Square on Square Contemporary Chinese Restaurant
| Address: | 1905 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA |
| Phone: | +1 215-568-0088 |
| Site: | squareonsquare.com |
| Rating: | 3.8 |
| Working: | 11AM–10:15PM 11AM–10:15PM 11AM–10:15PM 11AM–10:15PM 11AM–10:45PM 11AM–10:45PM 11AM–9:45PM |
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A Private User
I have eated here 4 times and have to say it is my favorite place in Philly. Food is superb! I highly recommend the spicy Mango Chicken! Unlike most places in the area they do not skimp on chinese veggies, or supplement with filler food (e.i. too many onions and only 1 water chestnut). Their portions are large and priced well for the city. Their staff is always friendly and very attentive. I would also like to add that you dont get "just a fortune cookie" with the check. Ive gotten a small plate of orange slices and small cookies with my fortune cookies before (small detail, but it is nice to have). hands down the best! I love it!
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ut0pians
I was one of the 1st customer here since grand opening and been coming back for the last 11 years. I remember at one time we ate here almost everyday for several years in a row. Its definitely an awesome place and the owner is very open minded and will try to correct anything you feel doesnt meet your standards. The staff is great. Thank you Steven and I hope to see your continue success with the restaurant. I know you told me before, but I think more and more customer are into "Pho" now a day and I see them asking for it at your place. Thanks. Tim. Also Chris said hi and remember you and your place from time to time.
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Daniel Bloemer
My first words after getting our food were "Mmmm! Wow! :-) Thats good!" And that was after getting our food in under 10 minutes despite the restaurant being moderately full. We had the Hibachi Salmon special and Mixed Chinese Vegetables. The salmon (with asparagus spears) was perfect, slightly crispy in some spots, tender, flaky, and flavorful. The vegetables were cooked just right, not overdone, and also very tasty. The wait staff was very attentive, keeping our water filled. We only ordered those two dishes without appetizers, drinks, or dessert, and our bill was under $30. Excellent!
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Vince McNeil
I had a good time here; however, Im one of the cilantro-averse. Unfortunately, I was not informed in the ingredient listing that my dish was going to have ample helpings of the herb that I despise so greatly and my experience was ruined. Otherwise, what I was able to work around was very tasty. My friends and I share several dishes and collectively felt that the prices were a little on the higher end; however, we knew what we were getting into. If youre into higher end Chinese food, this is a great place for you. Just wasnt so for me and my friends.
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James Perkins
For "Americanized" Chinese or Thai, youll find satisfaction here. Their fried rice is very well done, and can be ordered with brown rice. The beef dishes are prepared well, and they have notably delicious spring rolls, and cheesesteak egg rolls. Service is generally mediocre, and the staff speak limited English, so questions about menu items wont get you much information beyond whats printed. If youre looking for a dressed up take out Chinese food experience, youll find it here.
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Lily de la Torre
The food was like nicer mall - Chinese food. Nothing was bad. The service was prompt and friendly, and the prices were reasonable. My mom and I went for lunch and had lunch specials, which came with soup. I found both the hot and sour and wonton soups to be a bit salty. Shrimp with broccoli and shrimp with eggplant were a bit over sauced and salty for me as well. I would go back with my mom because she loved it, but its not really my taste.
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A Private User
Do not order from this restaurant! They delivered my food an hour late after "losing" my online order (got the confirmation immediately after ordering) and it was freezing cold. When i called to tell them the food wasnt good, the guy put me on hold a dozen times and refused to refund my money. After the awful service I didnt want a new order. Ended up throwing it out. Totally disgusted with this place.
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Glenn Rich
I will have to say the quality at this resturant is great. I however will not be returning. When I am in the resturant the staff stare at me as if I do not belong and the owner treates me like its a privledge to be a customer. I was a frequent customer who spent about $30-40/week. Welp, back to cooking for myself. Good food though.
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chrissy wally
Ive only had their beef noodle soup, so my rating may be skewed. Regardles, most Chinese places do a decent job on this standard dish, but Square on Squares version was salty, greasy, and lukewarm. The noodles tasted either overcooked or pre-cooked then reheated. Might give it a go another time, but disappointed with what I got.
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A Private User
The food here is no better than any corner chinese restaurant in any town in america yet everyone raves about it. It is almost twice as much for a meal here than at the aforementioned restaurants so I dont see a reason ever to go back. You are paying 5 star quality prices for 3 star quality food.
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A Private User
The online ordering is super convenient and easy plus the delivery was very fast. I love that they give you a packet of sauces, napkins and black tea as extras. How neat. Will order from them again for sure, the lo mein is very good.
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Christopher Goggans
Excellent sushi. All you can eat menu is diverse and delicious. The price is reasonable. Service is fast and friendly. Wish they had saki and lower tempo music, but I wont dock them a star over it.
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Christoph Schreiber
The Veggie Tofu soup tasted like unseasoned water with little veggies. The waiter rushed us, asking to remove the bowl while it was still half full. Would not go there again.
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Andrew Hall
I have a love affair with Banh Mi sandwiches and this place serves a great one. Definitely worth a checkout after a long day at the DMV around the corner.
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A Private User
Great service, food was great for the most part. Chicken skewers at the beginning were a touch bland, but everything else was fabulous!
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Love McCune
Great food and service. Staff is attentive and food is GREAT! The General Powell (TSO) chicken is the best I have had!
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mikkyeddy alonso
Super jazz trio !!!! ++++ nice place , !perfect! second floor , delicus ++++
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Mikel Woods
Every Wednesday night they have live jazz! Pretty cool place. Food is great.
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David Cho
Great food! Clean place and friendly staff, Stephan is a great host.
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Brian Lyman
Food was great with generous portions. The service was perfect.
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Kathleen Kim
Decent lunch specials. Sometimes service is slow.
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McThorin XboxOne
Great food, great jazz, great location.
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DurtWill
Excellent meals and portions are large
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Devin House
Small, authentic, great for lunch
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JJ Geewax
Amazing. Try the steamed shu-mai.
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Jerry C
Awesome ribs. great wonton soup.
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Mel Gould
Pretty good
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Keyona Young
Great
