I don't often take the time to leave reviews, but this experience absolutely deserved one…read more The food was outstanding from start to finish. Every course was delicious, beautifully prepared, and exceeded expectations. That alone would have made for a great evening. What truly made the experience exceptional, however, was our server, Kyle. Having managed fine dining restaurants myself and dined at many high-end establishments, I pay close attention to service. While this isn't marketed as fine dining, Kyle delivered a level of service that absolutely was. His attention to detail, professionalism, and cleanliness were second to none. After every course, he didn't simply clear plates... he thoroughly cleaned and reset the table with a level of care and precision that I honestly haven't seen from a server in a very long time, anywhere. Every detail was handled seamlessly, making each course feel like a fresh dining experience. Kyle elevated an already fantastic meal into a truly memorable one. Restaurants can teach the mechanics of service, but genuine hospitality and pride in your work are much harder to find. Kyle clearly has both. The kitchen deserves compliments for an excellent meal, but Kyle deserves recognition for providing some of the best service I've experienced in years. He's a tremendous asset to your restaurant, and I hope his hard work is recognized.

Had a good experience here. I liked how creative the dishes were, combining Italian and Japanese…read moreflavors pretty well. The jalapeño pesto was smart, but it was missing something. Parmigiano Reggiano would've hit the spot on my dish. The octopus carpaccio was great. Mocktails were good. Cool interior vibe and prompt service.

Food (5/5): The pork adobo was awesome! Super delicious! We also got Tortang Talong (eggplant),…read morePork Belly, Ny Strip, Branzino, and Squid Ink Palabok. All the dishes were solid. Service (5/5): Really friendly and prompt service. Great the staff here! Ambiance (5/5): Really cool and chill ambiance. Feels modern with nice plants and good lighting.

Food 4.5/5 Drinks 3.5/5…read more Dessert 3/5 Came back to Next Door Provisions since they are easily my favorite Filipino spot in the area so far. Bonus points to them for being so pup-friendly! The Kare-Kare is still just as amazing as I remembered. I love that they rotate their menu, which gave us the perfect excuse to try a few new dishes this time around: Fishballs (4.75/5): These had a great texture that felt more like a fish cake, and the sauce pairing was delish Crab Rice (4.5/5): Really enjoyed this! It had a delicious flavor and a rich, risotto-style consistency NY Strip (4/5): A solid, basic steak. Nothing incredibly unique about it, but it was still well-cooked and tasty Eggplant Omelette / Tortang Talong (3.75/5): Decent, but this one just wasn't particularly to my personal taste. Ube Cheesecake (3/5): You can definitely taste the authentic ube flavor, but the texture was a bit grainy and the sweetness level was a little too high for me. Note on drinks: We tried the Watermelon Lemonade, Mango Guava, and Thai Iced Tea, they all lean quite sweet, which isn't my personal preference, and they serve coffee from Lavazza. But my friends enjoyed their bevs! Still one of my absolute go-tos in the area

Awesome food, can't wait to go there again. The chicken wings and shrimp fried rice. Yummyread more

We stopped at Mamak House on our way to the Liberty Science Center. First of all the service was…read moretop notch. We got there just before they opened for lunch and they were very gracious about it. They let us in early and seated us with a smile. We were also there with our little baby and the waitress was so sweet to him. I really appreciated how kind and patient they were with us. The restaurant is really no-frills but I still enjoyed the vibe. It seems like they have a lot of regulars, and the restaurant quickly filled up with large tables for lunch. We ordered the Hainanese Chicken, the Kari Mee, and the Roti Canai. I really liked the Hainanese Chicken and the rice it came with was delicious. It was cooked perfectly and was so tender and comforting. I also really enjoyed the Kari Mee. I was so flavorful and full of chicken and veggies. The broth was rich, and just what I expected. I also enjoyed the Roti Canai, but I feel like the bread was a little too crispy and we totally made a mess at the table. It was also hard to dip because it just kept flaking apart. The curry for the roti also could've been thicker, but overall this dish was also amazing. Definitely worth the pit stop!

Got pho tai chin, cha gio, goi cuon, and rau ma and everything was 10/10. The portions are huge,…read morethe rau ma was fresh, and I usually don't finish my entire bowl of pho but there was nothing left by the time I was done! The meat was tender from start to finish and the broth was aromatic and not oily. We were a party of 10 and everyone's dishes looked amazing, especially the rice and bun dac biet dishes!! Service was also 10/10, super patient and kind with a large party. It was my grandma's birthday so everyone wished her well and was super kind. They went above and beyond to make her feel special and sung louder than us when we sang her happy birthday with cake! The interior is extremely spacious and clean, the windows let in nice natural light, and there is an abundance of parking in the plaza.

