Food and location was great! I am not a vegan or vegetarian but the vegan bolognese was amazing! Service was slow but they seemed short staffed our waitress was hustling but it was obvious she was overwhelmed. Drinks were generous and outdoor seating was nice. read more

I came here with some friends for dinner and drinks. We ate outside. The view was great. Outdoor seating is open until 11:30PM. Fancy food, fancy drinks, fancy atmosphere, great view, and friendly service make this a great evening. There are lots of small tapas plates on the menu to share with everyone at the table if that's your style. Share share, it's only fair! The French onion mac and cheese bites come with the French onion reduction on the side. Its your choice to dump it over the mac and cheese or dip them in. There are plenty of flatbreads to satisfy everyone at the table and certainly create a nice discussion about what to order. Overall a great experience. I will come back to try more items from the menu. read more

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I sat outside with some friends at Union Hall. The drinks were great, but the service was a little slow. We waited for a while for our check after requesting it. Union Hall was very trendy and a great place for dinks with friends or dinner with family. I did not eat there, but the tapas menu looked delicious. The bar is located on the Hudson, so there is a great view as well! read more

Union Hall - Gastropubs Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Came for brunch on a Saturday and it was surprisingly empty! The interior is very cute with industrial décor. Their brunch deal was one "unfinishable" drink (large mason jar with either mimosa, Bloody Mary, or brunch punch) and your choice of 4 small plates for $25. That is a great deal and I'd definitely recommend that! I didn't want any alcohol so I ordered 2 things off the regular menu thinking the portions would be bigger, but they were still quite small. I got the small pita eggplant bite which was very tiny, but very flavorful!! I wish it was larger! And then I got the burrata flatbread which was also delicious. Again, just wish portions were larger. If you come here, get the brunch deal because that's the best bang for your buck. read more

Union Hall - Pita ($3) - Gastropubs Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

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Stopped by on a Sunday with a friend for drinks and apps- service was good and I like that the bar and tables are separate. We could still have a conversation but also be in a crowded bar watching football if we wanted. The food exceeded expectations! I remember loving the dinner I had a year ago but sadly had not come back for food in quite some time. I'm so glad we stopped by- everything was really delicious and perfect to share! We tried the fig prosciutto toast, truffled bacon egg and cheese flatbread and the crispy Brussels. Each dish was flavorful and came out hot and fresh. We both ordered a mimosa, mine had a fly floating towards the end? So I didn't finish it but everything was really good! Would recommend for a group of people since everything is meant to be shared or a date! read more

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Leaving one star solely because of the blonde hostest who is extremely rude. I should have stayed home but sadly I made the mistake of bringing my out of town friends here for a drink and some apps before a dinner reservation. One requirement to be a host is literally to be friendly/welcoming to people who come eat in your restuarant. I think that's pretty easy? Or, if you're not friendly you don't apply for a hostest position..... perhaps something in the back so you don't showcase your negative attitude. I asked her how she was and with an attitude she responded "good." and proceeded on with an attitude. My friend arrived late and said "hi! I'm here to meet my friends who are sitting in the back" to which she responded "interesting." My friend asked "oh, why?" She goes "we don't have a back." What? I'm sorry but the whole experience was ruined because of her. There are multiple reviews about her too, which goes to show it is time to find a new hostest. read more

Had a fun night here! My friends and I are still not doing indoor dining so we ate outside. They set up a heater and remained attentive to us even though we were the only ones outside. Thank you UH for being so accommodating. The service was great, the food was great, it was a great experience overall. They have a decent cocktail selection. They had gourmet burgers and entrees (Beef Stroganoff was great) We will surely come back here again! Nothing negative to say about this place. read more

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I have to start by saying I'm sorry for the three stars because the vibe outside is nice and the lights with the view is almost worth it. Unfortunately the food was just not good. Also if you read my other reviews I really appreciate water. They served water right away... great!... but it was warm water??? Why??? Why would you serve warm water on a hot day. First red flag. We ordered the raw bar sampler and the disco fries. I got a sparkling rose and my fiancé got a cold Irish coffee. My rose was great (out of a bottle) his coffee was decent (looked good tho). The raw bar sampler was actually awful. We both love seafood and I don't need the best quality but it actually was not good. We didn't even finish it. And the disco fries they were okay just okay :(. I would say stick to wines and views here. The server also didn't care at all not that we need attention but we weren't even asked if the food was good (which I'm glad cause I have a hard time lying). I have been here once before inside when I was a little tispy with my cousins and it was fun inside. So overall just come for drinks. read more

