Triumph brewery is unique if nothing else with a beautiful dining area upstairs in the refurbished…read morepost office and a dark sports bar downstairs.  We ate at the elegant upstairs restaurant.    Wife had a perfectly cooked Filet Mignon at $47.   I had the Seared Cod $36 and son went with the pesto Fusilli Calabresi $25. All of the dishes were excellent.  Also had a side of Fioretto Cauliflower $12 that was creative though not too plentiful.  Really appreciated that they list the farms where they source their ingredients.  The beers were superb, Hazy IPA, Bohemian Pilsner and Keller Pils.  The sports bar has a different menu with more of the types of dishes you'd expect at a brew pub. It is however dark and less inviting. In part that's the rub here. As much as we appreciated the quality of the food and gorgeous setting the fact that it is part of a brewery becomes somewhat irrelevant. We had beer because we were there but the dishes begged for wine. I'd have preferred a beautiful beer hall rather than the full fine dining experience. Just a bit too upscale for a brewery. Service was friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. .

Stopped in with some colleagues one afternoon, and it's a really fun spot. I realized when I…read morewalked in that I'd been there previously for a bachelor party, I think, and at that time I think we were on the top floor for a dinner which I recall being pretty great. This time, we were there to just hang out at the bar, so we went down to the basement, which is really nicely decorated! I opted for one of their brews, I think a dark lager, which tasted pretty good, though I didn't end up finishing it. I got to chat a bit with one of the bartenders, who was really cool and helped me out a bunch with some much needed water! I think his name was Herman. Pretty chill spot in my opinion, would come back for another outing with friends or colleagues.

On a beautiful Sunday in Princeton, the family and I were looking g to have a nice lunch. Some…read moreplaces were booked up but Mistral was able to accommodate us. We were seated at a table below a tree in the bar area, which is very aesthetically pleasing with a natural wood bar and industrial touches. The menu was Sunday brunch however it had many pleasing options from breakfast standards to sandwiches and salads. We all ordered sandwiches and asked for additions or omissions which wasn't a problem at all. All of our choices came with generous portions and were delicious. Our server was efficient but not the friendliest, but he got the job done. Overall, I would return to Mistral if I visit Princeton again and would recommend it to others too.

The evening didn't start off well, it picked up but ended flat…read more First, the hostess. We walked in from the bar entrance and heard a voice over our shoulder. There was a young lady sitting in the corner in the phone telling us that there were no seats if we didn't have a reservation. Not the most polite but whatever. We went back to the bar and got a table. Why are bar tables always so sticky?! Anyhoo, we just missed the Happy Jour menu but it was only a $1-2 discount (except for the burger: $4). Service was pleasant and attentive. The food was overpriced for sitting in a bar. $30 for a bowl of ramen! (I don't know how it tastes but it's $17 across the street.) $22 for a burger and fries! $10 for two little bao with a single shrimp in each! Ok, that's not too bad since Bao is generally overpriced for some reason but I could have gotten more than one shrimp. Unfortunately, the price did not reflect the quality. My friend who got the ramen said it was in the bottom 25% he's ever had. My burger was pretty good but the bun was toasted and brittle and made an unnecessary mess. The fries--personal preference--I don't like skinny fries. As for the bao, the shrimp was too salty. I liked the finishing salt but the flavoring salt was too heavy. Also, it was drizzled with aioli and I couldn't pick it up and eat it like the sandwich it was. Overall, a disappointment. Mediocre food and an elevated price for no reason.

Excellent food and atmosphere! The bar area is superb and the drinks are prepared with care. Highly…read morerecommended.

Came here a few times for brunch with friends. We've tried their meeting house plate, veggie…read moresandwich, burgers, etc. the food was very much mediocre and nothing stood out or left an impression. The service was fine. The interior is chic and elevated which makes it a nice place for dates and friends hangouts but there are similar placed around town with better food options.

Food was excellent. service was not long. And it reminded me of a train station. really a wet the…read morevibe. Good choice for tournaments or just to have food.

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.

