Alfalfa in Hoboken, NJ
When Schnackenberg’s closed in Hoboken, I was so disappointed. I liked that place that was like an old school luncheonette serving classic American dishes at a reasonable price. And so, replacing it by a salad joint was kind of an insult to the history of the previous place. Setting foot at The Garden Street Farmers Market, Alfalfa was even a pop-up in Schnackenberg’s. So, after several months, thinking about eating a salad (it happens), we decided to try this place. As we entered, I noticed that it was completely gut renovated, with only few tables left and a side with books and pillows that give a relaxed feel to the joint.
Alfalfa in Hoboken, NJ
Well, I’m fact this is not the first thing I noticed. I admit that my eyes went first for the cookies and cupcakes that were on display on the counter and, as soon as I saw they had Nutella bites, I was a bit more looking forward to have a meal there.
Nutella bites at Alfalfa in Hoboken, NJ
Nutella bites at Alfalfa in Hoboken, NJ
Looking at the menu, I was surprised to see that they propose a cup of bone broth that is pretty unusual although lots of people drink it for its health benefits: rich in vitamins and nutrients, including calcium, magnesium, and phosphorous, reduce inflammation and heals the gut, may protect the joints and help fight osteoporosis, etc.
Bone broth at Alfalfa in Hoboken, NJ
They also propose salads and burritos: we went for the former that had lots of choices including a build your own that Jodi opted for, where you pick two bases and 5 toppings. On my side, I ordered The Italian, composed of Alfalfa mix, prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, Italian sundried peppers, red onion, sliced almonds with a balsamic vinaigrette︎. When the salads came, I was really surprised about the quantity of food: they were big, with lots of toppings, filling and delicious.
Build Your Own salad at Alfalfa in Hoboken, NJ
Italian salad at Alfalfa in Hoboken, NJ
My salad might not have been the healthiest on the menu but it is still salad right? Anyway, Alfalfa is not a bad addition to the restaurant scene of Hoboken, but I admit that I still would have preferred a place similar to Schnackenberg’s.
Enjoy (I did)!
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Alfalfa - 1110 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ 07030