As someone who grew up in South Brunswick, it's nice to have a good new option for when I visit…read moreparents. I came here with my parents for lunch, and was surprised to see the place practically completely empty when I went in. I guess it's not very popular yet, or perhaps just in a location people don't often visit? Either way, the food and service was quite good overall. I loved the laccha paratha and the butter chicken was good too. I tried a bit of the korma and palak paneer as well, all classics and all very well done. I particularly liked that the gravies were not as creamy as some other places that really overdo it. My one suggestion revolves around the big TV in the middle of the dining room. That thing plays cringey ads every 5 minutes or so, which creates an awkward atmosphere in the restaurant. You guys can afford to pay for ad-free YouTube so your guests don't have to listen to that crap lol, it should be like $10 per month. Little things like that can make people think you lack attention to detail or care for your customer experience, so just clean all that up and you will be fine because the food is good. Overall, good tasty food, if you fix the constant YouTube ads you will be 5 star worthy.

We had a Farewell Party for one of our Colleagues here and we had a great time. We had a private…read morearea assigned for our group, and the Bartender did a great job. He was attentive and friendly, and ensured we all had a good time. Service overall was efficient. Appetizers tasted very good, but the Entrees were only above average, still it might be on us since most of us were already feeling stuffed with the Appetizers we had. There was also Live Music at the Dining area, and we got to listen to some great songs and relax as a group.

Came here for a 1st birthday celebration. Large room which I wasn't expected from the size of the…read morefront but my eyes were fooled. Food was pretty good - buffet style . Bar was ok - just a regular average one - nothing special . Parking available on site

It's my second visit to this place and I still don't know if I like or dislike this place! ( my…read morelast visit here was in Feb 2020) This is yet another Indian find in the South Brunswick area. Old Chutney Mary location reopened as Ember. Had a not so great experience with the food and service with multiple visits. Some items stand out while others are just ok. Food looks good with wonderful playing but certain items don't go beyond the looks & plating. Drinks : Full service bar set up quite nicely for a Indian restaurant and I find people sitting at the bar ordering drinks which is a win! Here are things I tried and how they fared in my vie Recommended Appetizers : Malai chicken - Delicately spiced and laced with cream cooked in a Tandoor oven Tandoori chicken - we ordered he whole chicken and it had the perfect tandoori marinade and cooked to perfection. Bihari Chicken - Very different form the stereotypical tandoori formulas. Pizza Naan - was the best of the appetizers. Naan topped with chillies & cheese and lightly browned - A pizza of sorts Lahori Chicken tikka - was a bit spicy , but I liked it as it had good flavor . Other appetizers Chilli Fish - Nothing great . Please skip Paneer Tikka- Standard Indian offering . We could still taste the marinade coated as it was not cooked through which was a bit off putting. Black pepper chicken- super dry that I had to wrestle wit it. Please skip Chilli chicken dry - was way too sweet - they replaced it based on feedback with a better tasting one . Gobi Manchurian Dry - Sub Par - could have been a bit more crispy . Entrees Butter chicken - Quite good - but nothing to beat Mughalai Darbar ! Methi Malai Mutter- Creamy rich flavorful curry & not heavy on peas which I liked. Methi flavor ( Fenugreek greens ) is pronounced which makes the curry taste good. Paneer Tikka Masala- Standard tikka masala like any other Indian restaurant. Nothing to rave about ! Malai Kofta- served in a clay pot - looks good and tastes equally good. Dessert Cassata ice cream - Delectable - if you happen to be here try it! - it's only found at select Indian restaurants . Mango & Pistachio kulfi - yet another Indian ice cream that you shouldn't miss. Yumm flavor bomb ...must have ... Tres Leches cake -was very moist light and had the perfect sweetness. Other items Garlic naan - crispy garlic flavored naan bread - standard fare Raita- creamy yogurt not sour at all. Was a welcome change to be served quality raita with good yogurt. Green chutney , Sweet dates chutney & onion salad - despite being freebies they tasted. Goes to show they don't compromise on quality My recommendation is to try this place once . Their service is good and so is the ambience . Pick the right dishes and you may like the food.

