Great neighborhood spot. Love their turmeric drink. Also, my kids enjoy the chocolate waffles. I'm…read morelooking forward to trying their shrimp dish.

I am very happy to have finally had a chance to try Griot! The café is spacious and very welcoming…read moreand comfortable, with good music playing and friendly service. My husband and I each ordered a Griot sandwich which is served with plantain (think a large tostone) in place of bread. I ordered mine with pork and an added egg on top, my husband ordered his with chicken and added bacon. Both were delicious, the kind of meal that leaves you entirely satisfied afterward, but I think we would both give the edge to the pork! Despite being fully satisfied with the sandwich, I finished the meal off with the beignets covered in chocolate sauce. It was a perfect dessert and well worth the calories. My husband also really enjoyed the fresh juice that he got, I don't remember exactly what it was, but it had beets in it. I'd highly recommend a visit if you're in the area!

Really great food. I've really enjoyed it everytime I've ordered from them.read more

One word - YUM! Love…read moretheir lavender rose latte and the variety of flavors offered here. Tried their donuts and they're tasty - more on the baked, cake type donut. I do suggest small boxes for the donuts that have a whipped topping. I had an almond donut with a whipped topping and it was tricky to take out the bag without getting the cream lost inside. The Belgium bacon, egg and cheese was really tasty and filling. Eggs were cooked nicely, bacon was the perfect saltiness to it (but I did expect sliced of bacon not crumbled as it wasn't specified on the menu), I had the maple syrup on the side and I loved being able to just dip it when I wanted as opposed to having it mixed in the sandwich as it originally is made. Service was great - friendly, welcoming and helpful for a first timer! (Well, second after this review lol). Ambience is laid back. Great for gathering with friends or enjoying a cafe alone.

Overall: B // 4 stars…read more Intriguing breakfast spots with interesting brunch fare favorites in avocado toast, french toast, and acai bowls. They also have unique espresso drinks to try of reasonable quality. (French Toast: B) - Light and fluffy french toast which is a light way to start the morning. (Rose Lavender Latte: A) - High intensity in espresso with a distinct floral note as well. Pretty and tasty. Food: +1 Presentation: +1 Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: E Menu: +1 Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

Buddy's ended up being one of those happy accidents. We stopped in for brunch after finding that…read moreseveral other places were closed, and it exceeded our expectations. The menu had plenty of options, and I ordered the Eggs Benedict with fries, along with a mimosa. Everything was delicious, and the outdoor seating made the experience even better. The views of the Freedom Tower are beautiful and create a great backdrop for brunch. If you're looking for a casual spot with good food, drinks, and one of the best skyline views in Jersey City, Buddy's is definitely worth a visit.

Came here for brunch as we heard a lot of good reviews from people in the neighborhood…read more Very family-like environment when you are served. I debated between the avocado toast and the French toast sticks, but the server convinced me to get the latter. Within decent time, we got it and damn he made the right decision. The spicy honey was the best. Something I've never really seen before. Sweet, but with a hint of spice. Perfect combination. And if the spice level is too much, there is enough syrup, bananas, and berries to help offset the taste. Had a fun time here.

What happens when you don't have much to say besides giving a 10 out of 10? The service was great,…read morethe food was great, and not having to wait to be seated was excellent. I ordered the breakfast burrito, and it was very filling. I couldn't even finish the whole thing. My sister-in-law had the eggs Benedict, and she really liked the whipped ricotta as an extra topping. She kept raving about it, and since she loves eggs Benedict, it must have been good. I left completely satisfied, and the fact that I already want to come back to Jersey, says it all.

We have visited The Kitchen Step a few times on the weekend and consistently enjoyed the…read moreexperience. The ambience is fantastic, the service is great, and the food is eclectic and delicious. From the moment you walk in, the cozy atmosphere stands out--enhanced by unique artwork, including an eye-catching piece on the ceiling. The menu offers plenty of creative options. We tried the Grilled Shrimp with Thai-inspired salad, the Croissant French Toast, and the Semolina Zucchini Fries. Each dish felt fresh, inventive, and flavorful. For drinks, we went with the non-alcoholic Rose and Peach Please, both of which were refreshing. I also had a cappuccino afterward--while it didn't come with latte art, the taste and strength of the coffee were spot on. On our return visit, we tried the chicken sandiwch, and the pomegranate hummus. The chicken was juicy and the hummus was delcious. Service was attentive throughout, with the staff checking in just enough to make us feel well taken care of. Overall, The Kitchen Step is an excellent find that I'd highly recommend.

