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    Short Grain

    3.9 (414 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Outdoor seating

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    French Toast (Sweet)
    Sal M.

    the banana latte is incredible- people are so kind. my partner loved the lemon ricotta pancakes & i really enjoyed the curry chicken bahn mi. a nice and clean spot for an easy meal. also- the vietnamese iced coffee was so yum!

    Alicia T.

    Delicious food and amazing drinks! The staff is kind and I'll always come back. I get the Vietnamese iced coffee and their lemon ricotta pancakes

    Sesame Tofu Bowl
    Barbara C.

    There's a couple of items available for just about everyone - there were a small number of items that were or could be made vegan and gluten-free, which I appreciated. Not really anything on the breakfast or brunch menu, sadly, but at least there were the rice/noodle bowls that could be made both vegan and gluten-free. I got the sesame tofu salad bowl and it was delicious. (I'm pretty sure it was listed as gluten-free when I was there, but it doesn't seem to be anymore?) It was a decent serving of tofu and made for a nice light brunch. If I'd been hungrier, I'd have also gotten some bubble tea - maybe next time. I will say that it took a while to order - the seating area isn't even really that big but they seemed to not have enough staff to take orders from people dining in and people getting take-out at the same time. Probably didn't help that we were there at near peak brunch time on a Sunday. Non-vegan boyfriend and his brother got pancakes and avocado toast and eggs that they were extremely happy with. They ended up ordering take-out online (while seated at the dine-in tables) and eating it there because it was complicated trying to get their orders taken in person.

    Thai Iced Tea Boba
    Janrose S.

    Great location, super loud music, mediocre service, decent food, tasty Thai iced tea & soft boba. Walked in around 7:30 PM after checking out the vintage store next door. There wasn't anyone at the counter nor a bell to ring so I waited for a bit. Eventually the front register person came out of the restroom and greeted me. I don't expect people to be super bubbly and warm but she was borderline cold and I felt quite unwanted. I ordered a Thai iced tea with boba and a pork belly banh mi. I tried ordering a black sesame boba but they were out, but the Thai iced tea was really yummy. The boba was on the softer side but I didn't mind and it was a nice level of sweetness overall. I'd come for takeout but not to dine-in. I'd also opt for calling in my order ahead of time to save time and my ears.

    Pork Adobo Bowl

    Short grain is a staple of downtown JC. I have been coming here since I moved over a year ago and have not had one bad thing here. Every time I come, it's consistent and excellent. Highly recommend anything on their menu!

    Monica L.

    Grabbed a couple of lattes and service was fast and coffee splendid. Prices were fair. Smallmplace with a couple of tables. I would grab and go coffee. Not giving 5 stars yet until I try more things

    Richard C.

    Although I have lived close to Short Grain at 183 Montgomery Street in Jersey City, today is the first time I had breakfast there. It was quite a delectable experience. I had their Avocado Toast with Fried Egg, Red Onion and Chili Powder and an Iced Latte Coffee. Both were totally amazing and way more than satisfying. The cuisine is Asian / Australian / American fusion. Owner Jon was friendly and hospitable. Indoor and outdoor seating. I highly recommend Short Grain and cannot wait to go back.

    Savory Stack (Pancakes)
    Quiana W.

    Updating my review because...Look at that , I came back for the avocado toast. Short Grain is still A good spot to come get a decent breakfast or lunch. It's more of a take out spot than a sit down place. They have some tables inside but very little And some tables outside. Let's talk about that avocado toast though! Plenty of avocado, feta, and pickled onion. I'm not a fan of sourdough bread so I wish it was on multigrain. However with so much flavor on top you couldn't really taste the bread. Had the granola bowl as well which was packed with blueberries, strawberries, traditional oat granola, yogurt, banana and chia seeds. Loved it. Maybe I'll try a lunch item next time.

    Pork Adobo Sandwich
    Marie F.

    Pork Belly sandwich at $11 4 stars for the soft and moist pork belly that melts with each bite but not mushy. The bread is the banh mi (Viet sandwich bread) crispy and fresh. The flavor was nicely seasoned with cilantro topping.

