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    The Nassau Diner

    3.5 (85 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Meatloaf
    Ange C.

    I was passing through and wanted some simple food. I had a meatloaf with a side of snap peas and Caesar salad. I also had a freshly pressed juice- very delicious! Very friendly. Also, I wasn't sure but I was a little surprised with the NYC prices.

    Mozzarella sticks
    Shane N.

    This was one of the worst chicken sandwiches I've ever eaten. It was battered not breaded which would've been nice to know, the chicken was dry, bland, and I got a weird chewy bite. The mozzarella sticks were very average diner sticks. The service was also bad, one of the people I went with asked to switch their side to onion rings 2 minutes after ordering and the guy just said no and walked away no explanation or hey let me check just no and gone. The restaurant itself was pretty large, offering lots of seating and it was clean.

    Mozzarella Sticks
    Grace Nicole C.

    We came here on a Saturday afternoon after walking around the Princeton area for a bit. Since this is diner, we figure that it would be pretty standard diner food at pretty standard diner prices, but we were unfortunately wrong. I got the Hotel California burger with fries on the side - the burger was mediocre at best, it was supposed to also have garlic aïoli and it had none; the fries were OK, but not very crispy. We got mozzarella sticks for an appetizer and they just weren't good, the marinara was very salty and the sticks weren't as cheesy as other places. What I think makes this place deserve a one star (and I'm giving it to simply because the burger was only OK) is the service. The waiter we had was very rude and condescending. We asked to switch the fries to onion rings right after we had gotten our order taken, and he gave us a flat out "No" when we knew he hadn't even taken our order back to the kitchen yet. He never asked what we wanted to drink so we had to call him back again to order that. I understand that working in a client facing role can be hard and take a toll on people, but I do feel like you should make the customer feel like they are wanted in your establishment and that is not how we felt. The restaurant is fairly big and it extends all the way to the back so there's a lot more seating than what you can see from the window. The chairs, though, were very low in comparison to the table, so we couldn't really put our arms on top of it, which made dining very uncomfortable.

    Chocolate chip pancakes
    Lindsey A.

    Came here for dinner with some friends. The gorgeous, spacious interior made me feel like I was in an old fashioned soda pharmacy. Absolutely stunning interior and a cozy yet upscale atmosphere! Since we came on a Wednesday night, it was practically empty alongside a few other diners. Our waitress was very nice and attentive. I opted to go for the turkey club that was served on multigrain bread. It was a good serving size, very filling, and I did enjoy the taste. The fries were perfect. My friends wanted breakfast for dinner and they each got a stack of pancakes which they both really enjoyed. I feel like for diner food, it is more expensive than usual compared to other diners in this area for about the same quality. I think being that it's in downtown Princeton in a more upscale diner space is probably what makes it higher priced than most diners. However I enjoyed the food and atmosphere and I think it's a nice addition to the town. Perfect place for my friends and me to catch up. Next time I'd love to try a milkshake or cake!

    Jersey breakfast- good!
    Terri C.

    3.5 stars We've been here several times now and while we still enjoy it, the initial excitement of the ultra modern old fashioned diner wore off. I've been ordering the Jersey breakfast each time - and it's good - but I wish there are other menu items that interests me more. I've seen the omelets from other diners which stopped me from ordering the omelet. The omelets look like the smooth, thinned out kind. I prefer the thicker, eggier type. On our last visit, service lagged. On our first few visits, our waiter came by to refill our coffee as soon as our cup was halfway done. Where did he come from? Somehow, he was always right there whenever we needed coffee! This last visit was a different story. We had to flag down our server multiple times for coffee. I know they're busy - the diner was full- but we had a very different experience previously.

    Chicken steak and eggs
    Amelia C.

    Love the interior design. Our waiter was friendly and we got our food pretty quick, even though it was the lunch time rush on a Wednesday. My chicken steak tasted good, it reminded me of a fried pork chop. Had a nice fried crisp to it. Eggs were cooked perfectly. The breakfast potatoes were very buttery. My friend ordered the Israeli Breakfast. The Israeli salad that came with her meal was delicious. The olives in it were fresh and not extremely salty. The red onion vinaigrette they used was so good.

    Not chicken or rice...
    Kat C.

    $10 chicken and rice soup. A spoon of chicken bits and half a spoon of rice. Basically bland and greasy celery water.

