Review for the brunch. Got the biscuits and gravy, the breakfast burrito, the French onion mac and cheese, and the fish tacos. Biscuits and gravy - the biscuits were overdone and hard to cut and chew through. The gravy was ok. I personally would've preferred a little more sweetness. Breakfast burrito - was really missing protein. It really needed sausage or something. Egg, rice and beans doesn't really cut it. Mac and cheese - decadent, tasty. Star of the show. Fish tacos - simple but good. A little too much spicy mayo. I like that they still have ample heated outdoor dining that isn't in personal igloos. Price point was on the high side. read more

Came for a casual Sunday brunch and it was so cute and cozy! The biscuits and gravy were a little too salty for my taste. The breakfast burrito lacked flavor without the salsa verde. The Nutella pancakes and croissant French toast were both delicious! read more

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I've been to the Kitchen Step a few times and every single time has been a wonderful experience. It was actually the first place I ate out again after I was vaccinated and it will forever hold a place in my heart for the consideration they put into their set up at that time. They had individual outside dining set ups with doors, heat lamps, and chandeliers. That kind of attention to detail really made the experience so much better. Every employee I have met from the wait staff to the hosts to the managers have been so warm, kind, friendly, and helpful. They all elevate the meal because of how wonderful they are. The food and drinks are obviously outstanding. Two favorites of mine are the biscuits & gravy and the RD burger. They are both full of flavor and delicious. I have a hard time ordering anything else because I just want to order one of those every single time. The crispy zucchini fries are so good that they never last that long on the table because everyone eats them immediately. I've also had a few of their salads and toasts which were all fantastic. You can't go wrong with anything you order. They also have a stable of great drinks but also seasonal ones that are amazing. I had the ecto cooler around Halloween that was bright green with a stay puft marshmallow rim that was so tasty and people around me kept asking what it was and ordering their own. I highly recommend stopping by, you absolutely won't regret it! read more

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Was ok. One of the better brunch places around. Can be a bit overpriced. Service has been good

The Nashville chicken sandwich was filled with meat glue, it was literally inedible. I wish I took a picture before tossing it, I could not believe it. I had a drink and the zucchini fries while eating in and those were good so I thought I was in for a treat with the sandwich but my god that was so bad. It scarred me from ever going back read more

Stopped in at the bar on a Monday night with my wife and we were the only ones there. The kitchen help were sitting around and looked bored as did the bartender. The space was beautiful and cozy. My wife, an interior designer loved the look and immediately followed them on Instagram. We were wondering if there were any happy hour specials and asked the bartender as it wasn't advertised anywhere and indeed there was. $5 wines and draft beer which included a delicious cider which I tried and my wife selected a bourbon based cocktail created with ginger, carrot juice ($14) and some other ingredients I can't recall. It was delicious. The bartender gave us some history of the building and the restaurant and we learned from their website that he was a former pasty chef at Michelin 3-star rated restaurant is Chicago (impressive!). He also told us that on Friday the chef goes to the Union Square Market in NYC, chooses fresh ingredients and invents a unique vegetarian seasonal menu by 3PM that day. Based on the atmosphere, cocktails, and the menu I'm giving them 4 stars which I'm anticipating will be upgraded to 5 when we go back for dinner. read more

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My most recent visit to The Kitchen Step really wowed me. The last time I came in for dinner wasn't long after they had opened. Since then I feel like the menu has really evolved. I'm definitely looking forward to returning more frequently, and especially want to try out brunch since I've only been in for dinner. Happy hour is til 6 (I think) and you can take full advantage of that if you are seated at a table. A lot of spots only offer happy hour at the bar, and I always love when there is the option to enjoy while seated. The complimentary bread and butter is to die for... the butter is herby and truffley and topped with sea salt. Don't fill up on that though! You'll surely want to leave room for more. Two of us shared two small plates and one entree and that was more than enough food. Portions are generous. The kale Cesar salad was divvied up into two cute portions. I'm a really big fan of sharing and having the portion split into two. The salad was topped with candied nuts and aged gouda cheese which was oh so good. The octopus was so fresh and tender and had lots of smashed potatoes and tangy aioli and a tropical slaw. The duck gnocchi was super hearty and topped with lots of delicious braised duck, mushrooms and fresh parm. All in all this was a very enjoyable meal. I'll definitely be back again soon. read more

