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Start with the calamari
The coating's crisp, and it's the appetizer we'd put on your table first.
Chilaquiles for breakfast
We serve breakfast, and the chilaquiles are the plate to get. French toast and avocado toast are on the morning menu too.
From the kitchen
Save room for the cannoli
It's how we'd finish dinner.
Bring your own bottle
We're BYOB, and there's a liquor store right across the street. When the weather's nice, ask for a table outside by the flower planters and umbrellas.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are your most popular dishes?
Central Bistro is known for casual American fare with a Mexican-style streak. Our most popular dishes include:
- Fried Calamari: Golden-fried calamari comes with a choice of sweet, medium or hot dipping sauce.
- Bistro Nachos (Steak): Tortilla chips are piled with grilled steak, black beans, pico de gallo, melted Monterey Jack and cheddar, guacamole, and sour cream.
- Steak Tacos: Soft tortillas hold grilled steak and fresh toppings, cooked to the guest's preferred temperature.
- Crispy Chicken Wings: Wings are fried crisp and tossed in a choice of Asian BBQ or Buffalo sauce, with blue cheese dressing on the side.
- Philly Cheesesteak: Thinly sliced steak, grilled onions and melted cheese fill a hoagie roll, served with a choice of side.
- Oaxaca Torta: A Mexican-style sandwich with crispy fried chicken, chipotle mayo, black beans, avocado, and jalapeños, served with a choice of side.
Check out our full menu.
What are you known for?
We’re known for Italian favorites, American comfort food, seafood, tacos, and hearty brunch dishes in Jersey City, from pancakes to eggs Benedict.
- American Food: American comfort food brings together burgers, cheesesteaks, crispy wings, crab cakes, and hearty breakfast classics. Examples include Bistro Burger, Philly Cheesesteak, Crispy Chicken Wings, Crab Cakes, Classic Eggs Benedict, and Bistro Pancakes.
- Vegetarian Food: Vegetarian options span vegetable sides, salads, grain bowls, cheese dishes, and sweet or savory breakfast plates. Examples include Sautéed Broccoli Rabe, Burrata, Veggie Burger, Grain Bowl, Potato & Goat Cheese Pierogies, and Brioche French Toast.
- Breakfast: Breakfast balances pancakes and brioche French toast with omelettes, avocado toast, steak and eggs, and several eggs Benedict variations. Examples include Bistro Pancakes, Brioche French Toast, Bistro Omelette, Avocado Toast, Steak & Eggs, and Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict.
- Brunch: Sweet brunch plates meet savory burritos and eggs Benedict featuring crab cakes, smoked salmon, or filet. Examples include Brioche French Toast, Bistro Pancakes, Brunch Burrito, Crab Cakes Eggs Benedict, Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict, and Filet Eggs Benedict.
- Mexican Food: Mexican dishes include seafood and meat tacos, steak or chicken nachos, guacamole with chips, and a brunch burrito. Examples include Guacamole & Chips, East LA Fish Tacos, Shrimp Tacos, Bistro Nachos (Steak), Bistro Nachos (Chicken), and Brunch Burrito.
Additionally, explore Sandwiches, Seafood, Salads, Chicken, Drinks, Italian Food, Tacos, Juices, and Burgers.
Do you offer delivery & takeout?
Yes, we offer Takeout
Do you offer catering?
Yes! Central Bistro offers catering for parties, office lunches, family gatherings, and other events.
Visit our catering page for more information.
What payment methods do you accept?
When you order online, we accept credit cards (Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover), Apple Pay, and Google Pay.
Services & amenities
Is there parking nearby? Yes, there is parking nearby.
Do you have outdoor seating? Yes, we have outdoor seating.
Is your restaurant wheelchair accessible? Yes, our restaurant is wheelchair accessible.
Can you accommodate large groups? Yes, we can accommodate large groups.
What areas do you serve?
We serve the following areas: Jersey City, Hoboken, Union City, Newark, Weehawken, Secaucus, North Bergen, West New York, New Durham, Kearny, Guttenberg, Western Slope, Lyndhurst, Babbitt, North Arlington, Hudson Heights, Marion Section, Journal Square, Manhattan, and East Rutherford.
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