Scale Fish Market

What a great place! Enjoying every single detail of this fish and sea food experience. Chef/owner passionately explaining all the elements of his creation, from origin of the produce to the cooking process. Waiters caring for our needs as a plus! Kudos all the way to this place.

@Scale is always great food. Fresh and delicious! Blackened fish sandwich and lobster rolls are best in town. Oysters never disappoint. Scale is a Local favorite! Definitely make the trip if you’re in the Newport or Hamilton park area of Jersey City

We had wonderful time here. Food was soooo good, fresh fish and oysters. Crazy!! Very friendly staffs!

We had the lobster roll for take out (very delish, lobster was the star), but the move would be to bring a bottle of wine (it’s byob) and sit outside under one of their adorable umbrellas for table service. Staff were very nice. Will be back!

Crazy. Lobster roll and crab cake were insane. Oysters were good too. Awesome food!!!! 10/10. The waiters are nice. Everyone else’s food looked good too. Gotta come back.

I went to Scales, yesterday on Thursday, December 4, 2025. I ordered the PoBoy sandwich. All I can say is that the sandwich was off the chart! It was a huge sandwich and well worth the price. It had 10 large shrimp, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions and the remoulade sauce or whatever the sauce is called. This sandwich was the bomb. I drove all the way from North Newark to eat at Scales. My friend lives around the corner from Scales and I always wanted to eat here. First off the place is totally adorable. The counter person Sully was a sweet heart. He shared a lot of information on the menu. I had looked at the Scallop, BLT but went with my first choice. I also met the gentleman who made the sandwich. Both men spoke wonderfully about he restaurant. So, today, Friday, December 5th I heated up my left over sandwich and it was as delicious as the fresh one that I ordered yesterday. I will definitely come back as the quality of the seafood is excellent. On a "scale" of 1-10 this place in "100."

Had the fried oysters and lobster roll — both fresh and full of flavor. Picked up fresh oysters to-go too. A bit pricey, but good portions and quality seafood. Definitely coming back.

This place is phenomenal!!!! The owners are so kind! If you love seafood you’ve gotta stop in!! 💙🐟

Stopped by on my way to the airport heading back to LA since it was close to my hotel -- and wow, what a find. Their lobster roll easily beat the ones I've tried at those 1K+ review spots in Chelsea Market. Honestly, best I've ever had. I got the brown butter version, and the combination of the savory butter sauce and sweet, meaty lobster--served warm--was just perfection down to the last bite of their huge portion. Paired it with their citrusy green tea from the fridge, and the balance was amazing. The shop itself is cozy, spotless, and full of interesting seasonings to browse. There's even a grab-and-go section with seafood dips and salads; the staff kindly advised against buying since I had a long flight, but next time I'm bringing an insulated bag so I can take some home! Everyone was super welcoming and friendly, and I loved seeing locals casually drop by to pick up fresh fish -- clearly their selection and quality are top-notch. Makes me wish we had a place like this near my home. Tip: The kitchen opens at noon. I arrived early and waited it out to fully enjoy the lobster roll, but there's smoked salmon dip, and crackers you can enjoy while you wait. There's even an outlet by the seating area if you need to charge your phone. Definitely a spot I'll return to every time I'm back in NY/NJ.

* Pan-seared Salmon with Mushroom Risotto: The risotto is creamy and perfectly seasoned. The salmon is seared to crispy perfection on the outside while staying tender inside. The scallions add a delightful touch--the cooking technique is exceptional! Rarely do you find pan-seared salmon this tender and moist!! The cream sauce can be a bit rich if you eat too much, so sharing is recommended. * Fried Seafood Platter: Whole shell-on shrimp, shelled shrimp, and fried fish. The two shrimp varieties offer completely different textures--one meaty and chewy, the other incredibly springy and tender. Served with homemade tartar sauce, this generous portion delivers an incredibly satisfying experience. You can truly taste the fresh, sweet flavor of the seafood.

Quick stop on the way to dinner so we didn't enjoy many options but the food that did come out to other tables looked amazing. The oysters were excellent and the vibe overall is great. A must for anyone liking fresh seafood.

Stopped in here on a whim and the lobster roll was delicious and the service was great will deff be back!

