Guidebook for Weehawken
Parks & Nature
For nice walks in the morning and evenings
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Weehawken & Union City Reservoir Park
2100-2198 Palisade AveFor nice walks in the morning and evenings
Great place to people watch and take in the sights of the Iconic NYC skyline!!!
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Parque Hamilton
Hudson PlaceGreat place to people watch and take in the sights of the Iconic NYC skyline!!!
Iconic NYC views and where Lady Liberty lives!
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Statue of Liberty Museum Shop
1 Liberty Island - Ellis IslandIconic NYC views and where Lady Liberty lives!
It's a nice way to walk off a meal, relax and people watch, get out of the city while your in the city or take a walk safely.
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Parque High Line
It's a nice way to walk off a meal, relax and people watch, get out of the city while your in the city or take a walk safely.
Food Scene
Great selection of Beer and true German fare with outdoor seating available.
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Pilsener Haus & Biergarten
1422 Grand StGreat selection of Beer and true German fare with outdoor seating available.
My all time favorite in the city! PRINT Restaurant is among one of the country’s leading restaurants dedicated to seasonal, sustainable cuisine.
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PRINT.
653 11th AvenueMy all time favorite in the city! PRINT Restaurant is among one of the country’s leading restaurants dedicated to seasonal, sustainable cuisine.
*Best for nice weather conditions.
Iconic scene and a hidden gem inside of Central Park. Nice for a quick drink on your way through or after a boat ride!
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The Boathouse Outdoor Bar
*Best for nice weather conditions.
Iconic scene and a hidden gem inside of Central Park. Nice for a quick drink on your way through or after a boat ride!
I'm sure the food is delicious, but the OUT OF THIS WORLD desserts!!! Great ambiance for a memorable experience. Fresh baked Ghiradelli Brownies, Signature Sundaes, Milk Shakes & More!
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Cafe Archetypus
266 Old River RdI'm sure the food is delicious, but the OUT OF THIS WORLD desserts!!! Great ambiance for a memorable experience. Fresh baked Ghiradelli Brownies, Signature Sundaes, Milk Shakes & More!
They bring in the mesquite wood from Texas to smoke the brisket. Ask for the brisket lean, jalapeno sage, smoked turkey ,fried okra, mac-n-cheese and you're in Texas Heaven!!!
Hill Country honors the barbecue and live music capital of Texas and takes its “cue” from the legendary meat-markets-turned- barbecue-joints of Central Texas with their distinctive, dry-rub style. Their Mission is to share their passion for authentic food, music and hospitality inspired by the Hill Country of Texas.
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Hill Country Barbecue Market
30 W 26th StThey bring in the mesquite wood from Texas to smoke the brisket. Ask for the brisket lean, jalapeno sage, smoked turkey ,fried okra, mac-n-cheese and you're in Texas Heaven!!!
Hill Country honors the barbecue and live music capital of Texas and takes its “cue” from the legendary meat-markets-turned- barbecue-joints of Central Texas with their distinctive, dry-rub style. Their Mission is to share their passion for authentic food, music and hospitality inspired by the Hill Country of Texas.
Try the Dutch Baby! So many breakfast options... so little time! =p
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Original Pancake House
15 The PromenadeTry the Dutch Baby! So many breakfast options... so little time! =p
In 2018, New York Magazine named Dirt Candy "The Absolute Best Restaurant on the Lower East Side" and Wine Enthusiast named it one of the 100 Best Wine Restaurants in America.
~Vegetarian Food
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Dirt Candy
86 Allen StIn 2018, New York Magazine named Dirt Candy "The Absolute Best Restaurant on the Lower East Side" and Wine Enthusiast named it one of the 100 Best Wine Restaurants in America.
~Vegetarian Food
Wonderful fish selection, traditional Greek cuisine with an emphasis on fresh seafood. Best to sit inside as smells of the city are unpleasant.
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Avra Madison Estiatorio
14 E 60th StWonderful fish selection, traditional Greek cuisine with an emphasis on fresh seafood. Best to sit inside as smells of the city are unpleasant.
One you can walk to or take a quick Uber 5 minutes away.
Established in 1981, Family owned , the #1 restaurant in Union City. BYOB & Cash Only.
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Casa di Napoli
703 32nd StOne you can walk to or take a quick Uber 5 minutes away.
Established in 1981, Family owned , the #1 restaurant in Union City. BYOB & Cash Only.
Southern favorites for brunch... can you imagine cheddar chive biscuits...DELISH!
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Tipsy Parson
Southern favorites for brunch... can you imagine cheddar chive biscuits...DELISH!
One of the best culinary experiences in the city. Be prepared to spend the big bucks $$$$$ though! Great for a special occasion!
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The Modern
9 W 53rd StOne of the best culinary experiences in the city. Be prepared to spend the big bucks $$$$$ though! Great for a special occasion!
These are scattered throughout the city however the location at Madison Square Park is the best for warm weather! The only fast food we indulge in for a delish cheeseburger, fires and an Abita Root beer!