TL; DR: Great food, quick service, & good for large group dining…read more Delicious food that is rooted in traditional dishes. The food came out fast and at the prefect temperature. This is great for a large group since it has ample space. I can't wait to go back

This is one of the few upscale Indian restaurants in the area. The ambiance strikes a nice balance…read more- lively enough to feel energetic but still conducive to conversation. My only issue was the dim red lighting, which made it difficult to appreciate the vibrant colors of the dishes. Yes, it's on the pricier side, but the generous portions help justify the cost. The butter chicken was great and well-executed. The malai kofta, however, really needed naan to shine - it didn't quite hold up on its own. As for the drinks,, let's just say they don't skimp on the pour. ;) It's more of a 3.5-star experience. But since I have to round, I'm giving it 4 stars because of the service staff.

The manager Ishwar was very helpful and friendly guiding us through the food menu and options…read moretoday. The place was very clean and organized; the food came out quick and was absolutely delicious!

Food is average, but served quickly with cute robots. Tandoori chicken was brought sizzling and…read moredelicious. Other items were served warm, but lacked the flavor depth I was expecting. The 18% mandatory gratuity is crummy, considering our server was very snobby. Ambiance is nice and classy, great for a date night.

SO GOOD! The service was attentive and fast, cozy vibe, not rushed at all, delicious food... I got…read morethe seasonal corn ravioli and holy moly it was absolutely delicious! Definitely a great date night choice!

Random pick to celebrate my birthday. We made a reservation and arrived on time and found parking…read morein the back of the restaurant . Greeted with a smile. We waked in to a classy and modern ambiance . Drinks were good . The mocktail was better than the cocktail! Appetizers came out quick initially but the entree took longer .Our server was very knowledgeable sharing the specials and made some great recommendations Grilled calamari with squid ink & Spicy shrimp in white wine garlic sauce with the house bread and Fries with truffle aioli made for a tasty start to a nice dinner Pappardelle with rabbit ragu & Lightly blackened salmon with couscous n parsnips puree were the entree picks and they were delicious. I particularly enjoyed the rabbit in the pasta though I got a bone in it , which the server mentioned should not have been there but it was a miss ! No regrets as it's apparently not a big deal!! We didn't have any dessert but they got us couple of ginger cookies on a plate with a piped chocolate wish ! Was a nice touch to wrap our evening on a high note

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.

I went here on a recommendation from a friend of mine after going to a nearby street fair. Located…read morein the heart of Palmer Square in Princeton, Winberries is in the heart of the most walkable area in town. The outside has a distinct brick facade while the interior features a homey wooden motif. The alcohol selection had a good variety to what was available and I partook in a local peach cider. For my meal, I had the Wagyu burger. It was delicious and flavorful. The burger was cooked just about medium-rare as ordered and it was overall quite good. The server was polite and friendly. Overall, it's a very good option in what is a very competitive area in terms of restaurant choices.

Here I go again--another French bistro I absolutely adore…read more Christine's French Bistro is everything you want in a cozy, decadent French spot: small, intimate, softly lit with sconces, and anchored by a beautiful bar you can dine at or just sip champagne and linger. Let's be honest--I come here for one reason: the soufflés. They are my kryptonite. Sweet or savory, they never disappoint. I've had the chocolate (rich, decadent, flawless), though I'm still chasing my ultimate favorite--the elusive Grand Marnier soufflé. One day... Beyond that: * Mussels + champagne = always a win * Service is warm and welcoming * Prices feel fair for the quality and experience This place has become part of my ritual when I'm in the area. I'll fly into Newark Liberty International Airport, hop on the Amtrak Acela, get off in Princeton, head straight here, and yes--plan my trip around a soufflé. No regrets. The location is perfect--right in the heart of Princeton, which is one of those charming, walkable towns with tree-lined streets and that classic, almost European feel. There's garage parking nearby, but honestly, once you're there, you won't need your car. Perfect for: * Date night * Dessert and champagne with friends * Solo bar seating (highly recommend) Bottom line: Elegant, cozy, and worth going out of your way for--especially if you love a proper soufflé. Life's too short not to eat well. Go make it happen.

