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The Little Grocery
Categories: Food Coffee & Tea Food Grocery Coffee & Tea, Grocery
214 Jefferson StHoboken, NJ 07030
(201) 610-9220
- Price Range:
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$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- No
26 reviews for The Little Grocery
Review Highlights
"...they serve the best egg sandwich in Hoboken, they make..."
(in 5 reviews)
"They have THE BEST FRENCH TOAST you will ever taste in your..."
(in 4 reviews)
"...and seriously tasty, and it's nice having outdoor seating."
(in 2 reviews)
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26 reviews in English
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Review from Brian E.
Hoboken, NJ
12/11/2011 16 Check-ins Here
This place is awesome. It's also like 2 blocks from my apartment so I pretty much live here. Let me give you a quick run-down. They seem to serve whatever the owner feels like and he's also quite a character. Every time I walk in there it seems he's trading jabs with 2-3 regulars which is pretty hilarious. It also seems like 90% of his clientele is female. Not sure what type of voodoo he's performing over here but I need to figure it out.
I wanted to wait until I tried the french toast before I reviewed it...and yep...french toast is pretty damn awesome. So here's the rundown:
- Egg and Cheese on a croissant (My Go-to), delicious and could in fact be the best egg sandwich in hoboken
- French Toast: Heavy hitter, but very tasty and full of flavor. I'm not a huge french toast guy but it's so good I steer away from an egg sandwhich every now and then
- Hash Browns / Home Fries: Very tasty and would highly recommend.
- Coffee: Just for glamour points really. Nothing special about it. I just grab a cup to avoid turning into a zombie in the morning.
- Cost: You can get away with a simple breakfast for 5-8 bucks. Not bad I'd say.
Would highly recommend if you're in the area. -
Review from Danielle C.
Hoboken, NJ
1/13/2012 5 Check-ins Here
This place has really good bacon egg and cheese sandwiches. They will cost you $4.50 but they are delicious. You can watch the person make the sandwich right before your eyes so you know it's fresh and yummy. The cheese they use is the white kind (not sure what it is) and you have your choice of bread (roll, wheat, croissant, etc.). Best of all, they take credit card along with cash.
Their rest of the menu is also really extensive - they have lots of sandwiches and some bagels. The place has some potato chips for you to choose from, as well as a cooler of some drinks like juice and Gatorade.
The (who I think is the owner) seems really nice and super friendly. He offered this one guy a free bag of chips (he ended up just letting me have the chips...) so score!
The place is kind of small but it feels like a cute cafe. -
Review from Sean R.
1/6/2011
This place is a GEM among the Hoboken eating establishments. You can see the "kitchen" from anywhere in the restaurant, which is nice to see how your food is being prepared. The people who work here are very friendly, which adds the the already awesome atmosphere of The Little Grocery.
All the food I have tried here has been very good so far, but the greek omlette I would say stands above the others, it was pretty much perfect. They let customize pretty much anything about your order, as long as they have the resources to do so, which I am a huge fan of.
I will continue to frequent The Little Grocery, now I just have to stop referring to it as the "The Tiny Kitchen", "The Little Kitchen", or "The Tiny Grocery", for some reason I can never get the name right when talking about it. -
Review from Tom S.
1/3/2011
I am so lucky to have a quaint place like The Little Grocery in my neighborhood. The staff is very friendly and always remember me as a local. You can tell they have their regulars and they are each greeted like good friends.
I really don't have any complaints! Their claim to make the "Best Egg Sandwich in Hoboken" is certainly no lie and they make excellent panini sandwiches, also. Always a pleasure to visit. -
Review from Jarett C.
Hoboken, NJ
4/20/2011 42 Check-ins Here
A great, but tiny place for breakfast in Hoboken. They have great eggsandwiches and everything is cooked fast and in front of your eyes.
There is limited seating but they have tables outside in the warmer months. -
Review from Steph H.
