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Is Jefferson Diner Still Open? Update (Lake Hopatcong, NJ)

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As of September 2026, Jefferson Diner is listed open on jeffersondiner.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

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What the source shows: A 2026-09-08 site check found the diner's website live (HTTP 200) advertising delivery, online ordering, weekly specials, and a downloadable menu.

  • Season / episode Season 2, Episode 13
  • Original air date
  • Address 5 Bowling Green Parkway, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849

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What happened after Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives?

Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives visited Jefferson Diner in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey, for classic diner fare during the episode "The New Jersey Diner Tour," which aired 2008-01-28. The diner, operated as Jefferson Diner, Inc., is located at 5 Bowling Green Parkway and also operates the affiliated JTowne Tavern. A site check on 2026-09-08 found the diner's website live (HTTP 200) advertising delivery and online ordering, with pages for directions, menus, a photo gallery, video, and merchandise. The site also listed weekly specials and a downloadable full menu, consistent with ongoing daily operation. No independent news source was located reporting any change in ownership, closure, or relocation since the episode aired.

Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

Season / episode
Season 2, Episode 13
Original air date
Episode title
The New Jersey Diner Tour
What was featured
Classic New Jersey diner menu
Role
Featured restaurant
Name on the broadcast
Jefferson Diner

Frequently asked questions

Is Jefferson Diner still open in 2026?

As of September 2026, Jefferson Diner is listed open on jeffersondiner.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

What happened to Jefferson Diner after Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives?

Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives visited Jefferson Diner in Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey, for classic diner fare during the episode "The New Jersey Diner Tour," which aired 2008-01-28. As of September 2026, Jefferson Diner is listed open on jeffersondiner.com, reviewed by our team on September 7, 2026; not yet independently confirmed through direct contact.

Where is Jefferson Diner located?

5 Bowling Green Parkway, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849. That is the address on the record as of September 7, 2026.

What season and episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives featured Jefferson Diner?

Season 2, Episode 13 of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, first aired January 28, 2008. The episode is titled “The New Jersey Diner Tour”.

Is Jefferson Diner still using the Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives menu or branding?

A site check on 2026-09-08 found the diner's website live (HTTP 200) advertising delivery and online ordering, with pages for directions, menus, a photo gallery, video, and merchandise. Anything newer than our last check on September 7, 2026 may not be reflected here.

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Address
5 Bowling Green Parkway, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849
Venue type
diner
Official website
jeffersondiner.com

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