Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture

Name: Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture
Address: 16 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, NJ, United States, 08619
Telephone: (609) 584-7800
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.1

4.1 (8745)

$31 to $50

Contemporary French

16 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, NJ 08619

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 60 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Great for scenic views
Great for outdoor dining

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(609) 584-7800
Website
http://www.ratsrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jules Odum
Catering
Rat’s Restaurant and Ground For Sculpture offers a full complement of resources and services for a wide range of social, private, and corporate functions. So many events—from weddings and holiday parties to meetings & trade shows have been inspired by the unique interplay of nature and art. Only the unparalleled service and dedicated staff’s attention to detail rival the setting itself. Rat's provides award-winning menus for groups up to 200 with flexible space and tiered food and beverage packages that may be customized to your specific need and budget <br />
Private party facilities
When looking to host a memorable affair, Rat’s Restaurant at Grounds for Sculpture is the ultimate venue for a unique and elegant event. Whether planning a small wedding, intimate cocktail party, or corporate dinner, Rat’s private dining rooms, lounges, and outdoor spaces is just right!

Location
16 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, NJ 08619
Neighborhood
Princeton
Cross street
Sculpture Way
Parking details
Abundant parking is available in our private parking lot.
Public transit
Less than 3 miles from the Hamilton, NJ Amtrak/NJ Transit complex
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Spiced Apricot Martini$15.00
new amsterdam gin, apricot liqueur, pumpkin spice, simple syrup, apricot nectar, lime juice
Fig & Thyme Shrub$14.00
figenza vodka, lime juice, fig thyme shrub, club, cinnamon sugar rim
Plum Old Fashion$15.00
bulleit rye, ume plum liqueur, plum bitters, plum simple syrup
Apple Cider Sidecar$14.00
bushel calvados, cointreau, lemon juice, apple cider, maple syrup, cinnamon dusted apple slice garnish
Midnight in Manhattan$15.00
maker's mark, averna amaro, orange bitters
Harvest Sangria$14.00
brandy, orange liqueur, house wine, seasonal fruits
Mango Margarita$15.00
red cadillac tequila, cointreau, fresh lime, simple syrup
Ruby Margarita$14.00
mi campo reposado tequila, cointreau, lime juice, apricot butter simple syrup, muddled habanero, red wine

Beer

Draft

Brooklyn Lager$8.00
Ommegang 'Witte'$8.00
Troegs Seasonal IPA$9.00
Rotating Local Hazy IPA$9.00
Seasonal Selection$8.00
Stella Artois$7.00
Stone IPA$8.00
Sam Adams Boston Lager$8.00
Corona Extra$7.00
Bud Light$6.00
Guinness$9.00
River Horse 'Trippel Horse'$9.00
Downeast Ciders$7.00
Local Craft Feature$9.00
Athletic Non-Alcoholic$8.00

Mocktails

Hot Apple Cider$6.00
add favorite liqueur
Rosemary Limeade$8.00
fresh lime juice, rosemary simple syrup
Cherry 'Margarita'$9.00
clean co non alcoholic tequila, tart cherry juice, agave, lime, black salt rim
Pomegranate Citrus Punch$8.00
pomegranate, orange juice, lime juice, club soda

Wine

Sparkling

Cava Brut, Segura Viudas$13.00
Riesling Sekt Brut, Markus$14.00
Cremant de Bourgogne, Albert Bichot$16.00
Rosé, Cremant de Bourgogne, Doudet-Naudin$17.00
Champagne, Rare, Pieper Heidsieck$65.00
Rosé, Domaine de la Sangliere, Juliette$13.00
Rosé of Pinot Noir, Argyle$15.00
Viogner, K Vintners, Art Den Hoed Vineyard$14.00
Grenache Blanc, Ridge Vineyards$18.00
Riesling, Eroica$14.00
Pinot Bianco, Cantina Terlano$15.00
Sancerre, JM Crochet$18.00
Pinot Grigio, Kris$13.00
Chardonnay, Trefethen 'Eschol'$15.00
Chardonnay, Francois Labet$19.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Yealands$15.00
Grenache, Elizabeth Spencer$15.00
Cabernet Franc, Owen Roe 'Mystica'$19.00
Syrah, Alian Voge$17.00
Merlot, Seven Moons$13.00
Pinot Noir, Lemelson 'Thea's Selection'$18.00
Pinot Noir, Gehricke$17.00
Malbec, Tamari Reserva$13.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cain 'Cain Cuvee NV13'$20.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Knotty Vines$13.00

What 8,745 people are saying

Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

3.9Food
4.2Service
4.6Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Mercer
Great for brunch
Mercer
Great for outdoor dining
Mercer
Romantic
Mercer
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rats Restaurant, nestled within the stunning Grounds for Sculpture, offers a "beautiful setting" and "charming atmosphere" that delights guests. Diners rave about the "excellent service" and the "delicious food," though some note a limited menu. Outdoor seating provides an idyllic backdrop, enhancing the dining experience.

