25 Essential Jersey City Institutions

Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible restroom.

Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility. Offerings.

Offbeat chain serving cornmeal-crusted pizzas with quirky Cajun toppings in a kid-friendly space.

Identifies as Asian-owned. Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.

Cozy cafe turning out locally sourced breakfast dishes & sandwiches, along with espresso drinks.

Formal Italian restaurant in the Meadowlands Plaza Hotel serves old-style fare & daily lunch buffet.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Kerbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.

Old-school Italian deli serving up a menu of sandwiches, pasta, soup, salads & more.

Modern chain serving pizzas made with flavored crusts & a range of sauces & creative toppings.

Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility. Offerings.

Long-running, brick-lined nook offering an array of Italian cuisine, plus cocktails & wine.

Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.

Service options: Delivery, In-store pickup, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Amenities: Restroom. Planning: Quick visit. Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards.

Service options: Curbside pickup, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Offerings: Comfort food, Healthy options.

Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee. Popular for: Breakfast, Solo dining. Accessibility.

Family-run, upscale-casual restaurant & bar with a New American menu, craft brews & rooftop dining.

Small, basic restaurant whipping up traditional Chinese dishes, such as noodles & fried rice.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Great tea selection.

Intimate locale serving classic Mexican eats like tamales, tortas & tacos, plus breakfast plates.

Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Offerings: Comfort food, Quick bite.

Buzzing hangout with quirky "Day of the Dead" decor, big tequila menu & classic comfort food.

Longtime eatery for classic Italian fare in an unassuming storefront with tucked-away dining space.