Halifax's bubbles brunch is simply the BEST in Hoboken. Chic, vibrant, and consistently on point…read morefor my girls! The menu delivers, the champagne keeps flowing, and the waterfront setting makes the entire experience feel elevated. Huge thanks to Weng, Olivia and the entire team for always delivering a fabulous experience!

Birthday celebration…read more Delicious food, warm staff who remembered our table, and the lighting made my daughter's selfies pop. Perfect spot for a milestone like sixteen. Highly recommend

My first time dining at Sirenetta because I have been a bit salty about a restaurant taking over…read moreMaxwells space. But in this economy, I go where the happy hours are, and Sirenetta's has a pretty nice HH menu. We went on a Tuesday (they have different HH specials depending on the day you go) and ordered: - $1 oysters - I would skip these as they are the only oysters I've eaten and not liked the flavor of -Whipped Ricotta Dip - This was okay, served with 2 pieces of bread when 3 or 4 would have been better -Shrimp Frites - this was fine -Kale Caesar Salad - mind blowing, possibly the best kale salad I've had - Olive Oil Martini - Full price and worth it I liked the martini and salad so much I'll be back to try more of the regular menu on a Thursday night when the martini's are $10. Service was also great and we were very comfortable sitting outside with our dog.

The location is prime Hoboken and the interior is light and bright but we were pretty squeezed at…read moreour inside table (3 people at a 4 person table). The servers were all adorable and very young but trying very hard. I never saw a manager or senior person. The oysters were small but this isn't oyster season. Shrimp cocktail was large and nice. Lobster roll was disappointing (bacon on it?) but Bronzino was very nice with lovely lemony cream sauce. Pasta bolognese was fine. None of the staff seemed familiar with the wine list. We ordered a bottle of Sancerre but would have been better off with the vouvray. Be aware, Sirenetto doesn't open until noon.

Your family's first time to mindlessly wander all around Hoboken on a Sunday afternoon (your kids…read moreabsolutely sick of hearing their dad - me! - boring them with endless tales of "back in the day..." from when I was their age and up to no good in this wee little town) and now we were on the hunt for a place to eat. The Brass Rail won out (sorry, Jersey Mike's that we passed on a random side street!) and it was spectacular. Very classy - dark décor, cool lighting, interesting and engaging artwork. A great varied menu (the beer-and-wine list looked impressive, the food options were all over the place - in a good way). The waiter (an aspiring model/actor/bouncer, for sure!) was top-notch. The complimentary focaccia starter - delicious. When our meals arrived even my kids (teens are never impressed) said they were worthy of being photographed. (And they tasted even better.) One kid went with the pork chop and the way he devoured the Brussel sprout-bacon-apple side I think he forgot that he doesn't even like green vegetables. His brother dug the sliders but wasn't blown away (and if we're nitpicking... my clam-pasta dish could've used a wee bit less lemon juice, but maybe that's just me). Cool staff. Pricing wasn't as outrageous as we feared. It was a total fluke that we found a (free) parking spot when/where we did, don't think we'll ever be that lucky again or we'd definitely come back here again.

