I'm very confused by the reviews and the high praise motivated me to make my way 25 minutes to try…read moreFork Hill for brunch with my friend. It wasn't busy on a Saturday afternoon so we were seated quickly. We made a reservation just in case. We started with drinks and I got the Summer Spritz and she got the Lychee Martini. Neither of us liked the drinks. It was not drinkable. It tasted like straight up liquor. I asked for a new drink and my friend felt bad so she kept hers. The staff were very nice and accommodating I will say. Unfortunately I received my mimosa and noticed dirty marks on the rim of the cup. Not sure if it was from the rag but I had to ask for a new one. I hate to be that person but it freaked me out! For food we ordered the chicken and waffles, and french toast and sausage. The food wasn't the worst but not worth the money in my opinion. Sausage was overly salty and french toast was soggy. Flavor was there though. I really wish I liked it because I love a local(ish) spot and the space was super cute and rustic but it missed the mark for me.

Cute, cozy spot in NJ! We ordered the shrimp and grits plus steak and eggs and devoured everything,…read moreincluding the crumbs. It was crowded when we arrived on a Sunday, while a snowstorm was going on, which says a lot about this place! I'd definitely stop by again for more affordable and delicious grub.

This café is absolutely adorable. The decoration is impeccable. The staff is super friendly. The…read moreambience is relaxed. The music is to a perfect volume. The owner was exceptionally friendly. He was willing to answer any questions and even went over the process of actual Turkish coffee. I had the shaken espresso, which was perfect, and I paired it with a little Turkish Kanafa sweet treat that balances the coffee I would give this place 10/10

Took my mom and brother who were visiting for breakfast everything was delicious and staff was…read morefriendly !! Will be back.

LOVED this spot! The food was amazing as was the service. Their homemade hot sauce is NOT to be…read moremissed. Parking was a little dicey, but that's not unique to the area. Small but cozy, however outdoor seating is available. Very clean and comfortable. Total local gem! We'll be back

I love this place so much! We were staying next door at an Airbnb and we went everyday here for a…read moreweek. The food and coffee is affordable and delicious. I love their ice Carmel latte. The employees are so sweet and pleasant. I highly recommend stopping here for some coffee or brunch! The last day I got fettuccine so yummy I wish I could try other food items cause it all looked so good.

Stay away This is the second time i Placed an order for…read morepickup only for them to have no clue what i was talking about when i got there . Drove in traffic for about half hour ,from Hoboken. Arrived and they never even started my order. Still gave them ten mins For nothing They didn't even tell me what was going on. Ended up getting better food elsewhere That place changed for the worst The managers /owners with a bunch of overwhelming perfumes at the table in front of the tv ... Worried about how they look instead of customers not being attended to. I'll never go back.

I've been coming to coach house for over 10 years and I have to say I was extremely surprised of…read morethe new renovations. It is completely stunning love what they did to the place and the decorations are beautiful, but the food was even more amazing. I had the Chilean Seabass just delicious and my date had the Bronzino just as delicious. I will definitely be coming back sorry I forgot to take pictures of the food but of course I took a picture of my drink lol It was also pretty good the coach fashioned! The host was super nice, friendly and very professional. I was there on a Wednesday evening.

Our dinner and overall experience at Anthony David's was stellar!…read more We started with the Heirloom Baby Beets, which were served with citrus, pistachios, and a creme fraiche. It was a light, summery appetizer in which the earthiness of the beets was offset beautifully by the bright citrus notes. For the entrees, we got the Truffle Carbonara, Pistachio-Crusted Branzino, and the Hanger Steak. All were exceptionally good! My steak was cooked perfectly to medium-rare, was well-seasoned, and was taken up an extra notch by the delicious peppercorn sauce. The branzino was also a big hit with both people who ordered it. They praised the dish at length, and one person kept going back for more bites even after announcing she was stuffed! Our server was vivacious and happily chatted with us about the many menu options, giving us tips about the most popular dishes not just among customers, but the staff as well. She was great! I encourage you to treat yourself to dinner here. It was a lovely meal!

Ordered: Cappuccino (~$5)…read moreSteak & Eggs (~$27): hanger steak & two eggs any style with brunch potatoes and sourdough toast French Toast (~$19): thickly sliced challah bread, nutmeg, vanilla, and coconut butter Aya's take: Anthony David's is a super charming, local spot offering both brunch & dinner. I definitely recommend having a reservation as they were pretty busy on a Sunday morning. The Cappuccino was well-made, soothing, and gave me a much-needed caffeine kick. We got one sweet & one savory dish because that's the best way to brunch! The Steak & Eggs was surprisingly good! The hanger steak was juicy, tender, and well-seasoned. I had asked for the eggs to be soft scrambled and I felt like they were a touch overcooked but still enjoyable and paired well with the steak. The brunch potatoes could've been way crispier but I did enjoy the peppers & onions mixed it. The French Toast was fantastic. The coconut butter was a nice addition and it was the right sweetness level overall. Good try for brunch!

Food was really good was happy with the services everything come out timely and was delicious…read morereally appreciate the hospitality here

Great food at this sweet little cafe in the McGinley Square neighborhood…read more Nice to find this spot located near the Beacon - breakfast options were delicious and prepared with love & care My son had the breakfast sandwich and it was good size for a 12 year old - good value too! The sausage gravy and biscuits that I ordered was also very good. The bagel with lox was another good option for our table. Altogether the service was great and we didn't have long to wait before food was in front of us - definitely up for returning for a meal on our next trip to Jersey City!

Fun and popular local neighborhood spot in Jersey City. Though parking is a bit of a pain in the…read morearea the food and warm, welcoming atmosphere make it worth the hassle. While the inside of the restaurant isn't large (note they have a larger back patio area as well) it's cozy and parties of two may share a larger, communal table which can be a nice way to make friends should you choose. As others have noted it's a BYOB place with a convenient local wine-shop just a minute or two nearby. The menu changes regularly though we got many of the classics that have stayed on the menu (only missing the Angry Chicken which we'll get next time). The pastas were delicious though I wish the rigatoni was a bit saucier and really enjoyed the ravioli which had a lighter, mid-summer flavor with some pine-nuts for extra texture. The ricotta bread and honey was tasty though a large portion for two people and we felt that the standout was the halibut. My only complaint is the 3% mandatory card-processing fee (which at least is prominently displayed). Please also note that this restaurant calculates tips based on the total, not pre-tax amount and the waiter tends to hover while you swipe your card which can feel a bit overbearing.

Stopped by for dinner. Ordered the ricotta and honey toast plus the smoked mortadella to start. The…read moretoast was delicous. The ricotta cheese was really good. Paired with the honey and peppercorn were *chefs kiss*. Just a perfect shareable app. The mortadella was also good but smaller than I anticipated. I'd maybe pass on this next time. Honestly this would have paired perfectly with the toast but it was brought out after the toast was finished. We ordered two pastas: the rigatoni and the malfadine. Both were great and cooked perfectly. The quality of ingredients were a standout in both of the dishes. Pork pampanella was the most tender pork I've ever had. Basically melted in your mouth. Very fatty and heavy (a little too heavy...) but delicious. 4.5/5 overall. Some of the dishes were missing a little something to take it all the way but I'd still recommend this spot tho. Also it's BYOB!

Classic neighborhood spot. We went on a Sunday around noon as a party of three without reservation,…read moreput our name on the waiting list, and were seated in about 20-25 min, which wasn't bad at all. The service was friendly and attentive throughout our meal. We started with the French onion soup, although it arrived at the same time as our entrees instead of beforehand. Even so, it ended up being my favorite dish of the meal. Rich and flavorful. For my entree, I ordered the steak and eggs. It was decent, but the quality of the steak wasn't quite what I expected. My mom had the chicken salad, which she said was satisfying, and my husband ordered the eggs, ham, toast and French fries, a solid classic breakfast that he enjoyed. We also had a side of bacon that were tasty and crunchy just I liked them. Overall, Elysian Cafe had a cozy neighborhood atmosphere and good service that makes it a pleasant place to spend a.weekend brunch. That said, I found some of the food to be underwhelming. If you're looking for a charming local bistro, it's worth a visit, but if your main priority is exceptional food, there are stronger brunch options in Hoboken .

