If you’ve ever wanted to take your favorite bar/bakery to your latest party, you’re in luck. One of our Hoboken favorites, Antique Bar & Bakery, is debuting a new catering service and it’s definitely something to write {or send} home about. Antique Bar & Bakery’s Coal Fire Catering is serving up a selection of salads, sandwiches, entrées, sides, apps, and desserts — brought directly to your home. Check out all the yummy details on how to spice up your next get-together with Antique Bar & Bakery’s New Coal Fire catering service {and some of our favorite picks, of course}.
The Backstory of Antique Bar & Bakery
As you may know, The Antique team definitely knows how to whip up a gourmet meal, all from its coal-fired oven {that has been used for over 100 years, in-house to make bread and other delicious treats. Filmmaker/entrepreneur Joe Castelo bought the original Antique Bakery building in Hoboken {after finding out that Ivan Rodriguez of the original Antique Bakery was losing the space and moving to Jersey City} — Joe didn’t want to lose the history, have the oven stop being used, or watch the oven get destroyed by a new tenant with a different business. To solve that serious issue, he and Chef Paul partnered to open the new Antique Bar & Bakery, and Ivan trained Chef Paul on how to use the original Antique Bakery oven so that the tradition would not be lost. And the rest, in the last few years, has become history {including opening their event space at Antique Loft in Hoboken}
Of course, with an event space comes the need for catering, and what better way to expand the Antique empire than with a catering business for die-hard Antique-loving locals. Now, the restaurant’s additional venture is its catering, which is dedicated to serving up all of the sweet and savory coal-fired options that patrons have come to know and love.
The Menu
Anyone who has been to Antique Bar & Bakery knows — the food is where it’s at. It. Is. A-MAZING. And now, for catering, you’ll be able to have the delectable food of Antique in the comfort of your own home.
On the menu for catering:
Salads and desserts serve up to five people, while large tray entrées and sandwiches can serve up to 10.
There are three salad options to choose from:
- The Hearty Greens Caesar Salad comes with croutons made in-house, a traditional pick.
- Kale lovers will love the Kale, Pistachios & Pecorino Salad — a beautifully arranged dish with a slight crunch.
- The Arugula, Almond Puree, Lemon and Olive Oil Salad is a mix of citrus flavors followed by salty notes, the most unique salad pick of the bunch.
Appetizers, referred to as the “Grazing Station,” range from elegant takes of party classics to new and unique dishes. As most already know, the killer garlic bread is award-worthy, and Antique Beef Meatballs with tomato sauce. The seasonal rice balls are also highly recommended by the chef {and Team HG!}.
On the entrées front, Antique Bar & Bakery does not disappoint — choose from their 13 fresh dish options — and good luck choosing just one.
A Few Noteworthy Menu Picks:
Lasagna Edges with brown butter mushrooms, herbs, and cheese toast as well as any of the four chicken dishes {marsala, piccata, pecan, or a simple whole chicken}, all-organic and available bone-in or boneless. The roasted sea bass {above} is also a delectable meal that can’t be passed up.
While the entrées are indeed the main event, the Coal Fire Sides deserve their moment. The Antique Mac n’ Cheese {a comfort food classic} will please everyone from little ones to great grandmas. Other sides fan faves include the Smashed Golds & Garlic Chimi.
Vegans and vegetarians, fear not: There are V options throughout the menu including the broccoli rabe with garlic and the Greek fries {topped with feta cheese and oregano, sorry vegans}. Other vegetarian entrées include the Settaro pasta with cherry tomatoes, ricotta salata, and basil.
Sandwiches are available for mix and match {get a selection of all of them or a full tray of one kind}. Go basic {but classic, obv} with the fresh mozzarella, tomato, and basil, or try something new and get the roast beef sandwich {with cornichon and horseradish crème fraiche}.
MORE INFO: Antique Bar and Bakery Catering
Desserts
Last but not least, and let us emphasize this point again: Desserts are next-level at Antique. For catering, you can choose from a Skillet Cookie topped with whipped cream, the Dirty Chocolate Cake, or their signature dessert: The World-Famous Antique Bread Pudding with caramel sauce {that is literally top 5 best desserts in Hoboken, possibly #1 — Editor’s note}.
Truly, it’s desserts like these that make you say “SRY I’M NOT SHARING.”
How to Order
Interested in having Antique cater your next party {or dinner}? Email [email protected] + [email protected] or visit them on their website {or IRL at 122 Willow Avenue}. This summer Antique Catering is the perfect way to feed your party guests — the proof is in the {bread} pudding. Promise.
