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.

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.

I visited this location while traveling in New Jersey. We do not have this restaurant in Western…read morePennsylvania. But I have eaten at this chain while traveling in New Jersey several other times. I receive coupons in the email, and just happened to have a five dollar off coupon that expired in a few days, that arrived in my email shortly before my travel occurred, which is why I chose to visit this location. I came on a busy Saturday at about 11:45 and because I was by myself I was able to get the last seat at the counter, otherwise the wait was 35 minutes or more for groups of two or more people. I ordered the kale juice which was kale, apple, lemon & was yummy. I ordered the summer special lobster avocado toast with 2 eggs over easy. The servers & all staff were very busy but pleasant. My meal was good, no complaints & they did have 2 nice chunks of real lobster meat on the thick whole grain toast. The only problem came when I went to use my coupon, they asked for my phone number which I gave them. And then they told me I was not in the system. Then they asked me if I could login on the app in which I told them I didn't know if I had the app because I don't have this restaurant locally and I only eat here maybe once a year but clearly the coupon had come to me in my email, and was due to expire on July 31 and this was July 25. Even though it was only five dollars it was the principle of I would've eaten somewhere else if I could not use this coupon. So although they were busy, I could tell that they were kind of annoyed that they had to go in the back and asked the manager and then there was some big production of having to enter my email and phone number into the app. This all seemed rather ridiculous considering most places if you have a coupon and it doesn't work and it's legitimate they can just take five dollars off your bill at the register not sure why that was not possible? Anyway, in the meantime of them going to the back, I managed to find the app get into it. Enter my phone number and email reset a password and then it showed that my coupon was in the app. Long story short I did get the five dollars off of the meal and then handed a five dollar bill to my server as her tip. This restaurant is only open for breakfast and lunch and I believe it closes at 3 PM. It does get very busy weekend mornings. It's similar to a First Watch cafe if you are familiar with those.

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.

It was a special occasion at The Perch meaning that the sublime service, impeccable surroundings…read moreand a brilliant menu did its thing satisfying my refined rather than ravenous aspirations. Start with creamy tomato soup joined to a mini grilled cheese and lobster slider. Perfect. Follow-up with filet mignon that melted just based on a glance. This is memorable, no-rush dining and well worth the shekels. Sometimes there's no substitute for excellence. Five easy stars.

The building is great and I loved that they offer valet parking / super easy in and out here. There…read moreis certainly an upscale ambiance and the waitstaff all seemed like veterans - everyone was friendly and professional throughout the meal. As to the food, we felt that the dishes were very good, but not great. The steak was a little bland, as was the pork chop. The black sesame crusted halibut stood out as the best entree we had for the table. I would also highly recommend the black lime mocktail. That was excellent and unique.

You need to be on an intravenous caffeine drip to visit all the coffee shops in the Princeton area…read more Your orange and black candle burning at both ends demands no less. Please make River Walk in Plainsboro part of that discovery. Excellent coffee and bagels without the Starbuckian hordes desperate for their bitter fix. Shush... don't tell anyone. Five easy stars.

The espresso is a exquisite! The ambiance is elegant and the staff were very welcoming. Only one…read morerecommendation would be to please add oatmilk to your list of milks. Thank you!

A small outta sight, outta mind lounge tucked inside the Hyatt Regency so the food is "hotel…read moredecent" served without a crowd. Generally, it's an excellent rendezvous if you want to converse at normal volume over a burger or cocktail without having to scream over the lounge pianists version of Bad Bad Leroy Brown. The lighting is set to permanent dusk so it always seems a bit film noir clandestine (to the extent it can be in a Hyatt) but the service is crisp and the vibe is relaxed so, as I said, no bullhorn is required to hold a normal conversation. Pricing is pedal to the metal expense account but what else would you expect in this business travel hive. Five clandestine stars.

The Artisan Kitchen and Lounge is located inside the Hyatt Regency Princeton. The bar, lounge and…read moredining area is very large with a variety of seating options - bar, high top tables, or comfy lounge chairs. Recently, I hosted a Happy Hour event here. Happy Hour is held every day from 4-7pm. I worked closely with their Director of Food and Beverage, Chris, who made the entire planning process a breeze. Upon my request, he even extended the happy hour until 8:30 for my group! The service, staff, and food were all great. And considering, my group had 60 people, I felt they did an efficient job serving our needs.

I visited with a big group, and we took up a good portion of the inside of this small spot. You…read moreorder at the counter, but then they bring the food out to you if you're sitting. I only ordered coffee, which was pretty good, so I don't have anything to say about the food other than the breakfast sandwiches looked and smelled great. Service was pretty fast, but what I thought made it really great was that at some point, one of the guys who seemed to be on owner came out to talk to us for a little bit, even though his English was relatively limited, and he agreed to take a picture of all of us. That was pretty cool of him. Overall, charming little no-frills coffee and breakfast shop that you just order at the counter and can either sit down and enjoy your meal or just get going.

The service is consistently warm and attentive. Everyone behind the counter is friendly, quick, and…read moregenuinely helpful. The space is bright, clean, and inviting, which makes it an easy place to settle in for a morning bite.From a foodie standpoint, their menu really shines. The bagels have that perfect balance of chew and softness, and the sandwiches are stacked with fresh ingredients that actually taste like someone cared. Their hoagies are surprisingly impressive too...well‑built, flavorful, and satisfying without being overly heavy. Everything is always fresh, and while the prices run a bit high, the quality backs it up. I've never had a bad breakfast here, and the consistency keeps me coming back!

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.

We had dinner here and the food was amazing. The staff and atmosphere were great. It's a very open…read moreindoor area

Have been here for both breakfast and dinner. The dinner is surprisingly pretty good, especially…read moregiven that the restaurant is situated within a hotel. Creative takes on classic Italian dishes, all prepared fresh. Service is super friendly and there's a roomy, relaxing ambiance.

The meatballs are not that great. The pasta is cook to…read moreperfection local pasta place where u can eat after you're done with shopping since the restaurant is located at a mall plaza. Very laid back ambiance. The service is friendly but they don't allow you to do substitutions on the dishes. They also have a good variety of desserts

I've always come to this strip mall to dine at Nomad. However, due to recommendations from my…read morefriends, we decided to give Pastiamo a shot. Normally we stay away from pasta restaurants unless there's something unique to it. However, Pastiamo hit a home run immediately. From Chef Francesca being ever present in the restaurant - from serving to seating - to the homemade focaccia you receive as a starter, it was an impeccable dining experience. Then you add the nice plates and simple, yet warm decor. You just can't go wrong. We split the forza Italia as an appetizer to get more of a focaccia kick. We loved the homemade bread. The three cheeses were a nice and complimentary touch. Also, dousing this with some freshly squeezed orange juice didn't hurt. For the main course, we split a pesto gnocchi and a tagliatelle alla Norma. The pasta was truly homemade. Felt super fresh. The sauces were great and not too oily or salty. It was so good that we decided to bring some home to my parents. We will be back again!