Jersey City Restaurants to Try in 2020
Jersey City is a hot spot for great dining. Every year gets harder to keep up with the wide range of places you need to put on your must eat list. As you plan 2020, be sure to put some of these Jersey City restaurants to try in 2020 in your calendar.
New Jersey City Restaurants to Check Out Now
It feels like all the hottest chefs in New York are opening restaurants right here in Jersey City. A few places opened in 2019 that you might have missed. Grab some friends this month and check out these new spots.
Lokal Eatery & Bar: This trendy restaurant opened in October after Taphaus suddenly closed. Here, chefs use local ingredients to create worldwide flavors. The menu has everything from an oyster bar to truffle mac and cheese to Atlantic wild cod served with polenta mousse. And we haven’t even mentioned the amazing view. This is a must-visit for 2020 if you haven’t found your way there already.
Domodomo: The popular New York City sushi bar has opened up a new site in Jersey City. Check out what all the talk was about while staying close to home. Their signature tasting course, Domokase, is a must for any fan of sushi and Asian delicacies. Other Asian-inspired dishes like garlic bacon fried rice and Korean fried chicken will tempt you if sushi isn’t your cup of tea.
The Ashford: Looking for atmosphere? Then this is the restaurant to visit in 2020. The decor screams 1920’s speakeasy and the food is amazing. It’s a New American menu with tasty dishes like kale salmon salad and Broccoli General Tso’s. It’s also a great place to catch your breath and grab a drink. Along with the cool decor comes a creative cocktail menu and long list of intriguing appetizers.
Bring Your Own Beverage
Jersey City has become a great destination for BYOB restaurants. Here’s a few of the most popular BYOB eateries that opened in 2019. Let the experts at Jersey Wine & Spirits recommend a bottle, then head over to one of these Jersey City restaurants.
Bread and Salt: If you haven’t eaten at Bread and Salt yet, just stop what you’re doing and go. This new Jersey City pizzeria has been all the buzz since famous baker and pizza-maker Rick Easton opened its doors in June of 2019. Don’t expect to find a menu online: selections change daily. It’s definitely an experience that will delight your senses.
Green Pear Heights: This BYOB that opened last June is a sister restaurant to Green Pear Cafe in Hoboken. The menu is mostly European but includes dishes like crab cakes served with potatoes. Green Pear Heights has the feel of a quiet neighborhood bistro. You can catch up with the neighbors and the latest gossip while enjoying a delicious meal.
Sol Azteca: This quaint Mexican restaurant is owned by the same family that brought Jersey City the popular taco truck, Tacos Victoria. The food is fantastic at prices that can’t be beaten. They offer typical Mexican street fare like tacos, burritos and quesadillas including great veg-friendly options.
Back In Business
Some of Jersey City’s favorite restaurants had to close their doors in recent years. But exciting news: two are back after taking time to renovate and change their menus. Come back and see what’s new.
Battello: This modern Italian restaurant reopened after taking 18 months off for renovations. Now back with many new menu items, you can overlook the greatest skyline around while enjoying grilled octopus and mushroom agnolotti.
Diesel and Duke: The best burgers and poutine in New Jersey just became available again. The popular burger joint took some time to rebrand and update its look but is back with their unique flavor combinations. Try their S.P.B.B. burger — sriracha, peanut butter and bacon. They offer Beyond patties if beef isn’t your thing, but there’s flavors for everyone.
Classic and Classy
There’s a lot going on in Jersey City, so maybe you haven’t been able to hit all the great places to eat in town. Or maybe it’s just been a while. The following restaurants are reliable, delicious and welcoming. Make your next date night one of these Jersey City restaurants.
15 Fox Place: 2020 is the year to visit the most unique restaurant in New Jersey. 15 Fox Place is run out of a house in the West Journal Square area of the city. There is no menu, just a large family-style Italian dinner. Bring your appetite because this is an authentic Italian dinner with breathing breaks between each of the six courses. You won’t be disappointed with the food or the experience.
Cellar 335: Since 2016, this Asian fusion tiki bar has been a Jersey City staple. The progressive Asian American dishes are made to be shared tapas style. Bring a bunch of friends, order a fun fruity tiki drink and share some delicious food.
Hamilton Pork: This cleverly named BBQ restaurant lives right around the corner from Hamilton Park. The menu is jam packed with amazing BBQ sides like jalapeno-cheddar cornbread and brussels sprouts with bacon and apple. And of course there’s your standard BBQ fare like pulled pork and ribs. But what you should really go for is the churro waffle ice cream sandwich.
We Can Hardly Wait
A few restaurants are opening this year. These are the Jersey City restaurants to try in 2020 if you love to be up with everything new and trendy.
The Committed Pig: This fun New Jersey burger and pancake restaurant will expand to Jersey City in 2020. The menu includes crazy burger creations like the Burgerrnut, which is an American cheeseburger served on a glazed doughnut. Or the Falafel Burger, which is exactly what the name suggests. They also serve an extensive grilled cheese and pancake menu all day. Look for it opening in March.
Yaso Tangbao: The popular New York eatery is opening a location in Jersey City. This casual eating spot specializes in Shanghainese street food. Think soup dumplings, baos, noodle, and rice dishes. There is no set date yet for opening, but it will be sometime this year.
The Boil: This will probably be open by the time you read this. Go check it out! Seafood Cajun-style right here in Jersey City. Stop by and grab some gumbo, Southern-fried wings, and Cajun fries. The Boil has two restaurants in New York, but the Jersey City location will have exclusive offerings. This is a must for all seafood fans.
Once again, Jersey City proves we’ve got something for everyone. Reward yourself this year with dining experiences tried-and-true as well as new and chic.
