An average bar food spot. Nothing was extraordinary, a little forgettable but good for watching sports or if city bistro is too packed (I hate to say it)
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Jon F.
One of my favorite bar food restaurants in Hoboken! Neighborhood spot, friendly bartenders and good solid drinks
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Nicole K.
Meh. Ultimately forgettable... nothing bad, nothing great, just kind of a filler restaurant. Service is decent, food/drinks are a little overpriced, ambiance is basically nothing.
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Tad K.
Great atmosphere if you're into turn of the century dark, narrow and a little creepy. The beer list was long and boring. Was hoping for a little more creative, varied and local. Although the menu was slightly upscale, typical bar fare, the wings were easily Best in Hoboken! I'll go back because the family enjoyed it, but I hope to find a better beer selection.
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Jacquelyn W.
I came here over the weekend for a surprise birthday party for my friend. They have a great back room area available for large groups that we used. The seating was a little tight, but there was a lot of mingling, so you didn't notice it too much. The wait staff was very attentive to our group, and brought drinks and food at in a very timely fashion. They were also great about keeping the cake cool while we ate, and hanging onto balloons that were delivered there. Since people were leaving at different times, they were also nice about splitting checks as they left. At the end of the party that wasn't the case, but at that point, I don't blame them. I only at french fries during the party, which were very good, but everyone else that ordered from their brunch menu seemed to enjoy their meals. After a bulk of the group left, the remainder of us migrated to the bar area, and eventually ended up sitting outside for a bit. We ordered spinach artichoke dip & lava cake while we were outside, and both items were very good. Easily one of the best spinach artichoke dips I've had. If I'm in the area, I'd definitely love to come back to this spot.
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Anjali N.
This place is really underrated. The food is really awesome, especially the filet mignon sliders with truffle garlic fries. My mom came recently and she is a gluten free vegan, she loved the quinoa and added portobello mushrooms- they were super accommodating. We come here often everyone is super friendly- a perfect neighborhood bar
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Victor C.
This place has a great menu with a little bit for everyone to enjoy. Atmosphere is hometown and service is quick and friendly. Place is easy to get to and there is parking near by without having to walk a country mile.
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Anthony J.
Ok so I owe this place an update. I've ended up here a few times more recently with friends and family and had great experiences each time. The truffle mac and cheese is a "must have" item. They have awesome cheesesteaks too. I've tried a few of their regular entrees and they were very good as well. And they appear to have gotten the service up to where it should be.....very friendly and reasonably attentive, for the most part. It seems that maybe they worked out some of the kinks from their earlier days, and they've managed to win me back as a fan.
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Jacqueline P.
If this rating was solely based on the food, I'd be giving this place 5 stars. This is a hidden uptown gem. If I rated solely on the service they would receive 1 star. I've gone to Hudson Tavern a number of times and will continue to go back... however no matter who my server is, the service sucks. I've come to accept that I will never get sriracha even if I ask for it 4 times.... Instead I will get barbecue sauce. (EVEN if I order the sriracha wings) And if the floor is wet, they will just sprinkle it with some salt (yes this actually happened.) A few nights ago I was asked whether or not I wanted dessert or the check. I said I'll see the dessert menu. Then my waitress looked at me and said, actually the kitchen is closed. Sooo ok... I guess i'll take the check. There have also been occasions when I get the chance to order dessert...sit and wait for it... get told it's on its way... watch others get their dessert... and then get told they're all out. Regardless of the fact that I've never had the opportunity to have dessert, I'm sure I'll be back (Bringing my own Sriracha)
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Lauren R.
We had an engagement party brunch today in the side room at Hudson Tavern. The staff was wonderful, everyone was very friendly and patient with a somewhat hectic group of kids and adults. The set up was perfect, they had set up the tables to optimize the space and allowed for a lot of interaction. The food was very good, we had access to the regular menu and everyone enjoyed their meals. Parking was validated for 3 hours in the North Independence building which was great because most of the guests were out of town. Thanks to the folks at Hudson Tavern!
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Jessica P.
I booked a reservation for a large party of 20 adults and 6 kids. The owner and staff of Hudson tavern bent over backwards to accommodate our group, opening early for us, letting us take our time and just providing service above and beyond our expectations. I had never been to the Hudson tavern and live out of state so really took a chance and was so pleased. The food was good- many options for a large group. I highly recommend this establishment for large group reservations.
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S F.
I'm not a fan of Hoboken AT ALL, but I'm definitely a fan of Hudson Tavern, no doubt! Been here twice and I can't wait to go back. Everything I've had from here so far, has been excellent (except for the bread pudding dessert - but I'm not letting that taint how I view this place). So far I've had the oysters as an appetizer (both times) and I had the Pan Seared Diver Sea Scallops [FKUCING DELICIOUS] and the Orange Ginger Glazed Duck Breast [DUCK NEVER TASTED SO DARN GUUUUUUD]. The mai thai and the very berry are my go to drinks - soooo yummy! Point is, I shall come back over and over and over again until I've had everything on the menu. Oh, and lets not forget about the FREE GARAGE PARKING (they validate it) located on 12th street - just a couple of blocks away! SAY WHAAAAAAAAAAAAT?!?!?! Total WIN!
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Erin C.
I would give this place zero stars if that was possible. Evening started out fine, but quickly went south. Bartenders and waitstaff did nothing but stand around and socialize or fool around on their phones. Our waiter actually spent over an hour outside talking to friends at a table with two other workers. We had to get up to get our own drinks and therefore have two tabs open. The complete disregard for customers on a Saturday night is ridiculous!
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DM M.
Food better but average same menu as all over town -- boring, nothing organic vegetarian or healthy
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Judy H.
Don't know about the food, but the drinks here were great. Martinis were very strong and tasty. We were recommended the pina colada and the creamsicle ones. Ask for a chocolate pretzel shot. Those are delicious. Service was super friendly and helpful. My friend and I had to meet up with a friend afterward and didn't know how to get there and one of the waiters took the time to hand write all the directions down for us to get there.
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Karen C.
Came here on a late Saturday Afternoon for the first time. Our waitress was very nice and attentive. The food was surprisingly delish. I guess I wasn't expecting bar food to be that good. They had a nice long list of drinks and beers. I ordered a mai tai martini, it was ok. For $12 I would have enjoyed it more if I could actually taste some of the alcohol in it. I wouldn't mind going back for brunch or a lay low Friday night dinner. Not sure if they have take-out but if they do, I'd order from there.
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Kimberly S.
The food was good and service was great. I was there on a Tuesday night so it might have been slow for dinner but our waitress was very attentive. I had the app size toasted almond and goat cheese salad and the french onion soup. They were both good. I have been here many times to meet with friends and have a drink but this is my first time actually sitting down to a meal here. Sorry I did not try it sooner.
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Katharine B.
If you're gonna go here, try to get a seat at the bar. The wait staff is not great, but the bartenders are super friendly and will make interesting suggestions if you're feeling indecisive. The sweet potato fries here are really great (and I consider myself a sweet potato fry aficionado) and surprisingly so are the oysters. I also saw Eli Manning and his wife here a few times, which was pretty neat.
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S B.
I felt very out of place because I was not checking my phone, showing my company what I was doing on my phone, taking pictures with my phone, getting advice on how to reply to a text message on my phone, or taking more photos on my phone. So I left. Otherwise, I'm sure it's a decent enough local establishment.
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Kerry H.
4 stars based on seating at the bar! Hudson Tavern is our go to place for wings and a glass of wine! We usually go here during the week when it is a little less busy and more low key. We love sitting at the bar, as the bartenders are always accommodating and very friendly. We usually shy away and go elsewhere when seats at the bar aren't available. As for food, we haven't tried a wide array of food here. This is our wing place, not our sit down and dine place! You can't go wrong with the wings, half BBQ/ half buffalo, extra crispy! Yum! The burger is decent, the goat cheese arugula salad is delicious, and the cat fish sandwich is good as well. Overall, go sit at the bar, enjoy some wings and save us a seat! :)
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John G.
hudson tavern is a must!!!! good food, great portions, cool tavern type ambience, servers and bartenders are excellent!
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Justin A.
Awful, awful, awful. I came here around 8 pm to watch my alma matter play a college basketball game at 9pm. The game was broadcast on ESPN and was playing on the two big tv's near the bar. My girlfriend and I grabbed a table near the bar to watch the game. Everything was fine until the bartender turned off the game at 10:30 pm to put on the Knicks. I understand the Knicks are important, but comeon. When you see more then one group of people watching the game, screaming, jeering, cheering for 2 + hours, you should know that the game means something to paying customers. When we asked the waitress to turn the game back on, she said that the bartender told her that someone requested the Knicks game that just walked in. Funny thing was, no-one was even looking at the freaking television at that stage. The only people watching the Knicks were one employee and the the bartender. When more people began to complain to the server, he called her a b!tch and started yelling at this poor server. Life lesson: act like a man and don't treat a server like sh!t. She didn't do anything wrong, she was just trying to make some good tips. Anyway, the bill was $100+ for 2 people and we missed the end of the game. The food wasn't good, the beer list was so-so, but the bartender was a jacka$s.
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DailyDeal M.
