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Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture, Hamilton, NJ

Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture

4.1 (8737)
$31 to $50
Contemporary French
16 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, NJ 08619

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 71 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
  • 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!
  • 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

What 8,737 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

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.6Value

NoiseModerate

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.
8,737 Reviews
  1. Nellie

    Unspecified2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 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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  2. Connie

    Philadelphia County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 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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  3. Peter

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The view from outdoor tables is over the enormous koi pond. The oversized koi are both beautiful and entertaining to watch. The sculptures are both beautiful and amazing to behold. We especially loved the painters with their easels and oils. So lifelike. Oh yeah, and the food was delicious and beautifully prepared. We will def be returning to try different dishes.

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  4. LuAnn VIP

    Jackson Hole / Wyoming30 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a very quiet, relaxing dining experience. Our server, Marissa, was very good....welcoming and professional. The Quinoa Salad and the Panna Cotta deserve mention. It's a great place for a special occasion dinner. The ambiance is perfect.

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  5. Lora VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We have eaten here before and thought it was excellent so brought friends and we were embarrassed this time. The clams and linguine portions were tiny, the cheese platter also and wasn’t served with a cheese knife. We had asked to be seated earlier and were told there were no available tables, there were empty tables for the entire time. The request for salt and cheese took about half the meal. Very disappointed and will not be returning!

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  6. Sylvia VIP

    Philadelphia County85 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The setting on the magnifient Grounds for Sculpture is superb. The seating includes Indooor & outdoor plus a bar. The menu is somewhat limited but quality is excellent. The onion soup and turkey croissant sandwich were nicely prepared. We shared a slice of key lime pie. The cocktail, wine & beer selections are also done well.

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  7. William VIP

    Philadelphia County269 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The setting is amazing especially if u sit outside and watch the ducks and the fish. Lunch was very good- we really liked the onion soup. The menu is limited but we enjoyed what we had. We toured the Grounds for Sculpture after lunch- it was a terrific experience. Highly recommend this.

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  8. Josh

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Ben was very attentive and gave us some great recommendations from the menu. Very comfortable atmosphere and the view of the water was great.

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  9. Suzette

    New Jersey1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the atmosphere and friendly service. The food was awesome. Definitely will come back again. Thank you.

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  10. Alison VIP

    Philadelphia County24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our first anniversary at Rat’s. We got married at Grounds for Sculpture and Rat’s hosted our wedding reception. I cannot give high enough praise for the wonderful staff! The food is always exceptional and the staff go above and beyond to make our experience memorable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 71 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
  • Phone number
  • 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!
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