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    Roots

    3.7 (495 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Drunken Noodle
    Ingrid C.

    This is an interesting Asian fusion restaurant located in a strip mall. At first I was a little confused, it was unclear to me if you ordered at the front, and picked your food near the register, but soon after I realized it was a sit down spot. The waiters are all very friendly, and a menu was bought out quickly. The choices definitely varied! I don't know if I would call it a fusion restaurant... maybe an all inclusive Asian restaurant. They had options such as Taiwanese beef noodle soup, sushi, kimchi fried rice etc... My pad Thai did not taste authentic, but I loved the chewiness of the noodles. I wished it was slightly spicier with a punchier flavor.

    Crepe
    Mehaa S.

    Used to like this place but it's gone downhill since. The concept is nice and the first time I went the purple rice and tofu combination was nice but the last few times I've gone the food has been flavorless and too greasy and just plain disappointing. It's a nice spot for dinner or date night but unfortunately the food is not up to par anymore

    Josie T.

    Came here for dinner after work. I am not sure why this place is not getting more review stars. We ordered a few different dishes and every dish came out excellent - from presentation to taste. Not to mention the service is very good too. The interior looks nice though a little loud.

    Edamame and the roots ramen!
    Maddie L.

    The vibe is relaxing and dim once inside, it is usually busy around dinner time sometimes there is a wait but it is very short. The ramen was HUGE I took half of it home & the pork buns were fluffy and delicious. Fantastic service and presentation of food, good portions and definitely worth a trip over.

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    Gilbert G.

    Decent place for ramen in the Princeton area! My family came here for early dinner at 4pm on Dec. 26, 2023. It was not too busy and our party of 7 could be accommodated. Roots ramen was tasty with pork, soft boiled eggs, and Shanghai greens. The appetizers were nice with the edamame and pork dumplings. My wife enjoyed the drunken noodles dish. Interior of restaurant is quite pleasant and bright. Parking is easy as it's in the same shopping complex as Whole Foods. Service can be a bit slow if it is crowded. But overall this is a good option for pan-Asian food in Princeton!

    Reheated left overs: Bowl with purple rice, general chicken, broccoli, and dumplings.

    Service was slow, I went with a friend and you'd think you would get sat right away when there's two of you. However, bigger parties were walking in and being sat before us. We noticed they were waiting to give us a smaller table; meanwhile, we got the most food. Food was good! Haven't been in awhile and I do feel it's changed in quality a little bit. Atmosphere is always nice in there in terms of decor. Still a good pick and should try if you like Asian cuisine.

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    Aisha F.

    General Roots bowl. Need I say more? Look at the material, you already know it was delicious.

    wonton soup
    Sebastian C.

    The best option for Asian food and sushi in the area if you eat gluten-free. The menu specifically notes which items are gluten-free or can be prepared gluten-free. The sushi rolls are all of the standard fare. I've tried a number of rolls, both gluten-free and not, and they have all been solid. The quality is great for the price point. Outside of the sushi, I have had the wonton soup which was really good as well.

    miso soup
    Dharika S.

    Nice and clean indoors and felt comfortable- loved the amount of space between each table- but food was not flavorful. Very few vegan options and waiters are not educated on what is vegan/ not. Would not recommend. We ordered this as vegans: - Miso soup: pretty decent, but all taste the same so how could you go wrong - Drunken noodles: super bland and no flavor - Spring rolls: tiny and crispy- i enjoyed these Save yourself a trip and go somewhere with more authentic thai flavors!

    General's beef bowl.
    Renee H.

    Long over due lunch date with hubby in between Thanksgiving food shopping at multiple stores. Yeah, we're particular about what we eat. Despite being super busy with the work lunch crowd we didn't feel neglected or put off. Tasty and nicely presented bowls of goodness and professional and friendly service included. Take your next lunch date here.

    Thai Basil Bowl
    Vedika D.

    Absolutely love Roots! Some of our favorite Asian food in NJ. The place is super cozy and the food is fresh. Some favorites: Vegetarian dumplings (super buttery) Thai basil bowl (really good flavor) Thai coconut bowl (creamy and spicy, love with noodles) They also have a sushi menu and their rolls are pretty good

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    Great food. Casual restaurant. But food is fantastic. Servers are very friendly. Highly recommend.

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    It's ok. When it first opened it was very good. Not that impressed recently. Pad Thai was very bland.

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    So delicious, the food was served hot and fresh, the staff was helpful however I'd recommend making reservations.

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    Fresh food. Loved the spicy basil chicken and spring rolls. Service was fast and pleasant.

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    I've had takeout here several times and it has always been good. The pad Thai is excellent.

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    Amazing sashimi and noodle dishes. You can byob and they will provide ice bucket. Highly recommend!

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    Ask the Community - Roots

    Do they offer delivery?

    Nope! Although maybe through Uber eats or some other service?

    Is this restaurant BYOB?

    yes it is byob!

    Do they have sake bombs here?

    Didn't see them there.

    Is there any chicken dishes at roots?

    Yes

    What time are the lunch menu hours?

    They don't have a lunch menu

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    Mistral

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    We came here on a Sunday morning and there was only one other party seated, so it was pretty quiet…read more That may have been due to it being MLK weekend, with many people out of town for the long weekend. I ordered the Grilled Chicken Wrap, which was excellent, packed with chicken and very filling. I ended up taking half home because it was both generous and delicious. The side salad was also surprisingly good. We ended up returning later for happy hour, which takes place in the room to the right of the hostess stand. I highly recommend stopping by for drinks and bites if you're in the mood for classic cocktails and solid food. Happy hour is first come, first served and limited to the bar only (around 15 seats total). We arrived right when it started, and when we left about 40 minutes later, the bar was about half full. I'd definitely come back to try their dinner or to enjoy their happy hour again.

