Sarah Griesbach 
Businesses up and down Grove Street make this downtown neighborhood one of the most vibrant areas of Jersey City. Grove Street’s wide array of storefront shops and restaurants comes directly out of the richly diverse community that is Jersey City. Read on to discover some of the great destinations for shopping, dining, and daily pleasures all around Jersey City’s Grove Street.
Another Man’s Treasure Vintage | 195 Montgomery Street
Another Man’s Treasure is definitely one of Jersey City’s most iconic vintage shops. Located just off Grove Street on Montgomery, the vintage boutique has been serving the local fashion scene since 2006 and has been featured in Vogue, Elle, and The New York Times.
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The Artist + The Antidote | 353 Grove Street
The artwork created in this space is on your head. Hair salon sessions here are charged by the hour rather than by the service to remove stress from the process, make room for consultations, and keep the focus on the client.
B Bagels | 367 Grove Street
This spot’s fresh bagels are a popular stop for Grove’s morning crowd. B serves up the regular fare, but also massive bagel sandwiches. The B Bagels special menu has included some pretty out-there flavor options, like the St. Patty’s Day green bagels with sweet lucky charms cream cheese(!).
Basile’s Pizza | 116 Newark Avenue (Corner with Grove Street)
Just like its twin in Hoboken, Basile’s in the Grove is the place to go to pick up a late-night slice while headed to the PATH train. Slices start at $4, and the pull from the aroma starts a few doors down.
Boots + Bones | 116 Newark Avenue
Late-night music and drinks are as much of a draw as the BBQ at Boots & Bones. Tuesday trivia and the line dancing brunch every last Saturday of the month keep ‘em coming back for more.
Capoeira Restaurant | 24 Mercer Street
Located just across from City Hall, this intimate BYOB spot has served authentic Brazilian‑Portuguese fare from Chef Willian Silva and his husband, Juca, since October 2023. We love it for brunch and for dishes like feijoada, pão de queijo waffles, and pastel de nata.
City Hall | 280 Grove Street
Architect Louis H Broome’s 1896 Beaux-Arts City Hall building’s intricate stonework and soaring clock tower have undergone terrific restoration in the past several years. In 2020, that restoration unearthed gorgeous old Stoke-on-Trent tiles that had been buried beneath vinyl flooring in the 1960s. These days, Jersey City uses the stately City Hall building for much more than its government functions. The municipal seat often serves as a venue for art exhibitions that showcase regional artists and plays host to celebratory events for Jersey City’s wonderfully diverse populace.
Cool Vines on Grove | 276 Grove Street
Cool Vines boutique wine shop and tasting room provides the perfect complement to neighborhood eateries like Capoeira — and they keep a lively calendar that is often featured in our event round‑ups.
De Carlos Bespoke | 255 Grove Street
De Carlos offers rather dazzling custom shirts and suits. A single visit may just elevate your entire lifestyle because a suit from this contemporary tailor shop will result in understated but attention-demanding flair.
dullboy | 364 Grove Street
This popular craft cocktail lounge draws in the after-work crowd with creative drinks and relaxed beats. The food menu has hits for a variety of tastes, like the deluxe Mac ‘n Cheese made with house-made pasta, coconut shrimp tacos with a mango cabbage pico, and traditional pork arepas, amongst the many varied and uniquely prepared dishes.
Ela Greek Kitchen | 179 Newark Avenue
Ela’s Kitchen is a casual restaurant with lots of charm. The “Greek street food” fare menu includes addictive honey-topped fried feta, scrumptious zucchini chips, several kinds of souvlaki, and too many other traditional dishes to list.
Frankie | 264 Grove Street
The Australian owners of Frankie have combined Asian, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern influences to create a fun, fresh menu. Vegans have great choices here, brunch is hopping, and the drinks list is inspired.
Gaia + Loki | 346 Grove Street
This vegan restaurant is fancy enough for special occasions, yet casual enough for an impromptu lunch. The gorgeous dining room is only outdone by the plated deliciousness — looking at you, strawberry cheesecake.
The Grove Station | 116 Newark Avenue
The late-night kitchen stays open until 1AM, making this place a popular last stop of the night. If the weather is nice, there’s always a crowd sitting outside Grove Station. Good food, drink specials, and its on-the-plaza location are the draws. $2 Taco Tuesday and karaoke every night keep the crowds coming.
Grove Street Bicycles | 172 Christopher Columbus Street
Once located on Grove, Grove Street Bicycles retains its name but is now around the corner, just off the pedestrian plaza. The shop has all kinds of bikes — electric, gravel, mountain, BMX, and road — for buying or renting, along with repair services and classes to learn bike maintenance. The bike donations program transforms used bikes into new rides for those who can’t afford one otherwise.
J Nail + Spa | 264 Grove Street
Whether pre-planned with a gift card or just walking by, a manicure with a shoulder and neck massage added on is self-love therapy.
Kanibal + Co. | 197 Montgomery Street
Looking for eclectic gifts for others or something lovely to take home? Kanibal + Co. is the ideal destination. This boutique offers fashion apparel that celebrates NJ pride; jewelry, pins, and patches; and all sorts of unique DIY kits and fun stuff that blend vintage charm with contemporary design.
Lackawanna Coffee | 295 Grove Street
The Grove Street location is one of three Lackawanna coffee houses in Jersey City. This one is small, cozy, and friendly. Most of its tables and stools are typically occupied by someone working at a laptop. And, it’s home to one of the ultimate IYKYK attractions in DTJC: a backyard ping-pong table.
Laree Adda | 287 Grove Street
This Pakistani restaurant is especially beloved for its grilled meat and its vegetarian curries. Laree Adda translates from Urdu to mean “Lorry Stop.” The restaurant website describes the spot as “A junction point from where one prepares to embark on their daily commute, or a completely new adventure. People meet and talk about stories, such as cricket scores, politics, and more.”
Love Locked | 353 Grove Street
Love Locked Fine Jewelry Apothecary & Home touts the ethical mining practices of their sources for bling. The shop is a great source for ready-to-wear accessories as well as customized one-of-a-kind jewelry.
Luna Restaurant + Bar | 279 Grove Street
The covered patio at Luna on Grove is a top spot for long hours of languidly luxuriating outdoors with friends. For Saturday brunch, bottomless mimosas and the bottomless mussels make this fabulous old bank building a great date destination.
Mathews Food + Drink | 351 Grove Street
Mathews Food + Drink combines casual elegance with a menu of mouthwatering options made from seasonal ingredients. The modern interior and cozy vibe make Mathews a great spot for everything from long, lazy brunches to after-work dinners or special occasions.
Mint Market | 339 Grove Street
No place carries what the marvelous Mint Market holds. That’s the magic of vintage. Staff there say that word-of-mouth praise by airline attendants has resulted in regular shopping sprees by international clientele during layovers by those staying in the nearby hotels. The shop is irresistible when you aren’t between flights, too, with its fun mix of vintage fashion and locally-made contemporary clothing and accoutrements.
Music Steps | 317 Grove Street
Music Steps provides instrumental instruction for students of all ages. It’s just up the stairs from Grove Street and requires only a little surge of confidence to begin — or resume! — lessons in piano, guitar, ukulele, or voice. Their practice rooms are rentable, and the class offerings include industry guidance for those ready to share their musical gifts with the world.
Orale Mexican Kitchen | 341 Grove Street
Orale on Grove is a higher-end, cloth napkin restaurant that uses notably fresh ingredients to make unique versions of traditional Mexican fare, with many dishes customizable to suit vegan/gluten-free diets. The outside and indoor seating areas are both fun and festive. The restaurant has a sibling in Morristown, though the Hoboken restaurant has now closed.
Ralph’s Famous Italian Ices + Ice Cream | 116 Newark Avenue
This Staten Island-born staple has been satisfying cravings for over 80 years. The iconic ice cream parlor has earned a reputation for serving up some of the creamiest, most decadent ice cream around.
Raine n River Apothecary | 299 Grove Street
River n Rain owner, Natasha Bony, used to walk past the building where her shop is now located and swoon. October 2025 will be the store’s sixth anniversary. It is a truly amazing place. The walls are lined with massive jars of dried herbs, spices, teas, seeds, and flowers. The wares are a wonder, and the store is warm and welcoming. People come in to talk, not just to shop.
Razza Pizza Artigianale | 275-277 Grove Street
Razza’s wood-fired pizzeria is consistently lauded for its artisanal approach to pizza, and it’s no surprise that The New York Times has named it one of the best pizzerias in the region. Known for using high-quality, local ingredients, Razza’s pies are known for a harmonious balance of crispy crust, fresh toppings, and unique flavor combinations.
Short Grain | 183 Montgomery
Short Grain blends California‑style minimalism with Asian‑inspired small plates, sandwiches, and specialty coffee like Vietnamese cold brew. We love the all‑day brunch, avocado toast variations, and the friendly vibe of this cozy neighborhood café that’s just off Grove.
Sky Tobacco Cigar Shop | 344 Grove Street
Sky Tobacco on Grove holds the local standard for cigar aficionados with its walls lined by cabinets of top-notch cigars from all over the world, a bit like a library for smokers. The store’s gregarious owner, Gabriel Garcia, hosts street parties in the summer months with live music performed on stage just in front of the shop, closing off the street for revelers to dance and perhaps puff on a well-aged Corona.
South of the Clouds | 313 Grove Street
South of the Clouds opened its Jersey City location on Grove this winter. Their Chinese cuisine is Yunnan — Southwestern China — inspired. The menu is loaded with noodle dishes and less typical fare like lotus fries + braised pig ear.
Tony Boloney’s | 363 Grove Street
Tony Boloney serves up slices that push the boundaries of what pizza can be. Known for its creative and outrageously delicious pies, this pizza joint has earned a devoted following for its bold flavor combinations, like its signature “Crack Fries” and infamous “Jersey City Banh Mi Pie.” Like its sister store in Hoboken, it’s a must-try for food lovers.
Taqueria Downtown | 236 Grove Street
For authentic, flavorful Mexican cuisine, look no further than Taqueria Downtown. The inviting, vibrant atmosphere is a great setting for authentic street-style tacos, tamales, tortas, tostadas, flautas, and more.
Ultimate Nail Care | 299 Grove Street
Ultimate Nail Care is a place to unwind. The cozy, well-run boutique salon’s pampering treatments are guaranteed to refresh and rejuvenate.
Uncle Momo | 289 Grove Street
Like its cousin restaurant in Montclair, Jersey City’s Uncle Momo serves French + Lebanese fusion cuisine. The darling bistro feels a bit like a Parisian corner restaurant — très chic.
Under the Boot | 116 Newark Avenue
Under the Boot is a fashionable speakeasy-style bar awaiting commuters ready to relax after emerging from the Grove Street PATH station onto the station plaza. It’s only open evenings, serving fancy tacos and sliders along with other hors d’oeuvres to accompany the main dish: the drinks.
Wonder | 350 Grove Street
The new Jersey City Wonder will open in August. The food hall will function like those in Hoboken and all over NYC and New Jersey. Customers order from multiple restaurants to curate individual meals that everyone in the dining party will love. This concept is described as fast fine-dining and can be utilized at their Grove Street spot or as a delivery service.
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