Frankie pulls double duty as both a great brunch spot and a great dinner spot. There's nothing on the menu that hasn't been good. The smoked salmon in the full Aussie breakfast and ricotta pancakes will for sure make you want to come back, alongside the most delightfully orange eggs (as they should be) I've seen in a while. Dinner? I've enjoyed both curries, the chicken, and the fish. I don't really have a go to since I do tend to pay attention to the specials... The cocktails are great, and my two stand outs are the margarita and the Girl in Amber. They have a small but eclectic wine selection and a nice variety of local beers. If you are going low key, they have some nice fresh pressed juices as well. Service is quick, there's usually room at the bar, and the outdoor seating is perfect when the weather is nice. Good, Aussie-forward vibes all around. Oh, and yes, there's Vegemite on the menu if you really want to commit. I've yet to do so. read more

Frankie is an Australian restaurant that pulls influence from several different Asian and middle eastern flavors. They have flatbreads, small plates and mains. We tried the Muhammara and Kimchi fried chicken. The Muhammara was delicious! The fried chicken was flavorful and tender. It has a unique kimchi taste. For the mains we had Meat Pie and the Bucatini All' Amatriciana. The puff pastry on the meat pie was incredible flaky but not crumbly . It was perfectly done. The Bucatini was light and nice. Service was prompt! Our server was good and ensured they brought out our food quickly read more

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Cute Aussie joint in Jersey City. Came here for brunch. Some interesting Aussie brunch options here such as the Welsh Rarebit which was an interesting rich combination of cheese and Worcestershire. The full English was decent. Not as rich and hearty as a standard English breakfast but decent nonetheless. Overall a cute lil joint. Food was alright. Decent place if you wanna get some Aussie grub. Otherwise nothing over the moon outstanding. read more

Frankie - Welsh Rarebit & Poached Eggs, Full English - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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A bit pricey, but very tasty. I got the massaman curry dish, and it was delicious. The watermelon margarita was a unique, well crafted cocktail. The inside has a retro, yet polished feel. I sat outdoors since the weather was nice. Our waitress was very friendly, so overall a good experience. read more

Frankie - Watermelon Margarita - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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Food was incredible and service was awesome. Had the kimchi fried chicken - must get. Garganelli was also delish. And good fries too. Still finding the best spots in JC but this one didn't disappoint! read more

Frankie - Garganelli - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

I give this a 5/5 for the drinks but a 2/5 for the food. The cocktail I got (Silver Spring) was one of the best I've actually ever had - it was like a mezcal pisco sour that was super light. The one in the frog cup was also mezcal based and gave off notes of apple/cinnamon/pumpkin spice? The food was just ok - not the best burger/fries and the meat pie had a dry crust and kind of sour filling. I'd just come for HH. read more

Frankie - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Decor is adorable. We really liked the vibes inside. Everything we ordered was amazing, all vegetarian. Corn ribs were my favorite. Service was very friendly. Not the fastest, so leave a little time to savor. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Visiting for the weekend, we were so lucky to be able to snag a dinner reservation on a Friday night. Just from the name alone I had no idea what type of cuisine I was in for but heard rave reviews from Jersey City natives. I started off with very refreshing watermelon margarita and we went for the kimchi wings, lebna and crab fried rice. The crab rice was my gold medal winner, generous portions! The kimchi chicken was flavor packed and juicy! The Lebna (sorry not sure of that what it was called) was like a lemon hummus and out of this world!!! Highly recommend this spot! read more

Came back! Haven't been here in so long. They have happy hour all night on Wednesday which is a great deal. $10 cocktails normally $15 and a burger and beer deal for $22. Which is more affordable than other beer and burger happy hour deals in the area. Their burger is my favorite. Super flavorful. The side salad was good it was just drenched in dressing. The chocolate peanut butter milkshake mainly tasted like peanut butter. The whipped cream was yummy and super rich and they had a chocolate peanut butter candy on the top, The wait staff are amazing!! I love sitting outside here, such a nice covered area. Upping the stars back to 5! read more

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A fun restaurant with good food. We went for brunch and really enjoyed the food. Service was friendly but a little spotty. A nice vibe though. I'll try them again. read more

Frankie - Fried Chicken Sandwich - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Returning to Frankie for brunch (after 5 years), I was disappointed by the poor service from the bearded host. From the moment we arrived, the bearded male host was dismissive, ignoring our wait and refusing to move us from a high-traffic spot (while there were empty tables). After 40 minutes, our polite inquiry about our food was met with a cold, unapologetic response "we have 60ppl here today". The decent food (actually fresh and tasty) was completely overshadowed by the deeply disappointing and unwelcoming, actually rude service. Would be no stars if it wasn't for the decent food. read more

