The Tiger's Tale

While working nearby on a project, I ended up dining here several times in one week, which says a lot about the quality. The menu offers plenty of options, so there is something for everyone. The servers truly stand out with their friendly and attentive service. You really cannot go wrong with any of the burgers, each one is packed with flavor and cooked just right.

The best Prime Rib Special Tonight. The Wife loved her Chipotle Turkey Burger. Great Sam Adams Cherry 🍒 Wheat on tap, rare to find it on tap. Love it. Service was friendly, fast and professional. Highly recommend the Tiger’s Tail.

Overall, it was a step above pub grub for us. They have 24 beers on tap! Service was great. We are outside, they have a small, but quite outdoor area with umbrellas for shade. Reasonably priced.

Whenever I’m in the area, this is my go-to for cold beer and fantastic food. Sitting at the bar, you’ll get popcorn and you can watch the grill as they prep your meal. Cajun Porkchops 100%

Eric and Maria were the bomb. Maria quietly worked behind the lines. Eric is a great chef/bartender. Very attentive.

The Tiger's Tale is everything I want in a neighborhood bar. The bar itself is huge, the menu is extensive, the food is VERY good, prices are more than fair in today's economy, and the staff are friendly, professional, and attentive, and the beer selection is great. The inside has a warm atmosphere that feels immediately welcoming as soon as you walk in. They have PHENOMENAL daily specials, and now, during the summer, they have an awesome lobster happy hour deal that can't be beat ($19.99 whole lobster . Wednesday is Prime Rib night - a 16 oz. Prime Rib for $27.99 (as of 7/18/25). I went my first time recently and immediately knew I'd be back even though I don't live in the area. If you like steaks, seafood, burgers, and traditional bar food with your ice cold beer - you really can't do much better than the Tiger's Tale. 5 Well-deserved stars!

I’ve been dining here since the 90s always looked forward to the chicken Cordon Bleu sandwich. last night first bite the chicken did not appear cooked. I had to remove the food from my mouth into a napkin. I cut open the thickest part of the chicken and noticed it was raw. I notified the waitress who took the plate away. She came back and asked if I wanted anything else I said no thank you. she informed me that management Will take half the price off the meal I said, excuse me Why just half I return the entire meal. The manager returned to the table to argue with me that I ate half the meal And the chicken wasn’t raw. I was appalled by the terrible customer service and her management style. After she saw, I had a picture of the raw meat the entire meal did come off. I’m sorry, but Between your dusty 90s decor and your terrible attitude, I will not be returning.

Love this place. A strong local feel. Friendly staff!!!! Dining room decorated very cute for Valentines Day. We ordered Ribeyes. They were tasty but fatty and a fair amount of grizzle. Unfortunate. My husband loved his oysters. The cocktails were just right. 1st time I wasn't crazy about my entre. If you're in the area, stop in.

I've always passed by this place on Route 206, and wanted to give it a go. I went here for lunch with my brother, it was my first time there, but he's been there before. I will say it was a great first impression. When we walked inside, it was very clean, and we got seated right away. It was the beginning of lunch hour, so it wasn't really busy yet. More people came in as time passed there. Our waitress was very professional, and made sure she got all our orders correct. The burger I got was cooked just right to my liking, and my brother really enjoyed his salad. The dessert was amazing too. It was definitely all worth the price as well. It was very reasonable for what they were charging. If you're ever in the Princeton area, definitely scope this bar out. You won't be disappointed.

My husband and I recently moved to Montgomery, and we've heard of Tiger's Tale being the local bar/restaurant to go to. We went on a Tuesday night which was BOGO burger night, and it was surprisingly (to us for a Tuesday) crowded. The inside looks like it hasn't changed since it opened 40 years ago, and it reminds me of the bar in the show Cheers. When I initially saw the menu online before going, I thought the prices seemed pretty steep. However, once I saw the portion sizes of the entrees and the cocktails, it made sense. We've already gone back a second time within a month, and it was so hard not to order the fish tacos and fries again, they were that good!

