dullboy
Waterfront, Jersey City
Restaurant in Jersey City, United States
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
dullboy is worth considering for an easy Grove Street night when the plan is casual, social, and drinks-friendly rather than a formal dinner. Cross-shop Orale Mexican Kitchen for a livelier food-first meal, Skinner's Loft for a neighborhood standby, or Ox Restaurant for a more serious dinner.
About dullboy
Is dullboy worth considering in Jersey City? It can be, especially if the timing and dress code fit the plan. The schedule is straightforward: dullboy is closed Monday; open Tuesday and Wednesday from 4–10 PM; Thursday and Friday from 9 AM–12 AM; Saturday from 9 AM–11 PM; and Sunday from 2–10 PM. The dress code is smart casual.
The safest way to evaluate dullboy is by schedule and occasion fit. It is a Jersey City option with several later operating nights.
Pick it for timing and smart-casual ease
The clearest planning signal is the weekly schedule. Tuesday and Wednesday are evening-only from 4–10 PM, Thursday and Friday run from 9 AM to midnight, Saturday runs from 9 AM–11 PM, and Sunday runs from 2–10 PM. Monday is closed.
For 2026 planning, dullboy is a Jersey City venue with smart-casual expectations and useful later hours on select days. Confirm cuisine, prices, reservations, and menu structure directly before positioning it as a destination restaurant, tasting-menu counter, or chef-led special-occasion room.
Use comparison options to decide how polished the night needs to be
If you are comparing options, Orale Mexican Kitchen, Skinner's Loft, and STUDIO may be useful names to cross-shop depending on the kind of evening you want. Dullboy is most clearly defined by schedule and smart-casual dress, so compare current menus, booking policies, and atmosphere directly before choosing.
Panaderya Salvaje and Ox Restaurant are also relevant comparison points for diners building a shortlist. Against that set, dullboy is easiest to assess by its operating hours and dress code rather than by claims about cuisine, pricing, bar seating, or a particular dining format.
Planning details
- Location
- 364 Grove St Unit 2, Jersey City, NJ 07302
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- dullboybar.com
- Phone
- +12017951628
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Dullboy reads as a deliberately understated neighborhood spot that prefers a quieter, more considered presence to overt street-level showmanship. The secondary-unit address and narrow storefront language make the room feel intimate and tucked-away rather than theatrical. Its branding leans toward the industrious and self-aware: a tone that translates into a restrained, slightly edgy interior rather than overt warmth. The result is a place that rewards regulars and curious locals: low-key, purposeful, and compact, with an uncompromising personality that sits comfortably against Grove Street’s slower, residential rhythm.
Best For
This is a neighborhood destination that works especially well for evening visits and late-night counterpoints to busier corridors nearby. Because the venue trades on repeat local traffic rather than destination tasting menus, it suits weekday after-work meals and casual dinners where familiarity matters. The signature burger and other highlighted dishes make it a natural option for relaxed meals and late-night bites, while the compact, secondary-unit layout encourages solo dining or small, familiar groups who appreciate a place that prioritizes neighborhood loyalty over tourist traffic.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the signature items that appear in the venue’s shorthand, the burger and its named dishes, as an efficient way to read the kitchen’s strengths. Given the neighborhood focus and late-night tendencies, expect straightforward, well-executed plates designed for repeat visits rather than elaborate tasting sequences. If you’re coming after work or later in the evening, order staples that showcase the kitchen’s approach; the concise menu architecture implies that the standout items are worth prioritizing.
Venue details
Ambiance
Stylish and chill atmosphere with brick walls and a welcoming vibe ideal for unwinding.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Craft cocktails
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- burger
- The Corita
- The Betty
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 364 Grove St Unit 2, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Orale Mexican Kitchen, Notable alternative
- Skinner's Loft, Notable alternative
- STUDIO, Notable alternative
- Panaderya Salvaje, Notable alternative
- Ox Restaurant, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How dullboy compares in Jersey City
Against Orale Mexican Kitchen, dullboy is the more casual choice for a drinks-led night; Orale is the better pick when the group wants a louder Mexican dinner with more food focus. Skinner's Loft is the safer neighborhood-restaurant play, especially for mixed-age groups or a meal that needs broader comfort appeal.
STUDIO is the stronger option when ambiance and design are the point of the booking. Panaderya Salvaje makes more sense for a daytime bakery stop than a full evening plan. Ox Restaurant is the cross-shop for diners who want a more complete dinner experience, while dullboy is easier to justify when flexibility and Downtown energy matter more than a defined culinary brief.
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Compare dullboy
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| dullboy | Jersey City | No published awards |
| Orale Mexican Kitchen | Jersey City | No published awards |
| Skinner's Loft | Jersey City | No published awards |
| STUDIO | Jersey City | No published awards |
| Panaderya Salvaje | Jersey City | No published awards |
| Ox Restaurant | Jersey City | No published awards |
How dullboy Jersey City compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to dullboy in Jersey City?
Other options to compare include Orale Mexican Kitchen, Skinner's Loft, STUDIO, Panaderya Salvaje, and Ox Restaurant. Dullboy is in Jersey City, has smart-casual dress, and operates on a schedule that includes later hours on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Is dullboy good for solo dining?
If you are planning a one-person visit, use the hours as the main guide: Tuesday and Wednesday are 4–10 PM, Thursday and Friday are 9 AM–12 AM, Saturday is 9 AM–11 PM, and Sunday is 2–10 PM.
Is lunch or dinner better at dullboy?
The schedule includes evening service on several days and 9 AM openings on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
What should I wear to dullboy?
The dress code is smart casual. Neat, relaxed attire is the safest planning choice for a visit in Jersey City.
Is dullboy good for a special occasion?
That depends on the kind of occasion. Dullboy is a smart-casual Jersey City option with later hours on select nights.
