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Square 1682, Philadelphia, PA

Square 1682

4.4
4.4
2082 Reviews
$30 and under
American
121 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for brunch
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for creative cocktails
With its delicious, approachable menus and upbeat ambiance, Square 1682 has become a beloved Center City gathering place thanks to Chef Patrick Czerniak's great food, great drinks and great people. Our New American fare could be described as: worldly, progressive, delicious, artfully presented, healthful and comforting. Time and again, loyal patrons return to the Architects Building in Rittenhouse Square for restaurant draws like popular brunch specials, the raved-about Square Burger, one of the country’s top bar programs and seasonal patio seating. If you’re hosting an intimate dining affair for a small or large group, be sure to explore our private dining options, too.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    All Day Menu Mon–Fri 7:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat 8:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Midday Menu Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Late Night Menu Fri, Sat 10:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Patrick Czerniak
  • Catering
    Enjoy stunning views and exceptional service for any of your meeting and event needs at the adjacent Hotel Palomar and enjoy catered food from Square 1682!
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the heart of Rittenhouse Square, Square 1682 and Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, offers private parties, corporate events, weddings, and more, a refreshing array of original venues that suit private gatherings of many kinds.Please reach out to Erin.Schwamb@hotelpalomar.com
  • Private party contact
    Lauren Smith: (215) 563-5006
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Cross street
    17th & Sansom Streets
  • Parking details
    Valet parking available (call for details).
  • Public transit
    We are convenient to all SEPTA bus & regional rail lines! Closest train station is Suburban Station (34 N. 16th Street & J.F.K. Boulevard). You will head west on John F. Kennedy Blvd toward North 17th Street, then turn left onto North 17th Street.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Theatre Prix-Fixe Menu

    $55.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a 4-course menu before heading to the show for $55/person. Available Tue - Sat from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm Only. Reservations strongly recommended.
    Theatre Prix-Fixe Menu Photo

Private dining

Offers

  • City Wide Burger Thursdays

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM,Tue - Fri - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM,Sat - 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Thursdays are for CITY WIDE BURGERS 🍔 Every Thursday from 11am - 5pm, swing by for: 🍔$18 Burgers 🍺$20 Burger + Beer combo 🥃$23 Burger, Beer & Shot combo

    City Wide Burger Thursdays Photo
  • Whine About It Wednesdays

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Join us on Wednesdays from 5pm - 8pm for discounted wine bottles & cellared wines by the glass with Alex Clark.

    Whine About It Wednesdays Photo
  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Sat - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Join us for Happy Hour every Tuesday - Saturday from 5pm - 7pm and enjoy $8 Cocktails, $6 Wines, $5 Beer, and $8 Bites.

    Happy Hour Photo

What 2,082 people are saying

Square 1682 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Square 1682 offers a delightful dining experience with "creative and delicious" food, a welcoming atmosphere, and attentive staff. It's perfect for business meals, brunch, and special occasions. Highlights include "fantastic experience" and "exceptional service." While some found prices steep and service slow, many praised the "warm ambiance" and flavorful dishes.

2,082 Reviews
  1. Tiphanie

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff were amazing and very attentive. After explaining about put dietary needs, our server double checked with us with any part of the order that could have been an issue with us. She went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with our meals.

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  2. Judith

    Philadelphia1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I had their house salad with added chicken. When the salad arrived I asked for bread but the server seemed unfamiliar with the concept, so I quickly gave up on the request. I guess that bread or crackers with soup or salad has become outdated, much like me. The service was otherwise stellar. The salad was very fresh and the chicken breast was very warm, fresh, juicy and very nicely seasoned. The tomato medley was a treat and the vinaigrette was a very nice accompaniment. The very thinly sliced cucumbers and radishes were off putting--it seemed more of an effort to shave costs than to be twee, and they added nothing to the flavor of the salad. During our late lunch we found the restaurant to be almost empty yet our food took exceptionally long to be prepared. We noted this because we both had salads and we thought salmon and chicken breast would be a quick cook. We had time for a leisurely meal, but customers looking for quicker service should know of this possibility in advance. Of course this could have been a one-off event. Prices at Square 1682 are a bit steep for what you get, but I'm sure this is due to its location and the current state of prices everywhere. Bargain dining is hard to find. We found that the online menu has not been updated, so I would recommend that customers count on the online menu for planning your meal choice in advance. This restaurant seems to be a good choice for business meals. I would eat here again to try some of their other interesting menu items.

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  3. Josh VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was perfect. Best breakfast I’ve had in a long time!!!

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  4. Dante

    Philadelphia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my team out for lunch. Glad I picked this place. While my team ordered traditional American lunch, I ordered breakfast. It’s was great.

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  5. Jamie

    Richmond10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fantastic experience @ Square 1682. Such a welcoming staff and atmosphere…and the food and beverages too notch as always! Thank you.

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  6. Mykal

    Atlantic City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic time. The food was great. The chef was very friendly and engaging and the service was impeccable.

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  7. Ellen VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Awful food!!!!! Chicken was tough and overcooked. asked for our gin gimlets to be over ice. Served up and no ice. Our waiter was very nice

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  8. Traci VIP

    New York City16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The menu was small and salad portion were small and they only had 1 special which they were out of.. The grilled octopus was delicious and the chicken was excellent. Flavors were really nice and service was excellent.

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  9. Emanuel VIP

    Detroit34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
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  10. Emanuel VIP

    Detroit34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very Great Experience... Wonderful Menu Selections and Drink Choices Amongst Warm Ambiance!

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FAQs

Square 1682 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (215) 563-5008.

Square 1682 is rated 4.4 stars by 2082 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Square 1682

121 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Additional information

  • Cross street
    17th & Sansom Streets
  • Neighborhood
    Center City
  • Hours of operation
    All Day Menu Mon–Fri 7:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat 8:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Midday Menu Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–7:00 pm Late Night Menu Fri, Sat 10:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Breakfast, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking available (call for details).
  • Public transit
    We are convenient to all SEPTA bus & regional rail lines! Closest train station is Suburban Station (34 N. 16th Street & J.F.K. Boulevard). You will head west on John F. Kennedy Blvd toward North 17th Street, then turn left onto North 17th Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Patrick Czerniak
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Enjoy stunning views and exceptional service for any of your meeting and event needs at the adjacent Hotel Palomar and enjoy catered food from Square 1682!
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the heart of Rittenhouse Square, Square 1682 and Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, offers private parties, corporate events, weddings, and more, a refreshing array of original venues that suit private gatherings of many kinds.Please reach out to Erin.Schwamb@hotelpalomar.com
  • Private party contact
    Lauren Smith: (215) 563-5006
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