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Bobwhite Counter

4.5 (268 reviews)
Closed • 10:30 am - 10:00 pm
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Spicy Chicken Sandwich BBQ Biscuit Mac '& Cheese Hand Cut Fries
Latoya L.

I was in the area and Came here on a Friday for lunch. The place was very clean and busy. I Ordered a bbq chicken biscuit, spicy chicken sandwich, mac and cheese, fries, and a black cherry soda. Everything came up to almost $30. The food came out less than 5 min later piping hot, the food was sooo good. The chicken was fresh and juicy, not dry. And the chicken sandwich was actually spicy, the meat was well seasoned. And the biscuits were so soft. I would pass on the mac and cheese. I live 50 min away and would defiantly come back.

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Jeff M.

Bobwhite Counter: The wrap was packed with large chunks of chicken and croutons. The dressing was thick in texture. As a bonus, there are community board games to play while you are dining.

Jason P.

Great experience here. Lovely location tucked away in a quieter residential section of Jersey City. Close to the water offering some amazing views of the NYC Skyline along the Hudson River. Be sure to make time for a walk before or after you eat. Parking can be tough but we were able to find a spot two short blocks aways on a Saturday afternoon. Ordered tenders, fries and sides. Food came out in about 10 minutes. Prices are a bit more expensive than "fast food" but worth it. Tenders, fries, biscuit and a drink will cost about $16ish. Everything was very good...definitely a few steps above fast food places. The space was clean and well-maintained. There are lots of board games separated by age ranges from toddler to adult...comes in very handy for those with kids. All staff we encountered were very nice.

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Tina T.

That's it - game over. Whatever other fried chicken place you were thinking, forget that. Bob White's Counter is a hidden gem in Paulus Hook, just steps from the water. True to its name, there is a line of stools by the counter you can eat, but there are also indoor and outdoor tables. The food is just fantastic. Made to order, the chicken comes out piping hot, with a crispy exterior and is moist within. The biscuit is a mouthful of heavenly fluffiness. And I can't say enough about the collard greens. Otherwise, the establishment is a warmly lit place, with a simple menus that sticks to the classics. This *is* a fried chicken place - that's is what they do and do best. Don't come here asking for a burger. I hope nothing ever changes.

Chalita P.

Finally crossed this place off the list to try. I've been meaning to come to bobwhite and get myself a chicken Caesar salad wrap and it's truly something I never had before. There's croutons which gives it a crunch. You got your fried chicken chunks and it's drizzled in ranch dressing, what's not to love? I also ordered the chipotle ranch fried chicken and unfortunately that was average. It wasn't saucy enough and the fried chicken was too dry and not nearly as juicy as others I've had. Verdict for me is to skip the sandwich and get the wrap. ---- I came back a week later and tried their Buffalo chicken sandwich and they truly redeemed themselves. This one was saucy throughout and not just a little dollop on the corner. Absolutely much better than the chipotle ranch I had last week. Must get!!

Interior (07/11/23). @BobwhiteCounter #JerseyCity #FriedChicken
Jeff B.

