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Saved from ruin and restored to elegant splendor, this historic restaurant and special event landmark offers one of the best panoramic views of the New York City skyline and all the surrounding landscape in-between. Highlawn Pavilion stands perched on a cliff at the crest of Eagle Rock Reservation, a beautiful 400+ acre park and nature preserve in the heart of Essex County. The Grill Room at the Highlawn is modern steakhouse dining at its finest, with top quality meats, New American entrees, impeccable service and spectacular views.
Upscale West Orange destination for New American cuisine with an outdoor bar & Manhattan views.
Hours
| Tuesday | 4–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–10 PM |
| Thursday | 4–10 PM |
| Friday | 4–10 PM |
| Saturday | 4–11 PM |
| Sunday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1 Crest Dr, West Orange, NJ 07052
Phone: (973) 731-3463
Website: https://highlawn.com/
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Reviews
Anthony MyName
The Highlawn is a beautiful upscale restaurant perfectly nestled at a high point with amazing views of Jersey City and the Manhattan skyline.
The restaurant is elegant and romantic, which is perfect for a date night or just a nice evening out with family or friends. We started with an appetizer of meatballs, which was perfectly seasoned and a great start to the evening. Our entrees were Lamb Chops and Strip Steak, both very tender and delicious. The Blueberry Crumble dessert was amazingly tasty and a great end to our meal.
Service at the Highlawn was amazing. Shakira, the host, and our server Charles, are both outstanding and add to the wonderful experience at the restaurant.
… moreThe restaurant is elegant and romantic, which is perfect for a date night or just a nice evening out with family or friends. We started with an appetizer of meatballs, which was perfectly seasoned and a great start to the evening. Our entrees were Lamb Chops and Strip Steak, both very tender and delicious. The Blueberry Crumble dessert was amazingly tasty and a great end to our meal.
Service at the Highlawn was amazing. Shakira, the host, and our server Charles, are both outstanding and add to the wonderful experience at the restaurant.
Alicia Zagami
We just had our wedding there this past weekend and I CANNOT say enough about this place!!! Btwn communication with Gianna and the GM Joel, they made our day amazing! The food was absolutely unbelievable & drinks were even better!!! All our guests keep ranting and raving about it. I’m so glad I chose this venue to host the best night of our lives!!!
… moreNyanka Kizzy
The view is the draw but the service and quality of food outshines it. Our server was knowledgeable and gave great recommendations.
Apps: smoked black cod roll was SENSATIONAL! The smokiness was perfectly balanced and tied the other parts of the sushi together perfectly. The soft shell crab was also delightful but I enjoyed the smoked black cod better.
Sugar snap peas was perfectly cooked and not over seasoned and had a lovely crispness. The whipped mash was a pleasure.
Porterhouse was impressive and worth the price.
Dessert was also perfection. I think I’ll be back here many more times
… moreApps: smoked black cod roll was SENSATIONAL! The smokiness was perfectly balanced and tied the other parts of the sushi together perfectly. The soft shell crab was also delightful but I enjoyed the smoked black cod better.
Sugar snap peas was perfectly cooked and not over seasoned and had a lovely crispness. The whipped mash was a pleasure.
Porterhouse was impressive and worth the price.
Dessert was also perfection. I think I’ll be back here many more times
Di
2nd Review
Top Restaurant perfect for holiday ce l abrasions, memorable dinners, and weddings with spectacular views of the city !!!
1st Review
My family has a long history of dinner celebrations at The Highlawn, and this year we added a wedding reception!!! Spectacular views of New York City , and it neighbors the stinning 9/11 Memorial – best location in Northern NJ! The venue, service and views are 5 Star !!!
… moreTop Restaurant perfect for holiday ce l abrasions, memorable dinners, and weddings with spectacular views of the city !!!
1st Review
My family has a long history of dinner celebrations at The Highlawn, and this year we added a wedding reception!!! Spectacular views of New York City , and it neighbors the stinning 9/11 Memorial – best location in Northern NJ! The venue, service and views are 5 Star !!!
Brett K
Went for Birthday celebration. Restaurant was more than accommodating wishing my partner happy birthday at the check-in stand and several times once we reached the table. We both received complementary pink champagne upon seating. we were seated facing a huge exterior window, which looked out onto the sparkling lights of New Jersey in the foreground and the New York City skyline in the background… The absolute, perfect setting! Upon being seated, my partner wasgiven a happy birthday card and a fizzling torch embedded in decorated chocolate chip ice cream after dinner. The drinks we ordered were unique and delicious. We ordered a short rib bahn mi for appetizer, Just tell me what it is catch a puppy send the spelling so what was it? It was like a wide pasta and what was in it OK thank you which was the only disappointing note for the evening: the meat was cold, and the bun was bland. For the entrée, my partner ordered a spicy wide pasta dish in an incredible tomato sauce with jumbo lump crab… An outstanding dish. I ordered lamb chops with an incredible tiny lentil sauce. Easily, the best lamb chops I’ve ever had.
