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Latham House in Jersey City

WTC Oculus and Path to NJ Entrance. Photo by Edward Kliszus
WTC Oculus and Path to NJ Entrance. Photo by Edward Kliszus
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4.7/5

I frequently dine around Manhattan while checking out the latest shows, jazz, and classical music venues. Friends recently reminded me that unique, excellent restaurants and sites could be found minutes away in Jersey City.

Path Train to NJ Sign. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Path Train to NJ Sign. Photo by Edward Kliszus

Intrigued, I took the 4 train down to the Fulton Street Station from Grand Central (take the express 4 or 5 – it’s just 3 stops to Fulton St). From the Fulton Street station, I walked indoors to the magnificent World Trade Center Oculus and PATH train entrance to New Jersey.

Grove Street PATH entrance to NY. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Grove Street PATH entrance to NY. Photo by Edward Kliszus

After just two stops on the PATH from WTC, I arrived at Jersey City’s Grove Street station by the Newark Avenue Pedestrian Plaza, which boasts many shopping and dining venues. The area was charming, near the waterfront, and surrounded by new high-rise apartment buildings, many of which are currently in construction.

Newark Avenue Pedestrian Plaza near Grove St. PATH station. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Newark Avenue Pedestrian Plaza near Grove St. PATH station. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Jersey City Historic Downtown Map. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Jersey City Historic Downtown Map. Photo by Edward Kliszus

I had heard about Latham House’s brunch and arranged to meet friends there. Here are a few photos of the restaurant and neighborhood.

Entrance to Latham House. Photo by Edward Kliszus.
Entrance to Latham House. Photo by Edward Kliszus.
Bar Seating at Latham House. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Bar Seating at Latham House. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Booth Seating at Latham House. Photo by Edward Kliszus.
Booth Seating at Latham House. Photo by Edward Kliszus.
Winter Brunch Menu at Latham House. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Winter Brunch Menu at Latham House. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Latham House table seating. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Latham House table seating. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Historic homes in Jersey City. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Historic homes in Jersey City. Photo by Edward Kliszus

We ordered coffee right away. Our server ensured our coffee remained full and hot without us asking. We got the Smoked Salmon Benedict with local nova, asparagus, poached eggs, hollandaise, a hot biscuit, potatoes, and salad.  The Eggs Your Way dish came with potatoes, applewood smoked bacon, a hot biscuit, homemade jam, and salad. 

Eggs Your Way at Latham House. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Eggs Your Way at Latham House. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Smoked Salmon Benedict at Latham House. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Smoked Salmon Benedict at Latham House. Photo by Edward Kliszus

The food was fresh and delicious and reasonably priced with generous portions. There was enough to take some home for another meal. 

Seating was comfortable, the facilities were spotless, staff was polite, attentive, and graciously accommodated special requests. Latham House in Jersey City was worth the trip, and I plan to return soon.

Latham House
299 Marin Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07302
201-479-8432

Readers may also enjoy our reviews of Pershing Square Café, Tony Kadleck Big Band at Birdland, Bryant Park Grill, and Organ and Orchestra by the American Symphony Orchestra.

Construction at the Journal Square Path Station in Jersey City. Photo by Edward Kliszus
Construction at the Journal Square Path Station in Jersey City. Photo by Edward Kliszus
High Rise Buildings at the Journal Square Path Station in Jersey City. Photo by Edward Kliszus
High Rise Buildings at the Journal Square Path Station in Jersey City. Photo by Edward Kliszus

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