Square 1682 Restaurant Review
Hotel Palomar Philadelphia
121 S. 17th St. (Sansom St.) 
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Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Cuisine
Open
Breakfast & Lunch Mon.-Fri., Dinner Tues.-Sun., Brunch Sat.-Sun.Features
- Private room(s)
- Full bar
- Reservations suggested
- Entertainment
- Outdoor dining
- Open late
- Parking available
- Business casual
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 Chef Guillermo Tellez has hit his stride at Square 1682, the sleek restaurant in Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, the Kimpton property in the former Art Deco American Institute of Architects building. The restaurant is a convivial spot, as ideal for power lunching as it is for a cozy dinner for two. But it’s Tellez’s adventurous fare that you'll remember, especially after sampling dishes such as the charred marinated octopus, one of 40 shareable plates. We also recommend the truffle-scented gnocchi in sage butter sauce, the Maine lobster tacos and the Korean hotpot. Brunch may bring a simple frittata or honey-miso glazed salmon accompanied by an edamame, Chinese broccoli and serrano ham "hash." Chef Tellez sources much of his product locally, in keeping with the hotel's green theme (it is LEED registered), and grows some of the herbs and vegetables in his own garden. His inventive all vegetable menu will even entice carnivores. The wine list gives a nod to new- and old-world vines, with most priced in the $40 and higher range. For dessert, try the cranberry upside-down cake (replaced with other fruits depending on the season) or any of the creative ice creams and sorbets.
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