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The Cranbury Inn, Cranbury, NJ

The Cranbury Inn

4.2
4.2
79 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
The Cranbury Inn is certain to be your favorite gathering spot for lunch, dinner, and special celebrations. As the new owners of the Cranbury Inn, it is our privilege to uphold the rich legacy of the historic Cranbury Inn by restoring and retaining the history while also creating a welcoming place for friends, old and new. We welcome you to join us for a great meal in our spacious dining room or a celebratory beverage in our reimagined bar space which gives a familiar nod to the past and a welcoming wink toward the future. Our extensive wine list and full-service bar are being expanded to exponentially increase your options so, expect to be impressed by our vast offerings including 24 wines on tap as well as over 250 craft beers.

Additional information

  • Location
    21 S Main St, Cranbury, NJ 08512
  • Phone number
    (609) 655-5595
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Prime Rib
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

Experiences

  • Brunch with the Easter Bunny!

    Apr 19, 2025 only
    Hop on over for Brunch with the Easter Bunny! Photos & Fun! 11-2p.m Order brunch from our regular Brunch Menu!
    Brunch with the Easter Bunny! Photo

  • Beer Dinner Featuring Twin Elephant Brewing

    $49.00 per person

    Mar 11, 2025 only
    Join us for a wonderful evening featuring Twin Elephant Brewing Company! Beer Pairings: Fuzzy Duckling Hefeweizen (Appetizer) A light and refreshing wheat beer to start the evening, paired with reuben tater tots Adios Pantalones Mexican Lager (Salad) This crisp lager pairs with a spring salad with romaine, mandarin, walnut, goat cheese, cranberry, and lemon vinaigrette, complementing the lightness and fresh flavors. Nosh American IPA (Entrée) A hop-forward IPA, paired with a tender 4 oz filet, perfectly seared in a cast iron pan with rich beef tallow, topped with creamy blue cheese. Served with a side of caramelized roasted Brussels sprouts. S'mores Borg Imperial S'mores Stout (Dessert) A decadent stout with rich, roasted flavors, paired with a chocolate marble baby cheesecake with an Oreo crust dipped in ganache and topped with vanilla frosting. A sweet, indulgent way to end the meal.

  • The Cranbury Inn Comedy Night!

    $25.00 per person

    Apr 5, 2025 only
    Get ready to laugh! 😂 Comedy Night returns to the Cranbury Inn on April 5th at 7 PM. Grab your tickets and prepare for a hilarious evening! Come in early for dinner! $25/ticket and 2 item minimum.

Menu

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What 79 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Middlesex

    Great for brunch

  • Middlesex

    Kid-friendly

  • Middlesex

    Good for groups

  • Middlesex

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Cranbury Inn offers a charming historic atmosphere and "excellent food," praised for its "attentive service" and varied menu. Highlights include "outstanding menu choices," especially for vegetarians, and a beautiful bar area with great wine options. While some diners noted slow service and staffing issues, the overall experience remains positive with "delicious" meals and accommodating staff.

79 Reviews

  1. Robert

    New Jersey1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A very enjoyable dining experience. The food was fantastic, and wonderful service!

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  2. Joseph VIP

    New York City79 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service and delicious, perfectly prepared food. The best wine deals in NJ! The staff works seamlessly as a team to create an outstanding dining experience.
    The Cranbury InnResponded on February 21, 2025
    Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed our food, service and wine list. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to see you again soon!"

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  3. Robert VIP

    Atlantic City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Not prepared for Valentines Day. Way overbooked. We were put in some upstairs overflow area overlooking the liquor store. Not very romantic. Took a while to even set the tables. We left without ordering. Very disappointing.

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  4. Nancy

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very busy on Valentine’s Day, but they handled it well! We waited at the bar and had a drink before our table was ready. We sat upstairs where it was quiet and very pretty! Great service, delicious food (we had the surf & turf special), and took our dessert home as the food portion was quite large. Also, Shray in the liquor store portion of the establishment was very knowledgeable and so kind. Looking forward to our next visit!
    The Cranbury InnResponded on February 21, 2025
    We're delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience on Valentine's Day! We know it was a busy night, and we're glad our team handled it well. It's fantastic that you enjoyed the upstairs ambiance, the surf & turf special, and Shray's assistance. We can't wait to welcome you back!"

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  5. Hema

    Las Vegas1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The overall experience was great. We went for Valentine’s Day dinner. At first we felt the staff was overwhelmed and could not seat us though we had reserved in advance. We found a table ourselves and got seated. But the service was great after that. The food was delicious and the dessert was awesome!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New Jersey2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Because of the plethra of dinners the menu was cut down. Food was good. Couldn't have my favorites.

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  7. diane VIP

    New York City19 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We were a party of 7 and it took awhile to be served…food was very good but they told us they ran out of butter and coffee was poor!

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  8. John

    Coastal Georgia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are new to the area, moved in late October. This was our first time here. The food and service were excellent. We will definitely be going back.

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  9. Kayla

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was ok but the service was very slow. We went for brunch. When it did come out my omelette was cold and toast was dried out. Coffee also came out cold although the server did make a fresh pot for me when I asked.

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  10. Joyce

    Atlantic City16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice place for a friends or family brunch. Very cozy and you're not rushed. Bruch menu and cocktails are great. Ambiance is just active enough where you can have fun and still hear each other talk. Highly recommend.

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FAQs

The Cranbury Inn offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 655-5595.

The Cranbury Inn is rated 4.2 stars by 79 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 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Cranbury Inn

21 S Main St, Cranbury, NJ 08512

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (609) 655-5595
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Prime Rib
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:30 am–2:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
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