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Surf City Mega bar and Restaurant, we’ve got a Key West attitude with a NY latitude. We have a waterfront vacation style bar and restaurant with unbelievable views of Manhattan and Liberty Island. Gather your friends on any of our four outdoor decks or next to a roaring fire pit on a starry night.
Spacious bar & grill serving American fare in a waterfront space with outdoor seats & city views.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 4 PM–1 AM |
| Friday | 12 PM–2:45 AM |
| Saturday | 12 PM–2:45 AM |
| Sunday | 12 PM–1 AM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Phone: (201) 516-9000
Website: http://www.surfcitybar.com/
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Surf City Bar
The ultimate waterfront style bar and restaurant in Jersey City! We offer unparalleled views of the Manhattan skyline and Liberty Island.
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The ultimate waterfront style bar and restaurant in Jersey City! We offer unparalleled views of the Manhattan skyline and Liberty Island.
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Francisco Javier “Fran” Angulo
We had a wonderful experience, largely thanks to Freddy’s exceptional service. He was attentive, professional, and genuinely friendly (the very best ). The food was excellent as well, one of the best meals I’ve had in a long time. We tried the octopus salad and the NY steak, both were remarkable. We Love the drinks menu too. I would gladly come back many more times.
… moreAtiya Sample
9-13-25
On a Positive Note: This place has a nice beach vibe and water view.
Decided to give this place a try after visiting MetLife Stadium. I ordered the Sunrise frozen drink which was tasty but lacking alcohol. The crab dip and the shrimp were both delicious. Tje coleslaw, which I had to request, despite it’s advertised inclusion with my meal choice was creamy and spicy. The portion size was literallya fork full. Idid not like the fact that fries were the only included option. We would have preferred to have the option of choosing perhaps a side salad. The photo below shows what I will give to some birds.
The service was horrible, although I did provide a 20% tip out of courtesy. Well, I didn’t know that the server had tables throughout the restaurant. He was very inattentive and we had to request our check. Even them, he was in the vicinity of our table on at least two occasions before my friend finally approached him and demanded the check.
The Verdict: A cool and upbeat vibe for a drink and if you love fries. I would return for the atmosphere and perhaps try a pizza.
A Daily Diner
… moreOn a Positive Note: This place has a nice beach vibe and water view.
Decided to give this place a try after visiting MetLife Stadium. I ordered the Sunrise frozen drink which was tasty but lacking alcohol. The crab dip and the shrimp were both delicious. Tje coleslaw, which I had to request, despite it’s advertised inclusion with my meal choice was creamy and spicy. The portion size was literallya fork full. Idid not like the fact that fries were the only included option. We would have preferred to have the option of choosing perhaps a side salad. The photo below shows what I will give to some birds.
The service was horrible, although I did provide a 20% tip out of courtesy. Well, I didn’t know that the server had tables throughout the restaurant. He was very inattentive and we had to request our check. Even them, he was in the vicinity of our table on at least two occasions before my friend finally approached him and demanded the check.
The Verdict: A cool and upbeat vibe for a drink and if you love fries. I would return for the atmosphere and perhaps try a pizza.
A Daily Diner
Tiffany Maldonado
Our bill was $500, and we definitely didn’t get $500 worth of food. I used to love the watermelon salad here… but when I ordered it this time, it looked like someone took a slice of watermelon, hacked it up with a plastic spoon, tossed a pinch of garnish on top, and called it a day. I told the waiter there were literally three tiny pieces of corn in the salad and asked for a new one. She replied, “Well, there’s corn on there, right?” and walked away.
As you can see from the attached photos, my family and I were seated in the farthest corner of the dining area. The food came out like it was being rushed — the pizza was cold and we even had to cut it ourselves. It also seemed like anyone with kids was put in that section. The lighting was dim, and service was slow.
To be fair, the waiters were initially considerate, helping us put tables together and clean up before we sat down. But just a heads-up: regardless of service quality, if you go with a group, you’ll get hit with a “large party fee.” My family would have happily tipped fairly for the service we received, but the forced tip did not match the experience.
Maybe it was because we came around 6:30, and the service just goes downhill as the night goes on — but either way, the experience was disappointing.
… moreAs you can see from the attached photos, my family and I were seated in the farthest corner of the dining area. The food came out like it was being rushed — the pizza was cold and we even had to cut it ourselves. It also seemed like anyone with kids was put in that section. The lighting was dim, and service was slow.
To be fair, the waiters were initially considerate, helping us put tables together and clean up before we sat down. But just a heads-up: regardless of service quality, if you go with a group, you’ll get hit with a “large party fee.” My family would have happily tipped fairly for the service we received, but the forced tip did not match the experience.
Maybe it was because we came around 6:30, and the service just goes downhill as the night goes on — but either way, the experience was disappointing.
Vee Boogie
Atmosphere was a vibe, many areas to pick from. We found this place on a whim. We were at Liberty park and got hungry. This was the best find. I had double cold lobster rolls. Hubby had the steak. Both of us were satisfied. I only get good lobster rolls from Boston. Now I’m coming here from now on.
… moreSary Perciballi
AMBIANCE: 4-star
Great place to come on a beautiful sunny day! The space is large and the ambiance is great. It’s a great spot whether you’re 2 people or a group of 10.
