The weekend is finally here! Our lineup of top things to do is a little bit different this time around. With all of the efforts being made to gather donations for Puerto Rico, we find it important to not only highlight the local events going on for PR, but to also encourage anyone to donate […]
Gringo’s Tacos and ChicpeaJC Block party
Calling all 80’s and 90’s babies! We’re having a block party and you all are invited. This Saturday October 7th, it’s going down and if you don’t have any plans yet, then you’re in luck. We teamed up with our friends over at Gringo’s to throw you guys a day dedicated to food, fun, music and more. […]
Breakfast Burritos
Ahh, brunch. What would our weekends be without you? For me, brunch is often the highlight of my weekend. Whether it’s a get together with friends or a brunch date with my husband, brunching is one of my favorite weekend activities! The only problem is, Jersey City has so many great brunch options, it can […]
5 Cheeseburgers to Try Today in Jersey City
The ideal burger is juicy, filling, and unlike any other. It’s National Cheeseburger Day, so how could you not celebrate with a good burger? Luckily, we’re surrounded by burger spots in Jersey City, so your options are practically endless. Here are a few of our favorites! 1. New Park Tavern 575 West Side Ave New Park […]
Top 10 Things to Do in Jersey City this Weekend
School is back in session, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to end. Check out some cool things going on the area, or look through our Event Calendar for more interesting ideas! Featured Events 7th Annual All About Downtown Street Fair September 16 @ 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM Newark Ave Pedestrian Plaza, Jersey […]
Stone House Restaurant
A few weeks ago, we were invited to have dinner at The Stone House in Warren, NJ, a 30-minute drive from Jersey City. The Stone House is owned by Jeanne and Frank Cattrella of Landmark Hospitality who also own Liberty House Restaurant, a Jersey City landmark. After I interviewed VP of Landmark Hospitality John Williams, […]
12 New Food Spots in Jersey City
I can’t even keep up anymore. To be honest, when I moved to Jersey City 10 years ago, I remember getting so excited when one new restaurant would open. Now in a span of just a few short months, we have 13 new spots and I am pretty sure I am missing a few on […]
Delightful Frozen Cocktails in Jersey City
My favorite part about the drinking scene in Jersey City right now is that there are so many different places to go. When the warm weather hits, nothing hits the spot like a good frozen cocktail. One thing I’ve noticed this Summer is many establishments offering up some really great frozen drink options on their […]
Top 7 Things to Do in Jersey City This Weekend
September’s finally here! Find something interesting to kick in the new month. Want to find some events for the rest of the week? Our Event Calendar has other options! Featured Event The Hair Room JC helps Houston August 28 – September 2 The Hair Room JC, 213 Montgomery St Anatalie of The Hair Room JC hails […]
Taco Tuesdays: Tacos at Mi Mariachi
Do you like tacos as much as we do?! Here at ChicpeaJC, we’re excited to announce that we’ll be starting a new monthly column named Taco Tuesdays! Every last Tuesday of the month, we’ll be venturing and finding you the best places to get tacos in Jersey City. We’ll also be highlighting the ones you […]
Top 6 Spots to get Bao in Downtown Jersey City
Happy National Bao Day! We have a few favorites Downtown and couldn’t help but share them. Let us know what your favorite spots are, especially outside of the Downtown area! 1. Ani Ramen 218 Newark Ave View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ani Ramen House (@aniramen) Ani Ramen is a recent […]
#JCSpot: Philippine Bread House
Our next JC Spot is the well-known JC favorite, the Philippine Bread House! Located at 530 Newark Ave, the Philippine Bread House is home to many of the city’s favorite baked goods, especially their Pan de Sal. They’re open from 7 AM to 7 PM (with the exception of Sundays, where they close at 6 PM). […]
16 Things Your Bartender/Server Wishes They Could REALLY Tell You But Can’t
Jersey City is becoming the hub for hospitality in the Northern NJ area, it’s a no-brainer that most people who live here eat out. I’ve teamed up with some popular bartenders in Jersey City, as well as fellow servers, to bring all of my readers 16 things your server/bartender really wants to tell you but […]
Liberty House Lobster Fest
Join Liberty House Restaurant for Lobster Fest on August 24th! There’ll be four lobster dishes prepared by the Executive Chef of Liberty House, Ken Trickilo. The lobster dinner starts at 7PM at Liberty House on 76 Audrey Zapp Dr., and it’s $65 per person. The menu and paired drinks include: Chilled Lobster Cocktail – Avocado, red onion, […]
Where to get Pan Con Bistec in Jersey City
There’s no shortage of good Cuban food in the area; especially when it comes to the sandwiches. I think it’s safe to assume that everyone’s had a Cuban sandwich (Cubano), or at least heard of one by now. You can pretty much find one on every menu now a day. I’m obviously exaggerating but I […]
Liberty House Restaurant
I’ve been to Liberty House Restaurant a few times since I moved to Jersey City. Every time I visit, I say to myself, “This place is magical.” Located in our very own Liberty State Park; the “farm to table” food is outstanding, the service is like nothing else (the staff actually care about their guests), the […]
Cultural Gratitude
Walk a half-mile in any direction in Jersey City and you’re bound to pass at least 3 ethnically different places to eat and at least 5 people of different races. One of the things Jersey City natives like myself can pride their city on is its diversity. Jersey City is the second-most diverse city […]
Healthy Eating is Easier Than You Think
“Sorry, I can’t” became a second-nature phrase for me while I was living in fear of the restaurant world. I had just revamped my fitness journey, stepping outside of my daily ten-mile run and started picking up weights. While I was seeing rapid results and the six-pack of my dreams, I was depriving myself of […]
Hudson Restaurant Week
Hudson Restaurant Week is in its lucky 13th Year! There are 40+ participating restaurants from Hoboken, Jersey City, and Weehawken! The restaurants are offering 2-course lunches and 3-course dinners at a discounted price. There are five new restaurants on the list: Birch-Hoboken, FM, Hudson Ultra Bar, Latham House, and Porter Collins. Of course, there are […]
Top 9 Things to Do in Jersey City this Weekend
It’s a jam packed weekend, and we have you covered! Chicpea is throwing a few events of her own, and the team would love to see you there! Can’t find any events you’re interested in? Our Event Calendar has plenty of options! Featured Events That 70s Party July 21 @ 9:00 PM – July 22 @ […]
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