Frankie - The table just right in the middle of the walkway from the kitchen. I was getting bumped by the waiters just about every min. - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Phenomenal! I got the fried chicken sandwich which was very delicious. You can also get half pints here which is neat. read more

Frankie - Fried Chicken Sandwich and half pint of Guinness - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Somewhat disappointed. This was our second visit and chose to pick it again only because they have a covered patio and is pup friendly. The service is great, they have heaters to keep the patio warm and cozy, the interiors are super cute. But the food missed the mark. Maybe it was what we ordered. The lamb burger, ricotta pancakes and the fish burger. The drinks are great though. Definitely will be back to try the regular menu. read more

Frankie - Pancakes - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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I took friends from Brooklyn here the other night and everything was great! Vibes were on point with the lighting, music selection and not too busy for a Friday night. Service was on point as well with great suggestions and my friend was not charged additional for getting both fries and salad as her side! To be honest, thats what tipped the scale for me. The curry short rib was so good, just enough spice, very tender and great flavor. My other friend got the meat pie, which sounded questionable, but he cleaned his plate. They've earned all 5 stars. :) read more

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We had a great experience at Frankie in their private dining room (upstairs)! The brunch menu was pre-picked as well as the drinks menu, and my guests greatly enjoyed the food/beverages. The waitstaff was attentive/thoughtful, and I would definitely recommend to book for your next event! read more

Frankie - Private Dining Room - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Vibes vibes vibes. I came here on a Friday night with my wife. As soon as I entered I noticed the awesome music that was being played. It was chill soul samples that usually a restaurant does not have playing. After about 5 minutes of sitting at our table, I noticed there was a DJ by the bar mixing records. I thought that was a great touch. I love listening to great music on a Friday night after a hard week at work. After ordering our drinks I ordered an appetizer of hummus and kimchi fried chicken. We typically get hummus everywhere we go that offers it and this place did not disappoint. The hummus was different than any other hummus I've tasted. I can't quite put my finger on it but it was different in a good way. Tasted very fresh. The kimchi fried chicken came with little bib lettuce wraps so you can make kind of a taco with the wrap. It had a nice white dipping sauce. Also. The flavors were amazing. For my main I ordered the grilled branzino because I was trying to eat healthy this night. On the menu it says that one of the sides was rice and I'm trying to stay away from rice. So I asked to substitute that rice for broccolini and they had no problem accommodating that. The flavors were incredible on my branzino and for about an hour after dinner I still had aftertaste of all the different flavors. The branzino came with some type of green dipping sauce and that was also incredible. All in all, I definitely had a very fun Friday night here. If I'm in the area I would definitely return. Definitely keep the DJ playing because it was really nice to hear some good music while dining. Most restaurants don't have an actual DJ spinning vinyl records. read more

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A co-worker suggested this place and came here on a Friday night with no reservations but luckily got seats the bar. This place has a very beach vibe to it, not too dark but not too bright either. Started off with a margarita (made well) and kimchi fried chicken (dark meat) which was really good. It had the kimchi flavor but not overpowering and not so spicy. For the main dish I got the Frankie burger beef which was good but not that juicy compared to shake shack. My friend got the pappardelle pasta which was ok (I only had a bite). I would come back for the kimchi fried chicken and try out the other small plates/appetizers. read more

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Chicken: crispy and juicy. Soooo good! Comes with like a slice of onions and zucchini. Also a green parsley sauce or something... but nothing else. Wish it came with a few more veggies but really good Sea bass: good and comes with rice. I would've rather had the option to get veggies with the fish instead of rice. Didn't know it was part of it. A little on the pricy side. So cute like kind of a fusion vibe on the decor and I don't think it's really Australian.. not sure why it says Australian wine bar. Seems more like some Asian and American fusion.. they have diff deals like a burger and beer deal for $20.. not what what beer you get but it' seemed like a good deal and many people seemed to get it Service is good Place is cute Parking: street read more

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You'll find the prices fair once you taste the food, meet the nice staff, and appreciate the location. Workers showed exceptional attention to our needs. This food stands out for taste. I have only praise for this restaurant, and you'll understand why. You should see what this spot offers. read more

The visual setting here sets expectations high. The team adds friendly behavior to their work. Their dishes demonstrate just-made preparation. I walk out feeling cared for after every meal. This place shows exceptional dedication. read more