8,745 Reviews

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gary VIP
New York City2 reviews
1.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Requested a nice outdoor table by water Lon in advance of reservation for special event, was told that open table was not available as it was for a larger party who was “special “. Well no one ever arrived or sat at that table, it was set for 2 , & left empty, whole time I dined. Head of restaurant lied & said 2 parties sat there , but I sat right behind an empty table the entire nite. Beside the nice scenery , the food was tasteless, service was lousy & the outdoors was full of mosquitoes. You pay a hefty price for this kind of ambiance & food. The Sculpture Garden is great, don’t miss it, but I strongly suggest you take your hard earned $$ & dine elsewhere .
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Paula VIP
Philadelphia County33 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great afternoon at grounds for sculpture which started off with a wonderful lunch at Rats! Thank you to Josh, our server, who was outstanding.!
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Andi
Philadelphia County8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The three of us loved our lunch at Rats. It was a very hot day and, after walking the Grounds for Sculpture for two hours, chose to sit in the bar area; the darkest, coolest room with a Moroccan flair. We each ordered delicious mocktails, two sides - almonds w/greens, and frites, two turkey clubs, and one heirloom salad. Everyone was pleased.
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Laurie
New York City1 review
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Salmon was undercooked and had to be sent back to the kitchen. Otherwise the food was delicious Waitress was very eager to rectify the problem.
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Lisa VIP
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore19 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dining at Rat’s is always a wonderful experience. Food is great and the staff are, too.
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Tammie VIP
New York City68 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Out for a ladies lunch. Mike took great care of us. Food was delicious. We love rats. Beautiful
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Nellie
Unspecified2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant and view on patio Food was good and service excellent
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Connie
Philadelphia County5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Service was slow but our waiter was pleasant. Food was good.
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Monique
Philadelphia County2 reviews
2.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was not my cup of tea, bread was delicious and drinks were just ok
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Elizabeth
New York City2 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Rat's is housed in a lovely building in a gorgeous location at Grounds For Sculpture. I've enjoyed several previous meals here. Sadly, this most recent visit was a bit disappointing. I ordered the French Dip, but, unfortunately, the meat was a bit dry and tough. Our server was not particularly friendly nor attentive, which took away from the overall experience. With a little more attention to detail, this place could recapture its former glory.
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Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture is rated 4.1 stars by 8745 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:30 PM

Booked 60 times today

Google Map for Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture

16 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, NJ 08619

Additional information

Cross street
Sculpture Way
Neighborhood
Princeton
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:45 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Abundant parking is available in our private parking lot.
Public transit
Less than 3 miles from the Hamilton, NJ Amtrak/NJ Transit complex
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jules Odum
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ratsrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(609) 584-7800
Catering
Rat’s Restaurant and Ground For Sculpture offers a full complement of resources and services for a wide range of social, private, and corporate functions. So many events—from weddings and holiday parties to meetings & trade shows have been inspired by the unique interplay of nature and art. Only the unparalleled service and dedicated staff’s attention to detail rival the setting itself. Rat's provides award-winning menus for groups up to 200 with flexible space and tiered food and beverage packages that may be customized to your specific need and budget <br />
Private party facilities
When looking to host a memorable affair, Rat’s Restaurant at Grounds for Sculpture is the ultimate venue for a unique and elegant event. Whether planning a small wedding, intimate cocktail party, or corporate dinner, Rat’s private dining rooms, lounges, and outdoor spaces is just right!

Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture

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About this restaurant

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French Onion Soup

Crème Brulée

Rat's Rotisserie Chicken

Cocktails

Spiced Apricot Martini$15.00

Fig & Thyme Shrub$14.00

Plum Old Fashion$15.00

Apple Cider Sidecar$14.00

Midnight in Manhattan$15.00

Harvest Sangria$14.00

Mango Margarita$15.00

Ruby Margarita$14.00

Beer

Brooklyn Lager$8.00

Ommegang 'Witte'$8.00

Troegs Seasonal IPA$9.00

Rotating Local Hazy IPA$9.00

Seasonal Selection$8.00

Stella Artois$7.00

Stone IPA$8.00

Sam Adams Boston Lager$8.00

Corona Extra$7.00

Bud Light$6.00

Guinness$9.00

River Horse 'Trippel Horse'$9.00

Downeast Ciders$7.00

Local Craft Feature$9.00

Athletic Non-Alcoholic$8.00

Mocktails

Hot Apple Cider$6.00

Rosemary Limeade$8.00

Cherry 'Margarita'$9.00

Pomegranate Citrus Punch$8.00

Wine

Cava Brut, Segura Viudas$13.00

Riesling Sekt Brut, Markus$14.00

Cremant de Bourgogne, Albert Bichot$16.00

Rosé, Cremant de Bourgogne, Doudet-Naudin$17.00

Champagne, Rare, Pieper Heidsieck$65.00

Rosé, Domaine de la Sangliere, Juliette$13.00

Rosé of Pinot Noir, Argyle$15.00

Viogner, K Vintners, Art Den Hoed Vineyard$14.00

Grenache Blanc, Ridge Vineyards$18.00

Riesling, Eroica$14.00

Pinot Bianco, Cantina Terlano$15.00

Sancerre, JM Crochet$18.00

Pinot Grigio, Kris$13.00

Chardonnay, Trefethen 'Eschol'$15.00

Chardonnay, Francois Labet$19.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Yealands$15.00

Grenache, Elizabeth Spencer$15.00

Cabernet Franc, Owen Roe 'Mystica'$19.00

Syrah, Alian Voge$17.00

Merlot, Seven Moons$13.00

Pinot Noir, Lemelson 'Thea's Selection'$18.00

Pinot Noir, Gehricke$17.00

Malbec, Tamari Reserva$13.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Cain 'Cain Cuvee NV13'$20.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Knotty Vines$13.00

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