Tuesday Boozeday! Loved this place! We went for our weekly Tuesday Boozeday and everything from the service to the food to the drinks were SPECTACULAR. Food highlights: Apps: Calamari= amazing (they come with some mayo-y sauce but we weren't fans of that so we got marinara instead; da bomb. Mussels in white wine sauce= DELICIOUS sauce. They were a little skimpy on the amount of mussels they gave, but it was still amazing. Entrees: Pistacho encrusted Salmon-- one of my friends got this and kept raving about it. Paella-- one of my other friends got this (who lived in Spain for three years and is hard to impress) and she LOVED it as well. Said it was the best she's had in NYC or Hoboken.
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Laura W.
The decor is really nice and classic. Try the back room if you want a quieter setting. The service is so-so. During the summer it was terrible but has recently gotten better. The food is great! The only mediocre dish was one of their salads. The calamari is great and so are there Sriacha wings! I dream about those wings. The truffled mac and cheese is awesome as is their crab cake. I've had most of their sandwiches and they're all good. The burgers are delicious-both beef and turkey. I've never had dessert there. Pretty good drink selection.
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Michael C.
Living across the street from this bar kind of makes it my default "let's grab a few drinks" place. With that said, we don't really find ourselves going there that much. It has an old well worn feel to the place. Which I kind of like. But it's a little off-putting with how dark it can be inside. The bar itself is pretty big and there's never really an open seat. There's some decent beers on tap, but it's priced a little high to be a regular "go to" spot. The food isn't too bad. The Catfish sandwich was excellent but I didn't like the lamb kabobs there. Overall, it's an ok spot... nothing special.
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Holly N.
I'd been to Hudson Tavern before, but usually just for a drink here and there. This time around my trip was inspired by A Taste of Hoboken where I was able to try their White Truffled Mac & Cheese - delicious! So, for dinner while watching the Super Bowl, my friend and I decided to check it out. I was surprised that the restaurant wasn't very crowded for the event and found out they weren't having any drink specials - no wonder it wasn't crowded! However, we decided to stay and split a cheap bottle of wine ($26) to make up for the lack of special. We decided on the White Truffled Mac & Cheese to start and I had a burger with a salad for dinner. Everything was good. The mac and cheese was delicious - as I remembered! A little bit rustic in flavor with ham, swiss, and provolone cheese. The burger was par for the course, nothing terribly special. We did get super decadent celebrating the Super Bowl and the fact we just could and both decided to order the cinnamon gelato ("do you want one to share?" "Ummm... NO!"). It was fantastic! I wonder if theirs and Madison's come from the same place... if so, I want to figure out where that is! Oh, and we must have been really good customers because the waiter brought us each a shot on the house called a 'chocolate covered pretzel shot.' Awesome! He told us what it was, but I forgot. Something like whipped cream vodka and chocolate flavored liqueur, then you salt and lick your hand - sounds silly, but it's amazing! Our waiter was all around really good. He made sure we always had what we needed and put up with our lack of ability to make quick efficient decisions. I'm a fan of Hudson Tavern, I just wish they'd have had some sort of drink special to make the night a little bit cheaper and more eventful.
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Shaq D.
Whack
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Greg W.
The most 'downtown' uptown hoboken bar I've found so far - and I mean that in a good way. Have been a few times, bartenders have ranged from below average to average. Pretty decent bar selection with a good number of beers on tap. A little more expensive than it should be, lots of $7 pints. Overall, not bad, not great, if you find yourself in uptown Hoboken and don't want a place with an attitude, you could do worse than here.
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Mike S.
Go to spot while we lived in Hoboken. Good quality food and drink selection at a reasonable place. Not the best spot in Hoboken, but if you are in the neighborhood, good spot
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Michael A.
Very solid service at the bar and in the restaurant. This is my go to place for a quick dinner at the bar or table side with friends/family. The food is nothing fancy but it doesn't pretend to be anything else. Always a good pour on the drinks and a good selection of beers.
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Nicole G.
We had: Mushroom and Truffle Mac & Cheese- so good! But share it, otherwise it's really heavy and your taste buds may be a bit overwhelmed. Mussels in white sauce: Exceptional. While I really love mussels in white sauce, the dish is often a bit predictable: garlic, white wine, butter. Hudson's had something special about it. Kansas BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwich- good but not great. Tasty, just nothing that made us say: WOW! Although the fries were really good and the cornbread was perfect. Fun, bar-style atmosphere, outdoor seating once it gets warm. Overall, Great place!
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Chris V.
The Duo stopped into the Hudson Tavern after pedaling 42 miles in the 5 boro bike tour ... in search of a beer and burger we found what we were looking for ... although it was not a perfect quest. We are fans of any place who has Dogfish 60 on tap, so thats a good note. After being turned down for the oysters we settled on the mussels as an app ... An excellent choice. Skillfully prepared and bursting with flavor. I was craving a burger and the better half went a lighter with a chicken and avocado sandwich ... what a bummer ... a woefully undercooked burger with little flavor and a bone dry chicken sandwich which lacked the spicy mayo advertised brought the meal to a halt. Admittingly, I did not make a stink about my mooing burger and just went for it .... dude ... we were tired, we just wanted meal and a beer ... I guess we got what we asked for...
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Lovet O.
The service was great. My friend and I came here around 4pm on a Saturday. It wasn't busy and there was one server working. She did a great job tending to our needs. We ordered the chicken quesadilla. Wow! Delicious. My friend ordered a Reuben with fries. He couldn't stop raving about it. I had the pistachio crusted salmon with spinach. Divine!!! I was really surprised at the quality of food here. I hear they have great ribs also. Looking forward to coming back.
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Brigette K.
I have been here 2x, once for a beer and once for dinner on a Monday night. There needs to be better signage for when you walk in - do you seat yourself or wait to be seated? My friend and I just stood around for awhile with the bartender just looking at us; eventually we just sat down. I thought the food was good, and it came out quickly. However it was loud (hard to have a conversation), and there seemed to be only one waitress serving the entire place. Granted, it was a Monday, but it took awhile to a) get seated, b) have our order taken, 3) get our check. The waitress was very nice but be prepared to wait.
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Steven C.
Hudson Tavern is a great place in town... I've been there a few times and every time the bartenders are on point... It's nice to see people behind the bar taking pride in what they do. The food is also pretty good, I had the mussels last night and they were great. Service at the table was a little slow at first, but the server came over and apologized and was on her game from there on out... Just a great place all around, can't wait to go back.
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Greg B.
One of my co-workers ate there last week and had just as bad of an experience. Just a warning...
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Richard H.
Great atmosphere, reasonable prices, and great portion size. I love the bar set up. Fish dishes are great. The burger looks fantastic. Don't waste your time with the pork chops. Service is OK, not great, but no real complaint. Definitely friendly. Totally worth stopping in when you're uptown!
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Taryn C.
This place opened a few months before I left Hoboken. I've only been here twice. it's unpretentious, unlike a few others in the area, but something is missing. Maybe. A bit. All I know is each time I've been there, I think...why did I come here again? Maybe the drinks. They have a pretty decent wine selection, and they do make custom martinis. But at $13 a pop? Worth it? Better come with my personal assistant and two-for-one. I had some salad when I there, it was good, a cranberry and apple with goat cheese I think. But eh, the bartender had a bit of an attitude. And it attracts hipster douchecanoes. Usually those types are not from Hoboken, and ruin the rep of Boken. I might go here again but only b/c I have a friend who lives like four blocks away.
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Michael M.
Went there on a 2nd date on Wednesday night for dinner, after going across the street to City Bistro for a pre-dinner drink. The waiter was almost too attentive, where he stopped by 3 times in a period of ten minutes to see if we were ready to place a drink order. But is that really a bad thing? They have a decent draft beer selection, my date had Sam Summer and I had the 30 minute Flying Fish. The waiter brought our drinks quickly, moved on. We ordered the buffalo chicken spring rolls and a half order of ribs for dinner and split them. The ribs were fall off the bone tender, and delicious. The sauce was sticky but not sweet. The spring rolls were cooked perfectly and crisp. A perfect selection.
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Ashley D.
I ate at Hudson Tavern last night for my friend's surprise 30th birthday party and couldn't have been more impressed. The service was stellar and the food was definitely a step above your average bar food while still being reasonably priced. I ordered their goat cheese and spinach salad which was delicious but enjoyed bites of other people's indulgent meals such as the truffle mac and cheese, quesadilla, and bbq sandwich that comes on a cornbread bun!
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Michelle L.
Hudson Tavern is right across the street from my apartment. We waited years for it to open and man, were we disappointed. I must have gone here five times since it opened (hoping for a better experience each time, but unfortunately it never happened) and not once have they ever gotten our order right. Never in those five or so times was I able to eat with the person I was dining with because someone's food was brought out incorrectly and needed to be sent back. It didn't matter if it was brunch or dinner, a weekday or weekend, this place just couldn't get it right. Their menu has expanded since opening and some of the food seems tasty, but we have never been able to enjoy it. I do recommend their egg sandwich - it's good. Their fish is not very fresh. I had the crab cake and it was awful...smelled fishy and seemed to have gone bad. The bar crowd is mixed, but at dinner and brunch, you'll like find a decent amount of families here. On a side note, the circular bar, while aesthetically pleasing, leaves little room for people to hang by the bar when crowded.
