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On The Square, Tarboro, NC

On The Square

4.8
4.8
1295 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
Due to limited seating, we are only accepting in-house reservations. Please call the restaurant directly for a reservation.

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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Thursday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Phone number
    (252) 823-8268
  • Website
    http://www.onthesquarenc.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Stephen Ribustello
  • 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.
  • Location
    115 East St. James Street, Tarboro, NC 27886
  • Neighborhood
    Tarboro
  • Cross street
    Main Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • New Years Eve Pre-fixed Menu

    $85.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    3 Course Dinner -Snacks when seated -Appetizers -Entrees -Dessert

Menu

Sandwiches

(Featuring Boar's Head Meats & Cheeses) Your Choice of Pasta Salad, Potato Salad, Side Salad, Slaw, Fries Chips or Pretzels and a Pickle or Soup for $1.50 or Fruit for $1

  • Char-grilled 8 oz. Burger$8.50

    Sterling silver ground chuck, lettuce, tomato, purple onion, kaiser roll

    • Reuben$7.50

      Corned beef, sauerkraut, swiss, thousand island, grilled rye

      • Rachel$7.50

        Turkey, swiss, coleslaw, thousand island, grilled rye

        • Hot Roast Beef$7.50

          Caramelized red onion, roasted bell peppers, lettuce, melted provolone, kaiser roll

          • Turkey & Cranberry$7.95

            Cream Cheese, sprouts, red onion, cranberry sauce, honey wheat bread

            • Grilled Pork Tenderloin$7.95

              Sterling silver pork, lettuce, tomato, horseradish honey-mustard, poppy seed kaiser

              • Vegetable Sandwich$7.95

                Cucumber, lettuce, tomato, alfalfa sprouts, red onion, roasted red peppers, havarti, balsamic vinaigrette, honey wheat bread

                • Grilled Chicken Breast$7.50

                  Havarti, lettuce, tomato, red onion, dill dressing, honey wheat bread

                  • Cold Roast Beef$7.50

                    Horseradish dressing, lettuce, tomato, red onion, kaiser roll

                    • Fried Oyster Sandwich$8.95

                      Chipotle aioli, slaw, kaiser roll

                      • 3D Club$7.50

                        Ham, turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato

                        • Boar's Head Hot Dog$4.50

                          • Garden Burger$6.95

                            Lettuce, tomato, onion, kaiser roll

                            • Chicken Salad or Tuna Salad Melt$6.95

                              • Grilled Cheese$5.95

                                • Pimento Cheese$5.95

                                  • BLT$5.95

                                    • Salad & 1/2 Sandwich$5.50

                                      Pimento cheese, grilled cheese, BLT or peanut butter & jelly

                                      • Soup & 1/2 Sandwich$6.00

                                        Pimento cheese, grilled cheese, BLT or peanut butter & jelly

                                        Salads

                                        Add On's: Tuna or Chicken salad or Grilled chicken $2.50

                                        • Cobb Salad$7.50

                                          Mesclun mix, grilled chicken, hard boiled egg, blue cheese, crumbled bacon, red onion, tomato, sunflower seeds

                                          • Chef's Salad$7.50

                                            Mixed greens, Boar's head meats & cheeses, hard boiled egg, red onion, cucumber, tomato, sunflower seeds

                                            • Cranberry Salad$6.95

                                              Baby greens, dried cranberries, pecans, blue cheese, buttermilk ranch

                                              • House Salad$4.95

                                                Mixed greens, cucumber, red onion, tomato, sunflower seeds

                                                Daily Pasta Dish

                                                • Daily Pasta Dish$10.00

                                                  Vegan & Gluten Free

                                                  • Stir Fry Rice Noodles$8.95

                                                    Vegetables, ginger-scallion, tofu

                                                    • Baked Potato & Salad$5.50

                                                      Desserts

                                                      • Desserts$3.50

                                                        Made Daily

                                                        Last updated: February 3, 2022

                                                        What 1,295 people are saying

                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

                                                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                        4.8
                                                        4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                        • 4.9Food
                                                        • 4.8Service
                                                        • 4.6Ambience
                                                        • 4.8Value

                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                        Loved For

                                                        • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

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                                                        • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

                                                          Best Food

                                                        • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

                                                          Best Value

                                                        • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

                                                          Great for fine wines

                                                        • Raleigh

                                                          Best Overall

                                                        • Raleigh

                                                          Best Food

                                                        • Raleigh

                                                          Best Value

                                                        • Raleigh

                                                          Great for fine wines

                                                        Review summary

                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                        On The Square is a culinary gem known for "absolutely delicious" dishes, featuring seasonal local ingredients and an "amazing wine list." Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "beautiful atmosphere." It's perfect for any occasion, offering imaginative recipes and a memorable dining experience. A must-visit for food enthusiasts!