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Union Hall is a huge restaurant space on the water close to downtown Hoboken. Excellent location and big space makes it easy to get a table. We sat outside on a weekday summer night and shared a bunch of plates. For the most part, the menu here is great for sharing, sort of a tapas style menu with American-style food options. We started with some toasts which were awesome. We got the burrata & lobster toasts, the crispy brussels, the cauliflower "fried rice", and off the mains - the meatballs and salmon. All of the food was delicious, and was really great to share to try everything. Service was great, even outside, which sometimes tends to lack in my experience because it's further away. The prices here are reasonable too! Would definitely return! read more

A gastropub with a great view of the water. I wasn't super hungry when we went since I'd had a big lunch but I got a salad with brussel sprouts that I wasn't sure how it would taste since I'd had cooked brussel sprouts that came out good but wasn't sure about raw ones. Turns out I couldn't even taste anything that was odd to my taste buds and it was very good along with being an innovative dish. It was a little quieter than some places in the area. Service was really good and the s'mores dessert alone was worth the visit. If I were in the area, I'd go back. read more

Food was good vibes were good and dog friendly. The servers were very friendly- I did feel I had to repeat what I wanted multiple times we went around brunch time so it could be because it was busy. read more

Came by tonight with my wife, and had an incredible time. Sat at the bar with Flynn and what a relief it is to sit with a professional bartender in Jersey. Makes a great Old Fashioned and my wife loved her Hemingway Daiquiri. Tacos and burger were flavored to perfection. Cauliflower Fried Rice was AMAZING. Great music and chill interior, I've been before , but tonight at the bar sold me !! Can't wait to come back. read more

Came here for restaurant week and it was so good! The service was really nice too! I got the deviled eggs, the salmon, and the cauliflower fried rice. There was blueberry ice cream and it was so good. Overall a great experience! read more

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Do not come here for brunch. My eggs were undercooked and the salad had rotten pieces in it. Coffee was also 1/10. Avoid avoid avoid. read more

Union Hall - $15 standard breakfast - Gastropubs Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Awesome service by Devon to go along with the amazing food. Great GF options for beer, cider, pasta and bread! A must try... and the view of the Manhattan skyline is unbelievable! read more

Myself and a group of friends visited Union Hall for dinner. When we got there it was fairly empty to our surprise. Most likely due to the cold weather. We all got rounds of drinks that all were great. Our food was great too. Only thing we didn't like is the steak tartare. Our server was very nice and although at times we found ourselves looking for him because we were waiting for a while. All together, was very good and we could come back. read more

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While in, Hoboken New Jersey, the Grubbing Crew and I decided to visit some suggested eateries around town. First stop, Union Hall. A Gastropub with an assortment of meals you all would love, especially the starters. we were glade we stopped by. read more

I've been here a few times already and normally my experience here is good. Unfortunately I was there on Saturday and my experience was not so great. Ordered the salmon platter to share with my husband and two kids. When we were almost done with it we found a piece of plastic in the cream cheese. I didn't take a picture which I should've, but we immediately called our server over and let him know. He looked like he was in shock, he apologized and went to get the hostess that was there that day, not sure if she's the manager. Hostess took our plate to the kitchen and a couple minutes later she brought the same plate back, with the plastic removed. All she said was "I just wanted to show the chef. It's obviously plastic from the cream cheese container but I just wanted to show him" then offered to give us more bread. She could've had a completely different approach to the situation and tried to be more accommodating. read more

Union Hall - Giant sangria - Gastropubs Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