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Let's start this review with one word, Joe. We had an awesome experience because of his service: He is as an awesome, patient and friendly waiter who waited for our larger party to be seated and gather our orders for dinner. The food was amazing. I had the kale Ceasar salad with grilled chicken and it was amazing! Other people in the party got burgers, pork chop and gnocchi. Everyone was satisfied. The outdoor dining has a calming backyard ambiance and was comfortable to sit. I will say that one portion of the floor is unleveled so that should be fixed. read more

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Was walking my dog. Decided to check it out. Happy Hour cocktails. Then. Wings. Mac and cheese and bread. Not a diet menu. The small plates are generous. The French mac and cheese divine. Too much to eat. I'm taking it home. I recommend the Dont be salty cocktail. Outdoor seating divine. Great atmosphere Very good service! Vegan options and treats for my dog. Five stars no six because they charged my phone! read more

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Our waiter Hussein was very nice and did a great job. The burger was cooked to a perfect medium-rare temperature. It was delicious. The Cuban was very good. Not authentic, but a great twist and great flavor. I would return. And I would have the burger again. read more

I went here for the first time and the service is so warm and inviting. Our waiter was attentive, fun and gave us a seat right by the window which was perfect. The place inside is very homey and romantic. I recommend coming here for a date or just a nice dinner and drinks. The food was delicious and I had a great time. I had the monkfish but did not get a photo but it was very light and good. They drinks were also great overall I would come back here again! read more

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I was really impressed by the selection and quality of food items here. I only got starters and drinks, but the entrees looked pretty good as well. Would definitely be interested in coming back and trying more! read more

Went here for brunch After looking at reviews we expected a lot from this place. This is a very tiny place. It seems to cater more for lunch with drinks/evening drinks than a brunch place. Here's the breakdown of everything we had Great coffee The squash salads weren't great, the pancakes were good, the mushroom toast was very good, avocado toast was good , Waffle and chicken was ok The service was very bad - we won't be visiting here again - the waiters were least interested and one waitress made us feel very unwelcome here. She was not at all interested to serve us. This is not a kid friendly place -we were with kids and she didn't seem to appreciate the fact that we had to attend to the young kids. Too expensive a place for quality of food and level of service. Could save your money and probably try bunch of other places around JC with far better food and service . read more

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I stopped by this establishment due to being in the area. The Ambiance was very pleasant. The service from the staff was excellent. The food was excellent as well. read more

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My best friend and I love this place. Food is amazing and so is the service! We typically go with the french toast as an app (yes - french toast is an appetizer!) then the truffle eggs Benedict for our main. Drinks are always wonderful. This time around I bad something w/passionfruit and tequila and their espresso martini! Both were sooo good! read more

The Kitchen Step - eggs benedict - Desserts Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Their french toast is some of the best I've had. I'm still thinking about it now, so yummy. Their biscuits and gravy have a good sweetness to them. Their Mac and cheese was very different with the extra onions they put in them, it was a nice change of pace from traditional Mac and cheese. They make very good cocktails as well. They are often super busy so service isn't always fast, but the staff is extremely nice. They have a great location in the neighborhood. The background music was a great addition to the ambiance. Definitely recommend them for lunch. Their dinner is also good, a little pricey, but to be expected. read more

