Taqueria Downtown is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

1. Taqueria Downtown

9.0
236 Grove St (at Grand St), Jersey City, NJ
Taco Restaurant · Van Vorst Park · 236 tips and reviews

Macrina S.Macrina Sheridan: It was hard to find good Mexican food on the East coast after living in CA but their food here is authentic, delicious and cheap. Get the fish tacos!

Daniel S.Daniel Salcedo: Great authentic tacos in jersey city. Fish tacos and pork tacos are the best.

Alexa Jane B.Alexa Jane Brooks: Cozy and authentic. Pork tacos were the best I've had in a long time. Don't forget a side of guac!

Taqueria Mi Mariachi is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

2. Taqueria Mi Mariachi

9.2
213 Sip Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Mexican Restaurant · West Side · 13 tips and reviews

Nick K.Nick K: Everything is authentic and delicious

Greg B.Greg Battle: Unknown gem of a place. Delicious, authentic, no-nonsense taqueria, with all the attention of a loving abuela!

Daniel R.Daniel Rodriguez: Love all of it. Of you want to experience authentic Mexica food, this is the place to go in Jersey City. They even added more tables to it.

Roman Nose is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

3. Roman Nose

8.7
125 Newark Ave (at Grove Street), Jersey City, NJ
Italian Restaurant · Harsimus · 105 tips and reviews

Courtney WCourtney W: Incredible authentic Italian food. I've had the meatball sangweech and the rigatoni with meat sauce and I've been impressed both times.

TanyaTanya: It's Italian in that the food is authentic, the employees are welcoming, and the service is slow. Pizza is amazing.

Jacky A.Jacky A: The Zucca (butternut squash) pizza was absolutely delicious. Unlike any artisanal pizza I've ever tried. Also try their authentic gelati- rich, creamy and so tasty!

Ahri's Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

4. Ahri's Kitchen

7.6
227 7th St (at Erie St), Jersey City, NJ
Korean Restaurant · Hamilton Park · 23 tips and reviews

Vineet S.Vineet Shah: Casual authentic Korean. Solid bulgogi bibimbop.

Dina R.Dina Rughani: The jeyook dupbop (spicy pork shoulder) is delicious. Everything else we have tried has also been very good. The staff is very friendly and prices are reasonable. Everything feels very authentic.

Igal G.Igal Ghitelman: Authentic little Korean spot

Dolma is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

5. Dolma

8.9
270 Grand Street (Bright Street), Jersey City, NJ
Middle Eastern Restaurant · Van Vorst Park · 30 tips and reviews

Diane C.Diane Cimine: Fab new addition to the neighborhood. Super fresh, beautifully seasoned authentic Turkish food. Yum!

Jocelyn K.Jocelyn Kolkin: Turkish poached eggs and salmon was delicious- will definitely be coming back!

Djaniella D.Djaniella D.: Lamb chops are hands down mouthwatering - beautiful presentation & delicious! Also, impressively quick service.

Thanh Huong Vietnamese Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

6. Thanh Huong Vietnamese Restaurant

8.3
533 W Side Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Vietnamese Restaurant · West Side · 21 tips and reviews

Eaters H.Eaters Heaven: #14 Xtra large beef combo Pho&Ice coffee. Pho was AMAZING. Authentic, aromatic, rich in flavor&serious home cooked flavor. Huong is sweet&welcoming. Come for the food not the decor. Best Pho in NJ!

Suzy T.Suzy Tran: Authentic Vietnamese 🤌🏼 the pho dac biet and bun bo hue!

Mark N.Mark Nguyen: Bun Bo Hue is the best!

O'LaLa Empanadas is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

7. O'LaLa Empanadas

8.8
600 Communipaw Avenue (Martin Luther King Blvd.), Jersey City, NJ
Latin American Restaurant · Bergen - Lafayette · 7 tips and reviews

Soo Y.Soo Yoo: Delicious steaming hot yellow rice with chicken and classic empanadas. Authentic Latin food/gem of a place! (For pickup).

Drew J.Drew Jennings: I've tried most of their empanada varieties, and I always go back to the traditional chicken. Those are the best, followed by the other traditional varieties. Such nice people, too!

Mercy C.Mercy C: Everything!

