What our Clients Say

• Broa is a great place to stop into Portugal in the heart of downtown JC.. The chef Mike is so... read moreBroa is a great place to stop into Portugal in the heart of downtown JC.. The chef Mike is so creative and his staff is like hanging out with family.  This is a great place  to enjoy delicious food some laughs and amazing eats.. I love .. read less

  

  

  Andrea R.

  11/10/2018

  Brah....I'm still trying to process all the amazing foods from last night. The quick: Broa definitely knows high quality ingredients... read moreBrah....I'm still trying to process all the amazing foods from last night. The quick: Broa definitely knows high quality ingredients and the techniques needed to cook everything to perfection.
  
  Everything, and I mean EVERYTHING, was cooked exquisitely (Broa may have been the first place I've been too in a really really long time that knows how to cook shrimp). The menu changes every night, which just feeds my need to go back more often. The staff are super friendly in spite of the annoying hipsters that act as if they have graced Broa with lumberjack stench.  Seriously, folks can we talk about this... be human and be kind...also remember you're not that important so bug off.  Broa reminds of me going into someone's home for an amazing homemade feast... so if you are snickering at a small space you best wait until the summer when they open up their patio.  
  
  I do recommend making reservations,  we came in during a snow storm thinking we wouldn't need one and it was still packed. Also, even with reservations expect a wait...they will not rush guests out so when folks are taking their time (which during a snow storm they will).  However, the staff went out of their way to make us feel valued while we waited (and honestly,  the wait was worth it).  From start to finish: bread and freshly marinated olives (like who even comments on olives...but they are that good),  fresh cheese with jam, shrimp, oysters, and dessert everything hit so.many different flavor notes. If you are a foodie- you must come here. read less

  

  

  Cyn M.

  2/18/2018

  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

• I found this restaurant on instagram so my fiancé and I decided to try it out... it was awesome! The... read moreI found this restaurant on instagram so my fiancé and I decided to try it out... it was awesome! The menu changes daily. We thought 4 tapas wouldn't be enough but the server ensured us it was, he was right. They are filling and delicious. Also BYO!! Great spot in jersey city. We are definitely coming back! read less

  

  

  Nunzia P.

  5/27/2018

  I love this place. I'm only sad that it took me two years of hearing about it to finally go.... read moreI love this place. I'm only sad that it took me two years of hearing about it to finally go. I went with my boyfriend after work on a Wednesday. The space is adorable. A very homey feel. When it's nice out they open all the windows and doors and it's just the most adorable. It's a BYO spot which is amazing so we brought some wine to have with our food. The menu is on a chalkboard when you walk in and it's the only menu so you have to take a pic before you sit down. I love that. Very eco-friendly of We ordered all the recommendations the waiter gave us. We started with the garlic shrimp. Omg it was sooo good. The shrimp was perfectly cooked and if you love garlic you will obsess over this dish. Then we had the Alheira, a chicken and pork sausage fried with a fried egg on top. I've never had anything like this before. This is one of those dishes you NEED to get every time you go. Not that we. Ended it but we also got the steak. The flavoring was so tasty! We ended with a dessert that I forget the name of, but it was nothing short of delicious!  I can't wait to return read less

  

  

  Merica K.

  5/23/2018

  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

  I was charged with the task of finding a place to eat dinner last night. I figured why not small... read moreI was charged with the task of finding a place to eat dinner last night. I figured why not small plates/tapas. So we stumbled across Broa - a place I have never heard of or even saw on yelp until the other day. Woahhhh!
  
  Anyways, we walk in and the server immediately greets us and asks where we would like to sit. There was ample seating options available. We asked to be seated outside where it there was lots of shade. The cute wooden tables, the tiny Edison living bulbs, and the overall architecture really made me feel cozy. I can only hope that the look they were going for!
  
  Our server greeted us again and he was super accommodating. We even had an excellent conversation about skydiving and where a friends loyalty stands. Yeah, things got deep.
  
  We started our dinner by ordering the blue crab. I didn't try it so I won't be able to speak much about it. However, I did order the seafood cakes which was made with shrimp, scallops, and crab. It was laid on top of this spicy aioli and really brought out the taste of the meat. Next we're the buttered chicken thighs which were oh so tender and salty. Although it's unclear to me if the salt was from the butter or the seasoning from the chicken. Either way, it was delicious! I liked how the sauce was not creamy and overwhelming.
  
  After we devoured our food, we were tempted to buy the chorizo but we resisted. Overall, my experience was delightful - from the minute we walked in to the time we said good bye to our server. Everything was exceptional and more importantly, the food was fantastic!
  
  Side note: it's BYOB and there is only one menu. I thought this was kind of cool. read less

  

  

  Krina P.

  7/11/2018

  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