Kudos to the staff and the chef at Kitchen Step. This was our first night out in a long time with our "pod" friends to celebrate a birthday. Glad we found a place that had these cool private greenhouses outside of the restaurant, very similar to the igloos people see online at other establishments. When we arrived, our greens house was ready and clean. We have a two hour limit in the greenhouse which was perfect enough to enjoy some drinks, eat and not feel rushed to leave. The restaurant has countless menus which is great. They offered blankets on each seat in case you get cold but we actually got super hot and needed to turn off the heater for a few minutes and open the door. Our waitress was really patient with us and super nice. She also gave us different options for drinks that was not on the menu for instance, they have a polar plunge drink that was vodka, lime, Brut and menthol. I'm not a fan of menthol so she informed the mixologist that I would like something with citrus and vodka. The drink that I had was spectacular. It was bubbly and had a hint of citrus to it. My guy was a bit disappointed because the Ghosthawk beer IPA got taped out but he said the food made up for it. We ordered a bunch of apps, the broiled oysters had a spice to it which gave them a kick, the Tuscan wings had a taste of citrus and spice, the Mac/cheese was delicious with bacon and mushrooms I believe, and the ricotta cheese was a party in your mouth. The shrimp and grits I ordered had the best portion of grits and shrimp, some places I've visited, would only give like 3 large shrimp and a big bowl of grits but they were very kind in portioning the grits to the shrimp. My guy and friend loved the burger. Cooked to perfection and our friend said the biscuits to his rib dish tasted like they just came out the oven. Everything was super hot when it came out. The waitress heard it was one of the guys birthdays so she gave us all a glass of champagne on the house to celebrate. We ordered the ricotta doughnuts with strawberry and Nutella dip. I forgot to snap a photo cause we dove right in. Overall it was a great experience and I will def be back for brunch. I hope they are able to keep the greenhouses after the pandemic. read more

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Highly recommend this restaurant! I came here for restaurant week so we did the special 3 course meal. This was quite a lot of food! The drinks are also amazing. Although the one I had was a bit odd since it contained a saline foam that was a bit too salty for my taste. The drinks have great names, like Bourbon is cheaper than therapy For my starter I had the duck wings which came with some noodles and an egg. I really liked the wings which were juicy and crisp. For my main course I went with the salmon entree which came with some veggies. This was delicious and perfectly cooked! Then for dessert...I went with the chocolate cake of course and it came with a scoop of ice cream. This was decadent! I hope to come back here to try brunch one day since the reviews sound great. The service was very friendly and on point. read more

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I came here for my friend's Birthday. The breakfast and the drinks were so delicious. I requested a breakfast burrito without the wrap since I can not eat gluten and they made me a wonderful deconstructed burrito plate with hot sauce. It was so delicious!! I would totally go back for the same. The portion was large too. Highly recommend this wonderful neighborhood restaurant. read more

Service 3/5: Our waiter was ok, however the gentlemen that kept refilling our water were awesome & attentive. Drinks 0/5: we each got one of their craft cocktails. My partner got the prince of provence & I got the mildred. Both were too syrupy. The Mildred was so sweet, that I had to dilute it with seltzer water to finish it. My partner didn't even bother trying to finish his drink. Mind you the drinks are expensive, around $18 which is reminiscent of NYC however we were in NJ. We should've stuck to wine. Food Starter 3/5: We initially ordered the crispy Brussels sprouts however we were told about 20 min after placing the order, that the frier was being serviced (changing the oil) & that we had to choose an alternative. The waiter suggested the burrata. The burrata arrived on a bed of orange beets & some leafy green. The beets & salad it sat on were great. The burrata itself needed some salt & pepper. It was pretty tasteless. I also had to ask for some bread to eat my burrata. Entree 2/5: I ordered the ricotta gnocchi which was average. It wasn't creamy in the least bit (ricotta) as expected. For me it was too acidic. Some ppl though might not mind that. My partner had the buttermilk baked chicken. I tried & the chicken it was under seasoned. No flavor. I did like that the skin was still on the breast. The mash potatoes were a bit watery as well. The gravy the chicken was sitting in the was delicious tasty. Ambiance 5/5: We sat in one of their outdoor bungalows. It was intimate, & we enjoyed that. All in all we will not be returning & I would not recommend. read more