The shrimp po boy, lobster roll, and fish and chips were the best I've had in the US. Service was really great and the interior gives off a seafood vibe. 10/10 for everything

Lunch review only, as I have yet to actually purchase fresh seafood from this fishmonger: Get the Ahi Tuna Crudo if you want plump juicy pieces marinated in a lightly sweetened soy sauce. I would've preferred no sugar, but the quality of everything else was on point. The Lobster Roll was loaded with plump chunks of lobster, tons of fresh dill, and just enough mayo to lubricate everything without drowning it. But the Crab Cake Sandwich. Jimminy wow-lickers! Easily one of the best crab cakes I've ever had: loaded with fresh crab meat and very little filler (our server said it was ~80% vs. 20%), perfectly baked so that it was lightly crispy on the outside, and sandwiched between two pillowy soft brioche buns. This is the sandwich to get. The only drawback of this place is how high the prices are. A lobster roll, for example, is $32. As a former Bostonian who lived there during the heyday of $15 lobster rolls, the prices make me want to wither and die. But my desire for seafood is too strong, so I will (begrudgingly) pay these prices when it's time for a treat.

This is a fish market with a few counter seats. A friend and I came here for lunch and got the crab and lobster bisque and browned butter lobster roll. Both were delicious. The bisque was tomato-based and had a decent amount of crab and lobster meat. It's not all cream, unlike many other bisques. The hot soup felt very good on a cold winter day. The browned butter lobster roll was also served hot, in contrast to the New England lobster roll that uses cold mayo. The lobster meat was seasoned with a little Cajun seasoning to give it a slight kick. We had the option to add more lobster meat, but thought the 4 oz. standard size was enough with the bisque. We both left with full stomaches and warm hearts.

Had an amazing lobster role here, incredible flavor. Will definitely be back to try other items!

The best local seafood ever! The menu is extensive and the staff is super knowledgeable. Seafood and specials are always fresh and heaping portions. Their Caesar salad is to die for and their cocktail sauce is delectable.

Meh. My first time there for takeout. 1- it took FOREVER to get a cup of clam chowder (20 minutes..were they still fishing them out of the sea?!?) 2- the small size is NOT worth the hefty $13!!! 3- also it was thin (not thick) and with no potatoes. I make a much better chowder at home, so I will not be back for this. The dip (trout) was Ok, but I should've gotten the crab instead. The fresh fish to cook at home looked good but way too expensive for my budget.

Best fresh seafood in Jersey City! Always a great selection of fish, shellfish and great service.

I am never in this part of JC so it took me a while to finally visit Scale Fish Market, and I'm so gad i did! I got two salmon fillets for $20 to cook at home and a $20 shrimp po'boy sandwich. $20 is a bit high in my opinion, but this po'boy was worth the extra few bucks. Served New Orleans style (aka crammed with shrimp to the point of overflowing) the shrimp were lightly fried and all the flavors of the sandwich came together well. The bread was not the right kind of bread for the sandwich, and that's the only bad thing I can say about it. I'm looking forward to coming back to try the fish and chips.

My relatives are huge seafood lovers and insisted on taking me here during my visit. I ordered the blackened fish sandwich and it was SO GOOD! The fish was cooked perfectly and not even a little bit dry. Loved how the fish was larger than the bun. Warning- a little messy to eat but worth every napkin! We also ordered the west coast oysters and fish and chips which was equally delicious.

This place is wonderful. We were looking for some well prepared quality fish.... Scales did disappoint. Our fish of the day was some excellent Flounder. But the outdoor BBQ kept tantalising our tastebuds. Some dishes were being BBQed right there street side for the customers, and it smelled and looked great. We had to have a chat with man operating the BBQ, and we discovered that this was "Tony".....the owner of Scales. Tony and his staff don't just serve you food. They make sure doing well with the offering on the table. Tony understands and delivers on his "neighbourhood presence". Go to Scales and you'll truely feel like a part of the neighbourhood. Thanks Tony. Chatting to you tonight was awesome.

This little gem of a seafood market really exceeded my expectations. I went on a Sunday afternoon and it was a little crowded. It's very small inside. I like the fact that it is both a seafood market and they make food there as well. Very limited seating but I recommend eating the food right there as it's fresh. I saw everyone with bowls of lobster bisque so I followed suit. Best lobster bisque I've ever had. The bowl was filled both lobster and crab. The base wasn't too milky or creamy, it was just right. I also shared some east coast oysters. My partner got the fish and chips and that was perfect. The fish was in abundance, nice and fluffy under the batter. The fries were nice and golden. The dish was great. I also had the grilled Mackerel which was seasoned very well with a green chimi like sauce . I was so full and pleased, I took the rest of my food and rolled home. I'm definitely coming back. I did not get any raw fish but they seemed to have a pretty good selection. The staff were friendly and attentive also.

