Opening hours
Closed · opens Wednesday 4:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Sparta: 8:59 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (973) 383-4914 to confirm.
Location & directions
294 N Church RdSparta, NJ 07871
About Homestead Rest
Located at 294 N Church Rd in Sparta, New Jersey, Homestead Rest is a restaurant. It's part of our guide to 10 restaurants, cafes and bars in Sparta. Prices are mid-range ($20–30 per person).
Homestead Rest is open 5 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday).
Guests can choose from 287 menu items across 24 sections, including Appetizers, Soups & Salads, Steaks & Entrees, Legendary Burgers, and Sandwiches. Listed prices range from $3.00 to $172.00, with a typical item around $12.00. You will find options like Basket Of Chips, French Onion Soup, and Cattle Rustler.
You can visit for takeaway, dine-in, and delivery. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual and cosy, and it is a good fit for groups and tourists. The place is family friendly. It is especially popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. Offerings include alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, and comfort food.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (973) 383-4914 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Restaurant
- Address
- 294 N Church Rd, Sparta, NJ 07871
- Phone
- (973) 383-4914
- Price range
- $20–30 per person
- Hours
- Open 5 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday)
- Menu
- 287 items · $3.00–$172.00
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 6 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Homestead Rest’s weekday schedule with 271 other restaurants in New Jersey. On a typical weekday it opens at 4:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 9:30 PM, in line with the typical 9:30 PM.
In total it is open about 40 hours a week, 33 hours fewer than the local median of 73. 90% of restaurants in New Jersey open on Sundays, and Homestead Rest is one of them.
Compared with 271 other restaurants in New Jersey that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for restaurants in New Jersey
Based on 109 menus with 8,058 priced items from restaurants in New Jersey, the median menu item costs $14.15, and half of all items are priced between $8.00 and $20.00.
At Homestead Rest the median listed price is $12.00, lower than the typical $14.15 for restaurants in New Jersey.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| French Fries | 25% | $6.45 |
| Caesar Salad | 21% | $12.00 |
| Onion Rings | 16% | $8.70 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 16% | $12.00 |
| Coffee | 15% | $3.00 |
| Fried Calamari | 13% | $16.27 |
| Sweet Potato Fries | 12% | $8.02 |
| Chicken Fingers | 12% | $13.00 |
Calculated from 109 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Highlights
- Fast service
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
- Sport
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy-hour drinks
- Happy-hour food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar on site
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
The neighborhood
Homestead Rest is fairly secluded: there are no other places to eat or drink in our guide within a mile, so it is worth checking the hours before you set off.
Homestead Rest is the only restaurant within a mile (1 within three miles). The next closest is Salad House, 2.4 mi away.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Cafes & CoffeeThe Millside Cafe2.5 mi
- AmericanLafayette House2.6 mi
- Latin American & CaribbeanTacos & Empanadas By Juanito's3.2 mi
- PizzaFranklin Dominick's3.2 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexCoyote Cocina Mexicana3.2 mi
What to expect at a restaurant
General restaurants are places that do not fit neatly into a single cuisine: family restaurants, grills, bistros, eclectic kitchens and multi-cuisine menus. They are often local favorites that serve a bit of everything, from breakfast plates to steaks and seafood.
What to order
- House specialties – what regulars come back for
- Daily specials – often the freshest dishes
- Local dishes – anything named after the town or region
Good to know
- Check the latest hours before you go – independent restaurants change them more often.
- Weekend evenings are usually the busiest time.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Homestead Rest's opening hours?
Open 5 days a week, usually 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM (closed Monday and Tuesday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM; Thursday: 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Is Homestead Rest open on Sunday?
Yes, Homestead Rest is open on Sundays: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Homestead Rest located?
Homestead Rest is located at 294 N Church Rd, Sparta, NJ 07871.
What is the phone number of Homestead Rest?
You can call Homestead Rest at (973) 383-4914.
Does Homestead Rest offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Homestead Rest offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeaway, dine-in, and delivery.
How much does it cost to eat at Homestead Rest?
The typical price range at Homestead Rest is $20–30 per person. Menu prices range from $3.00 to $172.00.
Does Homestead Rest take reservations?
Yes, Homestead Rest accepts reservations.
Is Homestead Rest wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Homestead Rest open late?
Yes – Homestead Rest is open until 10 PM or later on Friday and Saturday.
What else is near Homestead Rest?
There are 0 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Homestead Rest. Nearby options include The Millside Cafe (2.5 mi), Lafayette House (2.6 mi), and Tacos & Empanadas By Juanito's (3.2 mi).
Are there other restaurants near Homestead Rest?
None within a mile. The closest is Salad House, 2.4 mi away.
How much do restaurants in New Jersey cost?
Based on 109 menus with 8,058 priced items from restaurants in New Jersey, the median menu item costs $14.15, and half of all items are priced between $8.00 and $20.00.
