Just Friends Cafe — Restaurant in Jersey City

Jus Friends is an excellent restaurant hidden in downtown New Jersey. Only people who have been there and have had the opportunity to experience it, a calm atmosphere with an Italian touch that embodies it with its surroundings and a selection of very high-quality pastas. In general, I loved the calamari, a perfect and delicate crispiness; the short rib, which melted like Minecraft meat with a perfect, pillowy texture and a sauce that makes the meat's flavor more intense; and finally, the spacy lemon roasted chicken, which is a delicacy. It's truly an excellent place to share with family, friends, or your partner. One of my favorite places. Uuuuf! And the side dishes with butter they offer when you sit down at the table are a delight: soft and fluffy with a butter that, when mixed, creates a very nice interplay of flavors. I...

Very pleasantly surprised by this place! Then I found out the chef is the chef from Emma's and it made more sense :)

The lobster ravioli with spicy vodka sauce was delicious. The crab cake was hearty & not stuffed with bread crumbs, yay!

The bread pudding was moist, warm and came with ice cream.

We sat outside which we enjoyed, but there are only tables for 2. I wish the inside was a little brighter - it feels a little too cozy, & the TV screens make it feel a little strange.

Ambience aside, the food was delicious, the service was very attentive & friendly, and the establishment is BYOB which is nice. They also had a great selection of non alcoholic beverages which I really appreciated. Cost was ~$45pp for 2 pastas & a dessert.

We'll be back soon!

PS- the bread is a play on Yorkshire...

Just Friends Café in Jersey City is an absolute gem. The bread alone could’ve been the whole meal soft, buttery, and paired with herb butter that set the tone perfectly. The Just 2 Meatballs, made with beef, pork, and veal, were incredibly juicy and seasoned to perfection. The jumbo potato gnocchi with shrimp and mushrooms in a spicy Italian sauce was a true standout and instantly became a favorite. The crispy chicken sandwich with parmesan truffle fries was indulgent in the best way, and the lobster ravioli was fresh and cooked flawlessly. I also love that it’s BYOB, which makes the experience even better. On top of the amazing food, the Rat Pack–themed atmosphere and dog-friendly outside porch make this spot unique and...