This is a multipurpose space. There is sit down dining. There's a huge bar and there's also dancing space with a giant disco ball and some Dj music. On a Tuesday night, not only do they have Tuesday Taco specials, They also had trivia night, which all the people dining in willingly participated in. Vibrant environment for young people. Staff are super friendly. Our waiter was very accommodating and helpful. They were out of many signature drinks, which was disappointing. However, they made a killer espresso martini. Fried pickles for appetizer were just OK. Nothing to write home about I'd skip next time. Mike's hot honey carrots with yogurt for appetizer were absolutely incredible. I could eat this for the whole meal and be happy. The recommended $39 bbq ribs were dry, old, fatty and meh. Skip and get the brisket, which was incredibly tender and flavorful. $44 BBQ sampler platter was the way to go. You get to try many different kinds of meat and the portion is perfect. It can even be shared between two people. Ribs were disappointing, spicy sausage was surprisingly amazing, brisket was fantastic, and chicken was the star of the show. I've never been a fan of chicken, but this chicken was next level. The meat was so flavorful, tender and juicy. Still dreaming of the chicken and will return for it anytime. You must try it--you'll thank me later. Sides of garlic, broccoli, sweet potato fries, and potato salad were surprisingly great. I'd order those sides again. On a Tuesday night they close at 10:30 PM and everyone was asked to leave, which felt rushed. read more

The place is really cute and nice. Came for a coworkers engagement. Resy was 1:30 and everyone was on time and seated. I do feel like they were rushing us at times especially maybe there is a time limit for a party or event. The food for the event was family style. So grits, French toast, bacon and A crab bene was served. The food was good. Nice display of what they have to offer for Brunch. I seen the menu online and they offer a lot of choices. The place is good for parties. The table was sort of awkward as you need to have one side scoot into a tiny space. (Wasn't a fan of that). Music was good vibes. I think it was how the servers were like "are you done" after 20 mins into eating and getting served and then quickly packing everything up. Sort of friendly but seemed like they just wanted to turn a table fast. Don't really live in the area, so idk if I'd be back It's a good place to check out. Just maybe notyncuomof tea. read more

Sorta in between a 3 and a 4. I bet if I came for brunch, it would be a 4. But instead I came here for a relatively early dinner on Saturday. Honestly the dining area was quite empty and I guess I could partially attribute it to snow, but it wasn't snowing when we got there. Maybe it was due to the long weekend, not sure. The place is huge though, tons of space so it felt weird being a bit empty, especially with a playoff game on. There was a private event though so perhaps that did make a difference. Anyhow, since we traveled around the south last summer, we wanted to get a little flavor of southern food this evening. We got our customary picked veggies to start off (good!) but then decided to order Hot Honey Glazed Carrots for an appetizer. The carrots were a bit off. It was somewhat difficult to eat. The carrots weren't fully steamed, with some pieces way tougher to eat than others. The yogurt was fine, but you don't really taste any honey and it was a bit too gooey to the point where it was hard to dip it properly. I wonder if the dip should've been separate from the carrots itself. I'm not sure. As for me, I got the Country Fried Oyster Mushroom Po'Boy. It was fine, but felt it was a little too dry... and honestly a little too simple. The fries were great, but felt like I was missing something. The cocktails, on the other hand, were great and saved the day. Maybe I'll enjoy this place a bit more during brunch, but was a bit disappointed with the dinner experience. read more

South House - hot honey glazed carrots, Purple Haze, The Perfect Pair - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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Really good for happy hour. They also have trivia on Tuesdays. I like the food and ambiance.

