Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture

Name: Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture
Address: 16 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, NJ, United States, 08619
Telephone: (609) 584-7800
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.3

4.3

8566 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary French

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2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions

Rat’s Restaurant is the perfect dining destination. Named for the fabled entertaining character in Kenneth Graham’s children’s classic, The Wind in the Willows, Rat’s Restaurant is designed to give visitors the sense they have stepped into a village reminiscent of the impressionist painter Claude Monet’s beloved town of Giverny. Rustic fireplaces, country French cuisine, seasonal hand-crafted cocktails and an eclectic beer and wine list are just the beginning. Regarded as one of the most romantic and beautiful restaurants in our region, Rat’s was named Philadelphia Magazine’s “Most Romantic Restaurant. Rats Restaurant and catering is proudly managed by Constellation Culinary.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French
Hours of Operation
Lunch Thu–Sun 11:00 am–2:45 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(609) 584-7800
Website
http://www.ratsrestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Jules Odum
Catering
Rat’s Restaurant and Ground For Sculpture offers a full complement of resources and services for a wide range of social, private, and corporate functions. So many events—from weddings and holiday parties to meetings & trade shows have been inspired by the unique interplay of nature and art. Only the unparalleled service and dedicated staff’s attention to detail rival the setting itself. Rat's provides award-winning menus for groups up to 200 with flexible space and tiered food and beverage packages that may be customized to your specific need and budget <br />
Private party facilities
When looking to host a memorable affair, Rat’s Restaurant at Grounds for Sculpture is the ultimate venue for a unique and elegant event. Whether planning a small wedding, intimate cocktail party, or corporate dinner, Rat’s private dining rooms, lounges, and outdoor spaces is just right!

Location
16 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, NJ 08619
Neighbourhood
Princeton
Cross Street
Sculpture Way
Parking details
Abundant parking is available in our private parking lot.
Public transit
Less than 3 miles from the Hamilton, NJ Amtrak/NJ Transit complex
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Dinner before the Show
US$35.00 per person
Mar 13, 2025 only
Live comedy nights has returned to Rat's! Join us for dinner before the laughs at the show and get 10% off your meal. Shows starts at 8 pm, we recommend reservations to be between 5-6 pm before the show. *Price reflects on here is ONLY the price of ticket not the price of meal. Tax and gratuity not included.
Rat's Comedy Night
US$35.00 per person
Prepaid
Feb 6, 2025 only
8:00 p.m.
Comedy Nights are back! Join us for some laughs with Helene Angley and others. Doors open at 7:30 pm show starts at 8 pm. If you would like to join us for dinner before the show at 10% off, please make a separate reservation no later that 6:30pm and let your server know that you are attending the show.
Dinner before the Show
US$35.00 per person
Feb 6, 2025 only
Live comedy nights has returned to Rat's! Join us for dinner before the laughs at the show and get 10% off your meal. Shows starts at 8 pm, we recommend reservations to be between 5-6 pm before the show. *Price reflects on here is ONLY the price of ticket not the price of meal. Tax and gratuity not included.

Popular dishes

Spiced Apricot MartiniUS$15.00
new amsterdam gin, apricot liqueur, pumpkin spice, simple syrup, apricot nectar, lime juice
Fig & Thyme ShrubUS$14.00
figenza vodka, lime juice, fig thyme shrub, club, cinnamon sugar rim
Plum Old FashionUS$15.00
bulleit rye, ume plum liqueur, plum bitters, plum simple syrup
Apple Cider SidecarUS$14.00
bushel calvados, cointreau, lemon juice, apple cider, maple syrup, cinnamon dusted apple slice garnish
Midnight in ManhattanUS$15.00
maker's mark, averna amaro, orange bitters
Harvest SangriaUS$14.00
brandy, orange liqueur, house wine, seasonal fruits
Mango MargaritaUS$15.00
red cadillac tequila, cointreau, fresh lime, simple syrup
Ruby MargaritaUS$14.00
mi campo reposado tequila, cointreau, lime juice, apricot butter simple syrup, muddled habanero, red wine

