PJ&#x27;s Pancake House

Best Soufflé Pancakes ever!…read more Now that I've actually been to Japan I can honestly say I crave these pancakes more than the ones I had overseas! These pancakes are more fluffier and eggier (I think that's a legit word, LOL), and super rich! If you don't like eggs, don't visit because there is a lot of eggy flavor. I've tried the two dominant flavors, Matcha and Strawberry, and I can't tell which one I like better. The light cream topping is better than any butter or maple syrup I've ever had. There is usually one more flavor that they change from time to time as well which I've heard is great. Going on the weekday avoids the wait. The abnormal hours of operation don't make it easy to visit but if you do you'll definitely enjoy. Book the table on Yelp!

There are places that feed you, and there are places that pause time just long enough for you to…read morenotice your own happiness chewing. J S Foodies is the latter, a small and cheerful outpost of Tokyo imagination where breakfast behaves like theater. I arrived with my boys and my father in law, a man celebrating another year of survival in a universe that has not yet figured out how to improve pancakes. The space is small, and the famous Kiseki pancakes take their time, about twenty to thirty minutes, as if they are being persuaded into existence rather than cooked. These Kiseki pancakes are not pancakes in the American sense. They are soufflé style creations, tall and trembling, as if gravity is only a suggestion. They arrive airy and delicate, with a gentle jiggle that suggests optimism. We ordered accordingly. I had the lemon ricotta, which tasted like sunlight had been filtered through dairy. My oldest chose matcha, green, purple and quietly sophisticated and complex. My youngest went with the original maple, a classic executed so well it made the classics feel new again. All were excellent, the sort of food that makes conversation pause because mouths are busy being grateful. My father in law ordered what I personally considered a cautious breakfast. Regular pancakes with eggs and bacon. A meal that could have been assembled in any roadside diner between here and forever. Yet even this was handled with care. The eggs were perfect, the bacon honest, the pancakes dignified. No irony, no shortcuts. Yes, the prices are a little steep. But this is not a place for routine nourishment. This is a place for occasions, for birthdays, for reminding yourself that breakfast can aspire to something like art. Five stars, because sometimes the world surprises you by getting something exactly right.

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Chocolate & Banana Soufflé Pancakes

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Chocolate & Banana Soufflé Pancakes

PJ's Pancake House - Princeton

3.1(625 reviews)

PJs is a Princeton institution and a must visit if you crave pancakes…read more I had the banana & pecan pancakes and they were outrageously good. Side of eggs over easy were perfect. Wife had an eggs Benny and it was really run of the mill. Wouldn't recommend. Son had a skillet that was plentiful and enjoyed it. Why they didn't just have the pancakes is beyond me. Prices are ok and service was excellent. If you come to PJs get the pancakes.

This place is a classic. I've been going here since my college days and it's just as good…read more I got the banana, foster pancakes, worth every bite, we share a side of bacon, which was generous, and my mom got the pancakes with Nutella and strawberries. The pancakes and bacon were delicious, we could not even finish a short stack! If you're going to the location in downtown Princeton, it is a small smaller space so just be prepared that I can get a little noisy. The food and service was fantastic. Always a place you can count on.

05.22.2023

Strawberry & Banana Pancakes - 2 Pancakes

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Delizioso Bakery and Kitchen

4.3(82 reviews)

3.7 mi

Veggie sandwich was flavorless - no condiments or spread on the bread - just plain bread stuffed…read morewith zucchini and cheese. Side of fries was also nothing special . We just tasted it and skipped the rest . Open face Mediterranean sandwich was a tad better. Bread was well toasted and veggie filling n balsamic added some flavor n texture . The side chickpea salad was not bad . Seemed to have good walk in traffic but everybody had some delays or some kind of issue with the food . Maybe it was a bad day for the staff . Ambience was bright and nice with additional outdoor seating . Service was slow and not very hygienic. When we shared feedback about the missing veggies in the veggie sandwich , the hostess was understanding and apologized. Offered a complimentary dessert which we refused as I did not find the baked good appetizing ( given the flies that we noticed ) There is street parking and few spots at the back of the building Overall not a place I would return. We left the place a bit hungry .