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Came in one Saturday afternoon for brunch with a reservation at 12:45 for a party of four. The place was pretty empty for prime brunch time (and didn't really fill up as we were eating either). We all decided to do the prix fixe menu, where you get 4 small plates, 1 large drink (with a refill) for $24 per person. For the drink, they come in a HUGE mason jar, and you get a choice of mimosas, bloody marys, or the UH brunch punch. I had asked our waiter if we would be able to try a bit of the brunch punch before we committed to it. He said we couldn't because they make a batch directly into the large mason jar. Ok fine. So I get the bloody mary, which is not bad but there's very little alcohol in it. Plus, bloody mary's are pretty filling for me and I can only drink so much of it, so I wanted to switch to a mimosa. When I asked if I could switch, our waiter said we couldn't because they make the drinks in huge batches and just refill it into your cup. So which is it? Because it sounds to me like the liar was just too lazy to accommodate the customers. Bad drinks aside, some of the food is pretty good. 1st plate (choose from a selection of toasts) - I had the smoked salmon toast. This was good but the the edges of my toast were a little bit burnt. 2nd plate (choose from breakfast tacos, chicken waffle dogs, and a few other items I can't remember) - I really liked the chicken waffle dog. The chicken was a nice change. It's also the perfect size because I think if it was any bigger, I probably would have gotten sick of it. 3rd plate (choose from a selection of salads or a slider duo) - I went with the slide duo, which was some gyro sammie, and a mini lobster roll. The gyro was great, while the lobster was just okay. It came topped with these fried onion straws, which didn't seem to go with it. 4th plate (choose from two flatbreads, or chilaquiles skillet) - I picked the chilaquiles but I wish I hadn't. It was soggy and cold. It seems that their menu is a mix of meh items and pretty good items. If you are coming for brunch, I would recommend just ordering a la carte, and getting a beer instead of one of their brunch cocktails. read more

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Stopped in here for a bite to eat. Our experience was a little bizarre. The menu is set up strangely. Our bartender didn't recommend anything and she seemed irritated. Paul the bartender was great though. He made excellent recommendations. We started with four oysters. They were a great size and had a great flavor. There were a couple shells in them though. and I thought it was odd that they weren't served on ice. We also ordered the seared salmon and the truffle deviled eggs. Ordered a beer and an Irish mule. The mule was very good. The deviled eggs were creamy and had great flavor. Didn't taste much truffle though. There was one and a half eggs total on a small bed of arugula. The salmon was good but small. Cooked perfect. The yucca chips were perfect and salty. The Swiss chard was cooked perfect. Def recommend that dish. read more

Union Hall - Truffled Deviled Eggs - Gastropubs Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

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Love this place! Plenty of space, never too crowded and offers American-style tapas which are delicious, reasonably priced and good portion sizes! In general has a wide variety of options for vegetarians and those looking for healthier fare. Also has a great unique specialty cocktail menu as well as a house brewed beer for just $2. The octopus was one of the best octopus dishes I've ever had, perfectly cooked and flavored. We came here Saturday during the day on "LepreCon" which was a bit loud and busy, but normally has a more casual setting. Also has plenty of TVs and bar space if you're watching a game. Also the service was attentive and helpful. No complaints! read more

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Ever since moving to Hoboken, Union Hall was strongly recommended to me for a brunch option. I've been here twice so far, and the food has been solid. First time here I got the Brunch Special for $24 (you get to order 4 tapas along with bottomless mimosa/Bloody Mary/special brunch punch. I (as with my fellow 3 guy friends) were unable to get refills of the mimosa as one jar each was too much for us haha. We marveled at others downing 3+ mason jars. Brunch Tapas Review: -Corn dogs are good (wish they gave bigger portion!) -Smoked Salmon Toast was the winner (second time here instead of the brunch special I only ordered the salmon toast entree--worth it) -Brussel Sprout Salad was mediocre, all the salad tapas aren't that appetizing. -Challah Chocolate French Toast portion is HUGE and will fill you up. Though, ours was a bit soggy. read more

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Overall, this is a really cute restaurant. Right by the water. Met some girlfriends for brunch, and we made a reservation for a Sunday. The drinks that come with the brunch prix fixe menu (and who doesn't love that) are absolutely huge! Apparently it's bottomless drinks, but I'd be surprised if anyone can drink more than two of these. The prix fixe menu is simple, for $24 you get a large cocktail (bloody mary, brunch punch, etc.) and choice of 4 plates from their menu, one from each category. I went rogue and ordered the kobe burger with a fried egg, because let's get real, who would pass up a kobe burger with a fried egg. It was delicious, reasonably priced, service was good. Solid 4 stars. Don't expect to be overly wowed, but for what it is, it's good. read more

