From the start of Restaurant Week to the return of Whiskey Fest at Harborside — here’s everything that’s going down in Jersey City this final week of January.
Restaurant Week Begins (through February 7)
Get ready for two weeks of discounted eats. Hudson Restaurant Week kicks off today with lunch and dinner specials throughout Jersey City, Hoboken, Weehawken, and more. Newcomers this year include Lokal, Left Bank Burger Bar, Delenio, and Pianist Envy.
New Hours at Maritime Parc
Seafood restaurant Maritime Parc recently announced its new updated hours. The restaurant will be closed Mondays through Wednesdays. They’re open Thursdays through Saturdays from 5:30pm. Sundays they’re only open for brunch from 11am to 3:30pm. (84 Audrey Zapp Drive)
Zeppelin Hall Food Truck Mondays (Monday)
Zeppelin Hall’s Food Truck Mondays is coming to an end today. The last food truck collab will be with The Original Soupman NYC, which will be parked outside Zeppelin from 5:30pm tonight. (88 Liberty View Drive)
Drink and Draw at Frankie (Tuesday)
Draw your next masterpiece at Frankie’s Drink & Draw — an evening of painting held at Frankie’s 2nd floor private room. You’ll have to bring your own art supplies, but you’ll get to draw a live model from 8pm till 10pm. Admission is $15/pp.
Ani Ramen Soul of Sake (Tuesday)
The first Soul of Sake of the decade is here. Ani Ramen is hosting its monthly Soul of Sake dinner tonight — a night dedicated to pairing sake, whisky, and ramen. Admission is $38/pp and it includes two featured sakes, one featured Suntory whiskey, one appetizer, and your choice of a bowl of ramen. (218 Newark Avenue)
Zeppelin Hall “Hot Stuff” Menu Launch (through February 16)
Let Zeppelin Hall spice up your week. The biergarten is debuting a new, limited-time “Hot Stuff” menu that focuses on all things spicy. It includes Spicy Korean Spare Ribs, a Chipotle Burger, Sriracha Hot-Smoked Wings, and 5-Alarm Chili Nachos. The menu is available through Sunday, February 16. (88 Liberty View Drive)
The Ashford Pride Launch Party (Thursday)
Sure, Pride Fest isn’t till August, but The Ashford is throwing a Pride launch party to celebrate the 20th Annual Jersey City LGBTQ+ Pride Festival. During the event, Hudson Pride will reveal the theme of this year’s festival, which is the Emerald Anniversary of JC Pride. (145 Newark Avenue)
Diesel & Duke Grand Reopening (Thursday)
Although they technically reopened last week, burger shop Diesel & Duke is throwing a grand reopening party from 5pm to 9pm today. The party will include music, giveaways, 2-for-1 specials, and activities for kids. Even better, 20% of the proceeds will be donated to the Boys & Girls Club of Hudson County. (389 Monmouth)
Final JC Burlesque Show at FM (Thursday)
FM’s final days are near and tonight FM is hosting its last LiberTease burlesque show. Admission is $12. (340 Third Street)
Whiskey Fest at Harborside (Friday)
Chase the cold weather away with a few shots of whiskey. The Jersey City Whiskey Festival returns tonight with over 100 styles of whiskey and spirits. Admission is $70/pp. (Harborside Atrium)
