About Theboil Jersey City

Theboil Jersey City is one of those places you mention to friends when you want seafood that feels fun, messy, and completely worth it. Located at 8 Erie St, Jersey City, NJ 07302, United States, this seafood restaurant brings bold flavors and a laid-back vibe right into the heart of the neighborhood. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels casual and welcoming, making it just as good for a relaxed lunch as it is for a lively dinner with friends. The menu leans into comfort food with personality, offering seafood boils, small plates, and satisfying options that encourage sharing and digging in. Alongside the food, the drink selection adds another layer to the experience, with beer, wine, cocktails, and spirits available, plus happy-hour drinks that make stopping by after work an easy choice. Theboil Jersey City also keeps different dining styles in mind, offering outdoor seating when the weather cooperates, as well as dine-in service for those who want the full experience. If staying home sounds better, delivery and takeaway options make it simple to enjoy the same flavors without changing plans. The offerings go beyond just seafood lovers, with vegetarian options, organic dishes, salads, and a salad bar that help round out the menu and appeal to mixed groups. Service is designed to be flexible and convenient, whether you are grabbing a quick bite or settling in for a longer meal with cocktails and small plates on the table. What really stands out is how approachable everything feels, from the menu layout to the friendly energy of the space, which makes first-time visitors feel comfortable right away. Introducing Theboil Jersey City to someone usually comes with a bit of excitement, because it is the kind of spot that fits many moods and occasions without trying too hard.

Special Menu

Cajun Fries

................................US$10.00

Served with Remoulade sauce.

Sweet Potato Fries

................................US$13.00

Fried Calamari

................................US$19.00

Served with Spicy Marinara and Olive sauce.

Mac And Cheese

................................US$13.00

Made with Parmesan and cheddar topped off with chopped parsley.

Cajun Fried Chicken Wings (6 Pcs)

................................US$17.00

3 pieces Flap, 3 pieces Drumstick. Served with Chipotle sauce and garnish with orange.

Southern Fried Chicken Wings (6 Pcs)

................................US$17.00

3 pieces Flap, 3 pieces Drumstick. Served with Chipotle sauce and garnish with orange.

Bang Bang Shrimp

................................US$19.00

Crispy shrimp bites tossed in our signature zesty cream sauce. (7 pieces)

Crab Cake

................................US$25.00

Served with Coleslaw and Remoulade sauce.

Full Menu

Gallery

Business Info

Service options

+ Outdoor seating

+ Delivery

+ On-site services

+ Takeaway

+ Dine-in

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair-accessible seating

+ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

+ Assistive hearing loop

+ Wheelchair-accessible car park

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Cocktails

+ Comfort food

+ Happy-hour drinks

+ Happy-hour food

+ Organic dishes

+ Salad bar

+ Small plates

+ Spirits

+ Vegetarian options

+ Wine

Dining options

+ Dinner

+ Catering

+ Seating

Amenities

+ Bar on site

+ Toilet

Crowd

+ Family friendly

+ LGBTQ+ friendly

+ Transgender safe space

Planning

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

+ Credit cards

Children

+ Good for kids

+ Has changing table(s)

+ High chairs

Parking

+ Free of charge street parking

+ Free parking lot

+ On-site parking

+ Parking

Pets

+ Dogs allowed outside

8 Erie St, Jersey City, NJ 07302, United States

Reviews

If you are a fan of the boil, this is a great location! They sat us at spacious booth for a group of 3. It was Friday evening and we did not have a res, but it was on the earlier side around 6pm. Classic the boil menu. For vegetarians- I had the potatoes, mac and cheese, and garlic bread- and left full. Plus service was friendly and attentive.

- Erin M -

Reservations were made in celebration of my birthday in which the restaurant knew, but there was no celebration/ acknowledgement from the staff . Anyway, I was craving the boil bag with garlic butter sauce, it was ok, (not enough garlic & the sauce was thickened ), also had fried calamari, rice & my date had sliders, enjoyed with Modelo, and i indulged in 3 Bayou drinks and a couple of shots. The atmosphere was cool and not to pricy. I'll definitely return but will choose a different source for the boil bag. Everything else was decent so check it out! Beware parking sucks!

- Candra Baerga -

This place is a solid option for flavorful seafood in the Jersey City area. I'd probably give it 4.5 stars if I was able to grant halves in ratings. The environment is fun and well decorated. It's seafood boil style so you get to eat with your hands (with gloves) and get the table messy which may not be for everyone, but I enjoyed it! We ordered two combos: Combo B (lobster with shrimp) and the Queen Combo (snow crab with shrimp). Both flavors being TheBoil Special (Cajun blend) and Fire for spicy level. We were cautioned about the fire spice level but thoroughly enjoyed the heat. Be sure to wear gloves for your hands when digging in. The potatoes are a nice addition to the mix too. Don't eat the corn unless you want spicy lips (if ordering spicy). What I like about The Boil is that you can really choose your own adventure. Everything is very customizable from the type of seafood, to the flavor profile, to the spice level. There should definitely be something for everyone (as long as they enjoy seafood). I'd be happy to come back the next time I'm craving seafood and love that it's probably one of the only places in the area where you can get delicious snow crab legs- a favorite!

- Bailey Jaworski -