Have you tried Antique’s new catering service yet? Let us know in the comments!
A Guide to Mocktails in Hoboken + Jersey City
Whether you’re observing Dry January or just want to try something different, mocktails have come a long way from the sugary-sweet Shirley Temples of the past. Mocktails are a great refreshment to enjoy when looking for a non-alcoholic beverage. They're fun to enjoy while socializing, having a nice meal, or sipping after a long day. You can find these drinks at an increasing number of bars and restaurants and we have made a list for you in Hoboken and Jersey City. Read on for a comprehensive list of where to find mocktails in Hoboken + Jersey City.
Hoboken
The Ainsworth | 310 Sinatra Drive
Patrons can still enjoy the buzzing energy of the Ainsworth while sipping a non-alcoholic beverage. On the menu is Lagunitas non-alcoholic Hoppy seltzer and a variety of non-alcoholic beers.
Antique Bar + Bakery | 122 Willow Avenue
For the last 30 years, Antique Bakery has been serving Hoboken residents, even Frank Sinatra, fresh baked goods. For the last five years, the bakery has been turned into a bar serving a full menu of artisanal cocktails in addition to specialty bread and baked goods. Guests can also enjoy specialty mocktails including the Mr. Freedom, which is made with fresh watermelon, mint, and fresh-squeezed lime.
Another mocktail is the Johnny Friendly, made with fresh zesty ginger, sage, freshly squeezed lemon, and a touch of agave. The final mocktail on the menu is the All the Way, which is made with charred blackberries that are made right in the famous coal-fired oven, freshly squeezed lemon juice, topped with sparkling water for some extra bubbles.
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Belo Bar | 104 Hudson Street
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Belo Bar is a piano bar with live music and a whole lot of jazz and good vibes. There is friendly service, cocktails, and a large variety of wines from all over the world. The menu has small plates from all different cuisines and in addition, the bar serves up mocktails. Upon request, the bartender can make any drink into a mocktail.
Byrd | 800 Jackson Street
Byrd is one of Hoboken’s newest restaurants that entered the scene back in 2024. This spot has menu items like the Non #1 with raspberry, chamomile, and Murray River salt, the Non #2 with caramelized pear and ginger, or a Notch non-alcoholic pilsner.
Chango Kitchen | 301 Willow Avenue
Chango Kitchen is a delicious Latin kitchen. On the menu, locals can find Cuban mojitos, piña coladas, margaritas, and daiquiris that come non-alcoholic with the option to BYOB and add-in. The Chango Kitchen website states “We are happy to mix your favorite drinks. You bring the liquor and we’ll do the blending.”
Dear Maud | 205 1st Street
Cocktails are Dear Maud’s specialty and mocktails are no exception. With three tasty zero-proof creations, locals can try the Sunrise to Sunset with cucumber, pineapple, lemon, agave, sunrise tropical, and orchid, the Sesame Milk Tea with toasted sesame, oat milk, earl grey tea and agave, or the Virgin Buck with ginger tea, honey, lemon and rosemary. Non-alcoholic beer is also available.
Halifax | W Hotel, 225 River Street
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Located on the waterfront in Hoboken, Halifax is in the W hotel and serves mocktails that embrace all the flavors of a cocktail, without the hangover, of course. The bartender uses basic juices including orange and pineapple with simple syrup, grenadine, lemon, and lime juice. Maraschino cherries, basil, herbs, and elaborate garnishes are used to spice up the drinks.
The Hoboken Biergarten | 1422 Grand Street
Beer lovers looking for a non-alcoholic fix can choose from a list of five non-alcoholic beers and seltzers at The Hoboken Biergarten. The menu includes Clausthaler Grapefruit Shandy, Guinness Draught, Lagunitas Hoppy Seltzer, Clausthaler Lager, and Sam Adams Just The Haze.
Hudson Golf | 16 Hudson Place
This indoor golf simulator also serves up food and drinks — including mocktails. The Golf Lessons cocktail can also be made as a mocktail, and includes grapefruit, coconut water, lemon, and a splash of ginger beer.
Little Bar | 1401 Hudson Street
Founded by the same team behind Halifax, Little Bar opened its doors in November 2023. It has a variety of drink choices and seafood selections. For those looking for non-alcoholic options, mocktails are available upon request.
Martha's | 25 12th Street
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Martha's in Hoboken is known for its upscale American-style comfort food and stand-out cocktails. Now on the menu are creative hot and cold mocktails like homemade hot apple cider, adults only Ghirardelli hot cocoa, and the Flores Para Siempre, which has fresh and floral notes of hibiscus, ginger and vanilla.