Union Hall - Kobe burger with a fried egg - Gastropubs Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Four of us came into Union Hall around 12:45pm for our brunch reservations. My cousin, who lives in Hoboken, made reservations and could not get anything earlier. This seemed odd, because the entire time we were there, it wasn't even half full. Perhaps they were expecting more walk-ins? We all opted to do their brunch special, where you get a giant mason jar cocktail and 4 tapas. The menu was actually kind of confusing, but we worked it out. You pick your choice of a cocktail and then pick one item from each part of the menu - there are 4 parts. You get a small, 1 person serving of the item. I thought their chicken waffle corn dog was phenomenal. The lox toast was also really good. I thought the lobster roll was kind of forgettable, as was the vegetable pita. I'd come back for a full order of corn dogs though! The staff seemed to be confused about what was in the cocktails. One person told us one thing, while another person told us something else about the ingredients in the cocktails. One of my cousins cannot have any kind of hard liquor and she wanted to know the ingredients before ordering. One person told her their house brunch punch had champagne while the other told her it had vodka. Which one is it? Also, they lied to my other cousin when she asked about trying the cocktails. She first asked if she could try the cocktail first before committing to a giant mason jar. They told her it wasn't possible because they make it the moment you order it. Later on, she asked if she could swap cocktails, since we each get one refill. They told her that they have it made to order in a jug and they just pour it into our cups when we want a refill. WHICH ONE IS IT? I'm conflicted about what kind of rating to give Union Hall. On the one hand, it was a nice brunch and we sat for a very long time catching up. On the other hand, they're kind of lying liars... read more

Popped in there one day after dinner with my friend, had never been there before but the bartender brandon made me us feel extremely comfortable and recommended some really good cocktails. Couldn't remember the name of it but I remember it was a martini and had some pixie dust! Great recommendation! Overall our experience there was really good and enjoyable, great energy and personality! read more

Came here for dinner on a Saturday night around 730. There were plenty of seats and most people were having drinks. There are less TVs than your typical Hoboken spot but the crowd seems familiar as does the atmosphere. In the summer the place is open and pretty airy and loud. Small plates are served with some larger entrees as well. We ordered the following: - Dorito Shrimp - very good - Truffle Fries - excellent - Big Mac Attack Beer Tartar - average - Philly Hangar Steak - average - Cauliflower Fried Rice - one of the best dishes - Mexican Street Corn Risotto - one of the best dishes - S'mores Cookie Skillet - very good - Drinks - Glass of chenin blanc, El Presidente, french Malbec - cocktail was ok but the french Malbec was terrific and for 10 dollars a steal I started this review thinking Union Hall should get 3 stars but the food was actually pretty well done and creative. Our waiter was pretty slow and had very little knowledge about the menu. We asked about filleting the branzino and he was confused which is normally a pretty standard request. That said everything we had was mostly really good, the prices were reasonable and it was easy to get a table. I'd go again especially because there are a lot of other interesting things on the menu! read more

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If you like the taste of charcoal then you will love this place. Okay drinks & COMPLETELY burnt food. Union Hall is a fitting name since it taste like a university dining hall food. Two stars because the staff was very friendly & good outdoor dining area. read more

Came here for drinks the location is great and in front of the water. Beer selection is pretty decent and service was good. Now the reason for the two stars is the burger, I don't know how one can mess up a plain cheese burger but this place managed to. The patty was coated with a layer of salt making it largely in edible. Again not sure how or why anyone would cook a burger this way. Never again. read more

Union Hall - You can still see the coat of salt in this picture - Gastropubs Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Union Hall is one of my favorite spots in Hoboken for a lite dinner and happy hour. I like to sit at the bar with my husband, order a few apps and cocktails. It's consistently good! read more

