About 4 years ago, I went to eat at Rumba’s Cafe on Central Avenue in the Heights, a homey, no-frills, family-owned Cuban eatery with the most delicious food. It’s become one of my favorite spots and I always recommend it to everyone when they are looking for a good meal that is also easy onRead more
National Rum Day: 5 Rum Drinks to Try in Jersey City
Rum is the staple to some of the most popular cocktails, especially those tiki bar favorites. Here are some rum-based drinks in Jersey City you should check out (if you haven’t already)! Have any favorites we missed? Let us know! Rum Punch – Harry’s Daughter The rum punch at Harry’s Daughter is known to tasteRead more
10 Most Instagram-Worthy Dishes in Jersey City
We all live for an Instagram moment. Admit it, you’ve taken a moment to take a photo of your dinner before anyone ruins the picture-perfect table setup. Here’s some of the most Instagrammable foods and drinks in Jersey City! Mathews – 80s Glam Drink View this post on Instagram This weather has us craving GlitteryRead more
20 New Food & Drink Spots in Jersey City
Everything moves so quickly in Jersey City, and a bunch of spots open every month. Here’s a quick roundup of some restaurants, bars, and shops that have opened in the past few months! Now Open Subculture 260 Newark Ave View this post on Instagram Woke up this morning got yourself a #Soprano Part of theRead more
More Life Cafe on Mallory Ave
More Life Cafe opened at the end of May 2018 on 191 Mallory Ave and has since been attracting vegans and non-vegans alike in Jersey City. It’s refreshing to see a vegan spot open outside of Downtown, offering healthy food options to residents in a convenient location. More Life stands out through its buffet-style set up, whichRead more
PeteEatsJC: Low Fidelity
Palisade Avenue has had quite a bit of action the past year or two with multiple new places popping up on the strip. Low Fidelity being one of them; a chill, no fuss, and down to earth bar that serves up some unique pizza for this region of the country, which is a Detroit styleRead more
Top 8 Spots for Mac and Cheese in Jersey City
National Mac & Cheese Day is July 14!
In celebration of National Mac & Cheese Day, here are some of our top picks for in the area for dishes that aren’t the standard bowl of mac. Hooked JC – Crack & Cheese View this post on Instagram When you’re all crabby that it’s only Monday but then you’re like “Wait, it’s Monday beforeRead more
El Sol Del Caribe
Photos by Peter Bonacci
We went to check out More Life Cafe a few weeks ago when it first opened and met Marcell. He told me he is the spawn of the Jersey City landmark in Greenville, El Sol Del Caribe. All the locals in Jersey City, the real Jersey City, know this place. It is known for theRead more
Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli with Homemade Marinara
JC Dishes Lightened Up!
Growing up, I was that kid who didn’t like sandwiches. My mom cooked a can of Chef Boyardee for me most mornings, and I took it to school in a thermos. Although now I wouldn’t touch the stuff with a ten foot pole, I am still a huge pastaRead more
PeteEatsJC: Corkscrew Bar
Being in the service industry for over eight years now, the restaurants I’ve worked at and locations have changed multiple times, but one thing always stayed the same: having a drink with coworkers after a long and exhausting shift. This is always a much-needed way to wind down. You talk about the terrible guests, alongRead more
National Martini Day In Jersey City
Fancy a good martini?! Well, you’ve come to the right place. Not only is it Tuesday June 19, but it’s also NATIONAL MARTINI DAY in Jersey City! Who doesn’t love a good martini? Whether you like them straight up, extra dirty, or just a great Appletini, we’ve got the 4 best places to grab aRead more
5 Vegan Alternatives to Delicious Comfort Foods
How to enjoy comfort foods, plant-based style
If you’re trying out a plant-based diet or simply want to change up your way of eating, Hudson County is becoming a great place for alternative food options. Just because you decide to cut some things out of your diet doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice flavors you love! Here are some dishes in theRead more
PeteEatsJC: Pinwheel Garden Dumpling & Noodle Bar
One of Communipaw’s newest editions is Pinwheel Garden, a small dumpling and noodle bar that packs a big punch. When you walk in, large tropical plants and warm cozy seating greets you. The tables and benches are all made out of reclaimed wood; some pieces are even Hart Pine, which is between 100 and 200Read more