We are visiting and looking for a "locals" place with good food and atmosphere…read more We got that and more. Francis the Chef/Host chatted us up especially my Kids. We all exchanged stories about where we are from and what we are doing. The staff took great care of us while Francis and crew whipped up the most delicious food. French Toast out of this World, Biscuit and Gravy from heaven!!! Hit this Jersey locale up for any meal if you can get in this cozy city hole in the wall!

Fun neighborhood vibes place to have a family breakfast with the kids, reasonable priced and staff…read morevery accommodating, our kids loved the French toast, we loved the omelette special of the day and the coffee, but honestly I don't think you can go wrong with anything on their menu. Just a heads up, can get busy on the weekends, but the queue moves fast, give the kids a snack before coming.

Cute little shop with amazing crepes and waffle near Hamilton park and great service!!read more

From the owner: Our Story Combine…read moresomeone born and raised in Belgium with someone born and raised in the United States. Add some flour, butter, yeast and pearl sugar. Stir it with lots of love and you'll end up with the most delicious Belgian waffles in the surrounding NJ/NY neighborhood. Hello, We are Steve and Jenny and proud of The Belgian Plate by Waffle It and Co. We are so happy to serve you our delicious authentic Belgian Liège Waffles, sweet crepes, freshly baked baguette sandwiches, soups, omelets and much much more at our Harborside location, and thrilled to serve only our sweet waffles and crepes over at our second location on Pavonia Ave. Both locations in Jersey City.

Waffle It is a small, take out / (limited) outdoor seating store front right by Hamilton Park. Food…read morehere is made to order, so even if you're taking to go, it's nice to the have tables there! Was being run by one person. Ordered the French Kiss Waffle for $10, which had Chocolate mousse, strawberry, and whipped cream. The waffle came out warm and dense. The whipped cream was a bit runny, but was light and airy. Strawberries were delicious, and was topped with a Poki which was a sweet little treat! Iced coffee was $2! Waffle It is filling, tasty, and hits the spot. definitely a great comfort food treat. Glad that I stopped by to support a local business, and will definitely be back when I need a waffle fix!

(Overall: B) - Waffle and Bubble seems to be a fast casual chicken and waffle joint which is an…read moreinteresting premise. I do find that their menu is maybe lacking a bit of freshness but the fruit does help a little. It does seem to be decent comfort food overall, though not without flaws. (Chipotle Mayo Chicken Box: C) - The chicken was tender, but was tossed in some sweet soy dressing and served with chipotle mayo instead of tossing with it directly. It also comes with fries, which were unsalted and not crispy. The belgian waffle had structure but felt like the maple component was noticeably missing. (Dumplings: B) - These dumplings were well boxed and retained their crispiness throughout, although I think they were a bit overfried. Both the vegetarian and beef ones have quite tasty fillings. -- Food: E Presentation: +1 Price: E Overall: +1 B Insta/Beli: @amei_eats

Ran into this place in Union City and it has soooo many options!!!! The service was amazing! She…read moreeven gave us a free appetizer to try. We had the chicken waffle cone with fries and there are a variety of sauces you can put on it. I chose the honey soy which was great! My husband had the chicken sandwich which he said was great with Parmesan fries. He also had the shrimp ramen bowl which he said was good. The macaroni and cheese with popcorn chicken was good too. We had the strawberry splash drink and the passion fruit lemonade which both were great! Only thing is that they don't have water bottles for sale which was strange. Overall I recommend this place!

We had a fantastic experience at Hamilton Pork! The food was absolutely delicious, full of flavor,…read moreand everything came out fresh and perfectly prepared.

Awesome Tex-mex, bbq spot that has everything bbq and Mexican food adjacent. I got a birria burrito…read morewith a side of corn bread and a corona. Burrito had awesome flavor and the corn bread was not only huge but also very moist and great flavor as well. Portions were big but also a little pricey, which is to be expected in a city setting and for how "upscale" the place is! The reason I put it in quotes is because it's not necessarily a fine dining establishment but not a hole in the wall authentic Mexican place if you get what I mean. Decor is all very modern and authentic with great music playing and big TVs. Service was great, bartender and hostess were very nice and welcoming and food came out quick! Definitely a cool little spot for a quick bite!