Amazing food best fried oysters I ever tasted & great customer service. And a truly unique experience I've told EVERYONE I know about this hidden gem

Got the shrimp po' boy for my first visit and it was spectacular. They did not skimp on the shrimp at all and the shrimp had a great size and meatiness to them and the batter they were fried in was seasoned well. I will say the dine-in service wasn't great but being that they are primarily a fish market, the guys had their hands full dealing with that side of things so I won't hold it against them. The staff was still very nice and I enjoyed my meal. Will be back to try more.

Solid fresh finds at the Scale Fish Market. I went in looking for crab to cook at home, and amazingly they had rock crab ! Apparently this was a highly anticipated item at the shop. I also got a pound of fresh shrimp. You can pick the size of shrimp you want : small, medium, large . The staff was friendly and helpful in giving recommendations. If you can't find what you're looking for, they have recommendations for something similar . The packaging of my items was good and I was able to happily enjoy my crab and shrimp at home . They were delicious. If you also want to eat a meal here, they have a whole menu for that. They've got crab cakes, lobster rolls, and the like. There is a bar on the opposite site from the fish stand, where you can eat but there are not tables to sit down and eat at.

The fish is always fresh Need I say more But I Wii He goes every night to the fish market Tony and his wife work very hard and they hired a fantastic knowledgeable staff If you have not tried , I urge you to go

I recently started going to Scale Fish Market at 45 Coles Street, Jersey City, NJ. After looking for a real good fresh fish store in Jersey City, I found one only a few blocks from where I live. Scale's fish is fresh and enticing. I recently bought cod fish and baked it and it was light and heavenly (See photo). The fish assortment is quite good. Scale's indoor decor is contemporary and inviting. The manager was helpful and knew about the fish selection on their varied fish menu. I like Scale and will definitely plan on shopping there for my fresh fish needs.

We came to scale and tried their lobster rolls. One month in Maine trying many versions and I got to say, this one not only holds up..... its probably at the top!! Can't wait to try the butter version they also do next time. Was simply blown away. You also can't beat their delicious and very fresh oysters... a only $1 on Thursday!!

Hello all... In my neighbourhood... there is not one fishy spot worth going too and then i found Scale spot... it was when they opened up but now they have blossomed and wow they are good. Fresh scallops to all kinds of fish to shrimp and what not. Huge Oyester selection !!! And thursday happy hour oysters.... BYOB tooo are kidding me !!! Its a wife and husband operation... awesome couple. They work hard and treat there customers like family. I always have an amazing time there. They are raising the bar in Jersey city for fresh seafood gig. nothing fancy just honest fresh seafood. Mad respect. I usually dont give 5 stars but its worth it. Fresh fish ! Smoked fish Spreads Sauces Oyesters Its a beautiful place with an amazing service... Its a neighbourhood spot come with your family or friends or date or mrs or pet or by yourself. Phenom atmosphere. Enjoy ! BYOB

Everything is so overwhelmingly good I can't stop coming back. The fish is so fresh that it feels like I'm having some of these fish for the first time. Don't sleep on the sandwiches and raw bar either.

This is a fresh fish market. Very clean. More than just fresh fish, they also make a few made to order food items. There's a couple of high tops outside where I stood and ate my to-go box, I couldn't wait. I had the crab sandwich ($18). It was thick. It was also wide enough to fill out to the end of the circular bun. It was about 1/3 larger than any crab sandwich I've ever had. It was tasty. I would have enjoyed a spicier seasoning. But the great thing about the mild crab cake seasoning was that it still allowed me to taste the cream itself. Seems to make sense. This place is very clean. They also have sushi grade fish, which we will come back and try later. They also have a soft shell crab sandwich that I did not try. My wife enjoyed her Connecticut lobster roll($26), she said she enjoyed the roll. It looked like it had about 1/5 more lobster than the last one I had elsewhere.

Great neighborhood spot for fresh fish and prepared seafood. Typically I'll just pick up high quality fish to cook at home or dollar oysters on Thursdays, but they also have a great lobster/crab bisque and small kitchen that hasn't let me down.

It's a cute place, small, there are only a few tables. BYOB. My mistake to come on a Friday evening, so oysters selection is limited and that's all I ordered. Oysters were fresh but not impressed. It satisfied my cravings, that's all I came for. I heard Thursday night is $1 oysters special, not sure it's the same ones they served tonight. Based on the price of the menus, they already charged $1extra for each oyster shucked and served. There isn't much service other that, so I didn't leave extra tip. Overall I would say it's a great value if your bring your own bottle here and order some oysters. I was surprised that they sell paella pan here with the right kind of Spanish rice for paella. I am a paella snob, so in my opinion this is the only rice one should use for legit paella. I didn't see paella on the menu but I definitely would have tried that if it was offered.

