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Black Forest Inn, Stanhope, NJ

Black Forest Inn

4.4
4.4
805 Reviews
$31 to $50
Continental
249 Rt 206, Stanhope, NJ 07874

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Great for craft beers
One minute off Exit 25 on Route 80 at the Morris County-Sussex County border, the Black Forest Inn features award-winning Continental-German cuisine in a casual atmosphere. While we offer many German favorites, our menu is very Continental & European influenced by the cuisines of Italy, France and Eastern Europe. On our menu there's something for everyone including plenty of unique hot & cold appetizers, steaks, seafood, chicken, veal, pork, fabulous salads, and gourmet sandwiches. Located at 249 Rt. 206 North in Stanhope.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Continental, German, European
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11:30-2:00 Dinner: Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday 4:30-10:00 Closed Mondays & Tuesdays Saturday 1:00-10:00 Sunday 1:00-8:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Heinz Aichem
  • Catering
    Planning a party? Your place or ours. We’ll go the distance for you! <br /><br />From trays & chafing dishes ‘to go’ to fully staffed events, the Black Forest Inn is ready to fill your off-premise catering needs. With personal menu planning & attention to every detail, we will go above & beyond to make your party a big success. Ask about our Oktoberfest catered parties.
  • Private party facilities
    Several distinct dining areas offer your party privacy and a more personal dining experience. Rooms may be combined for a larger event. Menus are custom tailored for every taste & budget. Our dance floor is available at your request. Stop by & see our facilities.
  • Neighborhood
    Stanhope
  • Cross street
    One mile off Exit 25 on Route 80
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 805 people are saying

Black Forest Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4
4.4 based on all time ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 2Value

NoiseModerate

805 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York City5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on September 17, 2017

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    It appears that non-Caucasian patrons must sit in the back room and are last to be served.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on September 17, 2017

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waitress was lovely, the food was excellent, the traditional German band was fun and the facility is extremely clean and beautiful. The beer wasn't cold and I had their "signature martini" that was not balanced or mixed well. The desserts (apple strudel and wine-soaked black cherries over ice cream) are worth the visit themselves! We will definitely go back!

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  3. backroom

    New York City14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 17, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    have been to the Black Forest Inn before but this was the first time for Oktoberfest. As usual, it didn't disappoint.

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  4. Pestoqueen

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 16, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Absolutely delicious!!!!! If you love German food, COME HERE! If you don't think you like German food, then COME to the Black Forest Inn . . . it's amazing!!! Excellent all around: entrees, sides, Beer, dessert, live music, knowledgeable wait staff. It's pricey, but you get authentic, fresh food and good portions. Try the Black Forest cake -- yummmmmmm!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 16, 2017

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, over priced for the portions you get, authentic, loud live music, but seating is very tight. I would go again but only for a special occasion due to cost and distance.

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  6. Dashin2Dine

    New York City33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 10, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My family has loved Black Forest Inn for many years - it was great to see that they have made some improvements to the restaurant after coming back from their annual summer vacation! Their pub/bar area has beautiful new hardwood floors and a great new TV. The ambience there with some classic rock music and a more relaxed vibe is exactly what they needed. For those who still like the traditional restaurant, the rest still looks the same. I was able to see the new menu and it looks great! The new items offered sound delicious and seeing them on their Instagram page made me wish I could try them - tonight was their first weekend of Oktoberfest and a special menu was used. Still delicious, but I will definitely go back during the week to try some of the new dishes. Our server, Kevin, was as gracious, congenial, and welcoming as he always is. My herring appetizer was as good as I’ve ever had and my wienerschnitzel was tender, crispy, and exactly what I was in the mood for. The live band playing traditional German music was a great touch and it was fun to watch the more brave folks out on the dance floor. Some people may find the traditional, fine dining establishment a bit outdated...but it was great to see the owners are taking strides to keep up with the times and get a newer generation through their doors. I look very forward to going back in the not so distant future.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 10, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The Black Forest Inn offers delicious authentic German cuisine. Their Schweinshaxn (crispy pork shank) was better than what I had in Dinkelsbuhl.

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  8. EleanorW VIP

    New York City10 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on September 9, 2017

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was not as good as usual. Is there a new chef

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 9, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have enjoyed all of our visits to the Black Forest Inn. The waitstaff is helpful and responsive, the atmosphere is light and friendly. The Octoberfest is rowdy and fun. You can't go wrong with any food selection here, we have never be unhappy with any of our choices. Every time we go we choose another German dish to try. We travel an hour to get here and love it!

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  10. Jacqueline VIP

    New York City127 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 8, 2017

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service are always good. Great value for the money.

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Black Forest Inn is rated 4.4 stars by 805 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Black Forest Inn

249 Rt 206, Stanhope, NJ 07874

Additional information

  • Cross street
    One mile off Exit 25 on Route 80
  • Neighborhood
    Stanhope
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 11:30-2:00 Dinner: Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday 4:30-10:00 Closed Mondays & Tuesdays Saturday 1:00-10:00 Sunday 1:00-8:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Continental, German, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Heinz Aichem
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Planning a party? Your place or ours. We’ll go the distance for you! <br /><br />From trays & chafing dishes ‘to go’ to fully staffed events, the Black Forest Inn is ready to fill your off-premise catering needs. With personal menu planning & attention to every detail, we will go above & beyond to make your party a big success. Ask about our Oktoberfest catered parties.
  • Private party facilities
    Several distinct dining areas offer your party privacy and a more personal dining experience. Rooms may be combined for a larger event. Menus are custom tailored for every taste & budget. Our dance floor is available at your request. Stop by & see our facilities.
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