Fun lil brewery nearby Rutgers Newark in ...well...Newark. Got a nice flight of a variety of beers…read more...with ipa and sour the best. A near space with funky art on the wall and people geeking out on games. Nice service too. Was happy to serve me close to closing.

(Drank 09/19/2026 SA @ 3:00pm): Apparently, this was the only local craft brewery in Newark proper!…read more In my quest to explore the various cuisine scenes and things to do throughout Jersey City (specifically the Heights) and by extension nearby Hoboken, I actually found myself further out towards the airport at Newark Local Beer. If you knew me, I always seeked out local breweries wherever I traveled and made it a point to visit any I could before I departed. Opened in late-2021 as the U.S. slowly started to open up at the tailend of the Covid pandemic, husband and wife owners, Stephen and Miller Hughes as avid beer enthusiasts with a passion for making their own beer, decided to follow their dream of opening a brewery and event space in the heart of downtown Newark where there once was a rich beer history. How did Newark's lone local beer producer treat my palate!? PURCHASE(S) *All beers from Newark Local Beer* Orange Crush Wheat Beer 4.9% ABV 16floz Draft ($7.00): Bright amber color, citrusy wheaty aroma, light body, citrusy orange sweet wheaty flavor, crushable smooth finish, and citrusy wheaty aftertaste. Lite Rail Kölsch Beer 5.2% ABV 16floz Draft ($8.00): Amber color, biscuit malty aroma, light body, biscuit citrusy malty flavor, crisp smooth finish, and biscuit malty aftertaste. Utz "The Crab Chip" w/Chesapeake Bay Crab Seasoning Potato Chips 7.75oz Bag ($6.00): With no real nearby food options except for delivery, I chose this over beef jerky and the unique flavor of minimal crab and salty seasoning that made me really thirsty... a plus for a brewery! Sidecar Session IPA Beer 4.5% ABV 16floz Draft ($7.00): Rich amber color, funky hoppy aroma, light body, dank hoppy tropical flavor, crisp finish, and earthy hoppy aftertaste. Coal Train Nitro Oatmeal Stout Beer 4.5% ABV 16floz Draft ($8.00): Brown red color, bread malty oatmeal aroma, light body, bready earthy oatmeal malt flavor, bitter drying finish, and bitter malty oatmeal aftertaste. Unleaded Hazy NEIPA Beer 7.0% ABV 16floz Draft ($10.00): Hazy amber color, citrusy hoppy aroma, light body, herbal hoppy flavor, crisp finish, and herbal hoppy aftertaste. My favorite of the bunch. Easy Rider IPA Beer 6.0% ABV 16floz Draft ($8.00): Hazy amber color, floral hoppy aroma, light body, citrusy fruity hoppy flavor, crisp smooth finish, and citrusy floral hoppy aftertaste. Stickers ($1.00 x3): I loved placing stickers on the walls of other breweries! Souvenir T-Shirt Baby Blue M ($25.00): Not that I needed ANOTHER t-shirt, but the logo was cool and I loved the Grateful Dead skull treatment. SERVICE I was warmly greeted by a friendly lone young man behind the bar as I made myself at home for several hours at a counter stool. It was just he and I for a while, so we chatted, as I kept ordering beers from him. Eventually, a large group from Audible came in as he managed the crowd perfectly. Once it was time for me to leave, I easily settled my tab as we each wished each other a good night. It was a chill afternoon with a cool guy - cheers! PARKING (Varied; N/A this instance): I took a Lyft from Jersey City and never left my stool until I left, so I honestly had no idea the parking and streets situation in the area. However, it seemed like there was the possibility of street parking, but don't hold me to it. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A huge open one-floor layout with numerous brewing equipment visible on site, with numerous communal tables and stools, a small counter where I sat, and stark white walls like a hospital with some artwork hung on them. Plenty of natural lighting filtered through the large front glass doors and windows while an assortment of track and wall-mounted electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. No actual TVs but projections screened on the walls while an eclectic mix of music played in the background. ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I was happy to finally visit Newark Local Beer and cover all of the breweries within proximity of my friend's place. I enjoyed the variety of brews they had and I drank, and the space has so much potential. The prices were comparable, the service was amazing, and I imagined they held nightly events to bring in the crowds. And, I'm unaware whether or not pets are allowed. 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 $86.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS

5 stars for the sushi. 1.5 stars for the wait…read more The good: I know what you're thinking, "airport sushi??" I had the same thought. But when I saw some of the reviews mentioning sushi and the fact that a platter was $30 where a burger was $28, it seemed like good value. Man, it was delicious! Better than market sushi for sure, like good Japanese restaurant quality. Props to the sushi chef who is clearly making the most of the situation. The bad Took over 35 mins for my order to arrive, so had approx 3 minutes to eat before boarding. The person behind me actually had to cancel their burger order (so it wasn't just the sushi taking a while) and ask for a refund because it took so long. Not clear from the iPad how to get help and who to ask to check up on your order. Concrete feature suggestion: add approx wait time to menu items. The servers were direct and relatively nice about it at least. Seemed like there was some other issue going on - like they were short staffed perhaps.

