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    Blue Eyes Restaurant

    3.4 (454 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Cafes, Italian
    Closed • 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Lobster Fra Diavolo special - terrific!
    Daniel B.

    The restaurant makes you feel like you're in Italy while viewing the NYC skyline! Best of two worlds!! The owner and his family are wonderful - make you feel right at home. The restaurant itself is on a great parcel of land - isolated in a park setting with sweeping views of the Hudson. Very nice! Great specials - had the Lobster fra Diavolo with homemade large rigatoni-like pasta. Excellent! Friends has the Chicken Scarpiello and Chicken Parm - all delicious ! NOTE (July 2026): Construction on parts of Frank Sinatra Dr is making it a bit of a challenge to get here - just take Hudson St going south to 3rd street, make a left to the end, another left to Sinatra Drive and you'll see Blue Eyes up ahead. Also - try their sister restaurant in Nutley - Queen Margherita. Also fantastic with an awesome bakery next store you can order dessert from, at your table!

    Spumoni
    Erik C.

    We have been here multiple times. The owner and staff are top shelf and the food doesn't not disappoint. Highly recommend for food and ambiance.

    Linda W.

    I've written about Blue Eyes before and couldn't pass up the chance to do it again. if you haven't been here in a while, you should definitely make your way to Sinatra Drive. Between the happy hour, the karaoke nights, and the new decor and menu, it's a brand new place. The food remains outstanding, authentic and delicious. I only took two pictures today next time I'll photograph everything!

    Insalata di Mare
    Aarin A.

    Blue Eyes quickly became one of our favorite dining experiences during our trip to Hoboken. The staff is incredibly friendly and very knowledgeable about the menu. My fiancé and I chose to dine here for lunch after it was recommended by our Airbnb hosts, and we're so glad we did. Since we had a full day of exploring ahead, we decided to eat something light and started with the insalata di mare--and wow, it was AMAZING. So fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. Coming from Texas, we wanted to try something we don't normally eat, and this dish did not disappoint. After spending the afternoon walking along the waterfront and exploring Washington Street, we were deciding where to go for dinner and knew immediately that we had to come back to Blue Eyes. This time we sat at the bar and were waited on by Stefany, who was incredibly friendly and welcoming. We had great conversation with her and the owner, who is such a kind and genuine man. He shared his background, his personal favorites from the menu, and even recommended other great food spots in the area--such a thoughtful touch. For dinner, we ordered the petto di pollo parmigiana, and it was truly to die for. From the perfectly breaded chicken to the rich red sauce on the pasta, it was a solid 10/10. We will be recommending Blue Eyes to anyone we meet who's coming to New Jersey. It will definitely be missed when we head back home to Houston--but that just gives us another reason to plan a return trip!

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    Catherine B.

    I ordered the Salmon. It was fine, but nothing special. My companions ordered lasagna and pasta/shrimp. Again, it was all just "ok." Pros: 1) Great view right on the Hudson River overlooking the NYC skyline 2) Super convenient if visiting Stevens Institute of Technology 3) Delicious tiramisu for dessert 4) Service was ok -- fast delivery of food. They seemed a little overwhelmed because of a private party going on. Cons: 1) Food (except for tiramisu) was just "ok." 2) Food, for that price, should be better than "ok." 3) My tiny espresso cup was half-empty for $3.

    Complimentary Bread (07/08/23). @BlueEyesHoboken #Hoboken #NewJersey #ItalianFood #FrankSinatra
    Jeff B.

