Richardson Auditorium is a total hidden gem on the Princeton University Campus. The amazing…read morearchitecture, high ceilings, carvings and art that adorns building are just amazing. The venue seats 891 people. I recently saw Sō Percussion JACK Quartet, a free performance offered by the University. This group was performing the following week at Carnegie Hall and I was fortunate to see some of the new material they would be playing at Carnegie. The acoustics and sound are wonderful. A wide variety of events, concerts, lectures and musical artists perform here throughout the year. Upon occasion, there may be a dance or theatrical production.

Beautiful performance space in Princeton University! I attended a concert here last weekend. I…read moredrove into town and found street parking nearby, then walked through campus to get to Richardson Hall. Great, clear acoustics inside the space. I was there for an orchestral music concert, SCORES, which is this annual collaboration between NJSO and the Cone Institute in Princeton. I hope to attend next year, as well as have other opportunities to see programming housed in this gorgeous space. Very nice!

Two Haiku Review:…read more Went to the downstairs Area to catch up with Friends over dinner. Great vibe and service! Pretty good chicken sandwich. Would come back again.

Cool concept with the more formal room upstairs and sports bar downstairs. The downstairs felt like…read morea speakeasy. They both have the same kitchen and menu. The food was good but the service was off the day I went. They messed up a few of our items and the burgers were not cooked to the wellness we asked. The fries were hot and crispy! The wing sauce had good flavor but I needed more of it! The broccolini side dish was surprisingly delicious. To finish the meal, we got a dessert to share and everybody enjoyed it. I'd definitely come back and give this place another shot.

Came here after seeing a play at McCarter Theatre Center, which is conveniently right across the…read morestreet. Vibes: classic tavern Tables: linen-covered Service: fast and friendly Food: great I ordered the shrimp tempura roll and the French onion dumplings. Both were delicious and I'd gladly order them again.

If you're looking for a place located right on the campus of Princeton University then you should…read moretry Dinky's Bar and Kitchen. They have a wide range of wonderful Signature Cocktails using seasonal ingredients,,Mock Cocktails, Curated Wine list by the Glass or Bottle and Craft Beers on Tap and in Bottles. Dinky's Bar is located in the historic 1918 train station, featuring train station-themed, signature cocktails and locomotive themes to pay homage to the building's heritage. Dinky's has a Happy Hour: it's from 3 PM to 5 PM (Sunday - Thursday) and "Happier Hours" from 10 PM to close... Dinky's offers a Seasonal Menu of Small Plates, Burgers, Flatbreads, Limited Sushi, Pizza, Soup, and more. Everything is locally sourced. The also serve a limited Brunch. The vibe is fun and fits right in with the area.. It's located right on Princeton University and is walking distance to The Art Museum. This quaint restaurant has an outdoor patio with seating, and some tables and high tops inside with a full bar. and their menu is simple and delicious. Dinky's doesn't take reservations. They only accept walk-ins. We had a fun server named Conner. He made great suggestions, especially for cocktails and food choices. We both started with their Pear Paloma-tequila, pear, cardamom, lime, grapefruit soda. It was refreshing and good. It was the perfect drink to try. We were looking to get a quick bite just to tie us over. This place came recommended by a close friend. We ordered a few appetizers. Spicy Tuna Roll- tuna, spicy mayo, masago, scallion, sambal, eel sauce, sesame seeds add avocado + $1, add pickled mango + $1 I chose the mango for a twist. It was fresh and delicious. We also ordered a California Roll- kani, cucumber, avocado, nori, sushi rice, sesame seeds. You can add pickled mango + $1 or avocado for + $1. We added the mango for a twist. It was very good. Next time I come I want to try their Buttermilk Fried Chicken Bao Buns-sriracha slaw, house made pickled cucumber, micro cilantro, asian glaze. It looked so good. There was a couple sharing our high top and they ordered several orders of these and they told us it's a must try. I would've ordered more food, but we were going to another place and I didn't want to fill up. The staff is very nice here all very friendly and welcoming. There's no children's menu. This place is a bit small so I don't recommend it for young children and it would be difficult for handicapped unless you're able to get a table outside. We will definitely be back.

Always has great food and waiters are always sweet!! Overall absolutely amazing and I recommend…read morecoming!

Alchemist and Barrister is a very popular spot in Princeton. I finally came and was not…read moredisappointed. Our waitress Victoria recommended the Short Rib Birria tacos. They were very flavorful and delicious. My friend got the Gnocchi which I felt had a very fresh sauce. Service was great and our Waitress was very attentive to us. They had live music inside and outdoor seating. We were seated outside very quickly despite it being a busy Friday night. Can't wait to come back!

Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol returned to the McCarter after a three year Covid hiatus to prove…read moreonce again that this 19th century rebuke of Industrial Age ruthlessness and eventual redemption can still surprise and enlighten. In the current interpretation, directed by Lauren Keating, casting for many of the main characters has been made more inclusive and in several roles, "re-gendered" as female - including Mr. Scrooge himself (Dee Pelletier.) As a result, the sharp elbows and volatility of a classic George C. Scott or Albert Finney Scrooge seemed far more muted, especially as the staging was less lavish than in previous productions. And I don't know if the urban contemporary dance number at the end and the "updating" of several key scenes (Tiny Tim becomes a veterinarian??) was entirely necessary but It just goes to show that live theater is always intriguing and that a story you think you know by rote can still surprise. Not since Rod Serling's Carol For Another Christmas turned this venerable chestnut into an anti-war sermon has a version demanded full audience attention. Five stars for challenging my expectations. The McCarter remains a treasure.