Tony & G of Scale are serving up some of the freshest fish in Hudson County. Not only is the fish fresh, but they happen to be some of the nicest people you will meet. If you are in the market for fresh fish and smiling faces - this is the place for you. I am happy to support their business.

Had Connecticut style lobster rolls and a few oysters with my wife and sister. It was their first time having oysters and lobster rolls. We all thought they were phenomenal. I've had lobster rolls all over New England and these are up with the best. Highly recommended! Staff is incredible as well.

10/10 every single time! Lobster crab bisque is amazing - everything is elite. Staff is amazing too.

Amazing fish sandwich with the best tartar sauce and buns! Planning on coming back for sure no matter how far away i live!

Great local neighborhood seafood spot. The Thursdays $1 per oyster is awesome! And I love the lobster rolls

scale is a small little fish market that opened up in spring 2021. they sell a variety of fresh seafoods, and also some seafood dishes like lobster rolls, ceviche, and oysters. it's BYOB as well! seafood fridges are on one side of the store to buy fish like salmon, shrimp, and uni. the other side of the store has little wall standing tables for customers to enjoy their seafood dishes. in the back, there are some small shelves with fun products like fancy olive oil, canned fishes, and sauces to purchase. the only thing i will note about the lobster rolls are that they are somewhat small. however, they are packed full of lobster so do with that information what you will! what we got: 1. connecticut lobster roll ($26) - not my favorite. usually connecticut-style lobster rolls use a lot of butter and has cooked, warm lobster. the lobster that we got was somewhat dry (so sad - i think they were overcooked) and did not taste like butter overload (can be good or bad, depending on how you see it). maybe i'm just more of a fan of the new england style? 2. new england lobster roll ($25) - sooo good, i really liked the mayo on here and the flavor was delish. 3. loaded fries with crab meat ($17) - my favorite of the three. surprisingly very tasty and there was a lot of crab! we ended up having to use a fork to get the crab meat and fries together, and had to line the bottom of the fries container with a napkin so we didn't make a mess. so much crab. so much goodness.

Had some excellent bluefin tuna sashimi as well as fantastic fish n' chips (fresh cod, a light batter that complemented the fish well, and a distinctive tartar sauce that added the perfect zing). Everything here is fresh, the space is cozy and welcoming, and everyone is friendly. Five stars across the board!

No flavor from the fish. Was not fried to my liking when asked. When received sandwich was not eatable and the will not accept it back. It was so soggy. I tried to bite into sandwich and broke pieces so nasty

Connecticut lobster roll comes with chunks of lobster tail and claws drizzled with butter on a warm bun was excellent. The New England lobster roll had shredded lobster meat mixed lightly with mayo was good, but I would've liked it better with chunks of meat like the Connecticut style. The grilled octopus was delicious. Nicely charred and still very tender. It was served ontop of fava beans in a sauce with bits of chorizo. The east and west coast oysters selection was also good. The business is primarily a fish market, so it has limited counter and seating for dining in. BYOB is a plus.

The staff and food is amazing. We stopped in on a Thursday. I grabbed a warm butter lobster roll for lunch and came for dinner. It was BYOB; I had $1.50 oysters, lobster bisque and a salmon burger. The restaurant made me want to live near by.

This is one of my top 3 small businesses in Jersey City!! The owners are so passionate about their work and running this business. They (and their employees) always so friendly and helpful and answer all our questions. I've been so happy to see this place getting busier and busier as the months go on - I think word is spreading about this lovely business! We get fresh salmon here almost every weekend and it's never disappointed. It's always fresh and delicious. Scale has also started selling sandwiches and I absolutely loved the crab cake sandwich. I highly recommend this business!

The most knowledgeable staff with an unbeatable selection every day. They have really delicious options for dine in and takeout. Very casual ambiance but BYOB. If you appreciate high quality fish, this is your spot!

Absolutely the best place around to get the freshest fish. Straight from Fulton Fish Market. Tony is the best.. He offered to deliver to our house in Jersey City. He realized we were walking and it was a scorching hot day and would take to long to get back home !!! I would give 100 stars if I could !!

You'll know the moment you walk in these guys are focused on quality and freshness. Tony personally selects everything in the case on early morning runs to the Fulton fish market. It's like the opposite of a grocery store fish counter in the best way. I'm always learning about new species here, or buying standards that are as fresh as I could imagine.

Best fish and other seafood products! And the service is amazing. Super chill spot and so happy it opened up in JC!!!

Amazing seafood quality. Simply the best around! Look no further. This place is top notch! Helpful, fun, Great people, Thanks, guys!