I really wanted to like this place. To start off one of the hostesses was extremely "snarky" and actually rolled her eyes at me and made a face when I asked if we needed a reservation (there were three in our party). Another hostess witnessed the interaction and was super friendly and sat us right away. We all got seafood. Members of our party said that, the crab cake was good and the shrimp scampi was good. I happened to get the pan seared scallops over risotto. My meal was luke warm and the risotto was soupy and had crunchie grains in it...I love risotto and this was not risotto. The scallops were good and I ate them. It is a huge turn off for a restaurant to charge for bread, which they do. Again...I really wanted to like this place since so many people have raved about it. Not sure if I will go back, mainly because of the rude hostess. read more

hands down one of the top restaurants in the area. food is superb, service is amazing. good ambiance. highly recommend!

Food is consistently good. Service was good. Nice ambiance. Easy parking. Love their salads. Drinks were on point

Cannot say enough about this gem! Every meal I've ever had there is beyond amazing, I want to order everything on the menu! The bartenders are always nice and attentive, as well! Although a very pricey restaurant, I am a believer in "you get what you pay for." Could the portions be a little bigger, yes, but overall, the food is incredible, and I will continue to go back time and again! How lucky we are to have such a gem right in our own backyard. read more

I'm glad to have this in the area as I have been a long term fan of the Hingham location. They were busy when I went for lunch so I am hopeful they will make it. Restaurants often struggle on the South Shore. The atmosphere is reminiscent of the Hingham location but a larger bar area is featured and the space seems more open. It is part of a strip mall but that's okay. It is adjacent to a specialty market and wine store. The menu and food quality is similar to the Hingham location. The salmon had an Asian presentation with lots of sesame seeds, wontons, seaweed salad and a spicy soy glaze. The steak frites dish was also good. They overcooked it (it was fine) but they proactively gave us a new one because the manager didn't like the looks of the original. I guess they stand by their product. We had dessert drinks that were really good too. Basically a well executed and enjoyable experience. read more

We visited for my husbands birthday and we had an amazing experience. It's very nice inside and service was great. They even clean the crumbs off your table every so often! I got the Statler Chicken under a brick and it was so good, truly the best chicken I have had. The potato was amazing. I rarely ever finish a meal and I had NO leftovers. Seriously 10/10. My husband got the Grilled sirloin which he also enjoyed We will cannot wait to go back! They also have lunch so we look forward to trying that menu soon. Highly recommend! read more

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A truly darling extension of the real Square Cafe in Hingham. I want to go back there soon. Although it looks small from the outside, inside it seems spacious and well designed. No matter where you sit in this place, you have a good seat. We stopped on a Saturday afternoon for a late lunch. I had the crab cake and he had a burger. Both were great. This place is a wonderful addition to the neighborhood - we needed you! read more

Been two times since they opened to get a good feel for the new to Hanover eatery. On a lunch had the yellow fin tuna tacos. Pretty good, smaller portion, would have left hungry if not for the bread basket and dipping sauce. Dinner was a family affair with salads, Thai mussels app, burgers, kid's chicken fingers and a side of risotto. Everything was a solid good. Menu is a bit all over from Thai mussels to cheese burgers to bolognese. It was a little too much and really limited the choices we'd make. Honestly would go to a few other places for a burger, didn't try the bolognese, but wouldn't get that unless at an Italian restaurant, the Asian influence... someplace else. Interior was lively and densely populated. Service on the pushy side. Owner did stop by to check on just about everyone in our line of site. Seems like they care and want their venture to be successful. Admirable. Good local option with something for everyone is maybe the angle. Worth a try for sure. read more

Perfect place for a family dinner or date night. Friendly staff and excellent customer service. Great ambiance and a deliciously designed menu. read more

