We had a beautiful and delicious night here! Our waitress Erin was so sweet and attentive. We really enjoyed every aspect of our meal, from the drinks to the appetizers to the meal and dessert. Nice atmosphere, great service and all around a nice night.
DKoll
It's a nice restaurant. There is a good selection. We were not very hungry so it was a burger and fries for me and an appetizer for my better half. The fries were old and reheated. Bottom of the bag. The burger was good. The Buffalo Mozzarella was good too. I should have ordered a salad instead of the fries.
Lauren Davis
I had a severe allergic reaction to food from this restaurant. I gave them information about my allergy in advance and even asked for allergy information to be confirmed with the chef. In addition to this serious issue, there were also teenagers that threw ice multiple times from the balcony on to our table. When I spoke to the manager many days later - as they did not call back right away, they gave a lackluster apology and questioned why I didn’t take the time to report my allergic reaction that evening while I was having the reaction (it would have been impossible as I was having a reaction). I am disappointed in both the issues with cross contamination and the follow up response. I held off on this review in hopes they would be able to rectify the situation. Unfortunately, we will not be visiting this restaurant again which is disappointing because we really enjoyed our first dining experience here.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Allan Louitilien
The waiter « Kylie » (if I am wrong), she is very professional. The place is very nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
brian frayne
Great service good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
zachary godfrey
Appetizers were good , pasta was very plain , steak was super bland like there was no seasoning at all and extremely burnt
Jessica Devera
Decided to give this place a try . They are centrally located inside the middle of a hotel . Our server was great very attentive and great since of humor . Now whenever I’m trying something new I love to order a few different things . The Ambiance is casual but semi upscale feel . My husband ordered the pork chop ( one big chop ) so good with all the pairings . I went with octopus brasato( delicious, perfectly cooked and full of flavors) the Garlic Cristoni holy cow that was a delicious bite . I also had the pasta pomodoro ( very simple dish but flavors were on point) . We truly enjoyed our dinner and definitely would consider coming back although it’s pretty far from us .
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Blizzard
I recently had the unfortunate experience of celebrating Valentine's dinner at Laurea, and the evening was nothing short of a culinary disaster. For the hefty price tag of $200 for two people, the meal was a far cry from the romantic and delightful experience we had hoped for. 1. **Stale and Lifeless Pastas:** The pasta dishes at Laurea were a major letdown. Each bite felt like a journey into disappointment as the pastas were served cold and dry, reminiscent of leftovers that had lost their appeal hours ago. 2. **Misleading Vegetarian Options:** Despite inquiring about vegetarian options and being assured of plenty by our waitress, the reality was quite the opposite. The actual selection of vegetarian dishes was disappointingly limited, leaving us with few choices and a sense of false advertising. 3. **Cold and Soggy Pizzas:** The pizza situation was equally disheartening. Instead of having fresh slices available, Laurea opted to replace the pizzas only after the entire pie was devoured. This resulted in cold, soggy slices that failed to capture the essence of authentic Italian cuisine. 4. **Dessert Dilemma:** The dessert selection at Laurea left much to be desired. With minimal variety, the lackluster options failed to provide the sweet and satisfying conclusion one expects from a fine dining establishment. 5. **Fruitless Experience:** Surprisingly for an Italian restaurant, Laurea lacked any presence of fruits on its menu. This absence only added to the monotony of the meal and raised questions about the authenticity of the dining experience. 6. **Flat Champagne, Cheap Sensation:** To top it all off, the complimentary champagne lacked any fizz, resembling a cheap supermarket find rather than a thoughtful addition to a special Valentine's dinner. It was a disappointing touch that failed to enhance the overall dining experience. In summary, Laurea fell far short of its reputation and the pri
IonaH
The food was excellent. Our tradition is to go out for a “fancy” breakfast on Valentines Day. This year we chose Laurel, and it did not disappoint. And our server was so lovely and charming.
AudreyS
We had a birthday celebration for our fifteen year old and everyone had an enjoyable evening. Christine was our waitress and she explained the menu and special s and was very kind and attentive.
Our experience at Laurea was top notch. John was very very thoughtful, entertaining, and sincerely interested in assuring that we had a great time, which we did. The suggestions from our server Sabina were spot on. The seats that John gave us by the water falls were an excellent choice. John even used his contact list to offer to “find a guy” to deliver top spoil to my home; much appreciated, John.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Mater Dei John was exceptionally helpful and very friendly. Thank you John for seating us near the water falls (LOL). And thank you John for using your contact list to “find a guy” to deliver mulch to my house. (LOL). The recommendations from the server Sabrina were spot on. I never thought that a “hotel restaurant” could be so great, but this certainly was. We will plan to return soon, hoping that John will be working again that night.
Tbart
We had the trout which first arrived very over cooked. We did receive a second order and it was delicious. The shaved Brussels sprouts salad was bright, tasty and they split it for us. Our server was very good, attentive without hovering clear plates. Overall, a lovely evening...we will come again.
pak375
Great restaurant...great food....exceptional service. Definitely a must especially if you're staying at the Hyatt Regency Princeton.
Krista L
My husband and I visited Laurea at the Hyatt in Princeton after our flight was canceled in Philly and we were diverted to Trenton for a flight the next morning. We were tired, hungry, and grumpy when we arrived around 9 PM. Once we were seated, we were greeted by John Romano, the restaurant manager, who chatted with us for a few minutes and listened to our long story about our canceled flight, late baggage, and extra driving. John treated us to a round of drinks to help change our night’s negative course and checked in multiple times during our dinner. He spent some time getting to know us and even provided vouchers for free breakfast the next day. John was phenomal (our angel in a bad evening). I would highly recommend this restaurant to others passing through Princeton. Great service, great food, and really close to the Trenton airport if you lose your way in Philly!!!