(Dined 04/18/2025 FR @ 8:00pm): This "house" was serving up some mean Southern food along with drinks and beats! In my quest to explore the various cuisine scenes and things to do throughout Jersey City and specifically the Heights, our large party moved from nearby Barcade to South House for dinner, drinks, and a DJ set from a colleague. South House has been serving up a blend of Southern hospitality and rock-and-roll energy since 2015 with a laid-back rustic vibe where people feel right at home while rubbing elbows with strangers. Would our time at this house go south or be elevated to cap our evening!? PURCHASE Athletic Brewing Co. Run Wild IPA Non-Alcoholic Beer 0.5% ABV 12floz Can ($7.00): Rich amber color, slight citrus hoppy watery aroma, flavor and aftertaste, light body, and a clean finish. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=72&select=WYpHQKxBt8vBiS4a1uijug Mac & Cheese ($12.00): A ton of chewy elbow pasta covered in a creamy four-cheese sauce topped with crispy herb crust and scallions, this gooeyness of near perfection (no bacon due to Lent) was a full meal as steam escaped one scoop at a time. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=72&select=PADnIkwMKVcZZ3MRxD66fw Salmon Sandwich w/Sweet Potato Fries ($17.00): A thick piece of fish topped with mixed greens, tomato slices, an avocado crema, feta cheese, and a citrusy dressing between toasted wheat bread, this was a lovingly flavorful sammie that nearly filled me up! The steamy thick spud sticks were crispy and didn't need the provided ketchup. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=48&select=T25REZpE-QrcBYhNrQCO-w Baby Back Ribs & Potato Salad 6pc ($26.00): Short but packed with meat and some fat lightly covered in a smoky sweet sauce, the pork slipped off the bone days later when Lent concluded. The potato salad was heavy with a slight tang flavor and stuck to your ribs in a good way. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=48&select=PTcVWpJiqwkCPv9WCPZ3hg Fried Pickles ($10.00): A good portion of lightly-fried chips with a side of ranch dipping sauce, these had a nice crunchiness and tangy taste that paired well with my entrees. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=48&select=iZZ8dcmvz8LbHyjPYkdq4w Samuel Adams Just The Haze IPA Non-Alcoholic Beer 0.5% ABV 12floz Can ($7.00): Deep amber hazy color, slight citrus hoppy watery aroma, flavor and aftertaste, light body, and a clean finish. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=48&select=SOhsI6WGJX7lWsERFSSsPA Heineken 0.0 Lager Non-Alcoholic Beer 12floz Can ($7.00): Light amber color, slight malty thin watery aroma, flavor and aftertaste, light body, and a clean finish. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=72&select=faDll6KMtR2UlZUod61DwQ Large Party Fee $20.00% ($17.20): C'est la vie! Operations Fee 3.00% ($2.58): Used to help offset increasing costs... SERVICE Our party of ten had reservations, so while we waited for our tables to be ready, we huddled around the busy bar and ordered drinks which came out quickly as our table was now ready. Our servers kicked arse, where on top of everything, the food arrived quickly, we were constantly checked on, and empties were cleared away. The staff were da bomb - thanks! PARKING (Street; N/A this instance) This was an easy 25-minute walk from my friend's place. Otherwise, this was on a pedestrian-only section of town, but there appeared to be random spots (no known private lot) off the main drag of Newark Ave. and all surrounding roads, or best to utilize the very good public transportation light rail - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A high-ceiling brick-walled structure with an open spacious bar area, a few cramped dining areas, and a separate downstairs rec room, while an explicit display of rock music love https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=72&select=2d9Qy_YrwoutgDLrC1eCXw charmed the pants off of me! Decent natural lighting came through the tinted large windows and doors while low-lit electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. There were several TVs at the bar area while loud rock music blared in the background and drowned out everything else. ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops... if it weren't so cold this time. OVERALL I'd return to South House for its chill vibe, very good food albeit kind of pricey, and wonderful service. They also had a weekday happy hour (4pm-7pm) and other promotional nights! 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 $111.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS read more

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Food NEVER disappoints here! The wings and cornbread appetizer are my favorite. We have came on super busy and slow days and the customer service is always top notch. Be sure and try their BBQ platter it doesn't disappoint read more

South House - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

The bacon wrapped onion rings were soggy. They should not serve these like this they had such great potential and sounded so good! Service was great, the tea selection is great/healthy, and the ambiance is nice! This rating change is on the food alone as I hadn't eaten here before only hung out. read more

South House - Bacon wrapped onion rings yuck - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Sad that the menu changed and you can only order from the brunch menu weekend mornings. At least the new items we tried were delicious. Wish the coffee tasted better but that's new. read more

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I came for a friend's brunch. There is no bottomless brunch from 12-4 you can order $3 mimosas. I got a few of those and had one of their espresso martinis. I ordered the short rib grilled cheese. It was yummy and filling and the side of sassafras jus is sweet read more

