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Brightside Tavern

Brightside Tavern

American Restaurant and Bar$$$$
Van Vorst Park, Jersey City
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    Mike L.
    "Say hello to Tommy if you see him and order a duck burger!"(3 Tips)
    Jonathan R.
    "SHRIMP PIZZA AND CAJUN PASTA WERE SIMPLY AMAZING!!!!!"(2 Tips)
    Rene D.
    "Texas burger & pulled pork sandwich are absolutely delicious."(8 Tips)
    Michelle Z.
    "Mondays So Fun!! There's a Great Jazz Trio playing starting at 8pm."(5 Tips)
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  • Vineet S.heart icon on user image
    Vineet ShahMarch 31, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    A true neighborhood gem. Great food and drinks, and friendly staff. Come on Monday evenings between 8pm-midnight to catch some live jazz.
  • Michael I.
    Michael IdellNovember 28, 2013
    Any awesome joint for drinks, dinner and entertainment!!!! If anyone would like to meet a great down to earth individual, ask to speak with the owner! This will be my local hang out!
  • cheryl l.heart icon on user image
    cheryl luseMarch 30, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Monday nights - when local jazz musicians come into jam - are the best! They start slow and get better as the night goes on. Look for Andrea - jazz flautist - she is amazing.
  • Warren D.heart icon on user image
    Warren DorseyMay 17, 2012
    Brunch is great. The Sausage Gravy and Biscuits, the Pancakes and the French toast were awesome. Great staff and the owner is outstanding.
  • Michelle Z.heart icon on user image
    Michelle ZangaraSeptember 26, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Mondays So Fun!! There's a Great Jazz Trio playing starting at 8pm. It's the Most Fun! The Food is Divine and The Service is Excellent! ❤️
  • Jonathan P.
    Jonathan PitreAugust 28, 2013
    Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month there is a Latin Night with a free salsa/bachata dance lesson from 8-9. Nice atmosphere
  • Holly J.
    Holly JonesJanuary 17, 2017
    $20 brunch includes muffins, entree, and 3 mimosas or bloody Mary's. Very worth it.
  • Mr. Rayheart icon on user image
    Mr. RayAugust 25, 2016
    Absolutely one of our fav spots in JC! Everyone is always friendly, great happy hour and the owner rocks!
  • Snooty Waiter
    Snooty WaiterSeptember 9, 2011
    The cheesecake lollipops are delicious. Say hi to Tommy the owner while you're there. He wants to talk to everyone there and make sure they're having a good time.
  • Denise C.
    Denise CarlonNovember 29, 2011
    Tommy Two-Scoops will have someone drive you to the light rail in the free shuttle. Awesome apps and prices, charming owner. A JC must!
  • Cheryl K.heart icon on user image
    Cheryl KacsmarAugust 29, 2013
    The wings were great. Leon the bartenders me feel like a regular!! He makes an awesome drink too!!
  • Amy J.
    Amy Johnson CookJanuary 5, 2013
    Still finding it niche and Sandy didn't help at all but brunch options are great and the owner is super attentive.
  • Suzette G.
    Suzette GrayApril 20, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Intimate/cozy spot. Staff is friendly as well as the crowd. Great mix
  • George J.
    George JamesFebruary 8, 2015
    Packed. Great spot with awesome food and beer
  • Rene D.
    Rene D'Elia MendesJanuary 12, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Texas burger & pulled pork sandwich are absolutely delicious.
  • Kevin F.heart icon on user image
    Kevin FreemanFebruary 26, 2016
    Atmosphere. Food. Music. Great time!
  • A R.
    A RaoSeptember 11, 2011
    Tried the fish and chips, half rack, and too hot burger, and they were phenomenal . Love the place
  • جاآنآي D.
    جاآنآي DiazJune 1, 2014
    I highly recommend the Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings.
  • Gregory M. B.heart icon on user image
    Gregory M. BrownMarch 13, 2018
    Great food! Great Music!
  • Amanda P.heart icon on user image
    Amazing burgers!!!
  • Stacieheart icon on user image
    StacieDecember 4, 2015
    Loaded tater tots were amazing!
  • Holly J.
    Holly JonesJanuary 17, 2017
    Good looking menu
  • Greg B.heart icon on user image
    Greg BattleJanuary 9, 2017
    Jazz. Monday nights. Get involved.
  • Mike L.heart icon on user image
    Mike LydenMarch 17, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Say hello to Tommy if you see him and order a duck burger!
  • lino b.
    lino brescia™September 29, 2022
    Terrible Service!!! The worst bartending experience ever. All of them were completely lost. No one knew how to work the payment system, they couldn’t competently pour a drink. Wow. Stay away.
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  • Jonathan R.
    Jonathan RodriguezOctober 5, 2011
    SHRIMP PIZZA AND CAJUN PASTA WERE SIMPLY AMAZING!!!!!
  • Deacon H.heart icon on user image
    Deacon HarrisNovember 7, 2015
    Cajun pasta was great
  • Patrick M.
    Patrick MDecember 22, 2014
    Nice spot. Good drinks
  • Henry B.
    Henry BizlanteSeptember 9, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Slammin Penne!! The BBQ sliders are mouth watering also.
  • Krystyna G.
    Krystyna GolebiewskiMarch 27, 2012
    Good food. Service is slow and disorganized- every time. We keep hoping it will improve. Lunch just can't be 2 hours long.
  • Sarah B.
    Sarah BelleFebruary 25, 2012
    Eggplant panini~ very tasty very filling
  • UNOlker
    UNOlkerSeptember 16, 2012
    Bloody Maria was awesome compared the mediocre reg Bloody Mary.
  • Lakisha B.
    Lakisha BrownNovember 21, 2014
    They ight but the barmaids are shady and the owner is a sweetheart... 😉
  • Holly J.
    Holly JonesJanuary 17, 2017
    Hey good looking
  • Marco B.
    Marco BradleyOctober 1, 2011
    The shrimp po boy is an awesome brunch.
  • Lauren C.
    Lauren COctober 1, 2011
    The roasted pear salad was amazing.
  • Stephen R.
    Stephen RichardsAugust 19, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    The bacon and potato app is amazing.
  • Dare L.
    Dare LewisOctober 7, 2011
    The Pastrami Sandwich is so f'ing good.
  • Patrick S.
    Patrick SweeneyOctober 19, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Drink the happy hour wine.. Great deal
  • FranCisco V.heart icon on user image
    FranCisco VegasJanuary 7, 2015
    Happy Birthday Dorian !!
  • Soymilk M.
    Soymilk McCartneyMay 15, 2014
    Dope!!! Spot for real tho
  • Eric F.
    Eric FlemingApril 13, 2015
    Lamb burger
  • Marc C.heart icon on user image
    Marc CollinsJuly 24, 2016
    Enthusiastic, though mediocre service, but food is just alright.
  • Jon F.
    Jon FSeptember 8, 2012
    If it's not a liquid be prepared to wait
  • Krystyna G.
    So we walked in at 12:05, ordered a soup and grilled chicken salad. 40 minutes later still no salad. But the guy that came way after was already eating his burger. Really?!
  • Tom P.
    Tom ParisiSeptember 5, 2011
    Best Burgers in Jersey City!
  • Andy T.
    Andy TejadaNovember 6, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Citrus braised short rib panini?? Hell yeah!!
  • MB G.
    MB GFebruary 24, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Moroccan lamb burger with fries
  • Peter V.
    Peter VaccarelliMay 9, 2012
    I'm in here 40 min. Still didn't get my salad. Have to leave
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