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On The Square

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Address:
115 East St. James Street
Tarboro, NC 27886

Neighborhood:
Tarboro

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Cuisine:
Contemporary American

Price: $30 and under

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On The Square Details

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Website: http://www.onthesquarenc.com
Email: info@onthesquarenc.com
Phone: (252) 823-8268
Hours of Operation: Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Thursday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Contemporary American
Executive Chef: Stephen Ribustello
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Delivery, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Catering: We offer catering of every kind. From box lunches to weddings, we are happy and able to provide food and wine for your special event.
Private Party Facilities: Our private dining area seats 38 people comfortably. It is available any night of the week. On Sunday-Wednesday, the minimum is $1500 ++, and on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings, the minimum is $2000 ++. Of course, we also cater off-premise so please contact us for more information if you already have a space in mind.
Private Party Contact: Frances Liverman (252) 823-8268

Getting there

Cross Street: Main Street
Parking: Street Parking

A word from On The Square

Located in Historic Downtown Tarboro, one of the oldest towns in North Carolina, On the Square Restaurant offers seasonal, sustainable ingredients that are celebrated throughout the ever-changing menu. Open for dinner on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings and for lunch on Monday through Friday,… we are as proud of our food and comfortable atmosphere as we are of our eclectic and value-driven wine list.Continued

On The Square

4.7

201 $30 and under restaurant

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194 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.7 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.8 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

194 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.7 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.8 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

notable wine list(143)
special occasion(139)
fit for foodies(121)

neighborhood gem(121)
romantic(66)
good for groups(63)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (194)

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Brought guests who were visiting

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/14/2012

2010

Dined on 04/14/2012

2010

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Brought guests who were visiting and it was the special event of their visit and the food was not very good. Service was okay but my husband could not eat his dinner. it was not described accurately by waiter and when our friend commented on the spiciness of the meat he said it was just salt and pepper but her mouth was hot from it. Never argue with a customer.My husband left his dinner it was that unedible.
Too bad. Not any good restaurants in this area and I don't know if we will be that anxious to go back."

Dined on 04/14/2012

2010

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Outdoor seating would make

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Outdoor seating would make this a perfect restaurant"

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

You Must Eat Here!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2012

2009

Dined on 04/13/2012

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"This is by far one of the best, if not the best, restaurant that I've eaten at in the Eastern North Carolina region. The menu changes weekly and because of that I've never had the same dish twice. The flavors are wonderful and your food arrives piping hot to your table! The owners put so much love into their food it's a pleasure to eat there!"

Dined on 04/13/2012

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We have eaten at On The Square

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2010

Dined on 04/07/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We have eaten at On The Square many times, and it is always a wonderful experience. The food and the service are always outstanding. The menu changes weekly, so you always have the opportunity to try something new and delightful."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food, wine, and service.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2012

Dined on 04/07/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great food, wine, and service. Always interesting menu."

Dined on 04/07/2012

2012

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

FANTASTIC Food!!!!!!!!!!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/05/2012

2012

Dined on 04/05/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"FANTASTIC Food!!!!!!!!!! A real find."

Dined on 04/05/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The best kept secret in eastern

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2012

2012

Dined on 03/31/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The best kept secret in eastern NC! We travel extensively and enjoy great food & wine. This is our favorite restaurant...period!"

Dined on 03/31/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always enjoy dining at On

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2012

2009

Dined on 03/31/2012

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Always enjoy dining at On the Square. Our dinner on 3/31 was one of the best ever. Inez is welcoming and gracious. Special requests are accommodated. Highly recommend On the Square for any occasion."

Dined on 03/31/2012

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The best food and wine selection

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/24/2012

2011

Dined on 03/24/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The best food and wine selection on the East Coast"

Dined on 03/24/2012

2011

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Stephen and Inez Ribustello

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/23/2012

2011

Dined on 03/23/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Stephen and Inez Ribustello take special care in the quality, service and presentation of the meals served. Their wine list is exceptional. It's a wonderful restaurant that we highly recommend."