Olivia's | 1038 Garden Street
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This Mediterranean spot has a variety of dedicated mocktails on the menu including the Mare Nostrum, the Aguamala, and the El Shirley Temple. Some ingredients that are used include pineapple, lime juice, wild berries, and elderflowers.
Orale Mexican Kitchen | 1426 Willow Avenue, Hoboken + 341 Grove Street, Jersey City
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When Mexican food is calling, always answer! If a boozy margarita isn’t in the future but you still want to enjoy the flavors, try enjoying a margarita mocktail. The virgin piña colada combines pineapple, coconut, and lime to create a sweet, tasty dinnertime treat.
Panela | 36-42 Newark Street
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Latin American restaurant Panela has a lineup of mocktails to pair with its dishes. One mocktail option is the Panela Punch, made with guava, pineapple, passionfruit, orange, orgeat, and lime. If looking for a non-alcoholic version of a Piña Colada, Panela has its own twist on the drink. The Chincha Colada is made with chicha morada, coconut cream, pineapple, orange, and lime.
Saku | 936 Park Avenue
Saku, an innovative and eclectic sushi spot in Hoboken is a local go-to with an extensive menu. Some non-alcoholic highlights include the Yuzu Lemonade Mocktail and Orange + Lychee Mocktail.
Sirenetta | 1039 Washington Street
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Right across the street from Sorellina’s Wine Bar lies Sirenetta Oyster Bar, its sister restaurant. The bar has a mocktail menu, organized by flavor profile: refreshing, spicy, or sweet. The idea is for servers to ask what style of mocktail guests would like, and then the bar makes them a drink based on their preference.
Sorellina | 1036 Washington Street
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Sorellina is an Italian kitchen and wine bar located on Washington Street. With a selection of over 100 wines, the restaurant also serves up mocktails. One of the most popular mocktails is the Basilica, which is served with white grapefruit, honey, basil, and club soda.
Jersey City
The Alps | 351 Palisade Avenue
The Alps in Jersey City Heights is rolling out some tasty non-alcoholic options this January. In addition to the usual cocktails and bar menu The Alps will be serving Phony Negronis, St. Argetis Amaro Falso, Casamara Club Como Alpine Soda and more. Owner, Chris even took to Instagram to share a PSA to kick off Dry January.
Ani Ramen House | 218 Newark Avenue
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Located in downtown Jersey City on Newark Avenue, Ani Ramen House has a large selection of mocktails for any taste. Customers can choose from the Kobe Refresher, Kyoto Grapefruit Fizz, or the Strawberry Sendai. The Kobe Refresher is a fan favorite and is made with oolong, lychee, ginger, and lemon for a refreshing, sweet taste.
The Archer | 176 Newark Avenue
The Archer’s innovative cocktails and mocktails are always a stand-out in Jersey City. This season, mocktail menu items include a Salted Pretzel Horchata, the Blackberry Jab, the Maiden Mother, and the Snake Oil which is a coffee-inspired treat. Non-alcoholic beers and Best Day Kolsch Style are also available in cans.
Barcade | 163 Newark Avenue
Arcade games and cocktails (or mocktails) go hand-in-hand. This year, Barcade is serving up two delicious mocktails including the Pseudo Fruito and the Rainy Day Real Estate made with pineapple, fresh lime, and ginger beer.
Batello | 502 Washington Boulevard
Batello in Jersey City is the ultimate date night destination. Aside from an extensive list of cocktails and dinner items, the restaurant is also serving a seasonal cocktail called Red Moon Rising that features blood orange, lime, yuzu, pink peppercorn syrup, and club soda.
Better Days | 143 Newark Avenue
Better Days has become a brunch hot spot in Downtown Jersey City with dozens of cocktails, wines, and spirits. The restaurant also has a list of mocktails including the False Gimlet, Hibiscus Paloma, Passion Virgin Colada, and the Better Days Garden Cup which has Seedlip Garden 108, rosemary, fresh lemon, blackberries, and cucumber.
The Boil | 8 Erie Street
Popular Cajun seafood restaurant, The Boil is serving up an array of fruity mocktails. On the menu is the Guava Mule, the Big Easy Elixir which has lychee, lime, and ginger beer, and the Crescent City Cooler with fresh watermelon and lime juice.
dullboy | 364 Grove Street
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Located in downtown Jersey City, dullboy is known for its specialty cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks. The Missy’s Horcha-ta-ta-ta is a twist on the Mexican horchata drink, made with toasted coconut, almond, rice milk, coconut water, and cinnamon. Another option is The Silvia, made with fresh pineapple, ginger, honey, and lemon. dullboy also makes a house rum blend — non-alcoholic, of course.
