Great food. Great bar. The service is "okay". It get very busy so maybe that's why the service is sometimes not as good

My brunch / lunch go to in Hoboken . Great salads, burgers and sandwiches ( eggs too). Nice bar too and consistent service read more

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Been here twice, and the waiters were rude unpleasant both times. Big disappointment if the service is bad. Decent ambiance indoors. Outdoor seating is nice. Dinner is good, had the salmon. Brunch menu was also decent. Delicious fries. Coffee was not great. Coke was flat. May come back again if someone drags me, otherwise I prefer being treated well when I'm paying to be served. read more

Still trying to figure out why this place was busy. The avocado toast was burnt (and yes soggy). It had the prepackaged guacamole that you buy in the store and rinsed off canned diced tomatoes on top. The other meal was a hamburger where the bun and hamburger (yes) were soggy. The plus sides were: Our server was nice and we got to sit outside. I would not recommend at all. read more

I had come to Elysian once with friends for a cocktail that I enjoyed (skinny spicy marg natch) and I like the vibe here. We were also sent here by one of future husband's coworkers who knows the owner. I never quite understood why this place had three stars but then I ate there and, yes! It does have three stars. There's nothing bad about this restaurant. We went for restaurant week though we had the option of ordering off the regular menu, there were selections we liked on the restaurant week menu so we went for it. The food was good... decent. It was nothing to scream about. I had to ask twice for bread, but it was good when it got there, warm & the butter was good. That is always a nice start, but it didn't come until apps were brought out. Future husband liked his mussels and I got the crispy duck app and it was probably better than my meal, which was cod over potatoes. The thing with the restaurant week menus is that they don't give you a very big portion so of course you are hungry for dessert. I ate both mine and future husband's because he gets full when a normal person should get full. Service was aight skinny spicy marg was aight. I'm not complaining, I'm not! It's just that yes, this place is three stars. Will I be back, you ask? Depends how long I live in Hoboken. read more

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If the walls, ceiling and overall decor and ambiance of this place doesn't win you over, then the food hopefully will. This is one of my favorite Hoboken places to go out for dinner when I want to feel fancy, without having to spend an arm and a leg. I've probably only gone on a Monday because they have an amazing special. The entire bar entree menu is 2 for 1. So it really is a great way to make a Monday a bit special. Pair that with a drink and you just made Monday VERY special. They had a great cocktail menu but I usually keep it simple and stick with red wine. In the past, I've had their mussels, arugula pizza, chicken sandwich, all of which had been amazing. Last time I came, I ordered the steak sandwich. It came on a a soft baguette with onions and gruyere cheese with a salad on the side. I loved it. The meat was cooked perfectly so I could actually bite into it and didn't have to resort to a knife and fork and there was plenty of it. Really, they definitely did not skimp on the steak part of the steak sandwich. The only request I would have had is a little sauce or aioli for it. Because it's a sandwich and not just a steak, I thought it needed something else on it. Just a personal preference. My boyfriend got the tortilla soup and I tried it. It was really tasty! I'd never had it before, it basically tastes like a taco, probably why my boyfriend was very eager to order it in the first place. This is also a really wonderful place to come in the summer when all of their outdoor seating is set up. I haven't had brunch here yet but, just based on every dining experience I've ever had here, I am sure they do a great job. read more

Dined in for Sunday brunch with a group of friends. We made sure to make reservations. When we got there the restaurant was already filled but we didn't have to wait long for our table. Each table is kind of close to each other and the space is tight. It was Halloween season so the restaurant was decked out in decorations, very cute! I opted for the Croque Madame (Ham, Gruyere, Fried Egg, Pommes Frîtes). Delicious and I would get it again. They also serve alcoholic breakfast beverages so we got mimosas & bellinis. read more

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Elysian looks like an old cafe that has a lot of charm. My boyfriend has been living nearby for about four months and we finally got the chance to try it out after all that time. We came in on a beautiful, sunny and warm Saturday at about 1 pm for brunch. The wait for an outside table was only 15 minutes. We were seated pretty quickly and they took our drink and food orders swiftly as well. The drinks came out shortly after, but our food was nowhere to be seen until about a half an hour later. People who were seated after us, got their food before us. I think it was a fluke (I hope). I'd definitely be willing to give it another chance because I really enjoyed the grilled chicken sandwich (with bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, herb mayo, and French fries) when I did finally get it. Plus, it's relatively inexpensive. For $13, you can get a plate of steak and eggs with home fries and toast. Hoping it'll be a better experience next time. Not sure I want to unleash the inner Hulk that takes over when I get hungry. read more

