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    Square 1682

    3.8 (477 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Salmon Benedict
    Carolyn F.

    Breakfast for two to go. As part of my IHG REWARDS I was offered points or breakfast for two. This was an excellent value since the average price for brunch was around $20. MY PICKS: Smoked salmon avocado Benedict with roasted breakfast potatoes. Perfect runny center and flavorful potatoes. Delicious 10/10 Philly cheesesteak: good quality beef but not enough cheese. The toll was a bit lacking in texture 7/10 Service was a bit delayed- I waited nearly 7 minutes to be offered a beverage and had to ask for a menu. Once we got passed that hurdle it went well. My order was nicely packed to take away in eco friendly packaging which I appreciated. The ambiance is trendy casual with windows all along the street- fun for people watching.

    Brunch Burger w/ salad
    Shanel S.

    Cindy!! Cindy can manage a large rowdy crowd. We had not seen each other in a while so loud conversations, passing of foods, not hearing 'I have a steak and eggs' was in effect! We all received our food hot and at the same time. That takes practice and it is rare to find. Cindy kept us busy by keeping the drinks coming, laughing and being personable. It's always the soft skills for me I had the classic breakfast and everything from the perfectly cooked eggs (no brown) to perfect turkey bacon (cooked with slight chew/crisp) the potatoes and sourdough (you have options) was a .chefs kiss. My wife had the burger and I had a bite. Juicy and flavorful. Fries cooked perfectly and seasoned ever so lightly. Everyone had nothing but great things to say about their food. I think it was Cindy though. They could've messed everything up and we wouldn'tve been mad because Cindy kept it professional, personable, light and jubilant. Great brunch option!! The space is cute. You are on the corner with full glass windows. Plenty of people watching. It feels like you are inside a wine bottle. They have the cork and glass tints... awesome concept and gave a cozy chic feel. I'm definitely going to go back. They have a cute dinner menu and I think I saw specials

    Breakfast Burrito
    Mala L.

    Restaurant located in our hotel so we stopped in for breakfast before driving home. Didn't have a reservation so sat at the bar. We both ordered the breakfast burrito and it was outstanding. It was so good that I took my leftovers home. Large portion and very satisfying. The accompanied beans were a nice addition. Unfortunately, the coffee wasn't good. Bartender was attentive and we received our food in a timely manner. Would certainly recommend popping in if you're already staying at the hotel.

    Omelette with caramelized onions and spinach.
    Dennis D.

    Square 1682 is our choice for breakfast this morning. I had the omelette with caramelized onions and spinach, which was absolutely delicious. I can tell they actually use real eggs as opposed to egg beaters. Don't forget that the yolk of the egg is the healthiest part, contrary to what has been discussed in previous conversations by the health department. The yolk contains the cholesterol that our brains actually use. Anyway, I digress. I also wanted to give a shout-out to the Kimpton hotel. It's definitely one of the nicest mid-level hotels we've been to in the U.S. It's clean, and the staff is extremely respectful and helpful. When we are in Philadelphia, this will be our hotel of choice. I also had breakfast with an espresso martini, which was all right. I would certainly visit this place again!

    Ieshia T.

    After searching for almost an hour for a place that had Irish coffee and good breakfast, we settled on Square 1682. It was a short walk from our hotel and quaint inside. I only wanted a simple breakfast and they did deliver. That also had the good turkey bacon, so that was great. My homegirl wanted an Irish coffee, that is one of the reasons we chose this place initially. The first one they brought out, she looked at it and then sipped it and immediately said that wasn't right. The bartender took it back and quickly brought out another. I watched as she poured it into a tall glass mug instead, then added more coffee. Sad to say it still wasn't made correctly. That day I learned it isn't just coffee with Jameson. The restaurant is inside the hotel and if you need to wash your hands you have to go up to the second floor. However, you have to use your room key so good luck with that if you just go for food. My friend enjoyed her shrimp and grits and my food hit the spot for a simple breakfast.

    Octopus and tuna
    June C.

    My experience here was great. I came here on the last day of SIPS seeking something more lowkey and the place delivered. I was pleasantly surprised by the food and the variety and quality offered on a SIPS menu but was more surprised by the staff. These people work as a true team. The bartender Sam was great and the waitress whose name I didn't get because I was at the bar was so attentive as she let me know they were short staffed hence why she was at the bar for a while. If she didn't tell me I wouldn't have known she wasn't the bartender. Literally, everyone from the busser to the kitchen staff demonstrated teamwork. I saw them work together and communicate very well and still remain personable. Would 100% come here again for the vibe alone.

    Square Burger and Truffle Fries
    Danielle M.

    We stayed at the Kimpton hotel for 3 nights and paid the guest amenity fee every day which included $20 credit towards this restaurant, plus the breakfast package which included a free American Breakfast for both guests every morning. The breakfast was great every morning and the happy hour food and drinks were also great. The service was always friendly but a little slow at times, but this was when it was more crowded and the manager was always around actively checking on everyone. I also have to say their signature truffle fries were very good but so were their regular fries! The prices seemed a little high outside of happy hour/guest paid services but still worth a try.

