Bread & Salt

Discover Bread & Salt in Jersey City for authentic Italian breads, pizza, sandwiches, and desserts. Enjoy fresh focaccia, Sicilian pizza, bomboloni, and more with BYO drinks in a cozy, accessible setting. Perfect for quick visits with safe, quality ingredients.

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Welcome to Bread & Salt

Taste the Difference.

Bread & Salt
Bread & Salt
Bread & Salt
Bread & Salt

Nestled at 435 Palisade Ave in Jersey City, Bread & Salt welcomes you to experience authentic Italian baked goods and classics in a relaxed setting. This casual eatery is the brainchild of an acclaimed baker dedicated to offering the finest traditional breads, pizzas, and sandwiches. Their focus on quality ingredients and time-honored techniques makes every bite a taste of Italy.

Whether you're craving a crispy focaccia, a slice of Sicilian pizza, or house-made Italian desserts, Bread & Salt delivers exceptional flavor right in your neighborhood. Plus, with a cozy yet vibrant vibe, it’s perfect for a quick breakfast, a laid-back lunch, or a satisfying takeaway. Bring your friends or come solo—this spot feels like a local secret worth sharing.

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Address

435 Palisade Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07307, United States

Phone

+1 201-500-7338

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About

The Culinary Story

Bread & Salt
Bread & Salt
Bread & Salt
Bread & Salt

Bread & Salt stands out as a cornerstone of Jersey City’s vibrant culinary landscape. Founded by an acclaimed baker passionate about preserving Italy’s baking traditions, the shop enriches the local scene with genuine, handcrafted Italian bread and pizza. Every loaf is baked on-site, using centuries-old techniques paired with top-tier ingredients. Their focaccia is renowned for its fluffy interior and golden crust, perfect for dipping in rich olive oil or using in gourmet sandwiches.

The menu’s heart beats with recipes inspired by Italy’s diverse regions—think Sicilian pizza with crispy edges, prosciutto and mozzarella that taste freshly made, and bombolone filled with luscious custard. This place isn’t just about food; it’s about community. Regulars gather in the welcoming space to share stories over steaming coffee or house-baked treats. Bread & Salt emphasizes transparency in sourcing, with ingredients sourced locally and imported directly from Italy whenever possible. Each visit supports a business that values tradition, craftsmanship, and the joy of sharing good food.

Work Hours

Availability and Service Times

  • SundayOpen
  • MondayOpen
  • TuesdayOpen
  • WednesdayOpen
  • ThursdayOpen
  • FridayOpen
  • SaturdayOpen

Bread & Salt combines a bakery, cafe, grocery store, and casual restaurant into one seamless experience. Expect freshly baked focaccia, authentic Sicilian-style pizza, and sandwiches that echo Italy’s culinary soul. Their selection features farm-fresh mozzarella, high-quality meats, and seasonal ingredients that mean every dish bursts with flavor. The shop offers convenient in-store pickup, speedy delivery, and takeaway options, making it easy to enjoy their fare anywhere. Accessibility is a priority, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance ensuring everyone can savor their offerings. Plus, their rotating specials invite repeat visits, driven by a commitment to quality and community engagement. Bring your own wine to complement their rich, hearty flavors—an Italian tradition that makes each meal memorable.

Bread & Salt

From the street, Bread & Salt invites passersby with its charming facade and lively outdoor seating. The cozy sidewalk patio is perfect for sunny Jersey City days, creating a communal feel. Inside, the atmosphere balances casual comfort with an authentic Italian touch—exposed brick, warm lighting, and the aroma of freshly baked bread fill the air. The friendly staff and bustling vibe foster a sense of belonging, making it more than just a meal. It’s the kind of place where conversations about the perfect slice or the best local ingredients flow naturally.

Whether you’re stopping by for a quick coffee or settling in with friends, the ambiance encourages savoring the moment and embracing the community spirit that Jersey City is proud of.

Guestbook & Reviews

Experience Through Their Eyes

Bread and Salt = Fat and Happy! The focaccia is simply phenomenal and the bread, donuts, pastries and house-made Italian desserts are fantastic. You might spend a bit of money but it's well worth the quality of ingredients and the care taken with the baking process.

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William M.

Got a prosciutto & mozzarella sandwich…literally tasted exactly like a sandwich I had in Italy. So delicious. Bread was perfectly crispy, mozzarella & prosciutto super fresh and soft…honestly exceeded my expectations a LOT.

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Dominique A.

The best in the business. The attention to detail is extraordinary. They bring in the top ingredients and a staff to match. There can be a line but well worth it. Good things come To those who wait. Thanks to Nick, Alberto, Paul, Rick and anyone I missed

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Matthew G.

Omg incredible experience! I live in the Heights and love how conveniently close this unique eatery is to our place. My partner and I come here pretty often to pickup food; they had a special today - bread with a puree of tiny fish and spicy tomato sauce. It was incredible - a spicy flavor explosion in my mouth!! Overall, the quality of everything on their menu is exceptional. I always keep coming back for their specials. If you appreciate an eatery that prioritizes nuanced and deep flavors + quality above all else, this is your place and is money well spent!

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Ray Y.

Bread and Salt is such a rare treat. The bread is incredible, and a loaf lasts an entire week, yielding first great bread then toast then croutons and bread crumbs. Of course if you get Rick Easton’s cookbook you can make his delicious “meat” balls (3 kinds!), stuffed peppers, papa Al pomodoro, etc. The donuts are perfect with an espresso in the morning, and so far I have had the onion focaccia, the tomato and the zucchini- all outstanding. I look forward to this bakery opening on Friday all week, and the sandwiches are delicious- my favorite so far is the fig, Gorgonzola and salami. The ones I have had are all made on crispy, olive oil-y focaccia. There is usually a small line but the line conversations are great for menu suggestions, and you can usually have a coffee while you wait. Luckily I live close by but I would drive from Manhattan for this place!! ***Refreshing this review to say the panettone is off the hook. Waited in line for an hour and worth every single minute- you won’t find a better one in NYC. Incredible.

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J G.

This place is great, you could smell the fresh bread baking in the oven. It get crowded and now i know why. The ingredients are all fresh and made to perfection. I order the pizza and got a sandwich to go. Can’t say enough good things about this place.

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Marissa A.