I'm gonna give it a two because the food was decent and I feel bad for the chef in the back that's…read moreputting his heart into this but the ordering experience was sub sub par and the fact that this is in an airport and staffed by completely apathetic, listless, disengaged and dismissive servers is a crime. I waited 22 minutes for a bottle of water and when I saw my food come out and sit for minutes. I asked another staff member if she could hand it to me and she refused after a few more minutes. I just went and grabbed it myself. They kept the tip. God bless, but if you wanna eat something in this airport, be prepared for the adventure.

Quick service and a great, neighborhood bar atmosphere... would recommend. Buffalo spinach salad…read morewas fresh(chicken a little overcooked, but good flavor). Hubby had chicken parmigiana sandwich and was very satisfied

I have been coming to the Ironbound for over 50 years including working down there for several…read moreyears yet I had never set foot in Bello's Pub (formerly Johns). Tonight I finally went there and loved the place. The atmosphere, staff and food are all top rate. Great for watching sports or for making new friends. John was the bartender and he simply the best! Don't pass this place up next time that you are in the area.

Snack & Beverage In The Books Before The Broadway Show!…read more Great Service & Hospitality! Cereal Killer Out!

Cool brewery in the area. Bartenders are super helpful and nice…read more We came during the world cup and there weren't enough seats for everyone, and they brought out folding chairs for people which was very kind of them. Kid friendly and BYO Food which is cool. We got pizza from a little up the road. Beers were great and they were nice and let us sample some of them. Overall, such a good vibe. Would come back again!

MAPLEWOOD: If Brie is out and about, chances are she is at a brewery, and she has discovered…read moreanother one! Pallet Brewing serves up a rotating selection of over 15 beers on tap, plus hard seltzers and refreshing non-alcoholic seltzers and sodas. Leashed, friendly pups are welcome to relax with you on the outdoor patio right out front, making it a perfect spot for a laid-back hang. Feel free to bring your own food and settle in for a chill afternoon of good drinks and even better company.

We stopped in for lunch and immediately fell in love. This is the perfect Biergarten to bring…read morefriends, family, everyone, for a solid meal, fun vibes, and a great selection of beer (and more!). This enormous space boasts plenty of seating (indoor and outdoor), is dog friendly on the patio, and has numerous bars to order your favorite beverage from. There is a window to place your food order, but they provide you a buzzer to let you know when it's ready so you can continue to hang out and enjoy the space. The food itself is some of the better German/Bavarian style food I've had in awhile! The schnitzel was massive and crispy, the spaetzle was PERFECT (finally, a place that doesn't just cake it in cheese!), and the sausages were delicious. Between the two of us, we split a schnitzel meal & sausage sampler (and we're stuffed!). I highly recommend Zeppelin Hall next time you're in Jersey City!

Didn't realize I haven't reviewed this spot after going multiple times since it opened…read more Always had a good time over the years. Takes a bit of effort to get what you want from drinks and food but once you understand the process, pretty straight forward and add patience when there are a lot of people. Atmosphere is always great. Good spot to meet up for a spending time out the house. Will see you there in the future! Recommended!

Drifting Back to Lions Roar for Sure!…read more We ended the night at Lions Roar Brewing in Westfield and what a way to cap off an evening. The service was excellent -- friendly, attentive, and on point all night. The craft beer selection had some real creativity on tap. We were disappointed to hear the mango brew had run out -- that one sounded like a winner -- but the Mexican and lime brew more than made up for it. Bright, flavorful, and refreshing, it was a great pour that kept us coming back for more. But the real showstopper of the night? Drifting Back. This four-piece band was absolutely exceptional -- tight, talented, and packed with great tunes. They had the room in the palm of their hands all night. If you ever see them on the schedule here, don't miss it. A minor gripe about the sold-out mango brew aside, this was a fantastic night out at Lions Roar. We'll absolutely be back.

