The Windlass Menu

The Windlass, located in Lake Hopatcong, NJ, offers a mix of American, Italian, and seafood dishes in a casual yet classy setting. With a range of amenities such as outdoor seating, full bar, and free Wi-Fi, it's a versatile spot for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Customers rave about the beautiful lakefront views and attentive service, making it a prime location for a relaxing dining experience. The menu features standout dishes like fried calamari, chicken saltimbocca, and Crazy Tuna roll, all served with exquisite flavors. The ambiance at The Windlass is perfect for special occasions or casual get-togethers, providing a memorable dining experience for all.

Drink Menu

Chardonnay

$10.00

Pinot Grigio

$10.00

Sauvignon Blanc

$10.00

White Zinfandel

$10.00

Cabernet

$10.00

Merlot

$10.00

Pinot Noir

$10.00

Franco Amoroso Prosecco (Italy)

$10.00

Franco Amoroso Sparkling Rose (Italy)

$10.00

Relax Riesling (Germany)

$12.00

Seaglass Pinot Grigio (California)

$12.00

Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc (New Zealand)

$12.00

Kendall Jackson Chardonnay (California)

$13.00

Charles & Charles Rosé (Columbia Valley, WA

$12.00

Decoy Pinot Noir (Sonoma County)

$18.00

Educated Guess Merlot (Napa Valley)

$17.00

Crios Malbec (Argentina)

$13.00

Educated Guess Cabernet (Napa Valley)

$18.00

Tiamo Chianti (Italy)

made with organic grapes

$12.00

TITO'S PICK YOUR CRUSH

tito's vodka, fresh lime juice, choice of watermelon, peach, strawberry puree, topped with club soda

$13.00

THE WINDLASS RITA

tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, splash simple syrup and fresh agave

$13.00

LAVENDER LEMONADE

white rum, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, lavender bitters

$13.00

HONEYBEE MARTINI

Pomela grapefruit infused vodka, fresh lemon juice, honey infused simple syrup and splash of pineapple juice

$13.00

SUMMER FLING

Fig vodka, fresh lemon juice, muddled blueberries, club soda and splash of ginger ale

$13.00

MIDNIGHT MANHATTAN

bourbon, Averna, bitters and a black cherry

$13.00

OLD FASHIONED MONKEY BUSINESS

Monkey Shoulder scotch, orange bitters, honey ginger infused simple syrup

$13.00

SPICY JALAPENO STRAWBERRY MARGARITA

Tanteo tequila, agave, fresh lime juice, simple syrup

$13.00

BRYAM COVE BREEZE

Malibu rum, fresh lime juice, Blue Curacao, touch of coconut cream, splash of pineapple juice

$14.00

NOLANS POINT PUNCH

Bacardi flavored rums, cranberry, orange & pineapple juice

$14.00

Traditional - Red / White / Peach

$12.00

Nolan's Point Brew

Exclusive to the area, our Nolan's Point Brew is a red lager brewed locally by Jersey Girl Brewing with a perfect balance of malt and hops

$7.00

Blue Moon

$7.00

Miller Lite

$5.00

Guinness

$8.00

Kane Head High

$8.00

Sloop Juice Bomb IPA

$8.00

Kane Head High IPA

$8.00

Michelob Ultra

$5.00

Sam Adams Seasonal

$7.00

Stella Artois

$7.00

Yuengling Lager

$7.00

Season Draft Special

Ask your server

$7.00

Budweiser

$5.00

Bud Light

$5.00

Coors Light

$5.00

Corona

$6.00

Corona Light

$6.00

Downeast Original & Seasonal

ask your server what seasonal flavor is available

$7.00

Heineken

$6.00

Stone IPA

$7.00

Magnify Brewery Refresh Pilsner

$9.00

Magnify Brewery Vine Shine IPA

$9.00

White Claw Hard Seltzer

$6.00

Deep Eddy Seltzer

lemon, lime, grapefruit flavors available

$10.00

Sun Cruiser Iced Teas

$9.00

Twisted Tea

$6.00

Surf-Side

vodka w/ peach tea vodka w/ arnold palmer

$10.00

Heineken Non-Alcoholic

$5.00

Athletic IPA Non- Alcoholic

$8.00

Guiness Stout Non- Alcoholic

$6.00

Stella Artois Non- Alcoholic

Peach Or Raspberry Tea

unsweetened iced tea and choice of peach or raspberry puree

$7.00

The Watermelon Glider

watermelon puree, lime juice, and club soda

$7.00

Lake Breeze

blueberry syrup and lemonade

$7.00

Chesapeake Tea

unsweetened iced tea, fresh mint

$7.00

Fried Calamari

American sourced calamari, served with hot cherry peppers, marinara sauce and spicy remoulade

