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Kristine's

Restaurant · 51 Witherspoon St

Kristine's is a French bistro located in the heart of Princeton, New Jersey, offering a fresh take on traditional French cuisine. The bistro serves delicious food, including vegan and gluten-free options, and has a…

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Elements

Restaurant · 66 Witherspoon Street

Elements is a restaurant located at 66 Witherspoon St, Princeton, NJ 08542. The team, led by Chef and Culinary Pioneer Scott Anderson, draws inspiration from the earth and champions what grows nearby, with mornings…

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Blue Point Grill

Restaurant · 258 Nassau Street

Blue Point Grill is a seafood restaurant at 258 Nassau Street in Princeton. Its menu changes daily based on available catches, while staples include New England clam chowder and jumbo lump crab cakes. The restaurant…

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The Meeting House

Restaurant · 277 Witherspoon St

The Meeting House in Princeton serves simple American cuisine with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients. Its bar features a seasonal cocktail menu, locally brewed beers, and a curated list of new- and old-world wines.…

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XiBei Cuisine

Restaurant · 43 Witherspoon St

XiBei Cuisine serves Northwest Chinese food at 43 Witherspoon Street in Princeton. Its specialties include handmade dumplings and hand-shaved knife-cut noodles.

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Metro North

Restaurant · 378 Alexander St

Metro North serves Italian entrees, seafood and grilled meats, with indoor and outdoor dining. The restaurant also has a bar area and a private party room.

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Agricola Eatery

Restaurant · 11 Witherspoon Street

Agricola Eatery is a restaurant on 11 Witherspoon Street in Princeton.

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Elite Five Sushi & Grill

Restaurant · 277 Witherspoon St

Elite Five Sushi & Grill is a restaurant on 277 Witherspoon St in Princeton.

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Shimla Catering & Dalhousie Banquet

Restaurant · 100 Independence Way Ste K

Shimla Catering & Dalhousie Banquet is a restaurant on 100 Independence Way Ste K in Princeton.

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The Dinky Bar & Kitchen

Restaurant · 94 University Pl

The Dinky Bar & Kitchen is a restaurant on 94 University Pl in Princeton.

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Lan Ramen

Restaurant · 4 Hulfish St

Lan Ramen is a restaurant in Princeton, New Jersey, that serves authentic Chinese food. The restaurant features hand-pulled noodles, a specialty of the owner's hometown. The menu includes a variety of dishes, such as…

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Tommy's Tavern + Tap

Restaurant · 3535 Brunswick Pike Ste 370

Tommy's Tavern + Tap is a restaurant on 3535 Brunswick Pike Ste 370 in Princeton.

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The Mauryas

Restaurant · 115 Main St

The Mauryas blends traditional Indian cuisine with a modern, health-focused approach, prioritizing exceptional presentation and nutritional value in its elevated Indian dishes. Traditional Indian cuisine meets modern…

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LOCAL GREEK

Restaurant · 44 Leigh Ave

The menu at Local Greek in Princeton, New Jersey, features soups, salads, and entrees, including a chicken soup, a village salad, and a grilled lamb kebab, all available at 44 Leigh Avenue. Meze, small dishes meant to…

Bicycle shop

Jay's Cycles

Bicycle shop · 249 Nassau St

Jay's Cycles is a family-owned Princeton bicycle shop that became exclusively a bike store in 1977. Its showroom is complemented by bicycle inspections, repairs and Trek bike rentals.

Bookstore

jaZams

Bookstore · 25 Palmer Sq E

jaZams has a location in Princeton, New Jersey, and another in Peddler's Village, Lahaska, Pennsylvania. The store carries books, toys, and games. The Princeton store is at 25 Palmer Square East and can be reached at…

Clothing shop

BARBOUR

Clothing shop · 67 Palmer Square W

BARBOUR is a clothing shop on 67 Palmer Square W in Princeton.

Furniture shop

Ethan Allen

Furniture shop · 3524 US-1 N

Ethan Allen is a furniture shop on 3524 US-1 N in Princeton.

Gift shop

Shop The World Princeton

Gift shop · 4 Spring St

Shop The World Princeton is a gift store located at 4 Spring St., Princeton, NJ, 08542, just two blocks from the entrance of Princeton University. The store promotes fair trade by buying from cooperatives and artisans…

Grocery store

Lupita Groceries

Grocery store · 50 Leigh Ave

Lupita Groceries is a grocery store on 50 Leigh Ave in Princeton.

Jewelry shop

Hamilton Jewelers

Jewelry shop · 92 Nassau St

Hamilton Jewelers is a jewelry shop on 92 Nassau St in Princeton.

