The best restaurants in Bayonne

115 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Sarku Japan

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Chain offering made-to-order teppanyaki-style Japanese dishes cooked on sizzling grills, plus sushi.

197 E 22nd St

Chain offering made-to-order teppanyaki-style Japanese dishes cooked on sizzling grills, plus sushi.

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Casual, family-run restaurant serving pizza and Italian dishes, with delivery.

1011 Broadway

Casual, family-run restaurant serving pizza and Italian dishes, with delivery.

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Pizza Masters

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Salad, pastas, baked Parmesan entrees, pizza & hot sandwiches are features at this take-out shop.

532 Broadway

Salad, pastas, baked Parmesan entrees, pizza & hot sandwiches are features at this take-out shop.

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Casual restaurant serving Italian comfort food such as cold cuts, chicken cutlets, and sandwiches.

Giovanni salumeria, 666 Broadway

Casual restaurant serving Italian comfort food such as cold cuts, chicken cutlets, and sandwiches.

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Restaurant serving Italian fare, including fried calamari, along with sangria.

552 Broadway

Restaurant serving Italian fare, including fried calamari, along with sangria.

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Yi Sushi Go

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Relaxed, family-owned eatery offering sushi rolls and platters alongside tempura dishes, udon, dumplings, and mochi.

266 Broadway

Relaxed, family-owned eatery offering sushi rolls and platters alongside tempura dishes, udon, dumplings, and mochi.

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Casual, halal spot serving breakfast, American, and Mexican eats in a cozy setting.

495 Orange St (Newark)

Casual, halal spot serving breakfast, American, and Mexican eats in a cozy setting.

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Cafe Bello

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Mellow local eatery doling out classic Italian specialties, pizzas & drinks in a comfortable space.

1044 Avenue C

Mellow local eatery doling out classic Italian specialties, pizzas & drinks in a comfortable space.

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Casual pizzeria offering pies, pasta, and comfort food such as buffalo chicken.

649 Broadway

Casual pizzeria offering pies, pasta, and comfort food such as buffalo chicken.

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Pizzeria with a casual vibe also serving pasta and other Italian classics.

819 Broadway

Pizzeria with a casual vibe also serving pasta and other Italian classics.

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Relaxed restaurant serving a variety of Mexican comfort food, including popular birria tacos.

887 Broadway

Relaxed restaurant serving a variety of Mexican comfort food, including popular birria tacos.

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Bruno’s Pizza

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Casual pizzeria dishing up slices and pies, plus sandwiches and wings.

721 Avenue A

Casual pizzeria dishing up slices and pies, plus sandwiches and wings.

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Pompei Pizza

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No-nonsense institution featuring traditional pizza, pasta, hot wings & sandwiches at the counter.

480 Broadway

No-nonsense institution featuring traditional pizza, pasta, hot wings & sandwiches at the counter.

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Family-owned restaurant serving hickory-smoked ribs, chicken wings, and other barbecue dishes in a casual setting.

523 John F. Kennedy Blvd

Family-owned restaurant serving hickory-smoked ribs, chicken wings, and other barbecue dishes in a casual setting.

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Poke Bowl

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Restaurant dishing up seafood dishes such as poke bowls and fried options like tempura and sushi.

324 Broadway

Restaurant dishing up seafood dishes such as poke bowls and fried options like tempura and sushi.

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A menu of customizable Mexican food served in a modern restaurant, plus takeout & catering.

905 Bayonne Crossing Way

A menu of customizable Mexican food served in a modern restaurant, plus takeout & catering.

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Sushi & tableside hibachi fare offered in a modern space with splashy Asian decor & low lighting.

125 Lefante Way

Sushi & tableside hibachi fare offered in a modern space with splashy Asian decor & low lighting.

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Halal-certified restaurant popular for its fried chicken and pizzas alongside cheeseburgers, gyros, and subs.

1038 S Orange Ave (Newark)

Halal-certified restaurant popular for its fried chicken and pizzas alongside cheeseburgers, gyros, and subs.

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Basic joint featuring specialty pizzas & slices, plus Italian entrees, burgers & hot sandwiches.

876 Broadway

Basic joint featuring specialty pizzas & slices, plus Italian entrees, burgers & hot sandwiches.

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Relaxed casual restaurant offering familiar Italian mains such as pizza, pasta and parmigiana.

3668 John F. Kennedy Blvd (Jersey City)

Relaxed casual restaurant offering familiar Italian mains such as pizza, pasta and parmigiana.