Frankie | 264 Grove Street
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The sunny and bright atmosphere at this downtown restaurant is a great fit for the flavorful, fresh, and seasonal menu, and the mocktails are no exception.
Franklin Social | 292 Barrow Street
Next time you’re dining at Franklin Social take a look at the “Free Spirited” section of the menu. This section encompasses a list of refreshing mocktails such as the Sunrise Brew, Creamsicle Cooler, Zested Ember, Tropic’s Breeze, and Hemingway’s Handshake which combines lemon, grapefruit, lemon-lime oleo, and saline. Non-alcoholic beer is also available. After dining at Franklin Social head upstairs to The Junto Attic Bar to create your very own customizable mocktail by ordering the Dealer's Choice.
Hudson Hound | 8 Erie Street
Hudson Hound knows how to serve a delicious mocktail. With menu items like the Madame Lavender, Sober Spritz, and Charlie Cherub, patrons have plenty of unique options to choose from.
The Hutton | 225 Hudson Street
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The Hutton in Jersey City Heights is taking a non-alcoholic twist on classic cocktails this season. With The Hutton Mock-A-Rita, and a Blood Orange Spritz, and Mock-Jitos with multiple puree options, patrons are in for a treat.
Jane Doe | 333 Newark Avenue
Plan a Dry January date night at Jane Doe in Jersey City to try one of the two unique mocktail creations. On the menu is The Silvia which is made from fresh pineapple, Thai tea, lemon, and sparkling water or The Ichigo which has non-alcoholic Amaro Lucano, cinnamon-miso, lemon, sparkling water, and mint.
The Kitchen Step | 500 Jersey Avenue
Mocktails are here to stay at The Kitchen Step in Downtown Jersey City. Aside from St Agrestis Phony Negroni, Tost Non-Alcoholic Rosé, and Bucha Bae Cold Brew Kombucha, the restaurant has also created the Hibiscus Kiss and the Big Apple Fizz for patrons looking for alcohol-free options.
Luna | 279 Grove Street
While Luna is known for its out-of-this-world espresso martinis, they are also experts in the mocktail game. With handcrafted non-alcoholic options like the Femina, Manjito, Green Day Teacher’s Pet, Spice Up Your Life, and You’ve Been Red there’s something for everyone’s favorite flavor profile.
Madame | 390 4th Street
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The vibes at Madame are like something out of a movie. The food and drink menu are also star-worthy. Madame has three memorable zero-proof cocktails to choose from including the George Sand, Camille Dugast, and a Phony Negroni.
Mathews Food + Drink | 351 Grove Street
Besides non-alcoholic beers, Mathews Food and Drink is featuring two tasty mocktail options. The Spirit Spritz is made from Lyre’s Italian Orange, orange bitters, and lemon while the Mango + Dreams also features Lyre’s Italian Orange, mango, grapefruit, lime, and simple syrup.
O’Hara’s Downtown | 172 1st Street
O’Hara’s Downtown is sharing two mocktail creations that sound like a 10/10. First, the Hibiscus Coconut with Caribbean hibiscus, fresh lemon justice, coconut milk, and cream, and second The Jungle Bird with Ritual Non-Alcoholic Tequila, DHOS Non-Alcoholic Aperitif, pineapple, coconut, lime, tiki bitters, and nutmeg.
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Rooftop at Exchange Place | 1 Exchange Place
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The Rooftop at Exchange Place — a rooftop bar that overlooks the Manhattan skyline in JC — serves up a variety of mocktails. For the winter, this spot has mocktail options like The Fruit of the Flower drink and a Pineapple Mint Breeze.
The Roxy | 66 Monitor Street
The Roxy was voted Jersey City’s Best New Dinner Spot by HG readers in 2024. As the restaurant continues to thrive, so does the stellar menu here. The Roxy is currently serving up two Low ABV housemade kombucha drinks for those looking for an alternative. One has flavors of orange and vanilla while the other has notes of apple and oak.
Under the Boot | 116 Newark Avenue
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Situated below Boots + Bones, this speakeasy serves up colorful drinks with unique names. The Quiet Lady is a mocktail made with fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and club soda, and served with habanero cubes. For a sweeter mocktail choice, The Cheeky Boy is made with mango puree, and fresh lemon juice, and topped with ginger beer.
