Gussy's Cafe – American
Sunlight streams through the windows of this vibrant neighborhood haunt, where the aroma of griddled pancakes and toasted challah creates an immediate sense of home. The kitchen turns out artfully plated morning staples, from velvety eggs benedict to colorful grain bowls, offering a soulful sanctuary for those seeking a leisurely and delicious start to the day.
3rd Street, Jersey City, New Jersey NJ 07302 https://www.gussyscafe.comRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, pescatarian, diabetic, sugar-free, mediterranean, heart-healthy, plant-based, atkins, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, south-beach, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, detox, zone, tlc, raw-food, alkaline, mayo-clinic, lectin-free, candida
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the reliable portion sizes and the straightforward dining atmosphere, noting it as a dependable choice for a casual evening meal. Reviewers highlight the consistent experience and the approachable setting, which makes it a functional option
Menu
Brunch Specialties
- Country Eggs - $12: 2 eggs any style, served with signature home fries and freshly buttered toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Avocado Toast - $14: Slightly smashed avocado, cherry tomato, feta, olive oil drizzle, and zaatar seasoning on multigrain toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Homemade Pancakes - $13: Fluffy pancakes topped with fruit and powdered sugar, served with butter and syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs Benedict - $15: 2 poached eggs on English muffin, Canadian bacon, Hollandaise sauce, paprika, served with home fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Veggie Benedict - $15: 2 poached eggs, sautéed spinach, tomato, pepper, onion on English muffin with Hollandaise sauce and home fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Grain Bowl - $14: 1 Poached egg, sauteed spinach, avocado, feta, cherry tomato, olive oil drizzle, zaatar, on farro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Detox, Mayo-Clinic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Challah French Toast - $14: Homemade cinnamon batter and fruit Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lox Platter - $18: Fresh lox, tomato, cream cheese, red onion, kalamata olive Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Breakfast Sandwiches
- Egg Sandwich - $7: 2 Eggs any style on choice of bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- The Bec-Ky - $10: 2 fried eggs, bacon, American cheese on a brioche or croissant Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sausage Gochujang - $11: 2 fried eggs, sausage, caramelized onion, grilled tomato, gochujang aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lox and Cream Cheese Bagel - $13: Arugula, cucumber & red onion medley Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Ham and Cheese Croissant - $9: Ham and mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $12: 2 fried eggs, sausage, pepper jack, home fries with grilled pepper and onion, side of salsa Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Lean Machine Wrap - $12: Egg whites, turkey bacon, gruyere, mixed greens in a wheat wrap Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Zone, Mayo-Clinic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Omelettes
- Greek Omelette - $14: Sautéed spinach, tomato, feta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Zone, Mayo-Clinic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Italian Omelette - $14: Sausage, pepper, onion, tomato, and mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Garden Vegetable Omelette - $13: Mushroom, pepper, onion, tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic, Candida Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Western Omelette - $13: Ham, pepper, onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Meat Lovers Omelette - $15: Bacon, ham, sausage, American cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- BLT Omelette - $14: Bacon, spinach, tomato Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sandwiches
- The Gussy - $14: Fried chicken cutlet, bacon, cheddar, chipotle mayo on ciabatta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Melt - $13: Homemade tuna salad, cheddar cheese on sliced multigrain Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goin’ Back to Cali - $14: Grilled chicken, avocado, gruyere, pesto mayo on ciabatta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Italian Turkey - $14: Sliced roasted turkey, pepperoncini, lemon-zest arugula, mozzarella, pesto mayo on ciabatta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Veggie Melt - $13: Roasted pepper and onion, zucchini, sundried tomato, mozzarella, and pesto mayo on multigrain Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Waldorf Wrap - $13: Chicken, grape, walnut, and cranberry mayo salad, romaine, on a whole wheat wrap Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Chicken Ceasar Wrap - $13: Romaine, cajun grilled chicken, Caesar dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey BLT - $14: Sliced house roasted turkey, applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato on sliced multigrain toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Tofu Wrap - $13: Seared tofu, spinach, cabbage, carrot, cucumber with homemade Thai peanut sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Wrap - $13: Fried chicken cutlet, homemade buffalo sauce, pepperjack, romaine Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers
- Cheeseburger LTO - $14: Pat La Frieda patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Burger - $16: Applewood smoke bacon, caramelized onions, cheddar, pickles, gochujang aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Brekkie Burger - $16: Applewood smoked bacon, fried country egg, cheddar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Salads and Bowls
- Vegan Cobb - $16: Romaine, roasted tofu, avocado, cherry tomato, cucumber, red onion, grilled corn, coconut bacon, sunflower seed, creamy cashew dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cajun Chicken Caesar - $15: Romaine, homemade crouton, shredded parmesan, cajun grilled chicken, house caesar dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $14: Romaine, feta, kalamata olive, cherry tomato, cucumber, green pepper, red onion, fresh mint Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nic's Salad - $14: Romaine, fresh strawberry, walnut, dried cranberry, feta, house vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Crunch Salad - $15: Romaine, fried chicken cutlet, crouton, grape tomato, pickled onion, carrots, buffalo ranch dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mediterranean Bowl - $15: Farro, homemade hummus, cucumber, grape tomato, red onion, feta, kalamata olives, pita bread, Italian vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bibim-Farro Bowl - $15: Farro, crispy brussel sprout, carrot, cucumber, sauteed spinach, sesame seeds, sunny side up egg, gochujang mayo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Taco Bowl - $15: Farro, cajun grilled chicken, avocado, corn, grilled onion and pepper, cheddar, flour tortilla chips, chipotle mayo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Kid's Menu
- Chicken Tenders - $9: Choice of french fries or fruit Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Silver Dollar Pancakes - $8: Mini pancakes for kids Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- PB & J Sandwich - $7: Choice of white or whole wheat bread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol Available at: lunch
- Kids Grilled Cheese - $8: American cheese on white or whole wheat bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Can Soda - $1.95: Coke, Diet Coke, Coke Zero, Sprite, Dr. Pepper
- Poland Spring Water - $1.75: Bottled water
- Motts Apple Juice - $12.5: Bottled apple juice
- Simply Orange - $9.25: Bottled orange juice
- Specialty Hot Coffee - $45: Catering size hot coffee
- Cold Brew - $58: Catering specific bag
- Black or Green Tea - $35: Hot water and loose-leaf organic tea bags
Catering Trays
- Silver Dollar Pancake Tray - $68: Served with Butter and Maple Syrup | Serves 20 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Toast Tray - $68: Signature Homemade Batter. Served with Maple Syrup | Serves 15-20 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bagel Tray - $48: A Dozen Fresh Baked Bagels. Choice of plain or Everything. Served with Cream Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Sandwich Platter - $96: 12 sandwiches including Egg & Cheese, Bacon/Egg/Cheese, Sausage/Egg/Cheese, Veggie, and Ham & Cheese Croissant Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Burger Box - $130: 12 Burgers including Classic, Cheeseburger, Bacon Cheeseburger, and House Burger Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
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