Hoboken, NJ
10/20/2011
When we moved to Hoboken, I had no idea about this place. Now, I am so glad its near my house. It's not a fancy-shmancy kind of place, but it has good food at great prices. Seriously, their egg sandwich was huge! I think it had three eggs on it. They really don't skimp and their prices are great.
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Review from Anna T.
New York, NY
4/17/2011
I'm giving this place two stars instead of one only because a) it's cute; and b) it may well have good food. Unfortunately I wouldn't know. I happened upon this place quite by accident, and made a point to come back today. Although their store hours list Sunday closing time at 4pm, the rude, impatient barista behind the counter informed me at 3:15pm that I could get coffee or a muffin, nothing else, because they were closing up in a couple of minutes. I asked if I could get the egg salad sandwich - they have enough signs around claiming that it's the best in town, and I'm sure the mixture was prepared in advance....so how hard would it be to just slop in between two slices of bread? Instead of answering me, she just stared off into the distance, like she was so annoyed by my question she didn't trust herself to speak. We left with nothing, and won't be back.
I respect restaurant hours. I'm not one of those people that comes in at 10 minutes to close and wants a gourmet dinner. But 45 minutes before, you can't even make a sandwich? Give me a break. This was just pure laziness. -
Review from Diana K.
New York, NY
7/2/2010
Maybe my taste buds are unrefined or maybe I just don't know my delicatessen meats all too well -- whatever the case, I was pretty disappointed with my trip to The Little Grocery. Because it was past lunchtime, my sister and I decided to forgo the infamous egg and cheese sandwiches from this place and go for the paninis instead. I ordered The Italiano, while my sister ordered something pretty similar.. both were WAAAAY too salty and not tasty at all. My sister described her panini as tasting like "garbage" and we both got up after we took two bites of our respective paninis.
Oh, and I also got a chocolate chip muffin since one of the reviewers mentioned how tasty they were... SO WRONG. I'm pretty sure that my homemade muffins taste better than that.
MEH. -
Review from robbie r.
Cambridge, MA
3/9/2009
I stopped by this quaint establishment yesterday morning after the day of revelry that is St. Patrick's Day in Hoboken, NJ. Why they choose to celebrate earlier than the rest of the world, I do not know... but I do know that I had partied up a decently-sized appetite-- and was looking for The Little Grocery to fix that.
Apparently a swarm of meatheads also were, as they had overtaken the place when I walked in with my 4 friends. "Ya dood pick me up a sawsidge egg and cheese. I pay ya back guy." They ordered about 8 or 9 sandwiches between the 6 of them. Needless to say, the two cooks/cashiers/baristas were a little overwhelmed.
But finally i got to order and was handed my bacon, egg, and cheese on a croissant. It was glorious! They do make a damn good egg sammich. Not sure what they do to the egg... but its good and fluffy. I got an apple juice too. Total of $7.
So... a little pricey for my cheap Boston-ass-- but a great place to go for freshly made breads and bagels and coffee and sammiches with a personal "mom and pop" feel to it-- and, god dammit, doesn't the world need more of that!? -
Review from Kristina F.
Hoboken, NJ
7/26/2006
They have THE BEST FRENCH TOAST you will ever taste in your life!! And believe me I have tasted many and have high, high standards. It's a thick slice, moist, fluffy and needs no extra butter or syrup (and I usually pile the toppings on). I don't know what he does to it, but it must be some sort of magic.
Phew! Had to get that out of my system. Onto the rest of the review...
The Little Grocery is a quaint family run cafe that features the fantastic french and mediterranean cooking of chef Neamet Elsayed. They are friendly and will likely come to know you and your preferred coffee after only a few visits.
The space is warm and welcoming with seating inside and out. There is a nice selection of gourmet groceries on the shelves, opposite a counter filled with fine cheeses and pastries from Balthazar Bakery. The freshly made dishes in the case always look superb and taste even better. The quiches (artichoke stands strong as my favorite), phyllo pastries and bread puddings are all top notch.Listed in: Fave Hoboken Spots
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Review from Paul C.
