Saigon Cafe to Close After 27 Years
The family-owned Vietnamese restaurant on Newark Avenue will serve its final customers on November 22, 2026.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Dining Out
Saigon Cafe, a family-owned Vietnamese restaurant at 188 Newark Ave. in Jersey City, announced it will close after serving its final customers on November 22, 2026. The restaurant opened in 1999 and has operated for 27 years.
Why it matters
The closing removes a long-running Vietnamese dining option from the Jersey City restaurant scene. The owners' announcement describes the restaurant's history and its role in the community.
Saigon Cafe has operated at 188 Newark Ave. for 27 years, opening in 1999. It is open for dine-in Tuesday through Sunday before its final day, and no reason for the closing was given.
The players
Saigon Cafe
A family-owned Vietnamese restaurant in Jersey City that has operated since 1999 and is announcing its closure after 27 years.
The details
Saigon Cafe announced the closing on social media in a message that recounted the restaurant's history and its place in the community. A customer who first visited after moving to Jersey City in 2004 is among those who have marked the restaurant's history.
Timeline
1999: Saigon Cafe opens.
2004: A customer first visits after moving to Jersey City.
November 22, 2026: Saigon Cafe serves its final customers.
Market Landscape
Family-owned restaurants that have operated for decades form a core part of Jersey City's independent dining scene. The closure of Saigon Cafe after 27 years reflects the longevity challenges facing such independent establishments in the area.
Diners who value Saigon Cafe have until November 22, 2026 to visit during its remaining dine-in hours. Those planning a final meal should note the restaurant is closed on Mondays and keeps the posted Tuesday through Sunday schedule.
The takeaway
For Jersey City diners, the closing of a 27-year-old family restaurant is a reminder to visit neighborhood spots while they are still open. Planning a visit before November 22, 2026 gives residents a chance to mark the restaurant's final weeks.
What happens next
Saigon Cafe will serve its final customers on November 22, 2026, 17 days from the date of this report.
Further reading
Explore more local coverage in Dining Out for other restaurant openings and closings around the city.
