{"id":300327,"date":"2026-07-20T01:20:10","date_gmt":"2026-07-20T01:20:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/300327\/"},"modified":"2026-07-20T01:20:10","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T01:20:10","slug":"behind-the-bar-lucky-7-tavern-in-jersey-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/300327\/","title":{"rendered":"Behind the Bar: Lucky 7 Tavern in Jersey City"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The rising popularity of classic dive bars over the last several years demonstrates a desire to blast to the past. Grabbing a beer and some darts to enjoy a night out with friends is the no-frills fun that so many people need after a long week. In an era when people are seeking out that hometown<\/a> dive bar instead of establishments with expensive cocktails, there\u2019s one Jersey City bar that always hits the mark. Lucky 7 Tavern, located at 322 2nd Street, is an iconic JC location for its classic dive bar vibes. Read on for more about Lucky 7 Tavern and why it\u2019s a local favorite.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n

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About Lucky 7 Tavern<\/p>\n

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This cozy little haunt, tucked comfortably on the corner of 2nd Street and Coles Street, has not changed much in appearance since its opening. Lucky 7 Tavern describes itself as \u201ca neighborhood bar still standing in a neighborhood of constant change,\u201d and we could not agree more. The bar has catered to Jersey City residents around 2nd Street for over a decade, serving up drinks for pre-games, post-work rewards, and nightcaps. It prides itself on prioritizing accessibility by keeping prices low.\n<\/p>\n

Jersey City is replete with upscale spots, but sometimes a cold pitcher of beer and top-notch chicken wings are just what\u2019s needed. Lucky 7 Tavern has the neon signs, darts, and restroom graffiti of any good dive bar, and they are always willing to put their money where their mouth is in terms of keeping it real with their community.\n<\/p>\n

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When chatting with one of the long-time bartenders, Nick, he spoke about how much of a priority maintaining low prices is to the owner and his employees. \u201cThe last time we had a price increase of about fifty cents, it sparked a lot of back and forth between management.\u201d Knowing that an establishment sees a price increase, even a small one, as a large shift for their clientele is an establishment that has its customers\u2019 best interests at heart. He made it clear that Lucky 7 Tavern\u2019s attempt to keep the prices low has nothing to do with beating the competition in the area, but simply because they don\u2019t want to charge their patrons an arm and a leg for a good time. Nick could not emphasize it enough, \u201cI truly don\u2019t know how we do it, but it works.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

A Neighborhood Jewel + Thoughts from Locals<\/p>\n

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This lack of interest in upcharging their clients is felt and greatly appreciated by Jersey City residents. Sydney Folley, who lives within walking distance of this neighborhood jewel, frequently enjoys the nightlife of the surrounding Jersey City area; she did comment, however, on the ways in which high prices affect the frequency with which she spends a night out.\u00a0 \u201cA lot of places in the area kind of have New York City pricing, but there are those hidden gems with good deals, and those are usually my first pick.\u201d This demonstrates the importance of a neighborhood bar meeting them halfway with weekly deals.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n

On the whole, younger generations are less keen to open a tab and get multiple drinks. Bartender Nick also spoke to the steady pace they have come to expect at Lucky 7 Tavern. \u201cWe used to have a bit of a drop-off in the summer, but the last few years we\u2019ve been pretty consistent.\u201d\n<\/p>\n

Regardless of the season, Lucky 7 has always been a friendly, neighborhood bar to blow off some steam and enjoy a staycation. Nick highlighted the bar\u2019s yearly traditions: holiday festivities, NFL season celebrations, MLB Opening Day rituals, and the annual Beach Party, where they dump sand all over the bar floor. There\u2019s something for everyone, and Lucky 7 does their best to keep everyone fed, watered, and happy.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n

Davinara Marcario, a Jersey City local, commented on the need for affordable nightlife establishments. \u201cDive bars are great for pre-games, post-games, and spontaneous nights out. I think people are relying on affordable bars and spontaneous plans since we\u2019re all so busy working.\u201d When people need reprieve from the hustle and bustle of work and life, community pillars that cater their prices to the working person are so deeply appreciated.\n<\/p>\n

Nick spoke to this exact sentiment, commenting on how it is not uncommon for a bartender to see a patron during their pregame, maybe during their night out, and sometimes for one last drink. \u201cWe like being that place that someone can turn to at any point throughout the night.\u201d\u00a0\n<\/p>\n

Nick, who has been employed at Lucky 7 Tavern since 2008, also spoke to the bar\u2019s very low employment turnover. He highlighted the positive working environment they foster, saying that a shift is always felt when they say goodbye to a fellow employee. When a bar has been standing for this long, retaining employees for this long, and maintaining anti-inflammatory prices for this long, you know the spot is worth the visit.\u00a0\n<\/p>\n

See More:\u00a0A Guide to Dive Bars at the Jersey Shore<\/a>\n<\/p>\n

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