Square 1682

4.4

2082 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

14 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for business meals
Great for brunch
Good for groups

Square 1682 presents a Modern American Kitchen menu thoughtfully and masterfully created by Executive Chef Robert Surdam. The menu features small & large plates, as well as dishes designed for sharing during dinner. With emphasis on local and organic products, Chef Surdam entices the taste buds with every bite, through his lens of culinary America.

The bar showcases a pure wellness program of all natural ingredients, where fresh fruit and juices, infused spirits, and housemade flavored syrups are created daily from our Lead Bartender Daniel Kulisek. Square 1682 invites guests to a full experience of dining, libations, and lively ambiance on every visit.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Breakfast, Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
All Day Menu Mon 07:00–14:00 Tue–Fri 07:00–15:00 Brunch Sat 08:00–15:00 Sun 08:00–14:00 Midday Menu Tue–Sat 15:00–17:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Happy Hour Tue–Sat 17:00–19:00 Late Night Menu Fri, Sat 22:00–23:00
Phone number
(215) 563-5008
Website
http://www.square1682.com/
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

Location
121 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Area
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, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Theatre Prix-Fixe Menu
US$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.

Private dining

Offers

City Wide Burger Thursdays
Multiple dates available
Tue - Fri - 11:00 - 15:00, 15:00 - 17:00,Sat - 15:00 - 17:00
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
Whine About It Wednesdays
Multiple dates available
Tue - Thu - 17:00 - 20:00
Join us on Wednesdays from 5pm - 8pm for discounted wine bottles & cellared wines by the glass with Alex Clark.
Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Tue - Sat - 17:00 - 19:00
Join us for Happy Hour every Tuesday - Saturday from 5pm - 7pm and enjoy $8 Cocktails, $6 Wines, $5 Beer, and $8 Bites.

Yogurt ParfaitUS$9.00
mixed berries, granola, honey
- CupUS$9.00
- BowlUS$12.00
Pumpkin Spiced Overnight OatsUS$13.00
almond milk, crispy oats, pa maple syrup, pomegranate seeds
Steel Cut OatmealUS$10.00
vanilla, anise, roasted almonds
Clam ChowderUS$13.00
crispy prosciutto, toasted bread
Truffle FriesUS$13.00
truffle oil, parmesan reggiano, black truffle aioli
Chicken WingsUS$15.00
square buffalo | lemon pepper | bourbon bbq with house pickles +$1
CornbreadUS$9.00
honey butter

Salads

add: avacado $5 | chicken $7 | shrimp $10 | salmon $13 | steak $14

Square SaladUS$14.00
nine leaves lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, sherry & pepperoncini vinaigrette
Caesar SaladUS$15.00
radicchio, parmesan, heirloom tomatoes
Beet SaladUS$15.00
green goddess, baby arugula, crispy shallots, dill

Morning Favorites

American BreakfastUS$21.00
two cage free eggs any style, breakfast potatoes, choice of breakfast meat, sourdough or multi grain
Rittenhouse OmeletUS$21.00
tomato, spinach, caramelized onions, white cheddar, breakfast potatoes
Cobbler French ToastUS$19.00
seasonal topping
Avocado ToastUS$17.00
fried egg, tomato jam, pickled red onion, herbs
Salmon BenedictUS$24.00
sundried tomato hollandaise, everything spiced cured salmon, avocado
Superfood BowlUS$17.00
greek yogurt, honey, berries, bananas, mandarin oranges, toasted coconut, chia seeds, roasted almonds
Breakfast SandwichUS$19.00
parker house roll, bacon, egg & cooper american cheese, square spicy ketchup
Steak & EggsUS$29.00
chef's cut steak, two sunny side eggs, breakfast potatoes

Large Plates

Square BurgerUS$22.00
seared double patty, south philly jam, garlic aioli, cooper sharp
Veggie & Cheese PaniniUS$17.00
marinated tomatoes, arugula, kale pesto, roasted peppers, mozzarella
Chicken BLTAUS$18.00
crispy chicken, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, garlic aioli
Polish KielbasaUS$22.00
pretzel bun, house made sauerkraut, pilsudski mustard
Rigatoni BologneseUS$28.00
beef, basil, parmesan, olive oil

Sides

Plain or Everything Bagel & Cream CheeseUS$5.00
Hickory BaconUS$6.00
Turkey BaconUS$7.00
Chicken SausageUS$6.00
Veggie SausageUS$7.00
Breakfast PotatoesUS$5.00
FruitUS$6.00
- CupUS$6.00
- BowlUS$10.00
Toast & JamUS$4.00

Cocktails

Bloody MaryUS$12.00
MimosaUS$12.00
Aperol SpritzUS$13.00

Wines by the Glass

Sparkling

Cava Brut, Freixenet, ESUS$13.00
Prosecco, Kim Crawford, ITUS$15.00
Cremant de Loire, Langlois, FRUS$18.00

Red

Grenache/Syrah, Chateau de Ciffre, FRUS$16.00
Malbec, Tentadora, ARGUS$15.00
Pinot Noir, Primarius, ORUS$18.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Decoy, CAUS$14.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Square 1682, CAUS$13.00

