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Monday 11:30am - 9pm Thursday 11:30am - 9pm Friday 11:30am - 9pm Saturday 11:30am - 9pm Sunday 11:30am - 9pm

The Windlass

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Year-round indoor and outdoor pavilion lakeside dining on Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey. A New True Lake Tradition in the making. Open all year. Lunch and Dinner.

The Windlass features contemporary Italian and Continental Cuisine featuring fresh ingredients in expertly composed dishes. Our state of the art kitchen includes a wood burning pizza oven and raw bar. Our approachable w**e selection compliments our menu. Don't forget the cocktail menu which reflects current trends in spirits as well as classic drinks and interesting range of beers. All of this lakeside on beautiful Lake Hopatcong. Our dining room offers pavilion like setting which harkens back to the history of the site as well as outdoor dining when weather permits. Private parties and off-site catering.

11/12/2026

New season, new flavors at The Windlass! ❄️🍝

Our 2027 Winter Menu has officially arrived, bringing back fan favorites like our Mozzarella Spiedini and Braised Short Rib Ravioli, alongside exciting new additions like Bolognese Lasagna and Vegetable Ravioli just to name a few. Discover what’s new this season! Which dish are you trying first?

📍 The Windlass | Lake Hopatcong, NJ
https://thewindlass.com/menu

10/13/2026

THIS WEEKEND 💕

Ribbon Of Hope. Symbol Of Strength. A Cure Worth Fighting For. This October, the Windlass is turning PINK! 💗

Join the LivetheLakeNJ family on Saturday, October 17, 2026 for our annual Pink Party & Dine to Donate Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser, a day of hope, strength, community, and giving back on beautiful lake.

Proceeds from the day will be given to the Carol G. Simon Cancer Center at Morristown Medical Center, helping support cancer care and services for patients and families in our community.

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
📍 The Windlass | 45 Nolans Point Rd, Lake Hopatcong, NJ
🍽️ Dine to Donate | 11:30 AM–9:00 PM
🎀 Pink Party | 6:00–9:00 PM
🎶 Live Music | 6:00–9:00 PM
Reservations: 973-663-3190

The Pink Party | 6:00pm - 9:00pm
We’re turning up the PINK! Grab your friends, wear your brightest pink, and join us for an evening filled with music, prizes, fundraising, and community spirit.

Happening throughout the night:
- Balloon Pop: Pop a balloon for a chance to win local gift cards, dining vouchers & prizes!
- W**e & Bottle Pull: Pick a bottle and take home a surprise. Everyone’s a winner!
- Raffles: Enter for your chance to win exciting prize packages throughout the evening.
- Exclusive 2026 Paint the Point Long Sleeve Shirts: Our limited-edition Lake Hopatcong pink shirts will be available while supplies last!
- Live Music: Sing, dance, and celebrate with us from 6–9 PM.

The Pink Party is one of our favorite fall traditions at the Windlass, so gather your crew and reserve your table early! Together, we gather to celebrate survivors, support those currently fighting, honor the loved ones we’ve lost, and raise hope for a future without breast cancer.

Wear Pink. Raise Hope. Celebrate Strength.

RESERVATIONS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. Call The Windlass at 973-663-3190.

10/09/2026

THIS WEEKEND!🍻

A celebration worth tapping into! 🥨

Oktoberfest is back at the Windlass! Join us October 9th to the 11th to indulge in delicious Oktoberfest traditional dishes and specialty drinks. Check out our menu here https://thewindlass.com/specials-menu

Reservations are recommended and can be made by using the Resy app or by calling 973.663.3190

10/06/2026

October is packed at the Windlass!

From Oktoberfest and live music to family Halloween fun and events that give back, there’s a lot happening on Lake Hopatcong this month. Save these dates!

OKTOBERFEST WEEKEND | OCT. 9–11
Raise a stein and celebrate with German-inspired food & drink specials all weekend! Plus, enjoy live music from Scoot On Down on Sunday from 2–4 PM. Prost! 🍺

PINK PARTY | OCT. 17
Wear your pink and join us for a day of dining, fundraising and fun benefiting the Carol G. Simon Cancer Center.
- Dine to Donate: 11:30 AM–9 PM
- Pink Party: 6–9 PM
- Live music by Kevin McArdle + raffles, Balloon Pop, Bottle Pull & more!

FREE TRUNK OR TREAT | OCT. 23 • 5–7 PM
Bring the kids, costumes and trick-or-treat bags for our first Trunk or Treat at The Windlass! A FREE evening of decorated trunks, candy and Halloween fun by the lake. 🍬

MONSTER MASH COOKIE BASH | OCT. 25 • 12–3 PM
A spooky-sweet afternoon with Sweet Blessings Bakery! Decorate Halloween cookies, enjoy a lunch buffet and celebrate with plenty of family fun.
- Adults $53 | Kids 5–12 $35
- Reservations required: 973-663-3190

HALLOWEEN OF HOPE | THROUGH OCT. 26
Help us bring some Halloween magic to local kids! Drop off a new, unused children’s Halloween costume at The Windlass now through October 26 to support children at Goryeb Children’s Hospital.

DINE TO DONATE | OCT. 26
Join us all day as we wrap up Halloween of Hope with a special Dine to Donate benefiting local healthcare initiatives through Atlantic Health System.

09/21/2026

Grand Prix 2026 on Lake Hopatcong 🏁

09/10/2026

Who are we seeing on Sept 20th for the 2026 Grand Prix on Lake Hopatcong? 🚤🏁

Check out the information below on how you can watch the races right from the Windlass and make your reservations today!

08/17/2026

The Windlass is currently looking for to hire for multiple positions.
▪️Servers
▪️Bussers
▪️Food Runners

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with beautiful lake views, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Please share with anyone who might be interested!

Apply online: https://livethelakenj.com/job-opportunities

08/14/2026

Punch buckets at the lake? Yes, please 😍☀️🍹

Nothing says summer on Lake Hopatcong quite like a punch bucket by the water.

📍 the Windlass | Lake Hopatcong, NJ

Have you tried our Nolan’s Point Punch or Byram Cove Breeze yet this summer? Tag the friend you’d share one with!

07/31/2026

Lunch on the lake just hits different ☀️

📍the Windlass, Lake Hopatcong, NJ

Featured is our daily special Filet Mignon Sandwich, available while supplies last!

07/20/2026

Mondays just became your favorite night of the week. 🥩🍷✨

Skip the cooking tonight and treat yourself to dinner by the lake.

Tonight's Steakhouse Monday feature is our Cowgirl Ribeye Platter topped with BBQ shrimp, served alongside our house-made lobster mac & cheese and chef's vegetables, paired with two glasses of house w**e for just $85.

Join us starting at 4pm and make Monday something to look forward to. We'll save you a seat!

Address

45 Nolans Point Park Road
Lake Hopatcong, NJ
07849

Opening Hours

Monday	11:30am - 9pm
Thursday	11:30am - 9pm
Friday	11:30am - 9pm
Saturday	11:30am - 9pm
Sunday	11:30am - 9pm

Website

http://www.thewindlass.com/

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