Lokal Eatery & Bar

4.3 (189)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

2 2nd St # 101, Jersey City, NJ 07302-3096

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Lokal Eatery & Bar

4.3

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Jersey City

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2 people

24 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Romantic
Good for special occasions

Lokal Eatery & Bar is a Jersey City waterfront restaurant offering elevated American comfort, craft cocktails, and stunning views of the Manhattan skyline. Located along the Hudson River, Lokal is a go-to destination for lunch, dinner, brunch, happy hour, and special occasions. Enjoy locally inspired dishes, fresh ingredients, and creative seasonal flavors in a stylish, welcoming setting. During warmer months, relax on the spacious outdoor terrace and take in breathtaking waterfront views while dining or enjoying drinks with friends. Whether you’re looking for a waterfront restaurant in Jersey City, outdoor dining with skyline views, or a lively neighborhood bar, Lokal Eatery & Bar delivers great food, drinks, and an unforgettable Hudson River dining experience.

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 11:30–21:00 Thu 11:30–21:30 Fri 11:30–22:30 Sat 10:00–22:30 Sun 10:00–21:00
Contact
(201) 222-6800
Website
https://www.lokaljc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Catering
Can cater to corporate and private events. Write to events@lokaljc.com for Catering requests.
Private party facilities
Can accommodate events from 20 guests to 300. Write to events@lokaljc.com for event requests.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
2 2nd St # 101, Jersey City, NJ 07302-3096
Area
Jersey City
Cross Street
2 2nd Street
Parking Details
Street parking, open lot across the restaurant and parking garage next door
Public transport
PATH train - 10 mins walk from Exchange Place and Newport StationFerry - 10 mins walk from Harborside Financial Ferry Terminal
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Offers

Lokal Happy Hour MON - SUN: 4 - 6 PM (ALL 7 DAYS)
1 - 12 people
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 16:00 - 18:00
H A P P Y H O U R 4 P M - 6 P M BEER & WINE l BEER $7 l WINE $10 OYSTERS $1 each l CHARCUTERIE BOARD $23 l CHEESE BOARD $21 l MARINATED OLIVES $12 3 FOR $35 l CRISPY CALAMARI l PARMESAN TRUFFLE FRIES l GREEN GODDESS HUMMUS l CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS l MEDITERRANEAN l FLATBREAD l CHICKEN SKEWERS

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CHEF’S SEASONAL SOUPUS$11.00
YELLOWFIN TUNA TARTAREUS$24.00
avocado, chives, herb oil, potato chips
STRAWBERRY & BURRATA SALADUS$19.00
berry compote, balsamic reduction, basil mint, house bread (V)
CRISPY CALAMARIUS$18.00
spicy aioli/grilled lemon/chives
MIXED GREENS & AVOCADO SALADUS$22.00
mesclun mix, avocado, cucumber, heirloom tomatoes, lemon shallot vinaigrette
- grilled chickenUS$9.00
- grilled shrimpUS$13.00
- salmonUS$17.00
CAESAR SALADUS$18.00
romaine lettuce, creamy dressing, parmesan, toasted breadcrumbs
CHICKEN SKEWERSUS$19.00
mint and cilantro slaw, garlic aioli, hot honey

MAINS

ROASTED SALMONUS$28.00
summer vegetables, lemon herb butter
CHICKEN MILANESEUS$24.00
arugula, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, capers, lemon
LAMB BURGERUS$26.00
homemade lamb patty, creamy tzatziki, cucumber, arugula, choice of fries or salad
- baconUS$3.00
CAMPANELLEUS$23.00
basil pesto and cream sauce, blistered tomatoes, spinach, lemon ricotta (V)(NF)
MAINE LOBSTER ROLLUS$39.00
Maine lobster/lemon aioli/brioche/choice of herb fries or dressed greens
GRILLED CHICKEN CLUBUS$23.00
avocado, bacon, tomato, arugula, basil aioli choice of herb fries or dressed greens
PRIME BEEF BURGERUS$25.00
port salut cheese, caramelized onions, garlic aioli choice of herb fries or dressed greens
GRILLED VEGETABLE & FRESH MOZZARELLA SANDWICHUS$21.00
roasted zucchini, peppers, eggplant, pesto (V) choice of herb fries or dressed greens

PRIX-FIXE LUNCH

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PRIX-FIXE LUNCHUS$30.00
STARTER
choice of CHEF’S SEASONAL SOUP, MIXED GREENS SALAD, CAESAR SALAD
MAIN
choice of CHICKEN MILANESE, CAMPANELLE, ROASTED SALMON, PRIME BEEF BURGER

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@theviewatlokal just officially opened, and between the skyline views, waterfront breeze, cocktails and food, I already know I’m gonna be here all summer long. 2 2nd St, Jersey City, New Jersey #waterfront #summer #lokal #dine365
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Last week we celebrated @lokaljc 5th anniversary and wow, what a night! This trendy restaurant in Jersey City pulled out all the stops with fancy cocktails and some of the most delicious bites I’ve ever had. It reminded me why I fell in love with this place during their soft opening 5 years back! The atmosphere is always so vibrant, and the waterfront views make it even more special. If you haven’t been yet, you’re missing out on an incredible dining experience. Some of my favorite bites from the evening -Mushroom Arancini -Whipped Goat Cheese & Lavender Honey Crostini -Seared Scallops -Rock Shrimp -Oysters served with mignonette & cocktail sauce -Brownies -Chocolate Mousse -Tiramisu Cheers to many more years of Lokal #LokalAnniversary #JerseyCityEats #lokalturnsfive #jceats #dine365

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Lokal Eatery & Bar.