Went to see The Woman in Black . I am a huge fan of the novel and have seen the movie. The movie…read morewas not that good. This version has as we might put it , issues. There is a narrative frame- device- that I found rather irritating. The protagonist is an old man who hires an actor to tell the story. This is over done and should be cut down. The first act is rather dull. It does come alive in the second act and redeems itself.Hence I wound up enjoying the play. If I were directing and I could take liberties , I 'd try to bring it more in line with the book. If it isn't scary it isn't anything. Too much dithering in the first part of the play.The actors , in challenging roles, did yeoman work. On the theater itself, the seats are very uncomfortable. It has a nice bar. You can park for free at nearby garage.

I was fortunate to be able to go when they were offering a cream tea which I can highly recommend…read more It was quite wonderful. The tour was interesting and ok but with limited things to see. There was information about some Stockton family members who lived there but would have liked to have more broad information. The house is quite beautiful and the garden is very nice. I did enjoy the visit but the cream tea was really the best.

This was a neat little house/museum that I hadn't heard of but was just randomly looking up things…read moreto do in the area and found it. It's right next to Princeton's campus and the Battle of Trenton Memorial. My husband is a big fan of all the Signers of the Declaration, and unlike a more restored house about the people who owned the house, it focuses on the Stockton family who lived here and the American Revolution and a special exhibit. We were actually here for a few hours since there's a lot of signs to read and a lot of Richard Stocktons who lived in the house, followed by some governors. When I went, there was also a really interesting exhibit on Ma Bell and the history of telecommunications upstairs. This was a great historical site, a cheap price, and a nice space. Would love to come back when the garden is in bloom, and I will look out for future exhibitions as they rotate in.

We came here on a Sunday morning and there was only one other party seated, so it was pretty quiet…read more That may have been due to it being MLK weekend, with many people out of town for the long weekend. I ordered the Grilled Chicken Wrap, which was excellent, packed with chicken and very filling. I ended up taking half home because it was both generous and delicious. The side salad was also surprisingly good. We ended up returning later for happy hour, which takes place in the room to the right of the hostess stand. I highly recommend stopping by for drinks and bites if you're in the mood for classic cocktails and solid food. Happy hour is first come, first served and limited to the bar only (around 15 seats total). We arrived right when it started, and when we left about 40 minutes later, the bar was about half full. I'd definitely come back to try their dinner or to enjoy their happy hour again.

Wow just wow. Had a…read morebusiness meeting here. I don't even know how to communicate how delicious it was. We got some starters. West Coast Oysters - filled with lime and pickled cucumbers. Tuna Sashimi - spicy fish over green melon. Such a great combination. Who thought of this?!? Crispy Salmon Bites - my second favorite thing tonight. I got the scallops over peas with bacon as my main meal and man was it amazing. Best scallops I've ever had. I am trying to decide if I want to leave my current spot and work for him. Taking me here was a major step in the right direction. He said we could meet here monthly since it is halfway between us. Uhhhh I guess I should say yes!!

First visit to Princeton and took a chance on Witherspoon Grill. Very nice restaurant and bar which…read moreappears to be a local favorite. The place was packed on a Sunday and everyone was enjoying cocktails and food. We sat in the bar area and were served quickly. I went with the Braised Short Rib over backed Mac and Cheese. Absolutely delicious. My wife ordered Salmon and was very pleased. Prices are on the high side, but fitting the level of service and atmosphere. I give it two thumbs up.

When we are in the area this is our go to date night spot. We typically order the same thing but…read morelast night my bf switched from the ribeye to the strip steak. We are bar people so we sit there if it's just the 2 of us. Jackie the bartender is absolutely amazing! She makes a delicious dirty martini (and all drinks) Over the winter I did dry January and she made me a fun mocktail which was very nice of her! The filet is perfectly tender and the bernaise sauce is the best I've had out. Has a nice lemon tone, which I love the brightness of the acidity. The fries are like McDonald's but a step up, and creamed spinach is also a favorite. It is heavier on the cream and cheese side which we enjoy! This time around we did not get dessert but the Witherspoon Sundae is a MUST I also love the oyster sampler app which is nice to try different varieties!

Amazing livestream concert by Buskaid. From the strings to talented singers and pianists, this was…read morereally a fabulous opportunity to watch and support amazing artists. Thanks to New Jersey CM Katarina for introducing and offering this special experience over Memorial Day weekend. Tickets are still available through Sunday night.

The Princeton Festival was a lot of fun! Seats were comfortable and blankets were supplied in…read morecase it got chilly.

Cafeteria has to be one of the BEST places to go. The food is excellent with many options. I wish I…read moreknew the servers by name because every single one is STELLAR. The crème of resistance is the DAY MANAGER NICHOLAS GINNETTO! He makes you feel as if you're home! He deserves 5 stars! Professional, caring. Please Go You will probably find me in the bathroom Shazaming their GREAT music Nicholas!

My friends and I popped in for a quick lunch in between rehearsals and were seated immediately. The…read morerestaurant has a spacious layout with plenty of seating and a modern diner vibe that I really enjoyed. The menu offers a wide variety of options, and I went with the steak tacos. While the meat was tender, I felt the steak could have used a bit more flavor. The service was excellent--our food arrived quickly, and our server was very attentive. I'd definitely come back to try something else!