Pasta and Dessert at Metro North (Princeton)

CHICKEN SALTIMBUCCA W/ PROSCIUTTO AND SPINACH AND WHOLE WHEAT PENNE ($13); MOLTEN LAVA CHOCOLATE CAKE ($10)

Metro North offers a great selection of American and Italian dishes. Their steak, chicken, pasta, and seafood entrées are always flavorful and never disappointing! I absolutely love the atmosphere, it's so comfortable, warm, and not-crowded. It even has a great fireplace.

The main dishes are never sparing in major ingredients. Notice in my chicken pasta dish above, there is an abundance of garlic. Never lacking in herbs and ingredients.
Their appetizers are very diverse and, of course, tasty. Great for a large group of people.
The dessert menu has a standard price, but the chocolate lava cake is served hot (prepared fresh after ordering) and the ice cream and fruit / cream pairs well with the sweet, warm chocolate.

Price: $7-$15
Metro North's Homepage
378 Alexander Street, Princeton, NJ 08540, USA (Central NJ)

Taiwanese Buffet at Asia Buffet

BEEF NOODLE SOUP,  PORK RICE, DUMPLINGS, DOUGH STICKS

One of the few Taiwanese buffets out there! It's only $7 for lunch, and $13 for dinner and weekends (prices may vary, I'm not too positive!). They have traditional Taiwanese dishes (beef noodle soup, pork rice dishes), Dimsum, Chinese dishes (lo mein, fried rice, dumplings, general tso's), Japanese Sushi, dessert, soft serve ice cream, and shaved ice!

Note: try the Peking Duck (it has a soft, thick chinese bread as a wrap, instead of the usual thin wrap), and beef noodle soup! Also, there is a little traditional Taiwanese red bean pastry that is delicious! Flaky yet crunchy on the outside, and sweet on the inside.

PRICE: $7 (Weekday Lunch)/$10 (Weekday Dinner); $11 (Weekend Lunch)/$13 (Weekend Dinner)

368 Hwy 33, Hamilton Township, NJ 08619 (Central NJ)

Brunch at Sarabeth's

Absolutely amazing brunch restaurant! One of my favorites in New York City (serving Sat-Sun 8am-4pm). This was one of their $19 brunch specials that has a bit of everything, including fluffy/perfect pancakes, thick scrambled eggs (cooked with a little bit of cream), a couple strips of bacon, a sausage link, and potatoes! Naturally, there are far more options, but I would highly recommend going! Try to go early if you have more in your party, as there could be a longer wait. If you have 2-3 in your group, it should be easier to seat even if there is a line :D

Other locations: Central Park South, Tribeca (lower west side), and Upper West Side

Sarabeth's Upper East Side Homepage
1295 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10128 (Madison Avenue between 92nd and 93rd St.)

Sushi Buffet at Sushi Palace

All you can eat sushi, including: sashimi, and hot foods (teriyaki, udon, gyoza, shumai, edamame, tempura, seaweed salad) and dessert (ice cream, fruit)! It's also BYOB, which is cheaper than buying alcohol at any restaurant. It's extremely reasonably priced at $19.95/person on weekdays, and $21.95/person on weekends.

Must try: Spicy Seaweed Salad. I've never seen it at any other restaurant.
Service comment: the waitresses may not speak english very well, and they may be rushed! Basically, you may not expect the best service...but the food is worth it!

Sushi Palace's Homepage
Locations in Central Jersey: Princeton, Edison, Somerville, Red Bank & Middletown

Ultimate Kobe Beef Burger at Winberie's

This is one of my favorite burger places! It may be a little pricey at $16 (the most expensive burger on their menu), but it is definitely worth it! It has truffled mayonnaise, swiss cheese, shiitake mushrooms, arugula, and tomatoes. It also comes with chips or fries and a pickle on the side. (Note: the picture is of a very rare burger. I like them bloody!)

Monday special: $17 for the burger AND a draft of beer! :D

Winberie's Princeton Homepage
1 Palmer Square East #1, Princeton, NJ 08542

Spaghetti Bolognese at Radicchio Pasta & Risotto

My favorite pasta place, specifically for Spaghetti Bolognese, because the pasta is hand drawn and fresh! $16 for this dish, and the bread/butter/olive oil as a (free) starter is very refreshing and delicious!

Radicchio Pasta & Risotto's Website

52nd St and 2nd Ave (Midtown NYC)