Frankie in Jersey City
We decided to explore the food scene near Grove Street in Jersey City, when we stumbled upon Frankie, an Australian restaurant. When we arrived, the place was not that packed but, as the evening went, it got totally crowded, inside and outside with what seemed to be mostly regulars.
Dining room at Frankie in Jersey City
I admit that I know little of Australian cuisine and was a bit lost in the menu that was international with things like green curry or fish and chips. At least the pea and chive dumplings we shared were quite good. The peas were pea shoots and it was made with a tofu bechamel. Reading the description, it was definitely intriguing but then, after the first bite, I was pleasantly surprised. This was not an after thought and the shell was well made, not doughy or too thick, and the filling tasty.
Pea and chives dumplings at Frankie in Jersey City
Pea and chives at Frankie in Jersey City
As her main, Jodi got a veggie burger with a side of salad. This was a good veggie burger, not mushy, the slaw having a very slight kick.
Veggie burger at Frankie in Jersey City
On my side, I got their meat pie that was made with beef shank and bone marrow. It was accompanied by herbed butterball potatoes. The presentation was quite nice and it was a big portion, but I did not really like the dish, the crust being dry and did not like the meat part.
Meat pie at Frankie in Jersey City
Meat pie at Frankie in Jersey City
Potatoes atFrankie in Jersey City
I also had a drink: The girl in Amber, made with Misunderstood ginger whisky, fresh ginger, lemon and cinnamon. Nice drink, very gingery with a delicious undertone of cinnamon.
The girl in Amber cocktail at Frankie in Jersey City
Last was dessert. I was really looking forward to trying their house made cinnamon donuts. They were supposed to be filled with chocolate ganache but in fact there was just a bit of ganache on top. The ganache was good, but the donut itself lacked sweetness. I guess it would have been better if done as intended, with the ganache inside…
So I was a bit disappointed with Frankie. Surprising considering that this place was packed. If I lived in the neighborhood, I might give it another try to see if it is because I did not order the right dishes, but it is not the case, so I’ll pass.
Enjoy (…)!
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Frankie -264 Grove St, Jersey City, NJ 07302