Such a cute, low-key neighborhood cafe. Everything made to order. Plenty of tempting pastries…read more Omelettes were interesting and delicious. A big menu for a little place and the staff was friendly and helpful. My omelette had fresh mozzarella made in-house, spinach and broccoli rabe. My partner had an egg and cheese on a Kaiser roll.

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Turning Point

3.5(553 reviews)

3.5 mi

Friendly staff, good food, simple menu! First time there and will return. We enjoyed from the…read morecoffee bar a coconut cream cold brew and the brunette iced coffee. Lunch was a sub salad and eggs Benedict over cornbread with chorizo sausage and spices. Food was yummy.

Service and ambiance were on point, but unfortunately food was a bit off. I got the big easy…read morebenedict and the cornbread and chorizo flavors were there, but the eggs were pretty undercooked, which led to a stomach ache later. One of the eggs oozed uncooked egg whites, which you can kinda of see in the picture, but translucent whites were very apparent upon first cut. Potatoes were very salty, likely from heavily salted water. My partner had the cinnamon swirl pancakes and only ate one of three because it was dry and dense. On the flip side, my in laws enjoyed their french toast and waffle. Overall food was very hit or miss, okay for some, but wouldn't go out of my way to brunch here.

Hot chcolate

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Berry pancakes

Jammin' Crepes

4.1(515 reviews)

Gotta love downtown Princeton! Got the "Everything's Better with Bacon and Jam" and it was great -…read moresavory sweet combos are always so delish, and paired with a seasonal jam. So fun! Just wish there was a bit more bacon to up the salty side of things. Seating is cute, good amount of space. Free water when you sit down which is nice. It's fast casual, so you order at the counter and then sit down! Love that they sell (some) of their jams to bring home, if they sold their caramelized onion jam I would've bought it but they didn't have it!!

Always love Jammin Crepes!…read more They have a wide menu of both sweet and savory. It's always packed with people so definitely get there early to grab a table. The service is quite fast. I wish there was more seating. It's nice in the summer when they have tables outside. Definitely recommend the health nut crepe with peanut butter granola and banana.

Nutella and strawberry

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The Nassau Diner

3.5(85 reviews)

Had a great breakfast here. Lots of bang for the buck... portion sizes were very large. I would say…read morethe dishes we ordered were prepared the competently and tasted good. The seating was plentiful and comfortable when we were there on a weekday morning. I was surprised it was not more busy. They've got a large menu with lots of options and make fresh juices and various coffee creations. I would definitely go back when in town again.

Had a late lunch at the Nassau Diner yesterday, and it was delicious!…read moreWith diners rapidly disappearing, the Nassau Diner manages to keep the best parts of a "diner" without the drawbacks. Bright, clean, welcoming, the atmosphere is great. The desserts tempt you as you enter, and we were warmly welcomed. The menu is varied, with something for everyone, without the overwhelming menu you might get in an old school diner. Breakfast always available! Prices are not too bad, you ARE on Nassau Street in Princeton, after all. I had Vegetarian Eggs Benedict. It was delicious. I have never had a more perfectly cooked egg. The food was all so fresh, and beautifully presented. I hope to become a regular.

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Banana walnut pancakes

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Agricola Eatery

3.9(1.4k reviews)

•$$$

Good food , lively vibrant ambience, and good company makes for a great evening . The service was…read moregood except they missed the occasion we were celebrating and didn't care to bring out a candle with the dessert we ordered . As we were leaving I reconfirmed it with the person at the host's desk ( seemed to be the manager) , who apologized and said maybe our waiter missed it . But it was a noticeable miss that cannot be overlooked, as that was the purpose of our dinner here. End of the meal, our family's spirits fell flat, but we still sang and celebrated sans the petty candle. Now on to the food and drinks... Mocktails were delicious, colorful, and eye-catching . We tried all 3 on the menu and loved it. Appetizers galore filled our table ... Bang Bang cauliflower had a medley of sweet & sour flavors. Hummus pita board - Warm grilled pita was a table favorite with the small portion of hummus and fresh crisp veggies. Harvest salad - crisp lettuce, feta cheese, walnuts, poached and fresh sliced pear, cucumbers, and watermelon radish with rose vinaigrette made this extra special. Crispy calamari - great pairing with pickled veggies and arugula basil aioli. We ordered an assortment of entrees with all seafood choices . Salmon with risotto , Halibut & Branzino cooked to perfection served with flavorful sides. For dessert, it was the warm brownie with vanilla ice cream and peanut butter cup . The brownie was soft and not too sweet, slightly warm and it vanished in a few seconds. Peanut butter cup was a dense donut texture with candied peanuts We hoped that at least one of the desserts would be served with a candle as we were celebrating a birthday but they missed it and didn't care enough despite letting them know when marking the reservation. I loved everything about the experience at Agricola, but their lack of attention to detail stuck out like a sore thumb , as the poor communication between their front desk and wait staff dampens the guests' experience , making it a not-so-great finish .