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Had an amazing time at Kitchen Step - they have beautiful greenhouses to accommodate for outdoor seating in the wintertime. Each greenhouse has a heater and blankets so you are comfortable during your meal; and a button so you can alert the waiter when you need help. Food was amazing! We ordered the Mac and cheese for starter - super indulgent, tasty, lots of bacon and mushrooms. For entrees, we ordered the short rib grilled cheese and the ricotta gnocchi. WOW. The grilled cheese is smothered with butter, and the chips accompanied with it are amazing and crunchy. The gnocchi, like another reviewer said - little pillows of heaven! Dessert, we ordered the bread pudding and the flourless chocolate cake. Both were well-done and flavorful. Must have for both! Finally, you must come for the service. While we were waiting for our table, the staff set up a fire outside so we'd stay warm. Everyone that we came across was amazing and accommodating. Definitely recommend coming here for a date night, it's private, secluded and romantic! read more

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Lovely set up. Lovely crew and it's beautifully done the little houses. The food was dead on. I will be back and highly recommend it. read more

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My first experience here was for brunch in the summer. The outside set up was so cute, but it's even better in the winter. I recently stopped in for dessert and after dinner drinks with friends and was so surprised to see the greenhouses and multiple fire pits. It was actually all filled so we sat inside. The indoor ambiance is so lovely. It's a little Alice and Wonderland feeling. Tables are socially distance and all COVID protocols are being followed. The dessert menu is stellar. We couldn't decide so we each tried something - the bread pudding, chocolate cake and zeppoles. All three were incredible and have an assortment balanced them out! The bread pudding is creamy and fruity while the chocolate cake and zeppoles added the chocolate touch. We will be keeping this spot on our radar. read more

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Food was okay. Service was okay-ish. They allowed dogs in the room. Not even service dogs, just random pets. It's unsanitary, weird, and nasty. and ILLEGAL read more

I ordered the Halibut. It was beautifully presented and the Halibut was displayed on top of a bed of veggies. There was a cauliflower purée, but I couldn't enjoy it as I had hoped, as the prosciutto broth quickly submerged it. However, the dish was light, the veggies were perfectly cooked with a slight crunch to them, and the dish was full of flavor. I ate every morsel. The restaurant ambiance was nice and our server, Joseph, was attentive and professional. I look forward to returning. The wings were also good and they had a kick. read more

The Kitchen Step - Exterior Alfresco Dining - Desserts Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

We happened to come here because the original place we wanted to go to were not taking anymore people- so we yelped and found this place a few blocks away. Parking in this area is hard. If you do find street parking - u have 2 hr parking limits unless you own a permit There is an outdoor patio - where we opted to sit since it was a beautiful evening . A lil disappointed with out particular table because where it was situated was dark . My friend hated the chairs lol. I was ok with it except no place to put your purse except the floor or the table ( which was small) Inside the restaurant - small but lovely. Maybe next time - I'll sit inside. I loved the vibe inside . Small bar inside . Two unisex bathrooms. Menu is small. Took my chance on picking out a cocktail plus our waitress was super nice and helpful. I needed up going with the "Ring of Fire"... super cool presentation ( see video) and it tasted pretty good. My friend had the " my colors are blush and bashful" and she said it was ok. My friend ordered the truffled Mac and cheese - which I sampled and it was good. She also had the RD burger and she said the same. I had two small plates - the Bibb Lettuce Salad and the Florida day boat shrimp tacos. Although good . I found the prices to be a little more expensive than I would have thought. We passed on dessert. I would come back here again to give it another try read more

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Food was delicious! Filling portions and nicely plated. The Eggs Benedict with the Truffle Hollandaise is crazy good! They were also offering a special for brunch, Fried Chicken and waffles. My friend selected that as her entree after seeing other people's plates and it was delicious. The mimosas were perfection, with fresh orange juice and the perfect ratio of juice and bubbles. The staff is very friendly and ensures that your every need is met with a smile. I'm also a sucker for cute and homey feeling restaurants and I love the little details like artwork on the ceiling, vintage looking wallpaper + tile. read more

