Not only do I appreciate that there were a few vegan/plant-based options for me, they were…read moreabsolutely delicious and far better quality preparation than I've gotten at most other restaurants I've been to. Especially for a restaurant that has an omnivore menu - the vegan items were actually amazingly good! I got the seasoned fried tofu and cauliflower bites from the starter menu, and both my omnivorous boyfriend and his brother were also impressed with them. My boyfriend and his brother got meat items and also raved about how good their dishes were - not just the entrees but also the sides as well. We were also impressed that such good food came at a very affordable price. Our server (who may have been the owner) was very friendly and came to check on us multiple times while we were eating and refilled our water glasses. We came at an off-time, so it wasn't busy at all. There was music in the background but it wasn't super loud or anything, so we could comfortably have conversations with each other without needing to talk louder.

Service was good. Nice location easily found parking. Reasonably priced…read more I was however very disappointed in the food. I had parmasean stuffed chicken very overcooked and tough. My friend had the chicken sandwich and tater tots. Fish very overcooked tater tots very mushy and under cooked. Cute neighborhood place to go for drinks just skip the food

Just such a unique spot in the heights. Atmosphere is that of walking into a house and sitting down…read morefor a long family diner experience. There's no rush, nor should there be, you're with family, vibing to good music and eating great food. Everything there is prepared fresh and from scratch and you can taste it in every bite. I most recently did the brunch and the shrimp and grits were fantastic, plated beautifully and good portions. The sides are super affordable and allow for an array of options. My daughter loves the banana bread, I love the bacon and hash browns. This is also BYOB, which keeps a longer meal affordable. Service is nice, and they kind of keep to themselves as it's more about the food and the folks you're with. We've been 4 times and never had a bad experience, a great addition to the heights.

Awww, this place had my heart from the moment I stepped into the funky interior and saw the family…read morephotos. What a warm, friendly, neighborhood mom 'n' pop restaurant--exactly the kind I love to support. While our food took a bit of time to arrive, it was clearly made from scratch with TLC. You could practically taste it in every bite. Throw in the fact that menu is mostly tried-and-true American comfort food, and you've got a winning combination for an easy dinner that won't break the bank. Our housemade Fish Cakes were perfectly fried, stuffed with fish, and felt like something you'd eat from a stand in downtown Kingston, Jamaica. The Four Cheese Mac 'n' Cheese--at just $10--was a large enough portion for two peoples, made with thinner than traditional macaroni noodles and a lovely broiled top that imparted a smokey char. But the star of the show was undoubtedly the namesake burger. It's one of the best burgers I've had in a long, long time. The grass-fed beef was so perfectly cooked--all the hearty meat flavor you could want and full of succulent jus. The other accompaniments were placed perfectly within the rich, toasted brioche bun, making every bite feel like the culinary equivalent of Jon Bon Jovi singing in your mouth (or insert other American musical icon of your choice). Even the fries were stellar, like Richie Sambora crooning harmony next to Jon.

I'll start with service being top notch. Something that felt outstanding compared to some other…read moreplaces where waiters serve you food and see you when you are done. Here there was Trenton to details, care for taste interest and overall pleasant. The food was great, light but delicious. Attention to small details on the dishes and everything was very flavorful. The ambiance was mixed casual but we made it date night and dressed up to enjoy the experience. Highly recommended

First, the positives: food/cocktails are, undeniably, among the best--if not the best--in Jersey…read moreCity, hands down. Now the "buts." Came here for the first time in the early weeks after it opened in Summer 2025. Pretty much half the menu, through the appetizers, small bites, entrees, and dessert, was unavailable/out of stock. This was during a prime seating slot, around 8pm (was on a date) on a Saturday evening. Okay, opening kinks, fair enough. But still---a restaurant opening to much fanfare, and dining during a prime slot, 40-50%-ish of what is already a somewhat limited menu should not be unavailable. This was gravely disappointing. Nevertheless, what limited items we were able to order were, again, REALLY good. So I made a note to return. Fast forward about 8 months: got seated at the bar, as a walk-in, just before 8pm on a Saturday. Once seated, took a rude amount of time to even be acknowledged. Was close to putting on a face of noticeable frustration and impatience, of which, I guess, the bartender must've noticed the emerging cracks and took my order. Recognizing this was the same bar tender from my first visit, and seeing that one of the extraordinary specialty cocktails that I enjoyed during that visit was no longer listed on the menu, I asked if it would be possible to order it. No; it's "no longer on the menu." Turning on my "benefit of the doubt" hat, perhaps it required specific ingredients that are not kept on hand; fair enough, and, if true, understandable (I do hope this was the case so that there is a sensible explanation). But when I replied something like "aw, you can't just make one anyway?" e.g. as one might prepare any other known cocktail that exists but does not appear on a specialty menu (asked in a way, to be clear, meant to seem friendly/fun, not at all pushy/demanding) bartender replied with a simple "No" (or maybe, to their credit, "no, sorry.") Next, out of only three entrees on the menu, the one I ordered was, you guessed it, out of stock--at 8pm on a Saturday. I had gone to Maxwell Alley to try that specific entree of the three, and had no interest in the other two. If a menu contains only three entrees, they really ought to be in stock at 8pm on a Saturday. I declined the server's invitation to order one of the remaining two, got up and left. As I departed 15 minutes after being seated, no staff--hostess, maitre D etc--said a word. I've worked at upscale places and was always trained never to allow a single guest--even the very content ones--to leave without being acknowledged, told thank you/goodnight etc. A guest departing within 15 minutes of being seated might, one would think, have caught someone's attention and asked whether there was a problem, etc., but I guess not. Still--believe it or not--despite the limited menu, and this place striking out twice, the food during my first time was, in fact, so good that I do intend to return yet again--third time's the charm??? I'll try for 5pm on a Thursday or something, in hopes of ordering from the full menu.