Came here for lunch on a weekday with a large group of people and was immediately seated. We…read moreordered a variety of different dishes on the menu from rice to vermicelli to pho and more. Overall, my com tam (rice) special tastes decent, nothing wow. The pho lacks a flavor in broth. The meat in the spring roll had gone bad. When we bit into it, we can taste the meat is spoiled. It's gross. We have to ask for the several dish to be removed and reordered something else. Two people in our party ordered the same dish where spring rolls were served and both complained about it. The employee thought it may be undercooked and took the spring rolls to re-cook it. Again, it tastes the same. Note: Watch out for their chili oil. Omg, it's extra spicy and this is coming from a gal who can handle spice well. The che (old dessert) is good. Parking is available in the plaza and off street.

Supper good can recommend for sure!…read more 10 out of 10 All payment forms accepted All is upper high quality All organic Halal/ Vegan/ Feed grass beef All dishes were top. A lot of variety's read menu carefully Can recommend lemonade super good All payment forms accepted Good stuff

A neat little spot with fun, creative Asian-fusion dumplings, but the overall execution and pricing…read moreleft me a bit on the fence. The Good: The concept is cool, and you can tell they put a lot of thought into unconventional dumpling stuffings and unique flavor pairings. The Bad: For a casual dumpling and noodle joint, it ends up being surprisingly pricey. Also, some of the fusion flavor profiles can be a bit hit-or-miss depending on your palate--not every creative combo quite hits the mark. It's a fun spot to check out if you're looking to try something different, but given the price and mixed flavor results, I'm probably in no rush to make it a regular rotation.

This is my absolute favorite restaurant, and I would definitely recommend trying it if you're…read moreconsidering it! They rarely disappoint, except today on one tiny thing: the cornbread. Unfortunately, the short rib bao buns, my favorite item, were also sold out. I have been here several times, and this time they changed the size of the cornbread. Before, you got a whole cornbread muffin, but now you only get half for the same $6. Half a piece of cornbread is kind of ridiculous. It's barely two bites. The service and ambiance were as amazing as always, but the cornbread portion was disappointing. The flavor was amazing as usual, but the size change felt a little greedy. I know the menu changes often, so please bring back the old portion size. Thank you!

(Dined/Drank 09/22/2026 TU @ 5:00pm): A tiki bar "hidden" in this cellar located at 335 Newark Ave!…read more In my quest to explore the various cuisine scenes and things to do throughout Jersey City and specifically the Heights, I was excited to visit the only tiki bar in the area... Cellar 335. If you knew me, I was all about the tiki culture, aloha shirts, boardshorts, and flip-flops. So, when I found out about this place at the 2025 All About Downtown Street Fair, I made a point to get here the next time I was in town. Founded by renowned chef Jamie Knott and business partner Bob Palmer in 2016, they were celebrating their 10-year anniversary as of this review. Would I return to this cellar address for some exotic escapism!? PURCHASE(S) Brain Freeze Frozen Daiquiri Cocktail ($5.00 HH): Made with Probitas rum, lime, and spirulina, this was an interesting intro to this place, but I rolled with it. I loved the color while the drink itself was fine. Korean Style Chicken Wings w/Garlic-Soy 6pc ($10.00 HH): Honestly, these were da bomb! Plump, an amazing crispy crunch, and juicy tenderness paired with the finger-licking sauce I chose, one order was perfect, but another would've been diabolically perfect! Avocado Fried Rice Shared Plate ($10.00 HH): Made with napa cabbage, egg, sesame, and soy sauce all topped with thin slices of avocado, I was pleasantly surprised by the portion size, the tastiness of this dish, and the avocado added such an intriguing flavor. Fried rice shouldn't be praised to the tiki gods, but this dish deserved to be!I wasn't sharing this with anyone. Shaken Daiquiri Cocktail ($5.00 HH): A straight-up daiquiri made with light rum, lime, and sugar, it wet my whistle, but I wanted something more. Mango Crusader Cocktail ($14.00): Made with mango, allspice, citrus, and rum, you had me at mango! Seriously, this tropical elixir was mangonificent! Coconut Buster Cocktail ($14.00): Made with guava, almond, orange, coconut, and rum, the almond flavor (orgeat?) stood out the most for me... and I was fine with that. Housemade Cornbread Snack ($6.00): Made with honey, butter, parmesan, and scallion, this was the furthest from anything tiki, but this tropical take on a southern peasant dish did right by me with its moistness and the dried coconut shavings. SERVICE I was warmly greeted by a friendly woman whom I believed was the manager, and a young man fresh on the job behind the bar when I casually staked a barstool close to the end of the bar. While my drinks and food orders, respectively, were dealt with swiftly, the woman provided cool information about the place. After a couple hours of enjoying the atmosphere, I settled the bill and said my salutations - mahalo! PARKING (FREE; N/A this instance): This was a moot point since I walked the flat 20-minute distance from my friend's place. No parking lots in sight, there seemed to be random spots along the main drag of Newark Ave. and all surrounding side streets - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A cavernous-like dark spacious cellar with a festive long bar directly on your left and a room filled with a ton of tables and some cool framed pictures and murals on the walls. Minimal natural lighting came through the front door and windows while dim electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. I didn't notice any TVs nor recall any background music except for the growing conversations as people rolled in. ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in an aloha shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I would definitely return to Cellar 335 to try more of their cocktail concoctions and delectable dishes. I lived a sort of tiki lifestyle, this place did a very good job representing that, and they were the only tiki-specific place in town as far as I knew. Also this first visit was strictly to check out the limited happy hour (MO-TH 5pm-6pm), I was sold on what they were offering. I loved the two dishes and traditional tropical cocktails I ordered, but the daiquiris kind of fell flat for me. The prices were elevated, the service was friendly and personal, and the experience was chill and laid back (as it should be!) as I spoke with strangers who sat next to me. Oddly enough, I felt the place wasn't kitschy enough. Plus, I always preferred to support small mom & pop businesses. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $69.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS

