22 Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee In Lawrenceville

1. Grazie Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(48)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Princeton

Booked 3 times today

We are a modern BYOB Italian restaurant committed to the farm-to-table philosophy, delivering an authentic experience with every dish. Our menu is thoughtfully curated by our chef, who use the freshest locally sourced ingredients to create culinary masterpieces with genuine care and passion. Under the guidance of Executive Chef Marco D'Amico, hailing from the picturesque Abruzzo region of Italy, you will embark on a culinary journey that beautifully captures the essence of Italy.

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2. Acacia of Lawrenceville

4.9

Exceptional(1119)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lawrenceville

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Acacia where simplicity is key. We use local ingredients whenever possible. From our food to our service, we strive to give our guests an exceptional dining experience, one that they can come to expect time and time again. We offer both heated, covered outdoor dining and indoor dining.

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3. Amalfi's Kitchen & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(192)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lawrenceville

Booked 2 times today

Combining classic Italian food with a bar and casual pizzeria sounds like a great idea and Amalfi’s delivers this with style in its cozy bar and restaurant that feels just like your neighborhood spot. Whether you’re there to enjoy a drink after work with some friends or colleagues or you are there for a huge family dinner with a big group, Amalfi’s has everything you could want.Appetizers, soups, salads, pastas, chicken, fish, steak and pizzas are all mainstays on the Amalfi’s menu, so consider your many options and then go for whatever strikes your fancy, like some fried calamari, chicken parm egg rolls, some lovely vodka rigatoni or a classic pepperoni pizza. Our homemade dishes have served the Mercer County area for over 20 years! So come in as a customer and leave as part of the family!

4. Laurea

4.3

Awesome(175)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Princeton

Booked 16 times today

Laurea in Princeton, just outside the gates of the prestigious university, features exceptional food, an eclectic and fresh mix of spirits and wine, polishes service, and a market leading dining and lounge experience.Laurea offers contemporary Italian cuisine, focusing on the tastes and techniques passed down for generations in Italian families the world over. The blending of traditional and contemporary are on full display for a unique and desirable selection of food and drink.Laurea operates with the philosophy of selecting the freshest, local ingredients and treating them with the utmost respect and care. The spirit of the cuisine is rooted on simple, traditional Italian cuisine presented in an innovative way. We are committed to Laurea becoming the preferred dining choice for our hotel guests and residents of Princeton alike.

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5. Piccolo Trattoria - Pennington

4.7

Exceptional(529)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Princeton

Booked 1 time today

Piccolo Trattoria is Mercer County’s finest BYOB and casual dining restaurant in the area. From the moment you arrive in our Tuscan setting restaurant, the feeling of family and home is evident. From our homemade pasta, to our milk-fed veal, and prime cuts of beef, pork, lamb and poultry. Arriving daily are deliveries of only fresh seafood from all ports of the world. Cooked to perfection and sautéed with our Chef’s inspired sauces that culminate in the flavors leaping from your plate. Piccolo Trattoria offers fine dining and bistro menu featuring gourmet panini sandwiches, exotic salads, fresh pasta e fagioli and soups, & of course our large selection of gourmet hand-tossed pizza. Savor our famous signature Brooklyn Pie – made from fresh plum tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, virgin olive oil, and fresh basil then cooked to perfection,as well as our homemade dolce & our fresh brewed cappuccino. Our savory dishes from seafood to pizza makes so us -“Sempre Delizio". Grazie! Fami

6. Mistral

4.6

Exceptional(3152)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Princeton

Booked 41 times today

Located in the heart of downtown Princeton, Mistral offers a stunning mix of taste, style and atmosphere. Chef Scott Anderson places 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.Now offering a full menu of beer, wine and cocktails for our guests, Mistral’s guests will enjoy a full craft cocktail menu that is both unexpected and attuned to chef Anderson's local and seasonal ethos as well as an extensive craft beer and wine offering with the open of Mistral’s bar

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7. Ristorante LUCCA & Piano Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(480)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bordentown

Booked 19 times today

Ristorante LUCCA serves elevated Italian fare that marries regional delicacies with the exacting standards of global culinary excellence. Our menu showcases our old-school obsession with serving only the best, most premier dishes from across the Italian peninsula, in a modern, forward-thinking fashion. Service to excess is standard at Ristorante LUCCA. From table-side preparation, to expertly guided wine pairings, to our emphasis on remembering the subtle details about our valued VIP guests, we make every experience at Ristorante LUCCA unforgettable.The night does not have to end at dinner, as we welcome our guests into the Piano Lounge, where world-class musicians capture the room with awe-inspiring talent and ambiance that is evocative of a more luxurious era.

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8. Aspendos Mediterranean Cuisine

4.6

Exceptional(85)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Princeton

Booked 12 times today

Introducing the newest addition to the culinary scene, a Mediterranean restaurant with a rich history of flavors and traditionsThe restaurant is the brainchild of two brothers with over 20 years of experience in the food industry, and this marks their fourth establishment. With their expertise and passion for authentic Mediterranean cuisine, they have crafted a menu that showcases the best of their culinary expertise. From savory appetizers to mouth-watering entrees, every dish is carefully prepared using only the freshest and finest ingredients. The menu features a range of Mediterranean favorites such as hummus, bowl salad, crispy octopus , tirit (Göbekli Tepe), margarita, roll baklava and more. Whether you're looking for a quick lunch or a relaxed dinner with friends and family, this new restaurant offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that is sure to please.

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9. Elements Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(2048)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Princeton

Booked 2 times today

Executive Chef Scott Anderson chose the name "elements" for the restaurant because he is passionate about sourcing fresh, local, organic ingredients and sustainably raised meats and seafood. He wants the very elements of your meal to play a major role in the taste of it. Then he and his team work to reveal the complementary flavor dimensions inherent in the elements by skillfully combining them—often in edgy new ways. Restaurant menus change constantly here, making this the dinner restaurant that is excitingly different every time you return. If you're a foodie, you want to know where—and how--your food grew. It's fascinating, it's a good health practice and it provides extra pleasure from everyday experiences, like a meal with friends. elements is the American restaurant serving local steak and seafood, but with global influences in seasoning and cooking methods. A true culinary adventure!

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10. Harpoon Willy's - Robbinsville

4.1

Excellent(64)

Price: Expensive

• American • Robbinsville

Booked 32 times today

Harpoon Willy’s is widely recognized as a port of unforgettable hospitality on the Manasquan River, set inside an establishment that’s seen more than two centuries of history.As we continue expanding near and far from our waterfront roots, we’re committed to creating a familiar experience that captures the essence of warmth, comfort and quality dining. Whether your journey brings you to Harpoon Willy’s for a delicious burger or seafood with friends, a cozy fireside chat, or a drink at the bar after a day of adventure, you’re invited to relax, unwind, and embrace the spirit of rustic, riverside charm.

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22 restaurants available nearby

1. Grazie Bistro

2. Acacia of Lawrenceville

3. Amalfi's Kitchen & Bar

4. Laurea

5. Piccolo Trattoria - Pennington

6. Mistral

7. Ristorante LUCCA & Piano Lounge

8. Aspendos Mediterranean Cuisine

9. Elements Restaurant

10. Harpoon Willy's - Robbinsville

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