This cozy lunch diner is a local gem, serving up a wide variety of delicious options to satisfy any…read morecraving. The friendly, attentive staff make every visit feel welcoming, turning a simple meal into a great experience you'll want to come back for again and again to watch your favorite team. Service started ok but got very slow towards the end of the night.

Hoboken's main street is lined with bars... so it can be difficult for one to stand out from the…read morerest. Black Bear is an ideal spot to grab a bite, drink some beers, and watch sporting events with a group. It's your typical sports bar ambiance. Dark and dim lighting with reclaimed barn wood, antique furniture, and vintage signs. They have two floors with a bar and dining area on each one. The walls are lined with large HD tv screens with any and every sports channel you can think of. They provide a fun lineup of entertainment (weekly bingo & themed trivia, a live DJ on Friday & Saturday, weekend brunch). It gets extremely crowded, packed, and loud on game weekends. Menu has your average bar grub - burgers, sandwiches, wraps, salads, wings, nachos, tacos, quesadillas... all at decent prices. They have a lot of options for beer and cocktails. I don't think they're outrageously expensive, but they're a little high for what you're getting. On the plus side, they have daily specials with good deals/discounts. AYCE wings for $15 on Tuesday, Tequila Thursday, Sangria Sunday, etc. I needed a quick bite so I ordered the Crispy Chicken Sandwich with fries ($16) - included crispy chicken cutlet and sweet chili sauce on a brioche roll. The roll was fluffy and buttery with a golden crust. The chicken was indeed crispy. I was pleasantly surprised by how big the cutlet was... it looked like they cut up multiple cutlets and stacked them on top of each other. I could've done without the sweet chili sauce - a little overpowering. The french fries were nice and crispy, just how I like them. Overall, not a bad bar in Hoboken to check out. I'd visit again to try the daily specials or play trivia!

I used to frequent The Madison Bar & Grill, but then it sort of fell off my radar, particularly…read moreafter my mediocre visit last year. However, I was recently in the area and searching for a brunch spot, so I decided to give it another shot. The restaurant was crowded, but we were able to grab stools at the bar. The female bartender immediately came by to assist us and was a complete sweetheart. We started by ordering drinks, and I went with a Bloody Mary, which I had seen my neighboring bar patron order, though it was not on their beverage list. I was worried that the juicy mixer might not be that great if they were not promoting it, but, boy, was it excellent! The Bloody Mary mix was packed with fresh horseradish and pepper, giving it the real kick I yearned for. In terms of the food, I opted for a Three Egg Omelet, but using egg whites. I was able to choose 3 fillings and selected tomatoes, mushrooms, and red peppers. First off, the eggs were cooked perfectly; they were not runny at all and had just the slightest hint of a golden brown color. They were served with tasty breakfast potatoes that were cooked with sauteed onions, red peppers, and scallions, which were a wise inclusion. While I typically try not to finish all of my fried breakfast potatoes, these were too good to leave any behind! The meal also included my choice of toast, so I went with whole wheat, which was fine, but standard. Overall, I was so pleasantly surprised by just how delicious everything was, and I would certainly return, especially for brunch! Sitting at the bar also added to the upbeat atmosphere.

You get what you expect here... younger crowd but still good food. Large back room that can hold…read moreprivate events, but still space in the front in the bar area. Family friendly but keep in mind you are at a bar in Hoboken. French onion dumplings TO DIE FOR. I live in NYC and I would go back just for these dumplings. They are THAT good! Only negative is the noise level, but again to be expected. We also waited very long for our server to address us.

I'm sorry to say this most recent visit today with family was way below average for what ha been…read morefor us always a good experience. Not sure what the issue was but almost no dish was up to snuff. Ordered 2 buffalo wing orders. Not hot temp wise, not crispy. Still good flavor though. Then, split the breakfast burrito and what they call a grilled cheese. When you go to a pub for brunch, on a Saturday after new years, one is looking of twine good comfort food. The grilled cheese here is basically a bacon sandwich with 2 slices of not sure what the cheese was but barely melted. Not a gooey American cheese classic. For the BB, the home fries were barely warm and not tasty of crispy. And the burrito itself just disappointing. Maybe next time CD!

Burgers was outstanding! Baked briefly salad was so yummy and sweet pot fries hit the spot!…read more Ordered a side and got a gigantic plate for sharing! Adorable little bar... service was fast until our food came and they never checked back to refill drinks. I would definitely come here if you are in the mood for bar food that is fresh! Looks like the burhers and wings are where its at here! The place was packed by the time we left.

Beautiful location and nice ambiance inside for photos. The drinks are not that great, but they do…read morehave good bar food. The calamari is good and the bacon appetizer. The servers are pretty attentive and friendly.

