Tapas Restaurants near Jersey City, NJ

“Incredible eccentric food. Great cocktail spot.“

“Been coming here a lot ever since I found out there's a bar in the lobby. Love this place- great food, drinks, atmosphere, and friendly staff. Petey has the best recommendations, drinks, and is a super cool person. One of the best service I've ever gotten! Thank you Petey!“

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

“Such a fantastic experience! The food was absolutely delicious, with a great variety of dishes full of flavor. The cocktails were amazing, and the ambiance was the perfect mix of elegant and fun. What really stood out was the friendly and attentive staff, who made us feel welcome throughout the evening. Definitely a place worth visiting in NYC. Can’t wait to come back
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“Delicious! Friendly service.“

“Here's the review Spencer wrote for you: My family and I just visited to celebrate my grandsons birthday- we like to get a bunch of plates and share family style and this menu was perfect for that. You have to get mezze and extra bread (must try the kubane). We also ended up getting three orders of the shishbarak for the six of us, it is way too good! I got the salmon for my entree which was cooked to perfection and beautifully seasoned. Spencer our server recommended the silan and the cheesecake for dessert so we shared those and boy were they something special- I can’t pick a favorite! He brought us a candle and we got some great pictures. I can’t recommend this restaurant enough.“

“This is a bit of an upscale tapas bar, knowledge staff, not obtrusive. It did remind me of some upscale places in Spain. Go eat tapas the Manhattans with chocolate rim omg! Food was good too!“

“I can tell this place is special and that the owners and team behind it put a lot of care and love into the food. The sauces are clearly made fresh from people who know Thai food well. I’m so lucky I get to eat this food often. I would upload photos but I ate it so quickly that all that sit in front of me now are plates that have been licked clean.“

“We had such a lovely experience at Ariari! From start to finish, everything was wonderful. Stephen / Steven was fantastic—attentive, welcoming, and genuinely lovely throughout the evening.

The food was excellent. The crab is an absolute must, and the duck was another standout. We thoroughly enjoyed everything we ordered. The cod was beautifully prepared, although I felt it lacked a bit of flavor and didn’t particularly stand out from cod I’ve enjoyed at other fine restaurants.

One detail I especially appreciated was how thoughtful the restaurant was toward children. Having proper plates and cutlery ready for little ones is such a simple yet meaningful touch, and something you don’t often see at NYC restaurants.

Overall, a fantastic dining experience with wonderful service, delicious food, and thoughtful attention to detail. I’d give Ariari a solid 4.7/5. We will absolutely be back!

Thank you, Stephen / Steven and the entire Ariari team, for such a lovely evening!“

“Phenomenal. Its more of a gastro pub, definitely not traditional Korean. Plates are tiny and portions are tapa-sized, but we ordered eight items to share and were full in the end. Corn dumplings were outstanding: the corn was completely mashed and they tasted like soft fluffy pillows with an incredible sauce made of cilantro, basil and mint. Scallops, galbi meatball skewer and waguy spring rolls were amazing. Noodles was the only dish in our order that was underwhelming. Loved their adult capri drinks in a bag. :) but the best last of the experience was the service. We asked for a table outside, which they didn't have, so we were seated by an open window instead, but within 5 minutes, they came and said they had a table outside for us. Everyone was so friendly, warm and welcoming. We will definitely be back to try all the other menu options we didn't get to try.“

“This place is amazing. We tried the fava bean hummus - bursting with flavor and garlic forward (which I enjoy). The steak and grits was so buttery and delicious as well. The ice tea was a surprise stand out as well. To top it all off the service here is unmatched. I look forward to coming back soon.“

“Delicious food!! The best place I've been to in the east village in a very long time. I highly recommend it 😋“

“Endroit magnifique, décoré avec beaucoup de goût ! Les plats sont aussi beaux que bons, une cuisine travaillée et raffinée.. Le personnel accueillant et très professionnel ! Nous recommandons largement ! Allez-y les yeux fermés et les papilles ouvertes! 🌺“

“Absolutely wonderful — hands down one of the best meals of the trip. Every dish we ordered was excellent: the watermelon salad, tuna, mandu, steak and potatoes, tteokbokki, and the sesame bread and butter pudding were all full of flavor and beautifully presented.

I loved the Korean-fusion small-plates concept — creative, shareable and really well executed. The cocktails were also excellent.

We sat at the bar for a 5 p.m. dinner before a 7 p.m. show, and the timing was perfect. Service was sharp, everything came out at just the right pace, and the bar had such a lively, engaging atmosphere with great conversation from the team.