Another fine meal at Agricola. The Calamari was light and flavorful without being overwhelmed by…read morethe breading. My Salmon was superb along with service that was right on time. In contrast to their far more expansive location in Morristown, the Princeton location is noticeably more "intimate" with Manhattan inspired table crowding. Not enough to detract from a wonderful meal but certainly worth noting. Five stars all day long. PS... no credit card surcharge. A surprise that certainly puts a smile on my face.

Beautiful ambiance. Great vibe.

Roasted Local Mushroom Medley

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Santa's Sleigh (w/nonalcoholic rum) & Spicy Holiday

Mistral

3.9(771 reviews)

3.4 mi

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.

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.

Crispy Salmon Bites ($12) - togarashi, nori, tayaki sauce. Sauce was surprisingly sweet. It's mostly rice.

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Crispy Salmon Bites ($12) - togarashi, nori, tayaki sauce. Sauce was surprisingly sweet. It's mostly rice.

Bluestone Lane Princeton Cafe

A sanctuary for the suburban matriarchy, where MLM queens and yoga-pants-wearing warriors gather to…read morediscuss their children's gluten sensitivities while sipping $10 "mindfulness in a cup" matcha lattes that change color based on your chakra alignment. The avocado toast here doesn't just come with a side of pretension, it comes with a full dissertation on the spiritual journey of the avocado from tree to plate, and here's where this bougie fever dream takes a turn into the Twilight Zone: I ordered a latte and it came with a complimentary spritz bottle of hair spray. Not as a mistake. Not as a prank. As if the barista thought, "You know what this oat milk cortado needs? A little Aqua Net for volume." I'm talking actual aerosol hair product, like they confused the espresso machine with a salon chair.The truly maddening part? The hair spray latte was genuinely delicious. It was like discovering your car runs better on maple syrup. So naturally, I returned, desperate to recreate this bizarre caffeinated styling experience, only to receive lattes so aggressively sweet they could put a hummingbird in a diabetic coma and tragically, hair spray-free. Apparently, achieving the perfect balance of espresso and Aussie Scrunch Spray is an art form that cannot be replicated. I'm now stuck in this kafkaesque loop, forever chasing the dragon of that one perfect chemically-enhanced coffee, while surrounded by women named Brynleigh discussing their juice cleanses.

The Australian coffee and brunch place next to Paris baquette at Nassau park. The cafe was clean…read moreand modern. But there were only one employee in front who prepared coffee and let customers to be seated. A cup of americano ordered to go took a while to come out. Also, the coffee was very bitter.

Lots indoor seating

BL Burrito - no wrap

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Local Greek

4.2(401 reviews)

3.8 mi

If you are wondering about authentic Greek experience, hands down this is the place…read more Every dish carries traditional flavors that will take you back . The ambiance and service are spot on ! Can't wait to come back .

Local Greek in Princeton was the perfect place to celebrate my dad's birthday. They have a small…read moreadjacent parking lot. We sat at a table outside and the patio ambiance during the sunset was beautiful. The service was warm and pleasant. BYOB was a plus. The eclectic Greek spreads including tzatziki, spicy feta, eggplant, and hummus came with pillowy soft pita bread. The shrimp kataifi was a showstopper of an appetizer with large succulent shrimp coated in shredded filo for a crunchy bite. We ordered the mixed grill platter for two which was massive and more than enough for the four of us to share. It included sizzling chicken and lamb gyro, chicken souvlaki, Greek fries with feta cheese, and zucchini, peppers, and tomatoes fresh off the grill. We finished the meal with the galaktoboureko, a filo covered semolina custard topped with Greek honey. It was crunchy, warm, and not too sweet. This place was a hidden gem with unique homemade Greek dishes that are hard to find in most places.