Two hungry friends looking for a place to catch up and have a good brunch on a rainy Saturday. We both moved to Jersey City recently and still looking to find our spot. We tried to go into several places, but they were all close before 11 AM. We stumbled into Frankies and though they opened at 11 and we were there two minutes before the manager let us in with a smile and very warm. We were immediately in love with this place. You are welcome by a altar of sorts with a beautiful painting and a little disco ball and plants. There is all of these gay flags and the food is Australian-based. Love, the accent of the manager and our server was very beautifully dressed and we were talking about our nails and bracelets. The food was amazing. I had the avocado toast with extra eggs on top. My friend had an egg dish with salmon. We also had the Milkshake that was based on some Australian pastry or candy and it was really good. I strongly recommend this place. read more

Frankie - Salt and pepper - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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As one of my go-to spots in JC, Frankie *always* delivers when it comes to serving fresh and flavorful dishes. Honestly, everything on their menu is worth getting, ESPECIALLY the burrata. For their summer menu, they added peaches with the cherry tomatoes and it was delectable - I loved how they charred their flatbread a bit to give you a little crunch with every bite. Another favorite is the crab fried rice - I could eat this all day. I've also had their NY strip steak which was cooked to a perfect medium rare and was so juicy and tender. Order anything - you won't be disappointed. Staff is also super friendly and attentive. Cute vibes inside (I think you can reserve their room upstairs for parties/gatherings?) and they have plenty of outdoor seating too. Highly recommend!! read more

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Came back two more times to great satisfaction - this might be my favorite JC restaurant now. The dinner menu has a delicious grilled branzino which I definitely recommend. I love that they offer non-alcoholic cocktails made with what I believe are fresh juices including carrot juice, ginger, etc. I went back for another brunch to satisfy my craving for more ricotta pancakes, which I still think about. They are consistently delicious! I also had their tuna sandwich at brunch. It's a generous tuna steak between brioche buns, seasoned to perfection with some delicious fries on the side. read more

I visited Frankie with a small sized group of gal pals for Saturday brunch. The roads were packed and so was the establishment luckily we had a resy. The restaurant offers indoor and outdoor seating, but my review will focus on indoors. We started with the Housemade Cinnamon Donuts which were to die for. We were honestly shocked by how quickly they left their plate so we had to order a second round to fill everyones cravings - next we ordered the 2x Avocado Toast with a side of bacon (that side of bacon was a serving on its own - they don't skimp out), a brunch burger, and the crab scramble. Everything post donuts were average and not much to rave about. The aesthetic is a bit quirky and modern - they did a great job with the decor; but I don't go to brunch on just the aesthetic of a spot. I may be back for those donuts, but there are many other spots in JC that I still need to try out. read more

Came here and sat at the bar for a drink while waiting to pick up a delivery next door. The drinks were great and came out in a really cute cup. Love the decor and presentation at this place read more

Frankie - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

I can't believe I haven't been here sooner! Everything from the food to the service to the ambience was so so so nice. We cleaned every plate! Highly recommend the pea dumplings, labneh, and burgers! We also had a big serving of their chocolate tart which was plenty for two. Absolutely delicious, we spent 90 minutes here and didn't feel rushed or too slow. I love the inside, a vintage/70s vibe that transported me back in time to my groovy grandpas home. Natalia was wonderful, polite and attentive. I look forward to spending more date nights here! Also appreciate their mocktail selection I had Nico's Song and took my time sipping that throughout the meal. read more

Such a cute place in JC, great atmosphere, decor, service and the food was delicious. Came for brunch but I'll definitely be back for dinner and cocktails because everything looked amazing. If you're in Jersey city you definitely need to check it out! read more

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Well, we were *supposed* to be eating dinner at Raoul's on Saturday night, but because of the thunderstorms, one of us ended up circling above Newark for an hour and half, so there went that reservation...! We ended up at Frankie because we were all starving and wanting something relatively close to the airport so we didn't have to deal with getting into the city. We found Frankie, which had plenty of openings and lucked out with a parking spot just around the corner. The cocktails we got were refreshing and ideal for a heat wave. And we completely dug the ambience in here with its disco ball chic and playful vibe, but damn it was LOUD. First sign of a restauranteur amateur? The acoustics. Second own-goal that sucked was our server who was a complete snoot that snubbed our table for a long time before gracing us with her presence. (She was more interested in chatting with a friend who came in and helping a table that was sat after us.) She also started clearing our drinks before we were finished with them, which is such a pet peeve of ours. We do have to say that we loved (most of) our food. The blistered romano beans were pure grilled heaven under the soft blanket of grated cheese--the acidity was perfect. The pea dumplings were also incredible: who would have thought to pair those with a spicy Asian sauce, but damn, it worked. One of us loved the fact that the peas were still whole in the dumpling, but the other would have preferred a puree. The schnitzel was incredible, but why the hell wouldn't you serve it with a lemon wedge on the side? Can't believe we actually had to ask for one! We also appreciated the side of green beans. The only dish that we felt could have been a bit better were the short rib skewers: the meat was tender and flavorful, but the whole thing needed salt--and you really needed to eat them with the slaw underneath for that dish to really sing. Still, overall, we were really impressed by the food. Dessert is where it fell apart a bit. The strawberry pavlova had a nice sauce and meringue, but here was like huge amount of labne in the middle of it that we were not expecting since there was no mention of it on the menu. Huh?? The chocolate-peanut milkshake was good, but it was only about 2/3 full with a mountain of whipped cream on top. Careless, sloppy. So overall, three stars even though we had a mostly great meal--just the terrible server and acoustics and bummer dessert bring the 3.5 down to a 3. It's unlikely we'd ever end up here again considering the circumstances, but you never know. read more