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Shake Shack
Madison AvenueThese are scattered throughout the city however the location at Madison Square Park is the best for warm weather! The only fast food we indulge in for a delish cheeseburger, fires and an Abita Root beer!
"Pie is good for breakfast" is their motto! But so much more for a great brunch place then walk it off on the Highline! Offers outdoor seating.
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Bubby's
120 Hudson St"Pie is good for breakfast" is their motto! But so much more for a great brunch place then walk it off on the Highline! Offers outdoor seating.
Closed on Sundays a southern tradition. Try the original Chick-fil-A sandwich with waffle fries & 1/2 and 1/2 sweet tea. Super moist and delish!
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Chick-fil-A
144 Fulton StClosed on Sundays a southern tradition. Try the original Chick-fil-A sandwich with waffle fries & 1/2 and 1/2 sweet tea. Super moist and delish!
Clean sunny and inviting ambiance. The sushi was the best in the city and beyond fresh. Super busy and may require a reservation in advance. Great lunch specials.
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Hatsuhana
17 E 48th StClean sunny and inviting ambiance. The sushi was the best in the city and beyond fresh. Super busy and may require a reservation in advance. Great lunch specials.
Schmackary's
362 W 45th StGreat fresh baked cookies with a twist!
Mexican restaurant with authentic street side steak tacos. Fresh guacamole & 4 different types of salsa.
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Cemitas Puebla Y Taqueria
520 24th StMexican restaurant with authentic street side steak tacos. Fresh guacamole & 4 different types of salsa.
Great authentic Italian food and wood burning pizza/fresh pasta made daily!
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Porto By Antonio
8921 Old River RdGreat authentic Italian food and wood burning pizza/fresh pasta made daily!
Local spot to pick up or order delivery. Fairly priced and genuinely always trying to please your cravings!
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Five Stars Thai Cuisine-ToGo
324 29th StLocal spot to pick up or order delivery. Fairly priced and genuinely always trying to please your cravings!
Recommend by a friend that's been going for over 40 years. Owners are friendly and care about the ingredients they are serving to their guest. Everything we have had was delish and full-filling!
Salam
104 West 13th StreetRecommend by a friend that's been going for over 40 years. Owners are friendly and care about the ingredients they are serving to their guest. Everything we have had was delish and full-filling!
A small place with great owners and fresh food. Craving the truffle pizza with garlic olive oil now! Salad, lamb chops or pasta, you can't go wrong at this local pleasure!
3 Giovani
548 LaGuardia PlA small place with great owners and fresh food. Craving the truffle pizza with garlic olive oil now! Salad, lamb chops or pasta, you can't go wrong at this local pleasure!
Organic fresh authentic Greek restaurants with fresh dailyspecials. Super friendly and an old school deligh! The chef is from Nafpaktos, Greece and live to meet the patrons.
Loi Estiatorio
132 W 58th StOrganic fresh authentic Greek restaurants with fresh dailyspecials. Super friendly and an old school deligh! The chef is from Nafpaktos, Greece and live to meet the patrons.
Drinks & Nightlife
Best Rooftop view of Midtown and looking over the Hudson River! Modern and Sophisticated scene, not to mention breathtaking!
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Ink 48 Hotel
653 11th AveBest Rooftop view of Midtown and looking over the Hudson River! Modern and Sophisticated scene, not to mention breathtaking!
One of our favorite Speakeasy's! Try the Garden Paloma with a few appetizers...delish!
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The Raines Law Room at The William
24 E 39th StOne of our favorite Speakeasy's! Try the Garden Paloma with a few appetizers...delish!
Getting Around
*Must download NY Waterway App for tickets!
*Lincoln Harbor runs on a limited schedule.
*Ferry ticket also includes free bus shuttles in Manhattan.
Great option to ride to the city as the dock is downhill. If you're up for a hike, uphill, take the ferry home. Check website for pricing and options of arrival locations in Manhattan.
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Lincoln Harbor Station
*Must download NY Waterway App for tickets!
*Lincoln Harbor runs on a limited schedule.
*Ferry ticket also includes free bus shuttles in Manhattan.
Great option to ride to the city as the dock is downhill. If you're up for a hike, uphill, take the ferry home. Check website for pricing and options of arrival locations in Manhattan.
This is the best transportation into Manhattan. You can pay cash inbound and have the option to take the NJ Transit bus 123 into the city at Highpoint Avenue or walk to 30th street to take any NYC bound NJ Transit or the jitney bus along S Marginal Highway.
Once you arrive at Port Authority, we recommend purchasing a 10 pack of NJ bus tickets in advance as NJ Transit does not accept cash on the way back to NJ. ***Purchase ROUTE 123 ZONE 2 and get back off at Highpoint Avenue. *Please refer to NJ Transit App for bus schedules.
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Port Authority Bus Terminal station
625 8th AveThis is the best transportation into Manhattan. You can pay cash inbound and have the option to take the NJ Transit bus 123 into the city at Highpoint Avenue or walk to 30th street to take any NYC bound NJ Transit or the jitney bus along S Marginal Highway.
