Kaptan Turkish Grill & Restaurant
The Kaptan Turkish Grill & Restaurant offers authentic Turkish cuisine right in the heart of town. Visitors can enjoy a great meal and watch belly dancers practice their ancient art at the same time. Start with a spiced red lentil soup, cold octopus salad or order of pan fried eggplant. Try kabobs of meat seasoned with herbs and accompanied by yogurt dip and hot butter sauce. Seafood and sandwiches are available as well. End your meal with a slice of baklava and a cup of strong Turkish coffee.
Kaptan Turkish Grill & Restaurant
133 Main St.
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
(908) 979-9222
kaptanrestaurant.com
Prickly Pear
The Prickly Pear serves contemporary American cuisine that children and adults can enjoy. Starters include onion soup, arugula salad with goat cheese, baked portobello mushrooms and butternut squash risotto. Try the paella, wasabi crusted tuna, braised lamb shank or grilled filet mignon with garlic mashed potatoes for an elegant and hearty entree. Catering is available as well. Reserve a spot in a cooking class if you want to learn some of the chef's secrets.
Prickly Pear
80 Main St.
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
(908) 979-0003
pricklypearrestaurant.com
River Star Diner
The River Star Diner offers classic New Jersey diner food in a comfortable and convenient setting. The many menu options include salads, sandwiches, burgers, wraps, seafood and hot entrees with an Italian bent. Breakfast is available as well as homemade desserts like pie and ice cream. Children can enjoy a menu of their own that includes a beverage and ice cream.
River Star Diner
14 State Route 57
Hackettstown, NJ 07840
(908) 979-0626
riverstardiner.com
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