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McLoone's Boathouse, West Orange, NJ

McLoone's Boathouse

4.4
4.4
3796 Reviews
$30 and under
American
9 Cherry Lane, West Orange, NJ 07052

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
Located within the South Mountain Recreation Complex,

McLoone's Boathouse sits on the banks of the reservoir, showcasing spectacular views to our customers.

The offerings range from fresh seafood to hand-cut steaks, as well as pastas, burgers, salads & homemade desserts.

We also host Private & Semi-Private Events as we have banquet coordinators on site.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Trey Barnes
  • Catering
    We cater to business meeting, showers, birthdays, and wedding celebrations. With three different size private spaces and a variety of different menus, we can accommodate a wide variety of functions!
  • Private party facilities
    Located within the South Mountain Recreation Complex, McLoone's Boathouse sits on the banks of the reservoir, showcasing spectacular views to our customers. Keeping with the tradition of Tim McLoone's other locations, the menu offers American cuisine that appeals to the entire family.
  • Neighborhood
    West Orange
  • Cross street
    Northfield Ave
  • Parking details
    Self Parking<br />
  • Public transit
    NJ Transit 73
  • Entertainment
    Entertainment every Friday and Saturday night at 9pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Tacos + Tequila Tuesdays

    Multiple dates available
    Every Tuesday from 4 P.M. to close come and get your Taco + Tequila fix at McLoone's Boathouse! Featuring Casa Azul and our Chef prepared tacos! Menu is on our website: www.mcloonesboathouse.com **Only available in the bar, cocktail and on the patio
  • Sunday Brunch at McLoone's Boathouse

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for a delightful Sunday Brunch at McLoone's Boathouse, where you'll receive a complimentary Mimosa or Bellini with your meal. Enjoy our diverse menu for just $44.95 for adults and $16.95 for children ages 3 to 11. For more details, visit our website at www.mcloonesboathouse.com!
  • Star Wars Trivia Night

    May 4, 2025 only
    May the 4th be with you! Join us at McLoone's Boathouse on May 4th at 6:30 PM for our Star Wars Trivia Night! Remember, "Do or do not, there is no try." We’ll see you there, ready to test your Star Wars knowledge! Star Wars Day Trivia Sunday, May 4 @ 6:30pm RSVP at https://StarWarsMcLoones.Eventbrite.com
    Star Wars Trivia Night Photo

What 3,796 people are saying

McLoone's Boathouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Essex

    Great for brunch

  • Essex

    Kid-friendly

  • Essex

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Essex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
McLoone's Boathouse offers a "really nice" boathouse atmosphere with "great views" and a cozy fireplace. While some diners found the service "excellent" and their servers "amazing," others noted inconsistencies, particularly during busy times. The menu boasts a good variety, with standout items like spicy tuna nachos and Sunday brunch options, though some dishes were described as bland.

3,796 Reviews
  1. Jose

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice places lovely Good service Good food Good atmosphere Good attitude Good place Good location

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  2. Dena

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very relaxing, courtesy of the beautiful views. The food was very good came out in good time and the drinks were amazing. 

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  3. Paul VIP

    Tampa23 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I cannot believe this place hasn’t been shut down yet. What a fantastic location for such an absolutely garbage establishment. The service is abysmal. I waited 30 min for a beer today. Was it because of the holiday? No. It’s always like this. The food is total trash too. Nothing is fresh. It’s all just microwaved junk. This place needs to close down. There is no quality in the food or the service. I only come here because it’s attached to the park. This place has zero management nor expectations of their staff.
    McLoone's BoathouseResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Paul. We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at McLoone's Boathouse. It's clear that we fell short in meeting your expectations, and for that, we sincerely apologize. We're committed to improving and hope to have the chance to serve you again in the future.

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  4. Anna

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    While the food and service were very good, we waited 30 minutes past our reservation time for a table. It was uncomforyably loud. The floors in the dining and buffet areas were not kept clean. They ran out of glassware and dessert.

