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    McLoone's Boathouse

    2.5 (1.4k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    MCLOONE'S BOATHOUSE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Jeannette L.

    Earlier this month, I enjoyed Sunday Brunch at McLoone's Boathouse. We were a party of five and celebrating a birthday. Taurus Season! :) While I'm from the area and also frequently visit the Waterfront that's part of the South Mountain Recreation Complex, this was my first time actually inside the restaurant. Brunch is buffet style with a variety of stations. Most of the stations are located in one area between dining rooms, but there are also stand alone stations. On our way out, I caught the "Waffle" station out of the corner of my eye and instantly regretted not doing a better scan of the entire layout lol. The food was very good and was presented elegantly on the tables and stations. Shiny chrome roll top chafers were replenished frequently with hot foods - breakfast eggs, sausages, bacon, potatoes, pasta, chicken, fish. There were also cheese and fruit platters, lox with capers, and oysters, clams, shrimp. You could also enjoy mimosas and bellinis if you like. McLoone's has a charm about it when you're in there. While waiting for the rest of my group, I looked around and saw the variety of seating areas and party rooms. It's nice.

    Clams
    Marta F.

    Came to celebrate a birthday. Place is quite cozy with fireplaces burning and great Christmas spirit. We all started with different appetizers which were all outstanding. Entrees were just a good. Service was great very attentive helped with menu questions. The staff even gave the birthday girl a signed birthday card, what a personalized touch! Will definitely be back!

    Sunday Brunch / Outdoor Patio
    Dash N.

    The service was great and the food was delicious. We did the Sunday Brunch which is a self serve with a variety of cold and hot foods from breakfast, lunch, salads, seafood, fruits, vegetables, Omelette table, and so much more. Great for the family, group of friends, or even a solo adventure. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. The entire experience was wonderful and worthy of every penny spent.

    Woodford reserve! Delicious
    Margiori C.

    Its always a great time coming here. Food is great, friendly staff. Restaurant grounds are beautiful and after you eat you can walk around the restaurant and take the path towards the pond behind the establishment. Always a pleasant evening.

    We split the burrata !! It was a great portion.
    Camille G.

    First timers, we wanted an experience not just a meal. We were greeted as walked in. Our first thoughts were to sit at the bar as we walked towards the bar we saw a high top table for two right in front of the huge fireplace. We decided to sit there. A friendly bartender came over introduced himself and we chatted. Loved his energy!! As we scoped the menu, our waters came out . We were so lucky as a great live band was playing great music. We enjoyed it. We ordered two great cocktails . They were delicious. Bartender came around the bar and took or food order. Our appetizer came out so fast, we were impressed. Looked and tasted Amazing! Our dinner came out shortly. My steak was perfectly executed. Great cut of meat and loved that it was already sliced. Brussels sprouts and red potatoes were perfect. As we enjoyed the band - And the fire, we asked for the dessert list and chose the cream brûlée cheesecake. That was the perfect end of a phenomenal dinner! We will definitely be back!! Highly recommend!! It's definitely an experience you will never forget.

    Carrot cake
    Cathy G.

    The most perfect holiday dinner! I love going with a group of people because then there is more options to try. The restaurant is beautifully decorated with Christmas decor. With all that said let's go On to the food. DELICIOUS!!!! Everything was mouth watering and cooked to perfection. The Firecracker shrimp were so good I drool Thinking about them. The desserts were the best Way to end the evening. My Only complaint would be the butternut squash ravioli they were drenched in to much butter or perhaps fat from the prosciutto but there was no real flavor either. Luck would have it that it was my meal hahahaha. Our waitress was a star, when picking appetizers she would excitedly agree or if it wasn't a fan favorite she'd give a little hmmm any other choice? It was funny and much appreciated.

    Karina U.

    I've now been here for two events and a dinner, and I have to say that both the food and the service are incredible. They really do go above and beyond. Of course, you can't beat the location and the view either.

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    Ognjenka Z.

