Mother's Day In Princeton: Where To Eat For Mom's Special Day

PRINCETON, NJ — Flowers and gifts are nice, but a great meal is an integral part of every Mother's Day. Check below for a list of places that still have reservations available for Sunday, May 13, in Princeton, according to Open Table.

Witherspoon Grill, 57 Witherspoon Street: Witherspoon Grill is a classic American steakhouse, with a casual, straightforward spin. Witherspoon Grill is committed to providing top-quality food in a warm, welcoming environment.

Blue Point Grill, 258 Nassau Street: Amazing lineup of the freshest seafood and shellfish, simply prepared to showcase their true flavors. Daily menu that includes a full RAW BAR with 8-12 different varieties of oysters nightly, classics like New England Clam Chowder and Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes, to more exotic seafood items such as Whole Greek Bronzini, and Point Judith Skate Wings. BYOB - BEER & WINE ONLY

Mistral, 66 Witherspoon Street: Located in the heart of downtown Princeton, Mistral offers a stunning mix of taste, style and atmosphere. Chefs Scott Anderson and Ben Nerenhausen place a superlative emphasis on fresh, local ingredients in creating a variety of culturally influenced, inventive plates with inviting flavors for guests to savor and share.

Mediterra, 29 Hulfish Street: Approachable cuisine of the 22 countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea. Seasonal alfresco dining overlooks Princeton's Palmer Square.

La Mezzaluna, 25 Witherspoon Street: La Mezzaluna offers an authentic taste of Italy. All regions of a country world renowned for its food are represented on one menu. Chef Michael Moriello, born in Italy and emigrated to the U.S. in 1997. A graduate of the Sorrento Cooking School and honed his skills at top restaurants in both Rome and Naples. Located right in the heart of downtown Princeton.

Teresa Caffe, 21-23 Palmer Square East:Simple Italian inspired fare in a neighborhood trattoria style atmosphere in Princeton's Palmer Square. Fresh, local ingredients, seasonal pasta dishes, pizzette and a predominantly regional Italian wine list.

Despana Princeton, 235A Nassau Street: Despaña is an all-authentic Spain restaurant and tapas cafe with full service lunch and dinner. Despaña's unique space features a beautiful industrial chic atmosphere with a second floor dinning room and outdoor terrace overlooking scenic Nassau Street. Despaña also offers guests take out from the spacious market featuring all imported goods from Spain and the ability to cater private events.

Yankee Doodle Tap Room, 10 Palmer Square East: The legendary Yankee Doodle Tap Room has a long standing tradition as Princeton's destination for gastropub dining. Featuring an American grill menu and recognized as the central meeting place, there are over 19 world beers on tap and a variety of wines and specialty drinks. Seasonal seating is available in front of a cozy fire place or alfresco style on our patio in the heart of Palmer Square. Six large HDTVs broadcast sporting events year round.

Big Fish, 3535 Route 1: Enjoy fresh fish, mouthwatering seafood, choice steaks, daily chef features & one-of-a-kind specialties featuring the best local/seasonal ingredients available.

Cafe Vienna, 200 Nassau Street: Café Vienna brings the flavors and aromas of Vienna to Princeton featuring freshly ground gourmet coffee, espressos and specialty coffee along with delicious cakes and pastries made from long held family recipes.

Trattoria Procaccini, 354 Nassau Street: All Natural Italian Kitchen. A place where neighborhood families gather to leave their day behind and enjoy a home cooked meal in the company of others.

Chennai Chimney, 19 Chambers Street: Set in the historic town of Princeton, New Jersey, Chennai Chimney, an Indian restaurant, offers exotic dishes in authentic flavor from the traditional kitchens of Southern India where the city of Chennai is located.

Metro North, 378 Alexander Road: Metro North featuring Italian Entrees, Seafood, Grilled Meats, Salads, Burgers, Sandwiches, Appetizers & Pizza. Along with your favorite cocktail,g lass of wine or beer on tap there is something for everyone. Reasonable prices in a casual atmosphere.

Seasons 52, 3535 Route 1: Seasons 52 is a fresh grill and wine bar that offers a seasonally changing menu inspired by the appeal of a local farmer’s market. Seasons 52 sources ingredients at their peak of freshness and uses rustic cooking techniques, like brick-oven roasting and open-fire grilling over oak and mesquite wood to bring out the natural flavors of food. The menu is paired with an ever-changing international collection of more than 100 wines, with 52 available by the glass, along with exceptional signature handcrafted cocktails.

Bahama Breeze, 3535 Route 1: Caribbean inspired food, handcrafted tropical drinks, and a vibrant island atmosphere lets you feel a million miles from home, any day of the week.

Flight Martini Lounge, 900 Scudders Mill Road: Flight - Martini & Wine Lounge is the coolest lounge in the Princeton area. Enjoy flights of wine, martinis and eclectic center of the plate cuisine in a trendy atmosphere.

TGI Friday's, 3535 Route 1: TGI Fridays has been living the weekend since its doors opened in 1965. Today, there are over 900 restaurants in 60 countries offering delicious food and legendary drinks, all served in the spirit of Friday.

Forrestal Grille, 900 Scudders Mill Road: The Forrestal Grille is the perfect blend of casual dining in a comfortable environment. Whether you are snuggled to the bar for an eclectic mix of cocktails and appetizers or dining by the fireplace while overlooking the lake that spans the wooded surroundings, you will enjoy regional American cuisine with an emphasis on fresh local ingredients. While you relax, we will exceed your every expectation.

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, 2 Village Boulevard

Mehek, 164 Nassau Street

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