FOOD: 2-stars
As for the food, the guacamole was good but not worth $16.
I also had a veggie burger and fries, about $15, and it’s frozen paddies and fries they cook in the moment. Honestly, it was not good at all.
I suggest coming for the vibes and drinks, but there are better spots for food.
… moreGreat place to come on a beautiful sunny day! The space is large and the ambiance is great. It’s a great spot whether you’re 2 people or a group of 10.
FOOD: 2-stars
As for the food, the guacamole was good but not worth $16.
I also had a veggie burger and fries, about $15, and it’s frozen paddies and fries they cook in the moment. Honestly, it was not good at all.
I suggest coming for the vibes and drinks, but there are better spots for food.
Angel Hsu
Love this place by the water! Lots of outdoor bar seats and benches that overlook the harbor. Drinks are okay but there’s plenty of choices. They have plenty of local beers on tap. Food is okay, service is really slow. There is a guacamole place that serves lobster gauc too and that is fantastic! Overall great vibes and a nice place to hang to enjoy the breeze.
… moreTiffany
Very large outdoor space near the water for dining & drinks. I can’t speak to customer service bc I placed my food order and picked it up when my buzzer went off. But when I did interact with any employees, they were friendly. I had a delicious salad with grilled shrimp! That was yummy ! My friend ordered a pizza, it was ok. I’m not a big pizza person but I felt like a kid or a family would enjoy the pizza. It wasn’t out of this world but it was decent. My other friend ordered a “shrimp boil” but it was cold (it does say that it’s served cold in the description) …. Her cold pre-cooked shrimp took forever to be ready … when she went and checked at the register, apparently the waitress was unsure if she still wanted them or not… Which we didn’t understand because she had already paid for them. Hence, the fact that she had a buzzer in her hand. Once she did receive the shrimp, they were overcooked. They were seasoned with old bay, came with a mini Tabasco sauce And they just were not enjoyable. So I do not recommend that dish. But I’d def come back and check this place out again on a warm day. (It was chilly when we went )
… moreDino Rapino
Surf City is one of those places you stumble into and wonder how the rest of the world doesn’t know about it. Tucked along the marina, you go from city grit to seaside escape in the span of one parking lot. (Oh, and yeah—free parking. In Jersey City. That alone is worth five stars.)
Walk in through what looks like a no-frills beach shack, then suddenly you’re hit with this massive New England-style bar. Racing flags, wide-open decks, picnic tables, sand everywhere. You feel like you’re at a beach club, not a block from the Holland Tunnel.
Service? Outstanding. One bartender handled a full bar without missing a beat. Within minutes, more bartenders appeared and kept everything smooth even as it got packed. The whole place stayed clean—even during surprise rain showers, and the staff dried off every table like it was routine.
The food’s solid. I had a shrimp roll that came with fries—really good – and priced right. Ordering is easy: you get a buzzer, pick up when it’s ready. They even have a fresh guac bar, made street-cart style, and it was a hit with almost everyone there.
One more thing: June 7th happened to be the NY Sail Grand Prix. We didn’t see the race, but from the bar, we watched these massive international racing catamarans coming in, being lifted out of the water, one after another. It was surreal—cheers breaking out every time one passed by. And then—because this place can’t help itself—a huge rainbow shows up in the afternoon. Unreal.
Bottom line? Surf City doesn’t feel like Jersey City. It feels like a summer vacation you can drive to. I’ll be back—and next time, I’m ordering two shrimp rolls.
… moreWalk in through what looks like a no-frills beach shack, then suddenly you’re hit with this massive New England-style bar. Racing flags, wide-open decks, picnic tables, sand everywhere. You feel like you’re at a beach club, not a block from the Holland Tunnel.
Service? Outstanding. One bartender handled a full bar without missing a beat. Within minutes, more bartenders appeared and kept everything smooth even as it got packed. The whole place stayed clean—even during surprise rain showers, and the staff dried off every table like it was routine.
The food’s solid. I had a shrimp roll that came with fries—really good – and priced right. Ordering is easy: you get a buzzer, pick up when it’s ready. They even have a fresh guac bar, made street-cart style, and it was a hit with almost everyone there.
One more thing: June 7th happened to be the NY Sail Grand Prix. We didn’t see the race, but from the bar, we watched these massive international racing catamarans coming in, being lifted out of the water, one after another. It was surreal—cheers breaking out every time one passed by. And then—because this place can’t help itself—a huge rainbow shows up in the afternoon. Unreal.
Bottom line? Surf City doesn’t feel like Jersey City. It feels like a summer vacation you can drive to. I’ll be back—and next time, I’m ordering two shrimp rolls.
Ozgun T
The foos is OK the best. If you are in serviced area staff is fine. The music sucks and loud. We couldn’t talk to each other. When asked to lower the volume, the manager gave an attitude. Beer choices are not as good as the Zeppeline Hall. You get drinks other than beer in plastic cup. The only thing we come back is for the view.
… moreRucha Tirodkar
This place is miami in new jersey!! ❤️❤️ Such an amazing evening spot. Great music. The ambience is unmatchable and probably one of the most chillest place in NJ. Love it! Fries and buffalo wings were great.
Cheeseburger was kinda bland tho.
… moreCheeseburger was kinda bland tho.