Let me begin by saying the following: I am a bartender in New York City. This place is a health code violation and needs to be shut down immediately. If you eat here and find yourself sick soon after, this place is the reason why: They serve drinks with ingredients that have long past their shelf-life. The mixture for their Colada was curdled over and had chunks of expired milk product in it. They do NOT wash their glassware properly. The bartenders literally dunk the glasses in water for one second, and call them clean. They do not even wipe them down as the glasses always seems to have streaks and lipstick marks on them. Now for the real review: The decor will fool you. This looks like it would be found in the center of Montclair and populated by college kids. While the latter part is true, that is the only praise I can give to this place. Walking in with my friends we were greeted by the host or manager or whoever she is, as if we were interrupting something important. She stated they had no tables available (which did not seem to be true unless they were reserved), and were directed to sit at the bar area. No issues with that. However However table she directed (yes, not walked) us to is tucked away in the corner, with barely any space on one side as it is up against the bar seats, and against a floor to ceiling window that had a draft and with it being in the 30's tonight, was a joke. We decided to head over to the center community table. Our server (or bartender as he was behind the bar for the majority of our time) was very pleasant but seemed overwhelmed. With 4 bartenders, you would think this place is understaffed with how in a rush everyone seems. The drink menu is very basic and bland. 3 or 4 step drinks with unnecessary additions to be the Union Hall variant (seriously the "Cosmos"politan' is a traditional cosmo with moon dust to add sparkle). Lime juice is overpowering on everything that is made with it (yeah I get that is nearly EVERY drink ever but still). I ordered the apple Maple Bourbon Manhattan and was disappointed as I watched it being made. Premium whiskey then outpoured by bottom shelf whiskey, sweet vermouth, shaken with maple syrup. Overly sweet and just unpalatable. My friend had ordered the Sinatra Colada and didn't take more than one sip. She stated that whatever the prebatch was, it had curdled and gone bad long ago. So we are being served items that have long been expired. The food. We had ordered the hummus and flatbread to start. Both were extremely small in portion size, but for the price, it was expected. The hummus had very little flavor and tasted way more grainy than any other I had had. The amount of chips and veggies that come with it is also a joke. The Flatbread was almost impossible to eat as it feels like someone just took whatever was laying around and tossed it on a piece of bread and microwaved it. At this point we had all switched over to wine or liquor to avoid having another bad beverage experience. When our entrees came out, I thought maybe there would be a salvaged experience. How wrong I was. The burger tasted as if I had went into a Walmart and got one of those single serving burgers in the prepared food sections. Yes, I know what one of those tastes like. No flavor to the meat. The cheese was bland and not even close to being melted. The fries were bland and starchy. My friends didn't have much better luck with their items either, tho the salmon looked decent. We asked if we could have some extra truffle oil and parmesan for our truffle fries, and were told that would be an extra $5. What???? What a joke. To top all of this off, we watched as the bartenders "cleaned" the glass wear. They just dunk it in their sinks and that is it. I doubt there is any cleaning solution, let alone clean water in those sinks. I always wondered why this place was always closed around midnight on Saturdays. Now I know. Save yourself the trouble and do not come here. Hell, report it to the city health department, something I am going to be doing. read more

Came here for their brunch as it was very empty but seemed like a nice place. They offer $2 mimosa/ $3 bloody Mary. I couldn't pass that up. Our waiter was very nice and attentive. One thing to note about this place is that they offer a lot of small plates, not regular sized entrees as most other places. Think of it as a lot of appetizers that can be shared. I went with my partner and ordered the 4 breakfast tacos, chicken & waffles, and benny skillet. All of it was very good and I'd recommend them all. We left full and happy. It is a little pricey but worth the splurge imo. With their cheap drinks, great view of NYC, delicious food this is a place that I'll be returning to in the Hoboken area. read more

Union Hall - Brunch small plates... Chicken and waffles, breakfast tacos, and hash. Very good. - Gastropubs Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

One of my favorite places in Hoboken , love the happy hour for sure and the service I will def be bad with some friends

Stay away from this place. Restaurant manager was awful, rude and nasty. She was not meant to serve customers and smile. Food was below mediocre. you have much nicer places around it. read more

Yes view of the river is cool. The food was [eventually] good. Our server was ok. My issue was the deafening noise level. They were BLASTING house music like it was a dance club. On top of that, due March Madness in progress, they had the volume on TV's maxed out on 5 TV's. We were in the furthest corner from the bar, fortunately in the corner with the best view of the river, and still couldn't have a conversation without shouting at each other. My wife asked for the salmon, cooked medium, it came out raw, she sent it back. I asked for my tuna to be served rare, it came out medium-well. read more