South House - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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When I tell you I loved this place, I mean it from the bottom of my heart! Top to bottom, there wasn't a thing I didn't like but my FAVORITE was our bartender! He didn't hover but was on it. At one point, I was fussing with my eyes (because I dread smudged mascara) and he leaned in, and in a whisper, asked if I was ok because I think he thought I might've been arguing with my date. I LOVE that he cared enough. In any case, the music was 90s R&B with a 2025 remix. Infinity stars for that! The food was good. Four stars. The fries were nicely flavored and not just some cut up potatoes. The decor was eclectic Southern romantic. Epic and gritty. Like Gone With The Wind meshed with True Blood. Just fantastic. I woulda never thought I was in a bar in Downtown Jersey City. read more

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Very cool restaurant in downtown JC. Came for dinner on a Tuesday night and it was somewhat quiet. However, coincidentally Tuesday was also trivia night, so by 8pm it started to fill up. They've got a pretty big menu and offer some taco Tuesday specials. I got the shrimp and grits and it was very rich with a decent amount of shrimp. I also was able to try their quesobirria tacos. Can't say enough about the consomé. I hear that they're known for brunch so I would definitely consider coming back for that. That's if I don't come back for Tuesday trivia night first! read more

Always down to try something new and why not as it's my first time in Jersey! South House was recommended and on my way I went. Set a reservation because they do fill up quickly and I came with a large party. The atmosphere and decor is music themed. They honor and celebrate great music legends. Even their menu is a vinyl that opens up with their menu items. We tried the fried green tomatoes as a group and I was not a fan. The tomato still felt like it could've ripen a bit more. The fried skin did not stay on; slid right off and the sauce didn't pair well. I personally chosen the spicy fried chicken meal as my entree. With it, I paired the Mac and cheese with collard greens. The food arrived fairly quickly and it was quite hot. The presentation and food portion is nice but still a bit on the pricer side for comfort food. The honey spicy sauce on the fried chicken didn't sit well for me. The meal came with three pieces of meat but the leg and thigh were the juiciest. The breast was a bit drier but the crispy skin made up for it. The Mac and cheese were overly cheesy. As if they selected the wrong cheeses. I felt I had to have a sip of water with each bit. If you're lactose... flee! The collard greens were alright but just fell flat. At one point my bits began to taste of just vinegar. I guess I'm bias because southern food is my culture so I know the way it's supposed to taste and when other additions are added for flare. For dessert I tried the jalapeño cornbread & ice cream dish as well as the chocolate chip bread pudding. The cornbread and ice cream dish mesh together. The flavors sat on top of one another. Also the cornbread could stand to have fresh peppers and sweet corn bits in it. Additionally it was too crumbly. The bread pudding was quite delicious but they over did it with the chocolate chips. Overall, this was a nice suggestion but I would only be inclined to return for the appetizers. I'd want to try the deviled eggs and wings. read more

South House - Spicy southern fried chicken with Mac and cheese and collard greens with bacon - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

South house is always busy and bustling, whether it be nightlight (great downstairs area with a bar, shuffleboard, pool, foosball, etc), or for Brunch! Was able to be seated for Saturday morning brunch with no wait at the bar - They have a great mimosa deal for $3 mimosas. The brisket Benedict was great - Delicious brisket and flavorful potato side. read more

South House - Brisket Benedict - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Absolutely wonderful customer service!!! The ambiance of this place is great. Went here for my book club meeting during lunch I had the catfish sandwich was pretty good. Everyone else enjoyed their meals as well. read more

South House - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

I went to my favorite eatery "South House" at 149 Newark Avenue in downtown Jersey City, Nj on Saturday with my lovely friends and we thoroughly enjoyed the total experience. The brunch meals and drinks were scrumptious and we loved them. The restaurant is clean, expansive and the walls are decorated with exceptional art and photos. The wait staff of friendly server Giuseppe, hostess Gianna, super chef Jose, and a shoutout to manager Michael Cardone for assembling such a great team. read more

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This was a really cute spot with Great ambiance located in downtown Jersey City. They have a very large menu selection and service was decent. They weren't super busy when we arrived, but a lot of staff standing around . I believe it was the manager who was making rounds just to check on customers. We didn't wait too long for our food to come out. My husband ordered the steak with chimichurri sauce. I ordered a wedge salad with slice of pork belly, which was pretty good, but prices were a bit much considering the serving size all in all the food tasted pretty decent. Some items were a tad salty. I also order empanadas which were pretty good. Our waitress wasn't that attentive considering they weren't that busy but I would definitely recommend giving it a try as they do have some pretty tasty menu items. read more