We had a beautiful and delicious night here! Our waitress Erin was so sweet and attentive. We really enjoyed every aspect of our meal, from the drinks to the appetizers to the meal and dessert. Nice atmosphere, great service and all around a nice night.
It's a nice restaurant. There is a good selection. We were not very hungry so it was a burger and fries for me and an appetizer for my better half. The fries were old and reheated. Bottom of the bag. The burger was good. The Buffalo Mozzarella was good too. I should have ordered a salad instead of the fries.
I had a severe allergic reaction to food from this restaurant. I gave them information about my allergy in advance and even asked for allergy information to be confirmed with the chef. In addition to this serious issue, there were also teenagers that threw ice multiple times from the balcony on to our table. When I spoke to the manager many days later - as they did not call back right away, they gave a lackluster apology and questioned why I didn’t take the time to report my allergic reaction that evening while I was having the reaction (it would have been impossible as I was having a reaction). I am disappointed in both the issues with cross contamination and the follow up response. I held off on this review in hopes they would be able to rectify the situation. Unfortunately, we will not be visiting this restaurant again which is disappointing because we really enjoyed our first dining experience here.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The waiter « Kylie » (if I am wrong), she is very professional. The place is very nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great service good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Appetizers were good , pasta was very plain , steak was super bland like there was no seasoning at all and extremely burnt
Decided to give this place a try . They are centrally located inside the middle of a hotel . Our server was great very attentive and great since of humor . Now whenever I’m trying something new I love to order a few different things . The Ambiance is casual but semi upscale feel . My husband ordered the pork chop ( one big chop ) so good with all the pairings . I went with octopus brasato( delicious, perfectly cooked and full of flavors) the Garlic Cristoni holy cow that was a delicious bite . I also had the pasta pomodoro ( very simple dish but flavors were on point) . We truly enjoyed our dinner and definitely would consider coming back although it’s pretty far from us .
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
I recently had the unfortunate experience of celebrating Valentine's dinner at Laurea, and the evening was nothing short of a culinary disaster. For the hefty price tag of $200 for two people, the meal was a far cry from the romantic and delightful experience we had hoped for. 1. **Stale and Lifeless Pastas:** The pasta dishes at Laurea were a major letdown. Each bite felt like a journey into disappointment as the pastas were served cold and dry, reminiscent of leftovers that had lost their appeal hours ago. 2. **Misleading Vegetarian Options:** Despite inquiring about vegetarian options and being assured of plenty by our waitress, the reality was quite the opposite. The actual selection of vegetarian dishes was disappointingly limited, leaving us with few choices and a sense of false advertising. 3. **Cold and Soggy Pizzas:** The pizza situation was equally disheartening. Instead of having fresh slices available, Laurea opted to replace the pizzas only after the entire pie was devoured. This resulted in cold, soggy slices that failed to capture the essence of authentic Italian cuisine. 4. **Dessert Dilemma:** The dessert selection at Laurea left much to be desired. With minimal variety, the lackluster options failed to provide the sweet and satisfying conclusion one expects from a fine dining establishment. 5. **Fruitless Experience:** Surprisingly for an Italian restaurant, Laurea lacked any presence of fruits on its menu. This absence only added to the monotony of the meal and raised questions about the authenticity of the dining experience. 6. **Flat Champagne, Cheap Sensation:** To top it all off, the complimentary champagne lacked any fizz, resembling a cheap supermarket find rather than a thoughtful addition to a special Valentine's dinner. It was a disappointing touch that failed to enhance the overall dining experience. In summary, Laurea fell far short of its reputation and the pri
The food was excellent. Our tradition is to go out for a “fancy” breakfast on Valentines Day. This year we chose Laurel, and it did not disappoint. And our server was so lovely and charming.
We had a birthday celebration for our fifteen year old and everyone had an enjoyable evening. Christine was our waitress and she explained the menu and special s and was very kind and attentive.
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Our experience at Laurea was top notch. John was very very thoughtful, entertaining, and sincerely interested in assuring that we had a great time, which we did. The suggestions from our server Sabina were spot on. The seats that John gave us by the water falls were an excellent choice. John even used his contact list to offer to “find a guy” to deliver top spoil to my home; much appreciated, John.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Mater Dei John was exceptionally helpful and very friendly. Thank you John for seating us near the water falls (LOL). And thank you John for using your contact list to “find a guy” to deliver mulch to my house. (LOL). The recommendations from the server Sabrina were spot on. I never thought that a “hotel restaurant” could be so great, but this certainly was. We will plan to return soon, hoping that John will be working again that night.
We had the trout which first arrived very over cooked. We did receive a second order and it was delicious. The shaved Brussels sprouts salad was bright, tasty and they split it for us. Our server was very good, attentive without hovering clear plates. Overall, a lovely evening...we will come again.
Great restaurant...great food....exceptional service. Definitely a must especially if you're staying at the Hyatt Regency Princeton.
My husband and I visited Laurea at the Hyatt in Princeton after our flight was canceled in Philly and we were diverted to Trenton for a flight the next morning. We were tired, hungry, and grumpy when we arrived around 9 PM. Once we were seated, we were greeted by John Romano, the restaurant manager, who chatted with us for a few minutes and listened to our long story about our canceled flight, late baggage, and extra driving. John treated us to a round of drinks to help change our night’s negative course and checked in multiple times during our dinner. He spent some time getting to know us and even provided vouchers for free breakfast the next day. John was phenomal (our angel in a bad evening). I would highly recommend this restaurant to others passing through Princeton. Great service, great food, and really close to the Trenton airport if you lose your way in Philly!!!