"NO FOOD HERE - BRING YOUR OWN FOOD"…read more Found this from Google Maps and tried this brewery . Google had good reviews and yeah . This was lived upto expectations . Nice location. Close to other restaurants. Parking can be challenging . I had to pay and park few minutes walk . Ambience is good . They had live bands some days . Lots of seats to sit and drink. There are both indoor and outdoor seating . In summer outdoor seating could have insects / mosquitoes and hence we had to move to inside seating . IPA was too good ! Love the fresh taste of hazy IPA. Service can be better . IPA closer about 10$ which is slightly expensive than other sports bars . First time . I didn't know we can bring our own food. . Went there and had nothing to eat and ordered a peanut packet . Lots of others got pizzas and other food from neighborhood, which is a great option. Good experience overall . 4 stars

An unassuming sports bar that will totally wow you with incredible espresso martinis. The bar staff…read moretake their craft seriously on these - we started off with their classic espresso martini, and then later tried the seasonal coquito espresso martini - smooth, not too sweet, a true rival to those fancy cocktail bars. A fun casual vibe in the early evening, but we hear it transitions to more of a nighttime scene in the later hours. Stop in and give this spot a try.

Came here for football Sunday and the music was amazing! Service was a bit off but it was a Sunday…read moreand there were plenty of people sitting around. Food was decent the nachos is a huge platter which can be shared. The wings were good according to my significant other. The drinks were also decent . Had an amazing time overall.

PROS: staff is nice, rustic atmosphere, food is good and fresh, parking is plentiful on the streets…read morenearby, they're also a sports bar CONS: takes forever for the food to be made, overpriced, and my gadget they gave me to tell me the food was ready malfunctioned. OVERALL: it was a good spot, and as long as you don't mind the wait and spending extra money I recommend coming here. You order your food and pick it up at a counter, instead of a waiter attending to you. That could either be a pro or con depending on what you like

I never visited this place but went here for a book club meetup. Nothing fancy at all, definitely…read morebar vibes and it was a Sunday so the sports elevated the volume immensely. Although it was a bit crowded at the bar, service wasn't too bad. However, one of the book club members specifically asked for a drink without alcohol and ended up receiving a frozen lemonade with alcohol. So she left upset. As far as food: super mid. I was actually surprised when I cut into my fried chicken sandwich and it was a bit pink. The chef himself assured me the food was cooked but it just had that color because of the brine. Idk sounds like they should change the brine then. Loaded waffle fries were also kind of gross because there was so much oil. Seems like it's a place locals enjoy, I'm glad I'm not a local.

I finally made it to Pier 13 in Hoboken, a spot I had bookmarked on Instagram forever, and I'm so…read moreglad I finally went, especially since I went for my birthday! The vibe was really nice, and there were so many different food trucks to choose from, so there's definitely something for everybody. I grabbed some boneless chicken from one of the trucks, and it was really good. I also got some water because apparently birthday me needed to stay hydrated The views were definitely a highlight. There are so many great photo opportunities, and the skyline views are beautiful. As a photographer, I was absolutely looking around like, "Oh, I could shoot over there... and over there..." My only real complaint was the music. Since it was Labor Day weekend, I was really expecting at least a little West Indian music, and there was none! I think having more variety in the music would have made the whole experience even better. Overall, I had a great time and would definitely come back. The food options, atmosphere, views, and photo opportunities make it a fun spot to hang out, especially when the weather is nice. Just give me a little soca next time and we're good!

This is a serious concern I am writing here regarding a staff member at Pier13Hoboken earlier…read moretoday, August 30, 2026, around 2:00 PM. My group consisted of four adults and one child. We arrived at the pier around 1:00 PM and finished eating by 2:00 PM. When we went to collect bags for our food, a staff member at the wristband booth stopped my friend because he did not have a wristband. My friend was unaware of the wristband requirement, as he had been sitting with us the entire time. Previously, another staff member had passed by our table to clear empty bowls and did not mention or inquire about the missing wristband. When my friend told the staff member at the booth that he had been sitting with us the situation escalated. The staff member became belligerent, raised his voice, and clearly became upset with my friend's explanation. The staff member explained that he hadn't seen my friend's wrist because I was blocking the view, which was why no previous warning had been given. He then loudly stated that everyone at the pier is aware that you must have a wristband. Note: My friend did hand over his ID with no issues and got his wrist band from the staff member. At that moment, I felt the staff member was becoming physically aggressive. To avoid confrontation, I advised my friend to walk away. As we did, the staff member shouted, "Yeah, you better walk away." This behavior was unprofessional, intimidating, and made us feel unsafe. We came to Pier13 expecting a welcoming environment, but instead experienced aggression from your staff. I ask that you investigate this incident and take appropriate measures to prevent such conduct in the future. I strongly believe this staff member at the booth is a danger to the people at the pier, especially elderly and children.