About Us

In December 1986, the Knowles opened Highlawn after months of restoration to the former open-air “casino” which had, along with the now-prosperous park, been neglected for several years.
The painstaking but ultimately rewarding investment that the Knowles put into the building and park is now more realized than ever, with trees and other plantings maturing and thousands of weddings and events having taken place as a result.
Today, Highlawn Pavilion continues to be a fine dining destination and a world-class venue for weddings.
To learn more about having a wedding, other special event or dinner at Highlawn Pavilion, please fill out this form.


— The New York Times
“Best RomanticRestaurant”
— Montclair Magazine
“Best Full ServiceRestaurant”
— Suburban Essex Magazine
Highlawn Pavilion is eco-friendly in a variety of ways… Learn how »
