Hear ye, hear ye! We at HG have an announcement to make — we now have the winners for the Best of Hoboken 2025 Awards. After weeks of our readers voting and local businesses working hard for your support, we have finally closed the polls and have tallied the votes to see who has won the title — and of course the bragging rights — of being the “best” in town.

FYI – we do not pick winners or nominees, the winners are chosen by voting over the course of two weeks by our audience, and nominees are the same — nominated fully by our readers and audience. This list is entirely editorial and separate from our advertising partnerships. If you don’t see a category you think should be on here, please click here to fill out our form to suggest future categories. We cannot guarantee inclusion, but we truly appreciate your suggestions and our team will take them into consideration for 2026.

Winners – please note: an email will be going out with your virtual decal + link to use plus instructions on how to obtain your physical decal in the new year. Please email hello@hobokengirl.com so we have your most up-to-date mailing address.

Thank you and congratulations to all who were nominated.

Winners, feel free to save this decal to post on your social media (we’ll also be mailing them in the new year (1 decal per winner) – so reach out to hello@hobokengirl.com with a specific mailing address for us to send needed).

Best Accessories: Brooke & Bel

Best Acupuncture Practice: Classical Acupuncture with Belinda Brown

Best Art Gallery: Hoboken Historical Museum 

Best Bagel: O’Bagel

Best Bar: 8th Street Tavern

Best Barbershop: Dean Wes Barbershop

Best Beer Selection: Cork City Pub

Best Blow Out: Salon Gatto

Best Botox/Fillers: Fillir

Best Breakfast Sandwich: Alessio’s Cafe

Best Breakout Hoboken Business 2025: Shay Dough

Best Brunch: Anthony David’s

Best Burger: Onieal’s

Best BYOB Spot: Otto Strada

Best Cannabis Shop: Blue Violets

Best Chicken Parm: Augustino’s 

Best Chiropractor: Hudson Family Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, & Acupuncture

Best Clothing Boutique: Brooke + Bel

Best Cocktails: Grand Vin

Best Coffee Shop: Bwè

Best Community Event: Saint Ann’s Italian Festival

Best Cookie: Baking Mama

Best Date Night Spot: Antique Bar & Bakery

Best Daycare: Greatness Grows Early Learning Center

Best Deli: Fiore’s

Best Delivery Restaurant: Alfalfa

Best Dentist: Lucas Dental Associates

Best Dermatologist: Schweiger Dermatology

Best Dessert Shop: KikiLu Gelato

Best DIY Experience: Hudson Table

Best Dog Walker: Gianna’s Pups

Best Dog-Friendly Business: Cork City

Best Espresso Martini: Dear Maud

Best Eyebrow Spot: SKIN by EC

Best Facial: Glowasis

Best Fitness Studio: Prime Cycle + Body

Best Floral Design: Hudson Flowers

Best Food Truck: Amanda Bananas

Best Fries: Elysian Cafe

Best Gift Shop: Washington General Store

Best Gluten-Free Menu: The Brick

Best Gluten Free Sweet Treat: Alfalfa

Best Hair Salon: Salon Gatto

Best Hangover Food: O’Bagel

Best Healthy Food Spot: Alfalfa

Best Hidden Gem: somewear in between

Best Home Decor: Washington General Store

Best Home Organizer: Sorted by Snow

Best Jeweler: W. Kodak Jewelers

Best Kids’ Activity: The Bunny Hive

Best Kids’ Boutique: Hoboken Clique

Best Lashes:W Lash Hoboken

Best Liquor/Beer Store: Sparrow Wine & Liquor Co.

Best Local Maker/Artisan: Shay Dough

Best Local Performer: Mike Buscio

Best Mac n Cheese: Antique 112

Best Makeup: Graceful Skin & Body

Best Margarita: East LA

Best Massage: Moonlight Spa

Best Matcha: The Hive

Best Medspa: Fillir 

Best Mutz: Fiore’s House of Quality

Best Nail Spot: Nailed It

Best New Hoboken Business: The Little Glow Society

Best New Restaurant: Mile Square Cafe

Best Nutritionist: Diana Orchant Nutrition

Best Outdoor Dining Set-Up: Apulia

Best Pasta: Otto Strada

Best Personal Trainer: Hoboken Fit Lab

Best Pet Groomer: Erica Li – Furever Fresh

Best Pet Shop: Cornerstone Pets

Best Photographer: David White Photography

Best Physical Therapist: Hudson Family Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, & Acupuncture

Best Pilates Studio: Elevate Pilates

Best Pizza: Tenth Street Pasta & Pizza

Best Restaurant: Antique Bar & Bakery

Best Seafood: Angelo’s Seafood Market

Best Sports Bar: Finnegan’s

Best Spot for a Late Night Snack: Mamoun’s

Best Spot for Visitors: Antique Bar & Bakery

Best Spray Tan: BlushTan Hoboken

Best Steak: Dino + Harry’s Steakhouse

Best Sushi: Okinawa Sushi & Grill

Best Sustainable Business: Uptown Farmer’s Market

Best Taco: East LA

Best Therapist: Mindful Power

Best Vegan/Vegetarian Menu: Karma Kafe 

Best Wedding Business: Handwritten in Hudson

Best Wine Bar: Bin14

Best Wings: Carpe Diem

Best Woman-Owned Business: The Hive

Best Work From Home: Bwè Kafe North End

Best Yoga Studio: YogaRenew

Noteworthy Non-Profit: Hoboken Shelter

Congrats to all of the winners and to those who were nominated, and thank you to everyone who voted!

If your business is a winner or you love any of these businesses, make sure to share this article to spread the news. Our team will be in touch with the winners in the new year to send you your decal to display for all to see.

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The results are in! We at HG have an announcement to make — we now have the winners for the Best of Jersey City 2025 Awards. After weeks of our readers voting and local businesses working hard for your support, we have finally closed the polls and have tallied the votes to see who has won the title — and, of course, the bragging rights — of being the “best” in town.

FYI – we do not pick winners or nominees, the winners are chosen by voting over the course of two weeks by our audience, and nominees are the same — nominated fully by our readers and audience. This list is entirely editorial and separate from our advertising partnerships. If you don’t see a category you think should be on here, please click here to fill out our form to suggest future categories. We cannot guarantee inclusion, but we truly appreciate your suggestions, and our team will take them into consideration for 2026.

Winners – please note: an email will be going out with your virtual decal + link to use, plus instructions on how to obtain your physical decal in the new year. Please email hello@hobokengirl.com so we have your most up-to-date mailing address.

Thank you and congratulations to all who were nominated.

Winners, feel free to save this decal to post on your social media (we’ll also be mailing them in the new year (1 decal per winner) – so reach out to hello@hobokengirl.com with a specific mailing address for us).

 
Best Accessories Boutique in Jersey City: Love Locked

Best Acupuncture Practice in Jersey City: Erin Kumpf Acupuncture & Herbs

Best Art Gallery in Jersey City: Deep Space Gallery

Best Bagel in Jersey City: B Bagels

Best Bar in Jersey City: Pet Shop Bar

Best Barbershop in Jersey City: Virile Barbershop

Best Beer Selection in Jersey City: Departed Soles Brewing Company

Best Blow Out in Jersey City: Love Lane Salon

Best Botox / Fillers in Jersey City: Evolve Med Spa

Best Breakfast Sandwich in Jersey City: B Bagels

Best Breakout Jersey City Business 2025: B Bagels

Best Brunch in Jersey City: Cafe Alyce

Best Burger in Jersey City: Wurstbar

Best BYOB Spot in Jersey City: Corto

Best Cannabis Shop in Jersey City: Lady L Cannabis

Best Chicken Parm in Jersey City: Venti Italian Specialties

Best Chiropractor in Jersey City: Dr. Brian P. Corrigan

Best Clothing Boutique in Jersey City: Cranky Angel

Best Cocktails in Jersey City: dullboy

Best Coffee Shop in Jersey City: Treehouse Coffee Shop

Best Community Event in Jersey City: All About Downtown Street Festival

Best Cookie in Jersey City: Bang Cookies

Best Date Night Spot in Jersey City: The Roxy

Best Daycare in Jersey City: The Brunswick School

Best Deli in Jersey City: Cangiano’s Marketplace

Best Delivery Restaurant: GTK Jersey City

Best Dentist in Jersey City: True Dental Care

Best Dessert Shop in Jersey City: Dulce De Leche Bakery

Best DIY Experience in Jersey City: Betty’s Ceramic Club

Best Dog Walker in Jersey City: Paw Mania

Best Espresso Martini in Jersey City: The Alps

Best Eyebrow Spot in Jersey City: Purdie Brows

Best Facial in Jersey City: Heyday

Best Farmers Market Vendor: Between Two Slices

Best Fitness Studio in Jersey City: Jane DO

Best Floral and Plant Studio in Jersey City: PLNTD

Best Food Truck in Jersey City: Wisp Express

Best Fries in Jersey City: White Star 

Best Gift Shop in Jersey City: Kanibal & Co.