    Wow just wow. Had a…read morebusiness meeting here. I don't even know how to communicate how delicious it was. We got some starters. West Coast Oysters - filled with lime and pickled cucumbers. Tuna Sashimi - spicy fish over green melon. Such a great combination. Who thought of this?!? Crispy Salmon Bites - my second favorite thing tonight. I got the scallops over peas with bacon as my main meal and man was it amazing. Best scallops I've ever had. I am trying to decide if I want to leave my current spot and work for him. Taking me here was a major step in the right direction. He said we could meet here monthly since it is halfway between us. Uhhhh I guess I should say yes!!

    Tiger Noodles - 403. Chicken with Broccoli

    Tiger Noodles

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    Tiger Noodles in Princeton delivered a small triumph to my room through Grubhub. I opened the…read morecontainers and felt that quiet sense of hope a hungry person feels when the aromas drift upward and promise a good evening. It is always a pleasure when those promises are kept. I ordered the pineapple fried rice and the portion was enormous. It felt like opening a treasure chest filled with bright colors, roast pork, and warm spice. The seasoning worked perfectly with the sweetness of the pineapple. Nothing was timid. Every bite had a lively balance of heat, sweetness, and savory depth. For the price I paid, it felt almost like a small miracle in a paper box. My wife ordered three sushi rolls and she was happy with all of them. She enjoyed the shrimp tempura roll and the tuna avocado roll. But the spicy tuna roll was the star of her show. She generously offered me a piece. The heat was lively but not overwhelming and the filling tasted clean and fresh. There was no excess rice, no unnecessary filler, just a satisfying ratio of fish to rice that let the tuna shine. It is one of the better spicy tuna rolls I have had in quite some time. In Princeton you can find more refined or experimental Asian restaurants if that is what you want. But you will also find prices that may affect your credit rating. Tiger Noodles stands apart because it offers generous portions, honest flavors, and a price point that feels almost out of place in the neighborhood. For what you receive and for what you pay this is an easy five stars. I threw out the empty containers with the feeling that life had been made a little better for an evening. That is all a person can ask from dinner and Tiger Noodles delivered it.

    Been here many times, both in person and take out. Today they were off. Some food delivered to…read moretable was lukewarm at best. Should be piping hot as a two second walk from the kitchen to our table. Felt like someone is pre-coming food and then just adding warm sauce on top of chicken. Other food items were fine, but not acceptable for this place. Very disappointed. Do better.

    The Dinky Bar & Kitchen - Chicken Bao

    The Dinky Bar & Kitchen

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    Went there for the very first time. It was mid afternoon and the place was pretty busy. We ordered…read morethe food and sat on the outside since I did have my two little fur friends with me. It was nice eating on the outside, but it was a little chilly since it was still winter time can't wait to go during the summer and sit outside. Overall the experience was good and the food was very peaceful and seasoned quite well.

    If you're looking for a place located right on the campus of Princeton University then you should…read moretry Dinky's Bar and Kitchen. They have a wide range of wonderful Signature Cocktails using seasonal ingredients,,Mock Cocktails, Curated Wine list by the Glass or Bottle and Craft Beers on Tap and in Bottles. Dinky's Bar is located in the historic 1918 train station, featuring train station-themed, signature cocktails and locomotive themes to pay homage to the building's heritage. Dinky's has a Happy Hour: it's from 3 PM to 5 PM (Sunday - Thursday) and "Happier Hours" from 10 PM to close... Dinky's offers a Seasonal Menu of Small Plates, Burgers, Flatbreads, Limited Sushi, Pizza, Soup, and more. Everything is locally sourced. The also serve a limited Brunch. The vibe is fun and fits right in with the area.. It's located right on Princeton University and is walking distance to The Art Museum. This quaint restaurant has an outdoor patio with seating, and some tables and high tops inside with a full bar. and their menu is simple and delicious. Dinky's doesn't take reservations. They only accept walk-ins. We had a fun server named Conner. He made great suggestions, especially for cocktails and food choices. We both started with their Pear Paloma-tequila, pear, cardamom, lime, grapefruit soda. It was refreshing and good. It was the perfect drink to try. We were looking to get a quick bite just to tie us over. This place came recommended by a close friend. We ordered a few appetizers. Spicy Tuna Roll- tuna, spicy mayo, masago, scallion, sambal, eel sauce, sesame seeds add avocado + $1, add pickled mango + $1 I chose the mango for a twist. It was fresh and delicious. We also ordered a California Roll- kani, cucumber, avocado, nori, sushi rice, sesame seeds. You can add pickled mango + $1 or avocado for + $1. We added the mango for a twist. It was very good. Next time I come I want to try their Buttermilk Fried Chicken Bao Buns-sriracha slaw, house made pickled cucumber, micro cilantro, asian glaze. It looked so good. There was a couple sharing our high top and they ordered several orders of these and they told us it's a must try. I would've ordered more food, but we were going to another place and I didn't want to fill up. The staff is very nice here all very friendly and welcoming. There's no children's menu. This place is a bit small so I don't recommend it for young children and it would be difficult for handicapped unless you're able to get a table outside. We will definitely be back.

    Roots - asianfusion - Updated May 2026

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