Lambertville Station Restaurant, Lambertville, NJ:
A Dining Review
Lambertville Station Restaurant
11 Bridge St
Lambertville, NJ
Lambertville Station Restaurant Highlights
Fare: Traditional American
Price: Inexpensive to Expensive
Food Quality: Uses healthy grass-fed beef and fresh local farm to table ingredients. However, preparation of the different menu items tends to be inconsistent.
Service: Welcoming and friendly, though inconsistent during busy weekends.
Ambiance/Decor: The setting is upscale, contemporary, in a restored 19th century train station overlooking the canal and the Delaware River.
Overall Rating: 2 1/2 stars
Note: Four star Rating System from 1/2 Star = poor to Four stars = Best in Class
Noise Level: Moderate
Dress: Casual
Recommended For: Diners who enjoy good traditional American food, upscale, modern ambiance, and convenient parking Lambertville.
Not Recommended For: Diners who prefer casual comfort food, lower prices, and fast service.
Recommended dishes: When available, The Filet Mignon center cut filet topped with caramelized cipollini butter, served over a potato pancake and roasted pepper coulis; The Short Ribs Coffee and chili rubbed with roasted garlic mashed and sauteed spinach; and for lighter fare The Lobster Roll steamed lobster, mayonnaise, celery, onion on a toasted top split roll.
Liquor: Full-service bar with a broad selection of wines by the bottle and glass.
Lambertville Station Restaurant is the largest, most popular, and tourist-friendly dining spot in Lambertville.
Housed in a beautifully restored 19th-century train station, it sits at the end of Bridge Street, offering stunning views of the canal and the Delaware River. The decor blends upscale modern touches with a contemporary flair.
For the best experience, request a table downstairs by the windows, where you can enjoy your meal with a scenic backdrop of the river and canal. There’s also casual dining and live entertainment available at the Station Pub downstairs.
The menu features a range of traditional dishes, from salads and soups to sandwiches, comfort food, and hearty entrees. The kitchen uses healthy, grass-fed beef and fresh, local farm-to-table ingredients, though the preparation and presentation can vary.
The wine cellar boasts over 50 boutique wines, available by the bottle or glass. The restaurant’s stone walls and ceilings, showcasing original 1800s exposed beams, are complemented by contemporary furnishings in rich shades of chocolate and turquoise.
Be prepared for a wait during peak seasons, especially in spring and fall. Service is typically attentive and friendly, though it may feel rushed during busy hours and tourist seasons. Families will find it a kid-friendly place.
In warmer months, enjoy dining on the scenic canal-side terrace. Lambertville Station is open year-round, including holidays like Easter, Mother's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas, and New Year's Day. They also serve a fantastic Sunday Brunch.
(Updated: October 2024
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