips 1oz Bag ($2.00): Now, I really needed something to absorb the alcohol! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=9xgNgriX06AAjld1wHY3zA SERVICE I casually walked in, grabbed a corner bar stool, and simply made myself at home for several hours. The gentleman behind the bar, Miguel, gave me the lowdown that it was a cash-only bar and pointed out the ATM. He quickly fulfilled each of my orders as I worked the beer tap and potato chips. Eventually, I joined the bar banter and bought a round of drinks - slainte! PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance) This was an easy flat 15-minute walk from my friend's place. Otherwise, there appeared to be plenty of spots (no known private lot) along the main drag of Newark Ave. and all surrounding roads - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE The true embodiment of a neighborhood dive bar, and I loved it! Everything was at its minimal best https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=24&select=UC8GMkpbJmd0suQKBhj4fg from the beer list, snacks, and decorations, to a surprising amount of liquor options, a small "back" room, plenty of stools around the bar, a jukebox that had banging songs, and an ATM in the corner. Minimal natural lighting came through the two small tinted windows while equally-minimal electric lights filled in the rest. There were several muted TVs while music only played in the background if someone fed the jukebox. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=0&select=zDQRpf0XuB7CqKDhfuT9fA ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I've officially adopted Grape Vine Tavern as my area dive bar! The prices were cheap and the pace was relaxed, but it was the quick acceptance I felt with the four local gentlemen and Miguel when I first settled in. Plus, you were allowed to bring your own food. And, I always loved supporting small businesses whenever possible. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $36.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). Sadly, they were a cash-only establishment, so they certainly didn't accept my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS

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    Bathroom (06/22/25). @GrapeVineTavern #JerseyCity #DiveBar #IrishBar #Beer #CashOnly
    Bathroom (06/22/25). @GrapeVineTavern #JerseyCity #DiveBar #IrishBar #Beer #CashOnly
    Storefront (06/22/25). @GrapeVineTavern #JerseyCity #DiveBar #IrishBar #Beer #CashOnly
    Storefront (06/22/25). @GrapeVineTavern #JerseyCity #DiveBar #IrishBar #Beer #CashOnly
    Coors Brewing Co. Coors Light Light Beer 16floz Draft $5.00 (06/22/25). @GrapeVineTavern #JerseyCity @CoorsLight #DiveBar #IrishBar #Beer

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    Coors Brewing Co. Coors Light Light Beer 16floz Draft $5.00 (06/22/25). @GrapeVineTavern #JerseyCity @CoorsLight #DiveBar #IrishBar #Beer
    Healys Tavern

    Healys Tavern

    4.2
    (86 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $

    Just had a bite at Haley's Tavern. I needed some food before going to another event so I decided to…read morestop at the nearby Haley's Tavern. As I walked in the music was at a pleasant volume. They were playing country music and the bar area was pretty much almost full. I was quickly greeted by the bartender who was a very nice lady, and she immediately took my order of mozzarella sticks to go. The price was reasonable however I did not know that I would be charged a dollar (technology) fee to use my credit card, but maybe it was an oversight by me. The food did not take long to be ready and in less than 10 minutes I was back out the door. The mozzarella sticks were good. You got about six of them, marinara sauce and they were tasty. When I first saw the amount, I got nervous, but I'm glad that they tasted good. They were just the right temperature and the marinara sauce was good as well. If you're in the area, and need a quick bite this may be your spot. By the way, parking is trash in the area so good luck with that.

    If you want 1) the staff to be socializing instead of waiting you 2) to dine with dogs indoors,…read moresitting right at the bar and 3) eat subpar food, come here. Bartender on multiple occasions was having conversations with other staff and even left the bar for an extensive period. I got wings that tasted bad, and weren't crispy despite my instruction. How doe you mess up wings? Maybe they got dog urine in the food and of course when you're too busy chit-chatting you're not going to put in the order correctly. Lastly, when I told the bartender about the dog, she just ignored me. Clearly, having dogs inside this establishment serving food is commonplace.

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    Storefront (07/06/24). @Healys_Tavern #JerseyCity #DiveBar

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    Storefront (07/06/24). @Healys_Tavern #JerseyCity #DiveBar

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