“ This place is 100% a hidden gem! It's so unassuming on the outside with a windowless garage door- we almost thought we were in the wrong place. Don't be fooled because it's so cozy inside! It's spacious and dog-friendly too. They do flights, so I was able to try a variety. My favorite was the Snickers stout- so creamy and chocolatey. I also loved the Peaches & Cream IPA. They have a great variety of beers with something for everyone, so you definitely won't be disappointed! We also grabbed a bite of BBQ from the visiting vendor. The bartender was friendly and had great recommendations. ”

“ (Drank 07/14/23 FR @ 5:00pm): Yup... this definitely was a brewing company in New Jersey! On this recent trip, I was on a mission to explore the small beer scene in/around Jersey City and ended up at New Jersey Brewing Co. as my second brewery. This time, my friend and I found ourselves in the township of North Bergen which neither of us had been to before. With a tap list heavily-focused on IPAs, it was difficult for my friend to find something she could drink, and IPAs weren't one of my top three choices. Would there be a drinkable brew for us in this part of New Jersey!? PURCHASE Mango On My Mind IPA Beer 7.0% ABV 16floz Draft ($7.00): Bright mango orange color, slight hoppy mango aroma, low body, slight hoppy mango tropical flavor, mouthfeel finish, and slight hoppy mango tropical aftertaste - mango! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=_IcJ-ZTkhPrxlFYZ99d6dQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Blood Orange American LBIPA Beer 6.6% ABV 16floz Draft ($6.00 x3): Hazy orange color, slight hoppy orange aroma, low body, slight hoppy orange sweet flavor, drying finish, and slight hoppy orange aftertaste - Vitamin-C! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=k5tVoWFXZTLIXnZR2QnBrQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Algorithmic Design NEDIPA Beer 7.8% ABV 16floz Draft ($7.00): Hazy orange color, citrusy hoppy aroma, low body, citrusy hoppy piney flavor, drying finish, and citrusy hoppy aftertaste - in the weeds! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=9z73WMXT-bfnwzAq304pkQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Freedom! DIPA Beer 8.2% ABV 10floz Draft ($7.00): Dark amber color, hoppy piney aroma, medium body, hoppy piney flavor, drying finish, and bitter hoppy aftertaste - left me parched. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=LkoLxaNxlaE3p1pmiTKjzg&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw Watermelon Sour Fruited Beer 8.0% ABV 10floz Draft ($7.00): Bright orange color, tart tropical watermelon aroma, low body, candy fruity tart tropical flavor, tart finish, and candy tart watermelon aftertaste - yes! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=cwkMVc4jrgRo4JvIOA-U5Q&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw The Hangover Pretzel Co. Ched'a Ranch Pretzel Pieces 11.2oz Bag ($8.00): Because all we had in our bellies was froyo, we needed something to help absorb the beer. The flavor had more ranch than cheddar, but each piece was a bit large and harder than expected. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=tPaeRPdG6qUX3eXerLW7YA&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw SERVICE We were immediately greeted by two friendly young men behind the bar who were ready to give us the lowdown about their beers! After we secured seating, they were kind and patient enough to offer free samples to my friend who wasn't an IPA drinker. Afterwards, I continuously approached the bar to place an order during our stay. There wasn't any table service, so on each trip I returned our empties. Everything was no-frills straightforward which was fine with us - all was good! PARKING (FREE; N/A this instance) We took the light rail to Tonnelle Ave. Station and walked about 10 minutes along a busy street into a somewhat industrial area. They didn't have an onsite lot. Otherwise, there appeared to be plenty of spots along the main drag of 43rd St., the major thoroughfare of Tonnelle Ave., and nearby surrounding side streets - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A no-frills somewhat cavernous industrial warehouse where you walked through a door within a drop-down metal garage door, you were immediately staring at the brewing tanks. The bar area was off to the right with several high barrel tables, a handful of stools at the bar, and a chalkboard menu https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=nJg33bmX7AUR7f4gzEhgTQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw up on the wall. There was an uncomfortable hot dankness in the air. Natural lighting only entered once the garage door was opened while soul-sucking fluorescent electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. There were muted TVs while rock music played in the background. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=rblApp3OACOCC_PN48XKnQ&userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL I was happy to try New Jersey Brewing Co., and I would consider another visit at least to try the rest of their beers. However, their tap list was limited both in quantity and variety. They were very heavy on the IPAs which wasn't my favorite. Unfortunately, there wasn't any onsite food (some snacks) or trucks (BYOF style). And, they appeared to be family and pet-friendly. They had comparable prices and adequate service. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $54.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS ”

