Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. New Jersey
  4. Essex
  5. West Orange
McLoone's Boathouse, West Orange, NJ

McLoone's Boathouse

4.3
4.3
3752 Reviews
$30 and under
American

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for outdoor dining
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.


Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30–15:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 15:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (862) 252-7108
  • Website
    http://www.mcloonesboathouse.com/
  • 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.
  • Location
    9 Cherry Lane, West Orange, NJ 07052
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Sunday Brunch at McLoone's Boathouse

    Multiple dates available
    Sunday Brunch - Every Sunday at McLoone's Boathouse. You can find our menu on www.mcloonesboathouse.com Adults - $42.95 Children (3 to 11 yrs old) - $16.95

  • 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

  • Home Alone Trivia

    12 Dec 2024 only
    Get ready for a Home Alone showdown! Can you outwit the Wet Bandits and recall every epic moment of Kevin's holiday adventure? From the Macaulay madness to the most memorable pranks, it’s time to test your knowledge of this holiday classic. Gather your crew and come at 7 to channel your inner Kevin McCallister, and see if you’ve got what it takes to win our Home Alone Trivia Night. Don't let this one slip away—it’ll be a trivia event you won’t forget! RSVP at; https://McLoonesHomeAlone.Eventbrite.com

Offers

  • Karaoke Night

    19 Dec 2024 only
    Mon - 16:00 - 21:45,Wed - Thu - 16:00 - 21:45
    Hit the high notes, and own the spotlight at McLoone's Boathouse! Join us at 8:00 PM for Karaoke night located on our outside patio, weather permitted, or inside bar. Call 862-252-7108 to make your reservation now!

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 3,752 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Essex

    Great for brunch

  • Essex

    Child-friendly

  • Essex

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
McLoone's Boathouse offers a charming lakeside ambiance, perfect for both special occasions and casual dining. Guests rave about the "beautiful outdoor seating" and "exceptional brunch buffet." The service is often praised as "friendly and attentive," though experiences can vary. With a diverse menu, it's a popular choice for gatherings.

3,752 Reviews

  1. Harriet

    Jacksonville

    26 reviews

    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant, food and service mediocre, overpriced

    Is this helpful?

  2. Chanelle

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The buffet was terrible and not worth the price. The food was cold and not flavorful. Not much variety. Waffles and french toast were hard. Not many options for the omelet station. Fruit was the non-popular cantoloupe and melon. Coffee was not good either.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Caitlin

    Washington DC

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dining experience with my husband, toddler, and in laws. The holiday decor and burning fireplace made it so cozy and food was delicious.

    Is this helpful?

  4. Susan

    New Jersey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly, competent service, delicious food, delivered at an appropriate pace. On a biting cold night, the fireplaces were a lovely experience

    Is this helpful?

  5. Monica

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall, quality and quantity was very good. Our reservation was for Noon and had to wait for a few minutes while the table for our party of 6 was getting ready. I did have to then approach the hostess desk to find out if the table was ready for us which we were then seated immediately. The ambiance was nice with many families, the noise levels a bit loud but to be expected for brunch time. Our server was very attentive and friendly! Definitely recommended beautiful location will return for when the weather gets warmer!

    Is this helpful?

  6. Rachael

    New Jersey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We thoroughly enjoyed our time today. The food was excellent but the service was better from the hostesses greeting us warmly to being seated right away it was such a lovely experience. Above all our server Amanda was courteous knowledgeable pleasant and attentive. She made great recommendations and made sure we were happy. Thank you Amanda for making our time relaxing and enjoyable. We definitely will be back again. The seasonal decor was also a plus!

    Is this helpful?

  7. Veronica

    New York City

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    I’d like to note this is only a reflection of the Thanksgiving day service. I can’t comment on regular days. This restaurant struggles with keeping up with the crowds and would probably benefit with limiting the crowd to improve service. I personally will not go back. Their food is offered buffet style. They struggled with keeping plates on for the buffet. Of the three plates on the table, mine was filthy. Then the buffet selection is limited. They offer turkey, salmon, ham, with a carving station. The sides are not replenished fast enough but you can make a plate. The desserts are limited. Getting water and beverages refilled was a struggle. They missed out on profit because no one asked if you wanted another round of cocktails. I observed only one floor manager when it appears there should have been three as the busboys struggled to replenish napkins/ silverware. We had to get up and ask them for silverware. Same with trying to get our check. They are either understaffed or undertrained. This is not a luxury experience. The place looks great but it’s not great service. But it is affordable and you can see you get exactly what you paid for. Nothing impressive.

    Is this helpful?

  8. Janet

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We thoroughly enjoyed our Thanksgiving Buffet this year! Honestly , was the best in about 3 yrs ! Nice relaxing Holiday dinner ....
    McLoone's BoathouseResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your Thanksgiving buffet this year and found it to be the best in a few years. It's great to know that you had a relaxing holiday dinner with us. We always strive to provide the best food, service, and value, so your feedback is greatly appreciated. We look forward to serving you again soon. Have a wonderful Holiday!

    Is this helpful?

  9. Dan

    New York City

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been to McLoones for Thanksgiving, Easter and Mother’s Day brunch for many years now. Usually food and service are fantastic. However this year we were all severely disappointed in both. The quality of the food was subpar, the same selection as last year and just not good. The servers are usually very attentive and check in regularly to see of anything is needed. But our server this year was just not that good. Even going as far to ask if we needed our check the moment we sat down with some dessert. Not asking if we wanted tea, coffee or anything else. Once again lackluster meal and service. Which is a shame because we have always referred all of our friends to eat here for Thanksgiving, Easter or Mothers Day.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Barbara Ann

    New Jersey

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been coming to celebrate for many years and it has always been an outstanding experience for us.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

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

McLoone's Boathouse is rated 4.3 stars by 3752 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 30 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for McLoone's Boathouse

9 Cherry Lane, West Orange, NJ 07052

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Northfield Ave
  • Area
    West Orange
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30–15:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 15:00–21:00
  • 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, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.mcloonesboathouse.com/
  • Phone number
    (862) 252-7108
  • 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.
Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Delight more diners
  • Restaurant Blog
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable International Ltd. Alphabeta Building, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo