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Looking for where to eat in Hopatcong, NJ? Our team rounded up five open kitchens around Lakeside Boulevard and River Styx Road, from lakefront New American and Mexican favorites to Thai, Italian pizza and a classic diner breakfast. Addresses and essentials below come from each restaurant’s own current listing.
Hopatcong sits on the Sussex County shore of Lake Hopatcong, so many of these spots double as after-boat or lakeside dinner plans. For a neighboring boardwalk food night, see our guide to where to eat and drink in Sparta. For seasonal festival eats across the county, browse our fall food in Sussex County roundup.
Chapala Grill 4 on Lakeside Boulevard
Photo: Chapala Grill 4 via chapalagrill4.com.
Chapala Grill 4 at 25 Lakeside Boulevard serves Mexican plates in a renovated two-floor space that also hosts private parties and catering. Hours listed on the restaurant site are Monday through Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Call 973-288-1574.
The Beacon on River Styx Road
Photo: The Beacon via thebeaconlh.com.
The Beacon at 453 River Styx Road is a waterfront New American kitchen with covered deck seating overlooking Lake Hopatcong. The restaurant lists kitchen hours Wednesday through Friday noon to 9 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., with the bar open later. Call 973-234-5300 or email info@thebeaconLH.com.
Twist On Thai Cafe
Twist On Thai Cafe at 430 River Styx Road is a family-owned Thai kitchen established in 2014. Hours listed on the cafe site are Tuesday through Thursday 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Friday 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 3 to 9 p.m. and Sunday 3 to 8:30 p.m., closed Monday. The cafe notes a lunch break Tuesday through Friday from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., with last seating around 8 p.m. Call 973-810-3777.
The Grotto Restaurant
Photo: The Grotto Restaurant via thegrottorestaurant.com.
The Grotto Restaurant at 454 River Styx Road serves Sicilian and Italian pizza, pasta and sandwiches with takeout and delivery. Hours listed on the restaurant site are Sunday noon to 9 p.m., Monday and Tuesday 4 to 9 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday noon to 9 p.m., and Friday and Saturday noon to 10 p.m. Call 973-398-2037.
Hopatcong Diner
Hopatcong Diner at 30 Hopatchung Road has served classic diner breakfast and comfort plates for more than 30 years. The diner lists daily hours of 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Call 973-810-3409.
How to Plan a Hopatcong Food Stop
Lakeside Boulevard clusters Chapala Grill 4 near the lake corridor, while River Styx Road strings The Beacon, Twist On Thai and The Grotto within a short drive of each other. Hopatcong Diner sits on Hopatchung Road for an early breakfast before a day on the water. Mix a Mexican dinner, a Thai night or a lakefront table depending on the crew.
Featured photo: Chapala Grill 4, Hopatcong. Photo credit: Chapala Grill 4 via chapalagrill4.com.
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