I have returned to The Brass Rail several times since my mediocre experience two and a half years…read moreago (see past review) and have left with a much better impression than on that occasion, which seemed to have been a one-off. On my most recent trip, we started with the Passion for Mezcal cocktail, which contained passion fruit liquor, pineapple, and mezcal. The sweet, tart, and smokey concoction has become one of my favorite drinks in town. We also shared the Pork Bao Buns, which came as a trio of soft, chewy clam-shell shaped dough pieces packed with slow-braised pork, hoisin sauce, and pickled vegetables. They were incredible and definitely something we would order again. For my main course, I went with an entree I recently discovered there and have enjoyed each time, the Brazilian Red Snapper. The tender, mild fish had been baked in parchment paper, along with scallions, cherry tomatoes, clams, and a garlic white wine broth. The clams were a bit small, but the seafood dish was otherwise great. Plus, it came with a small skillet of thin, crispy slices of fried fingerling potatoes that were fantastic! My companion was equally satisfied with his burger and fries. We finished the meal with the Chocolate Chocolate dessert, which had been described as "gooey chocolate cake, mousse, and cookie crumbles" with a note that it needed about 12 minutes to bake. However, when it arrived it was not the slice of cake we had pictured. Instead, it was a martini glass filled with crushed Oreos, chocolate mousse, and chocolate cake bites, all topped with whipped cream. So, it was more like a dirt pudding or trifle, but it was enjoyable nonetheless. I also should mention that we love the staff here. I did not catch the name of our waitress this time, but she was excellent. We also adore Korrissa, Saraya, and Andres, who always know how to make their customers feel welcome! Their pleasantries match the cozy and homestyle feel of the restaurant.

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.

Great food and the best service I've ever experienced in Jersey City, will 100% be back!read more

Beautifully designed restaurant with open dining room with plenty of sunlight through big windows,…read moreoutdoor patio seating, balcony seating and bar. Layout flows seamlessly. This visit was for Saturday lunch which has brunch dishes and some limited lunch menu items. The " bluefin tuna" appetizer was really well presented with avocado, thinly sliced cucumbers with the tuna served over the fried rice. The beef carpaccio was also very good served over a potato. Our waiter was a Jordanian gentlemen. He was excellent. It was a highlight to have a pleasant, polite, respectful, professional! The lunch was good. The shoestring fired potato's were amazing. Both white wine pairings were excellent. $150 for 2.

Amazing cocktails and mocktails! Food was delicious too…read moreA very classy atmosphere and staff were kind and attentive.

4.5 stars I recently…read morewent back to Olivia's, which had a largely new staff since my last visit. My friend and I were seated near the front door, which was open to let in the unseasonably warm fresh air. We were at a four-top table in one of the large bay windows. It was an early weeknight, so the place was rather quiet, creating an atmosphere that was really just peaceful in all aspects. In addition, our server was friendly, professional, and checked in on us at just the right cadence. We started by ordering Spicy Margaritas, which were made with Casco Viejo Blanco tequila, agave, Triple Sec, and lime. It was a delicious blend that was tart, sweet, spicy, and very strong! It was an excellent rendition. We then moved directly on to entrees, and I selected the Salmon, which was seared to the perfect medium/medium-well temperature that I had requested. It was served over a warm stack of cooked rainbow carrots, grilled asparagus, and fingerling potatoes, which were all freshly and ideally cooked. The dish was made even more delicious by its light topping of a creamy Succotash Sauce with corn and beans. My friend ordered the Steak Taco and Crispy Brussel Sprouts appetizers as her main and was happy with both. We completed our meal with a celebratory serving of the Lava Cake, which was gooey, rich, and decadent; it was topped with a scoop of vanilla gelato and fresh, mixed berries. Overall, it was a very pleasant and delicious experience that reminded me of the charm Olivia's offered.

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

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.

The restaurant has a huge, beautiful space overlooking the water…read more I did go here for the $1 oyster though and was a tad disappointed. The oysters were bland... they were soft, the consistency is there but somehow tasteless. Everything else were flavorful!

I wouldn't go back…read more The shakshuka was raw and incredibly soupy. The steak and eggs were fine, but nothing special. We also ordered a salmon Caesar salad as an appetizer, and the salmon took forever to come out. What really hurt the experience was the service and timing. We were there for 2.5 hours for brunch, which is way too long. At one point around noon, the manager called a full staff meeting during peak service hours, which seemed to make everything move even slower. I honestly couldn't believe that was happening while guests were waiting on food or their bill. Overall, the food was inconsistent, the service was slow, and the restaurant felt disorganized. On top of that, the outside music was so loud, the server apologized for it and we asked to have them lower the music. Unfortunately, not a place I'd return to.