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Elysian Cafe, Hoboken, NJ

Elysian Cafe

4.7
4.7
242 Reviews
$30 and under
Café
The Elysian Cafe is a casual French-American restaurant with a large bar area, quiet back dining room and a large outdoor dining area. Located in Hoboken, NJ it is the oldest owned and operated bar in Hoboken. Beautiful 100 year old plaster ceilings span the entire inside dining area, giving a warm feeling for the dining experience. The outdoor dining cafe brings you right to the streets of Paris and are adorned in white flowers and shaded areas. The Elysian Cafe is a great place to grab a quick bite, meet up with old friends for a chatty afternoon or have a quiet dinner date.


Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 55 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Café, American, French

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (201) 798-5898

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Travis Young

  • Neighborhood

    Hoboken

  • Parking details

    None

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 242 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. Robin

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was all excellent. The servings were generous. The waiter was attentive and well versed in describing the food
  2. KeithR

    New York Area

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Great casual restaurant in Hoboken, NJ that offers both indoor and outdoor seating. The food was very good as was the ambience. Great outdoor dining experience for those that have dogs as the outdoor section conducive.
  3. SharvaP

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    I have been to the Elysian dozens of times over the years and it's been consistently good. But, the food was off Saturday evening of Memorial Day weekend. The prime rib sandwich was not prime rib - tasted more like short rib. The steak sandwich was cold and the cheese wasn't melted. Fries were undercooked and cold. i'm wondering if there were on a skeleton crew or had a substitute chef for the holiday weekend.
  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waitress was attentive and the food great as always.
  5. CliffM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was great. Russian woman. GGGGGGGGGGGGRRRRRRRRRREEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAATTTTTTTTTTTT!!!!!!!!
  6. SusanK

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Food good but our waitress super unfriendly and gruff. Noise was ridiculously loud... Will opt for outdoors next time.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was good and plentiful, especially the Steak Frite. Staff was friendly. Old school Hoboken decor but updated nicely. A bit loud ( I was sitting under the speaker) but a cool, interesting place. We’ll be back
  8. Hollyy

    New Orleans

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The outdoor dining was wonderful. very nice with flowers and shrubs. As always the food and the staff was terrific.
  9. Waiterdon

    Atlantic City

    52 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Good food but Luke warm eggs. Nice setting in fabulous Hoboken.
  10. RussianOtaku

    New York Area

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A classy and classic place. I have not been back to Elysian since before the pandemic, and I am really glad they kept up the quality. Celebrated a birthday with a group of 7 and the place was quiet for all of us to talk normally. The wine selection is not particularly robust, but covers all the bases, and cocktails are outstanding. Charcuterie board is a little sparse, but the moules frites and the homemade gnocchi are absolutely stunning!
  11. Hollyy

    New Orleans

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for Brunch on a very raining Sunday. The atmosphere & staff at the Elysian is always warm and welcoming. The bar area was hopping and the back room was quieter with families and groups celebrating. The food is ALWAYS special, wonderfully presented & tasty with plenty of choices for substitutes if you want.
  12. PHookM

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Meh. Flavorless food and drinks. I have never seen a French restaurant try to pass a bland grilled cheese as a croquet madam. Not going back.
  13. DavidS

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Food was delicious. We sat outside and enjoyed the weather. The waitress was very slow, my only gripe. Otherwise we enjoyed our dinner.
  14. Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience1
    The food here is good, but we were seated at front of the restaurant next to the bar area and there wasn't enough space. Servers couldn't reach the table to bring food. People were directly next to us yelling and with their dog.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sat at the bar for brunch, really good food and service. Nice vibe
  16. BlueJay

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience4
    We were 4 people for a Saturday Brunch, seated outside. Unfortunately the food & service were mediocre. We had eggs Benedict, traditional (ham was dry) and with salmon (salmon was salty & dry). We also ordered pancakes, with blueberries and traditional. Both orders were flat and not fluffy. The orange juice was from low quality concentrate. We ordered a cappuccino, but as it was never delivered, I can’t comment. We requested the eggs to be delivered first, followed by the pancakes. We received all 4 dishes cold and at the same time. The positive points were the patio sitting and the iced coffee, but I do not think that these can erase the bad food and service. What a disappointment.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Loved it, we will definitely be back, so many options
  18. Chris