$18.00

Cajun Shrimp Cocktail

blackened shrimp served with a seasoned roasted tomato puree

$15.00

Windlass Wings

choice of: buffalo, teriyaki ginger, spicy honey truffle

$18.00

Trio Platter

three mozzarella sticks, three chicken tenders and calamari, served with ranch & marinara sauce

$21.00

Mediterranean Crab Dip

roasted red peppers, corn, crab meat, and cheese, served with toasted pita

$16.00

Toasted Cheesy Garlic Bread

served with the Windlass' pink sauce

$6.00

Mussels Frav Diavolo

Served with garlic bread

$15.00

Eggplant Rollatini

Served with melted mozzarella cheese on top

$15.00

Southern Crabcake

Topped with remoulade sauce

$19.00

Windlass Charcuterie Board

Chefs' selections of cheeses & cured meats and fig jam

$24.00

French Onion

$10.00

Lobster Bisque

$12.00

Caesar Salad

romaine, croutons, and shaved parmesan cheese, with Caesar dressing

$16.00

Paesanella Salad [V,Gf]

mixed spring greens with goat cheese, arugula, walnuts, cranberries and roasted red peppers, served with our house-made cherry vinaigrette and balsamic reduction

$17.00

Windlass Wedge

romaine lettuce, pickled red onions, crumble bleu cheese, cherry tomatoes, crumbled bacon, garlic croutons, and bleu cheese dressing

$15.00

Southwest Cobb Salad

o Seasoned black beans, corn, cotija cheese, boiled eggs, bacon, avocado, tomatoes, red onion, roasted red peppers, pico di gallo, cilantro lime dressing.

$18.00

Chicken Burrata

Breaded chicken breast topped with bruschetta, burrata, over baby arugula in a roasted tomato vinaigrette

$24.00

Italian Caprese

Sliced tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil, EVOO, drizzled with balsamic glaze

$18.00

Windlass Burger

⁄ pound Black Angus sirloin topped with grilled mushrooms & onions, and Swiss cheese

$18.00

Burrata Burger

with lettuce, tomato, and onion, topped with fresh burrata and a balsamic glaze, on brioche

$18.00

BB Burger

house-made black bean patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, pico de gallo, and chipotle mayo, served on brioche

$18.00

Chicken Burger

house-made chicken patty, spinach, sautéed onions, roasted red peppers, provolone cheese, avocado ranch

$18.00

Classic Burger

⁄ lb black angus sirloin, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles and onion

$18.00

Eggplant Caprese [V]

breaded eggplant, roasted red peppers, tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, arugula, pesto, and balsamic reduction

$18.00

Hot Honey Chicken

breaded chicken breast topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, with a garlic aioli on brioche

$18.00

Grilled Chicken Piri Piri

grilled chicken,lettuce, red onion, piri piri sauce

$18.00

Jersey Turkey Club Wrap

Turkey, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, Swiss cheese and chipotle mayo served in a wrap

$18.00

Italian Panini

Salami ,soppresatta, prosciutto, provolone cheese, tomatoes, red onion, shredded lettuce , oil & vinegar o Salami ,soppresatta, prosciutto, provolone cheese, tomatoes, red onion, shredded lettuce, oil & vinegar

$19.00

The Windlass Cheese Steak

Shaved rib eye, sauteed onions, gruyere cheese

$19.00

Parmesan Sandwiches

o Choice of  Meatball  Chicken  Eggplant

$19.00

Butternut & Mushroom Platter

topped with peppers and onions, Thai chili sauce

$24.00

Roasted Beets

Tzatziki sauce, goat cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, drizzled with honey, served on pita, and accompanied with fries

$18.00

The Tower

grilled eggplant, garlic spinach, tomatoes, provolone cheese, honey basil sauce, topped with burrata

$18.00

Mushroom Ravioli

Mushroom cognac cream sauce topped with fresh arugula and shaved parmesan

$22.00

Chicken Parmesan

San Marzano marinara sauce and mozzarella served over linguine

$25.00

Eggplant Parmesan [V]

San Marzano marinara sauce and mozzarella served over linguine

$20.00

Chicken Francese

served over egg noodles

$25.00

Chicken Marsala

with parmesan crusted egg noodles

$26.00

Grilled oz New York Strip

served with roasted potato and chef's choice of vegetable

$36.00

Rib Eye oz Au Poivre

Seared with cracked black peppercorns, cognac cream sauce, roasted potatoes and chef's choice of vegetable

$48.00

Shrimp Scampi

over linguine with a garlic white wine sauce

$26.00

Broiled Berkshire Pork Chop

oz bone-in pork chop, Topped with a brandy fuji apple sauce, served with risotto and chef's choice of vegetables.

