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Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Lawrenceville

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1. Amalfi's Kitchen & Bar
4.6
Exceptional(207)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Lawrenceville
Booked 4 times today
Combining classic Italian food with a bar and casual pizzeria sounds like a great idea and Amalfi’s delivers this with style in its cozy bar and restaurant that feels just like your neighborhood spot. Whether you’re there to enjoy a drink after work with some friends or colleagues or you are there for a huge family dinner with a big group, Amalfi’s has everything you could want.Appetizers, soups, salads, pastas, chicken, fish, steak and pizzas are all mainstays on the Amalfi’s menu, so consider your many options and then go for whatever strikes your fancy, like some fried calamari, chicken parm egg rolls, some lovely vodka rigatoni or a classic pepperoni pizza. Our homemade dishes have served the Mercer County area for over 20 years! So come in as a customer and leave as part of the family!
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2. Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture
4.1
Excellent(8740)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary French • Princeton
Booked 60 times today
Rat’s Restaurant is the perfect dining destination. Named for the fabled entertaining character in Kenneth Graham’s children’s classic, The Wind in the Willows, Rat’s Restaurant is designed to give visitors the sense they have stepped into a village reminiscent of the impressionist painter Claude Monet’s beloved town of Giverny. Rustic fireplaces, country French cuisine, seasonal hand-crafted cocktails and an eclectic beer and wine list are just the beginning. Regarded as one of the most romantic and beautiful restaurants in our region, Rat’s was named Philadelphia Magazine’s “Most Romantic Restaurant. Rats Restaurant and catering is proudly managed by Constellation Culinary.
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3. Seasons 52 - Princeton
4.8
Exceptional(4429)
Price: Expensive
• American • Princeton
Booked 46 times today
Seasons 52 in Princeton is a vibrant bar scene with its seasonal menu and 52 wines by the glass. Reviews rave about the excellent service and well-made cocktails. The bar area is described as comfortable, lively and eclectic. One reviewer even notes it's a great place to catch up for drinks and has a great happy hour!
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4. Eddie V's - Princeton
new
4.8
Exceptional(24)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Princeton
Booked 60 times today
Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.
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5. Metro Grill
4.9
Exceptional(629)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Ewing
Booked 11 times today
All Reservations made ONLINE ARE FOR INDOOR DINING ONLY. Please call for Outdoor Reservations. Metro Grill has a great selection of Italian Entrees, Fresh Seafood Specials, Grilled Meats, Salads and Appetizers. In addition to our dining room, we also have a large bar that seats 30 as well as high top tables around the bar. Large selection of wine by the glass, 10 oz. martinis, beers on tap and your favorite cocktails. Reasonable prices in a casual and friendly atmosphere. Located at 172 Scotch Road in The Glen Roc Shopping Center with plenty of parking.
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6. Bahama Breeze – Princeton
4.1
Excellent(622)
Price: Moderate
• Caribbean • Princeton
Bahama Breeze Island Grille offers a To Go menu with easy online ordering. Take home a taste of the islands today. Bahama Breeze offers all your favorites: burgers, salads, seafood, chicken-all with our island flair. From jicama or plantains to jerk chicken pasta, you can enjoy the islands one taste at a time, discovering new flavors along the way. If our Latin and Caribbean-inspired recipes sound delicious but you're not sure you're ready to explore, ask us about the ingredients or preparation. We're always happy to share our knowledge of Latin American and Caribbean cuisine.
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7. Uno Pizzeria & Grill - Hamilton
4.7
Exceptional(136)
Price: Moderate
• American • Hamilton
Join us at your local UNO’s!Our newest menu features all your favorites like the Numero Uno Deep Dish Pizza, and even some new items that may become your favorite including the Margherita Chicago Thin Crust Pizza and the Chicken Parm Sub. We have pizzas that are perfect for all meat-lovers, vegans, and gluten-free guests alike, whether it is our legendary Deep Dish or our Cauliflower Crust that you can try on any 10” Chicago Thin Crust.As we finally say goodbye to 2020, end your year with Pizza Skins, Rattlesnake Pasta, ½ Pound Burgers, a BBQ Bacon Chicken Sandwich, or our new Deep Dish Brownie Sundae that literally melts in your mouth. We promise to provide safe, sanitary and friendly service along with a wide variety of draft beers and craft cocktails. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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8. Mistral
4.5
Awesome(3187)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Princeton
Booked 19 times today
Located in the heart of downtown Princeton, Mistral offers a stunning mix of taste, style and atmosphere. Chef Scott Anderson places a superlative emphasis on fresh, local ingredients in creating a variety of culturally influenced, inventive plates with inviting flavors for guests to savor and share.Now offering a full menu of beer, wine and cocktails for our guests, Mistral’s guests will enjoy a full craft cocktail menu that is both unexpected and attuned to chef Anderson's local and seasonal ethos as well as an extensive craft beer and wine offering with the open of Mistral’s bar
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9. Mediterra
4.7
Exceptional(4457)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Princeton
Booked 38 times today
Approachable cuisine of the 22 countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea. Seasonal alfresco dining overlooks Princeton's Palmer Square. Offering an Award-Winning Wine List and Creative Cocktails. You can book indoor or outdoor reservations- please respect your selection.
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10. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Yardley
4.5
Awesome(518)
Price: Moderate
• American • Yardley
Booked 40 times today
Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is your destination for bold flavors and warm hospitality. From expertly crafted wood-fired steaks and fresh seafood to signature cocktails, mocktails, and curated wines, every detail is designed to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're gathering with family, hosting a client, or toasting to a special occasion, Firebirds offers elevated cuisine at an approachable price. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio and let us show you what extraordinary dining feels like. Reserve your table today — we can’t wait to serve you.
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