Village Saloon

Stopped by Saturday night for takeout. The bartender was super nice and courteous, and the food was excellent. I had the special: Chicken Cordon Bleu. It was delicious and the chef is incredibly talented. Please put this on your regular menu!

I've heard the term "out of body experience" before but could never truly say I've had one until I sank my teeth into a cheboygah (cheese burger for the layman's) at Village Saloon. Paired with fresh cut fries (fresh cuts for the hip) this cheboygah will change everything you ever thought was possible in culinary art. Their chilli is a meaty dense dark texture that warms the coldest souls from the darkest corners of the earth. My wife ventured into the land of poultry there by ordering a fried chicken special. All she lent me was half a wing in fear that she would run out of chicken too fast. Our server, I never got her name as she was also bartending / changing the lives of men and women who were experiencing the saloon, was nothing short of a messenger of God. Bringing food and drinks promptly and kindly and ensuring we did not faint out of pure bliss during our dining experience. All humans must enter this establishment and order a cheboygah. This is the only way to have the best in the universe. It will ruin all other boygahs for you at every place you ever get one. The fact that it comes with fresh cuts fried to superior excellence elevates your situation beyond your wildest dreams. Life begins anew when you leave here. There is nothing else but days of longing for the next time you get to go to Village Saloon.

Staff is very friendly! Food is great, and reasonably priced. Live music on Wednesdays. MUCH better atmosphere now that the cackling hags and their posse are gone

Great food! Cozy atmosphere in a country western style. They have daily specials which are always good.

Great little bar with friendly neighborly people and atmosphere. Fun bar tenders

You'd never know from the outside but this restaurant with bar has character and charm! Oh and really good food with excellent service, fun staff, good live music and friendly customers. Excellent portions, great specials and fair prices. I'll definitely be back. Cheers!

This was my husband and my first time here. It is only about 10 minutes from our home. We were not impressed. Actually we were very disappointed. There rate this place at over 4 stars. It was too dark in the restaurant area. Not only us but other couples were using their cell phones to read the menu. I got a cheese burger and asked for taylor ham on it for a change instead of bacon. I was expecting a nice thick piece of taylor ham. Instead I got a few little pieces as thin as a potato chip. The soup was good but the oyster crackers were stale. My husband got an Italian chicken meal. I think marsala. The one with the mushrooms and should have a gravy. It didn't. It tasted very peppery and no gravy but the linguini was cooked good and the chicken also. But he only ate a little and did not feel well. He went outside for air and ended up throwing up what little he ate. The waitress was great. She definitely picked up on that something was wrong. She asked several times if everything was okay because she saw that we barely ate. We would not go back again unfortunately because it is so close to our house and would have been a nice after work quick meal. Maybe we just got them on a bad night. 🤷‍♀️

Great food and service!

Great food and great staff. The Staff is always welcoming and friendly, makes you feel like you're visiting family. They do daily specials which makes for a nice array of choices.

Good food, I got the chicken franchise. Snd wanted it on Angel hair. Which was not on the menu. 5 min later they came to be and said they could accommodate me. Fantastic. Christina was good, not overbearing but just the right bit of attention although we could have used a 2nd pouring of the coffee.

Don't let the outside appearance fool you. We moved to the area four years ago and have driven past Village Saloon numerous times without giving it the proper consideration. We finally stopped in and weren't disappointed. It's very nice inside. The staff is great and the menu is diverse enough to accommodate anyone. The food speaks for itself in that it's very good. We'll definitely be back.

Went to Village Saloon yesterday for their Wednesday night specials, with entertainment. Guitar player was excellent, just the right volume and played all of your favorites. The drink special is $2 Bud/Bud Lights on tap,nice!! They were cold and served up with a smile. The wings are supposedly on special for $10, but the regular menu lists them at same price so I just cannot explain that. They were, however, some of the tastiest buffalo wings I've had in years. Perfectly cooked, with very hot sauce as requested, carrots, celery, and what I believe was homemade blue cheese. Exceptional, all of it. I just wish there were 1-2 more wings per order, as it's kind of light. You can't have everything, the taste and texture were on point. Very kind staff and warm environment that we want to get to know better. See you next Wednesday!!