Had dinner and drinks here tonight with a friend.. TT has been my fav, go to places for So many years and it just gets better and better. First, Holly and Jimmy are the staple bartenders and best you'll ever find!! Love them so much!! Tonight I had the Cajun pork chops which are honestly some of the best pork chops you'll ever have. They are absolutely delicious, huge and such an amazing price. I just love everything about this place and will keep coming for as long as they are open.

We go there at least every other week. They have the greatest bartenders and waiters. The food is very good- better than the usual bar fare. Watch your steak cooked to perfection right in front of you at the bar grill or order food from the kitchen.

I'm been dining here for many, many years, always looked forward to the Chicken Cordon Blue sandwich, never had an issue with food or service. However, until tonight , I ordered my usual chicken cordon blue sandwich, one bite and I felt as though the chicken felt rubbery and raw, I spit it out into a napkin. I cut into another piece and noticed the chicken looked pink. I Brought it to the waitress attention, she took it back to the kitchen. She returned and told me the manager will take half price off my meal. I said excuse me, half? I said The entire meal went back French fries and all. Manager came to our table and repeated half price off, claiming I eat half the meal. I was actually taken back, and asked why half? I had to show her the piece I spit into the napkin. She still insisted half off, no apology, no have a dessert on us....nothing. I showed her the picture below, and I said fine, I'll have no problem sharing this picture. She leaves again, the waitress returned stating the entire meal came off the bill. I don't understand the lack of customer service, the lack of any concern what so ever. I doubt I will return!!

Classic no frills pub. Nice efficient service. Hot pastrami w/ chips. Full bar. Across the street from Montgomery theaters.

So I moved to this area over a year ago and never had a chance to try this legendary place. The place is a local favorite and I've seen tons of cars in the lot so that's always a great clue. However, since it's a bar and I don't drink, I felt like I wasn't missing out on anything. I was sorely mistaken. Tonight I met up with my out of town family members and we were all impressed with the level of service, friendly staff and overall vibe of the restaurant. The menu had a plethora of dishes so I opted for the chicken and cheese quesadilla. The chicken was flavorful with the right amount of sauciness. The presentation was nice and the tortilla was so crispy and tasty. I didn't think that I would ever say this, but this was the best quesadilla that I've ever had. One of the most thoughtful and heartwarming touches from the evening was that we were gifted a beautifully decorated Tiger's Tale glass memento for our inaugural visit! I am officially a fan and will certainly be coming back soon to try their other dishes!

This is a local landmark but I think it's slipping. Had lunch today. Decor is unchanged- folks love it. We ordered the fried chicken basket and the 1/2 sandwich/soup combo. The onion soup was cheesy but not that flavorful. The 1/2 roast beef sandwich was a lump of cold meat on a stale roll. Nothing on it even though I asked the server for L&T. The chicken basket was good - no complaints. Lunch with sodas and tip came to $50. For that, things should be better.

Super nice staff. Good vibes. But the food is just okay. Husband got French onion soup, which I think was the stand out item for us. Our sandwiches were mediocre. Good service though.

Food was good the extremely loud. You can't hear your own conversation at your table.

Wonderful place to go to in the area very relaxed atmosphere enjoy the food very much

The burgers are huge, went for lunch and most of us couldn't finish. The burger was cooked perfect, fries are large and service was on point. If you're looking for a local Friday night place this is probably it.

Good place. Service very quick. Ambiance is typical roadside look but quaint. Food was good my husband ordered the classic chicken sandwich which was very big. I ordered the chicken salad served on a fresh croissant. Glad we turned around to go there after we passed it on the road

Took a trip back in time with a visit to The Tiger's Tale. It's the type of sports bar my husband and I frequented when we were dating many moons ago. Tom and I sat in the bar area so he could watch one of several college football games playing. Our server Melissa was pleasant and efficient. I had the portobello mushroom sandwich and my husband had the plain bar pie. My sandwich was delicious although I ended up removing the cheese from the second half as there was so much! The pile of fries that came with it was very generous! Tom's pizza was cooked beautifully and he enjoyed it very much. We were not rushed to leave when we finished. A great Saturday lunch spot. Will come again.

