Black Forest Inn

Heritage. History.
Legacy.

Welcome!
We’re a multi-generation, family-owned
and operated restaurant, serving Northern NJ for more than 40 Years!

Established in 1978, the Black Forest Inn, in Stanhope, NJ, offers truly authentic German – Continental Cuisine.ย  Encompassing both regional German foods and neighboring influences from France, Italy and Eastern Europe — truly the ‘Heart of Europe’.

We offer Traditional German Selections, Fresh Fish & Seafood, Prime aged Steaks and Lighter Fare.
Our Menus change with Seasonal Options, including many locally sourced ingredients.

Food brings people together.

Whether youโ€™re celebrating Birthdays, an Engagement,
a Bridal Shower, a Wedding, a Baby Shower, Anniversaries, Religious Occasions, having a Business Function or enjoying simple Family Dinners, food always plays an integral part.
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We share in these moments with menus created from fresh ingredients served with professionalism and care. At our place or yours, the Black Forest Inn will make any day a Special Occasion!
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With personal menu planning and attention to every detail, we will fulfill your expectations and more! In-house offers private rooms while off-premises catering ranges from dinner trays to chafing dishes to fully staffed service. Gluten-Free/Vegetarian/Vegan options available.

Good Times, Great Food!

Our Services

Fine & Casual Dining

Our In House Menus
offer a range
of Dining Experiences:
Take Out Ordering,
A Casual Bar/Lounge Area;
our Stube/Wine Room area,
Perfect for Smaller Parties;
our Garden Room
for Larger Private Parties
and our Main Dining Room.
Each area may be combined
to accommodate your
Special Event!

Online Ordering from our Dinner Menu:

Catering

We offer:
Online Ordering
of Catering Trays for Pickup

Catering and Party Services

and On & Off-Premises
Catering. . .
From Delivered Trays
to Fully Staffed
Full-Service Events
with Customized Menus
to meet your Specifications
and Price Point!

Food Truck

We’re On The Road!
Our Newest Venture:
Black Forest Food Truck!

Meet us at Local Events,
Festivals, Markets
and Fairs!

Also available for your
next Private Party
or Corporate Event!

Black Forest Food Truck!


Upcoming Holidays & Monthly Events!

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Happy Spring! Our Maifest Menu:

Maifest!

Welcoming Spring!

Saturday, May 2nd, 1 – 9 PM

With a Special Menu and Live Music!

Happy Motherโ€™s Day! Our Special Menu:

Happy Mother’s Day!

Brunch 10 AM – 2 PM

Ala Carte 3 – 8 PM

Reservations, please

‘So You Think You Can Drink’

Our Monthly Four Course Pairing/Tasting Event

Thursday, May 21st, 7 PM

Featuring: Rosaluz Tequila!

Reservations, please



Thursday, April 30th

Featuring a Great Show with Anthony Duke Claus!





Custom Cake inquiries may be made online. See our Custom Cakes and Sweets page, complete our form and our baker will contact you directly. Lead time for Custom Cakes is three days minimum.


Grateful for our customers, new faces and old friends


Executive Chef Heinrich K. Aichem

Meet Our Team

Heinrich J. Aichem

Chef Tournant

Paul Keller

Garde Manger

Hailey Aichem

Desserts Specialist

Kim Keller

Desserts Specialist

Takeout/Curbside Pickup: Hours as stated above. Order Takeout *here* or use the Categories below to place your order online for Takeout, Gift Certificates and Custom Cake Orders!

Gift Certificates are available for Online Ordering!

Catering and Party Services please click *here* for more information and to complete our inquiry form