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Address: 407 Palisade Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07307
Phone: (201) 420-8511
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Reviews
Veronica Nunez
I hosted my first Sip & Sew event at La Bodega Latin Cuisine on October 4th, and it truly exceeded my expectations! From the planning process to the day-of service — everything was seamless. The food, the coffee, and the presentation were absolutely perfect.
Neil and Maricarmen were amazing partners to work with. They went above and beyond to bring my vision to life. The way they displayed the food and coffee was stunning and felt so authentic to the Dominican Republic — a beautiful homage to our culture.
The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and my guests couldn’t stop raving about the experience. I’m so grateful to have collaborated with such a wonderful team.
If you’re looking for a place to host your next private event, I can’t recommend La Bodega Latin Cuisine enough! The food speaks for itself — and the hospitality makes it unforgettable.
… moreNeil and Maricarmen were amazing partners to work with. They went above and beyond to bring my vision to life. The way they displayed the food and coffee was stunning and felt so authentic to the Dominican Republic — a beautiful homage to our culture.
The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and my guests couldn’t stop raving about the experience. I’m so grateful to have collaborated with such a wonderful team.
If you’re looking for a place to host your next private event, I can’t recommend La Bodega Latin Cuisine enough! The food speaks for itself — and the hospitality makes it unforgettable.
Nathalie Villatoro
Resturant aesthetics are beautiful. I was craving pernil (only pernil) and came into this resturant with high hopes based on past reviews. I get there and the woman behind the counter is preoccupied on her cellphone. When she finally notices me she tries to make up by talking about some nonsense related to FanDual betting and Zelle, before I can even get my order out. Once I say my order (and before she starts packing my order), I specifically asked for only pernil with the least amount of actual fat and skin. I am not naive and know that pernil is naturally a fatty cut of meat, but I was hoping I could get more of the meatier pieces. While the employee is yapping about nonsense, I remind her about my request because I see her scooping a big piece of soggy skin and fat. She stops mind track and drains the excess oil and said that “its going to be hard because you got mostly meat”. However, I see there are other meaty pieces still in the bin, but I don’t want to go back and forth with her so I let it go. She also didn’t know the price point of my order, so she ask “Neal” who is restocking shelves for the price, which seems like he made on the fly. The subtotal was $8.00, but after all the taxes, fees, and tip, it came out to $9.79. Please take a look at the attach pictures (one before I started eating and the other after I was done eating) and you make your own opinion. Some additional context to consider is that the day of this purchase the house special of the day was pernil.
… moreYanibel Colvin
I found this restaurant on google maps and it caught my eye how good the food looked and all the good reviews. After trying the food I can say it was so much better than what I expected. This restaurant served AUTHENTIC DOMINICAN FOOD. The food had great flavor, they gave a very good portion and prices were reasonable.
I also enjoyed their passion fruit juice that was made from scratch. The service was good, and the people that served us where helpful and friendly.
The restaurant is nicely decorated and it gives a enjoyable family vibe.
… moreI also enjoyed their passion fruit juice that was made from scratch. The service was good, and the people that served us where helpful and friendly.
The restaurant is nicely decorated and it gives a enjoyable family vibe.
Mariela
5/5 Stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Absolutely incredible Dominican food and service at La Bodega in Jersey City!
This place is a true gem. Every single dish we’ve tried has been nothing short of spectacular – seriously, there hasn’t been one we didn’t love. The passionfruit juice is a must-try, and I highly recommend the oxtail, lamb, and sancocho. Each dish is bursting with flavor and clearly made with care.
Beyond the amazing food, the staff here is super helpful and genuinely friendly. They really go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. On our last visit, they even surprised us with a complimentary piece of their coffee flan, which was absolutely delicious! Such a thoughtful touch.
If you’re in Jersey City and looking for fantastic food with a warm, inviting atmosphere, La Bodega is the place to go. Highly, highly recommend!
… moreAbsolutely incredible Dominican food and service at La Bodega in Jersey City!
This place is a true gem. Every single dish we’ve tried has been nothing short of spectacular – seriously, there hasn’t been one we didn’t love. The passionfruit juice is a must-try, and I highly recommend the oxtail, lamb, and sancocho. Each dish is bursting with flavor and clearly made with care.
Beyond the amazing food, the staff here is super helpful and genuinely friendly. They really go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. On our last visit, they even surprised us with a complimentary piece of their coffee flan, which was absolutely delicious! Such a thoughtful touch.
If you’re in Jersey City and looking for fantastic food with a warm, inviting atmosphere, La Bodega is the place to go. Highly, highly recommend!
Sally Mateo
The best place in Jersey City to eat Dominican food. The service also fantastic and the please looks great. A hidden gem
… moreDiana Carolina
My boyfriend, our one-year-old daughter, and I had such a wonderful meal here! We started with the morir soñando—it was my daughter’s first time trying it, and she couldn’t get enough (a parenting win!). I devoured the carne guisada with arroz Moro and sweet plantains, while my boyfriend loved his pollo guisado with white rice and red beans. We even grabbed pastelitos de queso to go—so flaky and delicious! As a bonus, I snagged a few cute pins for my collection.
As someone who creates content for local families (Hoboken Families/JCFamilies), I’m always thrilled to find spots that are both kid-friendly and this tasty. Can’t wait to come back and share this gem with our community!
… moreAs someone who creates content for local families (Hoboken Families/JCFamilies), I’m always thrilled to find spots that are both kid-friendly and this tasty. Can’t wait to come back and share this gem with our community!
Kimberly Jones
I recently ate here and had such an amazing experience! The food was absolutely delicious hands down the best Dominican food in Hoboken. Everything was full of flavor and freshly made.
Our server, Amy, made the whole experience even better. She was super friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome. She went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. I definitely plan on coming back soon and bringing my family with me. Hopefully Amy’s working next time because her service was incredible! ❤️
… moreOur server, Amy, made the whole experience even better. She was super friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome. She went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. I definitely plan on coming back soon and bringing my family with me. Hopefully Amy’s working next time because her service was incredible! ❤️
Thomas Kenney
While traveling through Jersey City on our way back to Connecticut, we came across a Dominican restaurant with a cool name that caught our eye. Curious, we decided to step inside, and the atmosphere immediately gave off island vibes, reminding me of home (my family is from Puerto Rico). We were warmly greeted and placed our food order. Having tried many Dominican restaurants before, I can confidently say nothing compares to the quality and flavor of their food. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, I highly recommend stopping by to dine in and enjoy their delicious dishes!
… moreCrystal Urena
Came from Virginia to visit family and came across this place on TikTok. So glad I did! The food was amazing. The portions were big and the service was great. Definitely lived up to the hype. I’ll be back next time I’m in town!
… moreIan Stroszeck
Fantastic Dominican spot just down the street from The Heights Farmers Market. The staff were so friendly and took great care of us. I got salmon with white rice, beans and some of the chicken stew sauce drizzled on top of the rice with plantains and home made lemonade on the side.
The restaurant recently has rebranded and remodeled and looks spectacular! Great atmosphere with ample seating in a light and airy space.
This is a great spot to hit after doing your late morning shopping at the Farmers Market. I’ll definitely be back soon. Even if you aren’t usually adventurous, I guarantee you’ll find something here that you love.
… moreThe restaurant recently has rebranded and remodeled and looks spectacular! Great atmosphere with ample seating in a light and airy space.
This is a great spot to hit after doing your late morning shopping at the Farmers Market. I’ll definitely be back soon. Even if you aren’t usually adventurous, I guarantee you’ll find something here that you love.