50 Best American Restaurants near Hopatcong

“The Beacon was so accommodating since I planned my entire wedding dinner within a month. I needed as few headaches as possible. Edna coordinated everything! The staff was very polite and attentive. Everyone LOVED the food and atmosphere. I will be coming in regularly to try the other dishes on the menu and maybe a little line dancing.“

“great place to eat great staff“

“Excellent service and food was delicious! Has a very small town family “feel”!“

“Great experience, good music , good vibes ! Eddie the bartender was amazing. Can’t wait til it’s warmer to go back“

“We had our small wedding at Andre's this past weekend, and I am still in awe of how fantastic the event was. Tracey is an all-star. From coordinating calls, decorating our table, marrying us, to keeping us on schedule. Andre had our whole group raving about how great the food was. From the appetizers to the cake, we really couldn't have asked for better. On top of it all, the location is STUNNING! The staff helping to serve us were so friendly and pleasant and together they all helped make sure our wedding day was the best day of our life. I can't recommend Andre's enough, and we will certainly be returning for a meal!“

“Great lunch, great staff, clean and friendly atmosphere“

“Absolutely amazing! first time going after a few people suggested it to us, and so happy we did! My fiancé’s father took us to celebrate our engagement and they treated us so kindly even brought out the coolest champagne flutes! It’s BYOB and I heard the menu changes frequently but you will not be disappointed!!“

“I had a lovely lunch with my friend. The food was delicious and the staff were so sweet and friendly. It felt like grand dining room at a gorgeous country side. I was very happy dining here today. I’ll definitely be back!“

“I always have a great experience at Mohawk Restaurant. Every time I visit, I’m never disappointed. The menu isn’t huge, but everything is fresh, delicious, and made perfectly. The service is always friendly and attentive without being too much, and I love the classy vibe — soft music and a cozy atmosphere.

Thanks for keeping the quality so high — keep it up!“

“Great place! Fantastic staff, always; great food, specials; very reasonably priced.“

“Food was on point, The Tower appetizer would be better if the eggplant was fried, and crispy though. The outdoor area overlooking the lake was beautiful on a summer evening.

The outdoor seating isn't particularly comfortable, and it get a bit loud. Still, it was an enjoyable dinner.“

“Wonderful meal and service ! Highly recommend!!“

“Burger's & Texas Weiner's are good!!“

“My husband and I celebrated our anniversary there last night. I requested to dine in one of their rooms. We were escorted to a small room where we enjoyed a wonderful dinner. Our waitress, Ava, was awesome. We were given a small complementary bottle of Processo which was so nice! We have been there many times before and never had a bad meal. The vintage decor there is fabolous! Highly recommended.“

“Lovely atmosphere. Very good food and great staff.“

“Food is Really Good. Nice Place.“

“Had a wondeful experience !! Everyone’s dinner was excellent. My friend and I ordered Chicken Milanese and it was delicious. The grilled chicken, my husband orderd was moist and very tasty. The stuffed meatloaf was also very good.
The restaurant was decorated for the holidays and looked very festive.
The owner is very friendly and made us feel very welcome.“

“Everything about Polo’s is amazing. The food is amazing the atmosphere is perfect. I know they are only in November but the Thanksgiving Egg Rolls are mouth watering perfection. Staff is friendly and attentive. Thank you for all your hard work.“

“The Circle is a whole experience. The interior is decorated artfully. The staff were all very polite and attentive, our waitress was so sweet and very knowledgeable about the Chefs intentions as well as the dishes. The dishes were beyond phenomenal. The presentation was beautiful and the favors were perfection. Can’t wait to return!“

“Ordered one their meals for take out. Great service, great price and great food! Will do again when they have something that looks good to us!“

“Always love this place. Great variety of food, cozy atmosphere, great drink. We live 10 mins from 199, almost 30 mins from 517. I’ll take the extra 20 mins any day!!“

“The food was really nice, Fresh, well cooked and tasty. Served quickly by an awesome and attentive staff. We were just getting ready to drive back to the Carolinas after being here with family while feeling a bit melancholy. but everyone here made us feel at home. This restaurant has an elevated, STUNNING views of lake Hopatcong and it's surrounding community. Activities on the water this beautiful Sunday only added to the unequaled dining experience.“