Fun, flavorful, beautifully plated and full of energy. Would absolutely come back.“

“Sexy af friendly drinks were awesome and food was exceptional“

“bademjoon, babari, tahchin, and fensenjoon to share.

Fensenjoon had such a great sauce and duck was cooked well with crispy and juicy bits that made it delicious. The kashk bedemjoon was delicious and paired well with the babari. Tahchin was crispy and was glad we ordered it to eat with the fensenjoon. Would definitely come back for more dishes.

Service was fast and great! Inside is dimly lit, perfect for a date night.“

“Nice place food uffff recomendado“

“delicious tapas, cervesa Alhambra, flamenco de Seville, personable service was all together like the best of Spain. one of those moments that shows nyc always strives to be the best!“

“The care and creative that’s put into each dish is superb. The pre-fix is an excellent deal. And it’s fam friendly even though the food is avant-garde in style. Nice service.“

“Fantastic value for a solid 9 course tasting menu with an amuse bouche and a petit four. Some highs and lows with an emphasis on asian flavors but it was an enjoyable hour and a half. I really loved the braised duck lettuce wraps and maple bacon donuts but i found the wagyu meatball dish too salty.“

“💥💥💥💥💥 Just discovered a gem! Can’t wait to return. Tucked in on Columbus Av. betw 106/107. Best Mexican food I’ve yet to find in the city. I had the fish tacos! Excellente! Also the best sangria. Our server, Carol, was wonderful. And she gave me a delicious flan desert and everyone sang happy birthday. Thank you Carol and everyone! See you soon!“

“Went here on a whim to celebrate our friends special ocassion. The interior is nicely decorated and quiet. We ordered some patatas bravas, cheese and ham platter, white sangria and the chicken! Our food was brought our promptly and we enjoyed our food and drinks. The plates were easily shareable among 4 people and the food was good. The star was definitely the chicken. I'm not sure what they put in that chicken or how they cooked it but it was delicious. One of our friends declared ir the best chicken he's had in his life.
Huge shout out to our server who was funny, attentive and brought us some champagne to celebrate our special ocassion!“

“El mejor lugar de Manhattan donde puedes encontrar un ambiente acogedor y moderno, con comida deliciosa y la mejor atención“

“Great food. Good service.“

“Accueil est cordial, le personnel professionnel , la nourriture est très bonne. Un petit coin de Provence à New York. Ambiance sympa 👍🏻“

“Absolutely delicious food, in this quaint delightful thematic arabic restaurant. You truly feel transported into 'Arabian Nights' once you're in here.

I had a great time sitting at the bar, tasting their food and trying unique drinks made by the wonderful Georgia. Curiously they don't serve mezcal, but they use the sustainable niche Mexican spirit called sotol, with which I had the opportunity of trying many cocktails.“

“My husband booked this restaurant for my 40th Birthday and it was absolutely perfect. First, they were last minute able to accommodate my friends joining us for dinner, 4 people instead of 2 on a short notice. Our server was so friendly, funny and very efficient. He had wonderful recommendations and if he didn't know the answer to a question he got us the answer. Also, he sneakily did a setup of candles for my birthday as well. As a foodie Clevelander native I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an intimate but delicious experience.“

“Great location; close to Metro North. Quality Food, Service and Friendly Staff😀“

“Lee and MyMoon handled our wedding and created the best night of our lives (and apparently as we heard, the best night of a few other people's lives as well). From their care, to the food, the atmosphere, the attentiveness, the staff, and the love, we knew from the beginning working with Lee and MyMoon would be something special, but we had no idea it would be like this!

Every single guest raved about Lee, the MyMoon team, the food, and the experience. We felt like we were able to just trust that everything was being taken care of and truly immerse ourselves in our day.

When we were looking for a venue, every other manager we met before Lee made us feel like we were just another dollar, just another client. They were polite and professional, and I'm sure that would have been fine. Once we met Lee, we knew we couldn't settle for less. He saw us as people first, clients second. Eating at MyMoon and having any special event, especially as stressful as a wedding at MyMoon will make your day feel beyond words and with ease. The experience they created will have you and every guest gushing for years to come. We cannot wait to come back to eat here for every anniversary! Book them immediately!“

“Excellent service and food“

“Very nice atmosphere in the middle of the East Village.“

“Cozy atmosphere and fine dining“

“The pork chop was succulent and had the most amazing spice combination. The barbacoa was the best I have ever had. Not a fan of the mezcal, but I gave it a try. Other more common drinks looked great with a good pour. Good vibe and open late with a super friendly staff!“

