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The Highlawn, West Orange, NJ

The Highlawn

4.4
4.4
1404 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
23:30
Booked 39 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
Nestled atop the picturesque Eagle Rock Reservation in West Orange, NJ, The Highlawn is regarded throughout the region for fine dining and its dedication to making each celebration memorable and unique. It has been the trusted venue of many private groups, Fortune 500 companies, non-profit organizations, local community associations, and many more, and is a recipient of OpenTable's Diners' Choice Awards for the Top 100 Scenic View Restaurants.

The landmark has been revitalized to provide patrons with a premier fine dining experience and world-class site for weddings and special events. With world class Culinary Director and Executive Chef William Prunty now at the helm, diners can expect an out-of-this-world meal.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (973) 731-3463
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Built into the Watchung Mountain Ridge of West Orange’s Eagle Rock Reservation, the Wine Cellar is a venue like no other for private events, corporate functions, tastings, and celebrations. The event space hosts 15-65 guests and is the ideal setting for any gathering.
  • Private party facilities
    The Skyline Ballroom features the most iconic panoramic views of New York City—anywhere. The event space hosts up to 200 guests and is the perfect setting for receptions of any kind

What 1,404 people are saying

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
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • New Jersey

    Great for scenic views

  • New Jersey

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Essex

    Great for fine wines

  • Essex

    Romantic

  • Essex

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Highlawn offers a "spectacular view" of the NYC skyline and a "great atmosphere." Diners praise the "attentive service" and "memorable experiences," making it a favored spot for special occasions. While some find the food underwhelming, others rave about the "delicious meals." The ambiance and views consistently earn high marks.

1,404 Reviews
  1. Carolyn

    Washington DC

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a very enjoyable Thanksgiving day meal at the Highlawn.

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  2. Janet

    New York City

    42 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had Thanksgiving dinner and it was my actual birthday as well. All done in class! Food was delicious! Service impeccable! Restaurant had a birthday card on the table for me and then served dessert with a sparkling candle. Thank you! Much appreciated.

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  3. Wendy

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the service, food, atmosphere! Thank you to the chef and staff for a beautiful dinner! Tuna tartare for appetizer was delicious. Chilean sea bass was so light and tasteful, and the ribeye was flavorful and cooked perfectly accompanied by great creamy spinach. I will be back! :)

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  4. Peter

    New York City

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lucas an exceptional server. Appreciated Albert coming to our table to introduce himself. Sushi now among the best in NJ. Please don’t ever take the Sinatra off the cocktail menu!
    The HighlawnResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for joining us; it was our pleasure to host you. We thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. Your feedback is most appreciated and welcomed. We look forward to seeing you again! Very best, Laine Facatselis HL Assistant General Manager

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  5. nancy

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a view on this clear night! Service, from valet, hostess, coat room, food runner, waiter, table clearer between courses all were friendly, knew the answers about menu and were all professional, warm and friendly. I cannot say enough about the menu, our salads and entree followed by shared dessert were plated beautifully, seasoned to perfection, and a delicious blend of flavors. I definitely recommend this restaurant for a diverse menu that would satisfy all in your party.
    The HighlawnResponded 6 days ago
    Hello! Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience at The Highlawn. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the view and our menu. It's great to know that our team provided friendly, professional service and that you found our desserts to be well-rounded. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  6. linda

    New York City

    37 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    onion soup was poor. pumpernickel bread (or some other tough brown bread) was used instead of french bread. oysters were not enjoyable. sushi was ok. scallops were ok as well. nothing was really good. we've been here several times and the food was great. very disappointed at last night's meal.

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  7. James

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are regular guest of the highlawn we simply love the place. I have to say we were very very pleased with the food and service. It was a very pleasant night.

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  8. Dennis

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 20 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall experience was good. I would recommend. Tasty

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  9. James

    New York City

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always a great experience at The Highlawn. I have enjoyed every meal I have eaten there. It is the perfect place for date night or a business meal with important clients. The Highlawn is one of my favorite places to wine, dine, and entertain in north New Jersey.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. We had the Tomahawk and a nice bottle. Service was excellent amd the food was made to perfection.

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The Highlawn is rated 4.4 stars by 1404 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
23:30
Booked 39 times today
Google Map for The Highlawn

1 Crest Dr, West Orange, NJ 07052

Additional information

  • Area
    West Orange
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (973) 731-3463
  • Catering
    Built into the Watchung Mountain Ridge of West Orange’s Eagle Rock Reservation, the Wine Cellar is a venue like no other for private events, corporate functions, tastings, and celebrations. The event space hosts 15-65 guests and is the ideal setting for any gathering.
  • Private party facilities
    The Skyline Ballroom features the most iconic panoramic views of New York City—anywhere. The event space hosts up to 200 guests and is the perfect setting for receptions of any kind
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