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    The Kitchen Step

    4.1 (498 reviews)
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    croissant french toast
    Jason K.

    Came here for brunch on a Saturday and we really enjoyed our meal. We had the French toast, steak and eggs, biscuits and gravy, and the eggs benedict. The French toast was really good. It wasn't too heavy and the whipped cream complimented it well. The steak and eggs came exactly as ordered, so no complaints. The biscuits and gravy were tasty, but needed a little more gravy to even out the ratio. The eggs benedict was my favorite. Their truffle hollandaise sauce is really amazing. I could it eat it with everything. The inside is really nice and has a instagramable seating area in the entrance. Would have appreciated a little more space between tables, but I know that can be a tall ask in JC these days. Still recommend checking this place out.

    Josephine L.

    Cute spot for upscale American brunch fare. Definitely get the Semolina Zucchini Fries if you're 3 or more people (or 2 very hungry people). The Mussels are well done and flavorful, though we were eating with French friend who gave the obligatory, "France does it better" comment. ;) The Steak & Eggs are ample, as are the rich Biscuits & Gravy. In fact, portions here are very generous for prices that range from the teens to 20s, so it's almost like brunching in 2015 again. Remember those pre-inflationary days? Me neither.

    biscuits & gravy
    Natalie T.

    This was such a nice spot with a great corner view of the block! The food was really tasty and came out quickly. I was so happy to see biscuits and gravy on the menu and it didn't disappoint! The steak and eggs was also cooked perfectly. Definitely a great spot- the music playlist added to the vibes. Our waitress was a little bit pushy considering it wasn't crowded at all and we would've loved coffee when she already handed us the check, but nonetheless they still provided good service!

    This is supposed to be 4 fish tacos costing $25

    4 tacos with tiny piece of smelly fish inside arrived like this and costing $25... very frustrating

    Christina S.

    Great little spot for dinner and drinks. The zucchini fires are a must every time I go! They are delicious!

    Zucchini Fries
    Benedict C.

    I ended up at The Kitchen Step with a couple friends on a Friday night when our prior dinner plans fell through. It was a bit late for dinner, around 0830-0900 so my friend was able to book a table for 3 online pretty easily. Like any other place in Jersey City, finding parking is hit or miss and unfortunately that night was a miss for us. We parked about a 5 minute walk away from the restaurant. Since we had a reservation we were seated immediately. The staff was very friendly throughout the night. The 3 of us started off with drinks and I enjoyed mine very much. From what I could tell my dining companions liked their drinks as well. So far so good. I ordered the Kale Caesar Salad as a "small plate" and the Ricotta Gnocchi as a "large plate". They were out of kale that night so my salad came with mixed greens rather than kale; no problem. I enjoyed the salad. It was light and refreshing. Nothing mind-blowing but definitely solid. A good pretty good start to my meal. I was looking forward to the ricotta gnocchi and when it came out it looked pretty good too. It came with wild mushrooms, paprika butter, and carrot top pesto. It was...alright. I guess I was expecting a more pesto-y flavor but I was a little disappointed to be honest. It was a perfectly fine dish and the gnocchi had a nice chew to it. I just wasn't the biggest fan of the sauce. Now on to my main gripe, price. The cocktail prices seemed pretty par for the course at $16. My salad was $15 and while I enjoyed it, it did not feel worth $15 to me. The gnocchi dish was $26 and it's not like they give crazy large portions either. I didn't leave hungry, but I also ordered 2 dishes. To me it seems like every food dish is $5-10 more than I'd expect to pay for them. Also, there's a 2.99% convenience fee on top of your bill if you're paying by credit card (who isn't these days?). That rubbed me the wrong way. I didn't hate my experience here, but I'd have some qualms about coming back.

    The Australian Lamb Pops
    Leslie S.

