Leaving New York now and going to Cleveland by car is in its self, challenging…read more But, going through New Jersey gives us a bevy of great places to stop and eat a very good lunch. Roasted Breadfruit Smokehouse and Grill in Wharton, NJ is a pretty terrific stop a 800 mile drive. The smells permeating from this roadhouse diner were intoxicating. I ordered the Quit Jerkin' Around with Smoked pulled pork, slaw, jerk bbq sauce on a toasted brioche bun. served with fries and slaw which I totally enjoyed. My y son ordered the Jerk Chicken Leg Quarter Spicy Jerk chicken leg quarter served with rice and beans and sweet plantains which he devoured We sat outside as this dog friendly restaurant was so welcoming. The staff was accommodating informative as to what Caribbean cuisine was all about. Everything these nice people did for us was so gracious you couldn't do anything but love this place.

What a delicious experience I had tonight at Roasted Breadfruit. One of the things I miss most…read moreabout living out here is Caribbean food and I'm so happy that I found them online. We started off with the fried pickles that were the perfect combination of crunchy and tasty. The best fried pickles I've had because the batter was seasoned and the pickles were cooked yet still crunchy. They created a sorrel type dipping sauce that was absolutely out of this world. What drew me to this was the smoked brisket sandwich. The brisket was flavorful and literally melted in your mouth. It was topped with melted cheese and a mango habanero chutney that was out of this world. The flavor profile of this dish was exquisite. My husband did a make your own meal, which included two meats and two sides. He opted for the jerk chicken an ribs with a side of Caribbean rice and fried plantain. He really enjoyed the cook on the meats. I can't wait to come back and try their Mac and cheese.

We stopped here for an early dinner right on the water at Lake Capac and couldn't have asked for a…read morebetter experience! The ambiance was beautiful, the food was absolutely delicious, and the entire atmosphere made for such a perfect day. We had the eggplant Parmesan, an heirloom tomato salad with burrata, fresh mozzarella and shrimp, and a Grandma pie. Everything was absolutely delicious and full of flavor! Our server, Sophia, was wonderful, so sweet, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. The beautiful waterfront setting and relaxing atmosphere made the whole experience even better. Couldn't have asked for a better day! We will definitely be back and highly recommend stopping here if you're in the area!

We had a great family lunch at The Windlass! The location right on Lake Hopatcong is beautiful, and…read moreit was so cool watching people dock their boats and walk right in for a bite. We sat inside but there are tables outside along the dock. They have both an indoor and outdoor bar, including a really unique boat-shaped bar inside. The service was super friendly from start to finish. As for the food, the portions are massive! We tried the wood-fired oven pizza, which had a great crust. A few of our dishes were a bit on the salty side, but overall everything tasted good. It is a fantastic, relaxed spot to bring the family for lunch by the water.

We enjoyed amazing enchiladas with en moles pablano, fish tacos and Posle! All of the servers and…read morewait staff were very attentive and kind. Very friendly and yummy restaurant. We will visit frequently!!! Thank you

Came back as promised. My husband liked what he got so much he got it a second time. This time I…read moregot the flautas with shredded beef and they were stuffed! Also tried the blackberry margarita this time and could taste more of the flavor with that one. We tried the queso fundido but just plain. I loved mixing their pico de gallo into it. And as always the chips and salsa were amazing. I could probably just go there for chips and salsa. Our one waiter was who we had last time and then our other waiter was very helpful with cleaning off the table promptly and bringing us our drinks.

My partner and I had a lovely time at Little Nicki's :) the food was wonderful, the vibes were…read moredelightful, and the service was great. Highly recommend the garlic bread!