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  5. Brianne

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We arrived promptly for our 5:15 Easter dinner reservation but weren't seated until 6:00. A hostess brought us to an outdoor tent where no one else was seated, that was only partially set up, with tables and place settings, and was very far from the buffet, especially compared to the rest of the dining room. She said she would check for another table, and left us waiting there. She came back a few minutes later and brought us to a table in the dining room that had a tablecloth and nothing else—no napkins, silverware, salt and pepper, or small table lamps (like all the other tables had). The food on the buffet was not good—everything was dry or tough—and was not regularly replenished. Plates and cups were not being turned over and they turned to using plastic solo cups. No one who works there seems to care about anything. We won't be back.

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  6. Gloria

    New Jersey8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was not my first visit to McLoone’s – my experiences have been inconsistent – the Easter Brunch was surprisingly an exception – the food was really great – one of the best omelets I have had in recent memory – the crab cakes were a special treat – and even the mimosa was acceptable – arrived on time for my 2:30 reservation but had to wait for seating – not unreasonable but since I am a senior and so was one of my guest standing while waiting was not all that pleasant – Johnathan, our server was pleasant and efficient – a nice addition was David who assisted my post knee surgery guest back to the table refusing a gratuity The low score for value related to billing – fully aware of the price per person, the first bill brought to the table reflected the price adequately – after relinquishing my credit card the bill returned with the 20% gratuity added – there should have been some indication on the posted per person price, and 20% for a Buffet?
    McLoone's BoathouseResponded 5 days ago
    Hello Gloria, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our Easter Brunch and the exceptional omelet you had. However, we're sorry to hear about your experience with the seating and the gratuity. We appreciate your patience and understanding. We're always looking to improve and your feedback is invaluable in this process. We hope to welcome you back to McLoone's Boathouse soon for a more seamless experience. Best, The Management Team

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  7. Dan

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. Good tasting food, however the menu needs to be revised as it seems to be the same foods each time we go for buffets.
    McLoone's BoathouseResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Dan! We're thrilled to hear that you always have a great experience at McLoone's Boathouse. Your satisfaction with our food is our top priority. We appreciate your comments about the menu and will definitely take them into consideration as we continuously strive to enhance our buffet offerings. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  8. Dwight

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been visiting McLoone's Boathouse for a few years now for Easter Brunch and have always had a great experience. The food setup always looks beautiful and clean as I noticed the staff consistantly making sure it was sanitary as well. My family enjoyed everything which was most important to me. I highly recommend this establishment for their brunch!
    McLoone's BoathouseResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Dwight! We're thrilled to hear that you've enjoyed our brunch services at McLoone's Boathouse for years. We take pride in maintaining a clean and beautiful environment for our guests, and we're glad that you appreciate it. Your high recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to serving you and your family again soon!

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  9. Alicia

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience as always. Thank you to my service Amelia for exceptional quality customer service.
    McLoone's BoathouseResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Alicia! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience at McLoone's Boathouse. It's always a pleasure to serve our valued customers like you. We're glad that you enjoyed the food and found it of good value. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  10. June

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had Easter Brunch. Good selection of dishes, good service and great atmosphere
    McLoone's BoathouseResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, June! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your Easter Brunch at McLoone's Boathouse. It's great to know that our selection of dishes and service met your expectations. We're also glad that you enjoyed the atmosphere. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to serving you again soon! Best, The Management Team

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FAQs

McLoone's Boathouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (862) 252-7108.

McLoone's Boathouse is rated 4.4 stars by 3796 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  3. New Jersey
  4. Essex
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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for McLoone's Boathouse

9 Cherry Lane, West Orange, NJ 07052

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Northfield Ave
  • Neighborhood
    West Orange
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Self Parking<br />
  • Public transit
    NJ Transit 73
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Trey Barnes
  • Entertainment
    Entertainment every Friday and Saturday night at 9pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We cater to business meeting, showers, birthdays, and wedding celebrations. With three different size private spaces and a variety of different menus, we can accommodate a wide variety of functions!
  • Private party facilities
    Located within the South Mountain Recreation Complex, McLoone's Boathouse sits on the banks of the reservoir, showcasing spectacular views to our customers. Keeping with the tradition of Tim McLoone's other locations, the menu offers American cuisine that appeals to the entire family.
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