First time at The Kitchen Step this Sunday. Given the COVID circumstances we are under, we had a lovely time. It was a very hot day to be outdoors, but the staff was very accommodating to our request to wait for a table in the shade. Before we were seated, we watched the staff dutifully sanitize the table and chairs in preparation for us. After being seating, we were quickly greeted by our server, who was lovely and pleasant despite having to hustle around in a mask in the blaring sun. We started off with frozen cocktails, a perfect way to keep cool. Then we ordered the fried zucchini to start. I'm typically used to the zucchini being cut into small sticks for this, but theirs were like fried zoodles. It was certainly a generous portion, but not something I think I would order again. Next, I ordered the crispy fish tacos and the kale Caesar salad - both of which were absolutely delicious and fresh tasting. The kale Caesar was perfectly shredded and had a great crunch with the nuts. And the crispy fish tacos had an amazing chipotle aioli topping, and with a squeeze of lime was so bright tasting. I'm looking forward to returning and trying more of the menu! read more

The Kitchen Step - crispy fish tacos - Desserts Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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General: We've gone to Kitchen Step a few times for dinner, and we remember it fondly. This time, we decided to try brunch! Lots of menu options for those who like sweet and savory. Outdoor seating is shaded for most of the brunch time slot - perfect for summer! Highly recommend for catching up with friends, brunch with the parents, or any meal. They also brought over a water bowl for our dog! Here is what we tried from the brunch menu: ricotta toast - great mix of flavors with the dehydrated black olive oil, fresh tomatoes, and cheese. Great to split! breakfast burrito (added bacon) - Pretty standard breakfast burrito, but it was good and held together. Side salad was a nice addition. Only complaint was that they charged $5 to add bacon and it was probably two slices. croissant French toast - you need to get this! Perfect ratio of croissant to marmalade to mascarpone. Unique and not too sweet. My husband who hates sweets couldn't stop raving about it! read more

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Our waiters want the best but the host was very pleasant and helpful throughout. Lovely decor and a nice calm vibe for brunch. The food was cooked well and tasted good but lacked a little seasoning at times read more

Must order tge zucchini fries. Best I've ever had. We ordered the cheese board as well for apps. The burger was delicious. My husband ordered the hanger steak with potatoes and a chickpea type loaf. Very Good. My brother in law ordered the mussels with frits. Spicy and good. For dessert we had the shortcake. Would definitely come back. Food, drinks and service were great. read more

This cozy eatery is branded as a "neighborhood bistro," but come dinner time, The Kitchen Step has the feel of a sophisticated cocktail bar. We had reservations for 7:30pm on a Friday night and arrived on the early side, but were seated promptly. The waitstaff were all super pleasant and helpful with ordering. The owner, Joe, even came around a couple times during our meal--great guy! Not only were the ambiance and service top-notch, the food and cocktails were also unbelievable. I think we tried about 3/4 of the cocktail list during the course of our dinner, and not a single one was bad. For starters, we had the eggplant & manchego empanadas and the short rib poutine. The empanadas were little pockets of yummy gooey-ness and definitely worth a try if you are a fan of eggplant. And the short rib poutine was so flavorful, I would've licked the gravy at the bottom of the dish if it were in any way socially acceptable. My only complaint was that the poutine was served in a cast iron mini loaf pan, which trapped the heat and made the fries mushy. Still delicious, though. For entrees, we had the salmon special and the pomegranate-chili glazed pork chop. The salmon was good, but the pork chop was AMAZING. And this is coming from a person who generally feels pretty meh about pork chops. The portion is HUGE, but somehow, it's still incredibly juicy and flavorful throughout. And it comes with a side of spaetzle and broccolini, both of which were also incredibly delicious on their own. And finally, for dessert, we had the ricotta zeppoles with nutella ganache. Fried. Clouds. read more

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First and last time there. They ran out of several menu items, including oysters, by 6:30pm. Two glasses of wine took 30 minutes to arrive. By this point I was so disappointed that the rest of the evening was ruined. read more

I so appreciate places that still offer outdoor dining in the winter. This restaurant has outdoor heating and is well decorated so you don't feel like you are missing out in the experience. The food is also excellent. I've already gone back a couple of times and was able to try a butternut squash soup that was a daily special, their burger, Cuban sandwich, Mac and cheese, wings, and monkfish. Nothing disappointed. I see myself going back soon. And special shout-out to Hussein our waiter. He's been our server every time we've gone. He's attentive, helpful and added to our overall dining experience. read more

