Southern Food in Bergen - Lafayette, Jersey City

Enjoy Southern food from Light Rail Cafe in Bergen - Lafayette, Jersey City, NJ, with pickup for your next meal.

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Southern Food to Try

Chicken & Waffles

$15.00

Fried chicken served alongside waffles for a savory-and-sweet brunch plate.

Grits

$5.00

Ground-corn porridge with optional cheese additions.

“If you're looking for delicious southern food with a personal touch, Light Rail Cafe won't disappoint, no matter what you choose. The atmosphere here is also very local, relaxed, with dope house grooves playing in the background. The bar is a nice touch; the seating is just right, avoiding overcrowding. The staff are all incredibly friendly and helpful, you're never rushed or pressured.”

Catfish & Grits

$22.00

Catfish served with grits; optional cheese and added protein are available.

Shrimp & Grits

$22.00

Shrimp served with grits, with optional cheese or added protein.

From the Kitchen at Light Rail Cafe

At Light Rail Cafe, you can explore Southern food in Bergen - Lafayette, Jersey City, NJ, with brunch plates and sides that give you several options for your next meal. Choose a main dish or add Grits to your order.

Choose from Chicken & Waffles, Shrimp & Grits, and Catfish & Grits, or order Grits as a brunch side. You can also customize select grits dishes with cheese or an added protein to build your meal.

Visit Light Rail Cafe in Bergen - Lafayette, Jersey City, NJ, to enjoy your meal with dine-in, or place an order for pickup or delivery when you would rather enjoy Southern food wherever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are your most popular Southern food options?

Our guests love these customer favorites. If you're visiting us these are some of the food options we recommend most often.

Chicken & Waffles — This brunch combines fried chicken with waffles, bringing together a savory entrée and a crisp, griddled breakfast staple.
Shrimp & Grits — This brunch plate combines shrimp and grits; cheese and extra protein are available as optional additions.
Catfish & Grits — This brunch plate combines catfish and grits, with optional cheese or additional protein available separately.
Grits — Grits are creamy ground-corn porridge, with optional American, cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan, or pepper jack cheese.

Do you offer delivery and takeout?

Yes! We offer both delivery and takeout for southern food throughout the Bergen - Lafayette, Jersey City area. Order your southern food online for convenient pickup or delivery.