“The Jefferson Diner is fantastic! The ambiance is cozy, the menu has a great variety, and the food is delicious. The staff are friendly and attentive, making the dining experience even better. Highly recommend the burgers and milkshakes. A must-visit for anyone in the area!"“

“We enjoyed The Bistro and walk on the grounds“

“I love my job!! Our food is fresh, healthy, and AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS 😋 stop by for a wrap, salad, baja and or greek bowl, or create your own entree!!“

“Delighted.... excellent service. I always go with my husband and we have a great time.
From the entrance with Talita, a very kind and gentle girl.
And in general the people who serve us make us feel very very comfortable.
The food is always delicious...
And the cocktails are the best.
I congratulate you, Apple Bee, you have an excellent team.“

“Drumell is hands down the BEST Applebee’s employee I’ve ever met. The guy was explaining the apps and drinks like he designed the menu himself. He knows his stuff so well that when I found out he’s only been here about two weeks, I couldn’t believe it. I would’ve guessed two years — maybe even twenty with how smooth and confident he is.

The energy he brings is contagious. He makes you want to order everything just because of how well he describes it. Honestly, he’s wasted not being a server. If Drumell was my server, I’d be throwing money at him left and right.

Applebee’s, if you’re listening: promote this man. Drumell is the kind of employee that makes people come back again and again. 🌟“

“We always have the best experience here and highly recommend next time you’re thinking about dining out. Food is awesome. The staff is so friendly and attentive. Service is fast, the restaurant is always clean and the overall atmosphere is so welcoming. Keeps us coming back regularly!“

“Just used cafe Pierrot to cater a sprinkle I was hosting. Everything was amazing! Placing the order was extremely easy- I sent an email and someone called me right away and quickly responded to any email questions I had. Everyone enjoyed the food and LOVED the cupcakes. Was able to pay in advance online so all I had to do was send someone for pick up the day of the party and everything was ready right away I think food is one of the hardest parts of planning a party. Never know what to get or how much. Being able to simply give them a number of guests and all I had to do was decide which type of salad I wanted, made this part of the party so simple and stress free! Love the one stop shopping aspect where I could get my food, sides, and even cupcakes all from one place. The spread they provide is the perfect mix and they provide the perfect amount, for an awesome price! Definitely recommend using them!!!“

“Haven’t been to any Fuddruckers in years since they closed in Wayne,NJ. Was amazed to see a location still open. They have a large game room for the kids. One upsetting thing they didn’t have fresh bakery like other locations. Food was hot and fresh. Plus unlimited fries . Was well worth it.“

“A group of my friends and I were looking for a place to eat outside by the water before we all went out back to our different homestates after a weekend vacation together. This place was perfect, with a large outdoor area. We were initially concerned about the very loud live music playing because we wanted to be able to relax and have good conversations, but they were able to seat us farther away from it which worked out well. A huge bonus is that the outdoor area is completely dog friendly- our waitress even brought out a water bowl for each dog!
Service was fairly prompt and attentive. Food was generally tasty. We shared the maple garlic chicken wings appetizer and enjoyed them. I got the chicken tacos which I loved. I do not handle spiciness at all and they were safe for me and delicious! My boyfriend had the chicken tenders basket and shared his fries with me, which I also enjoyed. A friend also particularly loved the donut alcoholic cider from a local cidery. I think the only thing not enjoyed was one friend who got the 5 cheese Burger. There was something about the taste of the burger that he really didn't care for. My boyfriend tried it and said the best way he could describe it was that the meat tasted more gamey than a usual burger.
Overall though a very positive experience with a beautiful view!“

“I have had two bridal showers at Portofino in Oak Ridge, and not only did everyone love the food, but Nancy and the entire staff is outstanding. They go above and beyond to help you in any capacity that they can. I highly recommend Portofino either for lunch, dinner or any kind of event you have whether it is big or small. You can't go wrong with Portofino, I can't say enough great things about the staff and restaurant!“

“Was looking for a new local place and pleasantly surprised when we stopped here. Food was fantastic!! Service was excellent. Vinny and his staff were so friendly. Love this little slice of heaven. Highly recommend.“

