You all know that I love a good bargain and food. Once you combine those two things, I’m in nirvana. A few weeks ago, I was shopping in Morristown. Morristown is about 30 minutes from Jersey City; it's a quaint little town perfect for shopping, eating, and drinking (my 3 favorite things). After a few hours of shopping, my friend and I were hangry AF, not having eaten … [Read more...]
5 vegan/vegan-friendly spots I love in Los Angeles
It’s no surprise that there are a ton of vegan options in California, especially in Los Angeles. With so many great spots and so much good food to choose from, here are just a few of my favorite spots for a full meal or for a quick sweet treat. Let us know other spots you'd recommend – editor@chicpeajc.com. Savory Doomie’s Home Cookin 1253 Vine St This is number … [Read more...]
11 Spots for Work Lunches in Jersey City
Looking for a change of scenery for a lunch meeting, or want to actually enjoy your lunch break outside of the office? Grab your coworkers and head over to one of these spots open for lunch in Jersey City! Hudson Hall 364 Marin Blvd https://www.instagram.com/p/B3Fauy-HRb9/ Enjoy smoked meats, sides, and beer for lunch. Kitchen opens at 11:30 AM Monday through … [Read more...]
5 Brunch Spots To Try in Hudson County
Get your brunch on in Hudson County! Martha's 308 Pacific Ave, Jersey City https://www.instagram.com/p/B3UjAcAFEgT/ Martha's serves up a tasty breakfast and lunch menu from 7AM to 3PM Mon – Sat and 8AM to 2PM on Sundays. Stop by for their Fried Catfish platter, try their South Western omelette, or grab the daily special! Anthony David's 953 Bloomfield St, … [Read more...]
5 Salads We Love in Jersey City
Maybe you want to eat healthier, maybe you've just been craving a salad. In any case, here are 5 of our favorite salads in Jersey City! Subia's 506 Jersey Ave https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp97Giglv4U/ If you're looking for a hefty, healthy salad, Subia's is your place to go. Alongside their kale salad and cranberry salad, you can get some of their wraps and sandwiches as … [Read more...]
Top 6 Weekday Lunch Spots in Jersey City
Sit down and stay a while...
Maybe you're tired of the same options, maybe you just want to take better advantage of those lunch breaks with a good meal. You've only got 30 minutes to an hour, why not make it worth it? Here's a few spots to check out for lunch! Ani Ramen 218 Newark Ave https://www.instagram.com/p/BxU9JE2nw7O/ Ani Ramen is open for lunch from 11AM to 3PM. Mathew’s 351 Grove … [Read more...]
A Mom and Daughter Lunch Date at Rumba’s Cafe
Written by Contributor Maria Fernandez
Recently, my daughter and I had a movie date. Since I’m not fond of spending one billion dollars on 2 drinks and corresponding snacks, I decided we’d leave the house early and grab a bite beforehand. We were headed to Secaucus, so it didn’t hurt to drive a few minutes further into Jersey City. We weren’t sure what we wanted to eat, and if we preferred lunch to breakfast. For … [Read more...]
5 Restaurants to Try this Weekend
Not sure where to go this weekend? Tired of hitting up the same old spot? Here's five restaurants to try this weekend! Amelia’s Bistro 187 Warren St If you're looking for a cute date night spot, check out Amelia's Bistro for dinner. They just released their new menu! Cafe Dolma 270 Grand St Bring the girls for a brunch date! Cafe Dolma is a cute restaurant … [Read more...]
Lunch at Dulce de Leche on Central Ave
Written by Contributor Maria Fernandez
This past weekend, I was heading into the city with my daughter. Knowing I’d be blowing a ton of money while in the city, I decided we would find an affordable place to have lunch in New Jersey. A few months back, I had done some research looking for local Argentinian cuisine. While Googling, I stumbled across Dulce de Leche Bakery in Jersey City. It’s located in the Heights … [Read more...]
Hudson Restaurant Week is Back for its Fifteenth Year!
Calling all foodies – Hudson Restaurant Week is back this winter for its fifteenth year! From January 28 to February 8, Hudson Restaurant Week is taking over 50 restaurants in the area. What is Hudson Restaurant Week? When you dine at one of the participating restaurants, you have a chance to sample a multi-course dinner or lunch at a reduced rate. It's the perfect … [Read more...]
10 Grab & Go Lunch Spots For the Work Week
If you lead a busy life and you only have half an hour to get lunch, you probably want something worth the trip – quick, filling, and preferably not $15+. From Greenville to Downtown to the Heights, we've got a couple of spots we think you'd love! CAVA CAVA is a Mediterranean spot at 30 Montgomery St. Meals are in the $9-$12 range, and they offer some healthy … [Read more...]
Carolyn’s Soul Food
A few weeks ago, the team and I decided to take a lunch trip to Carolyn's Soul Food on 76 Orient Ave right here in Jersey City! Needless to say, the food was delicious and we needed to share it with anyone who may not know about it. There are so many options to choose from at Carolyn's, and we just couldn't get enough! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EGO9VWv6Mg Check out … [Read more...]
Top 6 Avocado Toasts in the Area
I can't trust anyone who doesn't like avocado.
A wise man once said (and by "wise man," I mean the Grubhub Twitter account), "When it comes to avocado toast, it’s all about the toppings." Here at ChicpeaHQ, we're all about avocado toast. While I typically enjoy making it at home, there are plenty of places in Hudson County that offer bomb avocado toasts for when you're on-the-go. Here are a couple of spots we've been … [Read more...]
