🍴 Princeton Restaurant Week March 1st – 6th! 🍴
View our specials!
Holiday Hours:
New Years Eve: Food service from 7am-10pm, then bar service until 1:30am
New Years Day: Open 7am-11am
❗We will be CLOSED after 6 p.m. on 9/19/25 for a private event❗
❗Due to the heat advisory, the patio will be CLOSED 7/25/25❗
But don’t sweat it! Tonight’s live music from 6pm-9pm with Paul Plumeri will be moving indoors so the good vibes (and cool AC) can keep going!
Yankee Doodle Tap Room
Dine, Drink, and Experience History at Princeton’s Oldest Tavern
Open Daily 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
With extended evening hours at the bar
Serving brunch on weekends and $5 Happy Hour Mon-Fri
All menus are offered in the Yankee Doodle Tap Room only and are subject to change.
Happy Hour!
Monday-Friday 3pm-6pm
Enjoy 5 $5 deals, 5 days a week:
Yuengling
Yankee Doodle Ale
House red or white wine
House liquor
Shot of the day
Pub Grub Special:
Fried Mozz Triangles | $8
Coconut Shrimp | $9
Flatbread | $9 each
Nassau Corn Dog | $4
Cheese Sliders | $4 each
Yankee Doodle Tap Room Named One of America’s Most Historic Bars
We’re proud to be recognized by Historic Hotels of America on their 2025 list of the Top 25 Most Historic Bars, Taverns, and Speakeasies. → Read the full press release HERE!!
Dine
At the legendary Yankee Doodle Tap Room
Enjoy American gastropub fare, craft beers, and seasonal cocktails on the Tap Room patio overlooking Palmer Square, or take a seat at the historic bar beneath the 13-foot Norman Rockwell mural and admire our distinguished Princeton University Alumni Wall.
Cheers to a Legendary Party
Reserve your large party Happy Hour!
Gather your colleagues, connect with friends, or host a memorable alumni reunion over tasty bites and handcrafted cocktails. Looking to add a spirited team-building twist? Ask us about the Princeton Revolutionary Pub Crawl!
Specialty Beers
The finest selection in town!
Come taste our 16 unique craft beers on tap!
Tuesdays Are for the Family!
Your new favorite weekly tradition.
Bring the whole crew out for a night everyone can enjoy! Kids eat FREE with the purchase of an adult entrée.
(Available during dinner service only. One free kids’ meal per adult entrée purchased.)
Beginning 9/16
Dine
At The legendary Yankee Doodle Tap Room
At tables parked invitingly close to the fireplace or out on the bustling patio overlooking Palmer Square, guests enjoy modern American gastropub cuisine complemented by 16 craft beers on tap, an excellent wine list and signature seasonal libations. Pull up a seat at the historic bar to admire the thirteen-foot, original Norman Rockwell mural in all its glory!
Specialty Beers
Come sample our 16 distinctly different craft beers on tap.
Cheers to a Legendary Party
Reserve your large party Happy Hour!
Looking for the perfect spot to unwind with your favorite people? Our vibrant atmosphere, tasty bites, and handcrafted cocktails set the stage for an unforgettable Happy Hour experience. Ask about adding the Princeton Revolutionary Pub Crawl to your event. Start and finish at Princeton’s oldest pub and exploring real revolutionary sites, hear insider stories, and enjoy other historic pubs along the way. What are you waiting for? Gather your crew!
Cheers to a Legendary Party
Reserve your large party Happy Hour!
Looking for the perfect spot to unwind with your favorite people? Our vibrant atmosphere, tasty bites, and handcrafted cocktails set the stage for an unforgettable Happy Hour experience. Ask about adding the Princeton Revolutionary Pub Crawl to your event. Start and finish at Princeton’s oldest pub and exploring real revolutionary sites, hear insider stories, and enjoy other historic pubs along the way. What are you waiting for? Gather your crew!
*For a convenient accessible route to the restaurant, park in the Hulfish Garage (11 Hulfish Street) or the Chambers Garage (25 Chambers Street). Metered parking is also available.
Events
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☘️St. Patrick’s Specials at the YDTR ☘️
March 15, 2026
Event DetailsCelebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Tap Room with seasonal favorites and festive pours available from March 15th through 17th. Enjoy our Corned Beef & Cabbage special along with deals on Guinness pints, Green Tea shots, and Irish Mules.
On Sunday, March 15th at 7:00 PM we will have live music from a local Irish group.
With good music, festive spirits, and plenty of craic, it’s the perfect way to embrace the holiday!
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Spring Fling Mixology with YDTR
March 19, 2026
Event DetailsBlossom into the new season at our Spring Fling Mixology Class with the Yankee Doodle Tap Room. Sip, shake, and stir your way through an interactive evening led by bartenders John Ryan and Justin, where you’ll learn how to craft three spring–inspired cocktails.
While mixing, enjoy curated food samplings from our Large Group Happy Hour menu.
Join us on March 19th at 5:30 PM, come ready to shake off winter and toast to longer days!
Reserve your tickets on Resy today!