Madame Claude Bis is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

8. Madame Claude Bis

8.4
390 4th St, Jersey City, NJ
French Restaurant · Historic Downtown · 18 tips and reviews

Soo Y.Soo Yoo: The menu is authentic French! Great decor. Amazing gypsy jazz (the Manouche Bag band) on Tuesdays and Thursdays! One of my favorite places in JC.

N A.N Avedis: I came here on two different occasions, and both times loved everything. One of the nicest French places in NJ.

Sherri R.Sherri Rase: Yummy Eggs Benedict with Duck Breast!

Saigon Cafe is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

9. Saigon Cafe

8.4
188 Newark Ave (Jersey Ave.), Jersey City, NJ
Vietnamese Restaurant · Harsimus · 40 tips and reviews

val b.val braverman: Thai coconut chicken curry soup is authentic and one of the best meals I've had in this city.

Jessy V.Jessy Vasquez: Cute cozy spot with friendly service and more importantly delicious food. Had the Beef Pho and it perfectly hit the spot. The Mung bean dessert balls was new for me, but very tasty but not too sweet.

BetsyReyBetsyRey: Try the summer rolls -- light & delish!

Philippine Bread House is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

10. Philippine Bread House

8.7
530 Newark Ave (btw Baldwin Av. & McPherson Pl), Jersey City, NJ
Bakery · Journal Square · 22 tips and reviews

KneeTherapistKneeTherapist: It's not obvious but there is authentic Filipino food in the back

Cesar A.Cesar A: Love their $1 bread so soft and delicious

Roderick A.Roderick Ante: get fresh pan de Sal right out of the oven. Also has the best ensaymada.

Rizzo's Bakery is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

11. Rizzo's Bakery

8.3
208 Central Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Italian Restaurant · The Heights · 16 tips and reviews

ivan o.ivan ortiz: Rizzo's Bakery has some really authentic, tasty slices of pizza. You should definitely check it out if you get the chance. =)Ivan

Nicky J.Nicky Jaaamz: Chicken Pizza Is Awesome!!!!! Authentic Italia! Pastries are scrumptious! Mmm mmm good :)

Sacha M.Sacha Mohabeer: They make really yummy cappuccinos!

Zeppelin Hall Biergarten is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

12. Zeppelin Hall Biergarten

8.1
88 Liberty View Dr, Jersey City, NJ
Beer Garden · The Waterfront · 226 tips and reviews

Bastian H.Bastian Huck: wohaa, here we go: a real German Biergarten with authentic beers and food! Try the pork from big grill :) and any Munich beer with it.

Matt A.Matt Arizin: Food is good, authentic

Glen B.Glen Bischoff: Their burger is massive but pretty good. Love the giant Belgium pretzel as well. Best in the spring/summer when the massive outdoor area is usable.

Modcup Cafe is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

13. Modcup Cafe

8.9
479 Palisade Ave (btwn Bowers & Griffith St), Jersey City, NJ
Coffee Shop · The Heights · 42 tips and reviews

Matthew H.Matthew Hartsough: Best espresso I've had in the area. Ever

Michelle W.Michelle Weber: Do you like your chai spicy? You must come here. The coffee is also killer -- best in JC.

ErikErik: The best cup in town uncontested, but where they really shine is service. All the staff are friendly and personal with superb taste in music. Sit back, relax, and catch some tunes and caffeine.

Rumi Turkish Grill is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

14. Rumi Turkish Grill

7.6
60 Sussex St (at Greene St), Jersey City, NJ
Turkish Restaurant · Paulus Hook · 34 tips and reviews

Justin H.Justin Howley: Great authentic Turkish food. Manti is a must have!

xelsterxelster: Nice authentic turkish place. Lamb shish kebab is perfect and make sure to try homemade ayran.

Ayesha A.Ayesha Ahmad: Wow! This place rocks. The kebab plates are delicious. Cannot go wrong. Wish I'd ordered more.

Short Grain is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Jersey City.

15. Short Grain

8.6
183 Montgomery St (Marin Boulevard), Jersey City, NJ
Café · Van Vorst Park · 45 tips and reviews

Gene S.Gene Super: Avocado toast with poached egg is great, roasted cauliflower is amazing as well. Lemon ricotta hot cakes for dessert. Vietnamese coffee a must.

robin m.robin monheit: Addicted to the Vietnamese cold brews here. $$, but what a treat.

Amy J.Amy Johnson Cook: Love the cold brew. Thrilled to have a place serving Counter Culture in the neighborhood.