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Explore 3 favorite inexpensive pubs in Jersey City

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Published on November 18, 2019
Explore 3 favorite inexpensive pubs in Jersey CityO'Leary's Publik House | Photo: Chris L./Yelp

Looking to try the best pubs in town?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable pubs in Jersey City, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings.

1. New Park Tavern

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Topping the list is New Park Tavern. Located at 575 West Side Ave., this West Side spot is the highest-rated budget-friendly pub in Jersey City, boasting 4.5 stars out of 190 reviews on Yelp. In July, NorthJersey.com named its cheeseburger the Best in Hudson County. 

Yelper Hector S., who reviewed New Park Tavern on Oct. 28, wrote, "I'll make this short and sweet: Best burger in Jersey City."

Ashley M. noted, "When I hear the term 'hidden gem' ...  Park Tavern comes to mind."

2. O'Leary's Publik House

Photo: Chris L./Yelp

Next up is Bergen-Lafayette's O'Leary's Publik House, situated at 788 Garfield Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 66 reviews on Yelp, it has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an inexpensive option. 

Yelp has lots more information on O'Leary's Publik House.

"This is Jersey City's newest long bar that caters to the hardworking men and women of our great city," per the history section of the business's Yelp profile. "Established in 2014 by one of Jersey City's own, Kevin Hennessey, this bar strives to serve great eats and drinks without breaking the bank."

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"Born and raised in Jersey City, Kevin worked his way from behind the bar to owning and operating his own establishment," according to the bio section of the business's Yelp profile. "As an active member of the Jersey City Fire Department, Kevin recognizes the hardworking people of this great city. His goal is to offer everyone good food, great drinks and a place to relax."

3. McGinley Square Pub

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Then there's McGinley Square Pub, located at 755 Montgomery St. This budget-friendly pub with 14 rotating taps serves food and hosts events, too. Yelpers give it 4.5 stars out of 65 reviews.

The menu features typical pub fare, like wings and mozzarella sticks, plus, you can score a beer, shot and burger for $10.


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