What our Clients Say

• Ridiculously amazing flaming chorizo. The shrimp in garlic is totally delicious. A unique item on the menu was fried sardines,... read moreRidiculously amazing flaming chorizo. The shrimp in garlic is totally delicious. A unique item on the menu was fried sardines, super yummy; nice depth of flavor with perfect amount of acidity-sauce was perfect with the bread! read less

  

  

  Panos I.

  12/04/2018

  It's easy to miss Broa as it's slightly below street level on Grove St, but if you want a tasty,... read moreIt's easy to miss Broa as it's slightly below street level on Grove St, but if you want a tasty, affordable and unique dining experience it's well worth seeking out.
  
  Inside the decor is charmingly rustic and there is a mix of communal tables and smaller two and four tops. It's not huge inside (it does have outdoor seating out back in the warmer months) and it's a popular place so you may have to wait a short time for a table but trust me it's worth it.(We waited for about 15 minutes at 8 o'clock on a Saturday night for a place for two people, I think they take bookings for larger parties which I would advise if there are a few of you).
  
  The owner and staff are delightful and the ambience and quality of food reminds me of countryside restaurants across southern Europe.
  
  It's BYOB which is great, Coolvines is an excellent wine store conveniently situated across the street. The food is very reasonably priced, portions are generous, and I recommend that you order a mix of dishes for your party and split them all between you. There's no set menu, the owners buy and cook what looks good daily, which means that you get to eat seasonally, eat the best quality items, and you're not going to tire of eating here.
  
  All the food we ate here was so good, fresh, lovingly prepared and bursting with flavor. We ate oven braised Octopus which was meltingly tender and served with small roasted potatoes, Chorizo Assado, (smoked Portugeuse sausage) which was served with mustard and pickled vegetables and brought to the table still cooking in flames in a traditional terracotta dish, and a Black Eye Pea Salad which was tart and vinegary - the perfect complement to the richness of the sausage and octopus. For dessert we had the traditional Portugeuse egg custard tarts which were baked to order and served piping hot.
  
  The whole evening was a joy from start to finish, excellent food, ambience and service. I've walked past Broa numerous times and am absolutely kicking myself that I never went to eat there sooner! I will be back! read less

  

  

  Emma P.

  4/08/2018

  LOVED this place.  The service, atmosphere and food were memorable.  The place is small with a lively vibe.  Our server... read moreLOVED this place.  The service, atmosphere and food were memorable.  The place is small with a lively vibe.  Our server (Tiago) was extremely friendly and service was outstanding.  We were in a group of 7 and had so much fun at this restaurant.  Sat for over 3 1/2 hours!  We opted for the tasting menu at $40 which was very reasonable.  The food was different and delicious.  We had no idea what was coming which added to the fun.  The menu gets changed daily or weekly.  It is BYOB which keeps the cost down.  Will definitely visit this place again. read less

  

  

  Mary M.

  11/16/2018

• This is my favorite restaurant in Jersey City. Warm, intimate, authentic. The food is delicious and the menu is always... read moreThis is my favorite restaurant in Jersey City. Warm, intimate, authentic. The food is delicious and the menu is always changing. The chef/owner is friendly and his cooking hits the mark every time that I've been there. The staff is accommodating. The food served "tapas" style, is filling and delicious. This is the first place I recommend to anyone who wants to eat in Jersey City. read less

  

  

  Mark D.

  7/03/2018

  Very sweet, tucked away restaurant on Grove Street.  The menu changes daily and the interior feels like your in someone... read moreVery sweet, tucked away restaurant on Grove Street.  The menu changes daily and the interior feels like your in someone summer cottage home.  The service is intimate and attentive.  Many seafood and meat options as it is a Portuguese restaurant.  3 of us went and had several small plates to share- the grilled octopus was amazing.  Food was cooked simply but to perfection.  BYOB! read less

  

  

  Patricia C.

  6/21/2018

  I've been here a few times now.  Authentic Portuguese food and it's really good!  The menu changes frequently; they write... read moreI've been here a few times now.  Authentic Portuguese food and it's really good!  The menu changes frequently; they write it on a big chalkboard and as the night goes on, items start getting erased from the board.  I speak from experience....as I sadly saw my dreams of garlic shrimp get wiped away with a quick swipe.
  
  Small space, so please make a reservation or you'll be waiting awkwardly in a space that's way too tight for you to be hanging out in (winter problems).  They do have a bigger outside area in the back, so once the warmer weather comes, there will be more options.  
  
  A truly great, rustic little spot. read less

  

  

  Sara G.

  3/30/2019

• Broa should mean "great place to eat"...
  
  We went to Broa on Saturday night, my party had grown from 6 to... read moreBroa should mean "great place to eat"...
  
  We went to Broa on Saturday night, my party had grown from 6 to 12.  I knew we had a challenge...The staff was very accommodating, albeit we had to wait longer than expected, but they were able to sit us at their large table situated in the middle of the dining room.  The wait was worth the while.  We had a great time, food was plenty, service was phenomenal... when we came to realized the place was empty they had closed and never told us a word.  They let us be and when the time was right they bough dessert and coffee.  I will patronize this locale over and over again and will continue to come with good friends and family for a good time.  I have to thank the staff you guys were great... read less

  

  

  Peter V.

  6/18/2018

  This is my favorite restaurant in Jersey City. Warm, intimate, authentic. The food is delicious and the menu is always... read moreThis is my favorite restaurant in Jersey City. Warm, intimate, authentic. The food is delicious and the menu is always changing. The chef/owner is friendly and his cooking hits the mark every time that I've been there. The staff is accommodating. The food served "tapas" style, is filling and delicious. This is the first place I recommend to anyone who wants to eat in Jersey City. read less

  

  

  Mark D.

  7/03/2018

  Oh. My. God. Don't go here. Please. So I don't have to wait in line to get to this AMAZING... read moreOh. My. God. Don't go here. Please. So I don't have to wait in line to get to this AMAZING food!!! Every last bite of the appetizer to main to dessert was phenomenal. read less

  

  

  Megin D.

  2/10/2019