Jordan and Joelle Hernandez 
Alcohol is easy to come by in Hoboken and Jersey City. Still, for those searching for the best BYOB restaurants in Hoboken and Jersey City, it’s a completely different kind of dining experience. There’s nothing quite like a night out in Hudson County with a favorite bottle of wine or beer and good company — the perfect pairing of food and drinks, your way. Luckily, both Hoboken and Jersey City are home to a wide variety of BYOB spots and bring-your-own-bottle restaurants, making it easy to enjoy a personalized (and often more affordable) night out. Read on for a list of the best BYOB restaurants in Hoboken and Jersey City where diners can bring their own booze.
Disclaimer: No spot was left out intentionally. If you have additions, please email [email protected] to reach our team of editors. Happy BYOB-ing!
Hoboken
Ali Baba | 912 Washington Street
Mediterranean fare has been served at this Hoboken staple that has been around for over 30 years. There is nothing better than your favorite wine (brought from home, of course) and fresh hummus.
Antique at 112 | 112 Willow Avenue
While the menu features everything from burgers and pastas to expertly cooked meats, bringing your own bottle of wine makes the experience even more special. With its cozy atmosphere, it’s a great place for a BYOB night out with friends or a casual date.
Apulia | 1319 Washington Street
Apulia is a cozy Italian spot. We recommend that diners bring their favorite bottle of wine to enjoy while dining outdoors in the eatery’s quaint + well-lit tented backyard.
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Caffe Buon Gusto | 918 Washington Street
A variety of delicious Italian dishes are served here. Caffe Buon Gusto is best known for its diverse shapes of pasta and eleven signature sauces to choose from to mix and match.
Cafe Michelina | 423 Bloomfield Street
A casual go-to for Italian fare, Cafe Michelina has outdoor seating and delicious Italian dishes for diners to enjoy with their own sips.
Changó Kitchen | 301 Willow Avenue
Changó Kitchen is a Cuban-Latin restaurant boasting dishes like mofongo (a classic Puerto Rican dish), Cuban sandwiches, vegetarian options, tres leches, flan, huevos rancheros, tamaleros, enchiladas verdes, and churrasquero, and more.
Dozzino | 534 Adams Street
Pizza lovers can head on over to Dozzino for some New Jersey-style pies topped with all kinds of goodies. Those diners here should ask their server for daily specials.
Flour | 500 Jefferson Street
Flour is an American restaurant and the sister concept of The Pizza Shop By Flour. At Flour, diners will find a menu of American dishes, from whipped ricotta toast to Mexican street corn and steak tartare.
Hudson Table | 1403 Clinton Street
At this spot, patrons can indulge in wine, beer, and even champagne while enjoying a top-notch cooked meal from well-known chefs. There are cooking classes galore while enjoying some beverages of your choosing.
Johnny Pepperoni | 219 11th Street
Red and white checkered placemats, great food, and a BYOB policy are what can be found at this uptown Hoboken staple.
La Isla Downtown | 104 Washington Street
HG reccomends that patrons bring their own drinks to complement the traditional Cuban fare that this restaurant has to provide. The menu at La Isla includes pressed sandwiches, empanadas, and everything in between.
Margherita’s | 740 Washington Street
At this spot, diners can find generously-portioned bowls of pasta, chicken parm, + more. All of Margherita’s menu items pair nicely with a BYOB drink.
Napoli’s | 1118 Washington Street + 133 Clinton Street
The only way to pair fresh brick-oven pizza is with a nice bottle of Vino, specifically at Napoli’s. Sorry, we don’t make the rules. This Hoboken pizza staple has two locations for patrons to enjoy.
Otto Strada | 743 Park Avenue
For authentic Northern Italian cuisine in Hoboken, Otto Strada is a must-visit. Known for its handmade pastas and seasonal dishes, this cozy spot is perfect for bringing along a favorite bottle of wine to complement the rich flavors. Whether dining inside or in the charming outdoor space, it’s an ideal setting for a relaxed BYOB night out.
Panello | 720 Monroe Street
This uptown restaurant makes for a great opportunity to bring a nice bottle of vino to enjoy paired with one of its famous wood-fired artisanal pizzas.
The Pizza Shop by Flour | 500 Jefferson Street
Flour, located at 500 Jefferson Street, is the second concept to open up within this location — the first being its sister eatery, The Pizza Shop, from the same owners, Ray Falco and Justin Avila. The Pizza Shop serves a unique selection of pizzas. Plus, BYOB is welcome here.
Trós Greek Street Food | 62 Newark Street
Trós Greek Street Food serves up traditional Greek food. Customers can choose how they want their meat served — on skewers, in a pita sandwich, or on a platter with healthy sides — and they can also choose which alcohol to pair it with since the spot is BYOB.
San Giuseppe | 1320 Adams Street
For those looking for something a bit more substantial on the menu but still craving that great Italian pizza vibe, check out San Giuseppe. A nice wine with the tiramisu = an ideal night out with some vino.
Seven Valleys | 936 Washington Street
Persian-inspired food at Seven Valleys is top tier, whether dining in or for delivery — but this spot is a wonderful BYO choice.
Tenth Street Pasta + Pizza | 1000 Willow Avenue
With a nice-sized outdoor patio to enjoy, Tenth Street is a great place to bring a drink of choice. Its menu includes dishes like focaccia with house-made mozzarella + prosciutto, and housemade square pies (or round if you prefer).
BYOB Sushi Restaurants in Hoboken:
Perhaps the most traditional BYOB venues are sushi lounges. But don’t be bored by sticking to your typical sushi take-out menu. Hoboken has several sushi spots to choose from.