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David D.
Had a nice lunch at the bar. The bartender with the piercings was great ! Super nice and super helpful.
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Sarab T.
I went here to give it a 2nd chance and thought the food was fantastic but service was absolutely terrible. The waitress took forever to come by.. Then forever for our main meal after apps... She never asked how our meal was... And took forever to bring the check at the end... 5 for food... 1 for service
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Abel A.
Had brunch with the family and found it to pretty scrumptious. The steak and eggs certainly hit the spot and their Hollandaise sauce clogs arteries with the best of them. My mom thought the sweet potato fries were a little on the burnt end, but I found them to be just fine. I think she just likes them better when she makes them. The beer selection included a great diversity of bottles and they have Lagunitas IPA and Dogfish Head 60-Minute IPA on tap. The beer prices are regular for Hoboken. Their Sunday special is Guinness-battered fish and chips with a beer of choice, but the only start serving that after 5, which broke my heart. Will have to return for that. Maybe some IPA. Definitely some IPA.
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Sherry Z.
The restaurant was renovated from the other old famous one "Lady Jane's". The bar was kept as the original which is a master piece. The decor of the place is very classic. The food was delicious and the beer selection could be one of the best in the town. Cheese Steak Sandwich is incredible.
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Jason R.
Ok. So i've eaten at Hudson Tavern a few times. Pros: The Burger i had last year was memorable - maybe one of the best in town. The St. Louis Ribs are awesome - best around, period, the end. Cons: The place is dark...cold....there's just a vibe that is not very warm/friendly. One dish i had was inedible (some kind of crabcake over aioli, don't even know if it's still on the menu). But it was rank. And the last time i ate there, i was screwed out of a free drink (supposed to come with the Rib Special, but i was charged separately for both beers i ordered, and my check actually said "Rib Special w/ No Drink" and i was charged the full price of the special. Even though i ordered 2 beers. Go figure.
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Vivian R.
Best bruschetta in town!!
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Vanessa K.
Not your average pub/tavern fare. Real food, with real prices. Ha. Entrees range from 15-28, and there are no chicken tenders or fish and chips. The portions are HUGE. Had the pork milanese and shared it with the boy. There is no way any one person could have eaten the whole thing. The truffle mac and cheese was truly amazing. Piping hot out of a ramekin, with a nice bread crumb topping.
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Jeanne C.
Horrible, greasy food. Only really went there to catch the Giants game because Touching Point had an hour wait. The omelette was disgusting and the home fries were full of oil and grease. Fail.
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Andrew F.
Went this past Saturday night to meet up with my out-of-town relatives. I called ahead to make a reservation and the hostess was very helpful in accommodating us, even after I called back and said we'd be an hour late! Anyway, we weren't looking to have a full fledged dinner and luckily the menu had some options for us. I had heard about the ribs so I decided to order a half-rack to try. Everyone else ordered sandwiches. Our water was always full while we were waiting, but I can't help but think we were forgotten about momentarily? Luckily, soon after the thought popped into our heads our food was being placed before us. The ribs were very nicely cooked, probably too fall-off-the-bone for some people, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. The only thing I could say is maybe too much bbq sauce slathered on top, but I'm not about to get picky after having been so pleasantly surprised by the large portion size and reasonable price of the ribs. A real winning combination in my book! Sweet potato fries were good too. Definitely going to have to try it out for brunch some time.
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William N.
I ate in the dining room with my parents so this review doesn't take bar atmosphere into consideration. The waitress was lovely, knowledgable, and attentive. The atmosphere in the back was warm and pleasant. And the food was quite good. Only not a five-star because it was a little pricy for the portion sizes.
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Haley B.
Went here for a drink with a friend of mine. It wasn't great and it wasn't bad. Beers were about $6 each and they were stocking some fall seasonal brews. The crowd was alright. Definitely older than the crew downtown, but still only late 20's to early 30's for the most part. We enjoyed ourselves, but we didn't stay too long.
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Andrea D.
Meeehhh...had the perogie's and nachos. The prices were good, the food just okay. I wouldn't think the perogie's would have been rubbery reheated yuckiness....they were reheated plasticish stuff. No Bueno. The chili on the nachos was weird. This drink didn't have enough ice. The bartender was awesome. I think it was the only good think about my time spent there.
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ND F.
Awesome beer list and the skirt steak is probably one of the best I ever had. Perfectly cooked! Overall great experience. Would definently go back next time I'm uptown in Hoboken.
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Hoboken B.
Yum. Yum. Yum. Just got back from boys' night at the Hudson Tavern. Ribs on special were absolutely fantastic. $10.95 including excellent sweet potato fries and a beer! It reminds of a broken drumstick, you can't beat it! We had good service and did I mention that the ribs were easily the best I have ever had in Hoboken? (not that it means much) They fell off the bone, were not very fatty, were slathered in an extremely tasty sauce, and were a very good portion. I will go back for other food here, this was great. And cheap! Who doesn't like a bargain?
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A C.
I stopped in here for lunch with five other people. The service was terrible, the place and plates/silverware were generally dirty, and the food was subpar. Out of the six of us, only one person enjoyed their meal. Even though the place was deserted, we were left with empty drinks for a long time. Most of the staff stood around and talked to each other. I would suggest going just about anyplace else.
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Alison C.
Picture it - two indecisive foodie chicks trying to decide on a restaurant for a Friday night dinner in our neighborhood. While one of us had enjoyed a large sushi lunch and was in search of a Cuban dinner, the other was craving Asian cuisine and had plans to eat Spanish the following evening. Between the two of us, we had ruled out Thai, Indian, Chinese, Malaysian, Japanese, Cuban, Spanish, and Mexican, leaving few remaining options. We decided to go for some good old American food. However, even that made for a complicated decision. Did we opt for the recently opened Hudson Tavern or stick to The Madison or City Bistro, which we had already established positive feelings towards? After some additional deliberation, we chose to try something new. I had once grabbed a quick drink at this expansive bar, but found the scene a bit older and more low-key than I had been looking for at the time. I was optimistic about sampling the dinner menu, though. My friend and I met at the hostess stand and were given our next choice for the evening - Should we sit in the bar area or the quiet dining room? Of course, there was the obligatory mutual glance before our collective response. Though we told the host that we wanted to chat, he took that to mean we should sit in the louder bar section. We were seated at a cozy wooden booth and just went along with it. We reviewed the upscale bar menu with its list of salads, sandwiches, and entrees. As we pondered what would hopefully be the last serious debate of the evening, the busboy delivered some dry, bland Italian bread. A fragrant, garlicky olive oil was the only solution for salvaging the snack. Also, the bread was oddly served two slices per person on individual small plates rather than in the standard basket. Though our first few bites left us bored, we salivated at the prospect of our impending Portobello Sandwiches. While my friend received hers on ciabatta bread, which was apparently much better than our starting slices, I was able to substitute for a wrap. The large, grilled mushroom slices were packaged with tomato, fresh mozzarella, and a basil pesto herbed balsamic vinaigrette. The earthy sandwich was absolutely delicious! We also both loved that we could get a salad on the side rather than French fries. So, after a night of lengthy, unnecessary decision-making, we wound up making the right choice. However, this could also be seen as a catch-22, since now we have yet another restaurant option to consider when planning our next meal!
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Seth H.
Good food and a nice atmosphere for a night at the bar or a quiet dinner (the place is pretty big). The food is a little too expensive, though...$22 for penne w chicken and sausage?
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Sachin K.
We ordered a variety of things for brunch. The one plate that stood out was the buffalo wings. Simple, classic, but great! Good waffles, omelets and home fries too.
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Maricel T.
A bit pricey but a nice atmosphere for a dinner/group date. Their appetizers are on point. The group I went with ordered the mussels in white wine sauce and oysters. Dinner entree, not really. My fish smelled too fishy and was over cooked and a tad dry. Their molten lava cake for dessert was one of the best I've had.
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Meghan T.
The food here is good, as evidenced by the fact that I went twice in less than 24 hours. I got the tavern dip sandwich for dinner and the eggs benedict for brunch. The vibe is decent. Overall a pretty solid bar & grill.
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M T.
Decent. Really took a downturn after the original managers left. Stopped going after too many negative experiences with the staff. They do have solid food and it is a good place to sit outside and people watch. Better options are available though.
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Tiago R.
Food was not as good as it sounded on the menu and not worth the price, I knew their price range so that wouldn't bother me if it tasted good. Service wasn't bad but not attentive enough, after I clearly gave signs that the food was not good the waitress never made any move to find out why or try to fix the situation. Unfortunately to me I don't like to complain and so I left disappointed overall.
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Joseph C.
Went here just for a quick bite while my wife was at a shower around the corner! Everything was OK my burger was good but just way too well done. service was nice. unfortunately there are 100s of other places to visit in hoboken. For me to want to frequent a place around there the place must be great!
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Timothy M.
Dinner Saturday night, the 18th. A good selection. Well prepared. Good service. A good choice. We will be back...
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Advocate Q.