    Square Burger
    Tara B.

    I have been meaning to make this comment for weeks. Just getting to it now. For 3 Tuesdays in August my Sisters & Friends have gotten to partake in one of Philly s Only Buck a Shuck Night. This space is cozy & open at the same time. We sat at the Bar. Each week we had a different bartenders. They gave the very best service, not exaggerating. The very Best!! They really cater to your needs. Already enjoying ourselves, I mentioned( not too loud)to one of my friends how back in the day establishments offer lite snacks at the bar. Next thing I know, Alex(bartender for the night) placed their fresh popcorn in front of each group at the bar. It's one of the sister's birthday the next day, out comes their amazing chocolate cake to our surprise. Service is just as important as the food, drinks or atmosphere. The food is delicious. Love the Happy Hour options. The PEI Oysters are to die for. Each week they change up the garnishes. It has been a while since we dined here. The quality, creative & welcoming environment has not changed one bit. We will be back

    Valentine's Day specials

    This place was great! Went to have brunch for Valentine's Day and the whole experience was nice. The food was delicious, staff were super friendly and the restaurant had a nice atmosphere. Definitely will be coming back!

    Fritto Misto, Square 1682 Burger, & Fries
    Tessa D.

    My fiancé and I had an absolutely incredible experience at Square 1682! The staff was so kind and welcoming, and everyone we interacted with congratulated us multiple times on our recent engagement. We had a delicious, fairly-priced meal, and the staff surprised us with a free slice of their chocolate mousse cake - which was delicious! Our server Jazmine was a sweetheart and was very attentive, and the bartender was very friendly. The restaurant itself was clean and well decorated, with a nice view of the church next door - which made me contemplative about my fate and how I will feel when I face eternity. I wonder if I will feel peace as I float away into the stars... I'm sure I will be smiling when I meet God! I think Heaven will have a plate of Square 1682's chocolate cake waiting for me.

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    Had a fantastic Sunday brunch. Food was wonderful and we had great service. Definitely will go back next time in the area

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    Our favorite spot in downtown Philly! Super convenient and consistently great food. Get the espresso martini

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    Great food great service. The surf and turf special was amazing. The lobster was cooked perfectly and the steak was excellent.

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    I stopped in with 2 friends to escape the rain with a happy hour drink. It was nice to be able to…read moresit at a table for Happy Hour instead of the bar. The restaurant and bar have dark wood with soft lighting. It was a relaxing atmosphere. The host/server was super nice. He brought water over and took our order. He also helped us pick a good cocktail! We each had a different cocktail. All were expertly mixed and very good and also strong! The cocktails were $11 at Happy Hour. We didn't eat but plan on going back to try the food! The Wayward is participating in the 250th cocktail trail. Different hotel have a specialty cocktail celebrating the 250th birthday of the US. The cocktail was a little pricey, but they do donate $2.50 to a charity organization. The same cocktail under a different name was on the happy hour menu.

    The Wayward is a participating bar on The Philadelphia Cocktail Trail in commemoration of America's…read more250th birthday. I've walked by here many times, but yesterday was my first time actually going in. I visited with a fellow Yelp Elite and one of her co-workers for Happy Hour. We were seated at a table near the bar and our server, who was also at the host podium, was Dontay. He was the kindest and sweetest man. He went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. We each opted to get one drink and no food. If you want to get the wind knocked out of you after one drink, this is your spot. The drinks were STRONG. I ordered the Market Street Muse and I could barely taste the limoncello. The vodka and basil were the most prominent flavors. I was feeling good. I'm rating this establishment four stars because the drinks on The Philadelphia Cocktail Trail were essentially existing drinks they had on their current menu but with different names. Same ingredients. I was hoping to see something new or related to America's 250th. Overall, though, the space was very calm and clean and I enjoyed being there. All the menu items sounded great, too. I'll have to pop in here for a bite to eat next time.

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    5 stars for Bud and Marilyn's? I recently gave The Love 5 stars for its fried chicken!…read more The Marilyn's Fried Chicken I had this evening was every bit as good! I'm not sure why I waited so long to try the chicken at Bud and Marilyn's, but better late than never! They serve a LARGE 1/2 chicken. I started with the thigh. I was smitten by the first bite. I was told the chicken is soaked in a buttermilk brine for 24-48 hours - dipped in a buttermilk dredge - covered with their 'secret recipe' seasoned flour - and fried in a 'pressure fryer' that cooks the chicken in 12 minutes. It was perfectly fried - so crispy - the texture and seasoning of the exterior coating was incredible. The chicken was tender and juicy - the thigh was the juiciest - I didn't get to try the drumstick as I was too full! I had the thigh and 1/2 the breast. The breast is my favorite and I savored each large delicious piece I broke apart. It's important to pick up the chicken and eat it by hand - I did cut mine in half for a picture - but didn't use a fork to eat it - you lose the 'panache'of the meal. I didn't use the hot sauce served with the chicken - I brought my own bottle of honey and poured it over the chicken and biscuits. It was heavenly! Which brings me to the Biscuits! The dish comes with 2 large fluffy buttermilk biscuits - they were golden brown on the outside and tender and fluffy on the inside! They had such a rich, buttery flavor. I took several pieces of chicken and layered them on pieces of biscuit, drizzled with honey! It was truly a 5 star fried chicken and biscuit dinner!