Randomly chose to stop in on a rainy day for lunch. My usual go to is a burger if it is my first time and I'm glad that I got one. Possibly the second best burger that I've had in the state. Bartender was kind and attentive. The place itself is cozy and feels like you're hanging out in a friends old cabin.

Love the food and the atmosphere! Great special on Tuesday's... tacos! All you can eat beef or chicken tacos $7.95 (limit 12 tacos-one plate of rice, tomatoes, gauc and salsa per customer)

All my reviews stand. Consistent good food and service Barb is the best and provides a great local dinning experience. I will continue to dine here.

Met here for drinks and appetizers on a recent Saturday night. The place is pretty cozy with a very friendly staff. Food was great and drinks were cold! If you're looking for a casual spot to have a drink, it's perfect. Next time, we'll stop for dinner.

Great food and service ! Daily specials are great. Delicious soups . The outside area is the best around . The people were very friendly.

We went specifically to see the band. We ate outside and ordered food that was easy to eat. Our waitress was very pleasant but she did forget some things we had ordered. Not a big deal though. I realize that they lost income because of Covid, but I do think that $5 for a glass of seltzer is a bit much. We were charged the same for our beers. Probably won't return.

Good neighborhood place to hang out. Food is decent. People are friendly. Excellent place for a fast lunch. This place knows how to put food out quickly. Be prepared to pay with cash. Amex is not accepted and a non cash 4% fee is added on to the bill if you pay by credit card......what's up with that!

A bit off the beaten path, cozy bar/restaurant. Decent wines by glass and nIce variety of meals makes this an easy choice any night of week.

Went to enjoy local band. Which was good. Old bar charm. Had outdoor dining but band set up inside. Bartender had to check on correct alcohol for drink request and first round was served with wrong condiments. Generous sized drinks. Loved the wait staff. Fun and friendly. Food okay but not worth price in my opinion and there was a use of credit card fee added to the bill.

Awesome food and wonderful staff!! A warm and friendly dining experience! The standard size shuffle board table and outside wine and beer garden are an added bonus!

The hours are terrible they open and close whenever they feel like and have one very rude bartender but the food is great and does come out in a timely manner but it's hit or miss when there open

This is a nice local retreat. The burgers are really good. Definitely recommend them.

Went out to the booneys for this place. This place is super popular. We went in the winter and the parking was terrible. The lot is pretty big, but the snow banks made a pretty good dent in the availability. Had to wait in the car for someone to leave to get a spot. Once in, everything was great. They had paulener heff on tap which is great, especially all the way out in sussex county. We had a bunch of apps which were all good (particularly the calamari). I got a mocha steak which I didnt particularly care for, but ate the whole thing. (I have not had good luck branching out lately to odd food items). Everything else was good, service was great. Might be a little too remote to go to again, but I would recomend it to anyone in the area.

Wild Game Wednesday was great. Quick friendly service. My husband had the venison. It was delicious--not gamey and cooked to perfection. Will be back to try the elk or the boar. Prices are reasonable.

New Year's Day - breakfast all day.Always excellent at the Village! The perfect balance of good food and homey atmosphere.

I have passed by this place many times over the years and have always been curious about it. Last night I had the opportunity to stop in for dinner. The food and service were fantastic, I'm going back tonight. As you can tell from the outside, it is a very rustic. The bar space and dining space are about equal, with nice tables, so I'd say it's family friendly. The steak was not the best quality, but tasted great. Portions were just right and not over done. Update...Night #2 was great as well. I had a chicken dish and Cajun fries. Even a almost full capacity, the service was still great.

Don't be put off by the outside. The approach is like the tumbleweed biker bar in PeeWee's Big Adventure. But once in the welcome is warm, service is that of a grandmother's house. The food aroma outweigh the trifling sent of boos! Potato skins are top notch - crisp and cheesy. Pal had the burger and raved. Beers cold and plentiful. Every drink I saw was tall as a pint of brew. Will be back. Pics to come on nxt visit.