AND THE TINIEST BURGER PATTY I'VE HAD IN MY LIFE GOES TO ****drumroll *** We laughed out loud when we look at the size of the patties. I'm sad it took me so long to remember, "where's the beef"? I think McDonald's would be impressed at the restaurants cost savings. They say everything in Australia tries to kill you. I wonder if this restaurant tried to kill me with an ultra low calorie meal? Obviously kidding, but if you've ever worked out and want to mind your macros, be prepared for tons of buns. This burger($15) wins smallest patty I've ever had. I've had sliders with more meat on them. It had a mediocre flavor. I ordered medium rare, it came back almost well. But honestly, I can't see any way for them to cook this too a medium rare temperature, considering how the tiny patty. My wifes lamb burger($16) was also tiny. She asked for medium rare. It came back well done. I doubt they cook it anything other than well, because it appeared to be more of a sausage patty. She liked the flavor. The buns were beautiful. The pictures that we saw reflected that. The buns were tasty as well. Too bad we only ate half the bun on each of our sandwiches, because the patty was minuscule. If you've ever worked out a day in your life, you might want more than a slider for lunch. They also gave 7 fries with each plate. Another Yelper mentioned that they gave her only a few fries, I thought it might be an off day, but no. The fries also had a crispy in a bad way texture, like they were overdone. The bizarre thing is that 3 of the fries were also undercooked, raw, and hard. I estimate the patties at the last Australian place we ate to be about 8 times as much meat. So the prices here are a couple bucks cheaper than other restaurants, but this restaurant gave us a fraction of the food. Cheap and a good value are 2 different things. We won't return, worst value I've ever had. I've had bigger burgers at McDonald's and much better fries. Maybe I should have asked them to super size this, even though I would have even been happy with a small instead of the micro they served. read more

Frankie - Lamb & Harissa Sausage Roll - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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This place has a cute and chic ambience. We went here for brunch. Overall the food is quite average - not a wow factor. But the taste is good. read more

Frankie - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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They hire this DJ. And is so horrible. Rude. And entitled. Ew and Yuk. He was so nasty and made us as patrons feel rejected and moronic. I came here one time and probably never again. read more

Such a cute spot! Food is delicious and beautifully presented - the lamb sausage roll and steak pie definitely reminded me of Australia (though these dishes were definitely on the pricey side). The cocktails were also fun and unique - I had one with activated charcoal in it and another came in an adorable green frog cup. Would love to come back for another happy hour since the deals are great here! $5 beer/wine, $8 cocktails, $15 pitchers, and $10 for a flatbread & beer (FYI flatbread is more like chopped pita with dip, but they're so good!). read more

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Totall love the vibes here - very quirky and I'm a big fan of all the animal print. There was a mix-up amongst the staff on who was serving our table, so although there were not many tables with patrons, we waited for someone to take our meal and beverage orders. I had to find our server to request a beverage, however later the server acknowledged their mix-up and apologized. It was nice that they owned it and from there, the staff was attentive. I wasn't too hungry and ordered the ricotta pancakes. It was just okay but needed to have carbs to soak up the pitchers of mimosas! I'd come back another time to try different menu items. read more

Amazing food, sweet and attentive servers, with a great vibe. The decor, music, cute cups, love it! read more

Frankie - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Overall this place is a 4 BUT, I'd give this place a 10000000 stars for their Kimchi fried chicken. Came here as a group of 4 great outdoor seating set up, was seated & we all ordered drinks & apps to start then our main meals. Tried the Girl in Amber (very very VERY strong ginger based drink but good), Heirloom Tomato Salad Flatbread (this was remarkable) & the Kimchi Fried chicken (which I could honestly eat every single day with no complain for a million years...SO good). For my main I got the Fish & Chips which were alright..nothing crazy. The fries were good but the fish was a little underwhelming. Then for dessert we got the cinnamon donuts (which came with AMAZING ice cream) & they were alright, loved the ice cream a lot more than the donuts themselves Otherwise, service was great and overall an awesome spot to dine at! read more

