Looking to uncover all that the Heights has to offer? Get to know this Jersey City neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from an Italian deli to and Argentine bakery.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in the Heights, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Andrea Salumeria
Topping the list is deli Andrea Salumeria. Located at 247 Central Ave., Suite 3, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting five stars out of 236 reviews on Yelp.
Since 1975, Andrea Salumeria has been selling authentic Italian groceries, cold cuts, antipasto and subs. It was named the Best Sub/Hoagie Shop in 2016 by NJ.com. Stop in for a Soprano — soppressata, prosciutto, fresh mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes stacked on fresh bread.
2. Griot Cafe
Next up is cafe and breakfast and brunch spot Griot Cafe, serving coffee, tea and more, situated at 434 Central Ave. With five stars out of 117 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
The menu at this cozy spot offers breakfast, lunch and dinner classics with a Louisiana spin. Check out the beignets and the Creole Chicken and Waffles. There are juices and smoothies, too.
3. Bang Cookies
Bang Cookies, a bakery and food stand that offers desserts and more, is another much-loved neighborhood go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 207 Yelp reviews.
Bang Cookies offers more than a dozen different varieties of its homemade cookies, including favorites like Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk and boozy creations like the Bourbon Walnut Toffee cookie, which is infused with organic bourbon. Head over to 1183 Summit Ave. to see for yourself.
4. The Hutton
Check out The Hutton, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 181 reviews on Yelp. You can find the gastropub, cocktail bar and New American spot at 225 Hutton St.
NJ.com named The Hutton one of the 50 Jersey City bars that matter, placing it in the top 20. The drink list features a dozen craft cocktails and a rotating selection of draft beers, while the menu offers gastropub fare like grilled octopus, mussels and a burger topped with smoked bacon jam. Pop in on the weekend for brunch.
5. Dulce de Leche Bakery
And then there's Dulce de Leche Bakery, a local favorite with 4.5 stars out of 182 reviews. Stop by 376 Central Ave. to hit up the Argentine bakery-cafe next time you're in the neighborhood.
Dulce de Leche specializes in South American treats like empanadas, churros and tres leches cake. It also has you covered for lunch with a selection of savory sandwiches, and for special occasions with its catering and custom cake services.
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