The Hudson Tavern opened within the last year on my street and I've eaten there several times since. The bar is new and definitely not a dive like some of the ones downtown. They have Chimay on tap, which is a huge plus in my book. The weekly specials are excellent as well. On Monday nights (for Football), they have really cheap wings (25 cents each). Their wings are some of the best in Hoboken. They come in two varieties: Sriracha-BBQ and Buffalo. For your information, Sriracha is a thai chili paste typically found in a clear bottle with a picture of a rooster on it (you may have seen it at the grocery store). The combination of the chili and the BBQ, plus the good job Hudson Tavern does at frying the wings just right, make them extra good.
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richard p.
What a disappointment ! Waited months for this to open, as there are not many eating choices on North end of Hoboken. Went 1 month after the restaurant opened -- waited 15 minutes at hostess stand and no one asked if they could help us. Bar was super crowded and noisy. Finally seated -- cramped eating area. Waiter never showed. Had to ask again for attention. Food came - very small portions at outrageous prices. I can deal with small portions if they are exceptional, but not even that. Stopped by Molfettas Pizza on Washington just to not go home hungry. Save your money -- City Bistro and even Liberty have better food at reasonable prices.
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redge c.
The Tavern has a nice space, the clientèle you'd expect at the north end of Washington, and reasonable food (lobster special, salmon, burger). The service that our party received however, was barely acceptable. Having said that, if I lived in the neighborhood, probably not a bad place to stop in for a pint.
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Jonathan M.
When you really don't have a specific craving for any particular type of food, I'm always a fan of choosing Hudson Tavern. Their menu is extremely diverse, so you can definitely find something to eat. Salads, Cheesesteaks, Reubens, BBQ Chicken/Ribs, Pastas, Stir Fry, Seafood, Macaroni & Cheese, Pot Pie, Duck, Steaks... I'm not even going to get into the varieties. If you tend to be indecisive, BEWARE, as everything on the menu sounds very appetizing so it may take a while to actually decide on what to order. I will be back again, and again.
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Ian S.
Great drinks, good beer selection (i.e. not all IPA's), but the highlight, every time are the buffalo chicken egg rolls. They are amazing. Place makes a damn fine old fashioned, and has good vantage of their tv's from almost anywhere you sit.
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Mark B.
We came back for dinner and had a very enjoyable meal. Food: The portions are large and the food is tasty! We had a salad, a sandwich, and the ribs. Everything came out hot and fresh and tasted great. If we're looking for something a bit different one night, I'd come back.
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Catherine d.
Food was good the chicken in the grilled chicken could've had a little more seasoning. Cheese steak was great, I substituted the "chedder sauce" with mozzerella cheese I pictured the nacho cheese sauce from the movies so I decided to be safe. My waitress was attentive and friendly. Aside from the food the male employees looked like they're getting paid to stand around lol we laughed at that the whole time. Owner should cut down on the employees during slow hours.
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Melissa R.
Hudson Tavern was always one of my favorite places in Hoboken. I even had my 30th Birthday there. We went home to visit family and decided to have dinner there with my family on a very busy Saturday night. Everything was fantastic. I had a Cajun marinated steak which was cooked perfectly. My husband ordered the truffle mac & cheese along with the kabobs, which were also wonderful. Will definitely be back in August when we are up North again.
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Sandra B.
I got kicked out of this place, let's get that part out of the way... 3.5 stars. Bar area feels right. Spacious with warm low lighting, brass and dark wood. A few big TVs. The side dining room had bad feng shui and the bathroom gave me the creeps. Stick with the bar. Food is upscale bar fare. The wings were awesome. Lots of meat on those bones. The bar pie looked pretty lame, but the sauce was really well seasoned and the crust crispy. Surprisingly good. A few in my crew ordered salads, sandwiches, and a dope looking chicken entree. Thumbs up all around. They have a long beer list of boring beers with maybe 2 decent selections - pet peeve of mine. Does a place really need to carry bud light and coors light and miller light? Seems redundant. Put an Ommegang three philosophers on there; live a little. They also had a cocktail list circa 1999. Am I correct in assuming that no one drinks appletinis anymore? But they do atone by offering an impressive selection of bourbons, whiskeys, scotches, and ryes. Okay, that's the official review. If you want to hear about how my friends and I got kicked out, keep reading... Giants vs Dallas Sunday late game. I arrived at 8, but my friends got there for the 4pm games. We were 10 deep, and there were about 10 other people total in the establishment. A mix of giants and Dallas fans with heated fantasy battles that included witten, obj, romo, and the Dallas defense, this game was as high stakes as it gets for my crew. We cheered for the opening kick off, and the security guard warned us to quiet down. Not a promising start. My girl approached the manager explaining that we were going to cheer and, if it was an issue, we would prefer to leave before some folks ordered food, got more drinks, etc. Manager assured us no problem. Then OBJ had the best catch in the history of football. This is where things went downhill. My friend, let's call him double captain guy, and his boy from upstate New York, let's call him fireball guy, got VERY exhuberant. There were high fives to the tables behind us, several excessively loud screams, pounding on the bar. Four older gentleman seated at a table near us found the antics highly entertaining. The other patrons were not amused. Death stares would be the official term. Things settled a bit. Then Witten scored and more tomfoolery commenced. Fireball guy's wife started screeching like a banshee that she had him on her fantasy team, while the rest of the crew booed and cursed loudly. One of the regulars got the ear of the owner, and he asked us to please settle down until the kitchen closed. Not an unreasonable request, but when you have people who have been drinking for 6 hours and spending lots of money in your establishment, often reason is lost on them. So, when we could not comply, we were asked to leave. What can I say? I keep it classy. I gave Hudson Tavern the extra half a star because I felt they handled the situation very well. I understand that just because there are TVs, it doesn't mean the place is a sports bar. They did their best to balance the needs and accommodate all of their customers, even though my group put them in a tough spot. I was impressed with their professionalism and would definitely come back. I'll try not to act like a hooligan next time (try being the operative word). Cheers!
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ashleigh s.
Last week I had the pleasure of being served by an amazing bartender. Her name is Nikki and she witty, personable and quick. She made me a perfect old fashioned while multitasking and taking care of a full bar with ease. I only had intentions of coming in for a night cap, but I ended up staying for three. Oops!
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James K.
I've been to Hudson Tavern three times since moving to Hoboken - twice for dinner and once for Saturday brunch. There's a bar in the center of the restaurant, but it's rarely crowded. It's an older scene that some of the other bars in the neighborhood - mostly people in their 30's and 40's, and you'll also see some families. Hudson Tavern's menu has everything from salads, pasta dishes, burgers, sandwiches and several entrees. In my opinion, the food is just average and the service can be spotty at times. I think it's only been open for a few months, so maybe it just needs time to get into the groove of things. Right now I prefer 10th and Willow, Madison's, Citi Bistro to Hudson Tavern.
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Brian G.
This is a good neighborhood bar. The food is solid. The burger is hearty and will fill you up. The Tavern Dip is really good. Try it with blue cheese. They have 2 types of chicken wings, traditional buffalo style and a sort of Asian BBQ style. The wait staff are all very courteous and friendly as are the bartenders.
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A G.
I loved this restaurant the 1st 2 times I went which was probably back during Spring and Summer 2010. I got the bbq chicken sandwich on cornbread and a vegetarian sandwich. Over the past 2 months I've gone twice and I was quite disappointed except for the delicious salad with goat cheese. The small was a huge portion and definitely the highlight of the meal. Stay away from the sliders and the white pizza!!!!! I'll give it another try, but you have to be careful what you order.
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River J.
Hudson Tavern consistently has good food. I tend to think of it as "high end bar food." The bar-b-q chicken sandwich and quesadilla are always good choices. It's casual, but a nice atmosphere. Drink specials from 5-7 are a good deal, but you have to be physically sitting at the bar (the last time I checked). Sitting at a table in the bar area doesn't qualify for the specials. It can get a little loud on Thursday and Friday nights, but has never disappointed as a good choice.
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Matthew D.
Well-done b&g basics and some very nice, sophisticated accents on top of that. Cheeseburger is to die for...
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Felicia A.
My husband, mother in law, and brother in law went here one night for dinner about a month ago. I have to say I had a bit higher expectations for this place, but they didn't meet them. I ordered the skirt steak with crispy onions as garnish, but there were so many onions that you could hardly see how much steak one got, and there wasn't much for the price. The others ordred the lobster meal and another a seafood pasta. We all ordered dessert, but shared. We ordered a tiramisu, which was nothing like. It was like a scone crumbled up which should really contain lady fingers soaked in espresso. And uh...there was way too much sugar since they obviously used pre-made ingredients. They added more sugar sprinkled on top, which was odd, as one would think a light dusting of cocoa would be appropriate. Anyone who's had Tiramisu knows what it should taste and look like. Yep. Anyways, I would say you're safe with going here for a burger and fries, drinks, but not much else. I still have yet to find a restaurant here in Hoboken that actually serves a decent meal consistently that's not fast food!
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liz b.
Hudson Tavern has a great wine list and an interesting twist to bar food. It's a place I am excited to bring my NYC friends when they visit Hoboken.
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Specialities
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Street Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Music : Juke Box Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Best Nights : Thu, Fri, Sat Coat Check : No Smoking : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Cassie B.
An average bar food spot. Nothing was extraordinary, a little forgettable but good for watching sports or if city bistro is too packed (I hate to say it)
(2)Jon F.
