Lake Drive Tavern

A modern lakeside restaurant on Packanack Lake in Wayne, New Jersey. Elevated comfort food, craft cocktails, weekend brunch, live music, and private events.

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The basics

What it is: A modern neighborhood tavern and lakeside restaurant on Packanack Lake.

Address: 56 Lake Dr W, Wayne, NJ 07470

Phone: (973) 623-1000

Reservations: Resy · Order online: Toast

Cuisine: American, gastropub, craft cocktails, comfort food

Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
  • Wednesday: 11:30 AM to 12:00 AM
  • Thursday: 11:30 AM to 1:00 AM
  • Friday: 11:30 AM to 2:00 AM
  • Saturday: 11:00 AM to 2:00 AM
  • Sunday: 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM

What we offer

  • Elevated comfort food, small plates, burgers, steaks, and seasonal entrees
  • Craft cocktails and a full bar with 12 beers on draught
  • Weekend lakeside brunch
  • Live music and weekly events
  • Private dining and full venue buyouts: the upstairs lounge, the main dining room and bar, and a private dining room

Weekly specials

  • Happy Hour: Tuesday to Friday, 3 to 6 PM. $9 cocktails, $7 wines, $5 beers, $9 bites.
  • Ladies Night: Wednesday, 6 PM to close. $10 martinis, prosecco, aperol spritz, and well drinks.
  • The Popper: 6 domestic beers for $20. Domestic drafts $4.

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Frequently asked

Where is Lake Drive Tavern located?
At 56 Lake Dr W, Wayne, NJ 07470, on Packanack Lake.
Does it take reservations?
Yes, through Resy, and you can order online through Toast.
Does it host private events?
Yes, from the upstairs lounge to full venue buyouts for any celebration.
Is there brunch and live music?
Lakeside brunch every weekend, plus live music, ladies night, and happy hour through the week.