Great service! The food was kind of not great, below average bar food honestly, and half of the place smelled of sewage because of the bathroom. The people were so sweet but that did not make up for the food.

Local place with a nice relaxed vibe. Some items I have got here have been two stars. So times four stars. Service is always good. We always get some kind of crab dip for an app. Those always hit. Place really deserves 3.5. Have no problem going back for simple pub food.

Great food. Best hamburger I have had in years. The cook even came out to my wife to assure her it was cooked to a perfect medium rare. They also included a lot of great toppings like bacon for the upcharge. Their other food is terrific as well. Buffalo wings and prime rib are great. The service was beyond terrific. The servers make sure you are happy even on takeout. Ambience is warm and inviting pub style at the bar with a family friendly dining room attached. It is easy to see why they are a landmark and in business for many years. You have to give it a try.

Nothing has changed here in 20+ years (and that's a good thing!). Always good food at a reasonable price. Some of the best burgers around. An attentive and friendly Waite staff. Decor right out of the mid-80"s (again, not a bad thing). It's a comfortable place where you just fit in, whether you are here for the first time or an old timer.

Stopped in for lunch with the kids (ages 9 & 5). This was my first time back at Tiger's Tale in a long time, but I may need to make it a regular stop! They were ready for the kids with their own menus and coloring sheet! Bonus props to our waitress, Lucy, for taking the knives off the table as soon as we sat. That was super helpful! They have a selection of sliders on the menu and accommodated my request to have three different sliders on one plate. The only flaw with the sliders was that the chicken strip in the buffalo chicken slider was a little overcooked. The pulled pork and pork roll sliders were great. (Yes, it's pork roll. Go back to Other Jersey, Taylor Ham people). By far the best thing was the pub fries. The best I've had in a while! The kids had mac & cheese, which was tasty and a very good portion, and linguine with tomato sauce, which was also very nicely done. The kids definitely enjoyed their lunches.

The burgers are ok here. Not as good as many other places go to for a great burger. Comes with chips and small coleslaw. Fries are an add on. Beers (non domestic) are expensive. $9 drafts. For the burgers, fries, 2 beers, tax, tip $71 seemed like a lot for just ok. The atmosphere is lively and the service was very good. Lots of tvs showing all the sports games...which is why we tried TT again. 3 stars. Give it a maybe.

Just was there for a snack. Had some potato skins with my mom. It's one of these things be both love a compare to others. You can get 4 or 6 halves which I've never seen before. Very tasty but was filled by 2 halves! Would definitely go back, the menu had plenty of options!

$10! $10 for a draft beer?! Typical Sam Adam's? And $5 for a half pour which is the same size my tap room gives you for free to sample?! Highway robbery. $92 for lunch without tip for two sandwiches and a side salad. Crazy times we're living in.

Had a really nice dinner here with my family tonight. I had the potato leek soup and the salmon tower. The soup was hot and creamy. Very tasty. I'm not sure why they call the salmon a "tower" but it was delicious. The teriyaki sauce they use is really good. I also had one of their summer cocktails, the watermelon fizz. It was cold and refreshing. My mom's lobster was slightly undercooked but it was quickly rectified. Everyone else was very happy with their meals. The server was pleasant. My only complaint is having to box up my own leftovers. As for the ambiance, my only complaint is that the tables are very close together which makes it difficult to move around. I kept bumping into the person behind me and there is a table blocking the hallway to the restrooms. I wish there were more vegetarian options but overall a nice meal.

Food was decent, service was good. A nice tavern option in the area. Big bar with lots of seating and a good-sized dining room. Nachos were VERY cheesy, not a bad thing!

this places, rundown, it's not a kit, up-to-date, the food is way overpriced. For what they give you, there is not much value at all. I went there with my two kids, was very disappointed. The burger didn't even come with fries, you had to pay for it separately. The burger was small and not that good. I will definitely not go back here again.very disappointed. The environment is not good.

