Best of Hoboken, NJ
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Hoboken, NJ — mapped and organized by category.
About Hoboken
Hoboken is a city in Hudson County, New Jersey, and part of the New York metropolitan area. It serves as the site of Hoboken Terminal, a major transportation hub. The community has seen significant population growth, with the 2020 census recording 60,419 residents.
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Hangman's Elm
Hangman's Elm is an English elm located at the northwest corner of Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village. Measured around 2000, the tree stood 135 feet tall with a diameter of 67 inches.
It is also known as "The Hanging Tree" and has a trunk diameter of 1.7 meters.
View details →Best Restaurants in Hoboken
20 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Delmonico's
Delmonico's is a steak‑house located at 56 Beaver Street in New York City’s Financial District, offering classic American dishes.
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Giardino D'Oro
Giardino D'Oro serves Italian cuisine at 5 Gold Street, offering a relaxed dining experience for locals and visitors alike.
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P.J. Clarke's
P.J. Clarke's is a restaurant serving American cuisine located at 250 Vesey Street.
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Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill
Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill at 84 William Street offers a selection of sushi dishes.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Hoboken
26 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Cafe Habibti
Cafe Habibti is a coffee shop located in University Village, offering a variety of drinks for students and visitors alike.
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Felix Roasting Co.
Felix Roasting Co. is a café located in University Village that serves coffee.
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Joe Coffee Company
Joe Coffee Company is a coffee shop located in Greenwich Village.
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Joe Coffee Company
Joe Coffee Company is a café located in Union Square that serves pastries.
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Kolkata Chai Co
Kolkata Chai Co is a café located in the Little Italy neighborhood, offering Indian cuisine in a relaxed setting.
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Kona Coffee Roasters
Kona Coffee Roasters is a café in the NoHo neighborhood offering coffee drinks and sandwiches.
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Max Brenner
Max Brenner is a café in the Union Square area that specializes in chocolate-based drinks and desserts.
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Not As Bitter
Not As Bitter is a coffee shop located in the East Village, offering a selection of brewed drinks for casual enjoyment.
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Prince Tea House
Prince Tea House is a café located in the East Village that offers Asian, tea house, sandwich, and brunch options.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Hoboken
29 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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AWOL Bar and Grill
AWOL Bar and Grill offers a pub‑style experience in the Rose Hill area, featuring an international selection of drinks and casual fare.
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Arlene's Grocery
Arlene's Grocery is a bar and music venue on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, located at 95 Stanton Street between Orchard St and Ludlow St.
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Dog & Bone
Dog & Bone is a bar in the Rose Hill neighborhood that serves pub‑style food.
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The Bitter End
The Bitter End is a bar located in Washington Square Village, offering a nightclub, coffeehouse and folk music venue experience.
Best Things to Do in Hoboken
5 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Eric Firestone Gallery
Eric Firestone Gallery is located in the NoHo neighborhood.
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Hangman's Elm
Hangman's Elm is an English elm located at the northwest corner of Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village. Measured around 2000, the tree stood 135 feet tall with a diameter of 67 inches.
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Bloody Angle
Bloody Angle, located on Doyers Street in Chinatown, offers visitors a glimpse of historic New York’s culinary and cultural scene, featuring long‑standing establishments such as the Nom Wah Tea Parlor and Ting’s Gift Shop. The street’s layout—a single block with a sharp bend—adds to its distinctive character.
Best Shops in Hoboken
15 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Bibliotheque Cafe & Winebar
Bibliotheque Cafe & Winebar is a specialty shop located in the SoHo neighborhood. It offers a curated selection of books, coffee, and wine.
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Loknath Gift Shop
Located in Little Italy, Loknath Gift Shop offers a selection of unique gifts for travelers.
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Luggage, Travel And Winter Accessories
Luggage, Travel And Winter Accessories offers a range of travel gear in the Lower East Side.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Hoboken
30 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Bogardus Plaza
Bogardus Plaza is a small park located in the Tribeca neighborhood.
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Brooklyn Bridge Park
Brooklyn Bridge Park spans 85 acres along the East River in Dumbo, offering views of both the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges. The park stretches from Atlantic Avenue to Jay Street, featuring historic sites such as Empire Stores and the Tobacco Warehouse, as well as modern playgrounds on Piers 1‑6.
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Collect Pond Park
Collect Pond Park is a public park located in the Civic Center neighborhood.
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DeLury Square
DeLury Square is a public park located in the Seaport neighborhood, offering green space for relaxation and community events.
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Bowling Green
Bowling Green is a small historic public park in the Financial District of Lower Manhattan, at the southern end of Broadway. It dates back to the 18th century and is surrounded by its original 18th‑century cast‑iron fence.
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Columbus Park
Columbus Park is a public park located in the Civic Center neighborhood of Manhattan.
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Cooper Triangle
Cooper Triangle is a park located in the East Village. It offers open green space for visitors to relax and enjoy outdoor activities.
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Corlears Hook Park
Corlears Hook Park offers a green space in the Lower East Side, featuring walking paths and views of the East River.
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Duarte Square
Duarte Square is a small triangular park located in Hudson Square, Lower Manhattan. It sits between Sullivan Street and the LentSpace plot to the west, Grand Street to the north, Sixth Avenue to the east, and Canal Street and Albert Capsouto Park to the south. The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation manages this 0.45‑acre space.
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Empire Fulton Ferry
The Empire Fulton Ferry is a waterfront park located in the Dumbo neighborhood of Brooklyn.
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