Best Gluten-Free Menu in Jersey City: Busy Bee Organics

Best Gluten Free Sweet Treat in Jersey City: Busy Bee Organics

Best Hair Salon in Jersey City: Love Lane Salon

Best Hangover Food in Jersey City: Wurstbar

Best Health Food Spot in Jersey City: Busy Bee Organics

Best Hidden Gem in Jersey City: Call Me Mia

Best Home Decor in Jersey City: Sure Things

Best Home Organizer in Jersey City: Space Composer 

Best Jeweler in Jersey City: LoveLocked

Best Kids’ Activity in Jersey City: The Little Gym of Jersey City

Best Lashes in Jersey City: JC Lash Bar

Best Liquor/Beer Store in Jersey City: Riverview Wines Jersey City

Best Local Maker/Artisan in Jersey City: DeCarlos

Best Local Performer in Jersey City: Mike Buscio

Best Mac n Cheese in Jersey City: White Star

Best Makeup Artist in Jersey City: Eden Fabbo

Best Margarita in Jersey City: Orale

Best Massage in Jersey City: META Bodywork

Best Matcha: Jane’s Matcha

Best Medspa: Evolve Medspa

Best Mutz in Jersey City: Cangiano’s Marketplace

Best Nail Spot in Jersey City: Sophie’s Nail Studio

Best New Business in Jersey City: B Bagels

Best New Dinner Spot in Jersey City: Maxwell Alley

Best New Food Spot in Jersey City: Perquin

Best Nutritionist: Ashley Beale Nutrition

Best Outdoor Dining Set-Up in Jersey City: Rooftop at Exchange Place

Best Pasta in Jersey City: Corto

Best Personal Fitness Trainer in Jersey City: MKT Ready

Best Pet Groomer in Jersey City: Grooms by Tash

Best Pet Shop in Jersey City: Hound About Town

Best Photographer in Jersey City: Krisp Visuals

Best Physical Therapist in Jersey City: Liberty Physical Therapy

Best Pilates Studio: MKT Ready

Best Pizza in Jersey City: Razza

Best Restaurant in Jersey City: Corto

Best Restaurant with a View in Jersey City: Battello

Best Seafood in Jersey City: Scale Fish Market

Best Second Hand Shop: Another Man’s Treasure 

Best Sports Bar in Jersey City: Hudson Hall

Best Spot for Late Night Snack in Jersey City: Basile’s Pizza

Best Spot for Visitors in Jersey City: The Alps

Best Spray Tan in Jersey City: Suite Tee Beauty Studio

Best Steak in Jersey City: Edward’s Steakhouse

Best Stroller Friendly Restaurant: Porta

Best Sushi in Jersey City: Domo Domo Sushi

Best Sustainable Business in Jersey City: Lucky Honeybee

Best Taco in Jersey City: Taqueria Downtown

Best Therapist in Jersey City: The Me Project

Best Vegan/Vegetarian Menu in Jersey City: Pet Shop JC

Best Wedding Business in Jersey City: Sainte Lüx

Best WFH Spot in Jersey City: &Co.

Best Wine Bar in Jersey City: The Alps

Best Wings in Jersey City: Wing Bar

Best Woman-Owned Business in Jersey City: The Lucky Honeybee

Best Yoga Studio in Jersey City: Sol Spirit Yoga & Wellness

Noteworthy Non-Profit in Jersey City: Welcome Home Jersey City

Congrats to all of the winners and to those who were nominated, and thank you to everyone who voted!

If your business is a winner or you love any of these businesses, make sure to share this article to spread the news. Our team will be in touch with the winners in the new year to send the decal to display for all to see.

A previous version of this article was published listing Busy Bee Organics as Best Woman Owned Business, it has now been updated to reflect the correct winner as The Lucky Honeybee. 

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One of the top winter activities to take part in this season is ice skating. Previous experience isn’t required to have a good time, and learning can be just as fun as watching pros glide around the ice and perform tricks. Whether you want to brush up on your blades or are just there for a good time, ice skating can be a great way to spend an afternoon. Keep reading for a list of ice skating rinks in North Jersey and New York City to enjoy the winter weather outside.

New Jersey

Ice House | 111 Midtown Bridge Approach, Hackensack

The largest facility of its kind in the tri-state area, Ice House has four NHL-sized rinks for various purposes. Passes are available for the public skating sessions, the dates of which are updated monthly on the rink’s website. The main attractions at this rink are figure skating and hockey.

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In downtown Newark, an open-air festival is held every year during the holiday season. Activities from go-karting to hanging out in an igloo are some of the activities visitors can partake in here. This festival also has an outdoor ice rink. Online registration is required to reserve a spot for ice skating. The rental fee is $15, which includes the skates for adults or children. There is an option for guests to bring their skates for a reduced admission fee of $10.

Read More: The Best Holiday Cocktails to Try in Hoboken + Jersey City

Mackay Ice Rink | 130 West Englewood Avenue, Englewood

Mackay Ice Rink has public skating, learn to skate, hockey programs, and birthday parties. Registration and payment are exclusively online in Englewood’s CommunityPass program.

Montclair State University Ice Arena | 1 Arena Drive, Little Falls

Skate rentals are included in the $20 fee for public skating at Montclair State University Ice Arena, located on Montclair State’s campus. Public skate sessions take place Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with additional sessions available each week. Online registration is required and non-refundable, so ice time is provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

Newport Skates | 95 River Drive South, Jersey City

Located right on the Jersey City waterfront, Newport Skates is open from November to March, weather permitting. It has lessons as well as public skate sessions, and rentals are $7. Residents of the Newport complex get discounted admission.

The Rink at American Dream Mall | 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford

The NHL-sized arena is just one of the many offerings at American Dream Mall, but tickets must be purchased days in advance. Prices for a one-hour skating slot vary depending on age and peak versus non-peak days. Helmets and skate aids are available but limited.

Secaucus Ice Rink | 150 Plaza Center, Secaucus

The town of Secaucus has open skate times on Wednesdays from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM; Thursdays and Fridays from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM; Saturdays from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM, and 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM; and Sundays from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and 7:30 PM -9:30 PM. It is an open-air rink that is typically open from October through March. The facility is located inside of Buchmuller Park and is used as a field surface when not in use as an ice rink.

New York City

Chelsea Piers Sky Rink | 61 Chelsea Piers

The Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers has been in operation since 1969. Preregistration is required, so head to their website to check out more information. Skate rental is available on-site.

The Rink at Brookfield Place | 230 Vesey Street

Voted the best place to skate in New York City by multiple publications, this outdoor rink has city views during public skate time that are available every day and on holidays. An hour-long session is $15, and skate rentals are an additional $5 during weekdays. Prices change on weekends, so be sure to check their website for more information.

The Rink at Rockefeller Center | 600 5th Avenue

One of the most iconic rinks in Manhattan, the Rockefeller Centre ice rink has views of the entire plaza and is seasonally decorated. The first and last skates of the day are discounted, and free lockers are available to keep your things safe while you skate.