4.3

(189)

4.1Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.0Value

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189 Reviews

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Gary
New York City17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a small birthday lunch there, and everything was great! The ambiance/location, the drinks the food the wait staff.. myself and my party had a enjoyable time.
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OpenTable Diner Gold
New York City7 reviews
4.0
Dined on 31 January 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great views, service, and ambiance. That’s what your paying for. Food is fine, I ordered the chicken, it was the smallest piece of chicken thigh (the cheapest part of the chicken) I’ve ever seen for $25. I guess they’re cutting cost where they can.
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LouiseD Gold
Washington, D.C. Area20 reviews
3.0
Dined on 30 January 2021
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Fantastic view, beautiful bar but the food is terrible. Best to go there for drinks and dinner elsewhere. Food was bad quality, tiny portions yet pricey.
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KaydianS
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 January 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved it and jen was a great waitress. The food was drinks were great.
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KaydianS
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 January 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved it. Scenery was beautiful, the food was wonderful and the waitress Jen was exceptional. We had a limit of 90 minutes but stayed a little over two hours and enjoyed every bit of it. We will certainly be back. Everyone was friendly from the moment we walked in, they knew exactly what we wanted and the drinks were top shelf.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City24 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 January 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything about this restaurant was amazing; the staff was extremely pleasant, the food and drinks were amazing. Our waiter Devlin was wonderful, open to suggestions (everything he suggested was amazing) he was attentive and always made sure that we were ok. I will most certainly be back to this establishment and I hope that Devlin is my server.
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MercedesL
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 January 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic service! Celebrated my friends birthday. This is the perfect place for intimate celebrations. Our waitress and the hostess were amazing! Thanks again !
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Eric
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 January 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a pleasure at Lokal. The view is unbeatable.
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SummerA
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on 23 January 2021
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Staff was very rude. Will not go back. Too bad because we were looking forward to an evening out.
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ChristieR
New York City23 reviews
3.0
Dined on 23 January 2021
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Pros -Amazing views - Service was very good Cons -Food is way over priced and portions are extremely small -Parking you have to pay to park cost me $21 for 2 hours - typically of JC waterfront though so expected -Bathroom was clean but had no towels or air dryers to dry your hands
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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Contemporary Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 11:30–21:00 Thu 11:30–21:30 Fri 11:30–22:30 Sat 10:00–22:30 Sun 10:00–21:00
Contact
(201) 222-6800
Website
https://www.lokaljc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Catering
Can cater to corporate and private events. Write to events@lokaljc.com for Catering requests.
Private party facilities
Can accommodate events from 20 guests to 300. Write to events@lokaljc.com for event requests.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
2 2nd St # 101, Jersey City, NJ 07302-3096
Area
Jersey City
Cross Street
2 2nd Street
Parking Details
Street parking, open lot across the restaurant and parking garage next door
Public transport
PATH train - 10 mins walk from Exchange Place and Newport StationFerry - 10 mins walk from Harborside Financial Ferry Terminal
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

FAQs

Yes, Lokal has a spacious outdoor terrace on the Hudson where guests enjoy waterfront dining and Manhattan skyline views during warmer months.

Brunch at Lokal Eatery & Bar is a standout, the restaurant promotes brunch and multiple guests praise its brunch service and pastries, making weekend brunch a popular choice.

Smart casual is the guide, think polished but relaxed, and many guests treat Lokal as a dress-up spot for date nights and special evenings.

The lamb chops are a standout, the menu’s Lamb Lollipops (charred lamb chops) are repeatedly singled out by guests for being perfectly cooked and flavorful.

Yes, Lokal currently lists a prix-fixe lunch on its Lunch Menu, and guests frequently mention a popular happy hour experience.

Yes, Lokal's waterfront location and Manhattan-skyline views, plus multiple guests recommending it for date night and anniversaries, make it a lovely choice for a special evening.

Yes, families dine at Lokal; guests report visits with toddlers and older kids, and the brunch menu includes kid-friendly options like Mascarpone Pancakes and Omelettes.

Yes, the menus include clearly marked vegetarian items (V) such as Campanelle, Mediterranean flatbread and the Veggie Burger, and some desserts are labeled gluten-free (GF).

Lokal Eatery & Bar feels stylish and waterfront, contemporary, chic interiors with large windows and a big bar, plus sweeping Manhattan skyline views that make it a favorite for date nights and special occasions.

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Lokal Eatery & Bar

4.3

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Jersey City

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2 people

24 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 9 times today

Lokal Eatery & Bar

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Lokal Eatery & Bar

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About this restaurant

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Lokal Happy Hour MON - SUN: 4 - 6 PM (ALL 7 DAYS)

RAW BAR

OYSTERS

EAST 4US$4.50

WESTUS$4.50

BOARDS

CHEESEUS$28.00

CHARCUTERIEUS$30.00

STARTERS

CHEF’S SEASONAL SOUPUS$11.00

YELLOWFIN TUNA TARTAREUS$24.00

STRAWBERRY & BURRATA SALADUS$19.00

CRISPY CALAMARIUS$18.00

MIXED GREENS & AVOCADO SALADUS$22.00

CAESAR SALADUS$18.00

CHICKEN SKEWERSUS$19.00

MAINS

ROASTED SALMONUS$28.00

CHICKEN MILANESEUS$24.00

LAMB BURGERUS$26.00

CAMPANELLEUS$23.00

MAINE LOBSTER ROLLUS$39.00

GRILLED CHICKEN CLUBUS$23.00

PRIME BEEF BURGERUS$25.00

GRILLED VEGETABLE & FRESH MOZZARELLA SANDWICHUS$21.00

PRIX-FIXE LUNCH

PRIX-FIXE LUNCHUS$30.00

STARTER

MAIN

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