Marlon Aranha, our General Manager, will attend to every detail during your visit. Marlon joins The National Hotel after selling his restaurant in a Washington DC suburb, and previously managed the top and most prestigious Indian restaurant, Taj Palace, in Montclair, NJ for fifteen years. You are sure to notice his experience, keen eye for detail and management skills. Marlon has years of experience supervising restaurant and bar staff, developing menus, creating staff training manuals and hiring experienced chefs and kitchen staff.

Marlon's distinctive quality of exceptional hospitality and service, make him an asset to The National Hotel. Click here to email him a note with any specific requests.

LIsa Frederick, our executive chef, brings nearly two decades of culinary expertise. Her bio  demonstrates her love of Hunterdon County local produce, sustainable farmers, an exciting culinary arts training, with a flair for interspersing authentic international spices into her dishes, ultimately creating a juxtaposition of flavors that stretch the diners’ palate for a unique and savory experience. Stop by to meet Lisa and see what special dish she’ll prepare for you.

Please call us with any questions or to let us know how we can help you create a memorable visit to The National Hotel and Frenchtown, NJ.