Winter Village at Bryant Park | 40th Street + 6th Avenue

Visitors to the Winter Village can break up their shopping spree with some time on the ice.  Time slots must be booked online, regardless of whether or not patrons are renting skates.

Wollman Rink at Central Park | 830 5th Avenue

Public skating is offered every day at this historic rink, complete with amazing skyline views. Public skating tickets can be purchased online or in person, and prices can range for adults, seniors, and children depending on the day of the week.

See More: Indoor Activities in Hoboken + Jersey City

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The finalists for the Best of Hoboken + Jersey City 2025 Guide are in! Thank you to everyone who nominated local businesses and people in Hoboken + Jersey City to receive the recognition that they deserve. Those who received the most nominations in each category advanced to the top three finalists, so before anyone says so-and-so was robbed, remember: we make the rules, we don’t pick the finalists.

***VOTING FOR 2025 BEST OF HOBOKEN & JERSEY CITY IS NOW CLOSED

How to Vote

Readers and community members are the reason these businesses are so successful so now it’s your chance to vote for your favorites. You can vote once per day in all categories, now through Sunday, December 7th at 11:59PM.  That’s it — we’ll do the tallying from there! The winners will be announced in mid-December once the categories are tallied.

Finalists will win a decal sticker to display on their storefronts and accolades on our website for all to see in the new year.

***By submitting your email, you agree to receive marketing communications from TheHobokenGirl.com.

This is one of the easiest + quickest ways to support your local favorites this holiday season — plus, who doesn’t love a friendly competition? Good luck to all our Hoboken + Jersey finalists — and let the voting begin!

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For us at The Hoboken Girl, it’s never too early to start prepping for the holiday season. In Hoboken and Jersey City, there are countless options for holiday shopping for fashion, beauty, and culinary gifts. To help you cross some names off of your list and get ready for gift-giving season, we’ve put together a holiday shopping guide so our readers can support local businesses in Hoboken and Jersey City, ranging from food + drink to wellness, beauty, health, fitness, fashion, and so much more. Some of the businesses included in our downloadable guide even have an exclusive code, just for HG readers. In addition to the exclusive deals, our guide also includes a comprehensive list of local businesses, broken up by category for easy browsing. And if that’s not enough, we’ve also included some of our editorial articles to help you plan your holiday season — from pop-up markets to festive bars. Keep reading to find out more about where to shop for local gifts, support small businesses, and treat your friends + family (or yourself) this 2025 holiday season in Hudson County.

Featured Businesses

Health + Fitness

Downtown Medspa | 115 Christopher Columbus Drive, Jersey City 

Instagram: @downtownmedspa

Deal: $149 Hydrafacial.

Elevate Pilates | Multiple Locations

Instagram: @elevatepilates

Peak by MD | 95 Coles Street, Jersey City

Instagram: @peakbymd

Deal: Beat the Winter Uglies for $999. Includes the following: 3 Ultra Laser Facials, 3 months of NAD+ Injections, + 3 months of Glutathione Shots.

Pump Pilates | Multiple Locations 

Instagram: @pumppilateshoboken

Deal: New clients can get 1 week of Unlimited Reformer Classes for $99.

Skin by EC | 80 River Street, Hoboken

Instagram: @skinbyec_hoboken

Deal: Free AI Skin Analysis + $50 off Glow Getter Facial.

Schedule A Treatment
 
Studio 17 | 601 9th Street, Hoboken

Instagram: @studio17cw

Deal: Book a DiamondGlow Deluxe Facial & receive a free add on (up to $75 value)

The Stylist Salon | 105 5th Street, Hoboken

Instagram: @jill_thestylist_

Deal: 15% off for first time clients.

Volo Sports | Multiple Locations

Instagram: @volosports

Deal: $25 off league registration.

Beauty + Self Care

Paris Spa Center | 69 10th Street, Hoboken 

Instagram: @paris_spa_center

Deal: First-time clients can get 15% off Jet-peel standard treatments.

Health in Hands Spa | 1321 Washington Street, Hoboken 

Instagram: @healthinhands

Deal: Buy 2, get 1 free 60-minute massages.

Frequency | Online

Instagram: @frequencyskin

Deal:One-time discount code of 30% off all products available through December 25th.

Seazen | Online

Instagram: @seazen_soap

Deal: Free shipping with a $30+ purchase.

Blush Hoboken | 161 4th Street, Hoboken 

Instagram: @blush_hoboken

Deal: Custom facial.

Food + Drink

Beyond the Plate Food Tours | Online

Instagram: @beyondtheplatefoodtours

Deal: 15% off all gift certificates (for you or your loved ones) or book a private/corporate holiday tour for 5 or more, get 1 ticket free.

Double Dough | Online

Instagram: @double_dough

Deal: 10% off at any holiday pop-up.

Hudson Cakery | 1816 Willow Avenue, Weehawken

Instagram: @hudsoncakery

Deal: 15% off 4″ Gift Box Cake.

Hoboken Tea Company | Online

Instagram: @hoboken_tea_co

Deal: 20% off any purchase.

Mac & the Mushroom | 1012 Grand Street Studio 13, Hoboken

Instagram: @macandthemushroom

Deal: 20% off weekly flower subscriptions — 3 month minimum for discount to apply.

Savta’s Spices | Online

Instagram: @savtasspices

Deal: 15% off Savta’s Shulchan Shabbat boxes.

Retail

Bellwell | Online

Instagram:@bellwell.co

Deal: 10% off all holiday cards.

Booming TCG & Collectibles | 500 Observer Highway, Hoboken

Instagram: @boomingtcg

Deal: 10% off with any purchase.

Cornerstone Pets | 105 9th Street, Hoboken 

Instagram: @cornerstonepets

Deal: 20% off Holiday merchandise — (limit 1 purchase per household) and 20% off Gift Cards of $100 or more.

Buddoo Books | Online

Instagram: @buddoobooks

Deal: 10% off your order, exclusively for Hoboken Girl readers.

Handwritten in Hudson | Online

Instagram:@handwritteninhudson

Handwritten in Hudson is a Hoboken-based calligraphy studio creating personalized experiences this holiday season through live engraving, brush lettering, and heat foiling for events and gifting.

Lady L Cannabis | 547 West Side Avenue, Jersey City

Instagram: @ladyljerseycity

Deal: Get 200 loyalty points (equivalent to $10) when you mention the Hoboken Girl Exclusive Holiday Gift. Offer valid for the duration of this holiday promotion and can be redeemed online or in-store by new and existing customers with a Lady L loyalty account.

Little City Books | 100 Bloomfield Street, Hoboken 

Instagram: @littlecitybooks

Lucky Honeybee | 487 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City 

Instagram: @luckyhoneybee

Deal: 10% off all Lucky Honeybee candles.

Project Vintage | Online

Instagram: @pr0ject_vintage

Deal: 15% off on Depop or through Instagram DM.

VACASIN | Online

Instagram: @_vacasin_

Deal: 20% off entire site.

Mind + Body Services and Experiential Gifts

Roig Collection Art Gallery | 252 First Street, Hoboken

Instagram: @RoigCollection

Deal: $400 savings on all art purchases over $1,250.

Awaken You Therapy & Coaching | 1 Newark Street, Suite 21A, Hoboken

Instagram: @awaken.you.therapy

Deal: 50% off first 45-minute Coaching session + 50% off first 1-hour Reiki session.

Eliza Davis Therapy LCSW LLC | Online

Instagram: @elizadavistherapy

Dental Associates of Hoboken | 233 Washington Street, Hoboken

Instagram: @dental_associates_of_hoboken

Deal: Book your new or existing patient visit and unwrap your complimentary Bright Smile Bundle. You’ll also be entered to win the Cozy Basket Giveaway.

A Local Shopping Guide + Holiday Content

^ a sneak peek at the list

In addition to the featured businesses above, our team has also compiled a local shopping guide to Hoboken and Jersey City. The list is broken down by category, including kids, wellness, DIY experiences, shopping, vintage + thrift, and pets — everything you need to complete your holiday shopping locally.

