I met Michele, founder of Busy Bee Organics 5 years ago, when the blog was only a few months old at the Downtown Farmer’s Market. It’s been pretty amazing to see her growth all these years from the time I first interviewed her in her appartment, and now she opened her store front on Palisade […]
ChicpEATS: Fausto Brooklyn
As a blogger – and I guess people would say I am an “Influencer” (I hate that word but I’ve accepted it at this point) – I get some very interesting DMs (direct messages, if you’re not an Instagram person); some are creepy and weird, and others are extremely pleasant surprises. Open Table slid in […]
Why Everyone Should Work in the Food Service Industry
People interact with the food service industry in one way or another on a daily basis — whether it’s by eating at a restaurant, ordering takeout, or getting food delivered through an app like UberEats or GrubHub. While we get to enjoy the convenience of these services, what happens behind the scenes after a food […]
ChicpEATS: Bread and Salt
Bread and Salt opened in the Heights this past summer offering up Roman-style pizza, freshly baked bread, and other incredible dishes. After being previously located in Pittsburgh, baker Rick Easton brought it over to Jersey City. There’s been a lot of hype since they opened all over local and national media, and it’s all well-deserved. […]
7 new fall dishes and drinks in Jersey City
With a new season comes new menus at some of our favorite local restaurants! Check out these new dishes and drinks in Jersey City – Mathew’s Food & Drink View this post on Instagram A post shared by Lynn (@lynneats_) New drink to try: 24 Carrot New dish to try: Herb Gnocchi The Kitchen Step […]
ChicpEats: Mathews Food & Drink Fall Menu
As much as I’ve been loving exploring new places around JC and NYC to eat, it’s always so nice to go back to my local favorite spots. Mathews just celebrated their 3rd year anniversary recently and invited me to try their new fall menu! I had a hot date planned with one of my favorite […]
ChicpEATS: Takahachi NYC
I’m super excited about this whole new Chicpea Eats journey because I get to write about all the cool spots I get to visit that aren’t necessarily in my neighborhood. One of my very good friends, a local mom who I call the Chicpea of NYC, likes to go out on the town to New […]
5 Spots for Over The Top Desserts in New Jersey + New York City
October 14th is National Dessert Day and we’ve got some recommendations to satisfy your sweet tooth. It’s definitely not a complete list of over-the-top and delicious desserts, but these are some of the most raved about desserts in the area! New Jersey Milk Sugar Love 19 McWilliams Pl, Jersey City; 394 Palisade Ave, Jersey City https://www.instagram.com/p/Bxs3K6bH_zL/ […]
5 Brunch Spots To Try in Hudson County
Get your brunch on in Hudson County! Martha’s 308 Pacific Ave, Jersey City https://www.instagram.com/p/B3UjAcAFEgT/ Martha’s serves up a tasty breakfast and lunch menu from 7AM to 3PM Mon – Sat and 8AM to 2PM on Sundays. Stop by for their Fried Catfish platter, try their South Western omelette, or grab the daily special! Anthony David’s […]
Chicpeats: Lokal Jersey City
Lokal Jersey City recently opened its doors. The former Taphaus location was transformed into a stunning modern eatery with the most beautiful bar, staff dressed up in the cutest vintage style uniforms, and the views… you just can’t beat them. Lokal’s motto is “Eat, Drink and Stay Lokal,” which I really love. Any business who […]
ChicpEATS: Chef Yang 46 in Clifton, NJ
Earlier this month, Chef Yang in Clifton invited the team for a lunch. Chef Yang is located in Clifton, NJ on Route 46, and is about a 20-minute drive from Jersey City. This is where you should go to get your Peking Duck fix. We arrived around 12:30PM and were delightfully surprised by the chic […]
Five Veggie Burger Spots Worth Visiting in Hudson County + Manhattan
It’s World Vegetarian Day! Celebrate with some meat-free eats and try one of these veggie burgers in the area. BurgerFi Secaucus, NJ; New York, NY https://www.instagram.com/p/B3FMFKzhFVU/ If you’re looking for a deal for the day, look no further! BurgerFi is offering $5 VegeFi and Beyond burgers today. Diesel & Duke Jersey City, NJ https://www.instagram.com/p/B3CyueDH4e2/ You […]
ChicpeaEats: Miznon NYC
I fucking love food… I think we’ve made that pretty apparent though. ChicpeaJC.com is primarily focused on all things Jersey City but in the last few years we’ve been doing more then just that; writing about lifestyle, dating, travel, random shit so why not expand on our love of food and not just in Jersey […]
10 food trucks to check out and where to find them
Whether you’re looking for something new for lunch during the workday or want to pick up a quick dinner after work, food trucks would never let you down. Check out these 10 food trucks in Jersey City, and let us know which other food trucks you love! Venti Food Truck View this post on Instagram […]
10 Spots to Get Your Wing Fix in Jersey City
Football season is upon us, that means: an endless supply of chicken wings, flat-screen TVs, and a cold bottle of beer. It’s undeniable that chicken wings are a football party staple. Whether it’s a house party or a good sports bar, it would seem incomplete without buffalo wings on the menu. If you are looking […]
10 Spots to Grab a Cheeseburger in Jersey City + New York City
It’s National Cheeseburger Day! Check out these 10 spots in the area for some of the best cheeseburgers. Hudson County White Mana 470 Tonnelle Ave View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nick Solares (@nicksolares) Recommended: classic cheeseburger. Park Tavern 575 West Side Ave https://www.instagram.com/p/B1GpDVVlUvR/ Recommended: classic cheeseburger, daily specials Diesel & Duke […]
Let’s TACO bout it – 7 Great Taco Spots in Jersey City
Tuesday or not, we love some delicious tacos any day of the week. We created a list of the best taco spots in Jersey City. From the OG taco spots to the newest and coolest, there’s a place where you can enjoy delicious tacos with a cold bottle of Jarritos, fresh fruit shake, or beer. […]
13 Family-Friendly Restaurants in Jersey City
Struggling to figure out which spots are family-friendly? Here are some of our favorites! O’Leary’s 788 Garfield Ave View this post on Instagram A post shared by O'Leary's Publik House (@olearyspublikhouse) Enjoy burgers and daily specials with the family! White Star 179 Warren St; 230 Brunswick St View this post on Instagram A post shared […]
5 restaurants to check out in the Newport, Jersey City area
Whether you’re planning a date night or just looking for a nice spot to enjoy dinner with friends, here are five restaurants you should check out in the Newport area! Dorrian’s Red Hand 555 Washington Blvd View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dorrian's Red Hand (JC) (@dorriansjc) OFFERED: American fare, beer and […]
Where to Get Pupusas in Hudson County
A few days ago, I was asked, “I’m in the mood for pupusas. Where can I get good pupusas around here?” And thus this list was born. Here are some spots for pupusas in Hudson County if you’re not sure where to go! Jersey City El Rey del Sur 115 Bowers St View this post […]
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