“ Steve and I enjoyed the Peaches N' Cream IPA from New Jersey Beer Co. This IPA was quite a bit different than many as it was pretty dominant with a peach flavor unlike others in which you usually get citrus and that is certainly a good thing because when you keep getting IPA's that have similar flavor profiles it's easy for them to blur from brewery to brewery. There is a nice creamy smoothness to this beer and though peach is a fairly sweet fruit this beer isn't too sugary which I have decided to avoid if I can because it's more like drinking a thick soda and that is not what I am looking for with beer experiences. Nice drinking experience with this brewery and I really do appreciate their recipes on beer that are just a little bit different than many. For that I give kudos for. ”

“ Been wanting to come here. Great place and hospitality. Great beer and a great time- definitely recommend. ”

“ Enjoyed some great beers and live on Saturday afternoon. My faves were the Blood Orange IPA and the Blackberry Cobbler IPA (relatively new). L Dog and kid friendly. Limited seating options and metered parking. ”

“ After wanting to visit the New Jersey Beer Co. for quite some time, we finally made it there on a recent weekend afternoon. We took the Light Rail to the Tonnelle Avenue stop, which was the end of that line. I had read that NJBC was a short walk from the station, which it was, but the stroll was on a main road with a good deal of vehicular traffic. Thankfully we made it there safely, and upon our arrival, we discovered a non-descript door to a brick factory. We opened the door slowly, curious about what we would find on the other side. Well, we were met with a cozy hideaway that included several high-top tables and a small bar with stool seating. We grabbed some seats at the bar and each collated a tasting flight with 4 beers, which we would also share amongst the two us, allowing us to try a bit of everything. My favorite of the bunch was the Tasting Colors, a refreshing, crisp New England IPA with generous notes of citrus fruit. Other varieties like the Cups of Peanut Butter & Chocolate and the Strawberry Shortcake Double IPA highlighted just how creative the brewer really was. In addition to the imaginative brews, the staff was friendly and engaging throughout the entire experience. Also, for those not interested in the boozy aspect, the brewery had a large supply of board games and even live music as alternative/additional sources of entertainment. New Jersey Beer Co. provided a fun-filled, casual afternoon with tasty libations. ”

“ Hard to find the location as the GPS took me to the other side of the street (literally the back end of the building) Had to look through the street photos to indicate that company was on the side where the traffic lights are. Once you find it though, great selection of beers. They have beer on tap and a greater selection of cans you can purchase. I believe the flavors are rotating if I'm not mistaken.. amazing place by the way if you want to chill and wind down. ”

“ Really fun place! I checked it out with my boyfriend on a Sunday and we had a great time. The staff was very friendly and informative on their beers. We had 2 beer flights and enjoyed every single one! My boyfriend loved the pale ale and my favorite was the sour gummy worm beer! They have lots of board games and tv screens to watch games. Very chill, casual spot , I recommend it for hangouts with friends and fam. ”

“ I'm rapidly developing a bit of an obsession for double and triple IPA's. NJ Beer Company in North Bergen is on my radar at the moment. Their Blood Orange IPA and limited edition double IPA are two of the finest examples of NJ craft IPA I've tasted lately. I'm no craft brew expert -- but I know what pairs well with my food and my palate. Not always easy to find (Fairway and Bottle King stock both -- usually pretty fresh) -- but North Bergen is close enough if I need me some stock from the source. The industrial space suits me just fine -- gritty enough to speak beer in a husky voice -- not foo foo. Growlers are available. Their limited edition dry hopped double IPA packs a nice ABV wallop at 8.5% -- with an herbal back -- this beer is great for sipping and as good as Duvel or other equally highly regarded imported ales. This ain't no hard seltzer folks. :)) The Blood Orange IPA version is available year round and is sweeter -- with herbal notes to match the prominent citrus character of this brew. A nice refreshing pop at 6.6% ABV. Perfect for a hot summer quaff or as dessert when the weather gets colder. Top Tip: You can sample flights at the brewery any day except Monday and Tuesday. Pricing is market and reasonable. ”

“ Is there better beer in the state of New Jersey? Possible but I doubt it. Producing some of the state's best brews, New Jersey Beer Co. (#1) has earned my fandom from many sips. They have some of the nicest guys in the biz and do a great job pushing out the brand. I honestly do get excited whenever I get a chance to drink anything they have to offer. Their tasting room, located in North Bergen, is only open midweek and the weekend (Weds-Sun) and tours are free. They have a variety of beers, some seasonal but many that are available in stores, bars, and restaurants. My personal favorites are their Skyway Saison, 1787 Abbey Single Ale, and their Hudson Pale Ale. I trust there will be more that I'll add to the list in due time. Lastly, had I not attended events in Jersey for Yelp, it's possible I would have never tried them at all. Now that I've become more appreciative of craft beer and the various breweries that supply them, I'm confident in recommending NJ Beer to anyone who is looking for quality brews in the tri-state area. To the folks running the joint: Keep doing what you're doing. It's only a matter of time before everyone will be cheering to your fabulous product. __________ (#1) Namesake beer anyone? ”