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I don't like giving bad reviews but some places earn them, including the Elysian cafe. We dined here once and we will not be back. The service is terrible. Our waiter was rude and inattentive. We ordered mussels. They were not flavorful. We were disappointed. And the cost was outrageous here too. So not worth it. Higher quality and better tasting dishes at Tutta Pesca. The ceiling was beautiful, but that's all that was. read more

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The best eggs Benedict in Hoboken! I had the salmon eggs Benedict with salad on the side and it was amazing! Eggs cooked perfectly and just the right amount of Hollandaise sauce! Got a mimosa and it was strong and very good, would return for dinner or just drinks. read more

Elysian Cafe - Salmon Eggs Benedict - New American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Delicious Brunch! The Bloody Mary is amazing, slightly spicy and not too thick. I ordered the avocado toast with side salad which was also good. The service is quick and waiters are friendly. The tables are very small so party of 5 was tight but we were able to check our coats which helped with space. read more

Elysian Cafe - Avocado toast w/ side salad, Bloody Mary - New American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Went for a lunch on a Friday afternoon to Elysian Cafe. We got the mussels in a white wine sauce to share. My friend got the fish tacos and I got the French onion soup. I would recommend the soup! The mussels weren't bad either. Nice lunch / brunch spot. read more

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The Benedict was good. The apples paired nicely with this and added a good crunch to complete the dish. read more

Elysian Cafe - Eggs Benedict - New American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Elysian Cafe is truly a hidden gem in Hoboken. My ultimate favorite dish is the BLT with a side of fries. It will probably be the most savory BLT you'll ever have. No joke. Their grilled cheese is great as well. They plant onion bits inside the bread, which makes it that much more delicious. They're available on uber eats too which is super convenient! read more

Elysian Cafe - BLT with a side of fries - New American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Elysian Cafe is one of my favorite go-to restaurants around Hoboken. Brunch, lunch, and dinner are all great and I've seriously never been disappointed. Every time I go I say I will try something different but always get the grilled chicken sandwich. It just leaves me feeling full and happy ‍. However, if your in the mood for a burger, fish and chips, or even a salad you won't be disappointed. This is also my moms favorite brunch spot around Hoboken because of the size of the mimosas. They give you a big glass which is something you don't usually get for your money! We have even celebrated a holiday here because she loves this place so much. The main dining area atmosphere is pub/cozy and the room in the back is great if you want to host a little event. Next time you are contemplating where you want to eat..try Elysian! read more

Elysian Cafe - Menu and bottled water - New American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Great for families. I just wish the tables were larger! Come here on Tuesdays for kid specials.

Delicious French food. The mushroom quiche was heavenly...and I normally don't like mushrooms. Cute French bistro decor, cool old building. Very nice staff, and extremely reasonably priced! read more

Went on a Mon night. Interior in nice esp. in the bar area but you do have to contend with door opening on a cold night which they try to minimize with heavy curtain. I would recommend making reservations even on a Monday as it is pretty small inside. Service was good. We ate in the dining area. My husband has soup of the day to start which was good. Tasted fresh and very creamy. Small tweak - they served with croutons - 4 to be exact. They were very good croutons - not the "hard as a rock" kind but maybe 7 would a better qty? I ordered Herb and Lemon crusted salmon which came with a bed of lentils with caramelized Honey-Dijon Sauce. It was a good piece of salmon - but I did not like the sauce at all - very sweet and there was no real crust. I would ixnay that sauce and try a more savory one. My husband ordered burger -Medium. Unfortunately, it came out med-rare but he ate it anyway. Overall good but a few tweaks would make it 5-star. read more

I had dinner at Elysian café this past Saturday night. We had a reservation for 2 at 8 pm which I made earlier that afternoon. Bad rain finished passing through about 30 minutes prior to our reservation, but everything was fine when we arrived and we did not have to wait to be seated. The service was on point - additional water was brought out before we asked; meals came quickly; they gave us bread no charge upon request etc. We shared the Crab cake appetizer to start. For $16, I was disappointed by the size of the one crab cake, but the flavors were very tasty - I really enjoyed the corn and pesto with it. For my main, I got the pan braised halibut dish - it was delicious and a good portion size. My friend tried the lobster roll which she was said was tasty - it came with a lot of arugula salad on the side. All in all, we enjoyed our meal and had a nice time dining outside there. read more

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Nice environment-Victorian style housing and good service. Will come back again. Make sure to drop by in week day maybe a clever choice. read more

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We arrived on a Sunday at 11:30 and the hostess took my name and phone and told me it was a 40min wait which we agreed to. After 1 hour without being called I asked again and this time she told me she didn't know how long the wait was given they had reservations in front of us.... so it seemed that they had reservations + a waitlist which they never told us! In front of me there was a lady complaining with the manager after being waiting for 1 hour too. With so many brunch options this is unacceptable! We ended up at Anthony Davis, I doubt we will give this joint an opportunity until they improve their service. read more

