25 Best Cocktail Bars in Jersey City

“I love this place so, so much. The food is always consistently great, except for the one time one dish was a little overcooked and the bartender/wait staff surreptitiously removed it from our bill when my date and I had only a softly spoken conversation with each other about it (great service). The cocktails are great, too, like really great. The back heated/covered patio is super cute.There are about six really great bar/restaurants I've discovered in JC, and Dullboy is near the top of that last.“

“Highly recommend Ita Italian Kitchen in JC for a memorable dinner outing ( and for my gf and I, thats very hard to come by since we are very picky and foodies!). The dining experience at Ita Italian Kitchen is delightful, with standout dishes like beef bolognese, antipasto with olives and cheese, and clams that are sure to impress your taste buds! Don't miss out on trying their espresso martini(though got mine with house tequila), a real highlight of their drink menu. While some drinks may lean towards being too sweet, the overall experience at Ita Italian Kitchen is excellent and perfect for a special dinner outing! Service was immaculate.“

“The food was really good and so fresh and hot upon service. We order escargot (my first time) the romaine salad, the Parmesan gourges for apps and the short rib gnocchi and fluke as mains. Everything was delish. The ambience was great I just wish the music weren't as loud.“

“A very cute place to have Sunday brunch! My first meal after the Jersey City marathon was right here! We weren't able to put in a reservation beforehand, but we were still able to get seated when we arrived close to noon. I had the sweet potato & andouille sausage hash withOUT the sausage. The server said he could add more brussels sprouts since someone else had requested the same before, and I agreed to it (though I wasn't too hungry and didn't care either way). My meal had a beautiful presentation. The eggs were perfectly poached and there was just enough hollandaise sauce. The brussels sprouts however just seemed undercooked flavor-wise and more could have been done to better their quality. Needless to say, I finished my plate except for the brussels sprouts. All-in-all, a great cafe in an excellent location of Jersey City---well worth the visit!“

“Went yesterday and truly enjoyed it. The ambience was great with lounge kind of set up and was very lively. The food had asian flavors and was tasty. The drinks were potent. Even the large formats were well done. The service was more casual and less professional to my taste but nothing wrong with it.“

“This place has just the right ambiance. It can be relaxing for close friends/ family or romantic for a date. The service felt like fine dining while the space felt unfussy and welcoming. Even the seat was quite comfortable. The food is great but not exceptional, and the one cocktail I tried was mediocre.“

“If I could I'd give this place 100 stars! Their chicken tacos are by far my favorite, after four years of not living in NJ I had to come back to get these tacos, they are so delicious. Their guacamole flight is also so good, must try their pork belly guac and spicy jam one. Órale is doing it right!!“

“The menu is a sweet merry-go-round that licks my brain like a dish in ratatouille. This past time I indulged with The collard green melt. Think about a vegetarian Ruben without pastrami but instead an earthy perfect collard, a pepper spiced Russian dressing oozing out the sides because of my vigorous bites, and a marble rye time capsule of perfection. I licked my nubs and used the fries for plate cleaning. But... I digress. The menu always changes but it never fails. There are a couple of these brilliant finds on every new iteration. Surround all that with nice bartenders that exude the word craft, some swell bluegrass on hump day, and the aer of 1970s Missoula. it's always a jersey city staple.“

“Fox & Crow is the premiere Listening Venue in Jersey City. The music room is small, like a local jazz club from back in the day (think Coltrane or Monk at the 5 Spot), but that gives it a focused vibe and electric intimacy that you can't get anywhere else in JC at this time.“

“No complaints! Everything was delicious and the service was great. The staff was friendly. My husband & I went on a date night. We had the burrata which was amazing! I ordered a dirty martini which was great as well. For dinner we both had the steak frites, which was cooked exactly how we ordered it, and I am in love with the brandy peppercorn cream sauce. Dessert was the perfect ending. I enjoyed the vibe and music. We ordered a pizza to go for my child and it did not disappoint. Finally a great restaurant away from all the downtown traffic and lack of parking. We will definitely return to try more food!“

“Great lunch in Jersey City! Loved the Detroit pizza!! @lowfidelitybar So flavorful!! And delicious!! CAMP NORTH STAR!!! SWEET SAUSAGE MEATBALLS, ROASTED RED PEPPERS, FENNEL POLLEN, HERBED RICOTTA THE JERSEY COSMONAUT $18 PANCETTA, ROASTED HEIRLOOM TOMATO, FRSH BASIL, FENNEL POLLEN, PECORINO, SMOKED MOZZARELLA, VODKA SAUCE Looking forward to returning!!! #lowfidelitybar“