    Amanda C.

    Cute little cafe near Grove Street. I got two orders of the chicken curry bowl to go. Cafe is small and has a covered outdoor seating area. There's even a printer for people to come in to have a coffee and print their resumes. I arrived a little early for my pickup order, but the staff immediately got to work on it. The chicken bowl was pretty flavorful, chicken was a little on the dryer end but the sauce made up for it. This seems like a nice place to get some quick healthy and hearty bites to eat, which is a good reprieve from all the burger joints that are popping up overnight in Jersey City. I'll be back to try some of the other dishes and their pastries!

    Tamarind Shrimp Bahn Mi
    Taj T.

    I loved the charming, simple decor of the interior. So bright, homey, and welcoming. The menu too was a one pager - nothing more annoying to me when you have to scroll through hundreds of options and can't decide what you want. While the appearances are simple however, the food is incredibly and deliciously complex. I got to try only the Tamarind Shrimp Bahn Mi, but the fresh bun with layers of tangy vegetables and spiced shrimp was a firework of colors to experience on a cold Jersey city night. I'll definitely be coming back to try the rest of their menu (HOTCAKES? SERVED ALL DAY ) which is fair priced, quickly served, fresh, and elevated than your typical fare.

    SG breakfast Sandwich : scrambled eggs / Ham with no cheese

    Just had the best breakfast sandwich ever. This is place is now one of my top breakfast places to visit in New York. This is very cozy and Causal. It belongs to the top places for Instagram girlies to visit

    Cold cut banh mi
    Melanie C.

    Solid neighborhood lunch spot! A small cafe with some indoor/outdoor seating and counter self service that serves up yummy sandwiches, bowls/salads, and coffee drinks! Sandwiches ($11 each) didn't disappoint! Bread is really good and great portion of meat. Big portion size and could only eat half! Rice paper rolls with shrimp are a refreshing app Bare bones outside seating could definitely use some improvement but dog friendly for a quick lunch or snack!

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    Solid food, cute place, casual ambiance, quick service. I enjoy this place. Feels like a hidden gem

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    Alyce was a true 10/10 experience. We walked in for a weekday lunch/brunch and started with the…read morebrisket tacos as an appetizer, it was an amazing first impression, it was absolutely perfect, I just wish I wasn't sharing - next time we'll each get our own! My entree was shrimp and grits which was also delicious, the shrimp was cooked perfectly and there was a poached egg on top which always makes everything better. I got to pick a type of bread to go along with the meal and was about to choose sourdough until the server mentioned the option of a fresh baked biscuit! Bonus - it was served with butter and house made jam. My husband got the mojo chicken which was also very good, especially the black bean puree. We also wanted to try the crispy bacon fried rice (which also came with an egg!) and it was something we'd definitely order again. Last but not least, the service was amazing! Can't wait to try their dinner menu.

    Service was slow, the steak was tough not The best steak in…read moreJersey city. Everyone was asked how the food was and service except for our table which consisted of two black women, this was the man in the instagram Videos he completely ignored us . Then we went to the wanderer next Door which we later found out that it's an extension of cafe Alyce and the same man showed up and still ignored us. I will never return here my money is best spent somewhere else.

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    I went to Skinner's Loft the day after a snowfall and had such a great experience. I arrived with…read moremy date around noon, and the cozy, relaxed atmosphere was perfect for a winter day. We both ordered brunch, I had the Caesar salad club sandwich with skinny French fries, which happen to be my favorite kind of fries, and they did not disappoint. My date ordered the brunch burrito with home fries, and he really enjoyed it. We started with espresso martinis, which were a fun and tasty way to kick off the day. I later ordered a cider that was delicious and pleasantly unexpected, it wasn't sweet like a typical cider but more dry and wine-like, which I loved. He followed up with a couple of beers after the martinis. The staff was friendly, conversational, and very helpful when it came to deciding what drinks to order. Overall, Skinner's Loft is a great spot to grab a quick drink or enjoy brunch with a partner or friend. I'd definitely recommend this bar/restaurant to anyone in the Grove Street, Jersey City area. 10/10 recommendation.

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