Top New Jersey Restaurants

Top New Jersey Restaurants
From an outdoor enthusiast's perspective, the small state of New Jersey has it all---mountain hiking, skiing and snowboard trails, lake and ocean fishing, and biking paths through forests and cities alike. Close to many of these activities are a number of restaurants offering everything from comfortable pub food after a ski run to fine dining at a four-star restaurant overlooking the Manhattan skyline.

The Lobster House

Fisherman's Wharf in Cape May, New Jersey, is home to the Lobster House, where all seafood served in the restaurant is brought in daily from the business's own fishing boats. Most diners have a view of the harbor and can watch the fishing and pleasure boats while they enjoy the catch of the day or a meal from the raw bar. There are fishing excursions from the marina, while other outdoor enthusiasts can take a walk or a run on the beaches of Cape May a short distance away.

The Lobster House
Fisherman's Wharf, Cape May Harbor
Cape May, NJ 08204
(609) 884-8296
www.thelobsterhouse.com

Highlawn Pavilion

Located in the Eagle Rock Reservation, the Highlawn Pavilion in West Orange, New Jersey, is a four-star restaurant located at the lookout point that boasts 180-degree views of New York City. After walking or biking through the reservation, come back in "casual elegant" attire to enjoy American cuisine with French innovations served a la carte. An extensive wine list is also available, and live music is offered.

Highlawn Pavilion
Eagle Rock Reservation
West Orange, NJ 07052
(973) 731-3463
www.highlawn.com

Hex2 Bar & Restaurant

New Jersey's largest ski resort, Mountain Creek, in Vernon, offers 46 trails, 11 lifts, 36 rails and a large half-pipe. After a day of skiing or snowboarding, the Hex2 Bar & Restaurant offers pub fare and regular entertainment, including an open-mic night. Standard beers and cocktails are also available. Patrons must be 21 or older, or accompanied by a parent.

Hex2 Bar & Restaurant
200 McAfee Vernon Road
Vernon, NJ‎ 07462
(973) 864-8444‎
www.mountaincreek.com/todo/dining/vernon_base/index.htm

Article Written By Nicole Canfora

Nicole Canfora is a freelance writer and copy editor located in Northern New Jersey with 14 years of journalism experience. Her work has been published in In Touch Weekly, Quilts, Quick Quilts, Vicinity and The Star-Ledger. She is the author of Images of America: Belleville, published in 2002.

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