One of my favorite bar food restaurants in Hoboken! Neighborhood spot, friendly bartenders and good solid drinks
(4)Nicole K.
Meh. Ultimately forgettable... nothing bad, nothing great, just kind of a filler restaurant. Service is decent, food/drinks are a little overpriced, ambiance is basically nothing.
(2)Tad K.
Great atmosphere if you're into turn of the century dark, narrow and a little creepy. The beer list was long and boring. Was hoping for a little more creative, varied and local. Although the menu was slightly upscale, typical bar fare, the wings were easily Best in Hoboken! I'll go back because the family enjoyed it, but I hope to find a better beer selection.
(4)Jacquelyn W.
I came here over the weekend for a surprise birthday party for my friend. They have a great back room area available for large groups that we used. The seating was a little tight, but there was a lot of mingling, so you didn't notice it too much. The wait staff was very attentive to our group, and brought drinks and food at in a very timely fashion. They were also great about keeping the cake cool while we ate, and hanging onto balloons that were delivered there. Since people were leaving at different times, they were also nice about splitting checks as they left. At the end of the party that wasn't the case, but at that point, I don't blame them. I only at french fries during the party, which were very good, but everyone else that ordered from their brunch menu seemed to enjoy their meals. After a bulk of the group left, the remainder of us migrated to the bar area, and eventually ended up sitting outside for a bit. We ordered spinach artichoke dip & lava cake while we were outside, and both items were very good. Easily one of the best spinach artichoke dips I've had. If I'm in the area, I'd definitely love to come back to this spot.
(4)Anjali N.
This place is really underrated. The food is really awesome, especially the filet mignon sliders with truffle garlic fries. My mom came recently and she is a gluten free vegan, she loved the quinoa and added portobello mushrooms- they were super accommodating. We come here often everyone is super friendly- a perfect neighborhood bar
(5)Victor C.
This place has a great menu with a little bit for everyone to enjoy. Atmosphere is hometown and service is quick and friendly. Place is easy to get to and there is parking near by without having to walk a country mile.
(5)Anthony J.
Ok so I owe this place an update. I've ended up here a few times more recently with friends and family and had great experiences each time. The truffle mac and cheese is a "must have" item. They have awesome cheesesteaks too. I've tried a few of their regular entrees and they were very good as well. And they appear to have gotten the service up to where it should be.....very friendly and reasonably attentive, for the most part. It seems that maybe they worked out some of the kinks from their earlier days, and they've managed to win me back as a fan.
(4)Jacqueline P.
If this rating was solely based on the food, I'd be giving this place 5 stars. This is a hidden uptown gem. If I rated solely on the service they would receive 1 star. I've gone to Hudson Tavern a number of times and will continue to go back... however no matter who my server is, the service sucks. I've come to accept that I will never get sriracha even if I ask for it 4 times.... Instead I will get barbecue sauce. (EVEN if I order the sriracha wings) And if the floor is wet, they will just sprinkle it with some salt (yes this actually happened.) A few nights ago I was asked whether or not I wanted dessert or the check. I said I'll see the dessert menu. Then my waitress looked at me and said, actually the kitchen is closed. Sooo ok... I guess i'll take the check. There have also been occasions when I get the chance to order dessert...sit and wait for it... get told it's on its way... watch others get their dessert... and then get told they're all out. Regardless of the fact that I've never had the opportunity to have dessert, I'm sure I'll be back (Bringing my own Sriracha)
(3)Lauren R.
We had an engagement party brunch today in the side room at Hudson Tavern. The staff was wonderful, everyone was very friendly and patient with a somewhat hectic group of kids and adults. The set up was perfect, they had set up the tables to optimize the space and allowed for a lot of interaction. The food was very good, we had access to the regular menu and everyone enjoyed their meals. Parking was validated for 3 hours in the North Independence building which was great because most of the guests were out of town. Thanks to the folks at Hudson Tavern!
(5)Jessica P.
I booked a reservation for a large party of 20 adults and 6 kids. The owner and staff of Hudson tavern bent over backwards to accommodate our group, opening early for us, letting us take our time and just providing service above and beyond our expectations. I had never been to the Hudson tavern and live out of state so really took a chance and was so pleased. The food was good- many options for a large group. I highly recommend this establishment for large group reservations.
(5)S F.
I'm not a fan of Hoboken AT ALL, but I'm definitely a fan of Hudson Tavern, no doubt! Been here twice and I can't wait to go back. Everything I've had from here so far, has been excellent (except for the bread pudding dessert - but I'm not letting that taint how I view this place). So far I've had the oysters as an appetizer (both times) and I had the Pan Seared Diver Sea Scallops [FKUCING DELICIOUS] and the Orange Ginger Glazed Duck Breast [DUCK NEVER TASTED SO DARN GUUUUUUD]. The mai thai and the very berry are my go to drinks - soooo yummy! Point is, I shall come back over and over and over again until I've had everything on the menu. Oh, and lets not forget about the FREE GARAGE PARKING (they validate it) located on 12th street - just a couple of blocks away! SAY WHAAAAAAAAAAAAT?!?!?! Total WIN!
(4)Erin C.
I would give this place zero stars if that was possible. Evening started out fine, but quickly went south. Bartenders and waitstaff did nothing but stand around and socialize or fool around on their phones. Our waiter actually spent over an hour outside talking to friends at a table with two other workers. We had to get up to get our own drinks and therefore have two tabs open. The complete disregard for customers on a Saturday night is ridiculous!
(1)DM M.
Food better but average same menu as all over town -- boring, nothing organic vegetarian or healthy
(3)Judy H.
Don't know about the food, but the drinks here were great. Martinis were very strong and tasty. We were recommended the pina colada and the creamsicle ones. Ask for a chocolate pretzel shot. Those are delicious. Service was super friendly and helpful. My friend and I had to meet up with a friend afterward and didn't know how to get there and one of the waiters took the time to hand write all the directions down for us to get there.
(4)Karen C.
Came here on a late Saturday Afternoon for the first time. Our waitress was very nice and attentive. The food was surprisingly delish. I guess I wasn't expecting bar food to be that good. They had a nice long list of drinks and beers. I ordered a mai tai martini, it was ok. For $12 I would have enjoyed it more if I could actually taste some of the alcohol in it. I wouldn't mind going back for brunch or a lay low Friday night dinner. Not sure if they have take-out but if they do, I'd order from there.
(4)Kimberly S.
The food was good and service was great. I was there on a Tuesday night so it might have been slow for dinner but our waitress was very attentive. I had the app size toasted almond and goat cheese salad and the french onion soup. They were both good. I have been here many times to meet with friends and have a drink but this is my first time actually sitting down to a meal here. Sorry I did not try it sooner.
(4)Katharine B.
If you're gonna go here, try to get a seat at the bar. The wait staff is not great, but the bartenders are super friendly and will make interesting suggestions if you're feeling indecisive. The sweet potato fries here are really great (and I consider myself a sweet potato fry aficionado) and surprisingly so are the oysters. I also saw Eli Manning and his wife here a few times, which was pretty neat.
(3)S B.
I felt very out of place because I was not checking my phone, showing my company what I was doing on my phone, taking pictures with my phone, getting advice on how to reply to a text message on my phone, or taking more photos on my phone. So I left. Otherwise, I'm sure it's a decent enough local establishment.
(2)Kerry H.
4 stars based on seating at the bar! Hudson Tavern is our go to place for wings and a glass of wine! We usually go here during the week when it is a little less busy and more low key. We love sitting at the bar, as the bartenders are always accommodating and very friendly. We usually shy away and go elsewhere when seats at the bar aren't available. As for food, we haven't tried a wide array of food here. This is our wing place, not our sit down and dine place! You can't go wrong with the wings, half BBQ/ half buffalo, extra crispy! Yum! The burger is decent, the goat cheese arugula salad is delicious, and the cat fish sandwich is good as well. Overall, go sit at the bar, enjoy some wings and save us a seat! :)
(4)John G.
hudson tavern is a must!!!! good food, great portions, cool tavern type ambience, servers and bartenders are excellent!
(4)Justin A.
Awful, awful, awful. I came here around 8 pm to watch my alma matter play a college basketball game at 9pm. The game was broadcast on ESPN and was playing on the two big tv's near the bar. My girlfriend and I grabbed a table near the bar to watch the game. Everything was fine until the bartender turned off the game at 10:30 pm to put on the Knicks. I understand the Knicks are important, but comeon. When you see more then one group of people watching the game, screaming, jeering, cheering for 2 + hours, you should know that the game means something to paying customers. When we asked the waitress to turn the game back on, she said that the bartender told her that someone requested the Knicks game that just walked in. Funny thing was, no-one was even looking at the freaking television at that stage. The only people watching the Knicks were one employee and the the bartender. When more people began to complain to the server, he called her a b!tch and started yelling at this poor server. Life lesson: act like a man and don't treat a server like sh!t. She didn't do anything wrong, she was just trying to make some good tips. Anyway, the bill was $100+ for 2 people and we missed the end of the game. The food wasn't good, the beer list was so-so, but the bartender was a jacka$s.
(1)DailyDeal M.
