Mexican Village
Leigh st., a small restaurant in the poorer district of princeton. this restaurant serves excellent mexican cuisine at low prices. each dinner begins with nachos and an excellent salsa, in lieu of bread.
Blue Point Grill
Excellent seafood arguably the best in princeton, but served with a meager selection of side dishes. on nassau street between hoagie haven and tiger noodles. very popular in the evenings. offers outside dining experience.
Camillo's Café
Located in the princeton shopping center, 301n harrison st., 609 252 0608. italian restaurant. very pricey.
Olives
Catering for all occasions, Olives is a wonderful deli style shop consisting of fresh, homemade deli foods, salads, sandwiches and pastries. Quick foods for on-the-go ranging from 5-15 dollars, Olives provides affordable yet exquisite food.
Conte's Pizza
339 witherspoon street, 609-921-8041. often said to be princeton's finest pizzeria. others find the pizza to be dry and dull, but if you're looking for pizza and a beer this is the place. one of the few with a liquor license.
Ferry House
One of princeton's finest restaurants; relatively expensive. on witherspoon street.
George's Roasters
Nassau st., a deli that serves hot sandwiches. owned by the guys who own "hoagie haven".
Zorba's Brother
Inexpensive greek diner on nassau street close to palmer square.
Hoagie Haven
Nassau st., a deli in downtown princeton serving cheap, tasty hot and cold subs. very economical; offers a unique taste for the same price as subways, mcdonalds, or other fast food restaurants. a princeton staple, and well-known to nearly anyone living in the central jersey region.
Ianoâs Rosticceria
86 nassau street, 609 924 5515. a pizzeria in downtown princeton.
Ivy Garden
238 nassau st., 609 921 2388. good chinese food.
Palace of India
formerly kalluri corner, 235a nassau street right next to thai village. one of princeton's most popular - and worst - indian restaurants.
La Mezzaluna
25 witherspoon street, italian cuisine.
Main Street Bistro and Bar
Princeton shopping center, 301 n. harrison st., 609-921-2779 (http://www.mainstreetprin...) named one of america's "great great neighborhood restaurants" by bon apetit magazine, this restaurant features a relaxed atmosphere. in addition to the eclectic entre selection, main street features desserts, beer and wine.
Masala Grille
One of princeton's most popular indian restaurants; good food at affordable prices. 15 chambers street.
Massimo's Café
124 nassau street, 609 924 0777. a pizzeria in downtown princeton.
Mediterra
Great atmosphere, inconsistent food, inattentive service. hulfish street.
Mehek
On nassau street. widely considered princeton's best and most authentic indian food. moderately priced. right after the nassau street washington intersect.
Bon Appetit
Located in the princeton shopping center, 301n harrison st., 609 924 7755. european-style market and cafã© established in 1967.
Old World Pizza
Nassau st., a brick-oven style pizzeria. located right next to hoagie haven. authentic pizza experience
Panera Bread
Located on nassau st. near the main gate of the university. wifi, outdoor tables, general panera bread feel.
Pizza Star
Located in the princeton shopping center, 301 n harrison st., 609 921 7422. best ny style pizza in town.
PJ's Pancake House
154 nassau st., 609-924-1353, (http://www.pancakes.com), su-th 7am-10pm, f-sa 7am-midnight. expect long lines out the door for this small restaurant if coming for a weekend brunch. also loved by the locals for sentimental reasons, if not for the food.
Red Onion
20 nassau st., 609 924-6667. fantastic sandwiches.
Small World Coffee
14 witherspoon st., 609-924-4377 & 254 nassau st., 609-921-8011 (http://www.smallworldcoff...) a coffee shop that is buzzing most mornings with large crowds coming to get their caffeine fix. the nassau street location features slow brew by-the-cup, made to order coffe using a melitta-style cone. the witherspoon street location has live music most saturdays and displays work by local artists.
Taste of Mexico
Located in the princeton shopping center, 310 north harrison street, 609-252-1575. second location on nassau st behind naked pizza
Thai Village
The only thai restaurant in princeton. 235 nassau street right next to kalluri corner.
The Bent Spoon
35 palmer square west, 609-924-bent, (http://www.thebentspoon.net) located next to the "lion statue". features artisan ice-cream with a gelato-like texture and european-style hot chocolate. ice cream and sorbet flavors range from dark chocolate habenero to olive oil or avacado. a little bit expensive though.
Thomas Sweet
179 nassau st., 609 683-8720, (http://www.thomassweet.com), su-th 11am-11pm, f-sa 11am-midnight. ice cream and chocolates. one of the most popular menu items is a blend-in, your choice of ice cream mixed with candies, fruit, or nuts. they also offer a number of low-fat and fat-free flavors.
Tico's Eatery & Juice Bar
33 witherspoon street. offers good sandwiches, wraps, paninis, salads, and quesadillas.
Tiger Noodles
Inexpensive and popular chinese restaurant on 260 nassau street. accept only cash and checks, near hoagie haven and old world pizza.
Tomo sushi
Wonderful japanese cuisine express on 236 nassau st 609 924-8897.
Witherspoon Grill
On witherspooon street, next to the public library. a popular restaurant, serves great steaks. dine outside experience. very expensive.
Fruity Yogurt
This brand new, adorable yogurt shop is located right in the heart of downtown Princeton. Fruity Yogurt has a variety of different flavors of yogurt which you prepare for yourself and even add on your own toppings! They also sell Bubble Tea.
Twist â Yogurt Without Limits
This popular self-serve frozen yogurt lounge in the heart of Princeton is a favorite of college students, locals, and visitors alike. They have a wide selection of delicious live & active culture frozen yogurt with an incredible array of fresh toppings some healthy, some just fun in a homey, comfortable atmosphere. Create your own snack or dessert, then kick back and relax for a while... they have games, books, TV, free wi-fi and super comfy seating areas.
Halo Pub/Halo Fete
9 hulfish street, 609.921.1710, halo pub is an ice cream shop designed to look like an old-fashioned pub and specializing in locally made ice cream using milk from nearby halo farm. soft serve is known as "draught ice cream" and hard ice cream is reffered to as "ye olde hard stuff". the hard ice cream flavors are divided into categories including: "the simple but elegant," "the liquors and liqueurs," "the heath bars," and even the "we'll never make," tutti frutti and bubble gum. halo pub also has an excellent coffee selection, including the most-reasonably priced espresso drinks in town. halo fete, halo pub's next-door neighbor, serves gourmet ice cream cakes and pastries.
Chuck's Cafe
Near nassau and witherspoon. offers casual quick meals. tremendous chicken wings; locally revered for its wings