    Went here for a work event ! The place is beautiful right on the water, they have a big bar and some private rooms for bigger parties ! Food and drinks were delicious and servers were prompt and professional.I'm definitely coming back !! Good spot for brunch , dinner and drinks and can even have a large gathering here or a cool date spot too !! I'm going to be back :)

    Service was mediocre. Appetizer: Coconut shrimp ls 4 pieces - shrimp was well balanced with the berry sauce and mango. Coconut was not overwhelming. Entree: skirt steak was just ok. I ordered medium but it came medium well. The corn Salad the came with it was excellent

    Asian Ahi Tuna
    Christian E.

    Today my girlfriend & I went to McLoone's Boathouse and we were very disappointed in our food experience. First off, we started with the calamari ($18) and it was so bad that we had to send it back and have them take it off of our bill. My girlfriend took the first bite and immediately looked at me and just paused, waiting for me to try it...because she already knew I wasn't going to think it was good. Sure enough, the bite was extremely chewy and rubbery. Absolutely NO crisp at all, just heavy and greasy like it had been sitting in a bowl of oil. It was honestly WAY below the quality you'd expect from a place like this. Secondly, we tried the Asian Ahi Tuna salad ($24), and that didn't really redeem anything. The tuna didn't taste fresh at all, nor was it seared properly, and it definitely wasn't blackened like the menu described. The salad had decently good ingredients, but the execution just wasn't there. It looked like everything was thrown into a bowl and the dressing was poured right in the middle without being mixed, so every bite was inconsistent. The craziest part is the contrast with the ambience. The space itself is beautiful. The fireplace, layout, bar, everything was easily a 5 out of 5. It's right on the water, so you can walk around before or after your meal, which is a great touch. We even played mini golf next door, which was a really fun little activity and honestly one of the highlights of the whole experience. But the food just doesn't match the setting at ALL. McLoones feels much more like a spot you go to for drinks and the vibe, not for the food itself. Unfortunately, we didn't even get to try the drinks, but based on everything else, that's probably the only reason I'd consider coming back.

    Shrimp Tacos
    Annie C.

    I've been to McLoone's before for brunch years ago (which I loved!) but never went for dinner as I had in mind that it was too fancy but it's the perfect blend of relaxed yet upscale atmosphere! The menu had a pleasant range of options for something lighter or a large meal. I had the shrimp tacos and was impressed by how flavorful they were with just a few simple ingredients. Will definitely be returning to try more of the menu and get one of the incredible looking desserts.

    Turkey panini
    Jane C.

    My family's visit here was fantastic, on several accounts. We were a fairly large group, including several children, coming off a hot and hungry walk around the nearby reservoir. We didn't have any reservations, but we were happily surprised to find they were willing to seat us. Once we entered the space, it was easy to see why. There's a TON of space, both indoors and on their spacious patio. The indoor space is separated into several dining rooms (each with its own name and theme), with an upscale lodge-like feel that somehow both felt casual and nice enough to imagine the restaurant as a potential event space. The menu reads like a fancier diner menu, with plenty of old favorites done well. I ordered the Betty salad, which was a beautifully composed mix of greens, apples, craisins, and candied walnuts. I find a lot of restaurant salads to be overdressed, but McLoone's got their proportions right. My husband's turkey panini was also eaten without complaint. The bread was crunchily toasted and the cheese melty enough to ooze all over the turkey. Around the table, there was common praise for the fries here, which are hot, well-fried, and super starchy. They were good enough that anyone who didn't get fries with their order promptly regretted it. There's been some grumbling about service in some of the reviews here, but I had no issues with the service we received. Our waiter checked in with us frequently to make sure we had everything we needed and silently swooped in to refill water glasses without our asking. Best of all, our bill at the end seemed pretty reasonable for the number of people we had in our party. We had a fantastic impromptu lunch and would definitely return the next time we come to the reservoir or Turtleback Zoo (also nearby).

    Bullfrog in lake right below McLoone's
    Tony P.

    Went on a date with someone and we met here because we both lived far away so this was like a halfway point. It looks like it was once an old lodge right on this lake, which I guess is part of this beautiful park, the grounds of which were extraordinary. We both had burgers. I thought they were good, large, with excellent french fries. Maybe a little undercooked, even for a medium rare person like myself. if I was ever in the area again, I would definitely go back just for the park alone. The service was excellent as well. very attentive. We sat outside overlooking the lake. There was definitely an event going on inside and the place is just huge. Sorry, forgot to take a picture again, but I have another one of interest!

