There aren’t a lot of events happening in Jersey City this weekend. However, there are plenty of new places to eat. Plus, with Jersey City Restaurant Week still going strong, there are also a lot of old favorites to revisit. Here are our recommendations on where to eat and drink this weekend.
Where to eat
What: JC Restaurant Week Specials & Deals
When: through February 9
The Jersey City Restaurant Association in partnership with various Jersey City Special Improvement Districts are teaming up for JC Restaurant Week 2021. Over 100 restaurants are offering special 3-course prix fixe menus. Participating restaurants include Hard Grove, Porta, Würstbar, Latham House, Emma’s, Ani Ramen, Freetown Road Project, Paulie’s Brickhouse, Amiya, Just Beclaws, Subia’s Vegan Cafe, and more.
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What: Brunch returns at Lokal
Where: 2 Second Street
After a brief hiatus, brunch returns to Lokal this weekend. Brunch will be served Saturdays and Sundays from 11am till 3pm.
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What: New Menu Launch at The Cottage
Where: 136 Monticello Avenue
The Cottage Jersey City just launched a new menu filled with epic new sandwiches like their house-roasted turkey sandwich. Plus, check out their decadent new desserts including their chocolate mousse cake.
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Recently opened
What: Prato Bakery
Where: 150 Bay Street
Prato Bakery just opened its second Jersey City-based cafe at 150 Bay Street. Unwind with a cup of Italian coffee or indulge in some sweet Italian cookies.
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What: Automat Kitchen
Where: 525 Washington Boulevard
Automat Kitchen is a new contactless restaurant with no wait staff. Orders are placed online/via smartphone/or in person via a kiosk. Food is stored in a locked cubby until you’re ready to claim it via a unique code that’s sent to you via text when your order is ready. In terms of food, Automat Kitchen offers a modern classic comfort food including mac & cheese, chicken pot pie, Massaman curry pot roast, and more.
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What: Efes Grill
Where: 515 Jersey Avenue
A new Mediterranean restaurant just opened in the former AI Pho spot. New Brunswick-based Efes Grill is now open serving kebabs, gyros, and more.
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