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La Mezzaluna, Princeton, NJ

La Mezzaluna

4.6
4.6
1800 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
La Mezzaluna is an Italian Restaurant located in the heart of downtown Princeton, NJ. We are your premier choice for exquisite dining and service. Using the finest and freshest seasonal local ingredients, our menu has earned its reputation for mouth-watering regional Italian cuisine and flavors.

We have been in Princeton for over 15 years and our food is adored by both locals and tourists alike. Our menu changes seasonally and we offer special dishes during major holidays.

Additional information

  • Location
    25 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 8542
  • Phone number
    (609) 688-8515
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage located around the corner from the restaurant on Spring Street. Street parking is available on Witherspoon Street and there is a metered lot next to the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Moriello

Menu

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What 1,800 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Mercer

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Mezzaluna in Princeton is a beloved neighborhood gem praised for its "terrific food" and "quiet ambiance." It's a BYOB establishment conveniently located near a wine shop. Diners highlight the "exceptional food" and "attentive service," recommending dishes like eggplant rollatini and burrata. However, some noted occasional slow service.

1,800 Reviews

  1. Theresa

    VIP

    New Jersey

    26 reviews

    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was excellent Waiter was great but service slow

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  2. Lea

    New Jersey

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We tried Mezzaluna last year for restaurant week and were unimpressed, but thought we'd give it another go. The experiences were very similar. The food is ok, but unfortunately just did not wow and certainly would not justify the usual prices. Servers were very kind, but service was slow. The interior of the restaurant could definitely use a refresh. As much as we prefer to support local businesses, I don't think we'll be back any time soon.

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  3. Katie

    New Jersey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    charming, friendly, good food, make sure to BYOB or buy next door

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  4. George

    VIP

    New York City

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I enjoyed a superb early dinner this past Sunday, February 23 at La Mezzaluna. Just steps away from the beautiful campus of Princeton University, this restaurant is a gem in this great dining town. Food, service and ambience were all outstanding. As an appetizer, we shared a delicious, and unique, version of calamari, followed by a flavorful, perfectly dressed salad. Our entrees were both specials: a seafood risotto for my wife and a salmon Francese for me. Both dishes were exquisite. For dessert we shared their tiramisu. La Mezzaluna is a BYO restaurant, and they supply fine wine glasses for guests who enjoy wine with meals, as we do. Service was also top notch. William, our lead server, was warm, welcoming and professional throughout our dinner. We look very forward to our next visit to this excellent, authentic Italian restaurant.

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  5. linda

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A favorite spot to gather with family and friends, in a charming setting, with attentive staff and delicious food.

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  6. Nancy

    New York City

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Definitely go! Food was excellent. A really great value. BYOB.

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  7. Ali

    New Jersey

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    By far the best Italian food I’ve ever had. Must try: Eggplant Rollantini, Burrata and Cannelloni. Friendly staff. Hope to dine again there soon

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  8. Danielle

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food with engaged servers and BYO what is not to love. Could not believe how reasonably priced it was for the quality of the food.

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  9. Rose

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We were only 3 people and we were seated at the last table in the back next to the kitchen at a big table for 6 people that was closed off from the restaurant. Didn’t get to experience the atmosphere of the restaurant and felt like dining separately from everyone in the restaurant. The food and service was excellent.

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  10. Sarajane

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love eating at Mezzaluna for lunch. The food is excellent and the service was so friendly. It is also centrally located in Princeton with two parking lots near by.

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FAQs

La Mezzaluna offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 688-8515.

La Mezzaluna is rated 4.6 stars by 1800 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for La Mezzaluna

25 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 8542

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (609) 688-8515
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a parking garage located around the corner from the restaurant on Spring Street. Street parking is available on Witherspoon Street and there is a metered lot next to the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Moriello
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