Appealing cowboy funk decor. Even has an old-fashioned telephone booth. Remember those? Friendly staff, creative menu and eclectic decor make for an enjoyable experience. The food is well prepared and presented in reasonable time. At least I have found it so. The menu is creative. Some would class this as a dive bar but it really is so much more. One of the better bets in Sussex County.

this is a very conflicted review.... I LOVE their food. They have the best burgers around and other food as well. However, I really am questioning the cleanliness there. We were there for dinner/drinks at the bar and I witnessed something I have never ever seen before in my life. The bartender stuck his ENTIRE arm in a jar of cherries to put them in the bar rack....didn't wash his hands before, after or during, but proceeded to wipe his hands on a (dirty) bar towel that was hanging on the side of the bar. This towel is what was used to wipe down the bar.....he then proceeded to do the EXACT same thing with the giant jar of olives. ENTIRE DIRTY ARM IN, scoped them out and put them in the tray. Next up...used the same dirty towel, wiped his hand, they scoped out ice into a glass and made someone a drink!!!! Needless to say, it completely ruined our appetites, I stopped eating, asked for the check and left. Sadly, we will never go there again. if this is what goes on at the bar, what happens in the kitchen? HE NEVER WASHED HIS HANDS THIS ENTIRE TIME. How sticky those cherries are....uggg. so gross.

This is one of the better restaurants in Sparta, NJ. The location is out of the way and decor and setting seems to half a foot in Sparta and the other half in Lake Hopatcong. Personally, I like it. I like the funky cowboy stuff. The service here is casual but caring and efficient. The food is one of the reasons why we keep coming back. The prices are reasonable and food ranges from very casual for example the Taylor Ham and Cheese that is my husbands favorite to Chicken with a Gorgonzola Sauce. The Chicken dish is better than that served in higher priced restaurants in the area. We love this place. They also mix a pretty good drink.

Best Taco Tuesday!! Tacos are delicious, prices are great and a fun, laid-back atmosphere! We are so glad we found this gem!

Met up with a fairly large group of old friends from high school here a few weekends ago. The manager (owner?) was very accommodating and had a large table reserved for our group. We had apps and drinks and everything was pretty darned good!

The Village is a hidden gem of a restaurant in a little log cabin just around the corner from me. Big bonus points for them having Weiss on tap--one of my favorite beers and the price for a big tall glass is pretty reasonable. I hear the specials are always very good because they have some dude in the kitchen who used to be a bigshot fancy NYC chef and moved to the backwoods of Sparta when he couldn't take the city grind any longer. I wouldn't know personally because I typically don't want to spend more than 10 or $12 on dinner, so I end up with a burger or barpie, both of which are very good here. :-) One thing that I find kind of charming about the village is that they don't have an official closing time--I believe they do typically stop serving food around 10 as I've been in after that in search of dinner a few times and been turned away, but I pass here every day and some nights the lights are out at 7:30 and others it's still going strong at 12. But a few times I've either called or stopped in and asked what time they close and they just say "Oh...ya know, whenever people leave." I don't know what it is but I just find that kind of looseness with the hours so appealing!

Second time dining here and have to say very disappointed this time around. The food is decent nothing great but fine for the prices. However our service was lacking to say the least. My Least favorite part of the meal came with the check... 12 DOLLARS FOR A HOUSE MARGARITA WITH SALT!!! Are you insane! Might return for beers at the bar but that's about it :/

If you are looking for a great meal in a totally casual setting, this is the place. The place is small but all of the employees are super friendly. Only thing I may have issue with is when the bar is full and the owner is sitting at the bar taking up valuable merchandise, but I don't want to let that ruin my review. The food at this place is great! The wings are a favorite of mine and the bleu cheese is awesome! Ive always enjoyed my meal choices too from the creative special menu. The chef also makes delicious and creative soups every day and would love to come back on a wednesday for wild game.

we went there for dinner, and some drinks, there was some tables in the dinning area, but when we walked in they put us in the back the table was right between the bathrooms, not a good impression, we said it's ok aleast you don't forget about us...that was the understatement...asked us what we like to drink , when she came back we placed our orders. ok timeing, no ketup that took 20 mins, by than everything was cold, who got to eat the food was good, BUT the service sucked. another half hour just to ask for bill, gave the server the card instead of waiting again, another 20 minutes for to get the card back...I said you need help 2 waitress and 1 bartender isn't enough, if your waitng that long.

The lunches are always tasty and simply delicious. I also had dinner there and all 6 of us were very happy with our meals, All the soups are yummy! If your looking for delicious well priced food and drinks this is the place. If your looking for nice decor then this isn't the place, I go out to eat for the food not the decor.