This is a very quirky restaurant with great food…read more It's fun for a casual night. The restaurant is run by one guy who is the chef and waiter. You have to wait until it is your turn for him to cook your food. The menu is confusing and difficult to understand, but basically it is pad thai, noodle soup or a crepe all with your choice of protein. We had the beef crepe and chicken pad thai. Both were excellent.

Prince & I feels less like a restaurant and more like being invited into someone's home for dinner…read more-- in the best way possible. From the moment we walked in, the owner personally seated us and ended up cooking our food himself. He has a quirky, memorable personality that adds to the charm of the whole experience. It's the kind of place where you can tell the food is made with intention rather than being rushed out of a big commercial kitchen. The dishes were packed with flavor and tasted very authentic. You can really tell the ingredients and spices are balanced the way Thai food should be -- bold, savory, a little spicy, and deeply satisfying. Everything we ordered had great texture and presentation as well. Overall, it was a unique dining experience with authentic flavors and a memorable host. If you're looking for a polished corporate restaurant this isn't it -- but if you want something personal, quirky, and genuinely delicious, Prince & I is absolutely worth visiting. Would definitely come back!!

A tiny restaurant with BIG flavors!…read more I honestly did not expect the food to be this amazing! It's a small and unassuming restaurant from the outside, but the food is anything but ordinary. Our waitress was so lovely, sweet, and welcoming, and she gave us some great recommendations. I went with the Hokkaido Scallop Crudo and the Mushroom Noodle, which was a new item and both were absolutely delicious! My friend ordered the Filet Mignon Banh Mi Sando, and she absolutely loved it. Everything came out so flavorful that we basically forgot about taking pictures and just devoured our food. Honestly, the fact that I have zero pictures might be the best review I can give. We were too busy enjoying every bite! Now we'll just have to go back... for the food and to finally take pictures. Definitely a hidden gem worth checking out!

Wanted to try Kat Khao for some time as we were craving some Vietnamese food. Granted, this isn't…read moretraditional Vietnamese food, but it's more Asian Fusion. First, the decor inside is really nice. Whoever handled the interior design did an excellent job. Really dope ambiance with the walls and lighting. To start, we ordered the Vegan Summer Rolls. This was really really good. Love how the rolls were generously filled with veggies. Made eating with chopsticks a little tougher, but a challenge worth pursuing. For the veggie meal, I went with the Crispy Eggplant. This is worth coming back for. It was a very generous portion, but you got a lot of kick with the five spice and the extra chili. Even though it's just eggplant, it fills you up without any doubt. Unfortunately, my other half wanted to try the prawns and it was a bit too difficult for her to eat because it was overcooked. Also, we tried the ube tiramisu and didn't really feel the fusion elements in it. It was okay, just nothing special. I'll come back for the eggplant and the summer rolls. If there's another veggie option in the fall, I may consider that. TBD on whether my other half will return though. 4 for me overall, but with caveats.

Hidden gem in deep jersey city! The food and service were…read moregreat! for the banh mi, I really liked how the bread was a little crispy and warm. for the pho, the broth was flavourful and the portion was good!

Took a trip down central Avenue to the SAIGON BISTRO…read more Decided to give this place a shot and it was on point. Place was small with very little tables but the food spoke for itself. We started with the fried dumplings and I ordered the grilled chicken plater and my company ordered the beef pho. I can only imagine how warming that pho is come winter time it was delicious and we will make us visit again. The service was fast and made easy. Worth a spot all together the food ended up being around 40 bucks plus tip.

Henry Wok is the best of both worlds: a Chinese restaurant inside a dive bar. Or maybe it's vice…read moreversa. Whichever it is, Henry Wok has some of the best Chinese food in JC. Perhaps because the taste is spot on like what I used to eat in NYC. The service is good, the ladies taking the orders are always nice. My favorite dish is the General Tso's chicken. But, every dish I had there has been solid so far. My only qualm is that the prices have gone up quite a bit over the last few years. Nevertheless, if you want good Chinese food, you can't go wrong with it here!

You get what you paid for. Affordable fried rice paired with some meats. They get it out quick and…read moreclean. And honestly it's so clutch for them being open late and during some holidays. Not being open Mondays kinda gets me because those are the days I be craving fried rice. I do feel like they could season the rice more. I don't know if it's the bean sprouts that took all the seasoning or I'm not ordering correctly. Do I still come here regardless, hell yes. You cannot beat it's price and portions. My favorite is the fried chicken wings with rice.