$36.00

Braised Short Rib

with Chianti gravy, served over mashed potatoes

$36.00

Penne A La Vodka [V]

$20.00

Grilled Faroe Island Salmon

Served with a creamy dill sauce, risotto and chef's choice of vegetable

$36.00

Lollipop Lamb Chops

Chimichurri sauce, roasted potatoes & chef's choice vegetables

$39.00

Chicken Cordon Bleu

Breaded chicken breast stuffed with Swiss cheese, country ham topped with honey mustard sauce served with roasted potatoes and chef's choice of vegetable

$26.00

Windlass Lasagna

$22.00

Chicken Saltimbocca Or Veal Saltimbocca

o Prosciutto , sage, over spinach and melted mozzarella in a Madeira wine sauce served with parmesan egg noodles and chef's choice of vegetable

$26.00

Classica [V]

house-made tomato sauce and mozzarella

$16.00

White Pizza With Broccoli [V]

mozzarella, provolone, parmesan, ricotta, and broccoli

$19.00

Buffalo Chicken

breaded buffalo chicken, mozzarella, and ranch dressing

$20.00

Margherita

mozzarella cheese and basil

$17.00

Pepperoni With Hot Honey

Pepperoni and drizzled with hot honey

$19.00

Calzone

Ham, mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese and a side of marinara sauce

$16.00

Stromboli

Ham, pepperoni, Italian sausage, mozzarella cheese and a side of marinara sauce

$16.00

Chicken Tenders

served with French fries

$12.00

Linguine & Meatballs

served with marinara sauce

$10.00

Grilled Chicken Breast

served with mixed vegetables

$10.00

Cheese Ravioli

served with marinara sauce

$10.00

Kid's Cheese Pizza

$11.00

Penne With Butter

$8.00

Grilled Asparagus

$7.00

Sautéed Garlic Broccoli Rabe

$7.00

Sautéed Garlic Spinach

$7.00

Garlic Roasted Broccoli Florette

$6.00

Mashed Potatoes

$6.00

Risotto

$7.00

Parmesan Truffle Fries

$7.00

Baked Potato

$7.00

Onion Rings

$7.00

Coleslaw

$5.00

Windlass Clams

Chopped peppers, onions served in a butter sauce, accompanied with garlic bread

$19.00

Boneless Beef Short Ribs

With Chianti gravy, served over mashed potatoes

$38.00

Carne Asada

Grilled skirt steak topped with garlic shrimp accompanied with roasted potatoes and chef's choice of vegetables

$36.00

Lobster Ravioli

Served in lobster cream sauce

$29.00

Jersey Club Wrap

Turkey, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, Swiss cheese and chipotle mayo

$19.00

Fall Menu

Daily Specials

TUSCANY ONION TOMATO SOUP

$10.00

ASIAGO STUFFED GNOCCHI

In a sage butter cream sauce, served with garlic bread

$16.00

ZUCCHINI FLOWER

Ricotta stuffed, drizzled with balsamic glaze

$16.00

BACON CHEDDAR BROCCOLI STUFFED BAKED POTATO

$10.00

SURF AND TURF

Grilled oz ribeye with sauteed multicolored sweet peppers and mushrooms, demi glace, broiled oz lobster tail, served with roasted potatoes and chefs' vegetables

$49.00

GROUPER FRANCESE

Served with egg noodles and chefs' vegetables

$36.00

PORK OSSOBUCCO

Madeira wine sauce, served with mashed potatoes and chefs' vegetables

$36.00

Windlass Cheesecake

served with raspberry and mango sauce

$8.00

Molten Chocolate Cake

served with vanilla ice cream, chocolate & caramel sauces

$8.00

Crème Brûlée

(not available for takeout)

$9.00

Carrot Cake

served with caramel sauce and whipped cream

$8.00

Gelato

$5.00

Ice Cream

$4.00

Coffee

$2.50

Americano

$4.50

Cappuccino

$5.50

Espresso

$4.00

Latte

$5.00

Tea

$2.50

Windlass

Licor , and RumChata topped with whipped cream

$9.00

Irish

Irish whiskey and a touch of Bailey's topped with whipped cream and Crème de Menthe

$9.00

Mexican

Patron Café, Kahlua, and coffee topped with whipped cream

$9.00

Chocolate Martini

$14.00

Peanut Butter Shake

Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey, chocolate liqueur and heavy cream, served over ice

$14.00

Espresso Martini

espresso, Stoli Vanil, and Kahlua

$14.00

Graham's "Six Grapes" Ruby Reserve

$8.00

Dow's Year Tawny Port

$9.00

Villa Graham's Year Tawny Port

$11.00

Cordials

$10.00

Dessert Menu