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PizzaStudio

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Modern chain serving pizzas made with flavored crusts & a range of sauces & creative toppings.

Food court in Newport Center Mall, 30 Mall Dr W (Jersey City)

Modern chain serving pizzas made with flavored crusts & a range of sauces & creative toppings.

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Longtime eatery for classic Italian fare in an unassuming storefront with tucked-away dining space.

278 Central Ave (Jersey City)

Longtime eatery for classic Italian fare in an unassuming storefront with tucked-away dining space.

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Corto

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Casual neighborhood option crafting seasonal Italian cuisine in an airy venue with a vintage vibe.

507 Palisade Ave (Jersey City)

Casual neighborhood option crafting seasonal Italian cuisine in an airy venue with a vintage vibe.

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Panini Grill

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Relaxed locale offering traditional pizza, salads, panini, pasta & Italian mains, plus a full bar.

538 Forest Ave (Staten Island)

Relaxed locale offering traditional pizza, salads, panini, pasta & Italian mains, plus a full bar.

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Since 1989, Portuguese/Spanish restaurant serves specialties such as filet mignon on a hot stone.

665 Monroe Ave (Elizabeth)

Since 1989, Portuguese/Spanish restaurant serves specialties such as filet mignon on a hot stone.

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Family-owned mainstay producing thin-crust pizza plus fried calamari, subs & more in no-frills digs.

524 Port Richmond Ave (Staten Island)

Family-owned mainstay producing thin-crust pizza plus fried calamari, subs & more in no-frills digs.

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Roomy all-you-can-eat mall restaurant offering sushi & various hot or cold Asian & American dishes.

701 NJ-440 (Jersey City)

Roomy all-you-can-eat mall restaurant offering sushi & various hot or cold Asian & American dishes.

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Mediterranean. Turkish spot known for its kebabs, salads and mixed grills as well as lamb and chicken dishes.

1745 Forest Ave (Staten Island)

Mediterranean. Turkish spot known for its kebabs, salads and mixed grills as well as lamb and chicken dishes.

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Upscale eatery with a refined menu of Italian-leaning steak-house fare, plus brunch.

2 Chapel Ave Unit 2 (Jersey City)

Upscale eatery with a refined menu of Italian-leaning steak-house fare, plus brunch.

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The Lobby NJ

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Buzzing, modern lounge & sports bar with large TVs, pool tables, cocktails & bar bites.

821 Spring St (Elizabeth)

Buzzing, modern lounge & sports bar with large TVs, pool tables, cocktails & bar bites.

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Arty, elaborately decorated Sri Lankan restaurant with a popular weekend buffet option.

668 Bay St (Staten Island)

Arty, elaborately decorated Sri Lankan restaurant with a popular weekend buffet option.

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Craving legit Portuguese flavors that taste like a seaside vacation without the TSA? Seabra's Marisqueira has been serving Newark since…

87 Madison St (Newark)

Craving legit Portuguese flavors that taste like a seaside vacation without the TSA? Seabra's Marisqueira has been serving Newark since 1989 with fresh, Portuguese-style seafood and rich, soulful dishes that actually deliver. Perfect for a low-key weeknight or when you want to impress the crew with catered eats.

From the Staten Island newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Wilson Ave BBQ

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Wilson Ave BBQ in Newark is all about juicy, tender ribs and perfectly seasoned chicken, with generous portions and bold,…

195-197 Wilson Ave (Newark)

Wilson Ave BBQ in Newark is all about juicy, tender ribs and perfectly seasoned chicken, with generous portions and bold, Portuguese-inspired flavor that hits the spot this week. Grab beans and fried rice on the side, then thank us when the food coma politely arrives.

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Casual restaurant with free vintage video games known for its wings and spicy sauces.

One Gateway Ctr (Newark)

Casual restaurant with free vintage video games known for its wings and spicy sauces.

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Casa Blanca

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Spanish eatery serving breakfast, sandwiches, mofongo and pernil. Fresh food is a highlight at this family-run spot.

155 Lafayette Ave (Staten Island)

Spanish eatery serving breakfast, sandwiches, mofongo and pernil. Fresh food is a highlight at this family-run spot.

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Pho Saigon

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Warm, family-owned Vietnamese eatery offering all the familiar favorites, from pho to bun.

393 Danforth Ave (Jersey City)

Warm, family-owned Vietnamese eatery offering all the familiar favorites, from pho to bun.

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Casual setting serving soul food specialties such as smothered turkey wings and shrimp mac and cheese, plus rum punch.