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I was in Jersey City recently with my girlfriend as we walked by this place and I was like damn what a cute place let's grab a drink babe. She agreed. It was pretty much empty and it was only around 10:30 pm. I wonder why? I'd say it's because the bartenders and servers aren't good. Well that's what I saw with my own two eyes at least. We walked in and sat at the bar and there was only three other people sitting there but the bartenders were both at the end of bar on their phones and didn't pay no attention to us even though they both looked at us. I told my girlfriend let's get out of here after about 5 minutes of waiting. I hate places like this that can't even acknowledge you when you walk in let alone let you sit there when the place is empty. So as we were about to get up and leave the bartender finally got off his social media app or whatever he was doing and decided to pay his patrons some attention, but by this time he already lost my business. We did order a couple beers and drank them and headed on our way shortly afterwards. It's a shame too because this place is beautiful and has tons of potential but without the right employees places like this fall faster than a lead boat in the sea. The only reason they get one star is because the place is beautifully done. I do not recommend this place whatsoever. Also, whoever manages this place needs to definitely have a meeting with all of their employees and make sure the next time someone comes in when the place is empty that they welcome them and are not on their cell phones. So gross! Good luck! read more

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No shade, the shrimp and grits used to taste better. I moved away from Jersey in 2022 and just moved back in 2025 and this place used to have a really good shrimp and grits. I feel like there's too much in the grits now. They got pork, shrimp, and mushroom in there... I'm not mad at the mushrooms tho. My bias, i don't eat pork usually. But it's still just too much and not enough grit. Like where are the grits??? It's still good though so let me not drag it. The service was really good. My server was the cutest individual. The Latine guy who was like manager or something noticed i was looking lost so he helped me get seated and get a server going. I also love the ambiance here. It's so Jersey! They're bumping house music. Dada Dee dada dow! Hellooooo!!! But good vibes all around! read more

South House - Shrimp and Shrimp & Grits - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

I liked the place. It is brightly lit with high ceiling. So not noisy. Long bar. The staff is friendly. Had few appetizers while as great. read more

I haven't had this much fun at a restaurant in a while! South House has such an incredible vibe with a welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. The staff was so friendly and our waiter went out of his way to make sure we had a great experience. The music was fantastic, and the live band truly elevated the experience. They were so good, I didn't want the night to end! I had the shrimp and grits, which was excellent. It was perfect cooked and season and while I thought I wasn't hungry, once I stared eating, I couldn't get enough! I love trying new spots, but this is one of those rare gems where I can see myself coming back again and again. If you're looking for great food, amazing music, and a fun, friendly atmosphere, check out South House! Highly recommend! read more

South House - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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Love it here! Mashed potatoes and green beans are elite. Food comes quickly and hot. Have Vinny make you a drink, he's the best. Downstairs has pool and shuffleboard. Bathrooms are so clean. read more

South House - Call me mother - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

I don't get it Food was meh-small portion of dry meat with overly cooked Mac and cheese Staff-strange. Like a free for all- Bartender was good but they really need more than one on- especially with all the over the top drinks they hav to make Manager seemed hands on yet not willing to lift a finger to help- More dictatorship like Music blaring staff dancing and singing in their own world- little care to those around them Are you a club? A bbq? A Nola inspired bistro? What are you?!? Oh- One menu they give you says DAILY happy hour yet bartender says no- Not daily WTH??? read more

Sad to say their days are numbered. I once liked this place but clearly budget cuts and poor staffing has taken over. The quality of the food is truly poor. I had a all American breakfast bc I thought it would be a safe choice given the past couple times I'd been to south house it was terrible but a friend chose this place for a group of us and I'm not one to make us change the place just for me. Anyways, the biscuit is pictured. You can't call that a biscuit. No self respecting chef would serve that and call it a biscuit. The potatoes just weren't good, the only thing I ate was most the eggs (they gave a lot) and the bacon. The best thing on the plate was the tomato. The sausage was raw on the inside and the service team to include the server, chef, and manager all said it was supposed to be that way. If you have ever had pork sausage you know it is never supposed to be pink. Instead of just doing the right thing they decided to treat the customer like they just don't know any better rather than just comping it or remaking it claiming it would come out the exact same way because they use "fresh meat". Lmao I mean really. As if south house is selling me the freshest food I've ever had lmao. You should be aware that just bc someone is having the unfortunate experience of eating at this basic establishment doesn't mean they don't know anything about food. You should have heard what they said about the garlic herb fried that were stale, greasy and didn't taste of garlic or herb. Paid the full bill and left hungry. I think they have turned to auto gratuity for everyone bc well they have to. Service sucks so they get to suck and still get paid. This place is for underdeveloped palates. You can get better food for less. Go somewhere else. SouthHouse, just be a bar. read more

