About Paulus Hook
Paulus Hook is a community on the Hudson River waterfront in Jersey City, New Jersey, located one mile across the river from Manhattan. The name Hook comes from the Dutch word “hoeck” which translates into “point of land.” This “point of land” has been described as an elevated area, the location of which is today bounded by Montgomery, Hudson, Dudley and Van Vorst Streets.
Originally the location was called Arressick or Arisheck Island by the earliest settlers after a corrupted Lenape term, possibly from Kaniskeck meaning a long, grassy marsh or meadow.
Living in Paulus Hook
The neighborhood’s main street is the north- and south-running Washington Street. The waterfront of Paulus Hook is along the basin of the Morris Canal in a park with a segment of Liberty State Park. The Hudson-Bergen Light Rail has a Paulus Hook stop at Essex Street and the Liberty Water Taxi at Warren Street. The introduction of the light rail and development of office buildings on the Hudson Waterfront have brought more businesses to Morris Street including a number of restaurants with outdoor seating and small neighborhood shops. World-class transportation infrastructure are being develop within the area as it is essential to economic growth and vitality.
PAULUS HOOK Zip:
07302
Paulus Hook Geo Coordinates:
Latitude: 40.71594
Longtitude: -74.0413284
Here are some of the bars, restaurants and hotels around Paulus Hook:
Satis Bistro – Rustic-chic eatery serving European fare like charcuterie, seasonal entrees & wine, with a patio.
Greene Hook Bar & Kitchen – Cozy, modern gastropub serving updated American classics, plus craft beer, wine & cocktails.
Rumi Turkish Grill – Comfy choice offering a menu of kebabs, gyros & other classic Turkish dishes, plus veggie items.
John’s Pizzeria – Famous circa-1929 Village pizzeria offshoot slings trademark thin-crust pies plus pasta & more.
Rumi Turkish Grill – Comfy choice offering a menu of kebabs, gyros & other classic Turkish dishes, plus veggie items.
Dharma Home Suites Jersey City at Paulus Hook – an industry leader in offering luxury short term furnished apartments in most major cities along the East Coast.
Hyatt House Jersey City – Overlooking the Hudson River, this contemporary hotel in the vibrant Exchange Place district is a 2-minute walk from Exchange Place train station and 2 miles from the interactive exhibits at the Liberty Science Center.