Corkscrew Bar
“There are three scenarios that I usually find myself in here:
BRUNCH.”
“They currently have a "Screw Burger" that is amazing, with Gorgonzola cheese and a spicy Cajun mayo.”
“The owner, taking a hint from the slow gentrification process in the Heights, gave this bar a beautiful facelift.”
Corkscrew Bar
Takes Reservations: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Happy Hour: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
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Weekend brunch review.
Well this was a very pleasant surprise.
Brunch is a favorite for me and the Mrs.
The Corkscrew has a pretty nice sized menu with about nine to ten items for brunch. It was hard to choose. I finally decided on the brunch burger which had a Jersey sandwich staple, Taylor ham, egg and American cheese. It is served on toasted bun and topped with a sriracha aioli and accompanied by sweet potato fries. There is just something about a burger cooked on a grill that makes your mouth water. This burger does that and more. They are known for their burgers and I can see why, they are outstanding.
The wife had the brunch Cubano, a traditional Cuban sandwich topped with a runny egg on an English muffin. It also comes with fried plantains. She really enjoyed it saying the egg with the salty pork and pickles were delicious.
Believe it or not there was a three piece Jazz band that started playing shortly before we left. Which of course caused me to order a pint to prolong the stay. I had the Illusive Traveler Grapefruit Shandy. It was very refreshing with just a hint of the grapefruit.
I would definitely come back. Though they probably should think about hiring a waitress during the weekends as they were packed and seemed to me that 3 people just aren't enough.
Yay neighborhood bar!
I swear I had already reviewed this place but it seems like that review is gone so here we go again.
I've been to corkscrew before and after the renovations and must say kudos for the update!! Adding windows to the location is a big PLUS along with getting the pool table out. Sorry, not sorry. They have definitely update on so many level and kept the same feel as to a great neighborhood bar.
Their food has stayed yummy and perhaps better than before. Their burgers are so delicious, the fries and the perfect amount of crispiness. They have Sunday Brunch that has live music as well. Trivia on Thursday nights and I think Ladies night on Saturday. TVs to watch games, high top tables, they even have a jukebox machine where you can play music.
Definitely a great bar in the heights.
Utterly amazing bar food!! Perfect for late night cravings like buffalo wings, cajun fries or a delicious screw burger. Add a couple of blue moons and you are in business. My wife and I drove by this place repeatedly on our way back home and always wondered if the food was any good. Boy we got more than impressed by it. We are from union city so it's perfect if you live close by the heights. Parking is tricky but you can usually find a spot on webster. Back to the food they got so many combinations for their burgers and fries that you can definitely find something to suit your needs. They got specials every night and live music during the week.
The service is also on top of its game. The staff is friendly and efficient.
I would highly recommend stopping by this joint. Planning to come back soon. Can't get enough of those wings and fries combination.
My only lament is that I live so far away, otherwise I would be a regular in this cozy bar!
I was visiting my friends in JC and we were in need of some brunch/lunch options. My friend suggested his new favorite place, the remodeled Corkscrew, advice which I'm glad I took. The remodeled interior was very welcoming, with dark wood and a semi-rustic feel. The large windows made for great lighting and people watching as we enjoyed our food and drinks. The music was perfect, the playlist was on point for the 25-35 year old crowd. There wasn't a bad song played, all familiar favorites. I do love me some 90's R&B.
The tap list, while not overly extensive, was very impressive. Its a rotating selection with excellent offerings from Ommegang, Brooklyn, Dogfish Head, and other reputable craft breweries. As a beer drinker, I was very excited by the offerings and sad I could not try everything as I had to drive into NYC directly after the meal. I was able to try a tasty saison, and I will definitely be back to try more. There was also a nice selection of specialty mixed drinks and daily cocktail specials. This is the kind of place where drinkers of all varieties will find something to satisfy their palate.
The food selection is limited because there really isn't a full kitchen space. All the food looks to be prepared in a small griddle area behind the bar. Given these limitations, the menu is still impressive. I got the Screw Burger, while my friends had eggs benedict and the chicken and waffles. The burger and eggs benedict were good, but not great, pretty standard fare. I liked the thin cut fries that accompanied the burger, crispy and fresh. The real standout was the chicken and waffles. The tenderloins that topped the fresh, fluffy Belgian waffle were so moist and well seasoned, they easily make my top 5 list of chicken and waffles I've ever had. However they're preparing those chicken tenders, I'm convinced there some wizardry happening. The dinner specials looked really good, but sadly were not available during lunch.
This is a true neighborhood bar, one that makes you feel at home the moment you walk through the door. The friendly, attentive staff, chill music and ambience, and delicious food make me wish they'd open up shop next to me in Morristown. Until then, I'll gladly make the trek up the JC.
One of the local bars in Jersey City Heights. Walked over to check it out. It wasn't packed when we walked in on a Saturday night. We sat at the bar. I found out that it Saturdays are Ladies Nights so all martinis were $5. I asked the bartender to make me a sweet martini and he made me a white gummy bear martini which was pretty delicious. They also have a pretty decent beer selection. The kitchen is behind the bar area in the back corner. They have a pretty simple food menu considering they don't have a real kitchen. I was pretty amazed by what they can make. We had 2 drinks and left. The place was pretty crowded by the time we were leaving. All the seats at the bar were taken. They also have Trivia Thursdays and brunch on weekends until 4pm. I will definitely be back to check that out.
What a pleasant surprise this place is. I must say for that area this spot was way last on my list for places to go eat and drink just because I remember what it used to be before their renovation.
But it's a cute spot! Small and intimate with speedy service. The locals there are all super friendly and the food is actually pretty amazing! The chicken and waffles takes the cake for me but their burgers are delicious as well.
Plus they have trivia nights – I now know how I will be spending my Tuesday evenings… For those who haven't been definitely check this place out! It wont disappoint.
I am a sucker for a good neighborhood bar!! And this one stole my heart!! My boyfriend lives around the corner and we often find ourselves here when we want a drink, a great dinner , or even just want to get out of the house! I seriously enjoy the service, the waiters and bartenders are so friendly, helpful, and great to chat with! The atmosphere and people are never too rowdy and always comforting.
We stopped in on a fall night to grab a bite and some drinks before meeting friends downtown. The apple bottom burger was so on point and I like to say "tasted like fall".
The drinks are priced great, I love cider which usually runs around 6-7$ and they have lots of beer on tap.
This place got a major overhaul a bit ago. The owner, taking a hint from the slow gentrification process in the Heights, gave this bar a beautiful facelift. This place is TOTALLY different than what my partner and I witnessed when we gave it a try about 2 years ago. Being slightly turned off by the ratchet-ish ambiance, I vowed not to return. BUT this place has totally changed since then and it certainly still has that neighborhood feel with a more refined ambiance, adorned with new wood floors and tables, and flat screen tvs, but most importantly: an actually appetizing menu. Yes, there's the classic bar food but they take it a step further serving bar food that's worth trying and isn't only fried crap.
They even have a brunch menu! I truly enjoyed my calm, chill brunch experience recently on a Sunday. My beau and I, refusing to wait for brunch at a downtown JC spot, decided to try the chicken & waffle dish offered here. We were so surprised at how good the food was! The waffle was fluffy & soft, what you expect from a great waffle, and the chicken (boneless strips & I ordered a side of sweet & spicy chicken wings) were cooked/fried to a yummy crispness that satisfied our Sunday brunch cravings.
Top that with a $5 mimosa and a $4 Yeungling and we were set. The Big Bang Theory on tv was also a plus!
This is a great neighborhood spot!