San Francisco, CA
6/2/2011 2 Check-ins Here
I haven't had a bagel this good over the last six months. Their breakfast sandwiches are generous and seriously tasty, and it's nice having outdoor seating.
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Review from Chris U.
Hoboken, NJ
Updated - 8/2/2009
Going on three years since I started going here now and, while the menu has changed a bit here and there, the quality is still the same.
Hoboken may not have its Boston Market anymore, but you can still count on Little Grocery for good quality, homemade food for breakfast, lunch and dinner.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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2/14/2008
This is what I like about Hoboken. Yeah, we may have a Boston Market and Johnny Rockets, but this… Read more »
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Review from Patrick F.
Hoboken, NJ
8/15/2007
The sign outside says it all: "Best egg sandwich in Hoboken." There are serveral breads, cheeses, and meats to choose from (I'll take mine with cheddar and bacon on a croissant if you're buying).
They offer a wide range of dinner options and snacks, but I seem to keep finding myself over here for breakfast (as Kristy S mentioned, the french toast is also fantastic). Their coffee is also the best I've had in Hoboken (well, that hasn't come from my own french press). The owner and staff treat everyone who comes in as long, lost family members. -
Review from Andre N.
Hoboken, NJ
10/19/2009
I have to admit this place was really cool ..lot of stuff happening with decor but ..just homemad feel ...very nice...had coffee and the bacon egg and cheese was awesome
Just one of those spots to just love...if there is such a think...lol -
Review from Corey P.
Hoboken, NJ
1/24/2010 2 photos
small, quaint, relaxed. Great place to get a morning coffee, sit outside at a table (if its summer) and read the paper.
This is one of my favorite breakfast spots in Hoboken. (I haven't been for dinner).
There is a small display case w/ pre-made dishes and desserts but I prefer to order their breakfast items which are made to order on a single hot plate and pan behind the counter.
The Little Grocery boasts "The Best Egg Sandwich in Hoboken" which I've had many times and can say that the name surely fits.
Great sandwich at a great place -
Review from Christopher G.
Hoboken, NJ
6/30/2008
The Little Grocery is, by far, my favorite breakfast place in Hoboken. While it is true, they serve the best egg sandwich in Hoboken, they make great omelets and french toast. And if you aren't around for breakfast, they serve inexpensive dinners complete with dessert; you can eat there or take it with you.
If you dine in, you'll have the opportunity to appreciate the french bistro style decor. Everything from the colors and layout makes you feel like you aren't in Hoboken. Sometimes you can hear calming jazz or popular standards playing on the radio and, occasionally, you can watch a soccer match as the owner is a huge fan of the game (as am I).
Speaking of the owner... he's the nicest guy and treats everyone with respect and kindness. He'll make whatever you like and suggest alternatives if he thinks you'll enjoy them (I know I have!). He's as active in the community as a small business owner can be and I I've seen him support for local activities in his own way. A testament to his character, he befriends many of his customers - knows what they like, converse with their children, joke, and talk about things important to them (like schools and education because he sends his kids to school in Hoboken).
All this just adds to the already great selection of cheeses, breads, casseroles, dinner, coffees, drinks, gelatos, and snacks that one can quickly grab on their way out of town or lazily enjoy on a casual weekend morning.
When I entertain guests from out of town, I always take them here for breakfast and they always walk out full and happy. -
Review from Nicholas D.
Chester, NJ
1/21/2009
Hoboken's best egg n' cheese sandwich. It's also home to the friendliest staff you'll come across in all of Hoboken.
Not only is the breakfast great, but the lunch and dinner are delicious too. Everything is cooked, from scratch, in this tiny cafe'.
Fantastic coffee too.
Great for soccer fans.
Great for people who enjoy a home kitchen feel. -
Review from Kathy S.
Orlando, FL
9/6/2008
I love this place. It's always a fun time walking into The Little Grocery and getting my coffee at any time of day. They're all so friendly and never disappoint.