The Ainsworth is swanky with dimmed lights and a great ambience to have a team or client dinner. I…read morecame here for a work dinner and they really nail it with the appetizers, not much so for mains and dessert. I ordered the Spicy Gem Caesar, the way they seasoned it made it addicting. The crispy garlic and pecorino elevated this Caesar salad to be satisfying texture-wise. Never been a fan of mushy salads but I loved the crunch and how the sauce lightly marinated the lettuce. The Chips & Dip Baby was even more addictive, just imagine a lox bagel being put into a dip, that's what it was. The fact that the chips are homemade made the difference, you can really taste the potato flavor. The smoked trout roe was a combination I never imagined, but it is a MUST GET. Then I had the smash burger, it was alright. Nothing too special to be honest. It was a little pricy for the quality. Donuts were really dry and drenched in oil, I didn't end up finishing it. Service was a little slow and nothing to be wow'd over.

Absolutely love this spot! The owner is such a character…read more The food is delicious, decently priced, the drinks are pricey but it's downtown. There's karaoke, music, different rooms for events . Bartenders are fast and friendly . The place is a vibe for sure

Ive done reviews on brightside before but i have to show love to them again and their amazing happy…read morehour!! I love that this neighborhood bar and restaurant is not overpriced! Its the kinda place that keeps u coming back and everyone knows everyone! Thats all credit to the owner Tommy two scoops! He is a ball of bright positive energy! He makes everyone feel special who walks through the doors. On top of that the food is PHENOMENAL!!! Like for real i have never had a bad meal here!!! I had their infamous mussels and im obsessed! The white wine sauce is amazing! Half price on the happy hr which is 3-7pm. The rice and beans are so flavorful!! I also had their infamous mussels fried shrimp they are huge and tender!!! Ugh! Just delicious!!! U have to get to Brightside tavern!! They also cater and do events throughout the week. Perfect neighborhood spot

HORRIBLE & DISCRIMINATES AGAINST THE DISABLED-- DO NOT SUPPORT THIS BUSINESS, there are plenty of…read morebetter ones in Hoboken, who don't make fun of the disabled and don't openly brag about breaking ADA. Extremely disappointing. Can only hope that none of them ever have to experience this type of hardship. This restaurant refused me and my trained service animal who I must have with me at all times for my neurological disorder. As soon as I walked in, the staff member immediately got aggressive standing very close to me to force my body to move back outside behind the door. Even after I explained that the animal was trained and working, he said "it doesn't matter what it is, we do not allow service dogs, you need to get out". I told them this was in violation of the ADA, and they said "that doesn't matter". I then was unable to sit down in time and experienced a panic attack outside. The staff members watched me from the window, visibly laughing at us as we walked away.

My cousin (who is a Hoboken local) and I stopped in after attending a concert at MSG. We stayed…read moreuntil they closed and each ordered a drink. My cousin didn't like the drink she ordered so she asked for a different one (no charge). I had an espresso martini which was pretty good. There is a decent amount of seating but it's not a huge place. Overall, a nice little neighborhood spot and a little off the beaten path compared to the bars along Washington Street.

Solid spot for brunch. Service is a little slow but friendly. Had two good salads and the excellent…read morecast iron potatoes.

The meatballs were delicious and the roasted half chicken was good, albeit a little underwhelming…read moreas it didn't include any vegetable so it was a dense meal being paired with just a carb. I wish they had a bigger menu as it was quite limited and none of the entrees were usual go to picks for me. I would be happy just eating off the appetizer menu. Service was on point and it wasn't too loud.

We were out for a walk and looking to stop somewhere for a snack, so we decided to give Onieals a…read moretry. Since my last visit, I had only ventured there once for a drink, but it had been far from a first choice. I loved that they had live music and a casual vibe, but my past culinary experience had been a letdown. However, I was very pleasantly surprised on my recent excursion. We grabbed seats at the rustic bar and enjoyed friendly service and pints of Kane Head High, my favorite beer. The crisp, refreshing brew went well with my cup of Chicken Noodle Soup. While that might sound like an odd "snack", I selected it because it was one of the few appetizers on the menu that was not fried. The broth seemed to interestingly be made of tomatoes and potentially other vegetables. It was packed with large, spiral noodles, shredded chicken, and fresh spinach. It was an interesting rendition for sure, but it was also very tasty, despite the fact that it was rather greasy. I was also bummed that it did not have more chicken and that it had not been served with any crackers. Oh well! Overall, it at least had left me with a much better impression than my last trip had.

Onieals 343 Park Ave…read more Hoboken, NJ 07030 Penne Alla Vodka Appetizer The pasta was cooked al dente with chunks of plum tomatoes and smothered in a spicy vodka sauce. It's a win-win if you have this starter as is or with shredded mozzarella cheese. If you prefer a larger portion, this serving is also available as an entree. #hobokennj #hoboken #franksinatrastown #onieals #oniealshoboken #penneallavodka