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1. Mediterra

4.7

Exceptional(4440)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Princeton

Booked 48 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.

2. Mistral

4.5

Awesome(3180)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Princeton

Booked 21 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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3. Triumph Restaurant and Brewery

4.5

Awesome(101)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Princeton

Booked 19 times today

Please note that all reservations are exclusively for the Main Dining Room.We kindly ask our guests to dress appropriately for the upstairs bar, lounge, and dining rooms. Please, no ball-caps, flip-flops, shorts, leggings, or athletic-wear.Please note that all reservations are exclusively for the main dining room. No one under 21 is permitted in the lounge.Triumph Brewing Company is a sophisticated restaurant & brewery featuring regional American cuisine & hand-crafted freshly brewed beer. Triumph is located within Palmer Square. Close walking distance to Princeton University and McCarter Theatre.

4. La Mezzaluna

4.7

Exceptional(1812)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Princeton

Booked 12 times today

La Mezzaluna is an Italian Restaurant located in the heart of downtown Princeton, NJ. We are your premier choice for exquisite dining and service. Using the finest and freshest seasonal local ingredients, our menu has earned its reputation for mouth-watering regional Italian cuisine and flavors.We have been in Princeton for over 15 years and our food is adored by both locals and tourists alike. Our menu changes seasonally and we offer special dishes during major holidays.

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5. Aspendos Mediterranean Cuisine

4.6

Exceptional(104)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Princeton

Booked 18 times today

Introducing the newest addition to the culinary scene, a Mediterranean restaurant with a rich history of flavors and traditionsThe restaurant is the brainchild of two brothers with over 20 years of experience in the food industry, and this marks their fourth establishment. With their expertise and passion for authentic Mediterranean cuisine, they have crafted a menu that showcases the best of their culinary expertise. From savory appetizers to mouth-watering entrees, every dish is carefully prepared using only the freshest and finest ingredients. The menu features a range of Mediterranean favorites such as hummus, bowl salad, crispy octopus , tirit (Göbekli Tepe), margarita, roll baklava and more. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner with friends and family, this new restaurant offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that is sure to please.

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6. Elements Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2046)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Princeton

Booked 3 times today

Executive Chef Scott Anderson chose the name "elements" for the restaurant because he is passionate about sourcing fresh, local, organic ingredients and sustainably raised meats and seafood. He wants the very elements of your meal to play a major role in the taste of it. Then he and his team work to reveal the complementary flavor dimensions inherent in the elements by skillfully combining them—often in edgy new ways. Restaurant menus change constantly here, making this the dinner restaurant that is excitingly different every time you return. If you're a foodie, you want to know where—and how--your food grew. It's fascinating, it's a good health practice and it provides extra pleasure from everyday experiences, like a meal with friends. elements is the American restaurant serving local steak and seafood, but with global influences in seasoning and cooking methods. A true culinary adventure!

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7. Seasons 52 - Princeton

4.8

Exceptional(4398)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Princeton

Booked 70 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-6PM.

8. Metro North

4.7

Exceptional(2486)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Princeton

Booked 15 times today

Metro North featuring Italian Entrees, Seafood, Grilled Meats, Salads, Appetizers. Along with your favorite cocktail, glass of wine or beer on tap there is something for everyone. Reasonable prices in a casual atmosphere. Located at 378 Alexander Road in Princeton, New Jersey with ample parking we also have seating for large parties up to 100 plus and outside dining on our patio.To view our menu visit us at www.metronorthnj.com

9. Ficus

4.4

Awesome(145)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Princeton

Ficus is a local BYOB restaurant and café located in downtown Princeton, offering two distinctive floors and convenient FREE PARKING behind the building. We serve healthy and elegant food influenced by local culture, along with vibrant refreshing drinks. We firmly believe in the unifying power of food to bring together people who love food and enjoy high-quality life.On the first floor, Ficus Café warmly welcomes guests 7 days a week, offering a variety of simple salads and sandwiches, with no reservation necessary. On the second floor, Ficus Above provides an exclusive dining experience curated by our chefs, available from Thursday to Sunday, between 5 pm and 8 pm. Our seasonal menu invites guests to enjoy carefully crafted culinary creations in an elegant ambiance.To accommodate larger parties of more than four guests, kindly contact our store at 609-917-2656 for reservations.

10. Eno Terra

4.8

Exceptional(3991)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Princeton

Booked 26 times today

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robertVIP
Philadelphia County •138 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Never disappoints. Great wine list. Uncompromising Mediterranean menu.
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MediterraPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Princeton
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4.7
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Todd
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Dined in the main, upstairs dining room which is the old post office lobby. Beautiful, evocative space! A simple meal of mussels and frites with an appetizer and Boulevardier cocktail. All delicious! Solid, attentive service. Although open less than a year, Triumph may already be considered among Princeton's best restaurants.
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Triumph Restaurant and BreweryPrice: Expensive• American• Princeton
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JeffVIP
New York City •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Our meal at Mistral was superb! Everything was delicious and inspired. Really impressed with the creativity of the kitchen staff!
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MistralPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Princeton
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4.5
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Samir
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
Fabulous food, great service and very decent ambiance
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La MezzalunaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Princeton
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4.7
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Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
We had a lovely dinner. The food is excellent. One of us had the liver and the other the fish. The food was fresh and flavorful. Our waiter Marut was attentive and helpful.
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Aspendos Mediterranean CuisinePrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Princeton
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4.6

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3. Triumph Restaurant and Brewery

4. La Mezzaluna

5. Aspendos Mediterranean Cuisine

6. Elements Restaurant

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