Eat. Study. Relax. Socialize.
Boasting one of the finest menus on the Street, the Cannon Dial Elm Club serves up outstanding dining and camaraderie in a relaxed setting.
Food for thought
Founded in 1896, the Cannon Dial Elm Club is one of the eleven eating clubs that are a unique tradition here on the Street (Prospect Avenue) in Princeton. The Club is an amalgam of three different clubs: Cannon Club, Dial Lodge, and Elm Club (hence our entertainingly long name) and opened in its current incarnation and location in 2011.
Our century-old building combines old-world grandeur and elegance with modern technology. Our stunning, two-story living room features a spectacular medieval fireplace and plenty of comfortable couches. And yes, that is in fact a Revolutionary War cannon guarding the front yard.
Thrive in ’25
After its predecessor closed in 1998, the club re-opened in 2011 bearing the new name, Cannon Dial Elm Club. In the years following, the club built a welcoming, family-oriented culture that attracted a large, diverse, accomplished membership who powered its success and strong financial health. After more than a decade, it is time to invest for the club’s next chapter. Much of our kitchen equipment is nearing end-of-life and we face a pressing need for dining space expansion to accommodate larger-scale dining events. We additionally require significant upgrades to technology and student workspaces and study areas.
To realize the next chapter in our historic club’s story, the Thrive in ’25 fundraising campaign aims to raise a total of $1.5M comprised of $750K from our Alumni members and $750K from our Elite Sponsors. The Cannon Dial Elm Club will provide a dollar-for-dollar match for all donations!
Recent announcements
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Summer 2026 Newsletter! ☀️
🍽️ Cannon’s expanded kitchen and servery remain on schedule to reopen for the fall semester, while the new dining space is expected to open by late October! 👨👨👧👧 Undergraduate President Joey Wassler and the club’s nine other officers are arriving back on campus and are eager to make 2026-2027 the best year yet! 👋 Pat Leach…
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Reunions 2026 Newsletter!
🎉 Reunions 2026 was a huge success! Despite the rain, Cannon was packed with alumni, unforgettable celebrations, and a championship atmosphere following Princeton Men’s Lacrosse’s NCAA title. 🏆 The Class of 2026 leaves behind an incredible legacy, with members earning several major academic and athletic honors. 🚧 Renovations are officially underway at Cannon Dial Elm!…
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Spring Standouts: Cannon Athletes Deliver Big Seasons!
Men’s Lacrosse Our Men’s Lacrosse team put together another dominant spring, establishing themselves as one of the top teams in the country while capturing the Ivy League Tournament title and earning the top seed in the NCAA Tournament. Powered by a high-octane offense and one of the nation’s stingiest defenses, the Tigers have consistently showcased their…
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April Recap!
Hot Dog Eating Contest 🌭 The Hot Dog Eating Contest was once again a huge hit this spring! The Cannon backyard was packed to the brim, it was truly one for the books. Contestants included Mark Marino, Liam Kinneen, Joey Wassler, Jacob Mann, Connor Buck, Cassidy Brennan, William Beargie, and Aidan Wang. After an impressive…
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Current newsletter
🍽️ Cannon’s expanded kitchen and servery remain on schedule to reopen for the fall semester, while the new dining space is expected to open by late October!
👨👨👧👧 Undergraduate President Joey Wassler and the club’s nine other officers are arriving back on campus and are eager to make 2026-2027 the best year yet!
👋 Pat Leach ’98, a former CDE trustee, will join the administrative office in late August, succeeding Marion McLusky as she begins a well-deserved retirement! Marion, thank you for your incredible contributions to Cannon Dial Elm! On behalf of the entire club, you will be dearly, dearly missed.
Donate to Cannon Dial Elm
We are deeply grateful for the membership dues paid by our alumni. Alumni member dues are critical to the preservation and operation of the club. While student member dues help us to deliver the finest menu on The Street, competition from other eating clubs and numerous, off-campus dining establishments mean that those fees aren’t sufficient to cover all of our operating, maintenance, and staff costs. Your alumni membership dues ensure that the club experience for current and future members will be as rewarding as it was when you were a member.
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