(Dined 07/11/23 TU @ 6:30pm): I would counter that a bobwhite was a quail and not a chicken! An afternoon of drinking and only pretzel bites at 902 Brewing Co. led us to Bobwhite Counter for some real sustenance before we headed home. This location was close to my friend's work, and she highly-recommended it. I was always down for fried chicken and Cajun Southern cuisine, so she didn't have to twist my arm. Would this chicken counter be exactly what we needed!? PURCHASE Poland Spring Water 16.9floz Bottle ($1.79): We were parched after our beer-drinking afternoon. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=H74yKqexrVEpkbZuf05TiQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Boylan Bottling Co. Root Beer 12floz Bottle ($3.69): One of my favorite root beer brands, I simply had to have this with my meal. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=duhunOvcGqz3vR6Zn6b2UQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Raspberry Iced Tea 16floz Cup ($3.19): Freshly-brewed, semi-sweet, and refreshing. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=kKwhHzZrrKk_YFscxELL1A&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Lemonade 16floz Cup ($4.49): Homemade lip-smacking semi-tart goodness. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=uMJt-KPXBoLIKYJVU7oXZQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Chicken, Pickle, & Ranch Biscuit ($5.79): A simple tasty slider-sized morsel that lacked much of the included ingredients. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=czipBBC6qbg3XxGZAqlq-g&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Spicy Chicken Sandwich ($8.39): Made with bread & butter pickles and mayo on a toasted roll, this lacked in spiciness and portion size which left me truly disappointed. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=LUPpJZ8UV4BbwN3GdVZDCw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Biscuit ($1.19): Homemade, buttery, and flaky... give me more, please. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=D6MaeHMRpR-pX0E2PsQ5vw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Blackeyed Peas, Collards, & Tomatoes ($4.59): A hint of good Cajun dirty spiciness, I only wished it was a bigger portion for the price. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=jTQ_BX4QiW-9dQ__MsbtFQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Mac 'N Cheese ($4.99): Baked corkscrew pasta with a ton of cheese and some burnt bits, this was lovely but pricey. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=Q6fkXJRiPxwCcjL2aJvE9w&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Chocolate Brownie ($4.69): Housemade and soft that it dissolved in your mouth. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=kuDV1g4Djc9ccTiyf17pDw&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw SERVICE We were immediately greeted by a young man behind the counter who was ready for our order. I had to review the menu for a bit but eventually ordered like a starving lunatic. Minutes later, my number was called, I collected our bagged order, and easily found a table outside where there wasn't any table service which was fine. The service was straightforward - all was good! PARKING (Varied: N/A this instance) We took the light rail to the Essex St. stop and walked about 10 minutes through the waterfront area. They had no onsite lot. Otherwise, there appeared to be limited spots along the main drag of Warren St. and nearby surrounding side streets; take public transportation - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE An open clean space https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=snEPFXZGq88OdjaQMpSo6g&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw with the feel that you were either in a kitchen or waiting room with the pronounced tiling, there were several legible menus hung on the wall behind the counter, several chairs/tables, and a row of low stools that bordered the counter. We opted for an outdoor sidewalk table. Plenty of natural lighting came through the large front glass windows and front door while a mix of soul-sucking fluorescent and hung electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. There were no TVs while smooth R&B music played in the background. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=Hqt5lNW_kUXCaLFCWoUjhQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I liked Bobwhite Counter and appreciated the Southern-style cuisine. However, generally speaking I felt the price/value comparison was off, I wished there were meal deals versus everything a la carte (unless I missed something). The menu was simple and streamlined with slight variations. The food and service were fine. And, whenever possible I liked to support small family-owned businesses. I found fairly good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $46.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 3.5 STARS

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Shawnie P.

My nephew lives near this restaurant in Union Square, Manhattan, NY and said we need to try them out and that we wouldn't be disappointed. Oh he was right! I throughly enjoyed my food! This southern style chicken spot is exactly what I needed. Way better than most chicken sandwiches I've had including the over-rated Chick-fil-A. The chicken sandwich was the right size, the right flavors that really hit the spot. I combined the sandwich with their mac & cheese and a sweet ice tea which was amazing. My meal was pretty effing good...thanks nephew! Their menu also includes buckets of chicken, chicken strips, buffalo chicken sandwich, black-eyed peas, fries, coleslaw, desserts, etc. Another thing I love is that you come in and order your food and your food is ready pretty fast. You have the option of sitting inside, which is very limited, or sitting outside. This is a small restaurant just like everything else in the area. I saw a lot of people pick up and go which is always an option if you live nearby or are in a hurry. The service was friendly and quick. This will definitely be one of my go to spots when I'm back in the city.

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Jordan C.

This place is AMAZING totally elevated fried chicken ! But my absolute favorite was the ranch chicken biscuit sando with pickles . Locations all over Manhattan but the one in Jersey is clutch as well ! Service was quick and the ice tea was too delicious!

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The food here was amazing! I hope they never close, because I eat here every week. Definitely worth trying!

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Food is amazing . And it didnt take long at all even with all the customers.would definitely come again 10/10

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Soooo sad they took their bone-in chicken out!!! That's the main and only reason we came here all the time! Please bring it back

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Ask the Community - Bobwhite Counter

What kind of oil do you fry with?

Good afternoon. We use Beef Tallow in our fryers.

Are there any gluten free meat options?

All of our fried chicken is breaded, which contains flour. Our Grilled Chicken (Jersey City only) should be fine. Obviously, it cannot be ordered as a sandwich. If you have a severe allergy to gluten, I do not think you should order any chicken… Read more

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