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Stoped in for a quick drink. They were great very friendly and clean. The avo toast was dead on also. It's dog friendly and I'll review it again when I go for a full meal. But everything I saw come out looked amazing and people were waiting to be seated. It's def a place I'll be going again. read more

Frankie - Sitting for a quick drink. - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

If you're going for brunch, get the hummus & tahini bowl. Finally a high fiber, low carb breakfast that tastes delicious and leaves you feeling satisfied! Frankie was the hot / new Australian eatery when it opened 6 years ago. It took me until now to try it with someone who could understand and appreciate the wine menu. To some, the overly designed restaurant with its Miami coral walls and Art Deco flourishes may seem like an "instagramable" place that tries to sell you on their faux-flowered arches and neon signs. I'll admit this got me in the door as well. But what will keep me as a customer, is their quality ingredients. The crunch from the deep green kale on my salad provided the perfect textural difference to help hold the buttery and well seasoned avocado and hummus. The quinoa was perfectly portioned and pearl-like with a nutty flavor. The grains were not glooped together from overcooking. The element of the dish that caught my attention was the rich and vibrant yolk of my hard poached eggs. The brilliant orange indicates to me that they are either using free-range hen eggs or the hen's diet has been rich in omega 3. Whichever it is, I appreciate a chef who pays attention to and cares about what their customers are consuming. My friend thoroughly enjoyed her crab omelette and introduced me to "pet net" wines. They are fruity on the nose, but less effervescent than a sparkling wine. The consistency is heavy, like a dry cider. The only feedback we'd have is to be careful of potential for crunchier exoskeletal bits in the crab omelette. Overall, the crush didn't detract from the overall enjoyment of this meal and the friendly service. read more

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You wouldn't think to find an Australian inspired eatery near City Hall on Grove Street, but Frankie isn't to be missed. I went out with a few friends on a warm Saturday night for a table outside. The menu offers some Aussie standards (steak pie, fish and chips, whole fish) and some trendy smaller bites (flatbreads, sausage rolls) along with some Australian wine and beer selections. While not cheap, the steak pie was fantastic: beef, shallot, and pickled beets in a wine gravy, served with thick cut chips. That dish alone is worth a return visit read more

Frankie - Steak pie with chips and salad - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Ordered for pickup during COVID-19 on a Saturday night, and the process was seamless! Steak pie - delicious! Crispy pie crust with a juicy, tender and flavorful meat filling. I thought there might be a hint of beer in the meat sauce, which adds another dimension to the flavor. Lamb roll - crispy, flakey crust and generous lamb filling. It comes with a yummy sauce to dip the roll in Kimchi fried chicken - pleasantly surprised that this turned out to be my favorite item of everything we ordered. Super flavorful and tender breaded chicken pieces. Fish and chips - decent Maybe because I got the food to-go, but the fries were not as crispy as I expected read more

Frankie - Lamb Sausage roll - Australian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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Frankie's outdoor setup is the stuff of LA girl dreams....except we're in Jersey City. Maybe it's the yellow and white striped umbrellas, monstera plants, or organic wine list, the space just exudes such airy Cali bistro vibes that scream summer. We'll call it Aussie cafe chic, because that's what this place is. While the dreamy decor is what drew me to make an impromptu stop here, Frankie is not all looks and no substance, no. The drinks and service make it a worthwhile place to while away the time, frog shaped mug in hand. I've heard people call Jersey City "New York lite across the river" which sort of makes sense considering the density of high quality eateries, bars, shops, and office buildings. The best thing about the "lite" part is that you can stroll into a trendy restaurant without a reservation and be met with a minimal wait, which was the case for us here. The tables felt totally sanitized (in a good way, which these days is the only way to interpret sanitized) and masks were required whenever we were away from our table. We got our drinks within minutes of ordering and our server came to check on us a couple of times to make sure things were going smoothly, and they were! I thoroughly enjoyed the "Lovely Creature" cocktail, which came in an adorable frog shaped mug and had a nice smokiness from the mezcal, sweetness from the pineapple, and spicy kick from the jalapeno. I also enjoyed a natural wine and beer here because when a menu has it all, you try to have it all too. $12 isn't bad for a cocktail, especially compared to cocktails in the city across the river. Take that, New York. read more