Tuesday Boozeday! Loved this place! We went for our weekly Tuesday Boozeday and everything from the service to the food to the drinks were SPECTACULAR. Food highlights: Apps: Calamari= amazing (they come with some mayo-y sauce but we weren't fans of that so we got marinara instead; da bomb. Mussels in white wine sauce= DELICIOUS sauce. They were a little skimpy on the amount of mussels they gave, but it was still amazing. Entrees: Pistacho encrusted Salmon-- one of my friends got this and kept raving about it. Paella-- one of my other friends got this (who lived in Spain for three years and is hard to impress) and she LOVED it as well. Said it was the best she's had in NYC or Hoboken.
(5)Laura W.
The decor is really nice and classic. Try the back room if you want a quieter setting. The service is so-so. During the summer it was terrible but has recently gotten better. The food is great! The only mediocre dish was one of their salads. The calamari is great and so are there Sriacha wings! I dream about those wings. The truffled mac and cheese is awesome as is their crab cake. I've had most of their sandwiches and they're all good. The burgers are delicious-both beef and turkey. I've never had dessert there. Pretty good drink selection.
(4)Michael C.
Living across the street from this bar kind of makes it my default "let's grab a few drinks" place. With that said, we don't really find ourselves going there that much. It has an old well worn feel to the place. Which I kind of like. But it's a little off-putting with how dark it can be inside. The bar itself is pretty big and there's never really an open seat. There's some decent beers on tap, but it's priced a little high to be a regular "go to" spot. The food isn't too bad. The Catfish sandwich was excellent but I didn't like the lamb kabobs there. Overall, it's an ok spot... nothing special.
(3)Holly N.
I'd been to Hudson Tavern before, but usually just for a drink here and there. This time around my trip was inspired by A Taste of Hoboken where I was able to try their White Truffled Mac & Cheese - delicious! So, for dinner while watching the Super Bowl, my friend and I decided to check it out. I was surprised that the restaurant wasn't very crowded for the event and found out they weren't having any drink specials - no wonder it wasn't crowded! However, we decided to stay and split a cheap bottle of wine ($26) to make up for the lack of special. We decided on the White Truffled Mac & Cheese to start and I had a burger with a salad for dinner. Everything was good. The mac and cheese was delicious - as I remembered! A little bit rustic in flavor with ham, swiss, and provolone cheese. The burger was par for the course, nothing terribly special. We did get super decadent celebrating the Super Bowl and the fact we just could and both decided to order the cinnamon gelato ("do you want one to share?" "Ummm... NO!"). It was fantastic! I wonder if theirs and Madison's come from the same place... if so, I want to figure out where that is! Oh, and we must have been really good customers because the waiter brought us each a shot on the house called a 'chocolate covered pretzel shot.' Awesome! He told us what it was, but I forgot. Something like whipped cream vodka and chocolate flavored liqueur, then you salt and lick your hand - sounds silly, but it's amazing! Our waiter was all around really good. He made sure we always had what we needed and put up with our lack of ability to make quick efficient decisions. I'm a fan of Hudson Tavern, I just wish they'd have had some sort of drink special to make the night a little bit cheaper and more eventful.
(4)Shaq D.
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(1)Greg W.
The most 'downtown' uptown hoboken bar I've found so far - and I mean that in a good way. Have been a few times, bartenders have ranged from below average to average. Pretty decent bar selection with a good number of beers on tap. A little more expensive than it should be, lots of $7 pints. Overall, not bad, not great, if you find yourself in uptown Hoboken and don't want a place with an attitude, you could do worse than here.
(3)Mike S.
Go to spot while we lived in Hoboken. Good quality food and drink selection at a reasonable place. Not the best spot in Hoboken, but if you are in the neighborhood, good spot
(4)Michael A.
Very solid service at the bar and in the restaurant. This is my go to place for a quick dinner at the bar or table side with friends/family. The food is nothing fancy but it doesn't pretend to be anything else. Always a good pour on the drinks and a good selection of beers.
(4)Nicole G.
We had: Mushroom and Truffle Mac & Cheese- so good! But share it, otherwise it's really heavy and your taste buds may be a bit overwhelmed. Mussels in white sauce: Exceptional. While I really love mussels in white sauce, the dish is often a bit predictable: garlic, white wine, butter. Hudson's had something special about it. Kansas BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwich- good but not great. Tasty, just nothing that made us say: WOW! Although the fries were really good and the cornbread was perfect. Fun, bar-style atmosphere, outdoor seating once it gets warm. Overall, Great place!
(4)Chris V.
The Duo stopped into the Hudson Tavern after pedaling 42 miles in the 5 boro bike tour ... in search of a beer and burger we found what we were looking for ... although it was not a perfect quest. We are fans of any place who has Dogfish 60 on tap, so thats a good note. After being turned down for the oysters we settled on the mussels as an app ... An excellent choice. Skillfully prepared and bursting with flavor. I was craving a burger and the better half went a lighter with a chicken and avocado sandwich ... what a bummer ... a woefully undercooked burger with little flavor and a bone dry chicken sandwich which lacked the spicy mayo advertised brought the meal to a halt. Admittingly, I did not make a stink about my mooing burger and just went for it .... dude ... we were tired, we just wanted meal and a beer ... I guess we got what we asked for...
(3)Lovet O.
The service was great. My friend and I came here around 4pm on a Saturday. It wasn't busy and there was one server working. She did a great job tending to our needs. We ordered the chicken quesadilla. Wow! Delicious. My friend ordered a Reuben with fries. He couldn't stop raving about it. I had the pistachio crusted salmon with spinach. Divine!!! I was really surprised at the quality of food here. I hear they have great ribs also. Looking forward to coming back.
(5)Brigette K.
I have been here 2x, once for a beer and once for dinner on a Monday night. There needs to be better signage for when you walk in - do you seat yourself or wait to be seated? My friend and I just stood around for awhile with the bartender just looking at us; eventually we just sat down. I thought the food was good, and it came out quickly. However it was loud (hard to have a conversation), and there seemed to be only one waitress serving the entire place. Granted, it was a Monday, but it took awhile to a) get seated, b) have our order taken, 3) get our check. The waitress was very nice but be prepared to wait.
(2)Steven C.
Hudson Tavern is a great place in town... I've been there a few times and every time the bartenders are on point... It's nice to see people behind the bar taking pride in what they do. The food is also pretty good, I had the mussels last night and they were great. Service at the table was a little slow at first, but the server came over and apologized and was on her game from there on out... Just a great place all around, can't wait to go back.
(4)Greg B.
One of my co-workers ate there last week and had just as bad of an experience. Just a warning...
(1)Richard H.
Great atmosphere, reasonable prices, and great portion size. I love the bar set up. Fish dishes are great. The burger looks fantastic. Don't waste your time with the pork chops. Service is OK, not great, but no real complaint. Definitely friendly. Totally worth stopping in when you're uptown!
(3)Taryn C.
This place opened a few months before I left Hoboken. I've only been here twice. it's unpretentious, unlike a few others in the area, but something is missing. Maybe. A bit. All I know is each time I've been there, I think...why did I come here again? Maybe the drinks. They have a pretty decent wine selection, and they do make custom martinis. But at $13 a pop? Worth it? Better come with my personal assistant and two-for-one. I had some salad when I there, it was good, a cranberry and apple with goat cheese I think. But eh, the bartender had a bit of an attitude. And it attracts hipster douchecanoes. Usually those types are not from Hoboken, and ruin the rep of Boken. I might go here again but only b/c I have a friend who lives like four blocks away.
(3)Michael M.
Went there on a 2nd date on Wednesday night for dinner, after going across the street to City Bistro for a pre-dinner drink. The waiter was almost too attentive, where he stopped by 3 times in a period of ten minutes to see if we were ready to place a drink order. But is that really a bad thing? They have a decent draft beer selection, my date had Sam Summer and I had the 30 minute Flying Fish. The waiter brought our drinks quickly, moved on. We ordered the buffalo chicken spring rolls and a half order of ribs for dinner and split them. The ribs were fall off the bone tender, and delicious. The sauce was sticky but not sweet. The spring rolls were cooked perfectly and crisp. A perfect selection.
(4)Ashley D.
I ate at Hudson Tavern last night for my friend's surprise 30th birthday party and couldn't have been more impressed. The service was stellar and the food was definitely a step above your average bar food while still being reasonably priced. I ordered their goat cheese and spinach salad which was delicious but enjoyed bites of other people's indulgent meals such as the truffle mac and cheese, quesadilla, and bbq sandwich that comes on a cornbread bun!
(4)Michelle L.
Hudson Tavern is right across the street from my apartment. We waited years for it to open and man, were we disappointed. I must have gone here five times since it opened (hoping for a better experience each time, but unfortunately it never happened) and not once have they ever gotten our order right. Never in those five or so times was I able to eat with the person I was dining with because someone's food was brought out incorrectly and needed to be sent back. It didn't matter if it was brunch or dinner, a weekday or weekend, this place just couldn't get it right. Their menu has expanded since opening and some of the food seems tasty, but we have never been able to enjoy it. I do recommend their egg sandwich - it's good. Their fish is not very fresh. I had the crab cake and it was awful...smelled fishy and seemed to have gone bad. The bar crowd is mixed, but at dinner and brunch, you'll like find a decent amount of families here. On a side note, the circular bar, while aesthetically pleasing, leaves little room for people to hang by the bar when crowded.