Rosé

Rosé, Bieler, FRUS$16.00
Rosé, Lyngrove, SAUS$13.00

White

Viognier, Babylonstoren, SAUS$18.00
Chenin Blanc, Lyngrove, SAUS$13.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Stoneleigh, NZUS$15.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Matanzas Creek, CAUS$16.00
Pinot Grigio, Kris, ITUS$13.00
Chardonnay, Domaine Guillaman, FRUS$15.00
Chardonnay, Square 1682, CAUS$13.00

What 2,082 people are saying

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

4.3Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Square 1682 shines with "great food and service," and a "welcoming atmosphere." Guests highlight the "attentive and friendly staff," especially standout servers like Cindy and Tanya. Its varied menu, including "delicious avocado toast" and "amazing duck wings," makes it a top choice for brunch and dinner in a cozy setting.

2,082 Reviews

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Jamie VIP
Richmond9 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
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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Mykal
Atlantic City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 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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Ellen VIP
New York City6 reviews
2.0
Dined on 28 February 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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Traci VIP
New York City15 reviews
4.0
Dined on 22 February 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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Emanuel VIP
Detroit27 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chet's Kiss 💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋💋
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Emanuel VIP
Detroit27 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 February 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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Emanuel VIP
Detroit27 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Applause Applause and More Applause! Thank You All for a Lovely Meal and Exceptional Service!
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Emanuel VIP
Detroit27 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a Great Dining Experience! From The Warm Genuine Greeting from the Hostess TONYA to My Waitress to Having the Manager GERALD Come and Greet Me and Check on Me!
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Emanuel VIP
Detroit27 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Kaitlyn was my Waitress.... FANTASTIC! I'll be Back in the Morning
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Emil
Philadelphia2 reviews
2.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
In hindsight, I should've ordered the burger with truffle fries, as that seemed a popular option. The risotto I had was bland and underwhelming with flavor. The appetizers were good though, with burrata and charcuterie as refreshing and surprisingly filling starters.
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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.

Make a booking

2 people

14 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

121 South 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Additional information

Cross Street
17th & Sansom Streets
Area
Center City
Hours of Operation
All Day Menu Mon 07:00–14:00 Tue–Fri 07:00–15:00 Brunch Sat 08:00–15:00 Sun 08:00–14:00 Midday Menu Tue–Sat 15:00–17:00 Dinner Tue–Thu 17:00–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Happy Hour Tue–Sat 17:00–19:00 Late Night Menu Fri, Sat 22:00–23:00
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, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.square1682.com/
Phone number
(215) 563-5008
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

Featured in

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Square 1682

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

5 restaurants pushing the envelope in Philadelphia

Theatre Prix-Fixe Menu

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Square 1682

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City Wide Burger Thursdays

Whine About It Wednesdays

Happy Hour

To Start

Yogurt ParfaitUS$9.00

Pumpkin Spiced Overnight OatsUS$13.00

Steel Cut OatmealUS$10.00

Clam ChowderUS$13.00

Truffle FriesUS$13.00

Chicken WingsUS$15.00

CornbreadUS$9.00

Salads

Square SaladUS$14.00

Caesar SaladUS$15.00

Beet SaladUS$15.00

Morning Favorites

American BreakfastUS$21.00

Rittenhouse OmeletUS$21.00

Cobbler French ToastUS$19.00

Avocado ToastUS$17.00

Salmon BenedictUS$24.00

Superfood BowlUS$17.00

Breakfast SandwichUS$19.00

Steak & EggsUS$29.00

Large Plates

Square BurgerUS$22.00

Veggie & Cheese PaniniUS$17.00

Chicken BLTAUS$18.00

Polish KielbasaUS$22.00

Rigatoni BologneseUS$28.00

Sides

Plain or Everything Bagel & Cream CheeseUS$5.00

Hickory BaconUS$6.00

Turkey BaconUS$7.00

Chicken SausageUS$6.00

Veggie SausageUS$7.00

Breakfast PotatoesUS$5.00

FruitUS$6.00

Toast & JamUS$4.00

Cocktails

Bloody MaryUS$12.00

MimosaUS$12.00

Aperol SpritzUS$13.00

Wines by the Glass

Sparkling

Cava Brut, Freixenet, ESUS$13.00

Prosecco, Kim Crawford, ITUS$15.00

Cremant de Loire, Langlois, FRUS$18.00

Red

Grenache/Syrah, Chateau de Ciffre, FRUS$16.00

Malbec, Tentadora, ARGUS$15.00

Pinot Noir, Primarius, ORUS$18.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Decoy, CAUS$14.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Square 1682, CAUS$13.00

Rosé

Rosé, Bieler, FRUS$16.00

Rosé, Lyngrove, SAUS$13.00

White

Viognier, Babylonstoren, SAUS$18.00

Chenin Blanc, Lyngrove, SAUS$13.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Stoneleigh, NZUS$15.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Matanzas Creek, CAUS$16.00

Pinot Grigio, Kris, ITUS$13.00

Chardonnay, Domaine Guillaman, FRUS$15.00

Chardonnay, Square 1682, CAUS$13.00

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Review summary

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