                                                        1,295 Reviews

                                                        1. Sue

                                                          VIP

                                                          Raleigh

                                                          7 reviews

                                                          4.0

                                                          7 reviews

                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                          1. Overall 4
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                          Kate, our server, was awesome! She managed our table of 6 and another table of 6 and other orders with grace and efficiency. The bar was pretty "backed up" so took drinks along time to come out. But all orders were correct, food was delicious, and we enjoyed our time

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                                                        2. John

                                                          Richmond

                                                          3 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          3 reviews

                                                          Dined on December 14, 2024

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Awesome as always. Great service. Food is amazing

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                                                        3. Suzanne

                                                          Raleigh

                                                          3 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          3 reviews

                                                          Dined on November 21, 2024

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                          A wonderful lunch. Service excellent as was the food. On the Square is a treasure in this part of our state. I wish I could clone it in Rocky Mount. Between the great food and wonderful wine and cocktails it’s a one of a kind place for miles around.

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                                                        4. Jim

                                                          Washington DC

                                                          5 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          5 reviews

                                                          Dined on November 16, 2024

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Great food and incredible service including accommodating special order for dinner entree.

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                                                        5. Susan

                                                          New York City

                                                          2 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          2 reviews

                                                          Dined on November 8, 2024

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Delicious food and wine! Service was excellent and made sure everything was perfect.

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                                                        6. Alexander

                                                          VIP

                                                          Raleigh

                                                          5 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          5 reviews

                                                          Dined on November 1, 2024

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Truly delicious, great service, and the swordfish presentation was a work of art.

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                                                        7. chris

                                                          Raleigh

                                                          20 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          20 reviews

                                                          Dined on November 1, 2024

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          this is a great place for date night or any occasion. The food and service is always wonderful.

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                                                        8. Derek

                                                          Raleigh

                                                          5 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          5 reviews

                                                          Dined on October 30, 2024

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Always great. I wrote about it in my blog. Thanks Armani for excellent service. https://derekmaul.blog/2024/10/31/beautiful-day-great-food-no-drama-two-out-of-three-aint-bad/

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                                                        9. Susan

                                                          VIP

                                                          Raleigh

                                                          30 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          30 reviews

                                                          Dined on October 11, 2024

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          We had 4 in our party. Everyone’s food was raved about! We will definitely return. The drive from Greenville was definitely worth it!!

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                                                        10. Bryan

                                                          New York City

                                                          3 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          3 reviews

                                                          Dined on September 14, 2024

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          Great food. Nice menu selection. Polite, friendly and attentive waitress. Very nice atmosphere. Price was very reasonable. Will definitely come back.

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                                                        FAQs

                                                        On The Square offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (252) 823-8268.

                                                        On The Square is rated 4.8 stars by 1295 OpenTable diners.

                                                        Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                        Make a reservation

                                                        2 people
                                                        11:30 PM
                                                        Booked 12 times today
                                                        Experiences are available.

                                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                                        Google Map for On The Square

                                                        115 East St. James Street, Tarboro, NC 27886

                                                        Additional information

                                                        • Cross street
                                                          Main Street
                                                        • Neighborhood
                                                          Tarboro
                                                        • Hours of operation
                                                          Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Thursday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
                                                        • Price
                                                          $30 and under
                                                        • Cuisines
                                                          Contemporary American
                                                        • Dining style
                                                          Casual Dining
                                                        • Dress code
                                                          Smart Casual
                                                        • Parking details
                                                          Street Parking
                                                        • Payment options
                                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                        • Executive chef
                                                          Stephen Ribustello
                                                        • Additional
                                                          Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                        • Website
                                                          http://www.onthesquarenc.com/
                                                        • Phone number
                                                          (252) 823-8268
                                                        • 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.

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