South House - All American breakfast - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

One of the best Caesar salads I've ever had and the grilled chicken was to die for so good. I almost forgot to take a picture lol read more

South House - Salad - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Went for dinner. Cool vibe. The menus are in vinyl record covers. Everything we ordered was really good.

We were walking by and saw this huge restaurant with really nice seating. As the name suggests, this restaurant serves southern cuisine. We started with the fried pickles and jalepeno cheddar corn bread. The fried pickles were good but the batter wasn't crispy, it was completely soggy. It is difficult to get a crispy batter but I've had crispy fried pickles so it's not impossible to do. The dip that came with it was really good and I love pickles so I still enjoyed them. The cornbread was really good. I like how the butter was softened which made it easy to spread on the corn bread. It wasn't spicy or cheesy tasting though. For our mains we got shrimp and grits and a brisket sandwich. The grits were cheesy and tasted good (I've never had grits before so I'm not sure how they're supposed to taste). The shrimp was well cooked and the seasoning was nice. The brisket sandwich was good but overall the sandwich was a little dry even though it had sauce in it. Overall the food was enjoyable but there are minor things that can be fixed to get it up to the 5 star rating. Another reason why I didn't give this restarting 5 stars is because the service was very slow and a lot of the time our waiter was just standing there chatting with other waiters. I am curious to try the brunch and other food because it looked interesting. read more

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I went for brunch and the food was delicious! The drinks were very tasty! They had live music which set the vibe . The decor / ambiance is so cute and quaint. The service was on point as the server made recommendations and made sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend this place! read more

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I've been coming here since I moved to JC for cocktails and the games in the basement! I just tried the food for the first time, recently. The fries were seasoned and delicious. The vegetarian meal options are limited, as usual with most places around. The cocktails are always on point, even if pricey. Good place for an American/southern meal, finger food, and great drinks. I was there on a busy night, and the bar service was pretty decently paced. The games in the basement are a good place to make some friends, or visit with your friends. read more

I try out South House about one a year, in hopes of a better experience but it tends to be a mixed bag. Pluses: - Service is usually fairly quick, though it can range from good to meh. We had a really friendly waiter on our most recent visit. - I've never seen it so crowded that you can't get a table. - Compared to other restaurants in the area, not a bad amount of veg options (nothing if you've vegan though, sorry!) - Outdoor seating is available in warmer months. Neutral to negatives: - Veg food ranges from decent to not great. I do recommend the spicy fried pickles however. I've enjoyed them every time. The veggie burger isn't bad but it does fall apart easily. That being said, THANK YOU South House for still keeping a veggie patty on the menu, and not switching to Beyond or Impossible. That's my biggest pet peeve - those options are made for people who eat or used to eat meat, not for people who are vegetarians. So I'll always appreciate having that option. - Drinks are eh, which is kind of sad. Also the server didn't seem to have much knowledge of them, so maybe some better training on that front. - As mentioned above, service can be hit or miss. I'll see how it goes again in 2025! read more

South House - Burger with a veggie patty and fries, while seated outdoors - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Food was good, service wasn't slow, and location is pretty nice a very short walk from grove st station. They have outdoor sitting, and they allow larger parties to stand by the bar area (pretty nice for after-work stuff for example) Their bbq platter was a bit disappointing, probably because they themselves aren't doing the grilling and it shows. They do have a wide assortment of appetizers that are nice if you want any to order a bunch of stuff for the table and just share. read more

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Burger and fries were amazing. Order their burger for delivery and the quality and flavor is consistent. Looking forward to coming back! read more

South House - First, I love the ambience of the space. It's huge and weekend nights they even have a DJ! - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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Great burgers and sweet potato fries. The chimichuri steak is also awesome. The steak fajitas were a bit on the greasy side. The space has character and I always enjoy the music selection. read more