If you want even more holiday content, our downloadable guide also features a list of holiday articles, including date night ideas, pop-up markets and events, festive bars, non-profits to donate to, where to get a Christmas tree locally, and dog-friendly Christmas tree farms. Download the full guide below to get started on your holiday shopping and planning.

Follow @thehobokengirl on Instagram + TikTok for the latest Hoboken and Jersey City updates, sign up for our weekly newsletter here that shares everything you missed each week, and check out our events calendar, which has over 100+ events weekly to peruse.

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Living in Hoboken, we see stores open and close on a regular basis. Given that frequency, we realize it’s important now more than ever to support the ones that remain. We’ve had many, many questions from readers asking how they can support the local businesses that stand, and we have one simple answer — be a customer! Instead of buying sneakers on Amazon, head to Fleet Feet. Instead of getting Fresh Direct, head to Organic Basic Food or one of the other local grocery stores in town. Buy your coffee locally. There are still a ton of local businesses to support, and to make it easier for you, we’ve come up with a relatively comprehensive list of them, separated by category. All are brick-and-mortar and locally owned. See below for our list of Hoboken businesses to support every day.

Disclaimer: We came up with this list based on knowledge and research and are sure we will have many to add. No business was forgotten on purpose, so please let us know by emailing hello@hobokengirl.com if we missed any and we will add in ASAP!

Food

Acai Ya Later | 203 Washington Street

Alfalfa | 1110 Washington Street +  92 Bloomfield Street

Ali Baba | 912 Washington Street

Amanda’s | 908 Washington Street

Anthony David’s | 953 Bloomfield Street

Antique At 112 | 112 Willow Avenue

Antique Bar + Bakery | 122 Willow Avenue

Augustino’s | 1104 Washington Street

Bagels on the Hudson | 802 Washington Street

Barbès | 1300 Park Avenue

Benny’s | 622 Washington Street

Bin 14 | 1314 Washington Street

Blue Eyes | 525 Sinatra Drive

Brandon’s Donuts | 310 Sinatra Drive

Brass Rail | 135 Washington Street

Cafe Tati | 401 Bloomfield Street

Carpe Diem | 1405 Grand Street

City Bistro | 56 14th Street

Court Street | 61 Sixth Street

Dozzino | 534 Adams Street

Elysian Café | 1001 Washington Street

Empanadas Cafe | 123 Washington Street

Fiore’s | 414 Adams Street

Flour |  500 Jefferson Streett

Frankie and Ava’s | 208 Washington Street

Gotan | 770 Jackson Street

Grand Vin | 500 Grand Street

Grimaldi’s | 411 Washington Street

Halifax | 225 River Street

Hoboken General Store | 509 Willow Avenue

JP’s Bagel Express | 52 Newark Street

Karma Kafe | 505 Washington Street

La Casa | 54 Newark Street

La Isla | 104 Washington Street

Leo’s Grandevous | 200 Grand Street

Lisa’s Deli | 901 Park Avenue

Lo-Fatt-Chow | 720 Monroe Street

Luca Brasi | 100 Park Avenue

Luna Rosa | 1218 Washington Street

Margherita’s Restaurant | 740 Washington Street

Midtown Philly Cheesesteaks | 523 Washington Street

Mr. Wraps | 741 Garden Street

Muteki Ramen | 533 Washington Street

M&P Biancamano | 1116 Washington Street

Napoli’s | 1118 Washington Street + 133 Clinton Street

Number 1 Chinese | 642 Washington Street

O’Bagel | 600 Washington Street

Okinawa Sushi | 400 Newark Street

Onieal’s | 343 Park Avenue

Otok Bakery | 506 Grand Street

Otto Strada | 743 Park Avenue

Panello | 720 Monroe Street

Piccolo’s | 92 Clinton Street

Piki Poke | 535 Washington Street

Pizza Republic | 406 Washington Street

Pizza by Flour | 500 Jefferson Street

Pizzeria Hoboken | 732 Jefferson Street

Precious Chinese | 128 Washington Street

Purely Juiced | 262 1st Street

Quality Greens Kitchen | 227 Washington Street

Robongi | 520 Washington Street

Rosario’s | 1132 Willow Avenue

Rosticeria Da Gigi | 916 Washington Street

San Giuseppe | 1320 Adams Street

Shaka Bowl | 720 Monroe Street + 110 Washington Street

Sirenetta | 1039 Washington Street

Sorellina | 1036 Washington Street

Souzafit Hoboken | 517 Washington Street

Tenth Street Pasta & Pizza | 1000 Willow Avenue

Terrace by Alessio’s | 1201 Madison Street

The Brick | 1122 Washington Street

The Cuban | 333 Washington Street

The Little Grocery | 1212 Washington Street

The Pizza Shop |  500 Jefferson Street

Tony Boloneys | 263 1st Street ( This location is temporarily closed following a fire, but the restaurant is still delivering to Hoboken out of its Jersey City kitchen) 

Vito’s Deli | 806 Washington Street

Yeung II | 1120 Washington Street

Zack’s | 232 Willow Avenue

Read More: A List of Women-Owned Hoboken + Jersey City Businesses

Bars

Antique Bar + Bakery | 122 Willow Avenue

Backstage Lounge | 1039 Washington Street

Belo Bar + Kitchen | 104 Hudson Street

Black Bear Bar + Grill | 205 Washington Street

Carpe Diem | 1405 Grand Street

Cork City | 239 Bloomfield Street

City Bistro | 56 14th Street

East LA | 508 Washington Street

Farside Tavern | 531 Washington Street

Finnegan’s | 734 Willow Avenue

Green Rock | 70 Hudson Street

Louise and Jerry’s | 329 Washington Street

Little Bar | 1401 Hudson Street

Madd Hatter | 221 Washington Street

McSwiggan’s Pub | 110 1st Street

Metropolis | 96 River Street

Mike’s Wild Moose Saloon | 30 Newark Street

Moran’s | 501 Garden Street

Mulligan’s Pub | 159 1st Street

River Street Garage | 80 River Street

Schmitty’s | 359 1st Street

Stingray Lounge | 1210 Washington Street

Tally Ho  | 215 Washington Street

Texas Arizona | 76 River Street

The Ale House | 1034 Willow Avenue

The Hoboken Biergarten | 1422 Grand Street

The Shannon | 106 1st Street

The Shepherd + the Knucklehead | 1313 Willow Avenue

The Waiting Room | 72 Hudson Street

UH Hoboken | 306 Sinatra Drive

Wicked Wolf | 120 Sinatra Drive

8th Street Tavern | 800 Washington Street

10th + Willow | 935 Willow Avenue

Coffee Shops

Alfalfa | 1110 Washington Street

Bean Vault Coffee | 1 Newark Street

Black Rail Coffee | 800 Jackson Street

Bluestone Lane | 409 Washington Street

Bwé Kafe | 1002 Washington Street + 1401 Adams Street

Cafe Cartel | 1100 Adams Street

Caf Me If You Can | Sinatra Drive

Café Sophia | 200 Monroe Street

Cafe Tati | 401 Bloomfield Street

Cafe Vista | 527 Monroe Street

Cafexico | 515 4th Street

Choc O Pain French Bakery | 157 1st Street + 1500 Hudson Street

Dolce + Salato | 1101 Grand Street

Empire Coffee & Tea | 338 Bloomfield Street

Green Pear | 93 Grand Street

Forum Coffee | 123 Washington Street

Gregorys Coffee | 111 River Street

Hoboken Hot Bagels | 634 Washington Street

Hey Coffee People | 103 Garden Street

Hidden Grounds Coffee | 700 Garden Street

Jefferson’s Coffee | 534 Washington Street + 1001 Madison Street

Joboken Cafe | 23 Hudson Place

Joey No Nuts Café | 638 Willow Avenue

Koocheh Coffee | 1320 Bloomfield Street

La Bouche Cafe | 207 Washington Street

Modcup Coffee | 211 4th Street

Mojo Coffee Company | 230 Willow Avenue + 801 Bloomfield Street

Paris Baguette | 1000 Maxwell Lane

The Hive | 1000 Park Avenue

The Little Local Hoboken | 519 Adams Street

The Roost Outpost | 55 1st Street

Tosti | 1024 Washington Street

Yuki’s Coffee + Bakery | 720 Monroe Street, E101

Liquor Stores

A1 Hoboken Liquors | 98 Willow Avenue

Augie’s Wine & Liquor | 419 Adams Street

Blue Ribbon Wine & Liquor | 450 1st Street

Cheese + Wine | 720 Monroe Street C102

Daniel’s Wine and Liquor | 87 Garden Street

Delite Wine & Spirits | 420 Washington Street

Garden Wine & Liquors | 700 Park Avenue

Giovanne Wine & Liquor Co. | 305 River Street

Hoboken Beer & Soda Outlet | 559 Newark Street

Hoboken Vine | 400 Newark Street

Ottomanelli’s Liquor Store | 422 Monroe Street

Sparrow Wine & Liquor | 126 Washington Street

Willow Grocery & Liquors | 841 Willow Avenue, Apartment 1

Wine Dad’s | 1330 Willow Avenue

Wine Station | 211 Washington Street

Yash Wines & Liquors | 1004 Washington Street

Desserts

Alfalfa | 1110 Washington Street +  92 Bloomfield Street

Antique Bar + Bakery | 122 Willow Avenue

Baking Mama | 88 Hudson Street

Blue Angel Artisan Cafe + Bakery | 79 Hudson Street

Boomerang Bites | 152 Newark Street

Brandon’s Donuts in The Ainsworth | 310 Sinatra Drive, Suite A

Carlo’s Bakery | 95 Washington Street

Chip City | 113 Washington Street

Choc O Pain French Bakery | 157 1st Street + 1500 Hudson Street

Dipped n Smashed | 91 Washington Street

Dolce & Salato | 1101 Grand Street

Hey Yogurt | 90 Hudson Street

Icy Melon Dessert | 620 Washington Street

Insomnia Cookies | 56 Newark Street

Jun’s Macaron Gelato | 410 Washington Street

Lepore’s Chocolates | 105 4th Street

Little Mingo | 305 1st Street

Maroons Creamery | 1122 Washington Street

Morelia Gourmet Paletas | 932 Washington Street

Old German Bakery | 332 Washington Street

Paris Baguette | 1000 Maxwell Lane

Prato Bakery | 201 Washington Street

Sweet | 343 Garden Street

The Biscuit Babe | 918 Willow Avenue

The Cookie Connect | 305 1st Street

Thomas Ice Cream Cafe | 214 Jefferson Street

Van Leeuwen | 537 Washington Street

Yuki’s Coffee + Bakery | 720 Monroe Street, E101

Shopping

Alba Boutique | 716 Washington Street

All Occasion Florist | 617 Willow Avenue

Ally’s Bridal | 138 Park Avenue

Archives Vintage Boutique | 1 Newark Street

a X d | 503 Washington Street

Beethoven’s Veranda | 108 10th Street

Bounce Mkt | 720 Monroe Street, Suite E410

Brooke and Bel | 60 4th Street

Cabana Club Boutique | 419 Washington Street

Daisy’s Wearable Art | 260 1st Street

Dor L’ Dor | 413 Washington Street

Galatea Lingere | 1224 Washington Street

Hoboken Clique | 1204 Washington Street

Hudson Flowers | 92 Hudson Street

Ira’s Bridal Studio | 66 Hudson Street, #201

Luna Rosa Home | 1218 Washington Street

Mint Market | 303 1st Street + 339 Grove Street

Noellery | 123 Washington Street

Oran Boutique | 1026 Washington Street

Peper & Parlor | 938 Washington Street

Psychic Astrology Shop | 210 Washington Street

Revival Vintage Boutique | 86 Park Avenue

St. Mary Advocates | 536 Garden Street

SOHO Flower & Garden | 264 1st Street

Somewear in Between | 720 Monroe Street

Susanna’s Bridal & Evening Boutique | 1300 Grand Street

The Co. | 632 Washington Street

Thrift Box | 522 Jefferson Street

Thrifted by J & D | 526 Adams Street

Two Twenty-Three | 1200 Washington Street

Washington General Store | 509 Washington Street

Wicked Scents | 163 2nd Street

2nd STREET | 200 Washington Street

Fitness

Asana Soul Practice | 411 Jefferson Street

AXIS School of Dance | 115 Grand Street

Barry’s Bootcamp | 119 River Street, Suite A. 

Brazen Athletics | 1317 Willow Avenue

Body Fit Training | 770 Jackson Street

Club Pilates | 1400 Hudson Street, Suite 3C

CrossFit Hoboken | 50 Marshall Street

F45 Training Hoboken North | 720 Monroe Street,Suite E303

Fit Foundry | 1416 Willow Avenue

Fitness Factory | 130 Washington Street

GoRow Studios | 1422 Grand Street

Jane DO | 720 Monroe Street

Ken Pilates | 706 Grand Street + 706 Washington Street

Local Barre Social Club | 720 Monroe Street C300

Mess Method | 1422 Grand Street, Suite 4D

My Gym | 720 Monroe Street, Suite E312

Physique 57 | 104 Hudson Street

Play! Hoboken | 1012 Grand Street

Prime Cycle + Body | 86 River Street

PUSH | 720 Monroe Street, Suite C307

Real Hot Yoga | 1414 Grand Street

Rumble Boxing | 1202 Shipyard Lane

[solidcore] | 1000 Maxwell Lane, Suite 105

Stretch Recovery Lounge | 223 Bloomfield Street #101

Surya Yoga Academy | 618 Washington Street

The FIT Lab | 80 Park Avenue, C-3

Wolfpack Fitness Hoboken | 101 Park Avenue

YogaRenew | 12 Hudson Place, 2nd Floor

Zapp Fitness | 84 Washington Street

Pets

Be Happy Dog | 235 Hudson Street

Camp Bow Wow | 1414 Grand Street

Cornerstone Pets | 105 9th Street

Foofie Poochies | 508 5th Street

Furever Fresh Dog Grooming | 367 1st Street

Hoboken Pet | 524 Washington Street

JustFoodForDogs | 1180 Maxwell Lane

Playful Paws Grooming Salon + Daycare | 712 Jefferson Street

Swifty Cats | 60 Newark Street, Unit 2B

Trusty Tails | 155 4th Street

Beauty

Aesop | 407 Washington Street

As U Wish Nail & Lash Spa | 319 Willow Avenue #1

Attain Medspa | 720 Monroe Street, Suite E407

Avanti Beauty Salon | 322 Madison Street

Blink Beauty Boutique | 319 Willow Avenue

Blo-It-Out Lounge | 1212 Washington Street

Bloom Spa | 402 Washington Street

BlushTan Hoboken | 161 4th Street

Body Balance Massage & Skincare Spa | 20 Hudson Place, 2nd Floor

BOND | 44 Hudson Place + 425 Washington Street

Dream Nails & Spa | 601 Observer Highway

Dreamz Beauty Salon | 900 Jefferson Street

Evolve Med Spa | 1025 Maxwell Lane

Gotham Nails | 515 4th Street

Hair Cult Salon & Spa | 1124 Washington Street

Hello Skin | 129 Washington Street 

Hoboken Color Studio | 107 2nd Street

Hoboken Cut & Shave | 113 Washington Street

Hoboken Hair | 115 Washington Street

Hoboken Med Spa | 254 1st Street

Honey Medspa | 640 Park Avenue

Hudson Cuts | 109 14th Street

Hudson Square Salon | 205 Hudson Street

Lorraine’s House of Styles | 160 1st Street

Mimo Lash & Skin | 230 Willow Avenue

Modern Nails + Spa | 728 Washington Street A

Metropolitan Nails | 352 13th Street

Mr. L Hair Creations | 600 Park Avenue

Nail Atelier | 168 1st Street

Nailed It Hoboken | 318 Madison Street

Pure Nail | 1315 Washington Street

Salon Caru |104 Hudson Street 3rd Floor

Salon Gatto | 1016 Washington Street + 22 Hudson Place, Suite 1N

Salon Phoenix | 720 Monroe Street, Suite E415, 4th Floor

Shear Madness | 80 Park Avenue #1

Shining Nails | 1201 Adams Street

Skin by EC | 80 River Street, Suite 2A

Skincuress | 70 Hudson Street, 3rd Floor

Sole Salon | 1208 Washington Street

Stags Only Barbershop | 700 Willow Avenue

Strand Salon | 35 15th Street

Studio 17 Cosmetics & Wellness | 601 9th Street

Studio Twelve Hair Designers | 534 Garden Street

Studio Z Salon | 80 Hudson Street

Soho Nails | 1216 Washington Street #1

Sun Tan City | 416 Washington Street + 55th 14th Street

Telogen Salon | 89 Washington Street 2nd Floor

The Chique Collective | 1200 Grand Street

The Hoboken Man | 1150 Maxwell Lane

The Nail Bar | 501 9th Street #B

The Nail Story II | 101 Clinton Street

The Stylist Salon | 105 5th Street 

The Salon At Hoboken | 600 Harrison Street

Trim Hoboken | 302 1st Street

Tonsorium Parlor | 1204 Washington Street

TUTTI Spa & Nails | 1119 Hudson Street

Two 01 Salon | 728 Grand Street

Uni K Wax Studio | 606 Washington Street

Unique Nail II | 400 Newark Street

Up + Out | 341 Bloomfield Street + 1106 Washington Street

W Lash Studio | 712 Adams Street

Zenisalon | 1401 Hudson Street

6th Borough Salon | 133 Madison Street

718 Beauty Bar | 718 Washington Street #7054

Health

Acupuncture Atelier | 1321 Washington Street, Suite 2B

Alley Spa | 106 5th Street

Anchor Therapy | 80 River Street, Suite 306

Body Balance Massage & Skincare Spa | 20 Hudson Place, 2nd Floor

CCRM Fertility | 129 Washington Street, 4th floor

Dental Associates of Hoboken | 233 Washington Street

Evolve Psychotherapy | 221 River Street

Health in Hands Spa & Massage | 1321 Washington Street, 2nd Floor

Hackensack Meridian | 5 Marine View Plaza

Hackensack Radiology | 5 River Street, Suite 100

Hoboken Family Chiropractic + Wellness | 113 Monroe Street

Hoboken Wellness Spa | 450 7th Street #7LLA

Hoboken Integrated Healthcare | 90 Hudson Street

Hudson Sport & Spine | 70 Hudson Street, Suite 2B

Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy | 608 Washington Street + 79 Hudson Street, Suite 402

JK Therapy | 12 Hudson Place, Suite LO1

Liberty Psychological Services, LLC | 51 Newark Street, #310

Life Stage Massage | 204 2nd Street

Lucas Dental Associates | 200 + 232 Bloomfield Street

Lukin Center for Psychotherapy | 80 River Street #302

Mindful Power | 51 Newark Street, Suite 205 

Moonlight Spa | 722 Washington Street

Nurturing Life Acupuncture & Wellness | 650A 1st St

Optimize Chiropractic | 259 1st Street

Riverpoint Wellness Group | 42 Newark Street

The FIT Lab | 80 Park Avenue C-3

University Reproductive Associates | 79 Hudson Street, Suite 102 LL

Vein Institute of New Jersey | 129 Washington Street, 4th Floor 

Vista Women’s Health | 1499 Park Avenue

Zen Om Studio | 129 Washington Street

4Ever Young | 1204 Bernard McFeely Shipyard Lane

Art

Barsky Gallery | 50 Harrison Street, Ground Floort

Issrya Gallery | 300 Observer Highway C

Kid-Friendly

School of Rock Hoboken | 720 Monroe Street

The Hive | 1000 Park Avenue

The Hoboken Biergarten | 1422 Grand Street

The Inner Athlete | 720 Monroe Street, Suite C409

The Little Play Co. | 1400 Hudson Street

Play! Hoboken | 1012 Grand Street

Childcare

All Saints Episcopal Day School | 707 Washington Street

Apple Montessori Schools | 1055 Maxwell Lane + 220 Sinatra Drive

Bright Horizons | 1155 Maxwell Lane

COMPASS Learning Advantage |101 Park Avenue

Hoboken Catholic Academy | 555 7th Street 

Hoboken Montessori School | 158 14th Street + 1485 Bloomfield Street + 1499 Washington Street

Mile Square Early Learning Center | 301 Garden Street

Little Linguists | 739 Bloomfield Street

Tessa International School | Suite E105 + 106

World Of Wonder Daycare | 133 Harrison Street

Wonder Kids Therapy Center | 720 Monroe Street, Suite 510

Experiences

ArteVino Studio | 720 Monroe Street

Blue Skies Pottery | 720 Monroe Street #C414

Cre8sArt School | 644 Washington Street

Gravity Vault | 1423 Clinton Street

Guitar Bar | 160 1st Street

Hoboken Fire Department Museum | 213 Bloomfield Street

Hoboken Historical Museum | 1301 Hudson Street

Hudson Golf | 16 Hudson Place

Hoboken Public Library | 500 Park Avenue

Ivy Mane Studio | 1012 Grand Street

Play! Hoboken | 1012 Grand Street

Tipsy Tie Dye | 155 1st Street

The DIY Joint | 51 Harrison Street, #A207

The Little Play Co. | 1400 Hudson Street

The Studio | 251 1st Street

Urban Arts | 720 Monroe Street, Suite E216

See More: An A-Z List of Businesses to Support in Montclair

Other Services

Blue Violets | 628 Washington Street

Garden Street School of the Performing Arts | 1018 Washington Street, 2nd floor

Hartshorn Portraiture | 720 Monroe Street, Suite E418

Imperial Alterations | 66 Hudson Street, #303

J. Stud Studio | 2 Consitution Court

Law Office of Rosemarie Moyeno Matos LLC | 105 Jefferson Street

Muller Insurance | 930 Washington Street

Stack & Stack | 90 Hudson Street

Studio A Images | 827 Bloomfield Street, Apartment 200

The Station Hoboken | 86 River Street

Urban Market | 1425 Washington Street

Village Hoboken | 516 Washington Street

We did not leave any business out on purpose, of course — our research showed us that there are SO many local businesses in town, almost too many to keep up with — which is a GREAT thing!

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The incredible dining options in Hoboken and Jersey City aren’t just for adults. When it comes to kid-friendly restaurants in Hoboken and Jersey City, there are a ton of options. With some of the best pizza and pasta around, feeding hungry kids is never a challenge. Whether you’re looking for a fun environment, family-friendly vibes, or food options that are picky-eater-approved, we’ve got you covered. Read on about where to go for kid-friendly eats in Hoboken + Jersey City.

Hoboken

Alessio’s | 539 Park Avenue, Hoboken + 99 Franklin Street, Jersey City

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Winner of several of HG’s Best of Hoboken awards, Alessio’s is a great place to have a meal with kids. This Italian cafe features kid-friendly menu items like pasta and meatballs, chicken fingers, mozzarella sticks, french fries, and pizza.

Elysian Cafe | 1001 Washington Street

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Home of the best fries in Hoboken, Elysian Cafe is a favorite among many kids (and adults) in town. The kids’ menu has delicious options like chicken fingers, grilled cheese, and spaghetti + meatballs. On Tuesday, kids under 12 years old eat for free from 5PM-8PM.

Read More: 5 Kid-Friendly Hikes Near Hoboken + Jersey City

Grimaldi’s | 411 Washington Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Pizza is probably the most kid-friendly food on Earth. At Grimaldi’s, kids can get their pizza fix while parents enjoy a range of salads, appetizers, pasta, beer, and wine. It’s a win for everyone. This restaurant also has gluten-free options and is stroller-friendly, a huge plus for those who have younger children.

Johnny Pepperoni | 219 11th Street

Johnny Pepperoni has a kid-friendly menu with meals like pasta with a choice of butter or marinara, meatballs, and chicken fingers with french fries. Also on the menu is pizza, the way to every child’s heart. The atmosphere is also super fun, with bright red chairs and a neon sign that reads, “You Wanna Pizza Me?”

Johnny Rockets | 134 Washington Street

Johnny Rockets is on our list of stroller-friendly restaurants, allowing families to roll right up to the table with their little ones. The menu is kid-friendly as well, with options like chicken tenders, hot dogs, mini burgers, and, of course, milkshakes.

Leo’s Grandevous | 200 Grand Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Leo’s is a family-friendly Italian restaurant that has been serving Hoboken for over 80 years. From adorable mini bar pies (including heart-shaped ones for Valentine’s Day) to mozzarella sticks and some of the best pasta in town, there are plenty of options to keep little tummies full. There are also high chairs available for younger children. The vibes at Leo’s are very friendly and welcoming.

Margherita’s | 740 Washington Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Another family-friendly restaurant in Hoboken is Margherita’s. This Italian restaurant makes homemade pasta, homemade mozzarella, and fresh pizza. Each dish is made to order and its menu has a wide selection of salads, appetizers, and entrees. Those with dietary restrictions can substitute any pasta dish for whole wheat or gluten-free pasta.

Napoli’s | 1118 Washington Street + 133 Clinton Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Napoli’s is an amazing spot to dine with kids. Its family-friendly atmosphere and Neapolitan-style pizza are a winning combination. Also on its menu are fresh pasta, paninis, and wraps. With two locations in Hoboken, Napoli’s is always a great idea.

Panello | 720 Monroe Street

Panello is a family-friendly restaurant located in the Monroe Center serving fresh and authentic Italian food. The kids’ menu features pasta with a choice of butter or tomato sauce. Other kid-friendly options include pizza and for dessert, Nutella pizza topped with powdered sugar.

Jersey City

Angry Archie’s | 565 Palisade Avenue

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Angry Archie’s specializes in jumbo lump crab cakes and Maine lobster rolls but also serves up delicious menu items for kids. Two popular kid-friendly items are the chicken fingers served with a side of fries and the crispy chicken mac and cheese. This popular eatery began as a Jersey City-based food truck and eventually opened its first storefront location in the Heights in March 2023.

Buddy’s JC | 247 Washington Street

This restaurant in downtown Jersey City is best known for its cereal pancakes. Buddy’s cereal pancakes combine the best of both worlds: cereal and pancakes into one super kid-friendly breakfast. Its most popular options are Fruity Pebbles and Cinnamon Toast Crunch stuffed pancakes, both drizzled with vanilla syrup and a sprinkle of powdered sugar. Pancakes can be made gluten-free upon request.

Central Bistro | 403 Central Avenue

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Central Bistro is best known for its brunch, but also serves lunch and dinner. Its kids’ menu features chicken fingers, grilled cheese, pasta with butter or marinara, baby meatballs, and french fries.

City Diner | 31 Montgomery Street

City Diner’s from-scratch kitchen prepares some of the best pancakes in town. Other kid-approved menu options include french toast, waffles, eggs with a choice of meat, burgers, and fries.

The Franklin | 159 New York Avenue

The Franklin serves up brunch and dinner in the Heights. Its environment is a combination of upscale and laid-back, family-friendly, and also perfect for a weekend brunch with friends or a romantic dinner date night. Some kid-friendly items on the menu include french toast, ricotta pancakes, and donuts made fresh and served warm.

Gino’s Pizzeria | 380 Central Avenue

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Gino’s Pizzeria has been serving delicious Italian food in the Heights since 1976. This family-owned restaurant has a wide selection of menu items from pasta and pizza to burgers, sandwiches, and more. Most of the items on the menu are kid-friendly with favorites like chicken tenders, french fries, and mozzarella sticks.

Hudson + Co | 3 2nd Street

For a family-friendly restaurant with a scenic view, check out Hudson + Co. This nautical bar and grill has both indoor and outdoor seating with stunning views of the Manhattan skyline across the Hudson River. The kids’ menu has great options suitable for even the pickiest of eaters like plain pizza, grilled cheese, burger with fries, chicken fingers with fries, and pasta with butter.

Hudson Hall | 364 Marin Boulevard

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Smokehouse and Biergarten Hudson Hall is an excellent place to enjoy delicious food with family. From brunch to lunch to happy hour, there are options to keep everyone content. The kids’ menu includes grilled cheese, chicken nuggets, and mac and cheese. Also, the fresh donuts are served warm and are a treat the whole family will enjoy.

Nûrish | 346 Communipaw Avenue

Nûrish is a healthy eatery perfect for grabbing a nutritious snack for littles. Some kid-friendly items on the menu include fresh juices, smoothie bowls, smoothies, and shakes. This vegetarian and vegan-friendly restaurant and cafe originated in Brooklyn and eventually opened a second location in the heart of Bergen-Lafayette.

Renato’s Pizza Masters | 278 Central Avenue

Renato’s Pizza Masters is a family-friendly restaurant where kids can enjoy pizza as well as chicken fingers, french fries, mozzarella sticks, and garlic bread. On the pizza menu are signature pizzas like Chicken Bruschetta and Buffalo Chicken and also Make Your Own pizza which you can craft to your liking. The restaurant states its “vodka sauce and Grandma pie are all-time favorites.” Renato’s Pizza Masters also has a wide selection of menu items in addition to pizza such as soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps, pasta, and more.

Rumba Cubana | 235 Pavonia Avenue

Located right near Hamilton Park, Rumba Cubana is a great place to enjoy a meal with children. Its kids’ menu has meals like grilled chicken or junior sirloin steak served with white rice and black beans, a Cuban-style burger or a ham and cheese sandwich served with french fries. Its most popular kids meal, however, is the chicken fingers and french fries served in a cardboard Chevrolet Bel Air.

See More: The Best Kids’ Menus at Local Essex County Restaurants

Rumi Turkish Grill | 67 Greene Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

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This Turkish restaurant prepares delicious food served family-style. Some kid-friendly options include chicken shish kebab, french fries, Turkish bread and hummus. Rumi Turkish Grill has a weekday lunch special which includes a starter, entree, and beverage for $15.95. For those with a sweet tooth, order the baklava made with layered filo dough filled with chopped nuts and drizzled with sweet syrup.

Würstbar | 516 Jersey Avenue

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For those who enjoy fine sausages, ciders, and poutine, Würstbar is a great choice. This rustic space has a wide selection of beer for the grown-ups and a kids’ menu to keep the kiddos happy. The kids’ menu features The Puppy Dog, a kids’ hot dog served with house-cut fries and ketchup.

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The Mile Square City is known for many things, and food is at the top of that list. From pizza and pasta to Italian subs and everything in between, dining in Hoboken is always a great idea. Although cold subs are a staple in this town, hot sandwiches are also just as popular. For those looking for hot sandwich options, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading to learn where to find the best hot sub sandwiches in Hoboken.

Pesto Chicken Club Sandwich at Alessio’s Cafe | 539 Park Avenue, Hoboken + 99 Franklin Street, Jersey City + 1525 Harbor Boulevard, Weehawken

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Alessio’s is a local Italian eatery best known for its authentic Italian products. Some popular items on its menu include sandwiches, wraps, paninis, and baked goods. One of our favorites is the Pesto Chicken Club Sandwich made with basil pesto (nut-free), grilled chicken, bacon, cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, lettuce, and tomato served on toasted sourdough bread.

112 Chicken Sangwich at Antique at 112 | 112 Willow Avenue

If chicken sandwiches are your vibe, the 112 Chicken Sangwich from  112 in Hoboken is a must-try. It features grilled or breaded chicken, cheddar cheese, banana peppers, guacamole, and morita aioli on an Antique hero. All chicken served is antibiotic and hormone-free free and most menu items can be made gluten-free or dairy-free. See here for more details.

Vegan Chicken Parmesan Sandwich at The Brick | 1122 Washington Street

The Brick is a pizzeria in Uptown Hoboken that features a plant-based menu alongside its classic dishes, with gluten-free options available as well. Some menu items include the vegan chicken parmesan sandwich, made with vegan chicken patties, marinara sauce, shredded vegan mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses on a toasted Italian hero, the vegan eggplant parmesan sandwich, or the vegan meatball parmesan sandwich.

Read More: Where to Find the Best Chicken Parm Subs in Hoboken + Jersey City

Sausage with Red Gravy Special at Fiore’s House of Quality | 414 Adams Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Fiore’s House of Quality, located at 414 Adams Street, has been serving the Mile Square since 1913. This old-school Italian deli is best known for its hot roast beef with gravy and mutz special, but there are other hot sandwiches on the menu that deserve some praise as well. The sausage with red gravy special is served on Wednesdays, and it’s another crowd pleaser, so expect a line during peak hours. HG pro tip: Fiore’s is cash only. See here for more details. 

Vodka Chicken Parm at Hot House | 606 2nd Street

Hot House Pizza is a hidden gem in Hoboken, located at 606 2nd Street between Jackson and Monroe. Its vodka chicken parm sandwich is made with breaded chicken cutlet and topped with vodka sauce and mozzarella cheese. A whole sandwich is a large enough portion for two people, but if you’re not up for sharing, we won’t judge. 

Croqueta de Preparada Sandwich at La Casa | 54 Newark Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

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La Casa serves up delicious Dominican food in Hoboken at 54 Newark Street. One of its most popular sandwiches is the Croqueta de Preparada. It features ham croquette, Swiss cheese, ham, pickles, and garlic sauce. See here for more details. 

Sausage + Peppers Sandwich at Leo’s Grandevous | 200 Grand Street

Leo’s Grandevous is a staple in Hoboken. This old-school Italian restaurant is best known for its pasta dishes, but there are a ton of sandwich options on the menu. From classics like chicken and eggplant parmigiana to meatball and sausage, and peppers, there’s something for everyone. Aside from its regular menu, keep an eye out for specials like fish sliders on garlic knots and chicken, mozzarella, and pesto on homemade rosemary focaccia. See here for more details.

Read more: The Best Italian Delis in Hoboken

Chicken Bruschetta Sub at Luca Brasis | 100 Park Avenue

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Luca Brasi’s at 100 Park Avenue in Hoboken has been open since 2006. This Italian deli features hot sub sandwich options on its menu, like the buffalo chicken sub, grilled BBQ chicken sub, cheesesteak sub, and chicken bruschetta sub made with breaded chicken cutlet and topped with freshly-made bruschetta. For those looking for a gluten-free option, the deli will put any sandwich on a platter. See here for more details. 

Everything Cheesesteak at Piccolo’s | 92 Clinton Street

Piccolo’s has been serving delicious eats in Hoboken since 1955. One of its most popular menu items is the Everything Cheesesteak, featuring grilled steak, cheese, cherry peppers, and French fries. This local gem is located at 92 Clinton Street.

Chicken Cutlet Sandwich at Napoli’s | 1118 Washington Street + 133 Clinton Street

Napoli’s has two locations in Hoboken and is known for its brick oven pizza. Aside from its pizza, this spot features a wide variety of sandwiches and heroes. The classic chicken cutlet sandwich features romaine lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, fresh mozzarella, and homemade spicy mayonnaise. All heroes come with a side salad, but it can be swapped with fries or homemade macaroni or potato salad for $2 more.

Brisket Dipped Sandwich at Rosticeria Da Gigi | 916 Washington Street

Rosticeria da Gigi is an old-school Italian deli at 916 Washington Street in Hoboken. Its menu is extensive, but one of the standout items is the brisket-dipped sandwich. It features juicy brisket, melty mozzarella cheese, all dipped in gravy. It can be customized with toppings like hot or sweet peppers. Adding a side of fries is recommended. See here for more details. 

Italian Cuban Sandwich at Vito’s Italian Deli | 806 Washington Street

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Vito’s Italian Deli in Hoboken is known for its homemade mutz and its Italian Cuban Sandwich. It features pork loin, Black Forest ham, sharp provolone, mutz, pickles, and garlic mayo, and was named Hoboken’s Best Sandwich.

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Even though there may still be pesky mounds of remaining snow dotted throughout the streets of Hoboken and Jersey City, spring is flirting just around the corner. The mini icebergs will soon melt, the temps will rise again and the streets will be filled with happier campers. With fewer people taking public transit and saying “no thanks” to ride-sharing due to COVID-19 concerns, we’re anticipating bikes to rule the roads of Hoboken and Jersey City this spring and summer. Coincidentally, bikes have been a hot topic in Hudson County recently. 

On March 3rd, Jersey City and Hoboken City Councils came to an agreement that would officially merge the two cities’ bike-share programs. Hoboken, who previously used Jersey Bike Share, will slowly adopt Citi Bike – the sole program Jersey City has historically used to offer its residents access to bikes. With the merge, locals will be able to commute by bike between Jersey City and Hoboken seamlessly versus needing to switch it up before riding by the Holland Tunnel. Read on for a list of bike shops in Hoboken + Jersey City.

Citi Bike is a great option if you’re not an avid bike rider and don’t have any space to house a bike. But, it might be time to get wheels of your own if you’re relying heavily on the shared bike program, don’t love the cost of Citi Bike, or if you’re looking to take a bike beyond Hudson County periodically. 

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While you can certainly find one on one line or at a big box retail store, we highly recommend buying a bicycle from one of these local bike shops in Hoboken and Jersey City. Many of the businesses below have been selling, repairing, and servicing bicycles in their neighborhoods for decades, making them qualified experts. 

Hoboken Bike Shops 

Flo on Wheels | 1222 Washington Street

Flo on Wheels may not have a website or Instagram, but this bike shop that’s been in business for 30+ years doesn’t need to be digital to prove its worth. Locals adore this shop for its personality and premium customer service. Flo on Wheels both sells and repairs bikes. 

Von Hof Cycles | 1012 Grand Street

Von Hof Cycles isn’t just a bicycle shop, they’re a bike manufacturer right in Hoboken! The brand designs and builds 3 different styles of the bicycle – road bike, cross bike, and a mountain bike – all available out of its warehouse in Hoboken. The bikes are sold at a few other shops in the tri-state area, too. Follow @vonhofcycles on Instagram. 

Jersey City Bike Shops

Jersey City Bicycle Co {687 Montgomery Street + 29 McWilliams Place}

Jersey City Bicycle Co has been in business since 2017. They are known for having knowledgeable associates and fantastic customer service, in addition to a wide variety of options. While the McGinley Square location is the OG space, Jersey City Bicycle Co also has a shop at Hamilton Park. The owner Chris has become an avid bike rider and aficionado since 2000 when he first rode his own set of wheels and fell in love with the craft. Follow the shop on Instagram @jcbicycleco for bike inspiration and info. 

Jersey Cycles | 510 Central Avenue

If you’re looking for a bike shop in the Heights, Jersey Cycles is for you. This bicycle store has all the answers to your bike questions. According to the Facebook page, the absolute best way to get those answers if you’re unable to stop by is to call the shop at 201-763-7133.

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The Bike Hub | 191 Monticello Avenue

The Bike Hub is a full-service bike shop and repair store located in McGinley Square. In addition to helping you up to your bike game via the shop and servicing, The Bike Hub also offers bike tutoring and lessons for those learning to ride. Follow @thebikehubjc on Instagram for updates on the events and more. 

The RIVETT Bikes | 123 Town Square Place

Located in Newport, RIVETT Bikes sells and repairs custom-made gas and electric bicycles. The prices start at $700 and the bikes get you going faster than you would with leg power alone. Follow @the_rivett_bikes on Instagram if you’ve got a need for speed {or cool bikes, really}. 

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