For a long time the Rusty Scupper occupied a spot on Alexander Road in Princeton, before finally shutting down and lying vacant for a couple years. Recently, a restaurant called Metro North opened up, taking the place of the former Rusty Scupper.
Metro North had a nice decor on the inside, giving a warm, fireplace type of feeling. However, at lunch, it was fairly empty and the bartender and staff seemed more intent on preparing for the dinner crowd than attending to the few customers who were there during the daytime. The bar, though small, had a nice setup and the place seemed like it would be nice for an older crowd to give to sip some whiskey with friends later in the evening.
My dad ordered one of the bar specials, a gyro, which he found to be very good. I went with the chicken piccata. Most chicken piccata's have a different preparation, with some having a more butter based sauce and some featuring a more lemon based sauce. This featured a stronger lemon flavor, giving the dish a bit of a sour tinge. The dish was slightly above average, but overall with the lack of personal attention and seemingly unconcerned staff, Metro North failed to stand out.
Chicken Piccata: 6
Staff: 4
Decor: 7.5
Overall Experience: 5
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