After spending the morning enjoying some water sports, my family and I (a party of 7) stopped by…read moreLittle Nicki's for lunch--and it was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. The service was truly top-notch. The staff was friendly, attentive, and went out of their way to make sure we were well taken care of. It's not easy accommodating a large group, but they handled it with warmth and ease. We ordered a variety of dishes, and everything was delicious: Two fresh, crisp salads Perfectly fried calamari Flavor-packed arancini balls Comforting and indulgent buffalo chicken mac and cheese A grandma pie with vodka sauce (a must-try!) Decadent desserts: classic cannoli and cannoli cheesecake Refreshing drinks including a homemade lemonade (so good!), iced coffee, cappuccino, and a macchiato. The portions were extremely generous--we left with plenty of leftovers--and the prices were surprisingly reasonable for the amount and quality of food we received. I wish I took more photos of the food before it was eaten. I only wish we lived closer so we could return more often. This place is a hidden gem, and I would highly recommend Little Nicki's to anyone looking for amazing Italian food, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere.

This place is great to go to whether you're looking to hang out or just grab a bite to eat. The…read moreonion rings are enough to keep me coming back; they're so good! They host live bands, Zumba classes, line dancing, trivia - a variety events! There are games (giant Jenga, cornhole, darts) in their outdoor area, as well as firepits. Great place to get together with friends and hang out.

We were going to the renaissance fair, but it was going to rain so we were please to stop into…read moreCharley's. We will have to come back when it's nice out to enjoy the patio area with games, fire pits, and much more to enjoy with large and small groups of friends or coworkers. The bartender was super friendly (she just celebrated a birthday) and it seemed like there were many regulars at the bar. The Po-boy special drew my attention and I opted for crispy tots to go along with it and my Coors Light draft. My hubby went for the classics wings and potato skins. Nice crispy wings.

Stopped here on the way to crystal springs resort. Got the classic twist breakfast wrap and the…read morechipotle hash melt. Both were delicious! They also came with a small granola bite. Also got a cappuccino and the bonfire autumn lattes. They were perfect! It was packed when we arrived but got everything within 15 minutes. The inside was very cozy and they had some tables to sit down to eat.

It is not easy to find decent eating options in the Kingdom of Sussex, but I stumbled across one…read moreyesterday in the wild. I was in town for the 2pm Lion King Jr. performance at the church just down the street, featuring my #1 Honorary Young Pup as a certain uptight red-billed hornbill (if you know you know). Sustenance was in order, and I wasn't looking for anything too heavy so this brunchy coffee spot seemed ideal - and it pretty much was. There was ample parking in the lot behind the building, but the place was pretty packed when I walked in. Even though I had to weave through a crowd to get to the counter, there wasn't an actual line and I was able to immediately order. Cute spot; looks like it's been fairly recently redone (last few years?) and I enjoyed the bathroom, which features very classy artwork of aristocratic felines on the walls. The soap dispenser is in a weird/awkward spot far to the left of the sink where it's almost impossible not to drip directly onto the floor, but at least they have one. I decided on the Protein Berry Crunch Toast and a slice of their Lemon Blueberry Loaf. Both were very tasty/hit the spot. I got the slice immediately upon ordering and considered getting a second one while I waited for the Toast. Cooler heads prevailed. It felt at least a little less naughty than that lemon loaf that Starbucks has, primarily because of the lack of icing (it has powdered sugar on top instead) and was moist; not too crumbly. The Toast came out probably in 10 minutes or so, which I think is perfectly acceptable given that it was clearly busy in there with both in-person and online orders. For the most part, I thought the combo of ingredients worked really well together; I was a little apprehensive about the cheese coming in, but it's pretty subtle and only dominant in a few random bites. I think the weakest part of the toast is the blueberries, but that's honestly more of a personal palate call than anything else - it just didn't totally mesh with the cheese for me and didn't have the vibrant taste of the other included fruits. But same token, part of the optics of this dish hinges on that blue. Everything is a balancing act. I'd totally get that again in a pinch, especially if I wasn't looking for a giant meal. The service/hospitality was very good, almost too good. After I finished my loaf, I left its wrapper and my number card (for them to locate me for the rest of my order) on the table while I used the restroom, and they were both picked up by an employee doing a sweep. That's arguably on me, who temporarily abandoned a table that looked like it had nothing but garbage on it. Even though it required 10 seconds worth of troubleshooting to get my number back, I don't know how you don't consider that a positive on the part of the staff. The same guy took my "real" garbage on my way out before I had a chance to bring it back inside. Very friendly, pleasant staff. Nice spot if you happen to be around. Will try to sample the coffee options on my next foray.

