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Laurea, Princeton, NJ

Laurea

4.4 (197)
$30 and under
Italian
102 Carnegie Center, Princeton, NJ 08540-6200

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Christopher Tavares
  • Private party facilities
    2 private dining rooms available.
  • Neighborhood
    Princeton
  • Cross street
    Alexander Road and Route 1
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Entertainment
    Catch A Rising Star Comedy Club and Dinner show.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 197 people are saying

Laurea reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Mercer

    Great for brunch

  • Mercer

    Healthy

  • Mercer

    Great for fine wines

  • Mercer

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Laurea offers a delightful dining experience with "great food, drinks, and service" in a beautiful setting. Known for its "pleasant ambiance" and "very attentive, accommodating service," the restaurant is praised for its knowledgeable staff who handle special requests with ease. Highlights include "delicious appetizers" like calamari and meatballs, and "excellent pasta and pizza dishes."
197 Reviews
  1. Irwin VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is a great addition to Princeton dining. We enjoyed the just arrived Chesapeake Bay soft shell crabs on spaghetti last night and are returning tonight for another treat.

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  2. Lauren

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The cutest hidden gem! I’ve been twice with the most recent time being for Mother’s Day dinner. The place is beautiful with great food, drinks and service. It’s also a plus that there is ample parking. Cannot wait to go back!

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  3. Keith VIP

    Tampa / Central Florida West71 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great except for the food. The garlic crostini appetizer had no garlic flavor and was overwhelmed by the too large hunk of bread. They kindly took it off my check. The pork chop entree was better but the chop was overcooked a bit. The accompanying green beans were just right. The potatoes weren’t worth the calories. The sauce was a simple balsamic glaze with onions. I would have expected more.

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  4. David

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was good xxxxxcccccccccfggffgvgggggggcfffffffffffg

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  5. Lisa

    New York City17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visited with a group of 10 for a birthday celebration. The food was delicious (crab cake sandwiches, swordfish and the ravioli) and the service was incredible!

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  6. Tanya

    New York City11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was okay. Food okay. Every place was booked so we ended up. staff was very accommodating. I guess I’ll return if there’s no where else to go.

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  7. Cari

    New York City1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The calamari and meatballs as an appetizer were delicious. They were cooked well and full of flavor. We would order them again.

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  8. Charles

    Jacksonville4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Not terrible Not earth shattering…… was expecting more - didn’t get it

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  9. Teri VIP

    New Jersey9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Laurea restaurant at the Princeton Hyatt is a favorite venue for social events or a business dinner meeting. It has a pleasant ambiance with comfortable, well-spaced seating areas, a great selection of food/drinks on the menu and a very attentive, accommodating service team. Our questions about certain entrees and food allergies were answered by the chef before we placed our orders. My chopped salad with salmon was fresh and tasty. I asked, and enjoyed mixed berries for dessert, even though it wasn't on the menu. I'll return for another dinner meeting soon!

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  10. Mica

    New York City5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    food wasnt that great for the price, needed more seasoning

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FAQs

Laurea offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 734-4226.

Laurea is rated 4.4 stars by 197 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Laurea

102 Carnegie Center, Princeton, NJ 08540-6200

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Alexander Road and Route 1
  • Neighborhood
    Princeton
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Christopher Tavares
  • Entertainment
    Catch A Rising Star Comedy Club and Dinner show.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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