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: 4.2

4.2 (8644)

$31 to $50

Contemporary French

16 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, NJ 08619

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2 people

May 4, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 66 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Great for outdoor dining
Great for scenic views

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

Experiences

Mother's Day
May 11, 2025 only
Celebrate mothers with us at Rat's. We will having a wonderful buffet in our one of a kind kitchen. Bring your favorite mom, mom to be, or just your mom friend to celebrate them being a mom in your life.

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 8,644 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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4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4Food
4.2Service
4.6Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Mercer
Great for brunch
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Great for outdoor dining
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Romantic
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Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rat's Restaurant at Grounds for Sculpture offers a "beautiful setting" with "great food" and "excellent service." While some diners find it "overpriced" and note a "limited menu," others rave about the "delicious French onion soup" and "phenomenal" ambiance. It's a place where "everything was wonderful," though some experiences may vary.

8,644 Reviews

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Jane
Philadelphia1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a lovely, leisurely lunch. Good and service couldn’t have been better!
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lainey VIP
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were extremely late to our res and they were SO understanding. Food and atmosphere is always amazing. My fav pace
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James
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely beautiful environment and wonderful food!
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Suzanne VIP
New York City37 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful, thoughtful service and delicious food.
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Joan
Philadelphia3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From our Host - David to our server Peter - everything was above and beyond what I had hoped for today for our birthday lunch celebration @ Rats. Our service was impeccable and all the staff was friendly and very attentive to our dining needs. The food was outstanding! Very delicious. The atmosphere was lovely - the doors were open to the garden seating area allowing for light and air to flow to us and the sounds of nature as well. I highly recommend this restaurant. It was a great pleasure to dine here.
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Lisa
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We dined outdoors but the indoor dining room had a lot of ambiance as well. Although not a lot of lunch options on their lunch menu it was mire than sufficient and we had a delicious meal and excellent service. I highly recommend and will be back as well.
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Kimberly VIP
Philadelphia70 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My friend and I loved the ambience of Rats. The drinks and food were delicious. Our sever, Ben, was very friendly and attentive.
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Allen
New York City3 reviews
2.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent. The food was not good. Broccoli appetizer was under cooked. The squash entree was over baked and dry. Short ribs were excellent. Server did not charge for the broccoli appetizer.
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Richard
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A perfect, gorgeous day in a perfect place with great food and friends. What’s not to love? In all these years it has never disappointed. Afterwards a perfect tour of GFS.
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Mary Jo
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place to enjoy a meal - friendly service, beautiful ambience, delicious food.
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FAQs

Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture is rated 4.2 stars by 8644 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

May 4, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 66 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Mother's Day

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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