By Tamara Thompson
From shopping malls to theaters and museums, Jersey City's ideal location on the Hudson River and close proximity to
New York City has contributed to the development of an endless list of things to do. Known for its variety, Jersey City, New Jersey offers restaurants as diverse as its community from Mexican, Chinese to Mediterranean cuisines. Baja, voted one of "The Best Restaurants In America: Where The Locals Eat," Liberty House and the Light Horse Tavern are just a few restaurants to visit while in Jersey City.
Light Horse Tavern
The Light Horse Tavern's menu includes weekly specials such as grilled main lobster, pan roasted scallops, Maryland crab cakes and lamb shanks. The restaurant's decor surrounded by ornate iron/mahogany railings features wide plank flooring, brick fireplace and a mahogany bar.
Light Horse Tavern
199 Washington St.
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 946-2028
lighthorsetavern.com
Liberty House
Liberty House restaurant's menu is primarily seafood, including an assortment of clams, oysters, crayfish and mussels. As you appreciate the restaurant's decor, enjoy the 10-foot raw bar and sushi station. For an event, choose from the grand ballroom, the liberty room and the gallery. All offer their own special qualities from skyline views to a wraparound open-air terrace perfect for entertaining.
Liberty House Restaurant
82 Audrey Zapp Drive
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(201) 395-0385
libertyhouserestaurant.com
Baja
At Baja, enjoy a variety of Mexican grill combinations such as seafood burritos, enchilada de Baja and escaveche de camarones. Baja is a nice place for meetings, luncheons or holiday parties, offering margaritas and classic sangria. Baja is open seven days a week. Baja can accommodate private parties of up to 60 people in their mezzanine banquet room, or a gathering of 200 in the restaurant.
Baja
117 Montgomery St.
Jersey City, NJ 07302-3616
(201) 915-0062
bajamexicancuisine.com
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About the Author:
Tamara Thompson has been an Internet content writer since 1999. Her work includes copy for email campaigns, articles and sales advertisements. She is also a reading tutor and enjoys building solid reading foundations in children. She has been featured on eHow. Thompson holds a Bachelor of Arts in graphic design from Savannah College of Art & Design.