South House - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

This place was super cute and cozy! I loved how spacious the place was and how you can sit and dine but also they have a bar with really great deals during happy hours (cheap apps & beers!). I came on a date with my boyfriend here and we thought the customer service was really consistent - our waiter helped me order between two entrees I was torn between and it was delicious! One thing is on the bill there is a 3% convenience fee which I felt was a bit unnecessary but other than that I was super satisfied and my tummy was full! read more

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I met with a friend to catch up at South House for brunch and honestly I'm not sure how to feel about it yet. I looked over the menu and reviews a few times before heading over and I was still undecided by the time I sat down. The atmosphere is pretty cool and chill and there's a lot of space which is nice. We ordered guac and chips and Mac and cheese for the table along with cocktails to start (I ordered the Midnight Mojito and she got the apple cider mimosa). The midnight mojito was a bit too bitter for my taste but her drink was great and we ordered rounds of that for the afternoon. The guac was good but the mac was not that great. It was creamy but after a while it started to have a velveeta cheese taste and parts of it were burnt like they put a torch to the top. After finishing that, it took a while for our waiter to come back to take our orders and brunch ends at 3 and at 2:55 we placed our order. I decided to try the Breakfast Chimichanga and while it looked good it was super dry and bland. I dowsed it in hot sauce and it helped a bit. The salad dressing that came with the greens wasn't pleasant. Honestly, the mimosas and guac were a highlight for me. Spent too much money on meh food so not sure if I'm going to give it another try outside of brunch hours or commit to a full dinner. read more

South House - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Nice spot in jersey city. Staff was awesome and the atmosphere is amazing. The food follows suit. Totally a great spot to grab a bite or get to know someone. It's quiet and so much to take in. I'll be back the burger was amazing. I also had the humus jalapeño dip it was great. Enjoy and happy eating. read more

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I love the decor and overall vibe, and I was excited to grab dinner here at some point after passing by when they were serving a limited menu. I'd say...come for the drinks, the atmosphere, and a few apps, but I'm not sure about a full commitment to dinner. We came in recently and enjoyed a few drinks alongside the fried pickles (that aioli is insane) and deviled eggs. Both very good. I was really in the mood for fried chicken and decided to get the sandwich version, but was kinda disappointed to get two thin fried chicken cutlets that were kinda dry. I was imagining a gigantic juicy fried chicken breast but this was more of something I could get....well, almost any deli. Fries were tasty but lukewarm, though we did save the aioli from the fried pickles and the fries ended up as a fantastic aioli vessel. We also had the smoked pulled chicken sandwich, which was pretty good once we added more sauce to it. Good food, not mind blowing. I'm sure I'll come back--the bar is awesome--but with reset expectations about the rest of the menu. read more

South House - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Service was terrible. We werent given enough plates or cutlery. Staff was also rude and slow to respond to requests. We were also a part of 4, but bill said party of 6 only so they could charge us 20% service charge. Would not recommend it! read more

South House - Bill with incorrect number of people. - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

By far my favorite restaurant in the area. Always a fantastic time when I come here and the service is so solid - especially by Keila whose been my server the past few Saturday's that I've come for dinner. Now for the review! Reservations: I've come at various different times and it didn't seem like reservations were needed. They have two main seating areas for food and some high tops near the bar. Ambiance: Very trendy. Mixed crowd of people come to get food and drinks. DJ sets up and runs a set Saturday nights and the playlist is always very dope. Top 20's & Hip Hop mostly. There's also a downstairs bar which opens when it gets busy upstairs. Seems more casual down there. Sort of dive bar like. Service: Kelia is the best! So personable, friendly and memorizes the orders. She's efficient and consistent. Probably top 2 servers I've had the pleasure to meet (& she's not #2!) Food: I've gotten a number of things from South House since they reopened a few months back. This most recent trip was the chili wings and ribs. My brother got the steak and all were good. Both mains come with fries which are the perfect balance of crispy and tasty. The wings were the perfect size and nice & sweet. Overall, one of my favorite places to come for dinner & drinks. I will def be back! read more

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Came here to catch up with some friends. Food wasn't bad and the beer list was great. I loved the fried pickles and we all got shrimp tacos which were good. Downstairs there's another bar and a few games including foosball, pool, and shuffleboard. Great place to go to get good food and have a good time hanging out and playing games together after. read more

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Got the shrimp and grits, flavor was really good but a bit too oily for me so it was hard to finish. read more

South House - Shrimp and cheesy grits - Southern Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey