Mordi's Sandwich Shop is Now Open

Photo from The Oak on Pine

As reported a few months ago, Mordi's Schnitzel Truck has expanded to a brick and mortar storefront and last week, they began their soft open.

The OAK on Pine Launches Lunch Service

The OAK on Pine continues to expand!

Mordi's Expands with New Storefront

Photo courtesy of Mordi's Scnitzel

One of my favorite food trucks in the area, Mordi's Schnitzel, is expanding to a brick and mortar storefront.

Community News: Buffalo Boss Opening Soon, Frankie and Harry's Daughter Launch Brunch, and More

Jersey City

• Corgi Spirits is enhancing your brunch drinking experience. Beginning this Sunday, they will have a food truck on site all Sunday to cover your brunch dining desires while they handle the drinks. 
• Buffalo Boss, a wing spot owned by Jay-Z's cousin and financially backed by Jay-Z, is expanding into Jersey City. There are currently three locations open in New York and this will be the first New Jersey location. Buffalo Boss is known for their variety of 12 sauces which range in flavors and heat levels. It is scheduled to open at Newport Centre later this month. 

The OAK on Pine Introduces Supper Club; Gets Closer to Opening

Photo from Sam a.m.

Sam a.m.'s new dinner concept, The OAK on Pine, is getting closer to opening their doors and in the meantime, they've launched a supper club.

Weekend Events: JCWSCA Chili Cook Off, Lafayette Oktoberfest, Mathews Brunch & More

Saturday, 10/7

• Join Point Capital Development, Lucky 7's, and RDG Hospitality for the Lafayette Neighborhood Oktoberfest. The party begins at 12pm and runs through 8pm at the Baker Building, 234 Suydam Ave - there will be music, drinks, food from Mordi's Schnitzel, and more. 

The Factory in Bergen-Lafayette Is Now Open

The Factory Restaurant and Lounge, 451 Communipaw Avenue, quietly opened its doors late last week to launch their partial soft opening.

Hooked JC and Pinwheel Garden Opening In Bergen-Lafayette

Bergen-Lafayette's restaurant scene is continuing to expand with newcomers Hooked JC and Pinwheel Garden joining the ranks of what's up and coming in the neighborhood.

Photo courtesy of FB

Hooked JC, located at 467 Communipaw Ave only a couple of blocks from Berry Lane Park, is a new seafood spot owned and run by Tory Aunspach, a long-time chef who has cooked around the world and Natalie Miniard of JCity Realty.

Lafayette Corner Store Has Closed

Lafayette Corner Store, 320 Communipaw Ave, closed late last week.

5 New Restaurants Opening Soon In Jersey City

As the end of the year approaches and a new one begins, Jersey City has several restaurants in their final stages of development. Here are five new restaurants to look forward to over the next few months.

Get to Know JC Eaters: The Recap (Part 1)

This week and next week, instead of posting new JC Eaters, I wanted to look back at the twenty Jersey City residents who have been featured so far and talk about some of my favorite recommendations and the things I've learned.

I started doing this in order to hear more about the places and food in Jersey City other people love and it's been great. So many people have told me they've found a new dish to try or a new favorite restaurant based off someone's profile and I've definitely pick up some great recommendations myself. I love reading through every submission I get and I'm so exited to have people share more about the food, neighborhoods, and scenic spots they love in Jersey City as well as often their own personal passions and hobbies. 

Starting from the most recent and counting down to 11, here are the past ten JC Eaters sharing their favorite eats around Jersey City.

Community News

• Congratulations to the winners of the Jersey City West Side Chili Cook Off, Aaron van Dorn and the Wynn family.
• Orale MK has announced a line-up of events to celebrate Halloween.
• The Baonanas Kickstarter has officially launched. They're trying to expand their business and move into a larger kitchen space with the possibility of a storefront. 
• Satis Bistro, Lucky 7, and Light Rail Cafe have teamed up with The Baker Building to throw an Oktoberfest party on Oct. 15th from 12-8pm.  

Get to Know Eater: Jahnia

Welcome to "Get to Know JC Eater" where every week I post a profile of a local resident sharing where and what they love to eat in Jersey City. If you'd like to be featured, please leave a comment below or email me directly.

This week's JC Eater is a photography enthusiast who loves finding small gems around town. 

Sam a.m. Expanding!

(photo from FB)

Sam a.m., popular brunch spot in Paulus Hook, recently sent out news they're expanding. 

Get to Know JC Eater: Joel Maffei

Welcome to the first edition of a new series here on Jersey City Eats,"Get to Know JC Eater" where every week I will post a profile of a local resident who wants to share where and what they love to eat in Jersey City.

This site is meant to be useful to the community so what better way to do that then involve the community itself? If you'd like to be featured, please leave a comment below or email me directly.

Get to Know JC Eater: Joel Maffei
This week's JC Eater is a long time supporter of the blog who's made some great recommendations that have never steered me wrong and who knows his burgers.

Arlington Park Farmer's Market Returns

This Saturday marks the start of the Arlington Park Farmer's Market which is returning for its second season.

Martha's Restaurant Opens Saturday

New restaurant Martha's is scheduled to open this Saturday!

(photo from Joel Maffei)

Upcoming Events in Jersey City

It's the first day of April which, despite the temperatures still being low for a while, means we're getting close to market season and outdoor events! Spring and summer are often a whirlwind of activity in Jersey City so here are a few dates to book in your calendar now.

Lafayette Corner Store

Lafayette Corner Store, 320 Communipaw Ave,  is a great example of a local small business using social media to their advantage. This bodega turned deli first piqued my interest on Instagram, posting pictures of their daily menus and specials. Expanding on the typical offerings found at a bodega, the shop has a fairly extensive sandwich menu, a variety of burgers, soups of the day, and offers specials like empanadas and pierogis.

A Tale of Two Coffee Shops

A few years ago I read an article about how the number and growth rate of coffee shops in a city were one of the best markers of how well that city was doing economically. If that's true, I'd say Jersey City is doing quite well indeed considering the recent openings of Harry Street Coffee and The Grind Shop, two new coffee shops with very different styles.