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    The Meeting House

    3.9 (359 reviews)
    ModerateNew American, Bars
    Open • 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Jessi C.

    This was just okay. The espresso martini was fairly sweet and the drinks overall were pricey. It was disappointing that happy hour could only be taken advantage of if you were sitting at the bar - it was a really nice day so we wanted to sit outside. The flatbread was really lacking in flavor and was fairly small. The fries were solid but overall I was left wishing for more

    Stephanie D.

    Came for mothers day brunch which was a set menu of $50 pp. the food was just average, the frittata had no flavor and dont think it was worth the money

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    Sarah C.

    This is one of the most beautiful restaurants I have ever been to. It is so pretty inside very spacious. There's even a downstairs area for private parties and events. Inside there is a good amount of space even for bigger parties. Parking unfortunately is street parking so I did have to walk a bit. We were a party of two and I made a reservation for lunch at 12:30pm. It was super easy to make a reservation through Resy and we were seated immediately. For our food we got the house salad, the ricotta gnocchi with chicken, and the grilled chicken paillard. The house salad was AMAZING. It was so refreshing and bright I could have eaten that all by myself. The ricotta gnocchi was very fresh and seasonal. We were surprised to find out we could get chicken with it. The grilled chicken paillard was larger than expected. The chicken itself was a bit on the dry side and not as flavorful as I would've liked. I knew the chicken came with lettuce but I didn't realize it was a full salad on the chicken rather than just some greens on the side. We decided against a drink or dessert since we wanted to walk around Princeton and go to some other shops. Overall I really enjoyed this restaurant. I would 100% come back. This would be a great location for an engagement party or a baby shower. It's beautiful, big enough to host a party, and very elegant and classy. Would love to come back here for brunch or even dinner!

    Breakfast burger
    John C.

    A great spot to meet up with friends and families to grab brunch. The staff was friendly and easy to work with. The brunch menu includes various cocktail, apps, and entree option. We tried various drinks; my favorite was the Spill The Tea-ni. Also tried the breakfast burger; cooked pretty well with great aioli dressing. Overall it was a good meal, we'd come back!

    Amber S.

    Party of three on a bustling Sunday! My family and I really enjoyed the homey ambiance, delicious food, and great customer service. Even with how busy it was, we never felt rushed and the staff stayed attentive and kind the entire time. The atmosphere felt warm and welcoming, like a place you could easily become a regular at. Every dish came out fresh and full of flavor, and you can tell care goes into the details. We left full, happy, and already talking about what we want to order next time. Definitely a spot we'll be coming back to.

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    Leena S.

    A restaurant with a great vibe, service and overall good food. We met friends here for dinner. We had a reservation and the staff was very friendly. We enjoyed our evening in a great atmosphere. Although the food was good, considering the price point, we were not blown away. Note: We easily found parking near by. There is a paid parking deck and metered parking. If you go a block or two away, you can park for free on a residential street.

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    Kimberly F.

    Will definitely be back! I went on a Saturday at 11am. I got the spot right out front but most spots were taken. There is a parking garage directly behind the building if needed. The staff here were friendly and service was excellent. The temperature inside was perfect. The ambience is casual but cute inside. They have large windows which bring the sun in nicely. There is a large outdoor patio which I can't wait to see open with warmer weather. The brunch menu has many great options. I got the brioche French toast with applewood bacon and everything was phenomenal! The French toast wasn't dry at all and very moist. It was topped with slightly cinnamon spiced apple chunks. The bacon was crispy and thick and tasty. The other person in my party got the meeting house plate and said it was delicious. The eggs were cooked to perfection. Our water glasses were filled promptly when they got even slightly low. The bathrooms are located downstairs along with a private party room. I would say by the time we left closer to 12:30 it was very busy in there. I have no complaints about today's visit and will surely be back!

    Orest S.

    This is one of my favorite restaurants in Princeton. About 10-12 minutes walk from the old town. Great service snd the food is always exceptional, they offer different menu for a season - summer, fall, winter and spring. I also love their cocktails. The place is also very esthetic. Visit the place for brunch, lunch or dinner.

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    Siddhi J.

    Came here for a lunch with a large group! The server was attentive and accommodating and I tried the fig bellini -- it was not my first choice and I probably wouldn't get it again. The espresso martini was delicious! Overall ambiance is great and clean, and the food was above average. I felt my english muffin was a bit too rubbery to bite into at points but the flavor of the hollandaise was great.

    Marlon J.

    I had in my walls from a slow leak, and they did a thorough inspection before starting the repair. Everything was handled carefully and professionally.

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    Tiffany F.

    We went here on a Wednesday evening for a moms night out, seated outside immediately (we made a reservation) the outdoor area is nice, the bar and inside looked really spacious and clean. They had a private party room downstairs too. Street parking with a possible fee or there's a garage near by. We shared appetizers and each got our own plates as well. Everything was delicious! Their olives (in 2 different appetizers we got) were uniquely good! A little spicy, a little sweet. Addicting almost. Drinks were yummy and pretty! Our server, Melanie was so sweet and fun and attentive. Definitely recommend!

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    Maria V.

    Came here for dinner . Had a reservation . Found street parking that I used an app to pay but I believe there is a parking deck behind the restaurant. Staff greeted me right away and was seated .They have a cocktail list which seemed pretty cool but they were just ok for me. Had the mushroom soup which was ok , buttermilk biscuits eh . My friend loved the short ribs and ate very last drop . I had the flatiron steak which was good ! We also had the warm blueberry cobbler which was also good!

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    The food was good. The service was remarkable. The atmosphere was cozy. I had the grilled half chicken which was well flavored.

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

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    Our waitress was great! The food was WAY overpriced and was lacking seasoning. It was incredibly loud in the restaurant. We won't be back.

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    Ask the Community - The Meeting House

    Which meat menu items use halal meat?

    Does happy hour on Sundays include mimosas?

    No it does not

    I checked the menu on the website and couldn't find anything, but is there any sort of dessert menu?

    Yes, they do have a very limited dessert menu. Last time I was there I had a warm brownie with ice cream.

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