379 Van Duzer St (Staten Island)

Casual setting serving soul food specialties such as smothered turkey wings and shrimp mac and cheese, plus rum punch.

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Brazilian spot with steaks, seafood and a selection of cocktails, plus live music.

1 Merchant St (Newark)

Brazilian spot with steaks, seafood and a selection of cocktails, plus live music.

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Laid-back eatery whipping up vegan burgers with meatless patties, plus biscuits, salads and sweet potato fries.

915 Broad St Retail 1 (Newark)

Laid-back eatery whipping up vegan burgers with meatless patties, plus biscuits, salads and sweet potato fries.

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Portuguese-style BBQ joint serving chicken, ribs & other classics in a modest strip-mall setting.

396 South St (Newark)

Portuguese-style BBQ joint serving chicken, ribs & other classics in a modest strip-mall setting.

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Krug's Tavern

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Popular local pub since 1932 serving famous burgers, seafood & ribs. Owned by Jake La Motta family.

118 Wilson Ave (Newark)

Popular local pub since 1932 serving famous burgers, seafood & ribs. Owned by Jake La Motta family.

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Cozy, modern gastropub serving updated American classics, plus craft beer, wine & cocktails.

70 Greene St (Jersey City)

Cozy, modern gastropub serving updated American classics, plus craft beer, wine & cocktails.

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Spanish Sangria

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Old-school Spanish bistro offering a seafood-focused menu, wine & sangria in casual surrounds.

157 Magazine St (Newark)

Old-school Spanish bistro offering a seafood-focused menu, wine & sangria in casual surrounds.

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White Star Bar

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Hearty burgers, sandwiches & other comfort food in a relaxed eatery that has cocktails, wine & beer.

230 Brunswick St #1518 (Jersey City)

Hearty burgers, sandwiches & other comfort food in a relaxed eatery that has cocktails, wine & beer.

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Picnic BBQ

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Establishment grilling Portuguese BBQ fare, including chicken & ribs, in an unadorned locale.

233 Ferry St (Newark)

Establishment grilling Portuguese BBQ fare, including chicken & ribs, in an unadorned locale.

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Brasilia Grill

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Brazilian churrascaria with all-you-can-eat BBQ meats & a salad bar, plus a la carte choices.

99 Monroe St (Newark)

Brazilian churrascaria with all-you-can-eat BBQ meats & a salad bar, plus a la carte choices.

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American eats get an upscale, contemporary spin at this airy spot in a restored building

199 Washington St (Jersey City)

American eats get an upscale, contemporary spin at this airy spot in a restored building

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Harrys Daughter

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Fashionable venue offering home-cooked Caribbean cuisine & craft cocktails in a tropical space.

339 Communipaw Ave (Jersey City)

Fashionable venue offering home-cooked Caribbean cuisine & craft cocktails in a tropical space.

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Casual lunch and breakfast spot serving sandwiches and fresh salads in a cozy atmosphere.

946 Broad St #1 (Newark)

Casual lunch and breakfast spot serving sandwiches and fresh salads in a cozy atmosphere.

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Pulaski BBQ

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Popular, family-friendly restaurant serving chicken, ribs, and other comfort food in a casual setting.

384 Walnut St (Newark)

Popular, family-friendly restaurant serving chicken, ribs, and other comfort food in a casual setting.

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Osteria Santina

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Local eatery famed for a menu of Italian standards such as baked clams, plus catering.

502 Jewett Ave (Staten Island)

Local eatery famed for a menu of Italian standards such as baked clams, plus catering.

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Italian restaurant known for homemade pasta, grilled octopus, and a large patio.

91 Elizabeth Ave (Elizabeth)

Italian restaurant known for homemade pasta, grilled octopus, and a large patio.

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Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

467 Lyons Ave (Newark)

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

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Fava Restaurant

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Cozy, casual setting offering Greek eats, such as octopus, souvlaki, and baked feta, as well as cocktails.

2009 Victory Blvd (Staten Island)

Cozy, casual setting offering Greek eats, such as octopus, souvlaki, and baked feta, as well as cocktails.

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Buddy's JC

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Eatery for classic and offbeat comfort foods such as cereal-stuffed pancakes in rustic digs with a full bar.

247 Washington St (Jersey City)

Eatery for classic and offbeat comfort foods such as cereal-stuffed pancakes in rustic digs with a full bar.

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Late-night lounge for cocktails & dancing, with rotating roster of DJs, plus Latin nights.