    1st time @ Kitchen Step. The Food Ambiance + Service were all on point. 4 of us were seated at 6; our reserved time. there were several tables still open. Cocktails I had 2 (not my usual one) the nightly special was awesome an interesting cucumber seed mix, next was a fig cocktail (I love figs:) it was lovely. Hubby had his Espresso martini (I never understand how you can mix alcohol + caffeine) it came out with whipped cream which made it more a dessert he thought. Food: Small Plates - Crispy Brussels Sprouts - Excellent flavor mix said coconut carrot puree w/pomegranate - did not taste coconut - tasted really good. Bruschetta of Prosciutto + whipped burrata w truffle honey. Excellent! Charred Octopus - was Very Good - fingerlings w/a nice small plate. They got the right amount of Char without incinerating the poor octopus! Winter beets salad with whipped burrata - OMG Delish! The portion sizes were decent; Any less would have been too little but all satisfying. Next Large Plates 2 of us had the Lamb Chop Special - perfect medium rare a light lovely crust. Only thing chops were served atop a deep fried (I may have this wrong) crispy potato which did not affect the lambies seemed a bit oily but I ate it all! The asparagus not overcooked very good. Hubby had the salmon - OMG it was Delish he only gave up one bite - I was happy w the lamb so no jealousy. Other party had the Halibut + really liked it. I had a taste which seemed a bit bland but she loved it. Desserts! With such a good meal we had to try 2! Ricotta Zeppoles were Great! The nutella dipping sauce + cherry marmalade Delish! Much fancier then the ones @ the Italian feasts we'd get as kids! The Strawberry Shortcake was just right on. More scone like but delish w/a crumy almost crusty top then the bursts of not over sweetened strawberries.. the nutella sauce I could have drank - I usually dont like nutella. The cherry marmalade was a very tasty surprise. On most dishes the portions were just right although some like the beet salad (beautifully presented) looked smaller then it was. The ambience was a soft glow, a basic but warm non fussy interior. They had outdoor seating w/those fire heaters which look inviting. Our young helper was friendly + other then waiting once for a 2nd bottle of water all dishes were brought out appropriately paced. A manager came over to check in a couple of times - a welcoming personality. If any staff room for improvement was the hostess who was just a bit indifferent. All in all a 5 Star experience.

    Brunch buttermilk baked chicken breast
    Kyla B.

    Had a reservation so was sat very quickly. The server was very attentive and great vibes for a late morning brunch. Got the brunch burger and it was very tasty. I felt like it was a good size for the price. The cup of coffee I got was very standard. Some of the other things my friends got were a little on the smaller side but the quality was pretty high! Would come back!

    Eric H.

    Great cozy place with a very homey feel to it especially on the inside. The menu is pretty simple and straightforward without being stuffed with too many options. The pork chop is always the go-to dish here for me. I also enjoyed the burger and fries. The mussels were also good but wasn't so sure about the spicy mayo-like dressing drizzled on top of the mussels and fries like chocolate sauce. Regardless, the food was good and I'd go check it out again since it's right in the neighborhood.

    Taylor E.

    Lovely restaurant with tons of outdoor seating to enjoy the beautiful fall weather. The service was a tad slow for my liking, especially the bar yet the waiter Michael provided excellent service and gave great recommendations. As an appetizer, I ordered the maple-chipotle bbq glazed wings which were cooked perfectly and had great flavor; definitely a must try item. The pink lemonade mocktail was incredible and I wished I ordered it for my drink as the lychee mojito was disappointing as it had no lychee. The shrimp po boy was a the perfect entree with so much flavor and the right portions. The fried pickles were a nice surprise. The Spanish mussels were delicious. I wasn't a fan of the large puff pastry that was served on top to be used to dip in the sauce, especially since I had no plate to rest the puff pastry on while I ate my mussels. Overall, good dining experience and great food.

    Jumbo lump crab cake
    Kyle R.

    Thought I was in a Brooklyn bistro until I realized k was still in Jersey. Cozy tone is set as soon as you step into the place - long narrow layout with a chic bar right in the middle. Intimate setting perfect for a little date night, cocktails or even a brunch outing. Nice bonus that it just so opened to be run by one of my favorite chefs in NJ who does some innovative flavor profiling on what would normally be a basic dish. The food was fantastic with a seasonal rotation. And the cocktails were crafted to perfection. Highly recommend checking it out

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    The food is always exceptional and their wine list is phenomenal! Definitely a place to go to here in Jersey City!

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    What is the difference between "Restaurant" and "Dining Room" when making a reservation online?

    I don't think anything but specify if you want an outdoor greenhouse

    I would like to make a reservation for 11/7, 7pm for 3 guests in the dining room - resy doesn't allow me to proceed. Could you please confirm?…

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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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