“maravilloso el show de flamenco“

“I went to Plado for the first time last night with a couple of friends who had already been there several times and raved about it. They were not wrong to rave! The food was simply superb. Every dish was an experience to savor. It actually made me stop and slow down so I could enjoy what was happening in my mouth. Everything had various levels of flavor that made the experience worthwhile. I can’t wait to go back and try more. Standouts for me were hard to choose but if I had to, the taro gnocchi, duck confit, and roasted carrots were my favorite. Desserts were out of this world delicious and unique so I encourage everyone to save room. The ambiance is lovely and the chef and his wife are warm and welcoming. I wish them a long and successful stay in Glen Cove!“

“Such a cute neighborhood spot. The owner was also our server - the definition of small business. The food quality is really good - every bite was seasoned and cooked to perfection. I went with my mom for dinner and we had a lovely time. I found the portions really fair for the price as well.“

“The food at Djondjon is spot on.... This restaurant is a jewel. The food is amazing, and the hospitality is off the chart. There is free jazz often enough. The quality far surpasses the price. I love their pasta, their fish and their goats which come in various varieties. Their appetizers are yummy. I will continue to patronize this place. I had my Cabrit boukannen ( grilled goat) and it really pleased my taste buds.“

“Try their Pabellon Arepa! You will forget your name and lose your mind. It is a masterpiece, chef-d'oeuvre. Insanely delicious. And don’t leave it unattended on the table! I am from upstate New York. We have hundreds of Mexican restaurants up there and none of them can make Arepa even close to La Napa’s.“

“Food is amazing and ambience was great“

“Victoria and her catering team are incredible. I reached out for food for 1000 people for a FIFA World Cup watch party at our corporate office in New York. Unfortunately I did not have advanced notice for this order and placed it last night. When they opened this morning they did everything they possibly could to accommodate our request and I must say from the presentation to delivery and communication everything was seamless and perfectly executed. I really appreciated how kind and accommodating Victoria was and how she made this happen for us. I will absolutely be ordering from them again (with advanced notice of course) and recommending them for future events!“

“We celebrated my 30th birthday here last night, and it was such a beautiful experience from start to finish! ✨ The food was delicious, the atmosphere was elegant and cozy, and the server Lambert were so welcoming and attentive throughout the evening.

Everything felt special, and it was the perfect place to celebrate such an important milestone with my friends. We truly enjoyed our time here, and I’m so happy I chose this restaurant for my 30th birthday dinner.

Thank you for making my celebration even more memorable! 🤍✨ I would definitely come back and recommend this place to anyone looking for great food and a beautiful dining experience.“

“What’s a Spanish native? This is one of the best Spanish bars I’ve been in a while, extremely friendly. They’re even let us save our bags because we’re going back to our hometown, and they’ve been with us all the way. I recommend it 100%. So if you’re from Spain, you wanna eat a little bit from Spain, this is the place to go.“

“Fabulous dinner we sat outside in the beautiful outdoor seating, Great service delicious food“

“Great night of friends, family and wine!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ One of My Favorite Korean Restaurants! Seoul BAP is not just another Korean restaurant — the food is absolutely amazing! Every dish is full of rich, authentic Korean flavors with a modern twist. It’s truly one of the best Korean dining spots in the city. The cocktail menu is just as exciting — featuring creative drinks that perfectly match the vibe and flavor of the food. 🍹 Spicy Passionfruit Margarita – bold and vibrant with a Korean-inspired kick. 🥃 Bourbon Bee Hive – smooth, rich, and full of depth. 💜 Lavender Skies – crafted with premium gin infused with butterfly pea flower and lavender, finished with a touch of Amaro — simply elegant. And the newest favorite everyone’s asking for: 🌺 Midnight Hibiscus – a hibiscus-infused vodka cocktail with elderflower and gentle sweetness. It’s beautifully balanced and pairs perfectly with Seoul BAP’s contemporary Korean cuisine. Best enjoyed with Taylor Swift’s Opalite playing in the background! 🎶✨ Come check out Seoul BAP — where Seoul meets style, flavor, and good vibes all in one place.“

“delicious tapas, cervesa Alhambra, flamenco de Seville, personable service was all together like the best of Spain. one of those moments that shows nyc always strives to be the best!“

“Great service and a wonderful frose“

“we had amazing time, the food was so yummy.“

“Great times and great ambience!“

“Incredible opportunity to listen to fantastic music!“