    (Dined 07/08/2023 SA @ 6:00pm): I'm sure "Ol' Blues Eyes" would've appreciated this restaurant in his hometown with a view of New York City right across the Hudson River! On my last visit, a dear friend and I vowed to return to Blue Eyes Restaurant for a meal due to our love for Frank Sinatra. A modern Italian eatery located in a relaxing waterfront park along the Hudson River, this was a wonderful place for people-watching while you wasted the day away. As we kicked back and caught up with each other, did we swoon over Blue Eyes' cuisine!? PURCHASE Bread (COMP): Large slices served with homemade marinara sauce, this was a lovely way to start the meal. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=mIF7_ZokZ6aNPiH1yCppuA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw 2020 Gavi di Gavi Villa Sparina Piemonte White Wine 4floz Glass ($14.00): Crisp and refreshing with notes of lemongrass and tropical fruits. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=1zEiXFDoBveJIWAzWZ1HKQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw 2020 Rosé Cote de Provence Jacourette Red Wine 4floz Glass ($13.00): Dry and light, easy drinking with notes of raspberry. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=iL-ClzyIhqKnr32PYljcwQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Polpetta di Granchio Maryland Style Crab Cake ($21.00): Served on a bed of spring mix and chipotle aioli, this was a meaty mound of breaded crab that was quickly devoured. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=ciWxwo6N3VYuSSluotZIGw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Spignola Nera Cajun Style Black Bass ($36.00): Served on a bed of arugula salad with roasted potatoes topped with mango salsa, the bass had a nice subtle crunchy outside and a moist inside but wished it was a bigger piece of fish. The potatoes were lovely but seemed like an afterthought. And, I loved the mango salsa and wanted more. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=sekzHpQjuoKfbw_z1BDceQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Petto di Pollo alla Parmigiana ($26.00): Large breaded chicken cutlet topped with mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce served with penne pasta, the chicken was moist and tender while the pasta was perfectly prepared. The bread paired well to scrape any remaining sauce. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=fNoVUrU8pxZYff-Sm4uIVg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Hazelnut Truffle Ice Cream ($8.00): A small scoop not nearly enough to share, it was good but disappointing. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=P6I0aQLaZjTCWWzqOdPRAA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw SERVICE We were eventually greeted by a young man once we walked up to the outdoor seating area. We easily grabbed one of several open tables and each handed a menu. We were quick to order drinks which came out minutes later, but we took forever to decide on what to eat which I'm sure annoyed our server. We finally placed our food order, got some water for the "lil' black beast", and slowly each dish arrived. As it got busier, the service suffered as it took awhile to get our empties cleared away and then get the check. Thankfully, it was a chillaxing time. PARKING (Street Only; N/A this instance) We walked from my friend's relatively nearby place. Otherwise, as was the case for much of Hoboken, there were limited spots along the main drag of Frank Sinatra Dr. and all surrounding streets unless you were lucky enough to find an empty spot, or you took public transportation which stopped nearby - nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE Although there was a sizable brick & mortar with inside dining, we opted for the beauty of the outdoor patio https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=-5lOa5bxo5zWzKDNQUvLKQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw which had plenty of tables and views all around. I mean... you had views of the New York City skyline and a Frank Sinatra bronze statue! As you'd imagine, there was plenty of natural lighting since we were outdoors while minimal electric and street lights filled in the rest. There were no TVs nor any background music (should've had some Sinatra at least). https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=aqpaHnqS0xgsHbPloWpCXw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL We probably enjoyed the surrounding atmosphere of Blue Eyes Restaurant more than the restaurant itself. Thankfully, they allowed our furry family member outside (he loved to be with his hoomans!), and the menu was extensive enough albeit I preferred less modern and more authentic dishes. I felt the prices were on the elevated side, the portions good, and the service too casual without immediacy. I found fairly good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $159.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 3.5 STARS

    Menu!

    Great food, service, and view! Went here for my anniversary and it did not disappoint. The servers were very attentive, the food was delicious, and the view of the pier was gorgeous.

    Mike P.

    Incredible pizza & pasta, incredible view. Great spot to enjoy an evening in Hoboken. Minutes from the light rail / path/ right along the water.

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    Susie D.

    The view, the service, and the food was incredible! You have direct view of the skyline and are right by the water from almost anywhere that you sit in the restaurant. The owner is very Italian as is many of the servers who all make you feel so welcome and cared for. As for the pizzas - chefs kiss - loved it! It's simple, clean, and good. They have a brick oven where the pizzas come out nice and hot. We ordered Margarita and capricciosa. I'd order the capricciosa - it comes with two types of meat, mushrooms, olives, and artichokes - so good. The appetizers of frittura and burrata con prosciutto could have been done without - it wasn't mind-blowing and quantity was average, but taste still was good as expected. The pasta was average. Drinks are really good, I ordered a blue eyes - mango nectar with Prosecco.

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    Great place !! Excellent food must try. Reasonable price and friendly staff. Fun cocktails and good specials as well.

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    Sadly, terrible food, and overpriced. I would certainly look for other places in the area.

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    Is this byob?

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    street parking, which can be a pain especially on weekends.

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    I don't know for sure, but my guess would be that there would be a wait for outdoor seating at 7:30, especially on a Friday. The view is wonderful and if the weather is pleasant, Sinatra Park area is very popular with the locals.

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