    I've been here a couple times. Loved it. Plenty of options and everything was well made…read more Everything I ate had a hint of decadence without being gross or unhealthy. This is my new go-to for chicken & waffles. Concise, excellent beer selection. And interesting, well-made cocktails. The banana cream pie is one of my favorite desserts anywhere. Staff is friendly. Prices were very reasonable.

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    Time

    3.8
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    0.3 mi
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    My sister is local to the area and insisted that our trip to visit her included an evening at Time…read more We arrived on Monday night around 9:30-10 pm. Everyone we interacted with was absolutely wonderful and pleasant, ranging from the team members to our fellow patrons. I had a gin and Sprite to drink and I ordered the burger for some grub. The drink was standard but on the strong side. I enjoyed the burger very much and found the fries to be hot and crispy, just as a good shoestring fry should be. Of course, we enjoyed the live music that swirled around the bar that evening. The band was great and upbeat. I would definitely return!

    I've been to TIME multiple times over the last month alone and have always loved the food, music,…read moreatmosphere, and service, which is exactly why I chose to bring friends visiting from out of town here on a Friday night. Unfortunately, this was by far the worst experience I've had. We had a 7 PM reservation and arrived at 7:15 PM. I acknowledge that we were late and apologized to the host. However, we arrived within the stated grace period. When we checked in, the hostess explained that because we arrived later within the grace period, our 90-minute seating window would still end based on the original reservation time. We acknowledged that and had absolutely no issue with it. What made the experience uncomfortable was how aggressively we were reminded about the time throughout the entire meal. We were reminded at least 5-6 separate times how much time we had left. Comments like "just so you know you have 25 minutes left" and "our next party is coming in 5-10 minutes" made it feel like staff was actively trying to rush us out before our reservation time had even ended. Mind you, we already understood the policy. One reminder would have been enough. Instead, it completely changed the energy of the evening and made us feel unwelcome and pressured to leave. We had originally planned to stay through our reservation and then move to the bar for the live music afterward, but after being repeatedly rushed, we decided to leave entirely and spend the rest of the night elsewhere. The most disappointing part was the interaction with the manager, Eric. Rather than listening or showing any understanding, he immediately became defensive and aggressive. He repeatedly insisted we were "15-20 minutes late," which was simply not true -- we arrived during the stated grace period. The issue was never the policy itself. It was the way we were treated throughout the night. It's unfortunate because this has genuinely been one of my favorite spots in Philly, and I've recommended it to multiple people. But this experience left a really bad impression, especially when bringing guests from out of town.

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    Fried Chicken Sandwich w/ Bacon
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    4.5
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    0.4 mi
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    Literally one of the best meals I've ever had!…read more So this is definitely a splurge, it's expensive. But you are getting not only spectacular food, but exquisite service, a gorgeous and intimate environment and a long and lingering meal - they aren't rushing you out here, they want you to rest between courses and have an excellent experience. It's a set prix fix menu that changes regularly of seven courses plus an opening snack and two desserts. Portions are tiny but it adds up and you will not leave hungry! I am a vegetarian and they easily accommodated me with advanced notice. They also offer a wine pairing, which we skipped, but know friends have done it and said it was fabulous (but be forewarned... they give full pours so you will be very tipsy!). We saw some couples sharing a single wine pairing and that seemed like a smart idea. It's very hard to get a reservation- on the first of the month they open up reservations for the following month, and they go fast! It's on the second floor of an old townhouse so there are stairs to climb. The first floor is a bar with first come, first serve seating. At the bar they have a different menu with full sized portions. Can't wait to go back and try that out! Highly, highly recommend and I can't wait for an excuse to go back!

    I was so excited to go to FSS after they won a Michelin star. However, I left disappointed and will…read morelikely not be returning. We got the tasting menu (with the additional lobster snack), and got 3 drinks total. After tax and tip, this meal cost us ~$600 dollars for 2 people. At that price point this should've been the best meal I've ever had in philly - or one of the best in my life tbh. But I was so disappointed in each dish. Almost everything fell flat to my palate. With small bite presentations such as this, I firmly believe that each bite needs to taste like a flavor bomb in my mouth. Instead, it all tasted very 2 dimensional and was severely lacking in some acidity or spice. Didn't even bother taking a picture of all the dishes. I don't believe FSS is on par with other Michelin star meals I've had, especially not at this price point. Overall, don't waste your money at FSS if you want to celebrate an occasion. You're honestly better off going to a starr restaurant and paying less than half the price ‍

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