Very, very good. I'm usually skeptical about 4.9 ratings and "Yubis held up." Best Italian food in Jersey City? See for yourself. We split a Caesar salad--excellent! The dressing was just thick enough to coat the lettuce, and the greens were fresh and crisp. For mains, we had the lasagna and frutti di mare in white sauce. Both were excellent: perfectly cooked pasta with rich, flavorful sauces. Service was outstanding, with a full reset and table wipe between courses. BYOB for the full effect. read more

Went on a Wednesday night with a large group. They were very accommodating in getting us seated and the staff was friendly throughout, which I appreciated. That said, the service overall fell short. We waited about 90 minutes for our entrées, which felt excessive, especially for pasta dishes. I ordered the marinara with grilled chicken and a side of broccoli rabe. The food was good, but it felt overpriced for what it was. Overall, a mixed experience. Great hospitality, but the long wait times and value make it hard to fully recommend. read more

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Yuby's is the quintessential Jersey City neighborhood spot: cute, cozy, and happily allergic to anything resembling "polished" or "elegant." If you're looking for white tablecloths and obsequious service, there's plenty of overpriced, mediocre Italian fare in Manhattan to lighten your wallet. If, instead, you want big portions, low prices, and friendly service, come here. We started with the Panzanella, a huge concoction with a disproportionate carbs to vinaigrette ratio--my kind of bread salad. From there, the Linguine Clams were surprisingly sophisticated thanks to the bottarga, but my Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Linguine was the real star of the night. At $18, it was big enough to feed two people, and tasted fantastic to boot. When was the last time you had a plate of pasta that worthwhile? Could definitely schlep back to try more offerings. read more

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We came here recently for dinner with friends. It is BYOB so you can enjoy your favorite wine with the meal. My wife and I split a mixed green salad to start. For my main I had an old favorite, sausage and broccoli rabe linguine. It was very tasty and really hit the spot. Atmosphere, price, and service were all on point. Next time we will leave room for dessert... read more

Food was decent. We were visiting in Jersey for an expo and craving Italian food, didn't really live up to the best Italian food but was decent enough. Not sure I would recommend but if you're in the area and hungry, it would get the job done. The soup lacked ALOT of flavor. The penne ala vodka was good. The fettuccinie frutii di mare was okay, could've used more flavor and sauce. read more

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Came here for a team dinner since the reviews were pretty good. Ended up disappointing. Took forever for our food. The service was decent. The food is mediocre. If we waited that long we were hoping it would have been worth the wait. But it was not. read more

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We came here as a group for a pre-birthday celebration. The owner and staff were very gracious and made us feel at home. Yubi has a quaint vibe and is tastefully decorated. The owner/chef has an extensive culinary background, having worked at some top NYC restaurants. We had a variety of appetizers- all delicious. I would definitely return for dinner. This is a true gem in the heart of JC. read more

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Love, love, love this spot!! We hope this restaurant stays in business for years to come -- they have the perfect selection of appetizers and entrees and it's a cute little place you'd never expect to pop up on the block with so many places closing We had the meatballs and calamari appetizers and they were delish! The right serving sizes and the sauce is really good! Not too sweet or tart. Everything tastes really fresh! They had a special lobster ravioli which I recommend - it's not an overwhelming fishy flavor and they served it in a mild white sauce that was really comforting. The wait staff is really great - attentive and always replenishes your drinks and accommodates your needs and your party. I would only want this eatery to get a liquor license so they can serve drinks - so it's BYOB but sometimes you don't want to walk around with booze on you just to go out to dinner lol Totally recommend bringing the family here and a pack of friends. You won't be disappointed! read more

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My partner and I walked past this place on my usual route and realized a new restaurant had opened up on Newark Ave! At first impression, the interior was very cozy and comfortable. It's dimly lit but not too dark, and there are screens with fireplace images replaying throughout the restaurant. Every table has a small candle so it's a nice place for date night and a candle lit dinner. Service was great, and the servers were very attentive. We were given a choice of red or white wine as complimentary drinks for opening week- they also gave us refills! Garlic bread with marinara dip was also served complimentary at the start of the meal. We ordered calamari as an appetizer which was crunchy and good without too much batter. I just wish it were a tad bit hotter when it came out, but I could just be nit picking. We then got the seafood pasta and the carbonara. Flavor was very good, but the pasta was not al dente and seemed a bit too soft for my usual liking. If they fixed that, it would taste a lot better! Portions are not on the big side, but the carbonara is pretty heavy on the cream so it'll fill you up quick. Overall, I had a good experience here and I'd come again. This was only opening week, so I have high hopes for how they'll improve in the near future. I'm excited to have a cute and nice Italian dine in restaurant in this area now, and happy to support! read more

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I came here with a friend for her birthday. It was great we had a wonderful time. The staff here is amazing ready to cater to all your needs. Before you even need anything they are coming to check on you, clearing the table before the next part of the meal. It was wonderful service from the whole team. The food was amazing. It was honestly great pasta the grilled chicken on the salad was great. Everything was made to perfection. It's a small intimate BYOB place. I would recommend for a girls night or a date night. I would say it's better for smaller groups 4 or less and great for couples. I will definitely be back. read more