First and foremost, shoutout to Carla, the hostess, for doing the most and letting me pick our…read moreseat! And thank you to Doina for the upbeat energy as our waitress. The waterfront views gave the ambiance an easy 8/10. Now, the appetizers... those oxtail croquettes with that sauce?! DELICIOUS. 15/10! The shrimp bao buns were a solid 10/10, but the croquettes stole the show. The short ribs were super tender, but the blue cheese mashed potatoes were a no for me...I couldn't finish my meal. The Mr. had the Prime strip, which was nicely seasoned, and those skinny fries? DELISH! We swapped meals. Overall, 8/10. I'd recommend!

The waterfront views really set the tone for the vibe. Seating outside and inside both offer plenty…read moreof skyline to admire. Excellent service everyone I interacted with was so attentive and friendly. I had The Specialty Burger du Jour and it was very very flavorful and cooked just right and the fresh mozzarella appetizer was also tasty. There is a happy hour at the bar only.

Perfect night for an engagement The food was perfect what a…read moregreat menu The service was outstanding

Excellent food, service, ambiance…read more Quinn did amazing First time visiting Weehawken and will definitely come back when around the area

Nice looking place dimly lit with a good ambiance The food…read morewas pretty good. Not excellent but good The wait staff was very nice and didn't hurry us out of there even though the place was packed. Would definitely go back

Fire & Oak in Jersey City remains one of the more sophisticated spots in the area. The ambiance is…read moreperfect--moody, upscale, and consistently chic--making it a great choice for a high-end night out. The Food: The star of the night was the Spicy Rigatoni. The creamy Calabrian pepper tomato sauce delivers a legitimate, vibrant heat that doesn't hold back. Breaking into the Italian burrata is essential; the creamy center beautifully tempers the spice, while the micro basil adds a nice hit of freshness. We also started with the truffle fries, which were executed perfectly--crispy, aromatic, and a total highlight. The Service: While the food was top-tier, the service wasn't great which is why I deducted 2 whole stars. I ordered a ginger ale that never made it to the table, yet it still appeared on our final bill - not cool. It's a small detail, but at this level of dining and price point, you expect those things to be caught. Also, the service overall was pretty slow which was disappointing. Verdict: Even with the minor billing oversight, the culinary execution is elite. If you're a fan of bold, spicy pasta and a great atmosphere, this is still a JC must-visit. Just double-check your tab!

Cool brunch spot in Jersey City near our place. The ambiance was pretty cool. We decided to sit…read moreinside due to the heat, but got plenty of sunlight either way. After getting some mimosas, we ordered some deviled eggs to split while I separated away to order my pancakes. The deviled eggs were pretty tasty. Love the design of them. The pancakes hit the best. Not too sweet and just the right amount of berry compost. I'd recommend this place for weekend brunch if you can. Service is also pretty quick too.

A charming and peaceful place. My friend and I went for their dinner and I can honestly say it was…read morea smooth and calmly experience. The place is open, airy and has plenty of seating in and outdoors. Not many parking spots available but if you're walking distance I recommend . The prices were decent and affordable for the area and it was also absolutely delicious. I ordered two Mocktails, and the skirt steak ( I was hungover lol) and my friend got a cocktail with the spicy burger. 10/10 The staff were friendly and welcoming and gracious. I will most certainly be coming back in the future and advised all of you to check it out

Loved the Happy Ending Sushi roll, definitely the highlight for me! The drinks were decent…read more.. I really appreciate that they serve clams since not many sushi spots do. Banana soufflé was delicious! Our waitress was also super nice and the staff were very accommodating. Great views

Dined last night at Drift to celebrate a friend's birthday and elopement. We were a party of 9 and…read morethey were able to accommodate our reservation outdoors as there was space (Outdoor dining is first come/first serve). This was my first time here, though I've been to Blu on the Hudson a few times so I felt Drift's menu and interior was a copycat of Blu. Unfortunately, the service at Drift was very poor, compared to Blu. Although the large restaurant was fairly empty inside and not at full capacity outside, service was slow and absent. Our waitress barely came by and neither did the bus boys - finally when I got up to refill my own cup of water, he darted over. There were multiple times my water glass was empty and no one in sight to offer a refill. Even the manager got a little attitude with me when I asked him to bring out new utensils (ours were cleared with our appetizers). We'd had already been waiting a while for our entrees to come and I could just anticipate all of our entrees coming out and us having no silverware to eat them with. Moving to the food, I thought the food was generally good, although not the best value. The rice balls were tasty but on the smaller side - they come 4 to an order. The whipped ricotta was yummy but the small plate of 4 pieces of focaccia is not sufficient for the amount. It's $2 for each extra plate of 4 slices. The rice cakes weren't as good as the ones at Blu. The beet salad was less of a salad and more like a plate of Greek yogurt with garnish around it - would not recommend. For entrees, several of us ordered sushi rolls. I thought the happy ending, Miyazaki and aloha rolls were good. My friend did not like her king California roll. The branzino and sea bass portions were small for the cost. We didn't order dessert since the meal moved so slowly and it was already late by the time we finished our entrees. We had to wait a while to get our check and then we got out of there. They also should have someone who checks the bathrooms regularly and tidies them up - the stall I went into was out of toilet paper in both dispensers and instead of replacing the empty rolls, they left the new one the dirty floor. All in all, I don't think I'd come back here again when practically the same restaurant is next door and I had better experiences there.