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 youโre 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!

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 Motherโs 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
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Catering Trays to Go (84)
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Gift Certificates (7)
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Hot Appetizers (12)
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Cold Appetizers (5)
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Soups & Salads (7)
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Lighter Fare (6)
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Entrees (17)
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Extra Sides & Sauces (24)
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Desserts by the Slice (7)
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Reheat to Eat (1)
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Custom Cakes & Sweets (1)
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Maifest Appetizers (15)
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Maifest Salads & Soups (9)
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Maifest Entrees (17)
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Maifest Extra Sides & Sauces (3)
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Mother's Day Appetizers (14)
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Mother's Day Soups & Salads (10)
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Mother's Day Entrees (14)
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Mother's Day Desserts (8)