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Great food and an outstanding menu, but the service was disappointing. Tried to have my 6-party group squeeze into a 4-person table because all the larger spaces were taken - even though we made the reservation a week in advance. After finally sitting, it was a great brunch. Service was slow but I would go back for the omelets and bellinis.
  19. DeniseF

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I go to the Elysian often it’s my happy place. One of the only places I feel comfortable dining alone. The staff is the best! And Chris the manager always makes sure I or anyone I bring with me is taken care of.
  20. TheBoken

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We’ve been coming to Elysian for 17 years. This time was special because we had both sets of grandparents together, one set from abroad. Lovely dinner. Good service. Wish the wines we wanted were available but the third was fine.
  21. Hollyy

    New Orleans

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff and even the customers were very friendly. The staff was very attentive. And of course the food was delicious.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Dinner was amazing. Tables were close together but the service and food made up for it! Great cocktails as well!
  23. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love the Elysian Cafe! The staff is so nice and their fries are the best and salty. Yum Yum Yum (says my seven year old!;) great cocktails and ambiance — and the best BLT I’ve had. Be sure to make a reservation as they get busy. I do not miss in Hoboken! ❤️
  24. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Service and ambiance are always reliable.
  25. KerryW

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Great food & service. Pretty diverse menu. Excellent bar & drink selection. Better in spring & summer due to additional outside seating.
  26. FamilyNightOut

    Tampa

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Calamari salad and the fries are THE BEST. The pork chop over white beans and spinach was also pretty good (cooked more than I requested), but at $30, it's getting pricey. Our server was right on target.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service, great atmosphere! Definitely will be back!!
  28. BrentS

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really nice spot for a date. Good wine options which were reasonably priced. And the mussels were delicious!
  29. CarmenM

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sunday brunch with mom. We sat at the bar, since it was filled and the food as well as the drinks were delicious. My mom is a picky eater and she was very happy! Thank goodness for all of the employees and their gracious hospitality. My mom added the little 🇵🇷 flag! 😊
  30. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great service
  31. JoanneE

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Couldn’t ask for a nicer waitress. Great value for lunch.
  32. LynnetteR

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We were so impressed with the staff because we were having brunch with our 2 grandchildren, 4 months, 2 1/2 y/o. They were accommodating, attentive and very kind to the babies. Our son had recommended them to us because he had gone with the kids the weekend before—same positive reaction.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’ve previously ordered takeout from Elysian but this was my first time in house. My boyfriend and I LOVED it! Casual, cozy and intimate atmosphere, incredible food with great portions, and attentive staff that gave great explanations and recommendations. We will be back many more times!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience3
    The place vas very crowded (there were not many options available in the neighborhood on a public holiday Monday for brunch…) Even so, we got a table at the very end, and was interrupted multiple times by servers and guests trying to reach other tables. The food was ok and the waiters were fine too (though probably understaffed for full capacity)
  35. DeniseF

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I go to The Elysian on a regular basis as I live right down the block. I have many choices in a 3 block radius but always choose Elysian - It’s my comfort place. The service is excellent. The atmosphere is great without being stuffy. Great food great staff. Benny and Chris are wonderful they always make sure I am taken care of. Love this place!
  36. Hollyy

    New Orleans

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a diversified selection at Brunch, from standard eggs to a wonderful lobster roll
  37. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Elysian is always great. The service is amazing, the wait staff treat us like family and the food is great.
  38. AlanR

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 11, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    The hostess had an attitude but our waitress was very nice. Overall enjoyed our meal. However, some diners/people very very loud and shouting.
  39. ReneeG

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 8, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Our family enjoyed a nice meal out to celebrate our son’s birthday. My entree of the crunchy chicken on jasmine rice with roasted carrots was very good, much better than I remember entrees at Elysian in the past. Chicken was light and had a lemon jus that was delicious. Jasmine rice was rich but not greasy at all. Serving portion was just enough, and not overloaded. Family enjoyed their food as well. Thank you Elysian Cafe!
  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall1food1service4ambience4
    They used McDonald’s fries, they were clearly McDonald’s. Could not cut into my steak because they threw a large fries under it, soggy. Food was not seasoned. Tables were not weighed done, couldn’t cut steak.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Elysian Cafe does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Elysian Cafe also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (201) 798-5898.

Elysian Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 242 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 55 times today
Google Map for Elysian Cafe

1001 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ 07030

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Hoboken

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Café, American, French

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    None

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Travis Young

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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