118 Stockton St (Newark)

Late-night lounge for cocktails & dancing, with rotating roster of DJs, plus Latin nights.

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Casual spot for fried chicken wings, plus fries, burgers and cheesesteak sandwiches.

876 Manor Rd (Staten Island)

Casual spot for fried chicken wings, plus fries, burgers and cheesesteak sandwiches.

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Hefty seafood platters & grilled meats plus Portuguese wine in a comfy family-run corner restaurant.

148 Delancy St (Newark)

Hefty seafood platters & grilled meats plus Portuguese wine in a comfy family-run corner restaurant.

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The Yard

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Lively restaurant for burgers, oxtail pasta, and fries.

55 Park Pl (Newark)

Lively restaurant for burgers, oxtail pasta, and fries.

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Happening German beer garden offering a wide range of traditional fare & beer in an expansive space.

220 Market Street, 37 Edison Pl (Newark)

Happening German beer garden offering a wide range of traditional fare & beer in an expansive space.

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Buffet restaurant featuring grilled beef as well as other meats, plus a salad bar.

37 Merchant St (Newark)

Buffet restaurant featuring grilled beef as well as other meats, plus a salad bar.

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Real Madrid

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Old-school standby offering a traditional Spanish menu with emphasis on lobster, shrimp & paella.

2075 Forest Ave (Staten Island)

Old-school standby offering a traditional Spanish menu with emphasis on lobster, shrimp & paella.

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Upscale American restaurant & event venue in a rustic stone house with a lakefront patio & gardens.

1150 Clove Rd (Staten Island)

Upscale American restaurant & event venue in a rustic stone house with a lakefront patio & gardens.

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Porta

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Spacious & vibrant pizzeria serving Neapolitan pies, pastas, salads, cocktails & craft beer.

135 Newark Ave (Jersey City)

Spacious & vibrant pizzeria serving Neapolitan pies, pastas, salads, cocktails & craft beer.

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Brazilian street eats & American burgers make up the menu at this quick-serve eatery.

288 Lafayette St (Newark)

Brazilian street eats & American burgers make up the menu at this quick-serve eatery.

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Kung Fu Pho

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Casual restaurant, serving pho and other Vietnamese staples, including summer rolls.

257 Grand St (Jersey City)

Casual restaurant, serving pho and other Vietnamese staples, including summer rolls.

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Refined, old-school dining room serving ample portions of traditional Portuguese & Spanish dishes.

70 Jabez St (Newark)

Refined, old-school dining room serving ample portions of traditional Portuguese & Spanish dishes.

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Down-to-earth venue with a modest ambiance turning out classic & fusion sushi & hibachi meals.

671 Market St (Newark)

Down-to-earth venue with a modest ambiance turning out classic & fusion sushi & hibachi meals.

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Shake Shack

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Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

3 Brewster Rd (Newark)

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

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Cornbread Newark

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Casual restaurant serving soul food such as fried chicken, mac and cheese, and po' boys, plus vegetarian items.

915 Broad St (Newark)

Casual restaurant serving soul food such as fried chicken, mac and cheese, and po' boys, plus vegetarian items.

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Old-school option since 1962 for classic Jewish daytime eats & dinner before Devils' & Nets' games.

32 Branford Pl #2723 (Newark)

Old-school option since 1962 for classic Jewish daytime eats & dinner before Devils' & Nets' games.

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Laid-back eatery serving classic soul food dishes, such as catfish and fried chicken.

37 Commerce St (Newark)

Laid-back eatery serving classic soul food dishes, such as catfish and fried chicken.

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Artful kitchen with repurposed furnishings plating inventive dishes featuring East Asian influences.

318 Communipaw Ave (Jersey City)

Artful kitchen with repurposed furnishings plating inventive dishes featuring East Asian influences.

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Sihana Bistro

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Upscale eatery offering classic Georgian delicacies (khachapuri, paella, steak frites) paired with an extensive wine list and cocktails.

159 Washington St (Newark)

Upscale eatery offering classic Georgian delicacies (khachapuri, paella, steak frites) paired with an extensive wine list and cocktails.

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Pastavino

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Lively, cozy eatery with a menu of classic Italian dishes, plus cocktails, in a stylish dining room.

44 Navy Pier Ct (Staten Island)

Lively, cozy eatery with a menu of classic Italian dishes, plus cocktails, in a stylish dining room.

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Traditional Portuguese seafood dishes with garlicky green sauce plus steaks in an old-world setting.

844 McCarter Hwy (Newark)

Traditional Portuguese seafood dishes with garlicky green sauce plus steaks in an old-world setting.