The Village Saloon is what a small local eatery should be! The owner is friendly and hands on. The staff is limited so the food doesn't fly out of the kitchen but the food is worth the short wait. There is a good selection of beer. The atmosphere is pleasant. My family visited on Monday which is prime rib night. All four of us ordered the steak and each dish was served as ordered, cooked to perfection. And the banana chocolate chip cake I had for dessert was awesome!!

if you like casual you'll love it there food is suprisingly good and the staff is friendly and effecient

I was quite surprised by the quality of the food at the Village Saloon. I have eaten there maybe 25 or 30 times now. They have daily specials (on a hand written page provide with the regular menu) and if you order from the daily specials you are almost certainly going to be pleased with your meal. I asked around a bit and I think they have two high quality chefs working at this out of the mainstream local. [In only gave it 4 out 5 starts, because there is a limited selection of beer on tap and because the few times I ordered from the standard menu I thought the meals to be just "ok", about on par with the other local restaurants.. If the whole menu was as good as the daily special menu and if they had a little more variety in beer on tap, I would have given it 5 out of 5 stars.]

A small group of us went to this restaurant cause we had a 25 dollar gift certificate. The total bill was over 200 dollars but they refused to accept the gift certificate. It was purchased on restaurant.com and even though they participated in this promotion when it came right down to it they made an excuse to not accept it. The food was ok and so was the service but the feeling among my group is that we were robbed by both the village saloon and restaurant.com. We all agreed that we will never go back to this place again. There are too many restaurants out there to waste time and money at a place that doesn't appreciate your business. Two days after the night this occurred I called the restaurant to speak to the owner/manager to voice my concerns. After she answered she said in a very rude manner that she was busy then hung up the phone on me. Horrible experience. Will never go there again.

Consistent food,friendly staff and owner Barb is a gem. Great small town pub without the pomp and circumstance of some other places in Sparta. Get the Village chicken fusilli,my fave. Their homemade soups are great too.

I was pleasantly surprised by this place. I was visiting some friends and this is a regular place for them. When we pulled up I was concerned. It's located on a quiet country road and looks a bit rough around the edges. The interior was also rough around the edges. Or waitress was also ... you get the point. Anyway, I was surprised at the menu and the various choices here. We shared an app of blackened shrimp that was very good. Nice large shrimp well seasoned and perfectly cooked with a blue cheese dipping sauce. Very Nice. My daughter had a nice crock of French onion soup with a generous amount of melted cheese. One person had a grilled chicken sandwich that was a fresh chicken breast butterflied and cooked over a grill and it was moist and tasty. I had Shrimp Parmesan. It was really good and the sauce was great. My friend had a salmon special that was also very good. I already told my friends next time I visit this would be a great place for a night out.

Very disappointed. Poor service Very disappointed. We received our food and drink in a reasonable time but we never were asked if we wanted a second drink. We had chicken parm which had way too much garlic in it. We also never received bread and we weren't asked if we wanted desert. When we asked for the bill, she didn't come back for a half hour. We were over charged so we had to wait longer. Again the bill was incorrect. Waited again. We looked forward to trying this restaurant but now we are in no hurry to go back. We have never written a review before because we are not picky people. But......

We waited forever for our food and only being a table of two it shouldn't have taken so long. We almost missed the movie we were going to afterwards. Besides the time issue, I ordered the chicken marsala dinner. This dish was hard to eat, their was entirely too much marsala wine in it. Guess they got the idea that since its in the name it should be the only ingredient in the sauce. I didn't end up eating very much of this dish. But otherwise I like the casual home town atmosphere I might go back for a second try.

Relaxed atmosphere your typical Saloon but with a twist..great dishes by the Chef Lenny and creative specials like Wild Wendnesdays ( game specials) and Shore Mondays ( donation to Sandy Relief). Taco Tuesdays are the best...you must give it a try you won't be disappointed. Nice people.

We love this place. Funky atmosphere but staff is friendly and efficient. Like sitting at the bar for a drink. What we really love are the specials! The chef is creative and does a great job.

We go here often, and the food, staff and atmosphere is always great. Very woodys, cottagy feeling..but good food and good fun!

Love coming here! The atmosphere is great.... whether your going in for a beer or dinner! Taco Tuesdays are the best!

The best kept secret in Sussex County - great food and not expensive - its out favorite "date night" place!

Only thing I found good was the hamburger at the bar. Restaurant poor service bad food