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Fuel for those who answer the call.

Boathouse Cafe

A place to breathe. A place to belong.

Jefferson's neighborhood cafe dedicated to first responders and healthcare professionals — because the people who show up for everyone else deserve a place that shows up for them.

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Hours & Location

Open Every Week

Monday – Friday7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Quiet Hours: Mon–Fri 8–11 AM & 2–5 PM

Getting Here

42 Overflow Lane, Jefferson, NJ 07438

We're on the corner of Overflow Lane and Broadband Ave, two blocks from the Jefferson Transit Center. Street parking is available out front, and bike racks are just inside the courtyard entrance.

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What We Do Differently

More than great coffee — a space built around the people who give the most.

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A Space to Recharge

Whether you're coming off a 12-hour shift, squeezing in a break between calls, or just need somewhere quiet to land — we've got you.

Why First Responders & Healthcare Workers Choose Us

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Events & Community

A gathering place for the people who keep Jefferson safe, healthy, and whole.

Weekly  ·  Wednesdays, 6:00–8:00 PM

Peer Support Circle

An informal, open-door gathering for first responders and healthcare workers to connect, decompress, and share — no agenda, no pressure. Facilitated by community volunteers and supported by local peer support organizations. Coffee and light snacks on us.

Monthly  ·  Second Saturday, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

Wellness Morning

A monthly Saturday dedicated to wellbeing. We partner with local instructors and counselors to offer short wellness sessions — breathwork, stress management, and mental health resources — followed by open conversation and a complimentary cup of your choice.

Ongoing  ·  Sunday Mornings

Continuing Education Corner

We reserve a quiet section on Sunday mornings for study and CE coursework. Group discounts on drip coffee, a guaranteed calm environment, and a staff that will leave you alone unless you need a refill. Reach out to reserve your spot.

Reserve for Your Station or Unit

Boathouse Cafe is available for private gatherings — station dinners, departmental meetups, team debriefs, or just a casual crew night out. Our main floor seats up to 40 guests with a private ordering tab for your group. First responder and healthcare group rates apply. Reach out at least one week in advance for larger bookings.

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Our Story

Boathouse Cafe was built around a simple idea: the people who run toward emergencies deserve a place that takes care of them in return. We're a family with deep roots in emergency services and healthcare, and we know firsthand what a long shift feels like — and what it means to finally have somewhere to sit down.

We opened our doors in Jefferson, NJ with a short menu, a warm space, and a commitment to the nurses, paramedics, firefighters, police officers, dispatchers, doctors, and every other essential worker who keeps this community safe. The name is a nod to those critical moments — and to the people who stay calm and capable when a code blue is called.

Today, Boathouse Cafe is more than a coffee shop. It's where off-duty officers come to breathe. Where night-shift nurses stop in before dawn. Where firefighters gather after a hard call. We don't ask about your shift. We just make sure your cup is full, your seat is comfortable, and you feel like you're somewhere that's genuinely glad you're here.

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Get in Touch

Whether you have a question, want to book an event, or just want to say hello — we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Info

info@boathousecafelakehopatcong.com

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