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Mount Arlington Food & Drink

Mount Arlington's dining scene follows Howard Boulevard from Interstate 80 toward the Lake Hopatcong side of the borough. It ranges from long-running local pubs and hot-dog stands to pizza, Asian food, family dining, coffee and quick commuter-friendly options.

This directory focuses on eateries physically located in Mount Arlington Borough and removes businesses that can no longer be verified as operating.

Dining along Howard Boulevard

I-80 / West Howard

QuickChek, Davy's Hot Dogs & Grill, Cracker Barrel and Dunkin' make the Exit 30 end of Howard Boulevard especially convenient for commuters, travelers and quick meals.

Town Center / Central Howard

The 181–199 Howard Boulevard area contains Frank's Pizza, Blossom Asian Bistro and Pub 199, giving the central corridor pizza, sushi/Asian food and full-service pub dining.

East Howard Boulevard

Pizza Express, Pat's Bar & Grill and New China provide additional casual dining and takeout farther along Howard Boulevard.

Mount Arlington restaurant & food directory

Use the filters below to browse the current roster. Hours, menus and service options can change, so call ahead when making a special trip.

10 eateries
Food Type
Dining Area
Dietary Options
Quick Eats & Coffee I-80 / West Howard

QuickChek

24-hour convenience and fuel stop with made-to-order subs, breakfast, snacks and coffee near Interstate 80 Exit 30.

9 Howard Boulevard, Mount Arlington, NJ 07856

973-398-0213

Hot Dogs & Grill I-80 / West Howard

Davy's Hot Dogs & Grill

Casual grill serving hot dogs prepared many ways, burgers, cheesesteaks, sandwiches, breakfast, fries and ice cream.

14 Howard Boulevard, Mount Arlington, NJ 07856

973-770-3289

American & Breakfast I-80 / West Howard GF options*

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Family-oriented country-style restaurant serving all-day breakfast, homestyle American meals and a retail country store.

172 Howard Boulevard, Mount Arlington, NJ 07856

973-398-8404

Coffee & Breakfast I-80 / West Howard DF options*

Dunkin'

Coffee, espresso, donuts, bagels and breakfast sandwiches with early-morning service for residents and commuters.

180 Howard Boulevard, Unit 1, Mount Arlington, NJ 07856

973-601-7525

Pizza & Italian Town Center / Central Howard

Frank's Pizza & Italian Restaurant

Neighborhood pizzeria and Italian restaurant serving pies, pasta, subs, salads, seafood dishes, dinners and catering.

181 Howard Boulevard, Mount Arlington, NJ 07856

973-398-7300

Asian, Sushi & Thai Town Center / Central Howard

Blossom Asian Bistro

Pan-Asian restaurant offering sushi, sashimi, Chinese dishes, Thai-style selections, noodles, rice dishes and vegetarian choices.

181 Howard Boulevard, Mount Arlington, NJ 07856

973-601-1848

Pub, Steak & Seafood Town Center / Central Howard

Pub 199

Long-running local pub known for seafood platters, steaks, sandwiches, cocktails and a distinctive lodge-style dining room.

199 Howard Boulevard, Mount Arlington, NJ 07856

973-398-7454

Pizza & Italian East Howard Boulevard

Pizza Express

Pizza and Italian-American restaurant serving round and Sicilian pies, pasta, subs, salads, grilled items, dinners and catering.

312 Howard Boulevard, Mount Arlington, NJ 07856

973-810-2999

American & Pub East Howard Boulevard

Pat's Bar & Grill

Neighborhood bar and grill serving burgers, cheesesteaks, wings, daily specials and casual American pub food.

390 Howard Boulevard, Mount Arlington, NJ 07856

973-288-1997

Chinese East Howard Boulevard

New China Restaurant

Chinese takeout and delivery restaurant with lo mein, fried rice, chicken, beef, seafood, vegetable and tofu dishes.

393 Howard Boulevard, Mount Arlington, NJ 07856

973-770-9800

Gluten-Free (GF) and Dairy-Free (DF) guidance GF and DF badges appear only where current published menu or allergen information supports suitable options. At Cracker Barrel, the current allergen guide identifies items prepared without gluten-containing ingredients but specifically warns that shared preparation areas, grills and fryers create cross-contact and that those items may not meet a strict gluten-free definition. Dunkin' publishes multiple non-dairy food and beverage choices, but states that its restaurants are not dairy-free environments and cross-contact can occur. These badges do not indicate an allergen-free kitchen or guarantee safety for celiac disease or food allergies. Always discuss medically necessary restrictions directly with restaurant staff before ordering.
NJTGO restaurant listing policyFree directory listings do not include an external restaurant website link. Restaurant name, cuisine, address, verified phone and a neutral description may appear without charge. External website links and enhanced promotional placement are paid advertising features.
Current-name and status correctionsThe restaurant at 312 Howard Boulevard now operates as Pizza Express, replacing the Napoli Pizza name shown in older directories. Piggy's Deli at 400 Valley Road is no longer carried because current business data identifies it as closed.
Food-service oversightMount Arlington maintains its own Board of Health, while public-health services are provided through the Mount Olive Township Health Department. The borough requires food-handler licensing for applicable food establishments.
Mount Arlington Board of Health ›

Restaurant information reviewed in August 2026. Hours, menus, ownership, prices and service options can change without notice.

Local dining strengths

Long-running local favorites

Pub 199, Pat's Bar & Grill, Davy's Hot Dogs & Grill and Frank's Pizza give Mount Arlington several independently recognizable local food institutions.

Asian dining

Blossom Asian Bistro covers sushi, Chinese and Thai-style dishes, while New China provides a traditional Chinese takeout and delivery menu.

Pizza & Italian

Frank's Pizza and Pizza Express give the borough two active pizza-and-Italian choices in separate Howard Boulevard clusters.

Breakfast & coffee

Cracker Barrel, Dunkin' and QuickChek provide early-day and commuter-oriented breakfast and coffee options.

Lake-day convenience

The Howard Boulevard concentration makes it easy for Lake Hopatcong visitors to pick up food before or after boating, beach visits and recreation.

No filler categories

The guide reflects the dining businesses operating now rather than publishing empty bakery, ice cream or international-cuisine sections simply to preserve a template.