Nice place good food. went to try it and the fire department came after listening to their alarm for 40mins. I'm just happy everyone was safe read more

Elysian truly looks like a French cafe, with it's open air seating. My BF and I had walked by constantly, and decided to go on a particularly beautiful night when we were able to go and eat outside. Such a cute place for a date, or brunch/dinner out with some friends - particularly if you can grab an outdoor seat. Our first trip there was for dinner, and thanks to making a reservation, we were seated almost instantly. The service was great from the get go, the wine was poured generously (and brought out quickly), and the garlic fries are the ultimate. The menu is varied without being overly extensive - some French dishes mixed in with American. Playing into that type of menu, my boyfriend ordered the Steak Frites, while I settled on the lobster roll (because we were coming back from a Maine trip and I couldn't get enough). The oyster selection also looked delish, so that will have to be reserved for another trip! After hearing from a girlfriend that the brunch at Elysian is perfection, we headed there one weekend for a Saturday brunch. She wasn't lying - brunch was incredible. Again, our server was lovely, and though it was busy, she made sure we were taken care of. The screwdrivers were strong, the steel cut oatmeal delicious (seriously, it CAN be fucked up so don't laugh), and BF got the gateaux chauds (pancakes), which looked incredible and apparently were since he gobbled them up. I also ordered a side of the Lyonnaise potatoes, which spoiler - are home fries (really, really good ones). It was a perfect brunch with an amazing atmosphere, and the perfect view for people watching (insider hint: bring sunglasses to fully take advantage of this opportunity). Prices are also REALLY reasonable for brunch, so extra worthwhile. Great service, great prices, beautiful location, and amazing atmosphere on a whole. Definitely worth a brunch trip or dinner trip for some delicious food and a few drinks. read more

Elysian Cafe - Outdoor brunching. - New American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Solid brunch spot with consistently good service and food. The bacon is its own food group here and if you ordered only that and their Bloody Mary you'd be set. I recommend the eggs florentine for brunch and the French onion soup for dinner. read more

Outdoor and indoor seating. The environment is nice indoors. There was construction happening outdoors that was super loud and annoying, so we moved indoors. Tried the spiced lamb burger, and it was great! Tasted like a normal burger with a spiced twist. Food took awhile to come out but I'd say because it was fresh. BLT was stacked. They weren't stingy with the bacon or anything. Good wine and drink list. Nice place! read more

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Go to for service, food value and setting. Knowledgeable staff with hands on manager, Chris always willing to accommodate. Never disappointed. read more

By far one of the more disappointing dining experiences I've had. I don't think we actually had a severe. The manager or whoever she was came over to our table about 15 minutes after we had sat down and took our order. We didn't get on of our entrees and no one ever came back over to check on things. We order 2 soups and didn't get any spoons and never came across anyone to give us what we needed. No apology and no nice words to justify the terrible service. Our food was cold and bland. I'm a former restaurant worker for over a decade and this experience was not it. We waited to pay for a long time to pay. Bad experience all around. I hope it gets better over here but I won't be back to check it out read more

We had a great Sunday brunch here. Beautiful day. Service was very professional and everything was great. The fries were really good! Prices are very reasonable for the quality provided. Beautiful outdoor seating options. read more

It' always really good food and bar is nice when you can get a seat. Host sometimes is a little indifferent and when someone is asking for your name for they list they just don't care. read more

Came here for my first outdoor dining experience in Hoboken and so felt safe and enjoyed the food so much! I had the poutine with duck, and my friends had the salmon (sub fries with salad) and the lobster rolls. Everything was so delicious and the service was incredible. Definitely recommend for outdoor dining! read more

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I had been to the Elysian Café several times over the past few years - for dinners, special beer pairing events, drinks, and more. Overall, I always had a stellar experience, and my previous visit was no different. My friend and I were seated in the quaint rear dining room that embodied its homestyle and casual atmosphere. I sipped my sweet, crisp Riondo Prosecco, while she enjoyed a glass of red wine. My companion ordered her favorite Artichoke and Avocado Salad, as well as some Mussels in White Wine with French Fries. I sampled one of her thin, lengthy fries and found it reminiscent of McDonald's offering, and I mean that in a good way! It had a robust potato flavor, was perfectly fried to a light crisp, and possessed just a pinch of salt. My French-Cut Chicken Breast entreé was even better than I had previously remembered. The chicken was moist and tender. It was served over Parisienne-style dumplings, and a mixture of sweet peas and mushrooms. The small balls of dough had been pan-seared, so they had a slight crunch; they reminded me of baked potato gnocchi. The sweet peas were a suitable compliment to the earthy, bold mushrooms. Lastly, there was a red wine demi-glaze over the ingredients that added just a hint of acidity and sweetness. It really was a simple, yet well-executed and delicious dish. If you have not checked out the Elysian Café, definitely add it to your list! read more

