Recognize these Neapolitan-style pies? Hint: They're from the number one restaurant on this list. (Cathy Miller)

By Jessica Remo | NJ Advance Media

There are restaurants and then there are the places Jerseyans flock to like we haven't eaten since 2016. This is a list of the latter.

Here are the 17 most popular New Jersey restaurants of 2017, based on data from the popular social app FourSquare, more specifically its Swarm check-in function.

Did your favorite restaurant of 2017 make the list? Tell us in the comments.

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17. Green Rock Tap & Grill, Hoboken

Kicking off the list at #17 is this hopping Hoboken mainstay: Green Rock is well-known for their selection of pub food, including those signature burgers, served on English muffins instead of buns.

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16. Brownstone Pancake Factory, Edgewater

Salted caramel pancakes? They exist here, at the second location of this family-owned pancake business, which started in a diner car in Jersey City more than 45 years ago. With 30 different pancakes varieties and lots more on the menu (try the over-the-top shakes), it's no wonder Brownstone is a Jersey favorite.

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A rack of ribs at Dinosaur Bar-B-Que in Newark. (Jennifer Brown)

15. Dinosaur Bar-B-Que, Newark

Tasty barbecue and draft beers are a winning combo at this Newark spot, the only Jersey location of the popular chain. It opened in 2012 and has been busy ever since.

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14. BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse, Teterboro

Jersey says yes to good pizza paired with good beer: Another popular chain with only one location here, BJ's opened in 2016 with micro-brewed beers and a "California-twist" on Chicago deep dish pizza.

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Hot honey crispy chicken sandwich at Mathews in Jersey City. (Georgi Richardson/maggiemarguerite.com)

13. Mathews Food & Drink, Jersey City

The first of several Jersey City spots to make the list: Mathews brings southern food to Jersey with a "Charleston-inspired" menu.

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GhostFace Killer Burger at Left Bank Burger Bar. (Saed Hindash | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com)

12. Left Bank Burger Bar, Jersey City

The burgers at Left Bank made our list of Jersey's best. Try the GhostFace Killer (shown here) with an espresso-rubbed patty, ghost pepper jam, smoked gouda, sweet potato bacon tots, red onion and a mustard BBQ sauce.

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11. City Diner, Jersey City

Here's a recipe for success in Jersey: A diner, open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with breakfast served all day, a full bar and a location steps from the waterfront.

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10. Wurstbar, Jersey City

The best of the würst! This fun Jersey City spot boasts "fine sausages and fermented liquids." Try their beer distillates and exotic options like the Ducktales — duck sausage with fig mustard, arugula, goat cheese and drizzled honey.

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9. Brownstone Diner & Pancake Factory, Jersey City

Déjà vu? It's Brownstown Pancake Factory again, this time with their Jersey City location, which came in at #9 on the list.

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8. Orale! Mexican Kitchen, Jersey City

The first of several well-loved Mexican restaurants on the list is this Jersey City favorite, which offers modern takes on Mexican standards, 10 different kinds of guac and a full menu of tequila to wash it all down.

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7. Tops Diner, East Newark

It's no surprise to see Tops Diner here — Time Out awarded it the country's best diner earlier this year and it made the top 10 in our recent Jersey diner ranking. Pete Genovese recommends the meatloaf, short rib grilled cheese and "delicious" desserts.

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6. Jose Tejas, Woodbridge

Nope, they don't take reservations and yes, they've had a packed house nearly every time we've been. But for good reason: everybody is coming in for those yummy fajitas, the killer guacamole, tasty margaritas and affordable prices at this Tex-Mex mainstay and Jersey institution.

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Dale Talde poses in front of the bar at Talde in Jersey City. (Amanda Marzullo | NJ Advance Media)



5. Talde, Jersey City

No Jersey food list would be complete without the best Asian cuisine: Coming in at #5 is this Asian fusion spot, the N.J. outpost of the Brooklyn restaurant by Dale Talde, a two time competitor on Top Chef. Don't miss his famous pretzel dumplings.



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4. Taqueria Downtown, Jersey City

The Jersey City hits continue, with this teeny, no-frills taqueria at #4. Reviewers say they love the affordable prices, strong drinks and authentic Mexican fare. Taqueria Downtown also offers brunch on Saturdays and Sundays.

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3. Shady Rest Restaurant, Bayville

What better on a cold Jersey day then some comfort food and a cozy atmosphere? Shady Rest even made our 2016 list of the very coziest spots in the state. In the summer, don't miss dining in their gorgeous outdoor rose garden.

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2. South House, Jersey City

Bringing Texas to Jersey, this Jersey City spot dazzles with carefully crafted cocktails, yummy Southern food, live music and a very hip vibe. Check out the downstairs "rec room" for games like pool and shuffleboard.

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1. Porta, Jersey City

And the most popular restaurant of 2017 is the pizza and pasta mecca that is Porta, which opened in Jersey City in 2015 after success in Asbury Park. It ain't just any pizza, either — we're talking Neapolitan-style yummy-ness with San Marzano tomatoes and an array of interesting toppings — all served up in an industrial-chic space, with a lovely rooftop for when it warms up again.

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Jessica Remo may be reached at jremo@njadvancemedia.com. Follow her on Twitter @JessicaRemoNJ. Find NJ.com on Facebook.