We were camping nearby and looking for a place that was dog friendly. We called a few places and…read morethey all said know. As soon as we asked Pop's they said of course! Bring them down. We were sold just by how friendly they were, so we came here for lunch. There is a pretty big parking lot as it is actually located in a boat rental facility. Upon entering we were greeted with the same friendliness we experienced over the phone. The service was great, and the prices were also extremely fair. The menu is small, which is nice because it makes it easier to decide what to get. There were four of us, and we all loved what we ordered. There are a few tables outdoors right nearby the docks, so you can watch boats come and go on the lake while you enjoy your food. The service was so good, they even gave us a bowl of water and some treats for our dog! When we left they were so thankful and told us about some events they have coming up, they do car shows! This is definitely going to be our go to spot whenever we are in the area for a hike or camping! The only thing I would suggest would be to have a little more signage outside so it is a little easier to spot from the road.

If phrases like #SmallBusiness #VeteranOwned #FamilyBusiness #Lakeside or #GreatFood interest you,…read morethen, like @BigDudesBigFoods you need to get to @PopsLakeside in #HopatcongNJ Freddy and Freddy Jr. will take great care of you! You hear so much about flop in reference to pizza on social media but we had some French fries and onion rings at Pop's with zero flop, crispy down to the last one. With Pop's #SecretSauce to dip in, we ate every last one. We also had the Italian Cheesesteak with sautéed peppers and onions, mushrooms, garlic and provolone. Amazing! We will definitely be back for breakfast AND lunch! #BigDudesBigFoods #SupportSmallBusiness #BDBFCertified #BDBF

Hands down, THE best place to get a cold sub in the area! There's a full menu of the different…read moresubs/wraps he can make but my go to is buffalo chicken & American cheese, all the way.

so i walk into market today for a sandwich and the first thing I see is the short guy who makes…read moresandwiches is picking his nose so deep i said that's it and left.

wonderful local spot. The wings were a little puny. Other than that, it was great. can't wait to…read morego back.

Good. Loud and busy. All good things. We love it here but it's a bit of a distance for us.read more

Visited 10/23/2026 This is another example of Yelp giving a…read morelower rating, while Google gives it a higher rating. Seems to happen a lot and I tend to agree with the Google scores in most cases. What we had here at Lola's was very very good and we'd be happy to find ourselves here again. We were driving out to the Lake Hopatcong region to find some trails to hike, which we found at the LH state park. Of course we decided we were hungry and started lookin' for a place to eat. We ended up at Lola's. Lola's is right on the lake with seating outside, which was really nice on this gorgeous late afternoon. Yelp has Lolas labeled as a Tex-Mex eatery, but the store front has Lola's Cucina Latina, which I think is more accurate, because the menu separates the Mexican entrees from the Latin entrees. We started off with an order of Guacamole (Mexican), which was good, but could have used a little more lime and cilantro, but none the less was gone before we left. I ordered the Tampiqueno skirt steak (Latin) which came with a chicken enchilada, rice and refried beans. My wife had the Churrasco skirt steak (Latin) with yucca's. Both skirt steaks were perfectly served medium rare and were very tasty and tender. Not a BYO, so my wife had a Margarita and I a Modelo beer. Happy to stop by again, next time we're in the area.

First time here and overall, I had a great experience! The customer service was excellent, and the…read morestaff especially our waiter was very friendly and personable. Everyone was welcoming, and the lakeside dining made for a beautiful atmosphere. The food was just okay. I had the chicken tacos, but they were pretty bland and could have used more seasoning, especially the black beans. The highlight for me was definitely the line dancing! My girlfriends and I had such a blast. I'd come back for the atmosphere and dancing!