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Vidalia Restaurant - Lawrenceville, NJ, Lawrenceville, NJ

Vidalia Restaurant - Lawrenceville, NJ

4.8
4.8
2041 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
21 Phillips Avenue, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Welcome to Vidalia, 2016 winner in Top 10 Best Italian Restaurant in New Jersey by NJ.com and 2017 rated # 1 Italian restaurant in Mercer county New Jersey
BYOB
PLEASE NOTE THAT OUR OUTDOOR SEATING IS ENCLOSED AND HEATED DURING WINTER AND FALL.
SEATING REQUESTS ARE NEVER GUARANTEED FOR THE OUTDOOR SUMMER SEASON
Lawrenceville premiere destination for gourmet cuisine and impeccable service. Accented by soft lighting and elegant décor, Vidalia aims to please and succeeds in doing so. The professional staff caters to its guests’ every need making sure not to cut corners and only offering the finest, highest quality ingredients. The menu is vast and eclectic showcasing an impressive selection of Authentic Italian specialties. Treat your guests to an evening that they won't soon forget.
Menu prices are based on cash transactions, A 3.5 % credit card fee will apply if swiped
We Do Not have a Coat Check *Vidalia and its staff are not responsible for lost or stolen goods.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, European, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Cash Only
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Salvatore Scarlata
  • Catering
    We are happy to host events in our restaurant during normal business as well as off hours. The restaurant holds 48 people comfortably and our outdoor dining area will hold 50 people as well. We are happy to provide a great custom family-style meal for your event or your guests can order a la carte from our menu.<br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    You may rent the restaurant for private events or outside dining. We are closed on Monday, but we will gladly open for you if the party consist of 20 or more. Lunch or Dinner. Please call for details or email at vidaliarestaurant@gmail.com
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Princeton
  • Cross street
    206 or Gordon Ave.
  • Parking details
    Free Parking with no meters.
  • Public transit
    10 minutes from Hamilton train station and 5 minutes from 295 North or South.10 minutes from Princeton University and local shoppes.
  • Entertainment
    Al Fresco Dining with entertainment, weather permitting and Wine Tastings and outdoor fireplace
  • Additional
    Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
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What 2,041 people are saying

Vidalia Restaurant - Lawrenceville, NJ reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Mercer

    Best Overall

  • Mercer

    Best Food

  • Mercer

    Best Service

  • Mercer

    Best Value

  • Mercer

    Neighborhood gem

  • Mercer

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Mercer

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Vidalia Restaurant in Lawrenceville, NJ, is celebrated for its "memorable" food and "outstanding" service. The restaurant offers an intimate atmosphere, perfect for date nights or special occasions. Guests appreciate the knowledgeable staff and gluten-free options. Although some mention noise and spacing issues, the "delicious" culinary experience makes it a local treasure.

2,041 Reviews
  1. Thomas

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The dinner was excellent. Perfectly cooked veal dish, excellent fried calamari appetizer, scrumptious Caesar salad, splendid bolognese with pappardelle. Joey, is the great server.

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  2. John

    New York City32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As always, food and service were outstanding. Love that it is BYOB. The menu seems to have something new each time we are there. Great place.

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  3. mary

    Washington DC15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve enjoyed a number of meals at Vidalia. The only key is to remember to bring your own wine.. (small inconvenience for a fabulous meal). This time we ate on the patio and it was delightful. Our daughter is in college in the are for 1 more year…. So we look forward to a few more dining experiences at Vidalia.

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  4. Kelly VIP

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Haven’t been for 10 years and took some friends back and it was the same fantastic food. Love this place.

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  5. Ken

    Philadelphia7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the lunch special, gnocchi with spinach and house made sausage. Very good. My guest had the yellowfin tuna steak blt, also very good. We had a great table outside in the shade. Great place for a great lunch.

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  6. Lori

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we walked through the doors, it was clear we were in for something special. The ambiance was warm, inviting, and thoughtfully designed — a perfect balance between elegance and comfort. Soft lighting, tasteful decor, and just the right level of background music set the tone for a wonderful evening. The service was impeccable. Our server was attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable about the menu, and genuinely enthusiastic about ensuring we had a great experience. Every request was handled promptly and with a smile. As for the food, it was simply outstanding. Every dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. You could tell that only the freshest ingredients were used, and each plate was crafted with great care and creativity. Overall, this restaurant delivered an exceptional experience on every level. It’s rare to find a place that excels in food, service, and atmosphere all at once, but this one absolutely does. Highly recommended!

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  7. Lisa

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal at Vidalia!! Thank you Sal & staff!!

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  8. Gloria

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved Vidalia from the moment we arrived! Great service, fabulous food and lovely atmosphere. We sat out in the garden area and it was wonderful! We look forward to our next visit!

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  9. Denise

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Stuffed pork chop was excellent. All of my dinner companions loved their meals as well. Will definitely go back!

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  10. Gerald

    Philadelphia21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and waitress was great. The caprese salad and sea bass was delicious.

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FAQs

Vidalia Restaurant - Lawrenceville, NJ offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 896-4444.

Vidalia Restaurant - Lawrenceville, NJ is rated 4.8 stars by 2041 OpenTable diners.

Vidalia Restaurant - Lawrenceville, NJ does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  4. Mercer
  5. Princeton

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
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21 Phillips Avenue, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    206 or Gordon Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Princeton
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, European, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Free Parking with no meters.
  • Public transit
    10 minutes from Hamilton train station and 5 minutes from 295 North or South.10 minutes from Princeton University and local shoppes.
  • Payment options
    Cash Only
  • Executive chef
    Salvatore Scarlata
  • Entertainment
    Al Fresco Dining with entertainment, weather permitting and Wine Tastings and outdoor fireplace
  • Additional
    Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We are happy to host events in our restaurant during normal business as well as off hours. The restaurant holds 48 people comfortably and our outdoor dining area will hold 50 people as well. We are happy to provide a great custom family-style meal for your event or your guests can order a la carte from our menu.<br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    You may rent the restaurant for private events or outside dining. We are closed on Monday, but we will gladly open for you if the party consist of 20 or more. Lunch or Dinner. Please call for details or email at vidaliarestaurant@gmail.com
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