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VB3 Pizzeria

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Modern Italian cooking paired with creative cocktails, plus live entertainment in a lively setting.

475 Washington Blvd City (Jersey City)

Modern Italian cooking paired with creative cocktails, plus live entertainment in a lively setting.

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Queen Pizza II

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Unfussy outfit dispensing thin-crust pizza by the slice or pie, plus subs, pasta & salads.

48 Commerce St #2 (Newark)

Unfussy outfit dispensing thin-crust pizza by the slice or pie, plus subs, pasta & salads.

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Japanese option offering conveyor-belt sushi and ramen, plus a menu of small plates.

525 Washington Blvd (Jersey City)

Japanese option offering conveyor-belt sushi and ramen, plus a menu of small plates.

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Family-friendly joint serving a breakfast-heavy menu, alongside a lunchtime selection.

224 S Orange Ave (Newark)

Family-friendly joint serving a breakfast-heavy menu, alongside a lunchtime selection.

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BURGERFI

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Casual airport eatery serving up burgers, hot dogs, and chicken sandwiches, plus fries and shakes.

3 Brewster Rd (Newark)

Casual airport eatery serving up burgers, hot dogs, and chicken sandwiches, plus fries and shakes.

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Blue

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Waterfront spot serving American & Mediterranean lunch & dinner menus, plus beer, wine & cocktails.

1115 Richmond Ter (Staten Island)

Waterfront spot serving American & Mediterranean lunch & dinner menus, plus beer, wine & cocktails.

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Casual eatery featuring authentic Portuguese dishes, including shrimp and steaks.

18 Hensler St (Newark)

Casual eatery featuring authentic Portuguese dishes, including shrimp and steaks.

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Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

198 Market St (Newark)

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

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Elevated restaurant with outdoor seating, offering nigiri, sushi rolls, and seafood dishes.

200 Greene St (Jersey City)

Elevated restaurant with outdoor seating, offering nigiri, sushi rolls, and seafood dishes.

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Down-to-earth place dishing up generous portions of traditional pastas & other Italian comfort food.

561 Bloomfield Ave (Newark)

Down-to-earth place dishing up generous portions of traditional pastas & other Italian comfort food.

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Casa Vasca

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Big portions of traditional Basque dishes served in a warm space (with parking) since 1976.

141 Elm St (Newark)

Big portions of traditional Basque dishes served in a warm space (with parking) since 1976.

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30 Burgers

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Local fast-food chain serving a variety of beef & chicken burgers, plus hot dogs & shakes.

772 Broad St (Newark)

Local fast-food chain serving a variety of beef & chicken burgers, plus hot dogs & shakes.

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Down-home restaurant that charcoal grills Portuguese-style BBQ like ribs & chicken.

104 McWhorter St (Newark)

Down-home restaurant that charcoal grills Portuguese-style BBQ like ribs & chicken.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

1447 Richmond Ave (Staten Island)

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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The Corner Pho

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Casual, spacious cafe serving a menu of traditional Vietnamese fare including pho, spring rolls and banh mi.

189 Erie St (Jersey City)

Casual, spacious cafe serving a menu of traditional Vietnamese fare including pho, spring rolls and banh mi.

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All-you-can-eat hot pot restaurant where customers cook their own meats and seafood, as well as enjoy some sushi.

1756 Forest Ave Store 1 Store 1 (Staten Island)

All-you-can-eat hot pot restaurant where customers cook their own meats and seafood, as well as enjoy some sushi.

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The Basement

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Restaurant and bar serving lunch, bison meatballs, and other fare, plus happy hour.

11 Schuyler St (Staten Island)

Restaurant and bar serving lunch, bison meatballs, and other fare, plus happy hour.

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Casual, cozy, Southern-themed eatery (named for a family member) for fried chicken and cocktails plus seafood boil and barbecue.

427 Forest Ave (Staten Island)

Casual, cozy, Southern-themed eatery (named for a family member) for fried chicken and cocktails plus seafood boil and barbecue.

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Forest BBQ

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Small, unassuming eatery providing Portuguese-style barbecue & sides to eat in or take out.

1098 Forest Ave (Staten Island)

Small, unassuming eatery providing Portuguese-style barbecue & sides to eat in or take out.

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Casual eatery offering empanadas, roasted chicken, and other Dominican specialties for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

943 Frelinghuysen Ave (Newark)

Casual eatery offering empanadas, roasted chicken, and other Dominican specialties for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

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South House

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Down-home Southern dishes & clever cocktails whipped up in a rustic setting with eclectic decor.