Perfect cute spot for brunch or date night. The food and service was great, and the staff were very friendly. Interesting mix of cocktails too. read more

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I wanted to hold off on celebrating my recent graduation until outdoor dining in Jersey City began. The first restaurant that came to mind? Kitchen Step, of course. Our first visit here months ago set a high standard and I didn't expect to be wowed again, but they did not disappoint! I just *had* to update my review with pictures of the amazing food. Their seasonal drinks were just as good as they were creative with the names. I had the "Blame it on Baskin" (basically a screwdriver with a twist) while my boyfriend tried the "W.H.O You Gonna Call" to mix things up from his usual summer gin and tonic drink. We started off with the mac and cheese which was delicious, but what I was really excited to have again was their buttermilk chicken. My boyfriend decided to order it too to see what the hype was about. After his first couple bites, he kept nodding his head with approval and ended up finishing the entire dish. The chicken breast they served was huge and perfectly cooked, as expected. It was still just as good as leftovers when heated up the next day. Everything about the experience was great given the circumstances. Our server was very polite, attentive, and even offered wipes to wipe down our credit card after paying. I'm so pleased that our experience was still just as good as the first time and that Kitchen Step is doing the best they can to be safe with their employees and customers. read more

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WOW - Great location, great food, friendly staff. The little cabins are very cool and the got cleaned after every customer. Staff was wearing masks all the time. We got there a little bit late caused by an accident but were very lucky at our arrival because we got a parking spot right next to the restaurant. We called the restaurant in advance to see how the situation is looking for us and everything worked out. The food was super delicious, great taste and nothing ordinary at all. Thanks for this positive experience. read more

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We were there for brunch yesterday for our friends birthday. She had never been before and I've always had a good experience in the past. The food was phenomenal. However, our server was awful, neglectful, and needed some serious training. It took her almost 15 minutes just to greet us with water, mind you, it was not very busy. Once she took our food and drink order she never came back. The drink I ordered was on the bitter side, and I wanted to try something else. I waited until everyone's meal was almost finished before having to get up and find her myself. I finally got a new drink and all was well, but again she never came back, not to see how the food was, not to ask if we needed anything, just never came back. We were ready for a second round and we were waving trying to get her attention from across the room. It's not a large space, she looked in our direction and almost seemed as if she was too busy in conversation to come over. She FINALLY came over and took our order for a second round. This experience was by far the worst I've had at any restaurant, the food was the true hero, but the service was an embarrassment, especially since it was a dear friends birthday celebration. read more

I came to Kitchen Step to enjoy a nice dinner with friends. They have outdoor seating so given the gorgeous weather it seemed like a good option. Kitchen Step changes their menu seasonally so there is nice variety and the food is super fresh. The restaurant itself is small but chic. We made reservations and were quickly seated outside. We started with a few cocktails which were really good. Some of them were creatively other tables ordered were really creative and came out with sparklers. We split an order of the Korean style angry wings and Mac n cheese. Both were really good! The Mac n cheese came with bacon and wild mushrooms and was super tasty. I ordered the PEI mussels for my entree and was in heaven. The thick white wine sauce and garlic aioli was delicious and having the frites on top to dip in the sauce was clutch! I highly recommend trying it! My friends got the hanger steak and were also happy with their meals. The food was good but I'm giving it four stars because the service was okay. Our first server wasn't friendly and then they switched and the new server never checked in or offered new cocktails. That being said, Kitchen Step is a cute restaurant in JC and is worth checking out. read more

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Now that I've been to Kitchen Step on repeat for brunch and dinner, I'm updating with my HIT list from this spot - 1) Zucchini Fries - I did not know a vegetable could taste so good 2) Fish Tacos - elevated, tasty, and a good substitute for an entree if you feel like eating light read more

The Kitchen Step - Fish tacos. Order them. - Desserts Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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