Cool spot with some good drinks and food; I went w/ a bunch of colleagues one afternoon for some…read moreappetizers and drinks, and it was a really fun time. The bar is at the one part, and that's where a lot of the drinks are served, but we got a table on the other side and hung out there. Service there was good, and the appetizers we got were tasty as well. I'm not necessarily a big frequenter of bars, but they can be fun hangout spots, so I'd be down if some friends or colleagues wanted to go again.

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!

Food was very good and our waitress Nellie was amazing!! She made our experience very enjoyable!!read more

Stopped in for some drinks and food with colleagues, and I appreciated the divey feel of the space,…read moreas well as the bar food, friendly bar staff, and quick service. We all split a few appetizers, and I don't think I had any alcohol there, but the service was still really good and prompt. There were some others present who looked like regulars, which is always a nice indicator if people are coming regularly such that they're known by the staff. Overall, a nice spot for a low-key gathering, not quite as loud and bright as A&B, so perhaps better if something more low-key is the aim.

PRINCETON: A beloved local dive bar in the heart of downtown, Ivy Inn is known for its cheap…read moredrinks, tasty bar food, and dog-friendly outdoor patio. We especially loved the shaded seating under the big tent that is perfect for staying cool while hanging out with your pup. The vibe is super friendly; we had a blast chatting with regulars and bartender Adam. Just a heads-up: dogs are welcome until sundown, since things get lively here once the party kicks off. It is a great spot to grab a drink, mingle, and unwind. Cash only!

We were in Princeton for a lacrosse game and was looking for a place to grab a drink. From the…read moreoutside it doesn't look like it's even open but we took a tug on the door! Simple basic college town tavern. Adam the bartender is great! It was so good we went back the next day for lunch. Huge sandwiches! Definitely a place to visit. However, know ahead of time they are CASH only! But there is an ATM on the premises.

Located in the historic Nassau Inn, The Yankee Doodle Tap Room has been a mainstay in Princeton's…read morePalmer Square for over half a century. Menus of yesteryear and photos of noticeable Princeton University alumni adorn the walls, creating a unique Ivy League ambiance (5/5) you don't find elsewhere in town. Behind the bar, there is a Norman Rockwell mural (The Yankee Doodle Mural) that adds to the charm of the place. I went with the Caesar salad, Nassau burger, and truffle fries (all 3.5/5). They were all a slight notch above average, but also nothing memorable that jumped out at me to set the food apart from other similar Princeton eateries serving up pub fare. Service (4/5) was warm and friendly. Overall, this was a decent meal, but the unique ambiance is the star of the show here, as it's a place that I'd bring people visiting from out of town to get some college town vibes you'd be hard-pressed to find elsewhere in Princeton. I really enjoyed perusing the alumni photos on the wall, and wouldn't hesitate to recommend the Yankee Doodle Tap Room to others visiting Princeton looking for an eatery with decent atmosphere.

This was not my first visit to the Yankee Doodle Taproom, as I have been previously on other trips…read moreup to Princeton for various events. This time, I was in town for the graduation weekend, and visited the taproom on Memorial Day. The location, concept, and atmosphere of this bar is really cool. It is located on the first floor of the historic Nassau Inn. There is an entire wall of framed pictures of Princeton's notable alumni, which is neat to look through as you are walking in. It is a bar, but there is table seating for smaller or larger groups in addition to the bar seating. All of the times I have visited this place have been in the evening after or during a large event for the university. Specifically this time, I was there the Monday evening before the graduation ceremony took place. There was only one bartender working this evening, and he was fulfilling orders for both the bar and the tables. I came to the bar a few times during the night, and it was backed up each time. I do not understand how there was only one person scheduled, as this was during a very busy weekend for the university. I do not have an expectation to be immediately waited on, but having to wait 20+ minutes each time you want a drink is slightly outrageous. Also, they did not honor who was there first and would simply serve whoever they felt like serving. This is not the first time I have had this bar experience here, either. I know things happen and it could have been a one-off, but being that I have experienced this on multiple visits, I suspect this is how it always is. The staff here is not very friendly, either. In a past visit, we were told we could not have a table unless we were ordering food, when the restaurant was not even full. I have never been wowed or impressed with any kind of service I have received here. I want to like this place for the character and charm, but the service is severely lacking. If you are going to stop, I would do so during the day to avoid long, unnecessary waiting.