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    Delicious food, great atmosphere, attentive stuff. I would recommend the Nassau Diner for breakfast or brunch any day

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    8 months ago

    Good food and decent portions. Charming old building with elegant tin ceiling and original tile floor.

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    Delicious food and the restaurant is so clean!! The service was quick and friendly. We will definitely be back.

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    Nice service. Very cold AC, unpleasant. Huge portions of low quality food, greasy and mediocre.

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    Witherspoon Grill - Creamed spinach and Fries

    Witherspoon Grill

    3.8(652 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    When we are in the area this is our go to date night spot. We typically order the same thing but…read morelast night my bf switched from the ribeye to the strip steak. We are bar people so we sit there if it's just the 2 of us. Jackie the bartender is absolutely amazing! She makes a delicious dirty martini (and all drinks) Over the winter I did dry January and she made me a fun mocktail which was very nice of her! The filet is perfectly tender and the bernaise sauce is the best I've had out. Has a nice lemon tone, which I love the brightness of the acidity. The fries are like McDonald's but a step up, and creamed spinach is also a favorite. It is heavier on the cream and cheese side which we enjoy! This time around we did not get dessert but the Witherspoon Sundae is a MUST I also love the oyster sampler app which is nice to try different varieties!

    Pros: We loved the open concept and the natural light…read morepouring in through the windows--being on the corner really adds to the bright, inviting atmosphere. We started with cosmos, which were good (though not quite perfect). I ordered the turkey BLT, served with homemade potato chips that honestly stole the show. Our server, Noel, was attentive and thoughtful, even surprising us with complimentary glasses of champagne for our anniversary. Cons: The Witherspoon Burger was ordered medium to medium-well but came out fully well done. It still had good flavor, but the doneness was off. The fries were underwhelming and nothing particularly memorable. We also ordered the toasted pound cake with strawberries and cream--while the toasted outer layer was delicious, the rest of the cake didn't quite live up to it, and we ended up leaving much of it uneaten. Overall: Between the lovely ambiance, great service, and solid food, we'd still consider coming back--though there's a bit of room for improvement when it comes to consistency.

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    Witherspoon Grill - Cozy atmosphere

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    Strip Steak with bernaise sauce

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    Winberie's Restaurant & Bar - Roasted brussel sprouts  | #intenselypassionatephotography

    Winberie's Restaurant & Bar

    3.7(462 reviews)
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    I went here on a recommendation from a friend of mine after going to a nearby street fair. Located…read morein the heart of Palmer Square in Princeton, Winberries is in the heart of the most walkable area in town. The outside has a distinct brick facade while the interior features a homey wooden motif. The alcohol selection had a good variety to what was available and I partook in a local peach cider. For my meal, I had the Wagyu burger. It was delicious and flavorful. The burger was cooked just about medium-rare as ordered and it was overall quite good. The server was polite and friendly. Overall, it's a very good option in what is a very competitive area in terms of restaurant choices.

    Got a chicken pot pie, french onion soup, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Steak Fries and Pasta Bolognese…read more They have a huge ambiance, alot of table to sit. The staff is quick, our food came in 10minutes. French onion soup was the highlight, The mains were not very good, steak was a big disappointment it was burned and had a very bad after taste, rest of the mains were fine nothing great. On reporting to the staff that something was up with the steak they were considerate enough to not include it on the final bill. We even had dessert there which was yum. Place give a nice vibe but when the food doesn't match the standards it doesn't matter how nice the vibe was.

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    Winberie's Restaurant & Bar - Truffle fries with Parmesan| #intenselypassionatephotography

    Truffle fries with Parmesan| #intenselypassionatephotography

    Winberie's Restaurant & Bar - The front of the building at night!