- Avocado Sushi | 404 Washington Street
- Ayame Sushi + Hibachi | 526 Washington Street
- Illuzion | 337 Washington Street
- Okinawa Sushi + Grill | 400 Newark Street
- Robongi | 520 Washington Street
- Saka 618 | 618 Washington Street
- Yeung II | 1120 Washington Street
Jersey City
15 Fox Place | 15 Fox Place
One of New Jersey’s best-kept secrets, this exclusive dinner club is something reserved for a very special night. By reservation only, your dinner party will experience a one-of-a-kind pre-fixe menu, so bring the fancy wine.
Ahri’s Kitchen | 227 7th Street
Known for its cozy ambiance, unwind and enjoy a meal at Ahri’s Kitchen. Located in Downtown Jersey City, Ahri’s Kitchen has been around for years. Vegetable dumplings, noodle rolls, and Korean ramen soup are a must-try to pair with the liquor of your choosing, as it is BYOB as well.
Beechwood Cafe | 290 Grove Street
If looking to get a breakfast or lunch fix, there are many dishes available to satisfy all kinds of cravings. BYOB is available at Beechwood, which levels up any kind of brunch menu items. We recommend pairing alcohol with pancakes, waffles, omelets, and more.
Carol Ann’s Table | 333 Palisade Avenue
Run by Jersey City local Andrew Ifill, the chef and owner, Carol Ann’s Table is a BYOB spot serving comforting classics like roasted chicken, short ribs, and more.
The Cliff | 38 Congress Street
Diners can bring their own to this brunch and lunch spot in the Heights and indulge in lobster rolls, tacos, omelets, and other dishes — all while sipping on one of the specialty juices or a Bloody Mary.
Corto | 507 Palisade Avenue
This authentic Italian Cucina located in the Heights is sure not to disappoint. Patrons should prepare for a night full (pun intended) of authentic Italian cuisine and some BYO beverages.
East Hana | 103 Montgomery Street
East Hana JC specializes in sushi, sashimi, rolls, and ramen. There is also a sister restaurant located in East Brunswick.
El Gordo | 291 Central Avenue
With a reputation around New Jersey, El Gordo has an establishment right here in Jersey City. Authentic Peruvian dishes like ceviche de camarón or pescado, papa rellena, and salchipapa are available to pair with any kind of alcohol diners plan on bringing.
The Franklin | 159 New York Avenue
Locals should dine out for brunch or dinner at the Franklin, and don’t forget to BYO for a fun mimosa with brunch or a glass of wine with dinner.
Gaia + Loki | 346 Grove Street
For those who are vegan + vegetarian, Gaia and Loki is a must-visit spot. House chili, potato leek soup, Mexican soup, pasta, burgers, and more are some of the dishes a part of the menu lineup here. BYOB is available to pair with the classic vegan + vegetarian dishes Gaia and Loki cook up.
Itto Sushi | 239 Barrow Street
This sushi spot specializes in Japanese and Korean cuisine and serves up rolls, teriyaki, and bento boxes, as well as bibimbap bowls, bulgogi, soft tofu soup, and galbi-jjim.
La Milpa Taqueria | 45 Franklin Street
La Milpa Taqueria is from the owners of The Franklin and serves up tacos, flautas, tortas, Mexican street corn, and nachos, among other options. We recommend pairing one of these dishes with a favorite drink from home.
Mezcal Kitchen | 665 Newark Avenue
For those in the mood for Mexican, definitely head over to Mezcal Kitchen to find traditional burritos, tacos, quesadillas, + more. If diners bring their own beer, the Mezcal Kitchen team will concoct an authentic michelada (think beer-based, Mexican bloody mary).
One Dee Siam | 137 Newark Avenue
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BYOB is encouraged at One Dee Siam. This spot serves up Thai dishes such as noodles, curry, salads, and spring rolls. Wine, rum, beer, and more can be up to diners’ choices when it comes to the BYOB option.
Pinwheel Garden Dumpling + Noodle Bar | 318 Communipaw Avenue
This family-owned restaurant serves a twist on Asian-American cuisine by using ingredients and flavors from Taiwan, Japan, Korea, India, and China, to name a few. It is a BYOB restaurant and also vegan-friendly.
Rustique Pizza | 611 Jersey Avenue
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Located in Downtown Jersey City, this family-run pizzeria serves oven pizza, homemade bread, and classic Italian dishes. We recommend trying one of Rustique’s oven pizzas, which come in flavors like buffalo chicken, meat lovers, and Margherita, to name a few.
Shanway Chengdu Kitchen | 89 Newark Avenue
Shanway Chengdu Kitchen is a Sichuan-style restaurant that has taken over the former Miso Ramen space. The restaurant is BYOB for dine-in guests. The menu includes mapo tofu, sesame chicken, and soup dumplings.
South of the Clouds | 313 Grove Street
South of the Clouds is a Yunnan restaurant serving options like beef aortas, Yunnan-style truffle fried rice, and mala stir-fried squid tendrils. Diners are welcome to bring a drink of their choosing.
Taqueria Downtown | 236 Grove Street
Taqueria Downtown is a go-to spot when looking for a Mexican food fix. Besides serving classic Mexican dishes like tacos, flautas, and enchiladas, their drink menu has choices like mimosas + sangria on the weekends for brunch. BYOB is also an option to amp up a night out.
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Viva Mexico | 133 Morris Street
There is another Mexican restaurant that has a BYOB option. Viva Mexico allows diners to bring their own booze while enjoying tacos, gorditas, tostadas, and enchiladas, among other classic Mexican dishes.
Uncle Momo | 289 Grove Street
Hoboken residents can bring their own to this French Lebanese bistro, serving up dishes like moussaka, shawarma, + more.
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