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The Windlass

4.4(2,274)
Restaurant

About

The Windlass offers lakeside dining with a nautical vibe, featuring a boat-shaped bar and spacious indoor and outdoor seating. Its menu highlights Italian classics like pizza and Chicken Parmesan, alongside standout seafood dishes such as a generously filled lobster roll.

Set on Lake Hopatcong, this year-round venue combines scenic water views with live music and attentive service, making it a comfortable spot for business lunches, client dinners, or casual team gatherings. Outdoor porch dining adds a relaxed element to any event here.

Best for

  • Lakeside team lunches & client dinners
  • Casual group gatherings with lake views
  • After-work drinks with live music

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Location
Lakeside dining with porch seating
The Windlass offers indoor and outdoor porch dining right on Lake Hopatcong, providing scenic water views that enhance the dining experience year-round.
Signature Food
Generous lobster dishes and standout pizzas
Known for large, fresh lobster rolls and flavorful pizzas like the hot honey pepperoni and buffalo chicken, combining rich, balanced flavors that guests rave about.
Atmosphere
Nautical-themed interior with a boat-shaped bar
The restaurant’s distinctive nautical accents and a boat-shaped bar create a unique lakeside ambiance that complements its setting and menu.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 2,274 reviews