32 Best American Restaurants in Jersey City

“Craft cocktails in a cozy colorful outdoor patio. The perfect place to relax after a long week!“

“Great way to celebrate the holidays with friends and family.“

“this place is a must go to. the food is amazing as well as the service and drinks. Definitely on my top 10“

“We discovered Mathew's just yesterday and enjoyed a great lunch with their extremely pleasant staff. We'll be back.“

“Good atmosphere and great service.“

“JC Buddy’s of Jersey City Brunch Spot Worth Waking Up For!

We came for brunch and wow, Buddy’s absolutely delivered.

Biscuits & Gravy: The biscuits were fluffy clouds of joy… buttery, golden, and perfectly baked. The sausage gravy was rich, flavorful, and smothered lovingly over top. It didn’t drown the biscuits (which I appreciate!) but I wouldn’t have minded just a splash more gravy to soak up with those last bites. The side of potatoes? Unreal. Crispy, tender, almost like Greek lemon potatoes met a breakfast hash… and they fell in love.

Chicken & Waffles: O.M.G. The chicken was seasoned and spiced to perfection, crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and not a hint of greasiness. The waffles were light, fluffy, and dusted with powdered sugar like a brunch snowstorm. Loved the option of classic maple and spiced maple syrup for a little kick. The only (tiny) drawback? I’m not a huge fan of bone-in chicken first thing in the morning, but that’s personal preference, not a deal-breaker.

Coffee & Service: Endless hot refills, attentive staff, and genuinely kind vibes. The coffee was solid good drip brew, no bitterness, and they never let the cup go empty.

And yes, one biscuit went mysteriously missing before I could grab a photo… my sister couldn’t resist diving in early. 😂

If you’re brunch hopping around Jersey City, add JC Buddy’s to your list. Cozy, flavorful, and just the right amount of indulgent.“

“Amazing prime rib with incredible au jus! The risotto was a hit, and the calamari was tender and delicious. The spaghetti with shrimp was the only miss, and the chicken Parmesan could’ve been crisper. Still, with great service, solid drinks, and a lively vibe, it’s definitely worth a visit — reservations recommended!“

“Nice outdoor patio, good food, great location.“

“The food is delicious and Mihai is the best waiter!“

“My girlfriends purse got robbed. Dangerous place. Don't go there. Band was awesome though“

“Fun atmosphere and yummy food!!“

“great food and vibe. BUT they are cheap with condiments. charges 2 bucks for extra syrup for the chicken and waffles“

“superb place to meet and eat. Ambience in restaurant is amazing and the bar area very friendly . The food is amazing.“

“So excited I finally got to taste the chefs version of Kare Kare! All the flavors of traditional Kare with the flair of pasta!!! No wonder it’s there popular dish! The Mango Sticky (pan dan) rice had the tastes of being Filipino. Highly recommend!!! Took my Pa for Father’s Day and we had a great meal!!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“The portion sizes were impressive! I liked the pasta, though I’ve had better. The French fries were absolutely amazing — crispy and delicious. They were also screening the finale of The Summer I Turned Pretty, which made the experience even more special.“

“I've been looking forward to trying this restaurants menu items. yesterday was only the 1st, for sure. I had a shrimp po boy, perfect, packed with shrimp, just the right sauces, really good. I took home a container of their vegan lentil soup which is better than my lentil soup. that's not a small thing. beautifully balanced flavor, really delicious. I can't wait to go back and try everything else.“

“Absolutely lovely place, super nice crew and good food! It’s a great place in all the senses!“

“We were here Saturday night. The restaurant was very busy. We were afraid to order food because the last time, three months ago, it took a long time to bring us our food. But we decided to try again, and the surprise was that in less than 20 minutes, we had our food. And by the way, it was hot and delicious. Not bad for a Saturday night. My friends were very happy. We'll be back soon.“

“Great food, great atmosphere and great service.. I’m coming back and bringing friends and family! I definitely recommend it!“

“Performing at Maritime Parc was an absolute highlight for us! The venue offers a sleek, modern aesthetic with stunning panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline and harbor—an unforgettable backdrop for any celebration. The layout is perfect for live music, with plenty of space for dancing and an energetic crowd. The team at Maritime Parc was fantastic to work with, making sure everything ran smoothly so we could keep the party going strong all night long.“

“Edit: It seems there was a misunderstanding with the tips. Owner Lefteris was very meticulous in clearing things up and have promptly refunded us. We really appreciate this, so definitely giving this place a full 5 stars.

We really LOVED the food, it was our first trip to Jersey City and our first time trying American diner food and this place was a great start to the trip. Really liked the corned beef and hash, goes perfectly well with some hotsauce, and washed down with a cup of freshly squeezed orange juice. Will definitely be back if we are in the area!“

“Food is excellent, staff is very attentive and friendly - atmosphere is very romantic. I highly recommend.“

“First time & definitely not our last time. We went to see Efrat & Brian. Amazing music, as well as the company. The food was good too!“

“Very and highly recommend. Amazing food, service and affordable prices as well. Thank you so much guys. Keep business up😊👍“

“Arguably a top 2 halal option in the Jersey City area, you can swap it from 1st or 2nd. They changed the lamb seasoning a few months ago, i did not like that but I ordered today and the lamb taste like how it originally did. 6 stars is i could give it that“

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Leftbank Jersey City is a great taste of American food and Jersey culture. Great service and great food makes my day, that’s all kid can ask for! ??? This is just a sample of food art and comfort.“

“This spot absolutely slaps. The burgers and the mac n cheese with a beer on a weekday after work... SO GOOD! I even get delivery and the food is just as good as when u sit and get it in house. The burgers are so fresh every time so worth it!!!“

“If haven’t yet tried this place you MUST do so cause it’s sooooo good… omg it’s JERSEY CITY best wings place to go to…. DONT MISS OUT!!!
They even started selling SEAFOOD BOILS!!!! OMG!!! It can’t get any better… Thank you for coming into our community…“

“We had the Dark side of the Roo burger, & the Bison burger & were very satisfied with both. They were delicious, we'll definitely be back to try some of your other dishes“

“We LOVED our wedding here!! My husband and I toured so many venues in Jersey City, Brooklyn, and Queens and this was by far the best. They have it all - 3 floors, parking, elevator access, bridal & groom suites, stunning building, amazing food, huge bar & dance floor, and lots of natural light inside.

We are so happy we chose to work with Vivian and her team at The View. They were absolutely great and we didn't worry about a single thing on our wedding day. They truly took care of everything!

Thank you again to everyone who made this day possible for us. (Photos by K&R Photos)“

“Since covid started their hours have changed .. and they're closing early fyi.. super delicious in the cut sandwich spot ... Reasonably priced, super fresh and always satisfying.. try their philly cheese steak with everything .. I always call ahead for pickup and it's ready upon arrival .. and the sandwich is always on point ... The owner is super chill and respectful ... Please support your local businesses !“