Yubi's 78 Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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Good- Cute little location - very warm atmosphere and decent food Small portions and very expensive drinks BYOB but- Wish they served a similar menu at night like they do for lunch Owner very nice as is the staff read more

Great Italian food for a good price. The staff here is so friendly and welcoming. Sandwiches are $10 and come with fries. Pasta dishes range from $12-18. Absolutely worth it. Also byob. Highly recommend! read more

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Ordered here a few times as my partner and I live around the corner. Visited for the first time tonight and had yet another stellar experience. Food is always amazing, and the service was yet another positive that we experienced. BYOB so grab your favorite bottle and go to one of the best local restaurants in Journal Square. For an area that is lacking good restaurants, Yubis brings the best the neighborhood deserves. read more

10/10!!! My fiancé and I tried Yubis tonight and we were SO impressed. The atmosphere is so nice and cozy! The service exceeded our expectations. Jackson was the nicest and most attentive server we ever had. The food was SO good and fresh. We are already dreaming of our next dinner at Yubis. read more

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awful - not once but twice as I gVe it a second chance . first time was eggplant that could not be cut and was like a rock . today I dined in - ordered a drunken Chicken parm . it was terrible - cheese was NOT melted and the sandwich was barely warm . Couldnt even finish it was so bad . Server didn't accommodate . read more

The food could have easily been made at home. Was super disappointed by the quality and service. Can't believe it had so many stars on Gooogle read more

Yubi's is my new favorite restaurant ! Food is wonderful, talented Chef, servers eager to make your evening special . Quiet neighborhood place with no loud music and just lovely people eager to please! Parking is easy right on the street...across from Courthouse. BYOB read more

Wow! So good! Delicious food, just really well made, high quality Italian classics, in a warm and friendly space and an attentive staff (even on a very busy Valentines Day Friday night!). It was our first time and we're already planning to go back! read more

This place is arguably one of the best restaurants in Jersey city. Food is refined, service excellent, decor on point and byob. What a great addition to the neighborhood. read more

Excellent food - super fresh and high quality. One of the best ricotta cheesecakes I've ever had. Had spinach ravioli in marinara sauce - excellent, Caesar salad, burratta, caprese salad, and penne vodka. Sauces were made well and absolutely delicious. Best Italian restaurant in jersey city. read more

Went for Valentine's Day. The restaurant offered us complimentary champagne with Cherry compote. The service was excellent, the staff was on top of everything from changing silverware to filling our water glasses to clearing crumbs from the table between courses. We ordered the truffle buratta which was delicious. I ordered the salmon as my main which came on a bed of mashed potatoes with cherry tomatoes and spinach. The salmon was cooked perfectly and very flavorful. My boyfriend got the linguine clam and really enjoyed it. Overall a great experience and very happy to have them in the neighborhood. read more

We went with 3 other couples. It was told to me that I would love the food and much to my surprise it was not good but excellent. The owner came to introduce himself, and told us the specials for the night. We asked for a little bit of everything. All were exceptional the entries were also amazing. We made room for dessert all made by them how could we not try them all. It's a BYO & reasonable $$. Highly recommend. Leave them a nice tip because they very much deserve it. read more

The food and services were phenomenal and delicious. I recommend everyone should visit this restaurant. The desserts are amazingly delicious. A very friendly staff. I will be returning to the restaurant. read more

Very good Italian food in a cozy and serene ambience. Great for dinner with friends and family or date night. It's also BYOB. The service was excellent. Everyone enjoyed their food. read more

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Service and food was phenomenal. The Ambiance was very relaxing and the place is beautiful. Run guys new local spot to check out that you will not regret! read more

Yubi's 78 Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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This new Italian spot is amazing!!!! The owner was incredibly helpful and kind! The staff was kind and attentive as well, the food was spectacular. I went with my family and every meal was a 10/10! The desert is spectacular as well! 5 stars, definitely recommend! read more

I had a great meal today and the service was great. Highly recommend the place nothing over in that area like it. Very quaint grown and sexy. And you don't need to scan for a menu. We need to support this establishment!!!! Hope read more

It's refreshing to find a local spot in this neighborhood that serves Italian cuisine other than the reliable pizza places in this part of the town. Interiors are well appointed and the staff is friendly. The owner goes out of his way to make the dining experience quite pleasing. I have been to this establishment on several occasion occasions and the chef never disappoints. read more

I grabbed a chicken parm sandwich for takeout here tonight, and wow was it good! Excellent food, quick and friendly service, and a great price for the quality and portion size. I'll definitely return. A welcome addition to the neighborhood. read more

What can I say about this marvelous restaurant? All food is delicious, with the most natural and freshest ingredients. All the staff is extremely kind, attentive, and caring. The owner told us that they never use microwaves to heat up the food and you can tell it is true by the natural and genuine taste of each plate! The owner is amazing and a hard-worker as the waitresses are. I went there with my three girls and we all loved every single food and as dessert we loved the cheesecake and the crème brulee. Amazing restaurant, very elegant, cozy, and confortable at the same time. You will love this place! We will be back! read more