Great place for a bunch of small plates. Would recommend sitting outside or by the window. They have a DJ on Friday/Saturday night and drink specials. Wait staff is very friendly and will give reccos on dishes to order. The Brussels salad is delicious! read more

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Literally can't understand why this place isn't packed for brunch every weekend! We grab a seat at the bar on Saturday or Sunday and do the "big drinks, small bites" menu. You pick an enormous, bottomless cocktail (either a mimosa, bloody, or punch) and four tapas style small plates for $29 per person. They aren't kidding about the drinks - they come in HUGE mason glasses and will refill them if you manage to finish. My bloody was nice and spicy too! Definitely recommend the salmon toast & the chicken and waffles on a stick - super delish. We also got the breakfast bao, truffle tots and buratta flatbread, which were all really good as well. It's a reasonable deal, nice atmosphere, and you get SO. MUCH. read more

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Went here for dinner with a friend for my first outdoor dining experience and it went great! We scanned QR code's for the menu to do contactless ordering, and the food/drinks came quickly. We ordered a bunch of small plates to split and everything was tasty. I especially liked the BEC flatbread! read more

Union Hall - Gastropubs Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Newish spot on hoboken waterfront. Stopped in for Friday happy hour. They have specials on wine and beer. The space is large with a cool indoor bar and then ample patio seating. We must've gotten there right when they were opening, no hostess around to seat us. Stood a bit awkwardly for a few and some that looked like a manager told us to sit wherever. We grabbed a spot out front. Our server was friendly, but was soft spoken and mumbled his words. So was hard to understand some of the specials he told us about. He also explained the concept of the place, essentially tapas style and everything Is suggested to share. We ordered drinks and apps. For food we had the cauliflower fried rice, the hot chicken, and French onion mac n cheese bites. Chicken was disappointing. More like some type of chicken nugget with no heat served in a waffle cone bowl. Definitely recommend the cauliflower fried rice. But, also felt like it was something I could replicate at home. I'd come back here for the beautiful waterfront view. read more

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Randomly found myself here on a Saturday for some college football, beer, and brunch. Let's start off my saying this place has some of the best deals for drinks in Hoboken for brunch. $1 beer mugs, $2 mimosa / Bloody Mary's. Most dishes around +/- $10, which is also excellent for Hoboken, and eve more so on the waterfront. What surprised me here was how good and interesting the food was, while still being really cheap as well. The chicken and waffle are basically chicken in a waffle made in the shape of a corn dog with a maple dipping sauce. I loved this. The bacon and egg flatbread with truffle was equally awesome, with thick diced bacon and a nice truffle flavor. Even the salad was excellent. Considering the amount of food we ordered and drinks we had, the bill for 4 adults and 2 children with a lot of food and a lot of drink came well under $100, including tax and tip. This place is one of the best deals in Hoboken, and actually has quality, interesting food. I'm adding this to the regular rotation. read more

Union Hall - Chicken and waffles. - Gastropubs Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

The food was actually pretty mediocre to so-so, but I'm bumping up the rating to 3 stars since the service was very kind. CONTEXT: It was a party of 11 (8 adults and 3 babies), and so they were kind and accommodating to us and for that I appreciate it. Charred octopus~ bland and underwhelming. I dunno what it was but the whole dish was so bland, that aside from the mouth texture I honestly couldn't tell the difference between the octopus from everything else in the dish. Burger~ came with "potato sticks"; even though the potato sticks were a departure from the usual fries of other places, the sticks were so tiny and thin it was almost like eating the bottom of a bag of potato chips: frustrating to grab and unsatisfying to eat due to its small size. The burger was fine, but the potato sticks were weird and annoying. Brussels Caesar~ i was intrigued by the idea; caesar salad but using brussels sprouts. That was my mistake; it totally doesn't work. Pickle Jar~ I love pickles, I even pickle some of my own foods, and this was not a good pickle jar. UH's pickle jar was probably something an amateur home pickler could pull off; kind of basic and overly vinegary with not a whole lot else to the taste. All that said, the service at UH was superb and kind, so while the food was lacking, the service was great. read more