Square On Square Restaurant

NOT as quick as they say it is. Estimated delivery time was 20-35 minutes and came in over an hour.

Written by Kristin R. on 4/3/2013 | Member since 2012
Kristin ordered from here within the last year

Excellent food & prompt delivery.

Written by Erin W. on 3/7/2013 | 3 other reviews | Member since 2012
Erin ordered from here within the last year

The GF and I had some friends over for dinner one night and we were all in the mood for Asian food. I thought about cooking some fried rice, but figured it would be easier just to order in Chinese for everyone. So, I hopped on Seamless and decided to go with my standard choice for Americanized Chinese cuisine in Philly - Square on Square. It may not be the best I've ever had (New York has that on lock down and I'm not even considering Schezuan cuisine as part of this genre), but it gets the job done and is better than most places in Philly. In fact, it was good enough for our friends to ask the name of the place so they could write it down. We had cold sesame noodles, which were interspersed with a simple Thai peanut sauce and fresh, julienned cucumbers. We had two orders of twice cooked chicken dumpings, which were steamed, then braised. The vegetable lo mein contained bits of bamboo shoots, snow peas, onions, and mini-corn. The sesame crispy chicken was crisp indeed, with a sweet glaze. The accompanying broccoli was steamed, but was not limp at all, maintaining their innate texture. Usually known as General Tso's chicken, the Powell version is dipped in egg batter and deep fried. It's then sauteed in a sweet glaze. The spiciness wasn't pronounced in this dish, but it wasn't anything a little Siracha hot sauce couldn't fix. The chicken and broccoli was pretty standard, with nicely roasted broccoli which was much more tender than the ones accompanying the General Powell's and sesame chicken. The beef with broccoli had similarly tender vegetables, but with succulent pieces of beef as well. Overall, Square on Square contributed to a fun night filled with laughter and friends. It's not the best Chinese cuisine out there, but for delivery, it's definitely up there for Philly. Great wine doesn't hurt its cause either!

Written by John K. on 2/15/2013 | 6 other reviews | Member since 2011
John ordered from here over a year ago

Passable appetizers, but the moo shu chicken smelled very odd - something was off.

Written by Anna E. on 12/9/2012 | 14 other reviews | Member since 2005
Anna ordered from here within the last year

great value - delicious dishes for an inexpensive price and quick delivery!

Written by Fiona F. on 11/6/2012 | 4 other reviews | Member since 2008
Fiona ordered from here within the last year

Pad thai delicious. Delivery time is spotty but always arrives hot and fresh.

Written by Brandon C. on 11/5/2012 | 1 other review | Member since 2012
Brandon ordered from here within the last month

Good, "higher-end" Chinese food in the city

Written by William F. on 11/5/2012 | 2 other reviews | Member since 2011
William ordered from here over a year ago

This place is AWFUL! The order was over an hour and a half late, the portions were super small and the food was mediocre at best. I will never order from here again. There are so many other Chinese restaurants in Philly. Don’t order from here!!

Written by Danielle J. on 9/26/2011 | Member since 2011
Danielle ordered from here over a year ago

I'm not big on giving 5 stars, but this place deserves it. I've had their grilled chicken and chicken fried rice, both of which were absolutely superb. The roasted duck was also excellent, although I wasn't crazy about the braised beef (a bit too chewy, and too coated in flavor). But overall everything is excellent, including speed of delivery. Their almond cookies for dessert are also delicious, and I'm not even a fan of almonds! I can't wait to try more items from their menu.

Written by Dani L. on 9/15/2011 | 15 other reviews | Member since 2011
Dani ordered from here within the last week

This place is usually pretty good, but the most recent order took more than twice the estimated delivery time.

Written by Steve T. on 8/20/2008 | 5 other reviews | Member since 2007
Steve ordered from here over a year ago

quick and reliable

Written by Lisa F. on 9/12/2007 | 9 other reviews | Member since 2006
Lisa ordered from here over a year ago