Why Lokal Is One of the Best Outdoor Dining Spots in New Jersey

Prime Waterfront Location

If you’re in search of an outdoor dining spot with one of the best views in all of New Jersey, we invite you and yours to celebrate the warm weather here at Lokal for an unparalleled waterfront experience.

Whether you’re gathering the fam for Sunday brunch or looking for the perfect romantic night out, feel the stress melt away as you kick back on our upscale patio with one of our craft-made cocktails and mocktails and enjoy the sights and sounds of the riverfront coming alive for the season. 

Located just steps from the Newport PATH station, Exchange Place Station, and Harborside Ferry, Lokal is the perfect neighborhood spot for Jersey City residents, and convenient for Manhattanites and visitors alike. 

Ambiance & Atmosphere

Once you step foot on our patio and experience the serene waterfront setting, we’re sure we’ll climb to the top of your list of the best restaurants with outdoor dining near you. Listen to the seabirds call and watch the sun set behind the World Trade Center and lower Manhattan while toasting the return of bright days and warm, storied nights. As the cityscape sparkles across the water and the fairy lights come on above the umbrellas, savor the romance of the present moment while dining in a place of legend.  

Perfect for Any Occasion

With a seasonal, locally-driven menu and impeccable service with outdoor dining along the riverfront, whether you’re aiming to impress a first date, splurging on your deserving mom for Mother’s Day, reconnecting with friends, looking for a happy hour spot to unwind after a long day of hustling, or you’re just visiting NYC and searching high and low for killer Manhattan views, Lokal is the place for you. 

As locals know, there’s really nothing quite like the view from this side of the river. We’re also the perfect backdrop for special events and can accommodate intimate occasions and bustling celebrations alike. 

Seasonal Menu With Outdoor Flair

Come for the views and the vibes, but stay for the globally inspired seasonal menu recently updated to highlight the vibrancy of the season. Our spring menu focuses on lighter fare such as ceviche, salmon tartare, and a gorgeous stone fruit bruléed burrata salad with frisée and blueberry-citrus vinaigrette. Plus, enjoy smoke-tinged favorites and fresh pasta like the luscious new grilled lobster pappardelle taglio. 

With shareable small plates like blistered shishito peppers and tempura rock shrimp served with a creamy, spicy aji amarillo sauce and our artisanal meat and cheese boards, our fresh menu has been created especially for riverfront outdoor dining with your crew. Nothing complements sunshine and water like a plate of fresh oysters and a bright, herbaceous cocktail in hand.