We went here for a special event with a tasting menu and wine pairing and had so much fun…read more The vibes of the place are great and there is a combination of modern pub with some classic design elements and molding on the walls and ceiling. The menu we had was specific to the tasting even but all made by the same everyday chef. The first course was white asparagus with a hollandaise sauce and that was so tender and delicious but light enough that I wasn't full at all. The second course was halibut with risotto and crab and there was so much meatiness. It was my favorite place and the flavors went so well together. Next was grilled oysters and I've never liked oysters but these were amazing! The bacon and breadcrumbs that had a slight lemon flavor went so well with the oysters. Next was lamb loin with stewed white beans and carrots. The lamb was medium rare, I could have skipped the beans but that's me. Dessert was a strawberry Terrine which was full of fresh and authentic strawberry flavor. I would come back and try their normal menu and also do a tasting again as it was delicious and reasonably priced.

Stopped by Alessio's for lunch and has a pleasant experience! There were several ladies there ready…read moreto take the next person's order - love the efficiency! Ordered the vesuvio sandwich, a chocolate eclair (didn't know it was chocolate inside until I bit into it), and a rice ball. The sandwich was so delicious and freshly made, would order it, again. The eclair was tasty overall but the pâte à choux was dry and kind of tasted a day or two old. The rice ball was tasty but I don't love the peas inside so I would not order this again. I love the terrace part of this location, you can still near Sun or shade - there were plenty of tables and seats on a busy weekend although tables were not clean regularly (think a park picnic table - ya get what ya get).

We came to Terrace by Alessio's for our last breakfast in Hoboken before we went to Newark to fly…read moreback to SFO. I love that this restaurant was only a 7-minute walk from our Airbnb on Grand Street, and it's located inside a cute park! The menu is very sandwich-focused, though they also have coffee, pastries, breakfast platters, and wraps. I ordered the egg white and turkey sandwich + a plain ham and egg sandwich to-go for my flight. Both tasted great! The sandwiches themselves are very filling and don't skimp out on any ingredients. My boyfriend ordered The Hoboken Girl, which seems like Terrace by Alessio's signature breakfast sandwich. He said his sando was also very good, and it lasted him all the way until dinner (it was THAT filling!) Too bad we didn't have much time after breakfast here to enjoy the park a little more. In the future, I would happily come back again.

Review is due for Barbes. We have been going to Barbes for a while now and we loved everything…read moreabout it. The service, food, and the ambience, everyone made us feel so welcomed every time. Live music was definitely a plus for us. We will continue going for our date nights at Barbes.

Came here for a special anniversary dinner. Ryan was our server and he was the man. One of the best…read moreservers I've had in recent months. He's incredibly friendly. He shook my hand. He really took care of us. He goes above and beyond and gives great effort. We got the French onion soup to start. Super good. Lovely cheese baked over all the top of the bowl. The flavor is crazy. The broth is amazing. I loved every bite of that. Then we got the pastilla and tajine d'agneau. The pastilla is delectable. A must. It's some of the wildest flavor combinations I've ever experienced. You're eating shredded chicken mixed with cinnamon and white powdered sugar. All within phyllo dough. The tajine is fun to try, but it was just OK. It's kind of like a lamb stew. I will give kudos to a very soft and not too chewy Lamb. The prunes and apricots are such a unique flavor duo with these. Couscous is fun. This meal was a 4 for me but everything else, divine. The music was fun. They a live guitarist and sax player serenaded us. Dim lighting. Such a prime location. Lovely to walk through this neighborhood after you're stuffed.