… moreHafiz Waqas Ahmad
Went for anniversary dinner
Our server was nick, very attentive, great service by him, thank you for the staff who make our dinner more special by surprising gesture.
… moreOur server was nick, very attentive, great service by him, thank you for the staff who make our dinner more special by surprising gesture.
Michelle C
I recently hosted my baby shower at Highlawn Pavilion in West Orange, NJ, and it was an absolutely fantastic experience. From the moment we arrived, the breathtaking view of the New York City skyline set the perfect backdrop for a truly special celebration.
The food was nothing short of delicious—each dish was expertly prepared, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the quality of the meal.
The service was equally outstanding. The staff was incredibly polite, attentive, and professional, ensuring that everyone was well taken care of throughout the event. They went above and beyond to make the day seamless and stress-free.
If you’re looking for an elegant venue with amazing food, top-notch service, and a stunning view, I highly recommend Highlawn Pavilion. It made my baby shower unforgettable!
Can’t wait to go back for dinner and host another event here!
… moreThe food was nothing short of delicious—each dish was expertly prepared, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. Our guests couldn’t stop raving about the quality of the meal.
The service was equally outstanding. The staff was incredibly polite, attentive, and professional, ensuring that everyone was well taken care of throughout the event. They went above and beyond to make the day seamless and stress-free.
If you’re looking for an elegant venue with amazing food, top-notch service, and a stunning view, I highly recommend Highlawn Pavilion. It made my baby shower unforgettable!
Can’t wait to go back for dinner and host another event here!
KalandraDecor llc,
Beautiful venue, breathtaking views, and a wonderful team.
We loved providing balloon décor here for a special celebration ✨
– Kalandra Decor
… moreWe loved providing balloon décor here for a special celebration ✨
– Kalandra Decor
Nicole Murano
The banquet manager truly went above and beyond in every aspect of our event. From the initial planning stages through the final moments, their professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care were evident. Every request was handled promptly and thoughtfully, and they anticipated needs before we even had to ask. Their leadership ensured the entire event ran seamlessly, creating a stress-free and memorable experience for everyone involved. It’s rare to encounter someone so dedicated to excellence—this level of service made all the difference. Highly recommend.
… moreAlexandre Garcia
I am usually not hyper critical, especially on days as busy as Valentines Day. But when the service is horrid enough to ruin me and my girl’s special night, I have to let others know.
This was a pre fixe menu. First thing they do, is take your order for all four courses to make the night seamless and allow you uninterrupted time with your partner. I appreciated this, at least in theory.
First two courses came as ordered. But the third order took our service THREE times and 35-40 minutes to get right. THREE TIMES the server got our 3rd course wrong after being told THREE TIMES what it was. Unacceptable. I don’t care how busy the night is. That’s negligent and unbefitting of the establishment, let alone the near $500 I spent in advance for AN EXPERIENCE.
To rectify the matter, the servers covered our drinks for the evening (not any of the initial $500). But honestly, that did not rectify a thing.
Respectfully, this place is not worth the money or the headache. It is BEAUTIFUL, do not get me wrong, and the view is amazing, and the food was good (not great). But for that I’d go to a museum and get a bite before. If you want good service, this is not the place for you.
… moreThis was a pre fixe menu. First thing they do, is take your order for all four courses to make the night seamless and allow you uninterrupted time with your partner. I appreciated this, at least in theory.
First two courses came as ordered. But the third order took our service THREE times and 35-40 minutes to get right. THREE TIMES the server got our 3rd course wrong after being told THREE TIMES what it was. Unacceptable. I don’t care how busy the night is. That’s negligent and unbefitting of the establishment, let alone the near $500 I spent in advance for AN EXPERIENCE.
To rectify the matter, the servers covered our drinks for the evening (not any of the initial $500). But honestly, that did not rectify a thing.
Respectfully, this place is not worth the money or the headache. It is BEAUTIFUL, do not get me wrong, and the view is amazing, and the food was good (not great). But for that I’d go to a museum and get a bite before. If you want good service, this is not the place for you.