PRINCETON: A beloved local dive bar in the heart of downtown, Ivy Inn is known for its cheap…read moredrinks, tasty bar food, and dog-friendly outdoor patio. We especially loved the shaded seating under the big tent that is perfect for staying cool while hanging out with your pup. The vibe is super friendly; we had a blast chatting with regulars and bartender Adam. Just a heads-up: dogs are welcome until sundown, since things get lively here once the party kicks off. It is a great spot to grab a drink, mingle, and unwind. Cash only!

We were in Princeton for a lacrosse game and was looking for a place to grab a drink. From the…read moreoutside it doesn't look like it's even open but we took a tug on the door! Simple basic college town tavern. Adam the bartender is great! It was so good we went back the next day for lunch. Huge sandwiches! Definitely a place to visit. However, know ahead of time they are CASH only! But there is an ATM on the premises.

The food is really good they have a standard gastropub type menu and then a seasonal menu on…read morerotation the chef mixes up. Very large bar area that can get quite busy! Many craft beers on tap and they offer flights. There are tvs in the bar area for sports and a space for live music. Parking is adjacent to the restaurant never had an issue finding a spot. In the summer there is a larger outdoor seating area.

Apps were all great. Definitely recommend the wings potato skins and tots. The service was…read moreattentive and friendly. We had a great time and would definitely return.

Giving this pub a solid 5 stars for being a local gem and I love their menu for common pub foods…read more The vibe here is great and the music is great. Plenty of beers to choose from and some of the strongest cosmopolitans I've ever had. I am just happy that they have Guinness. The bartenders here are pleasant, at least every time I go. I try to come early enough before a game to secure a good spot. They have plenty of TVs and they are also kind enough to change the channel for other major games. My go-to orders are their sweet chili wings and anything with tater tots. I look forward to coming back.

Watched a good chunk of the World Cup and the NBA Finals here, and they know how to host a game…read more Right atmosphere, right energy, no fighting for a spot to see a screen. Seating is a real strength -- tables, bar, booths, and semi-outdoor seating that's great in decent weather or when there's something going on. Whatever mood you're in, there's a seat for it. The menu's got plenty going on, but I'm there for the bar staples and they nail them: wings, sliders, burgers, fries. Drink selection is wide - everything solid. Practical stuff that matters and nobody mentions: parking is plentiful, and it's never been wildly packed any of the times I've gone. Also - and I mean this as high praise - the floors aren't sticky. You'd be surprised how rare that is. Good spot for a game, good spot for a burger, easy to get in and out.

Bar is huge. Outside looks new. Inside expresso machine is featured. Only four drafts but good…read morechoices. Bar mistress insists on new cold glasses for beer.

Smoke room in the back. Diamond pool table. Cold drinks and a lot of TVs. Small but comfortable…read morelocal bar. lol

We had such a great time here! The patio area is spacious and perfect for enjoying food outdoors,…read moreand the atmosphere with the live rock music made it even better. The band was fantastic--lively enough to keep the energy up but not overwhelming, so we could still enjoy our meal and conversation. The food came out hot, fresh, and full of flavor--everything we tried was delicious! What stood out even more was how family-friendly the whole experience was. It's not always easy to find a spot with live music that also feels comfortable bringing kids, but this place nailed it. Our kids loved the fun vibe, and we all felt welcome from start to finish. Highly recommend if you're looking for a fun night out with good food, great music, and a place that everyone in the family can enjoy. We'll definitely be back!

So, I have been here many times. We like to go on a Fri or Sat night to see a band. A lot of…read morefun. The food is decent. Think average diner. Is it great, no. Is it bad, no. My thought is the food is better than some of the other places in the area that have bands. Very excited to see the Ruckus us coming there. I also want to mention that all the servers and bartenders are awesome.

I absolutely love coming to Ciro's for their chicken parm! The chicken is always so tender and the…read moresauce is fresh and flavorful. On this lunch trip, however, we sat at the bar and I opted to grab a burger on my friend's recommendation. Our bartender was quick to take our order and the food came out quickly too. I picked a Cajun burger cooked medium and the temp came out just right. The burger was flavorful, but not very spicy. I wish they would have kicked up the spice level a notch or two. My one friend had the same burger and said they are usually more spicy. The portion of fries was a bit small, but overall the meal was filling enough to leave me satisfied. The bar area has a nice backlit display and seats about 15. There are some high top tables in the bar area as well. The regular dining area is much larger and is more elevated, but semi-formal dress is plenty fine You won't be disappointed if you visit Ciro's. NOTE: They do NOT have pickles. My friends knew this and knew that they were getting burgers, so they brought a few pickle spears

We had a company lunch to celebrate a birthday. Selected this restaurant based on reviews alone…read moresince didn't know anyone who had been here. We were a party of 8. Initially we were a bit taken back because the waitress told us she couldn't take an order for appetizers first, that we had to order the entire order at once. She eventually did take our appetizers order separately. Things definitely went up from here, not only the service but the meal. Everything we ordered from appetizers to desserts were amazing. Not a single complaint from anyone. Their bruschetta appetizers, excellent. And their salmon entree was delicious. Definitely recommend this restaurant for their delicious food and the great service.

Cool spot. The female bartender was awesome. Very friendly and she made us feel welcomed in the…read moreestablishment. It's a small place with a diverse crowd. Prices ok. We didnt stay long. It did have an odor that met us at the door so that's why I gave the dive bar 4 stars. We will go back when in the area again.

The South River Pub. Ha! It's such a dive, but I just love it. When I turned 21, this was my go to…read morespot. Moved away for 11 years, went back to The Pub, it was exactly the same. You can expect a diverse crowd here on any given Friday. From Hipsters, to local drunks to... I don't even know what. Karaoke usually draws an unusual crowd and that's what you get here on a Friday night! It's a big place. Two bars, one in front, one in back. Beer selection is pretty standard. Don't ask for a Cider. They'll look at you like you're from another plant. Internet jukebox is always a plus as the selection is large. I do have to say, this is the ONLY bar where I was able to play my beloved country tunes (real country, not pop country garbage) and start a sing a long. All in all, it's just a divey bar with excellent people watching.

Chill local bar. Has a jukebox and pool table. You can get outside food. They serve chips. Not…read moresuper clean, but I didn't go there with that expectation either. I had a good time by myself.

This was another one of my husband's finds. He claimed to have wanted to come here for years and…read morefinally saw an opportunity and took it. This was a bit of a job just to get to from rt 1 but we finally made it to this small neighborhood bar. The bar itself is a square bar with 2 or three tvs. There are a few beers on tap, all the usual suspects, and bottles. For entertainment there is a juke box, shuffle board, and 2 pool tables. They must take pool very seriously here as they have a few trophies displayed on the back wall. The highlight was watching the bartender make popcorn on a jiffy pop hot plate in the center of the bar. We are in debate whether to sound the dive alert siren, or just call this a sleepy neighborhood bar. Either way it makes the dive list lol.