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    Agricola Eatery - Tuna Tartare

    Agricola Eatery

    3.9(1.4k reviews)
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    Good food , lively vibrant ambience, and good company makes for a great evening . The service was…read moregood except they missed the occasion we were celebrating and didn't care to bring out a candle with the dessert we ordered . As we were leaving I reconfirmed it with the person at the host's desk ( seemed to be the manager) , who apologized and said maybe our waiter missed it . But it was a noticeable miss that cannot be overlooked, as that was the purpose of our dinner here. End of the meal, our family's spirits fell flat, but we still sang and celebrated sans the petty candle. Now on to the food and drinks... Mocktails were delicious, colorful, and eye-catching . We tried all 3 on the menu and loved it. Appetizers galore filled our table ... Bang Bang cauliflower had a medley of sweet & sour flavors. Hummus pita board - Warm grilled pita was a table favorite with the small portion of hummus and fresh crisp veggies. Harvest salad - crisp lettuce, feta cheese, walnuts, poached and fresh sliced pear, cucumbers, and watermelon radish with rose vinaigrette made this extra special. Crispy calamari - great pairing with pickled veggies and arugula basil aioli. We ordered an assortment of entrees with all seafood choices . Salmon with risotto , Halibut & Branzino cooked to perfection served with flavorful sides. For dessert, it was the warm brownie with vanilla ice cream and peanut butter cup . The brownie was soft and not too sweet, slightly warm and it vanished in a few seconds. Peanut butter cup was a dense donut texture with candied peanuts We hoped that at least one of the desserts would be served with a candle as we were celebrating a birthday but they missed it and didn't care enough despite letting them know when marking the reservation. I loved everything about the experience at Agricola, but their lack of attention to detail stuck out like a sore thumb , as the poor communication between their front desk and wait staff dampens the guests' experience , making it a not-so-great finish .

    Another fine meal at Agricola. The Calamari was light and flavorful without being overwhelmed by…read morethe breading. My Salmon was superb along with service that was right on time. In contrast to their far more expansive location in Morristown, the Princeton location is noticeably more "intimate" with Manhattan inspired table crowding. Not enough to detract from a wonderful meal but certainly worth noting. Five stars all day long. PS... no credit card surcharge. A surprise that certainly puts a smile on my face.

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    Agricola Eatery - Beautiful ambiance.  Great vibe.

    Beautiful ambiance. Great vibe.

    Agricola Eatery - Roasted Local Mushroom Medley

    Roasted Local Mushroom Medley

    Agricola Eatery - Santa's Sleigh (w/nonalcoholic rum) & Spicy Holiday

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    Mistral - Pan Seared Snapper ($34) - celery root puree, buttered leeks, potato sarladaises, confit tomatoes​

    Mistral

    3.9(768 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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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!!

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    Open kitchen

    Mistral - Crispy Salmon Bites ($12) - togarashi, nori, tayaki sauce​. Sauce was surprisingly sweet. It's mostly rice.

    Crispy Salmon Bites ($12) - togarashi, nori, tayaki sauce​. Sauce was surprisingly sweet. It's mostly rice.

    Mistral - Crispy Salmon Bites ($12) - togarashi, nori, tayaki sauce​. Sauce was surprisingly sweet. It's mostly rice.

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    Crispy Salmon Bites ($12) - togarashi, nori, tayaki sauce​. Sauce was surprisingly sweet. It's mostly rice.

    Tommy’s Tavern Tap - Spicy  tuna roll

    Tommy’s Tavern Tap

    3.9(215 reviews)
    2.3 mi
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    I've been to several other Tommy's locations but never been to the Princeton one. It was easy to…read morefind but you have to search around for parking. We were a party of 4 adults and one child. The wait was only 20 minutes which wasn't bad considering it was super busy and we didn't have a reservation. The staff was very accommodating since we had a baby who needed a little booster chair. For appetizers we had the hot honey chicken bites and the spinach artichoke dip. It came out pretty fast considering how busy it was and of course it was delicious! Surprising the hot honey chicken was pretty spicy which was unexpected but it was good. For main we got the Donatello white pizza and I got the Bacon Swiss burger. The Donatello pizza was really good but the balsamic was a little too heavy I felt like I could only taste the balsamic and nothing else. The burger was really good it wasn't dry at all. The portion was really big I actually had to pack the other half for lunch the next day! Since my birthday was coming up we told our waiter and with our lava cake dessert we got some ice cream and a little candle which was a sweet surprise. Overall this was a great meal and overall experience. Since it was a Thursday night it was very packed and loud inside. I would probably come back on a different day during the week but def would come back.

    Came by during happy hour on a Monday and was blessed by having Emily as my bartender. She was…read morequick, pleasant and was able to carry a conversation. She recommended me a few drink options based on what I mentioned I liked and I ended up trying both the spicy mango margarita and the strawberry Coconut margarita. Both I would recommend.

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