“Found this gem on the way home from work one day and so glad I stopped by! The owner Roudeina is very welcoming and is invested in her customer base. The freshly made juices and smoothies are apart of my weekly routine! My body has felt better and lighter since I started purchasing from this grill and their other healthy food options are endless~! 20/10 recommend“

“Awesome place. Great staff great food.“

“Literally waited an hour and 15 minutes with a waitress who basically totally ignored us just to be told "oh, we ran out of country fried steak". 🤬 Needless to say we left. went to Pub 199 was waited on and served in 20 minutes when it is packed.“

“It's always so nice to go in there ...they are all so friendly and the food is really really good. Coffee is great. So many good conversations with the staff they make you feel so welcome. They do care about the food tasting great, it's not just like whatever here you go.“

“small spot but amazing food and vb great staff.“

“Came for dinner with another couple. The tapas eggplant was delicious, light and flavorful. Just lovely. We had two burgers and two steaks. All delicious and perfectly cooked. Service was excellent and the restaurant is beautiful, however, there is a huge bar in the middle of the restaurant. Which normally would not be an issue but this evening four young women were “working” the older men sitting at the bar. It became clear as the evening progressed that this was going on. None of us could believe what was happening right next to our table!! As the targeted men left the bar the young women quickly moved on to their next victims. It was all very obvious and pretty repulsive. Such a shame to have this type of thing happening in a lovely restaurant. I would hope management will be alerted by the bartenders that their establishment has become prey for this type of behavior. Quite unsettling.“

“The food was good but the waiter was rude and tried to add another beverage that I did not order.“

“We travel all over and we go to iHop everywhere. The Kenvil iHop is our favorite one! The staff is the best, always kind, courteous, attentive and helpful. Many iHops don’t display four different syrups on every table. Kenvil is the best iHop out of all the ones we’ve been to. They deserve a round of applause!“

“We had a 50 person party yesterday I was pleasantly surprised with the buffet they put out for us and I have to give a HUGE shout out to Matt (I’m pretty sure that was his name. Big smile and his hair in a bun). He was the wait staff taking care of all of us and he killed it! Super pleasant and he worked his butt off to serve us all. If you get Matt, take good care of him!!!!“

“We love this place:) Great food & friendly staff.“

“This was my first time at the diner. I was in the area with my family to say, our last respects to our beloved cat at Abby Glenn ( who recommended the diner).Food was delicious, service was great, and our waitress was awesome. She was super friendly and very patient with us. I only wish that I had gotten her name“

“I would like to personally thank the Randolph Diner for an amazing banquet for our mothers repast. Their attention to detail and the needs of our family were beautifully met. The food, staff, and location with an elevator were perfect. We can’t thank you enough for all your hospitality. Many thanks, The Betz Family 🌼“

“Table 42 is a traditional Italian staple and a true gem in Dover. While we will always miss Chuck, we hope the new owner preserves the incredible ambiance and vibe that keeps the regulars coming back! There's simply no other place like it. A huge part of why we return is Mauricio the Chef, who makes the best pasta fagioli, and the wonderful servers like Joannie. We go for that unique feeling as much as for the fantastic food. Table 42 reminded me of Cheers, I truly hope it doesn’t lose its uniqueness.“

“Haven't been there in years. Went back to try something new. Happily surprised. Went on Friday. Brought the whole family back on Sunday. The service is excellent and very personable. Met the owner. Very nice couple. You don't feel rushed. The food is very good. Large portions so be hungry when you go. Great value. I also enjoyed the music. I just missed the piano player because I had to leave but I'll be back.“

“Had dinner on 6/2/22. We had a party of 9 all together. Sat in the back room. Both the food and the server were fantastic. Sorry I didn't get her name. Come here maybe 3 or 4 times a year. Never disappointed!!“

“Four of us enjoyed this hidden gem in Randolph this evening. All four appetizers and entrees were superb. In both taste and presentation. Great value for the price and the services was superior. I recommend this restaurant highly for all.“

“Everything! The incredible food, the immaculate service, the personable staff and just plain good taste in presentation and decorating. We had our daughter's wedding catered by Krave and everyone raved about the experience. I would highly recommend them. Thank you Kate and Rich Hashway! You are the best!“