A visit to Harry’s Daughter in Jersey City revealed its aesthetically pleasing decor and inviting atmosphere, is ideal for romantic or casual dining. Located at 339 Communipaw Avenue in Jersey City shows what to expect when you walk in. You are greeted with a waiter and a selection of great music in the background that accompanies the smooth Caribbean decor with clothed and lit candles on the tables. The kitchen is open for viewing chefs hard at work in the back of the restaurant.
Due to the restaurant being full, takeout was chosen. We sat at the bar and ordered beverages while talking to the bartender who was very friendly. In the meantime, I also spoke to the manager, and she was extremely friendly and informative about the history of the restaurant.
I ordered fish and chips with a side of lobster mac and cheese. It was somewhat disappointing due to slight soggy fries because the dark battered fried fish was put on top of them, and lack of seasoning. The Lobster mac and cheese was underwhelming with only small cut pieces of lobster on top and no cheddar taste. I was looking for the lobster to be combined with the mac and cheese which would have given it better flavor. Overall, I must say my order tasted good and I had no complaint about the portions.
The next order was Nachos. My friend who was born in Mexico said he like them, but he said the spoonful of guacamole was in the corner of the box, instead of in a nice small container used for sides. In Mexico food is cooked and prepared so much different than we prepare them unless you were born there. The red sauce was also in another corner of the takeout box could have been in a small container used for sides. He did say he enjoyed the taste of the Nachos, but when opening the container, its placement was a little sloppy.
Our overall thought about Harry’s Daughter is good according to what we ordered. I have friends who have been there and enjoyed their experiences. The manager asked that we will return and eat-in and I said yes. My rating from 1-10 is 7.5 because of the mac and cheese. When it comes to service 8, and decor 9.
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