Went here for outdoor dining a few weeks ago. The poutine fries as an appetizer were fantastic and we also each got pasta dishes for our dinner. The food itself was great, but we ate around 8:30pm so it got pretty cold and windy as we were eating. Unfortunately we weren't at a table near the heat lamps so we ate half of our entree before heading home to keep warm. I would definitely go back for the food/atmosphere but recommend going when the weather is nicer. read more

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Called in Thursday and made a reservation for Sunday ... called again to confirm the reservation ... get there Sunday to find out there was no such reservation ... I heard so many things about this place , I must say I was extremely disappointed to know they either lost or never made my reservation . We ended up seating at the bar , the bartender was very good and apologetic. Drinks were great and the food ( Brunch ) was also very very good . Would love to go back to try their dinner menu . Hopefully next time they will get our reservation right , read more

Super Disappointing! I made a reservation for 10 ppl for Father's Day as this is one of my family's favorite restaurants in Hoboken. I called to confirm the reservation by phone after making the large reservation on an app, to ensure they'd be able to accommodate 10 ppl. Upon arrival, the host crammed us into a 6 person table and Cleary were no ready for us even after having called. We uncomfortably sat smushed into a corner, elbow to elbow, and spent the 1st 20 minutes getting our table set (no forks or cups on the table, and no one was even sitting there before us) Furthermore, the waitress let us know that we all MUST order from the brunch menu or the BAR menu and the restaurant (not packed) could not accommodate if our fathers wanted a lunch item instead of brunch item. Who doesn't want to be told what they "can't have" as they sit down in a way too small table???The least user-friendly experience I've had at a restaurant In a long time. Will not be back soon. read more

Food was really average, basically bar food. We got the grilled cheese, which was crunchy but not cheesy enough. The steak sandwich was very greasy, had soggy bread, wasn't tasty, and was difficult to eat. The fish and chips had fresh fish but the batter was too thick and soggy. The french fries were okay. They serve coffee and cappuccino but do not list this on the menu. We were ready to order and found out we could only order from half of the menu, which I wish they had told us sooner. Our server never gave us water and never checked on us after we got our meals. Spent the entire meal trying to get someone's attention so we could get water! The ambience is cute and welcoming. It might be a nice bar for locals but I probably wouldn't go back coming from far away. read more

Definitely one of the best meals of 2020! The poutine was superbly decadent with fois gras and the most wonderful gravy. Star of the show is this french cut chicken...Woah! The French potato dumplings were easily one of the best things I've eaten recently and the chicken was perfectly cooked. GO, GO, GO! read more

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I frequent the Elysian quite often. In fact, I have been going there and receiving the best of service for 16 years from its original ownership to the second owner. Travis and crew do a great job here. Like every restaurant, there are great days and some that are not as perfect. But I have never experienced service that was subpar. Here is a message to those who think tipping 20% on a check that is reduced by 50% by the owners due to a promotion IS TOO MUCH. TIP YOUR SERVERS! If you are a cheapskate, stay home and eat some mac and cheese. How dare you disrespect the people who work so hard to serve you properly. Why should they bare the burden of the generous discount because you are so cheap? Pretty pathetic. I am there all the time so if you have a problem with me calling out how disgraceful you are just come and say hello. If you have kids, try to teach them better. If you don't, just try to be better person. Shameful to write a review like that, but this is a teaching moment. Try to be a better person and if you can't afford to tip properly, stay home Mike C. read more

Cute and tasty. Had lunch here on a Friday afternoon, the place was quiet and had soccer playing on the TVs at the bar. I ordered the grilled cheese and it did not disappoint. Made on sourdough with leeks and onions, the very cheesy sandwich had a nice crunch and taste to it. Not to mention the fries were perfect. read more

Elysian Cafe - Grilled cheese - New American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

We got lucky with the weather and met old friends for a reunion after many years of being out of touch. The setting couldn't have been more perfect, the food could not have been better enjoyed or served. I loved the smoked salmon club, and I heard that the fish and chips were yummy. Soup of the day was delicious and not overly salty. String fries were served crisp and hot. Beer on tap was delivered cold and frothy (I had Stella). Our server, Adriana, was delightful - a skilled and competent server, and a great photographer as well! read more

Elysian Cafe - Reunited after so many years. Couldn't have been at a better spot. Photo credits to our wonderful server Adriana. - New American Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

I love this place !!!! My New fav on the brunch menu is the Salmon Eggs Benedict with a side of Lyonnaise Potatoes....SO DELICIOUS !!!! read more

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