Everything is fresh and food is delish. 3 course dinner is a steal at $9.95! -
Review from Jordan K.
Hoboken, NJ
6/19/2011
Great food, great atmosphere, and great service. All homemade right in front of you. This is my breakfast shop now
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Review from Jessica W.
Hoboken, NJ
7/28/2009
i LOVE this place.. this is my saturday morning breakfast spot, sitting outside with the pup...
everything here is delicious and reasonably priced for the quality... amazing ham egg and cheese sandwiches on the delish balthazaar bread... i have yet to try dinner here but am going to try it soon for their buffet dinners..
the owner is a really nice guy, too. -
Review from Shreekant V.
Jersey City, NJ
6/28/2008
Great little place. I love there selection of cheeses. I think my buddy Matt Holgate, a cheese expert, would love it too. The owner is really friendly and it's just a cozy place to some yummy food. They have a complete dinner that is cheap for three courses!
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Review from Jason R.
Hoboken, NJ
Updated - 8/20/2009
I tried the Egg Sandwich, w ham and cheese. It was excellent - the bread was some kind of fresh boule roll, the eggs and ham were delicious, and there was a hint of sweetness, plus gruyere cheese! This place is the bomb diggity.
Listed in: Good Eats in New Jersey
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6/24/2009
Classy little french cafe. Great chef. $9.99 for crispy jerk chicken, grilled vegetables, good bread… Read more »
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Review from Alex Y.
Hoboken, NJ
Updated - 5/30/2010
The food is great, and their "best egg bagel/sandwich in Hoboken" really IS the best. The french toast is also very good. They usually have croissants and muffins from Balthazer, so that's also a plus.
Everyone there are really friendly. Unless it's a Saturday or Sunday, in which case there is usually a giant morning rush and they can't really talk to you without orders flying over their heads...
Secrets: The muffins are low-fat. Ha, who would have guessed!? They are made with yogurt and are fluffy and soft on the inside. The outside is nice and slightly crunchy.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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12/26/2009
This is just one of the places where you fall in love with the atmosphere. The food is all made on… Read more »
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Review from Jennifer L.
Brooklyn, NY
12/31/2009
We went there after hearing the hype about this place.
My boyfriend and I ordered the pancakes. They were made from Bisquick with crappy, frozen strawberries mixed in. It was very subpar. I make pancakes four times as good from home.
Not worth the trip. -
Review from Matthew V.
Jersey City, NJ
12/11/2009
This is my favorite restaurant in Hoboken. They have great food and a very laid-back atmosphere. Everyone who works there is friendly. I particularly enjoy their breakfasts and outdoor seating -- in the summer, of course.
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Review from Katherine P.
Hoboken, NJ
12/6/2010
My husband and I had been to this place once before for breakfast and we were pleasantly surprised. We learned that they provide a custom dinner for $20 for six or more people and decided to try it out. We arranged the menu in advance with Peggy, the chef's wife, and she assured us that everything was in place. My husband stopped by the place earlier in the week to introduce himself and see if they received our menu. They let us know that there wouldn't be any problems with making any of the items. Everything quickly went downhill once we arrived at the restaurant though. Only one out of the five menu items we had prearranged with Peggy was provided to us. The chef seemed to just have made the other items on the fly without consulting with his wife Peggy on the menu. Two of the people in our party do not eat salmon and he made what was essentially a salmon burrito. It had an overpowering flavor, it was overcooked, and it was like eating a brick. We ordered a chocolate cake and received a mixed fruit pie instead. The chef also did not explain how everything worked there. We sat at the table when we arrived and weren't sure whether we should serve ourselves, there were no glasses, plates, utensils, or napkins on the table. After 20 minutes, my husband just got up and confirmed with the chef that we serve ourselves. To add insult to injury, the restaurant was freezing!! It seemed like the air conditioning was on. We asked him to raise the heat several times, but it didn't seem to take. I would recommend that you only go here for breakfast. The service was spotty at best and they obviously didn't listen to our requests for the menu items.