Once you arrive at Port Authority, we recommend purchasing a 10 pack of NJ bus tickets in advance as NJ Transit does not accept cash on the way back to NJ. ***Purchase ROUTE 123 ZONE 2 and get back off at Highpoint Avenue. *Please refer to NJ Transit App for bus schedules.
Shopping
O Oculus
Church StreetA transit hub, shopping mall and stunning architecture!
For the finer things in life and the best window displays in the city!!!
Have a bite to eat in the restaurant on the 7th floor or the Cafe in the basement.
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Bergdorf Goodman
754 5th AveFor the finer things in life and the best window displays in the city!!!
Have a bite to eat in the restaurant on the 7th floor or the Cafe in the basement.
For any basics you could have forgotten, if you get caught in the rain and need an umbrella or raincoat that's close to the Port Authority Bus Terminal. They have great travel pillows too!
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MUJI Times Square Store
620 8th AveFor any basics you could have forgotten, if you get caught in the rain and need an umbrella or raincoat that's close to the Port Authority Bus Terminal. They have great travel pillows too!
Great basics try the Heat Tech Thermal options they have them in tights, leggings, crew necks, turtlenecks, gloves and hats!!
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Uniqlo
660 5th AveGreat basics try the Heat Tech Thermal options they have them in tights, leggings, crew necks, turtlenecks, gloves and hats!!
Launched in 2005, No.6 began as an under-the-radar shop in the Little Italy/Nolita neighborhood of Manhattan, carrying curated vintage and European designers. Since its advent, No.6 has garnered a cult following for their handmade shoes and aspirational yet accessible ready to wear collection.
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No.6
8 Centre Market PlLaunched in 2005, No.6 began as an under-the-radar shop in the Little Italy/Nolita neighborhood of Manhattan, carrying curated vintage and European designers. Since its advent, No.6 has garnered a cult following for their handmade shoes and aspirational yet accessible ready to wear collection.
So many shops and great food spots in the former Nabisco factory. No mobile phone service once your on the inside. Walk around, shop and eat in an artisanal space.
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Mercado de Chelsea
75 9th AveSo many shops and great food spots in the former Nabisco factory. No mobile phone service once your on the inside. Walk around, shop and eat in an artisanal space.
Great for inexpensive finds. They have everything from necessities you may have forgotten to souvenirs.
jacks. - W 40th St
223 W 40th StGreat for inexpensive finds. They have everything from necessities you may have forgotten to souvenirs.
Not usually fan of malls, but this one is the ONE to see for shopping and adventure! Indoor beach/pools, miniature golf, indoor skiing and snowboarding...the options are endless. Note to self, NJ has no tax on clothing purchases!
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Sonho Americano
1 American Dream WyNot usually fan of malls, but this one is the ONE to see for shopping and adventure! Indoor beach/pools, miniature golf, indoor skiing and snowboarding...the options are endless. Note to self, NJ has no tax on clothing purchases!
Essentials
Walkable if your fit! Would need a car or take an Uber as the return is ALL up hill and about a 25 minuet walk! Fair pricing, great selection and a California staple. If you have a car, the parking garage is underneath which allows FREE parking! However, you will need to have your parking ticket validated at the cashier during time of checkout!
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Trader Joe's
715 River RdWalkable if your fit! Would need a car or take an Uber as the return is ALL up hill and about a 25 minuet walk! Fair pricing, great selection and a California staple. If you have a car, the parking garage is underneath which allows FREE parking! However, you will need to have your parking ticket validated at the cashier during time of checkout!
Only a 5 minute walk and open from 7am to 11:45pm. Basic essentials and a super friendly staff!
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Moe's Deli And Grocery
2500 Palisade AveOnly a 5 minute walk and open from 7am to 11:45pm. Basic essentials and a super friendly staff!
In the event that you have forgotten any essentials. Target will have more than you need... groceries, pharmacy, beauty and clothing.
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Target
139 Flatbush AveIn the event that you have forgotten any essentials. Target will have more than you need... groceries, pharmacy, beauty and clothing.
Lidl
20 Goldsborough DrNearby for food staples and necessities.
Whole Foods Market
95 E Houston StEntertainment & Activities
Home of the Giant's & the Jets. Several major music concerts are all held here!
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MetLife Stadium Drive
MetLife Stadium DriveHome of the Giant's & the Jets. Several major music concerts are all held here!
Everyone loves a good concert & sporting event!
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Madison Square Garden
4 Pennsylvania PlazaEveryone loves a good concert & sporting event!
Events always ongoing, easier if you take the jitney bus and get off a Dyer street and 40th. The walk is only 7 minutes from there.
Take the Lincoln Harbor Ferry and the Chelsea free shuttle bus straight to the Javits center.
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Centro de Convenções Jacob Javits
429 11th AveEvents always ongoing, easier if you take the jitney bus and get off a Dyer street and 40th. The walk is only 7 minutes from there.
Take the Lincoln Harbor Ferry and the Chelsea free shuttle bus straight to the Javits center.