Youza, Youza, Youza, it's five minutes until the crash of '29 and you're rumbling into the Tiger's Tale in your daddy's Duesenberg cranked on bathtub gin and sporting a full-length Raccoon Coat. You're the quintessential Ivy League Dandy and you better pray that her father remembers that his little teen Moll should be studying in the library and not taking a dip in the rumble seat with the likes of you. At least that what the Tiger's tale in Skillman wants you to think... If they could cram one more piece of Princeton memorabilia on the walls it would be downright pornographic. Too bad the food is so dinerish and average. Sure, stop in for a brew, a burger or a halfway decent sandwich but don't expect to be blown away or feel the need to rush back anytime soon. Gotta run, me and the main squeeze are catching Rudy Vallée down at the Savoy. Be a sport Bub... and don't tell her old man.

Food is great. The cannot pour a proper Guinness. Menu is vast and of great quality.

Maybe I'm old fashioned but sometimes little things bother me, particularly when paying a decent price for a meal. To be fair there were aspects of tonight's visit that delighted, others that irritated, the three stars being the average result. Delightful were the $4 beer pints, the extent of blue cheese on my burger for the extra $1, and the so charming server, Joanna. Irritating was the temperature differential between the fries and the burger (one needn't be a logician to deduce that the finished fries sat waiting for the burger), the cost of those cold fries (described to me as an 'upcharge from the chips - but judging by the $4.99 price tag, I suspect it was charged as an order and not simply an upcharge). Mildly irritating was the nifty triangle-shaped plate - since I havent the hands of a brain surgeon, I found it difficult to eat without constantly knocking something onto the table. Now I feel better. Next time I will touch the fries right away (and then hope the burger stays warm while IT waits).

Great food. Good selection of beer. Fun atmosphere and great service. Nice local place been in business for quite some time!

Food is plentiful and delicious - see for yourself. Everything comes out quickly and extremely well prepared! Nothing disappoints and you will take some home. Decor and ambiance may appear college themed and local but vibes are always totally welcoming for all, family, solo, date, friends. Staff are professional and friendly. Luv the roasted clams and stuffed avocado with crabmeat.

Nice place very popular and crowded-- the rack of lamb is spectacular. However, the clams, lobster bisque, and turkey burger were huge disappointment. good service and friendly people

Back at Tiger's Tale. Last time I was there was before the pandemic. Had a few beers, French onion soup, a salad and Jersey burger. Soup was fantastic. Salad and burger were very good. Beers were excellent. If you've never been to the Tiger's Tale it's worth your time. Great atmosphere and the waitress was polite and prompt.

The Tiger Tale is a Princeton staple and local eatery which is just down the street from my company's corporate and editorial offices. I've probably eaten here about a half-dozen times over the last 10-15 years. Today myself and two other colleagues gave it a try and the food was good! I had a Shrimp Cocktail and a burger with and sauteed mushrooms which was tasty and hit the spot along with an Iced Tea. My colleagues had fries, some beers and a salad and they were happy with those choices. The service was excellent and we sat at a booth near the bar. We skipped desserts and the atmosphere is that of a Sports Bar with an emphasis on the Princeton Tigers. Parking is ample and the environment is fun and festive and if you want a go to place for lunch or dinner, the Tiger Tale is a wise choice! RECOMMEND!

The food was good, we ordered 5-6 different appetizers (some off the regular menu and some off the daily-specials)....all the food was tasty and I'd order it again. I was surprised to see a "take-out" charge on the bill - apparently they are (and have been for a while I was told) charging for the packaging required to facilitate take-out orders.

Great service, always packed, good cocktail list and lots of beers on tap. My only issue is food is hit or miss and the same dishes are not always consistent. I have gotten the drunken mussels a few times and sometimes they are fantastic and other times the dish is so spicy it ruins the flavor. Same with the crab dip. Sometimes it comes out looking like a totally different dish than I ordered the last time. Overall, good American eatery with a large menu and drink selection and good weekly specials like Prime Rib night ($29.99 I believe) and buy one get one free burger nights.

Always great service and The Original Tiger's Tale Chicken Sandwich is always amazing! (Side suggestion add the spicy brown mustard on top, makes it next level!)