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    I have been dining at McLoone's for years. Great atmosphere. My last dining visit the food was not up to standards.

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    Nice date place. I went there for my birthday. I loved it. Great ambiance and excellent food.

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    9 months ago

    Gray bar space great food excellent brunch great ambience a good date spot and a great boon to the community.

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    Ask the Community - McLoone's Boathouse

    Is this place dog friendly? I saw them on bring Fido but wanted to check

    They do have outside patio seating that is pet friendly.

    Can you sit at the bar and watch sports?

    No, there is no bar seating, but I was told probably soon

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    Castle Rock Bar and Grill

    4.3(10 reviews)
    3.2 mi

    First time visiting and i can't stop thinking about it. Took a seat at the bar to watch the…read moreplayoffs. Decent wine and beer selection. The star here is the food. Butter chicken on naan the size of tacos were my favorite. Warm pretzels were well seasoned with a side of beer cheese. Attentive Staff large diningroom plenty of parking

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    3.1(161 reviews)
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    This place came highly recommended by a friend and I must say the experience was simply amazing…read morefrom the minute we walked in the door . We had reservations for 5:30 but we were early and decided to grab a drink at the bar , we were greeted by Shawna the bartender . What a pleasant and friendly person . I could sit at that bar for ours simply because of her services . Once we sat at our table we met our server Oberon ( hope I spelled that right ) what a pleasant person , very helpful and efficient . We had a little discrepancy with the appetizer and that was immediately addressed by Janine , who was extremely helpful . The ambiance in the place is AMAZING !!! We ordered chicken park and pappardelle as main dish and I must give my complements to the chef . The food was exceptionally good . I felt like the servers are attentive and always checking if you need anything . They also have parking and the bathrooms are extremely clean . Will definitely go back as I have now saved this place on my favorites list . Great big thanks to all the amazing people mentioned above for their outstanding service . See you again soon :)

    I always heard about this place and we decided to try it on a weekday night for dinner. We made a…read morereservation that day and were able to get in. While this very local -very casual place was very busy and packed inside...( I forgot to post when we came a while ago. ) They accommodated us with a table which they called the " upstairs area". While the service was attentive and very good the food was ok. We had salads, apps, onion dip, eggplant parmesan, and a chicken dish. They had hot bread on the table as well. It was ok- so idk if i'd be rushing back so fast again.

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    Valley Fresh - Buffalo Chicken Avocado wrap.

    Valley Fresh

    3.6(95 reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    Love Valley Fresh- they make everything homemade with fresh ingredients. Specifically, I always…read moreorder the Caesar Salad (with crispy chicken on the side) bc the dressing is made fresh and one of the best dressings i've ever had, the clam chowder is very flavorful and delicious, onion rings are the best, and their cheesesteak is delicious as well. Love that they have healthy options like smoothies and crepes and also feel good foods made in a fresh way.

    Valley Fresh is my husband's find. He'd heard good things about this local eatery off South Valley…read morein West Orange. He's ordered online for pick-up a couple of times already for us. True to the name, food is fresh and made to order items. The menu is a mix of classic Greek specialties, burger/sandwiches/wraps, crepes and smoothies, and salads. They also have wings/tenders and empanadas.  I'm a fan of the salads there. My favorite is the Village Greek Salad. My husband's favorite is the veggie burger - the VF homemade veggie patty *chef's kiss* as he would say (or motion).  The inside of Valley Fresh is cute with its chalkboard, handwritten menu and tables if you want to eat there. There was also a shelf where they sell some chips, coffee bean bags, olive oil, etc. (I was eyeing the bags of Black Lion ELNA coffee and Agrino fava beans).  Glad to see Valley Fresh in the area; a good go-to for fast, fresh and tasty eats!

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    Valley Fresh - Very disappointed. Not recommended.

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    Very disappointed. Not recommended.

    McLoone's Boathouse - newamerican - Updated September 2026

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