(2)David D.
Had a nice lunch at the bar. The bartender with the piercings was great ! Super nice and super helpful.
(3)Sarab T.
I went here to give it a 2nd chance and thought the food was fantastic but service was absolutely terrible. The waitress took forever to come by.. Then forever for our main meal after apps... She never asked how our meal was... And took forever to bring the check at the end... 5 for food... 1 for service
(3)Abel A.
Had brunch with the family and found it to pretty scrumptious. The steak and eggs certainly hit the spot and their Hollandaise sauce clogs arteries with the best of them. My mom thought the sweet potato fries were a little on the burnt end, but I found them to be just fine. I think she just likes them better when she makes them. The beer selection included a great diversity of bottles and they have Lagunitas IPA and Dogfish Head 60-Minute IPA on tap. The beer prices are regular for Hoboken. Their Sunday special is Guinness-battered fish and chips with a beer of choice, but the only start serving that after 5, which broke my heart. Will have to return for that. Maybe some IPA. Definitely some IPA.
(3)Sherry Z.
The restaurant was renovated from the other old famous one "Lady Jane's". The bar was kept as the original which is a master piece. The decor of the place is very classic. The food was delicious and the beer selection could be one of the best in the town. Cheese Steak Sandwich is incredible.
(4)Jason R.
Ok. So i've eaten at Hudson Tavern a few times. Pros: The Burger i had last year was memorable - maybe one of the best in town. The St. Louis Ribs are awesome - best around, period, the end. Cons: The place is dark...cold....there's just a vibe that is not very warm/friendly. One dish i had was inedible (some kind of crabcake over aioli, don't even know if it's still on the menu). But it was rank. And the last time i ate there, i was screwed out of a free drink (supposed to come with the Rib Special, but i was charged separately for both beers i ordered, and my check actually said "Rib Special w/ No Drink" and i was charged the full price of the special. Even though i ordered 2 beers. Go figure.
(3)Vivian R.
Best bruschetta in town!!
(5)Vanessa K.
Not your average pub/tavern fare. Real food, with real prices. Ha. Entrees range from 15-28, and there are no chicken tenders or fish and chips. The portions are HUGE. Had the pork milanese and shared it with the boy. There is no way any one person could have eaten the whole thing. The truffle mac and cheese was truly amazing. Piping hot out of a ramekin, with a nice bread crumb topping.
(3)Jeanne C.
Horrible, greasy food. Only really went there to catch the Giants game because Touching Point had an hour wait. The omelette was disgusting and the home fries were full of oil and grease. Fail.
(1)Andrew F.
Went this past Saturday night to meet up with my out-of-town relatives. I called ahead to make a reservation and the hostess was very helpful in accommodating us, even after I called back and said we'd be an hour late! Anyway, we weren't looking to have a full fledged dinner and luckily the menu had some options for us. I had heard about the ribs so I decided to order a half-rack to try. Everyone else ordered sandwiches. Our water was always full while we were waiting, but I can't help but think we were forgotten about momentarily? Luckily, soon after the thought popped into our heads our food was being placed before us. The ribs were very nicely cooked, probably too fall-off-the-bone for some people, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. The only thing I could say is maybe too much bbq sauce slathered on top, but I'm not about to get picky after having been so pleasantly surprised by the large portion size and reasonable price of the ribs. A real winning combination in my book! Sweet potato fries were good too. Definitely going to have to try it out for brunch some time.
(4)William N.
I ate in the dining room with my parents so this review doesn't take bar atmosphere into consideration. The waitress was lovely, knowledgable, and attentive. The atmosphere in the back was warm and pleasant. And the food was quite good. Only not a five-star because it was a little pricy for the portion sizes.
(4)Haley B.
Went here for a drink with a friend of mine. It wasn't great and it wasn't bad. Beers were about $6 each and they were stocking some fall seasonal brews. The crowd was alright. Definitely older than the crew downtown, but still only late 20's to early 30's for the most part. We enjoyed ourselves, but we didn't stay too long.
(3)Andrea D.
Meeehhh...had the perogie's and nachos. The prices were good, the food just okay. I wouldn't think the perogie's would have been rubbery reheated yuckiness....they were reheated plasticish stuff. No Bueno. The chili on the nachos was weird. This drink didn't have enough ice. The bartender was awesome. I think it was the only good think about my time spent there.
(2)ND F.
Awesome beer list and the skirt steak is probably one of the best I ever had. Perfectly cooked! Overall great experience. Would definently go back next time I'm uptown in Hoboken.
(4)Hoboken B.
Yum. Yum. Yum. Just got back from boys' night at the Hudson Tavern. Ribs on special were absolutely fantastic. $10.95 including excellent sweet potato fries and a beer! It reminds of a broken drumstick, you can't beat it! We had good service and did I mention that the ribs were easily the best I have ever had in Hoboken? (not that it means much) They fell off the bone, were not very fatty, were slathered in an extremely tasty sauce, and were a very good portion. I will go back for other food here, this was great. And cheap! Who doesn't like a bargain?
(4)A C.
I stopped in here for lunch with five other people. The service was terrible, the place and plates/silverware were generally dirty, and the food was subpar. Out of the six of us, only one person enjoyed their meal. Even though the place was deserted, we were left with empty drinks for a long time. Most of the staff stood around and talked to each other. I would suggest going just about anyplace else.
(1)Alison C.
Picture it - two indecisive foodie chicks trying to decide on a restaurant for a Friday night dinner in our neighborhood. While one of us had enjoyed a large sushi lunch and was in search of a Cuban dinner, the other was craving Asian cuisine and had plans to eat Spanish the following evening. Between the two of us, we had ruled out Thai, Indian, Chinese, Malaysian, Japanese, Cuban, Spanish, and Mexican, leaving few remaining options. We decided to go for some good old American food. However, even that made for a complicated decision. Did we opt for the recently opened Hudson Tavern or stick to The Madison or City Bistro, which we had already established positive feelings towards? After some additional deliberation, we chose to try something new. I had once grabbed a quick drink at this expansive bar, but found the scene a bit older and more low-key than I had been looking for at the time. I was optimistic about sampling the dinner menu, though. My friend and I met at the hostess stand and were given our next choice for the evening - Should we sit in the bar area or the quiet dining room? Of course, there was the obligatory mutual glance before our collective response. Though we told the host that we wanted to chat, he took that to mean we should sit in the louder bar section. We were seated at a cozy wooden booth and just went along with it. We reviewed the upscale bar menu with its list of salads, sandwiches, and entrees. As we pondered what would hopefully be the last serious debate of the evening, the busboy delivered some dry, bland Italian bread. A fragrant, garlicky olive oil was the only solution for salvaging the snack. Also, the bread was oddly served two slices per person on individual small plates rather than in the standard basket. Though our first few bites left us bored, we salivated at the prospect of our impending Portobello Sandwiches. While my friend received hers on ciabatta bread, which was apparently much better than our starting slices, I was able to substitute for a wrap. The large, grilled mushroom slices were packaged with tomato, fresh mozzarella, and a basil pesto herbed balsamic vinaigrette. The earthy sandwich was absolutely delicious! We also both loved that we could get a salad on the side rather than French fries. So, after a night of lengthy, unnecessary decision-making, we wound up making the right choice. However, this could also be seen as a catch-22, since now we have yet another restaurant option to consider when planning our next meal!
(4)Seth H.
Good food and a nice atmosphere for a night at the bar or a quiet dinner (the place is pretty big). The food is a little too expensive, though...$22 for penne w chicken and sausage?
(4)Sachin K.
We ordered a variety of things for brunch. The one plate that stood out was the buffalo wings. Simple, classic, but great! Good waffles, omelets and home fries too.
(4)Maricel T.
A bit pricey but a nice atmosphere for a dinner/group date. Their appetizers are on point. The group I went with ordered the mussels in white wine sauce and oysters. Dinner entree, not really. My fish smelled too fishy and was over cooked and a tad dry. Their molten lava cake for dessert was one of the best I've had.
(3)Meghan T.
The food here is good, as evidenced by the fact that I went twice in less than 24 hours. I got the tavern dip sandwich for dinner and the eggs benedict for brunch. The vibe is decent. Overall a pretty solid bar & grill.
(4)M T.
Decent. Really took a downturn after the original managers left. Stopped going after too many negative experiences with the staff. They do have solid food and it is a good place to sit outside and people watch. Better options are available though.
(2)Tiago R.
Food was not as good as it sounded on the menu and not worth the price, I knew their price range so that wouldn't bother me if it tasted good. Service wasn't bad but not attentive enough, after I clearly gave signs that the food was not good the waitress never made any move to find out why or try to fix the situation. Unfortunately to me I don't like to complain and so I left disappointed overall.
(1)Joseph C.
Went here just for a quick bite while my wife was at a shower around the corner! Everything was OK my burger was good but just way too well done. service was nice. unfortunately there are 100s of other places to visit in hoboken. For me to want to frequent a place around there the place must be great!
(3)Timothy M.
Dinner Saturday night, the 18th. A good selection. Well prepared. Good service. A good choice. We will be back...
(4)Advocate Q.
The Hudson Tavern opened within the last year on my street and I've eaten there several times since. The bar is new and definitely not a dive like some of the ones downtown. They have Chimay on tap, which is a huge plus in my book. The weekly specials are excellent as well. On Monday nights (for Football), they have really cheap wings (25 cents each). Their wings are some of the best in Hoboken. They come in two varieties: Sriracha-BBQ and Buffalo. For your information, Sriracha is a thai chili paste typically found in a clear bottle with a picture of a rooster on it (you may have seen it at the grocery store). The combination of the chili and the BBQ, plus the good job Hudson Tavern does at frying the wings just right, make them extra good.
(4)richard p.
What a disappointment ! Waited months for this to open, as there are not many eating choices on North end of Hoboken. Went 1 month after the restaurant opened -- waited 15 minutes at hostess stand and no one asked if they could help us. Bar was super crowded and noisy. Finally seated -- cramped eating area. Waiter never showed. Had to ask again for attention. Food came - very small portions at outrageous prices. I can deal with small portions if they are exceptional, but not even that. Stopped by Molfettas Pizza on Washington just to not go home hungry. Save your money -- City Bistro and even Liberty have better food at reasonable prices.
(2)redge c.
The Tavern has a nice space, the clientèle you'd expect at the north end of Washington, and reasonable food (lobster special, salmon, burger). The service that our party received however, was barely acceptable. Having said that, if I lived in the neighborhood, probably not a bad place to stop in for a pint.
(2)Jonathan M.
When you really don't have a specific craving for any particular type of food, I'm always a fan of choosing Hudson Tavern. Their menu is extremely diverse, so you can definitely find something to eat. Salads, Cheesesteaks, Reubens, BBQ Chicken/Ribs, Pastas, Stir Fry, Seafood, Macaroni & Cheese, Pot Pie, Duck, Steaks... I'm not even going to get into the varieties. If you tend to be indecisive, BEWARE, as everything on the menu sounds very appetizing so it may take a while to actually decide on what to order. I will be back again, and again.
(4)Ian S.
Great drinks, good beer selection (i.e. not all IPA's), but the highlight, every time are the buffalo chicken egg rolls. They are amazing. Place makes a damn fine old fashioned, and has good vantage of their tv's from almost anywhere you sit.
(4)Mark B.
We came back for dinner and had a very enjoyable meal. Food: The portions are large and the food is tasty! We had a salad, a sandwich, and the ribs. Everything came out hot and fresh and tasted great. If we're looking for something a bit different one night, I'd come back.
(4)Catherine d.
Food was good the chicken in the grilled chicken could've had a little more seasoning. Cheese steak was great, I substituted the "chedder sauce" with mozzerella cheese I pictured the nacho cheese sauce from the movies so I decided to be safe. My waitress was attentive and friendly. Aside from the food the male employees looked like they're getting paid to stand around lol we laughed at that the whole time. Owner should cut down on the employees during slow hours.
(3)Melissa R.
Hudson Tavern was always one of my favorite places in Hoboken. I even had my 30th Birthday there. We went home to visit family and decided to have dinner there with my family on a very busy Saturday night. Everything was fantastic. I had a Cajun marinated steak which was cooked perfectly. My husband ordered the truffle mac & cheese along with the kabobs, which were also wonderful. Will definitely be back in August when we are up North again.
(4)Sandra B.
I got kicked out of this place, let's get that part out of the way... 3.5 stars. Bar area feels right. Spacious with warm low lighting, brass and dark wood. A few big TVs. The side dining room had bad feng shui and the bathroom gave me the creeps. Stick with the bar. Food is upscale bar fare. The wings were awesome. Lots of meat on those bones. The bar pie looked pretty lame, but the sauce was really well seasoned and the crust crispy. Surprisingly good. A few in my crew ordered salads, sandwiches, and a dope looking chicken entree. Thumbs up all around. They have a long beer list of boring beers with maybe 2 decent selections - pet peeve of mine. Does a place really need to carry bud light and coors light and miller light? Seems redundant. Put an Ommegang three philosophers on there; live a little. They also had a cocktail list circa 1999. Am I correct in assuming that no one drinks appletinis anymore? But they do atone by offering an impressive selection of bourbons, whiskeys, scotches, and ryes. Okay, that's the official review. If you want to hear about how my friends and I got kicked out, keep reading... Giants vs Dallas Sunday late game. I arrived at 8, but my friends got there for the 4pm games. We were 10 deep, and there were about 10 other people total in the establishment. A mix of giants and Dallas fans with heated fantasy battles that included witten, obj, romo, and the Dallas defense, this game was as high stakes as it gets for my crew. We cheered for the opening kick off, and the security guard warned us to quiet down. Not a promising start. My girl approached the manager explaining that we were going to cheer and, if it was an issue, we would prefer to leave before some folks ordered food, got more drinks, etc. Manager assured us no problem. Then OBJ had the best catch in the history of football. This is where things went downhill. My friend, let's call him double captain guy, and his boy from upstate New York, let's call him fireball guy, got VERY exhuberant. There were high fives to the tables behind us, several excessively loud screams, pounding on the bar. Four older gentleman seated at a table near us found the antics highly entertaining. The other patrons were not amused. Death stares would be the official term. Things settled a bit. Then Witten scored and more tomfoolery commenced. Fireball guy's wife started screeching like a banshee that she had him on her fantasy team, while the rest of the crew booed and cursed loudly. One of the regulars got the ear of the owner, and he asked us to please settle down until the kitchen closed. Not an unreasonable request, but when you have people who have been drinking for 6 hours and spending lots of money in your establishment, often reason is lost on them. So, when we could not comply, we were asked to leave. What can I say? I keep it classy. I gave Hudson Tavern the extra half a star because I felt they handled the situation very well. I understand that just because there are TVs, it doesn't mean the place is a sports bar. They did their best to balance the needs and accommodate all of their customers, even though my group put them in a tough spot. I was impressed with their professionalism and would definitely come back. I'll try not to act like a hooligan next time (try being the operative word). Cheers!
(4)ashleigh s.
Last week I had the pleasure of being served by an amazing bartender. Her name is Nikki and she witty, personable and quick. She made me a perfect old fashioned while multitasking and taking care of a full bar with ease. I only had intentions of coming in for a night cap, but I ended up staying for three. Oops!
(5)James K.
I've been to Hudson Tavern three times since moving to Hoboken - twice for dinner and once for Saturday brunch. There's a bar in the center of the restaurant, but it's rarely crowded. It's an older scene that some of the other bars in the neighborhood - mostly people in their 30's and 40's, and you'll also see some families. Hudson Tavern's menu has everything from salads, pasta dishes, burgers, sandwiches and several entrees. In my opinion, the food is just average and the service can be spotty at times. I think it's only been open for a few months, so maybe it just needs time to get into the groove of things. Right now I prefer 10th and Willow, Madison's, Citi Bistro to Hudson Tavern.
(2)Brian G.
This is a good neighborhood bar. The food is solid. The burger is hearty and will fill you up. The Tavern Dip is really good. Try it with blue cheese. They have 2 types of chicken wings, traditional buffalo style and a sort of Asian BBQ style. The wait staff are all very courteous and friendly as are the bartenders.
(4)A G.
I loved this restaurant the 1st 2 times I went which was probably back during Spring and Summer 2010. I got the bbq chicken sandwich on cornbread and a vegetarian sandwich. Over the past 2 months I've gone twice and I was quite disappointed except for the delicious salad with goat cheese. The small was a huge portion and definitely the highlight of the meal. Stay away from the sliders and the white pizza!!!!! I'll give it another try, but you have to be careful what you order.
(2)River J.
Hudson Tavern consistently has good food. I tend to think of it as "high end bar food." The bar-b-q chicken sandwich and quesadilla are always good choices. It's casual, but a nice atmosphere. Drink specials from 5-7 are a good deal, but you have to be physically sitting at the bar (the last time I checked). Sitting at a table in the bar area doesn't qualify for the specials. It can get a little loud on Thursday and Friday nights, but has never disappointed as a good choice.
(4)Matthew D.
Well-done b&g basics and some very nice, sophisticated accents on top of that. Cheeseburger is to die for...
(4)Felicia A.
My husband, mother in law, and brother in law went here one night for dinner about a month ago. I have to say I had a bit higher expectations for this place, but they didn't meet them. I ordered the skirt steak with crispy onions as garnish, but there were so many onions that you could hardly see how much steak one got, and there wasn't much for the price. The others ordred the lobster meal and another a seafood pasta. We all ordered dessert, but shared. We ordered a tiramisu, which was nothing like. It was like a scone crumbled up which should really contain lady fingers soaked in espresso. And uh...there was way too much sugar since they obviously used pre-made ingredients. They added more sugar sprinkled on top, which was odd, as one would think a light dusting of cocoa would be appropriate. Anyone who's had Tiramisu knows what it should taste and look like. Yep. Anyways, I would say you're safe with going here for a burger and fries, drinks, but not much else. I still have yet to find a restaurant here in Hoboken that actually serves a decent meal consistently that's not fast food!
(2)liz b.
Hudson Tavern has a great wine list and an interesting twist to bar food. It's a place I am excited to bring my NYC friends when they visit Hoboken.
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