Legal Grounds
170 Grand St, Jersey City, NJ
Crema's Take
“Legal Grounds is a beloved Jersey City institution where the worn-in charm and aroma of sizzling bacon and fresh coffee greet you the moment you walk through the door. Chris and Christian, the family owners who've been running this place for decades, make everyone feel instantly at home while serving up some of the best breakfast sandwiches around, perfectly paired with thoughtfully made coffee like their standout decaf soy latte. It's the kind of unpretentious neighborhood spot where you'll want to linger over breakfast, chat with regulars, and understand why locals keep coming back generation after generation.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Interesting little hole-in-the-wall! Has a pretty shabby old coffee shop look to it but the breakfast sandwiches and coffee are amazing!
Just randomly stop by this place as I was passing by and needed some coffee. As I entered the place I was greeted by the friendly owner and smelled the really amazing food getting cooked on the grill. Ended up getting a turkey bacon egg and cheese and it was one of the best that I have ever had.
HANDS down the best breakfast sandwich EVER! Not to mention Chris and Christian make you feel like you’re at home and are such great people. It’s been family owned for decades and is a hidden gem in JC. They do jam sessions the 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month from 4pm - 10pm. Crowd usually arrives around 6pm! Go check them out for an egg cheese and avocado (salt pepper ketchup) on the most amazing Portuguese roll that they bring in each morning fresh. Soooo good!
I loved my sandwich and coffee at this place!! Small joint, family owned. As soon as I walked in I got hit with the most delicious smell of bacon, eggs and coffee. Exactly everything you want from your local coffee shop.
Friendly service and good food! I ordered their decaf soy latte and it proved to be great! My friends got breakfast plate and bagels, they love their food too. You can also customize it a little, request light butter or/and oil. The price is also reasonable. Would love to come back again.
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