Pet shop

Dogs & Cats Rule

Pet shop · 3495 Brunswick Pike U.S. 1

Dogs & Cats Rule is a pet shop on 3495 Brunswick Pike U.S. 1 in Princeton.

Sporting goods shop

Fleet Feet Princeton

Sporting goods shop · 108 Nassau St

Fleet Feet Princeton is a sporting-goods shop on 108 Nassau St in Princeton.

Thrift shop

Nearly New Shop

Thrift shop · 234 Nassau St #1

The Nearly New Shop is a consignment shop located in Princeton, New Jersey, offering fine used clothing. The shop is situated at 234 Nassau Street, upstairs behind Sante Pharmacy. The shop was originally opened to…

Toy shop

Toobydoo Princeton

Toy shop · 301 N Harrison St

Toobydoo Princeton is a toy shop on 301 N Harrison St in Princeton.

Bicycle shop

Sourland Cycles

Bicycle shop · 53 E Broad St

Sourland Cycles is a bicycle shop on 53 E Broad St in Princeton.

Bookstore

Labyrinth Books

Bookstore · 122 Nassau St

Labyrinth Books in Princeton, New Jersey, specializes in academic and rare books, and also carries new releases and discounted books. The store's inventory includes used and rare books, audio books, and books for kids…

Clothing shop

Princeton University Store

Clothing shop · 36 University Pl

Princeton University Store is a clothing shop on 36 University Pl in Princeton.

Florist

Princeton Floral Design

Florist · 23 Spring St

Princeton Floral Design, a flower and gift store, has a presence on 23 Spring Street in Princeton, New Jersey, where fresh flowers, plants, and orchids are available, along with gift items like Mathilde M Fine Gifts…

Furniture shop

B&L Woodworking

Furniture shop · 4437 NJ-27

B&L Woodworking is a furniture shop on 4437 NJ-27 in Princeton.

Gift shop

PRINCETON MORNING GLORY

Gift shop · LIME LITE

PRINCETON MORNING GLORY is a gift shop on LIME LITE in Princeton.

Art gallery

Arts Council of Princeton

Art gallery · 102 Witherspoon St

The Arts Council of Princeton, in Princeton, New Jersey, provides art classes, summer camps, community events, and opportunities for artists of all ages and skill levels. Classes are available in mediums such as…

Art gallery

Avila Fine Arts

Art gallery · 103 Main St Suite 100 (2nd floor

Avila Fine Arts is a art gallery on 103 Main St Suite 100 (2nd floor in Princeton.

Wedding planning

Princeton Bridal

Wedding planning · 301 N Harrison St Unit 575

The boutique is situated in the Princeton Shopping Center, on the courtyard side between Starbucks and AlphaFit Club, and can be contacted at 609-255-8533 for appointments. Before booking an appointment, brides are…

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Arts Council of Princeton

Art gallery · 102 Witherspoon St

The Arts Council of Princeton, in Princeton, New Jersey, provides art classes, summer camps, community events, and opportunities for artists of all ages and skill levels. Classes are available in mediums such as…

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  • Shimla Catering & Dalhousie Banquet

    Shimla Catering & Dalhousie Banquet is a restaurant on 100 Independence Way Ste K in Princeton.

  • The Dinky Bar & Kitchen

    The Dinky Bar & Kitchen is a restaurant on 94 University Pl in Princeton.

  • Lan Ramen

    Lan Ramen is a restaurant in Princeton, New Jersey, that serves authentic Chinese food. The restaurant features hand-pulled noodles, a specialty of the owner's hometown. The menu includes a variety of dishes, such as…

  • Tommy's Tavern + Tap

    Tommy's Tavern + Tap is a restaurant on 3535 Brunswick Pike Ste 370 in Princeton.

  • The Mauryas

    The Mauryas blends traditional Indian cuisine with a modern, health-focused approach, prioritizing exceptional presentation and nutritional value in its elevated Indian dishes. Traditional Indian cuisine meets modern…

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Jay's Cycles

Bicycle shop · 249 Nassau St

Jay's Cycles is a family-owned Princeton bicycle shop that became exclusively a bike store in 1977. Its showroom is complemented by bicycle inspections, repairs and Trek bike rentals.

Bookstore

jaZams

Bookstore · 25 Palmer Sq E

jaZams has a location in Princeton, New Jersey, and another in Peddler's Village, Lahaska, Pennsylvania. The store carries books, toys, and games. The Princeton store is at 25 Palmer Square East and can be reached at…

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BARBOUR

Clothing shop · 67 Palmer Square W

BARBOUR is a clothing shop on 67 Palmer Square W in Princeton.

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