“Wie Geht’s!”
What is German Food?
More than just
Schnitzel & Sausages!
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. Encompassing both regional German foods and neighboring influences from France, Italy and Eastern Europe — German-Continental is truly the ‘Heart of Europe’.
But what IS German-Continental Cuisine?
Traditional German Selections, Fresh Fish & Seafood, Prime aged Steaks and Lighter Fare!
Fresh Salads, Soups & Bisque, Charcuterie with Chef’s Own Smoked Meats and Local Long Valley NJ Cheeses.
Our Menus change with Seasonal Special Options, including many Locally Sourced Ingredients, and offer variety and size options for any appetite.
And our new Four Course Mini Tasting Menu
available for when you simply want less. More than just Schnitzel & Sausages! And Yes, We have that, too!
Heritage. History.
Legacy.
About Us
The family patriarch, Chef Heinz Aichem was born in Germany and directed restaurant kitchens in Germany, prior to opening his own restaurant.
His son, Heiner Aichem, also mastered his culinary skills in Germany & France and now guides his son Heinrich and daughter Hailey in the Black Forest Inn kitchen.
Heiner’s wife Holly creates custom cakes and sweets and manages social media and internet sales.
Barbara Aichem-Koster, Heinz’s daughter, manages the restaurant and specializes in planning on and off premises catering & events, including our new food truck!
Food brings people
together.
Whether you’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.
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!
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!
Reviews
Exceptional!
Brought the family there from New York and they all loved it!! Can’t wait to come back. Lovely atmosphere as well.
— Aya Nakamura
THE BEST! I’ll be back!!!
This might be the last great German restaurant in New Jersey, but even if there were a thousand others, this would be THE BEST! Great ambiance and service. Staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and welcoming. The interior is straight from Germany.
The food! Oh, the food! Authentic German food! Beef rouladen with carrot, mashed potatoes and a rich brown sauce. Spätzle and red cabbage. Delicious! Gemischte salat teller: beet salad, cucumber salad, and greens salad with light dressing and tomato. We also had maultaschen (a Bavarian ravioli) that had a wonderful sauce. Venison and boar prosciutto appetizer and then venison medallions as an entree. We had Black Forest cake for dessert. The portions are generous!
This was my third visit and in the words of Schwarzenegger, I’ll be back!!!
— Harry R.
The food is amazing!
The flavor combinations are complex and delightful. The dry Riesling pairs well. Atmosphere is amazing. The server was charming. The most delicious food I’ve had in New Jersey. I will definitely be back.
— Alicia O.
Our Dinner Menus:
Upcoming Holidays & Monthly Events!
Happy Spring! Our Maifest Menu:
Maifest!
Welcoming Spring!
Saturday, May 2nd, 1 – 9 PM
With a Special Menu and Live Music!
Happy Mother’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!
Meet Us!
Holly Aichem
Barbara Aichem-Koster
Meet Our Kitchen
Heinrich J. Aichem
Chef Tournant
Paul Keller
Garde Manger/Food Truck
Hailey Aichem
Desserts Specialist
Kim Keller
Desserts Specialist
Matthew Calvano
Entremetier
Grayson Gang
Entremetier/Food Truck
Ava Pankey
Entremetier
Patrick D’Allessio
the new guy
Grateful for our customers, new faces and old friends
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.
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)