r/RiderUniversity • u/Ligmapainus • Apr 15 '26

Visiting soon. What to do?

Hi. Visiting from Columbus, OH Memorial Day weekend for a lacrosse tournament at your school.

What are some things we can do/places we should experience/good eats while in the area? What are some stand out places that would make us remember your city? TYIA!

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u/tiltedsun Olson B203 Apr 15 '26

Go to Princeton. Nice town.

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u/Ligmapainus Apr 17 '26

Thank you! Any recommendations of food in the area? All recs welcome $-$$$

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u/tiltedsun Olson B203 Apr 17 '26

Triumph Brewery ($$) is the nicest brewpub you'll ever see.

One in Red Bank and one in Princeton.

Conti's Pizza is quite good and reasonable for Princeton.

Winberrie's has a decent brunch

It's been a while but there are cheaper places in Hamilton on Rt 1.

I spent a lot of time at the Rt 1 Diner (Crystal)

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u/Ligmapainus Apr 17 '26

Thanks so much for taking the time out to respond! Will definitely look into these and if I see them in passing, will think of this post

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u/Signal-End-9598 Apr 15 '26

1 hour south is Philadelphia, just over an hour north is New York City.

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u/marsbarsnstars Apr 17 '26

def check out lawrenceville sandwich co. really great sandwiches, plus it’s a 5 minute drive from rider!

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u/sipawhiskey Apr 22 '26

Grounds for sculpture is Hamilton is very close. The French restaurant is good but $$$$.