149 Newark Ave (Jersey City)

Down-home Southern dishes & clever cocktails whipped up in a rustic setting with eclectic decor.

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Duffy's

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Snug, old-fashioned pub known for simple pub grub, especially half-pound burgers.

650 Forest Ave (Staten Island)

Snug, old-fashioned pub known for simple pub grub, especially half-pound burgers.

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BOOTS & BONES

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Family-friendly eatery for American classics like burgers, ribs and mac and cheese.

116 Newark Ave (Jersey City)

Family-friendly eatery for American classics like burgers, ribs and mac and cheese.

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The Kettle Black

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Creatively sauced wings highlight the elevated American pub-grub menu at this laid-back sports bar.

415 Forest Ave (Staten Island)

Creatively sauced wings highlight the elevated American pub-grub menu at this laid-back sports bar.

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The Ashford

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Spacious, warmly-lit stop with high ceilings offering New American fare plus cocktails, beers & TVs.

145 Newark Ave (Jersey City)

Spacious, warmly-lit stop with high ceilings offering New American fare plus cocktails, beers & TVs.

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Beso

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Cozy Spanish restaurant serving tapas, entrees & sangria in a relaxed brick-walled space.

70 Bay St (Staten Island)

Cozy Spanish restaurant serving tapas, entrees & sangria in a relaxed brick-walled space.

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Little Tijuana

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Festive destination with outdoor seating & colorful decor serving tacos, quesadillas & margaritas.

538 Market St (Newark)

Festive destination with outdoor seating & colorful decor serving tacos, quesadillas & margaritas.

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Saigon Cafe

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Relaxed eatery serving a mix of familiar & unique Vietnamese dishes in brick-walled surrounds.

188 Newark Ave (Jersey City)

Relaxed eatery serving a mix of familiar & unique Vietnamese dishes in brick-walled surrounds.

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Sabor Unido

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Family-run nook offering homemade Brazilian & Portuguese comfort food in warm, laid-back digs.

77 Jefferson St (Newark)

Family-run nook offering homemade Brazilian & Portuguese comfort food in warm, laid-back digs.

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Ellie's Bistro

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Casual family-owned Italian bistro with a bar, artisanal wood-fired pizza, and happy hour specials.

20 Green St (Newark)

Casual family-owned Italian bistro with a bar, artisanal wood-fired pizza, and happy hour specials.

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Big stacks of pancakes & other breakfast items plus American & Greek comfort food in diner setting.

426 Jersey Ave (Jersey City)

Big stacks of pancakes & other breakfast items plus American & Greek comfort food in diner setting.

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Local fast-food chain serving fried fish & chicken, shrimp, Buffalo wings & more in a low-key space.

139 Clinton Ave (Newark)

Local fast-food chain serving fried fish & chicken, shrimp, Buffalo wings & more in a low-key space.

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Local fast-food chain serving fried fish & chicken, shrimp, Buffalo wings & more in a low-key space.

362 S Orange Ave (Newark)

Local fast-food chain serving fried fish & chicken, shrimp, Buffalo wings & more in a low-key space.

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Laid-back, brick-lined barbecue joint with sidewalk seats serving an array of hearty plates.

89 Ferry St (Newark)

Laid-back, brick-lined barbecue joint with sidewalk seats serving an array of hearty plates.

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Simple storefront turning out grilled Portuguese-style ribs & chicken for dine in or takeout.

391 Bloomfield Ave (Newark)

Simple storefront turning out grilled Portuguese-style ribs & chicken for dine in or takeout.

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Relaxed place with cast-iron pots, offering an all-you-can-eat Korean menu.

939 Richmond Ave (Staten Island)

Relaxed place with cast-iron pots, offering an all-you-can-eat Korean menu.

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Rumba Cubana

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Cuban restaurant & bar serving traditional dishes, shakes & cocktails in a tropical-themed setting.

235 Pavonia Ave (Jersey City)

Cuban restaurant & bar serving traditional dishes, shakes & cocktails in a tropical-themed setting.

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Chateau of Spain

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Mainstay offering classic Spanish & Portuguese cuisine in a warm, casual setting.

11 Franklin St (Newark)

Mainstay offering classic Spanish & Portuguese cuisine in a warm, casual setting.

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Casual eatery serving pizza, pasta and cheesesteak sandwiches.

258 Mulberry St (Newark)

Casual eatery serving pizza, pasta and cheesesteak sandwiches.

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