Beer

Draft

Brooklyn LagerUS$8.00
Ommegang 'Witte'US$8.00
Troegs Seasonal IPAUS$9.00
Rotating Local Hazy IPAUS$9.00
Seasonal SelectionUS$8.00
Stella ArtoisUS$7.00
Stone IPAUS$8.00
Sam Adams Boston LagerUS$8.00
Corona ExtraUS$7.00
Bud LightUS$6.00
GuinnessUS$9.00
River Horse 'Trippel Horse'US$9.00
Downeast CidersUS$7.00
Local Craft FeatureUS$9.00
Athletic Non-AlcoholicUS$8.00

Mocktails

Hot Apple CiderUS$6.00
add favorite liqueur
Rosemary LimeadeUS$8.00
fresh lime juice, rosemary simple syrup
Cherry 'Margarita'US$9.00
clean co non alcoholic tequila, tart cherry juice, agave, lime, black salt rim
Pomegranate Citrus PunchUS$8.00
pomegranate, orange juice, lime juice, club soda

Wine

Sparkling

Cava Brut, Segura ViudasUS$13.00
Riesling Sekt Brut, MarkusUS$14.00
Cremant de Bourgogne, Albert BichotUS$16.00
Rosé, Cremant de Bourgogne, Doudet-NaudinUS$17.00
Champagne, Rare, Pieper HeidsieckUS$65.00
Rosé, Domaine de la Sangliere, JulietteUS$13.00
Rosé of Pinot Noir, ArgyleUS$15.00
Viogner, K Vintners, Art Den Hoed VineyardUS$14.00
Grenache Blanc, Ridge VineyardsUS$18.00
Riesling, EroicaUS$14.00
Pinot Bianco, Cantina TerlanoUS$15.00
Sancerre, JM CrochetUS$18.00
Pinot Grigio, KrisUS$13.00
Chardonnay, Trefethen 'Eschol'US$15.00
Chardonnay, Francois LabetUS$19.00
Sauvignon Blanc, YealandsUS$15.00
Grenache, Elizabeth SpencerUS$15.00
Cabernet Franc, Owen Roe 'Mystica'US$19.00
Syrah, Alian VogeUS$17.00
Merlot, Seven MoonsUS$13.00
Pinot Noir, Lemelson 'Thea's Selection'US$18.00
Pinot Noir, GehrickeUS$17.00
Malbec, Tamari ReservaUS$13.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cain 'Cain Cuvee NV13'US$20.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Knotty VinesUS$13.00

What 8,566 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.4Service
4.7Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Mercer
Best Ambience
Mercer
Great for brunch
Mercer
Great for fine wines
Mercer
Great for outdoor dining
Mercer
Romantic
Mercer
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rat's Restaurant at Grounds for Sculpture offers a "unique and beautiful setting" perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "delicious food," with standout dishes like French onion soup and duck confit salad. The charming ambiance often feels "like dining in a fairy tale." However, some guests noted service inconsistencies and menu discrepancies. Overall, it remains a memorable dining experience with a picturesque backdrop.

8,566 Reviews

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John
VIP
New York City
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food and service. Get Amy as your waitress
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Jack Or Patti
New Jersey
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance is amazing- so charming. It makes dining there a memorable experience. The menu is limited but acceptable. The service is excellent. It is pricey., but it’s offset by the “specialness” of Rat’s.
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Susan
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I wish more entree choices but food was excellent
Rats Restaurant - Grounds for SculptureResponded 3 days ago
Hi Susan, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found it to be excellent. We're always looking for ways to improve our menu and your feedback is invaluable in that regard. We're glad that our service met your expectations and we hope to see you again soon at Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture. The Management Team.
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Ben
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great NYE dinner. Website was confusing (said restaurant was closed and New Year's link didn't work) and no one answered the phone to confirm. Otherwise great.
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Mark
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server, Amy, was great. She was attentive and pleasant.
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Tim
Anchorage
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server provided excellent service and ensured my wife and I enjoyed a nice memorable annaversary dinner. The restaurant has awesome ambiance that provides a unique experience with an upscale feel.
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Judith
Philadelphia
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed a delicious lunch on New Year's Eve in a beautiful place! A bit more than we'd usually spend for a lunch out. Service was excellent
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Rose
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went to dinner to celebrate life, family and friends. It was a perfect evening!
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Jean
Washington DC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Disappointed with portion size, presentation and menu options. I was told the frittata was premade so they couldn’t withhold one of the ingredients… The Belgium waffle looked like it could’ve been served at waffle House, alone on a plate with three metal cups containing butter, whipped cream, and jam. every time the waiter filled our water glasses. The pitcher leaked down the side, so there was water all over the table. Not what we were expecting for the cost.
1 person found this helpful
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Michael
VIP
Philadelphia
82 reviews
5.0
82 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great environment, great food and outstanding service,
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FAQs

Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture is rated 4.3 stars by 8566 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 20, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture

16 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, NJ 08619

Additional information

Cross Street
Sculpture Way
Neighbourhood
Princeton
Hours of Operation
Lunch Thu–Sun 11:00 am–2:45 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Abundant parking is available in our private parking lot.
Public transit
Less than 3 miles from the Hamilton, NJ Amtrak/NJ Transit complex
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jules Odum
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ratsrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(609) 584-7800
Catering
Rat’s Restaurant and Ground For Sculpture offers a full complement of resources and services for a wide range of social, private, and corporate functions. So many events—from weddings and holiday parties to meetings & trade shows have been inspired by the unique interplay of nature and art. Only the unparalleled service and dedicated staff’s attention to detail rival the setting itself. Rat's provides award-winning menus for groups up to 200 with flexible space and tiered food and beverage packages that may be customized to your specific need and budget <br />
Private party facilities
When looking to host a memorable affair, Rat’s Restaurant at Grounds for Sculpture is the ultimate venue for a unique and elegant event. Whether planning a small wedding, intimate cocktail party, or corporate dinner, Rat’s private dining rooms, lounges, and outdoor spaces is just right!

Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture

Make a reservation

Additional information

Dinner before the Show

Rat's Comedy Night

Dinner before the Show

French Onion Soup

Crème Brulée

Rat's Rotisserie Chicken

Cocktails

Spiced Apricot MartiniUS$15.00

Fig & Thyme ShrubUS$14.00

Plum Old FashionUS$15.00

Apple Cider SidecarUS$14.00

Midnight in ManhattanUS$15.00

Harvest SangriaUS$14.00

Mango MargaritaUS$15.00

Ruby MargaritaUS$14.00

Beer

Brooklyn LagerUS$8.00

Ommegang 'Witte'US$8.00

Troegs Seasonal IPAUS$9.00

Rotating Local Hazy IPAUS$9.00

Seasonal SelectionUS$8.00

Stella ArtoisUS$7.00

Stone IPAUS$8.00

Sam Adams Boston LagerUS$8.00

Corona ExtraUS$7.00

Bud LightUS$6.00

GuinnessUS$9.00

River Horse 'Trippel Horse'US$9.00

Downeast CidersUS$7.00

Local Craft FeatureUS$9.00

Athletic Non-AlcoholicUS$8.00

Mocktails

Hot Apple CiderUS$6.00

Rosemary LimeadeUS$8.00

Cherry 'Margarita'US$9.00

Pomegranate Citrus PunchUS$8.00

Wine

Cava Brut, Segura ViudasUS$13.00

Riesling Sekt Brut, MarkusUS$14.00

Cremant de Bourgogne, Albert BichotUS$16.00

Rosé, Cremant de Bourgogne, Doudet-NaudinUS$17.00

Champagne, Rare, Pieper HeidsieckUS$65.00

Rosé, Domaine de la Sangliere, JulietteUS$13.00

Rosé of Pinot Noir, ArgyleUS$15.00

Viogner, K Vintners, Art Den Hoed VineyardUS$14.00

Grenache Blanc, Ridge VineyardsUS$18.00

Riesling, EroicaUS$14.00

Pinot Bianco, Cantina TerlanoUS$15.00

Sancerre, JM CrochetUS$18.00

Pinot Grigio, KrisUS$13.00

Chardonnay, Trefethen 'Eschol'US$15.00

Chardonnay, Francois LabetUS$19.00

Sauvignon Blanc, YealandsUS$15.00

Grenache, Elizabeth SpencerUS$15.00

Cabernet Franc, Owen Roe 'Mystica'US$19.00

Syrah, Alian VogeUS$17.00

Merlot, Seven MoonsUS$13.00

Pinot Noir, Lemelson 'Thea's Selection'US$18.00

Pinot Noir, GehrickeUS$17.00

Malbec, Tamari ReservaUS$13.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Cain 'Cain Cuvee NV13'US$20.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Knotty VinesUS$13.00

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