“With delectable dishes and outstanding mixologists, this spot in Jersey City has quickly become a staple for me and my crew. Its fusion of retro charm and modern coolness creates an ambiance that's just right. Count on us to return soon for another round of mouthwatering burgers and refreshing beers.“

“First time coming here but the service and the vibes were very fun. The place has a lot of room for tables which is nice when coming with a large party of people. Bartenders catered to our needs and made our experience very memorable. Will definitely come here whenever we visit the “

“Had the pleasure of working with Gabriel and team for a private party at 143 Social, and we couldn’t have picked a better spot. Good communication leading up to the event, great at handling our special requests, SUPER helpful team on site on the night. Multiple guests commented on the quality of the food and drinks and how attentive all the staff were. Big thanks especially to Dan and Juan who consistently went above and beyond to keep everyone happy. This team couldn’t have done more for us“

“Journal Square is a large Path Train Station. It’s clean and has very frequent service to the World Trade Center and 33rd St. The station was built by blasting through rock. So you can see some rock formations at the station. My experience at this station is very good.“

“My friend and I, who I hadn’t seen in over a year, had brunch here on Saturday 10/22 and loved it. The waiter was so amazing and gave us great recommendations. You could tell he took great pride in his job and knew the menu well. He even came to say goodbye when his shift was over. I wish I remembered his name, he is awesome! The food was delicious! Will definitely be visiting again.“

“This was just a one night stopping point for us on a longer road trip, and it was a great little reprieve from driving! The hotel is beautiful, comfy, and quiet. And there are so many delicious restaurants within walking distance! We’ll definitely be back.“

“Everything was great! It wasn't too loud, we got got our food pretty fast. The short ribs were melt in your mouth amazing, and the hot honey carrots were excellent. I also really enjoyed the brandy sauce that came with the new york strip.“

“Amazing restaurant! I ate here with my wife and my family for our baby shower, in total we were 12 people, and the service was excellent! The pastas are all freshly made and unbelievably delicious. We also needed to see what all the hype was about with their Espresso Martini which was voted the best in JC. It 100% lives up to the hype. It is very clear that the owner Julian and his staff deeply care about their restaurant and their guests.“

“Our second time at the restaurant, and we loved the food, service, and ambiance. We ordered coconut shrimp, noodles, fish, and eggplant. The coconut shrimp was totally the winner, and we all loved it. Our server, Raymond, was friendly and checked on us a couple of times if we needed anything. It is a casual spot for dining, but the restaurant is pretty big to have a good capacity of people. I definitely recommend the restaurant for a good dining experience.“

“I love this place! Good music, Good vibes, it very chill and laid back in here if your into that. No entry fee. Great service! I don't know if it's the same Dj every time, but the Dj that was there the night I went was amazing. Throwbacks and current songs all perfectly mixed together! They even had a Christmas theme going on when I went. It's a great place with great music and drinks without all the chaos. Mixed demographic and everyone is nice and seems to get along. Will be back.“

“Well, well, well Ani Ramen what do you have to say for yourself? Answer me or prepare to fight!! Alright then take this…I hope that it’s mostly good things and positive self talk because you served up some tastiness.Noods and tasty broth really came through on this frigid windswept Jersey City day. The boa buns were soft and savory with some juicy crispity chicken. The little sausages were alright crispy with a slap of bbq.The wait staff delivered the goods with prompt politeness.The atmosphere was chic from the lighting to the tabling.I 100% slurped my way to contentment.One helpful caveat. There be a 3% add on for the payment of the plastic variety, but it’s cool cause this gurl paid in greenbacks.Happy slurping my noodheads ?“

“Had a quick late night dinner here tonight. Let me just say, our server Asia was Absolutely wonderful. Great personality, funny and on point. I’ve been here a bunch of times, but so far she has been the best. ❤️. Her feelings and my feelings on pickles are the same. They are foul. Thanks again!!!“

“The food was good, service good; just not 5 star worthy. 20% Tip is included when you get the check so be mindful of that. When my friends and I split the meal with our cards, we were each charged with the 20% tip included. I wish I would have known that prior to us splitting the check.“

“Food and service are def 5 stars. The view and atmosphere here is incredible. Great flavor with a good price for the area. Food comes quick and fresh. The menu is simple, But great. The bar selection is perfect. Seats are comfy and there is plenty of room inside or outside. They work as teams and won’t cut corners, they are always checking on you. Def recommending this place to friends and family. Parking is around the area, and I did not see a valet service. I have reviewed pretty much most restaurant in this area and I and Very happy with my experience here. See you On my next trip.“