Great Place for Lunch. My son-in-law invited us to dinner for my daughters birthday. What a disappointment. Started with cokes being mostly seltzer. Had to wait till fixed machine. Waited 45 minutes for food which came out cold. The mashed potatoes were cold, the bernaise sauce was cold, cheese on asparagus was hard, and her steak was rare, when she asked for well done. Yes, they took it back to cook more..Outside was burnt and inside still red. The lobster which was $15.49 to be added was the size of a shrimp. To top it off, she ordered a "special drink" while we ate and she waited for her dinner - the glass had a chip on the rim and she was afraid there was glass in it. Oh well, dinner didn't go as planned. Yes, they did compensate on the check but it ruined a special night out.

I was in the area with my husband and decided to go at Tigers tale. Loved the outdoor seating especially with the cool breeze. I tried cajun veg burger and mozzarella sticks, sangria and orange crimsicle. Food and drinks turned out to be really good. Quantity is very generous in regards to the price. Must go if you are in the area.

The food and service is outstanding. The prices are very fair. The bar and grill area were very well maintained. We will be back!

Been coming to this restaurant for 30 years and for the most part it was enjoyable. However, tonight was an awful experience. Specifically, the service at the bar was terrible. The bartenders were more intent on serving their "regulars" rather than helping us. They virtually ignored us and when we were served, our orders were wrong. We could not even get anyone to take our credit card for the bill , never mind our dessert orders. Left cash for the bill with the intent never to return again. I do not recommend this restaurant.

Sat at the bar and had a fantastic burger that was cooked right in front of me by the bartender on the bar's grill. Nice rustic atmosphere, pleasant staff, and the service was very good.

Good food. Atmosphere is down and dirty, sort of like a throwback to another time. Service was great.

Incredible! Bar service! Food at the bar! I travel 60+ miles to come to this place. Just love the bar service and set up. Food never disappoints.

I recommend the French dip roast beef sandwich. Sooo good. It was a huge portion for only $12-13

How can The Tale get any less than 5 stars? It has bountiful provenance and colorful history back to the Black Barts and Foolish Fox days. Prices are fair. Food is on point for the type of establishment. Drinks are generous pours. The Long Island Iced Teas taste the same as ever (wonderful). The burgers are made with huge fresh meat patties, and cooked to perfection. I visit The Tale for a Chedderburger and several Long Islands whenever I'm in the area, and have since 1977. Long live The Tiger's Tale.

They did a great job. All set up outside. Plenty of space between tables. Service was great. Food was perfect. Highly recommended. You'll feel safe. Had great food. King crab legs, fried clams and a steak. Beer three bucks a pint. All good.

Food and service were great! We came late, around 10:30 on a Thursday night. Surprised how busy it was. Leigh was our server and she was attentive and nice. We started off with the mozzarella sticks. Piping hot and yummy. The tomato sauce was nice and garlicky. I loved my burger and I asked for medium rare which was cooked perfectly! Probably one of the best burgers I've had in years!! The steak fries were crispy! My husband had the scallops with lobster risotto and it was outstanding!! The decor, and cleanliness, eh! Needs updating. If I were the owners, I would keep the bar area as is. Locals love it. The dining area needs a major overhaul. Really, a pic of dogs showing their catch of dead pheasants? A Stewarts Root Beer sign?? The lighting was harsh and too bright, yet the dining room was dark. Time to update!

Great service, friendly atmosphere, but the food is not as good as it used to be. Took my older teens, the burgers were dry but the onion rings rocked. The cocktail was way too sweet. My hubby and I have been going there, on and off, for 15 years or so. Maybe my expectations have changed, but it is not as reliable as it used to be.

I am not one to write reviews however Mark and the Tigers Tale team just catered my daughters wedding on 9/3/22 and I must say they did an excellent job. From Mark being so helpful in the planning, the flexibility with the menu, the hard working staff, the hot fresh food and the fare pricing I just can't say enough good things. Bottom line, if your doing an event near Princeton I strongly recommend considering the Tigers Tale team.