Our first visit was great. Drinks were well-mixed and the food was delicious. Don't miss the…read moremussels! Our waiter, Kevin was friendly and attentive. We'll be back for sure.

My wife and I came to Brick Farm Tavern for my birthday dinner since we like trying someplace new…read morein the area. The setting is very nice. It has a rustic farmhouse feel (wood floors with wide boards, multiple fireplaces) but still comes across as more upscale than your typical tavern. The dining room has a warm atmosphere without being too loud, so you can actually have a conversation without shouting. We started with the seasonal pickle plate (beets, carrots, cauliflower, cucumber, fennel, olives) and the bread plate (three different breads with two different butters and olive oil). Both were a good way to kick things off. The pickled vegetables had a nice variety and the bread was fresh and paired well with the accompaniments. For our entrees, my wife went with the homemade pasta while I chose the Wagyu NY strip steak cooked medium rare with bourbon maple glazed root vegetables. The steak was cooked exactly as requested and had great flavor. The root vegetables added a nice sweetness that complemented the dish well. My wife really enjoyed her pasta and had enough to take some home. To finish the night, we had the mozzarella gelato (yes, you read that right - mozzarella), along with tea for my wife and coffee and Sambuca for me. The gelato was a unique dessert and a nice way to wrap up the meal. Our waitress Jemma was very friendly and attentive throughout the night without being overbearing. Overall, everything was very good. This is definitely a place we would return to, especially for a nice dinner out.

This was a large historic farmhouse with a menu that changes often. They source most of their food…read moreright from their farms which was cool to see. The service was very friendly, and the food came out promptly. They also provided complimentary champagne for our celebration. For appetizers, the duck bacon and vegetable fritters ($16) and hand-made potato and cheese pierogies ($19) were ordered. The fritters consisted of house cured and smoked duck breast with a whipped lemon ricotta. There were two present and each were fried perfectly. The lemon ricotta was definitely needed to pair with the salty fritter. It was a great compliment. The pierogies were of the squash variety and they came with caramelized onions and sauteed greens. There were about five or six substantial size pierogies and each sized appropriately. The squash layer really made them airy and the filling was tasty. The onions were a little too soft as there was some type of broth present. The greens were ideal though. For an entrée, I had the signature tavern burger ($38). It was a cold smoked grass-fed ground beef patty with caramelized onion, bone marrow, bacon jam, and potato wedges. I also had the gruyere and bacon added to the burger for no extra fee. When I initially ordered, I thought the bone marrow was just going to be on the burger, but I was wrong. Right next to the burger was one of bigger bone marrows I have seen. It was very good with the onions and bacon pieces. The marrow itself paired nicely with the bacon and onions. For the burger itself, I opted for it to be medium rare, and it came out perfect. There was an ideal ratio of bread to filling. The bacon jam was not too overpowerful, and the meat was seasoned well. The potato wedges which I believe were cooked in tallow were also large. They were crispy and seasoned nicely too. It was a well put together meal. I also tried the lamb being offered that night which I believe came with a lamb sausage and a shallot tzatziki. This was solid as well, but there were a number of fatty pieces I was surprised to see. For dessert, the mozzarella gelato ($12) was ordered. Yes, this had to be ordered to give it a try, and it was well received. There was not an overpowerful flavor of cheese, which I was afraid of. It did taste like mozzarella, but not overwhelming. The actual gelato was very creamy too, which I am sure helped. Will I go back? I would.