This was my second time eating at this location. The first time was a 5 star experience (great service and really good food), but my recent visit on May 16 was just a 4 due to the very strange dessert I received. For my entree I had the Bolognese which is very hearty and delicious. I ordered carrot cake for dessert. It wasn't carrot cake...or any kind of cake. It was a raisin bran muffin (no carrots were used) covered with whipped cream and toasted coconut. Very disappointing. read more

Am incredible experience. First class service. Food is delicious. The restaurant is classy. Bar is a great place to hang. A huge recommend. read more

Square Cafe - Hanover - Chicken Parm. - New American Near Me - Hanover, Massachusetts

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My first time at the Square. It was awesome. Even though there was a lot of people you could talk with out being loud the atmosphere was vey pleasant. The drinks came out quickly and they were very good appetizers came out quickly. We had the Calamari which came with mango and a little heat very nice. Dinners came out quickly and they all so were very good. The wait staff was great always checking and very polite. Looking forward to going back. Michael read more

Went with my family and sat on the heated patio, started with the pork gyoza dumplings...the pork shoulder on top is my favorite bite of the night. I got steak frites, which came with a pretty good side salad and hollandaise, very delicious. Overall pretty expensive but it's a nice restaurant with great food and service. read more

Great food and great service. Such a new staple for our community. I always go with the specials because there is usually a fresh seafood dish that is delicious. read more

Holy salty chicken parm! I was dehydrated for a full day after that thing. What a shame

Food was good, server was also good but he overcharged us for drinks. we brought to his attention but realized he overcharged us twice? Too busy to call him back again, paid the bill and left. read more

New favorite on the south shore. Great menu and always friendly service even though it's often quite busy.

Nice environment and friendly staff The bread pudding was so good Strongly recommend read more

Square Cafe - Hanover - Bread pudding was amazing - New American Near Me - Hanover, Massachusetts

Went here for lunch on Friday around 2:00. It wasn't crowded - a nice little place. The food was excellent! We both enjoyed our entrees. The problem was the waiter. He showed after we got our drinks, then took our order (we had to call him over). Got our meals..however, our waiter never came by to see if we liked it. Well, OK. We needed our server to refill our iced tea. We had to ask someone to summon him to our table. When we thought he was coming, he walked by, and I said "excuse me". He helped someone else and then stopped by and said "did you need something?". He then disappeared, we asked someone to have him come over. I just wanted the check so we could leave. Not sure what the problem was. It was a painful experience. Too bad, because I'm usually an excellent tipper. Not for bad service, though. I would think twice about going here again, or ask for another server. read more

Wonderful experience @ this sophisticated cafe! The Bolognese is top-notch delicious & the service is great. We had a party of 8 & our waitress was excellent. Fabulous cocktail & wine menu. I highly recommend this place-welcoming vibe. read more

Was there for my first time and had a wonderful meal. But they do make you feel rushed as we were going to have desert beverages and our waitress politely told us they needed the table. So we went to the bar and stood and as 2 seats opened we sat and were rudely told by the bartender we needed a reservation. I have never heard that ever. Yet the women we ended up chatting with had been sitting there for quite a few hours and were not eating or drinking. So that made no sense to me. We spent a few hundred dollars at dinner and were rushed away from our table. I think they need to rethink a few things. As I would love to go back but only if I can relax and enjoy the time out not be rushed. I understand the time allotment during Covid but not know. read more

We have been to Square Cafe in Hanover several times. Every meal we have had has been wonderful. We were there this past Saturday night with six people and again the food was perfect from apps to dessert. My complaint is with a particular server. We have had her wait on us several times and I always feel as if she is curt and unfriendly, as if we are a bother. I wanted to suggest that she smile sometime (wouldn't do that of course). A definite attitude that made us all uncomfortable. The food, atmosphere, hostess and other staff that cleared the table were all amazing. read more

The best Bolognese in the south shore Great service, friendly staff. Definitely recommend! read more

I've been a few times and the service has always been terrific and the food delicious!! The ambiance is beautiful and I love the covered (in the winter) outdoor patio. The staff is very friendly and they work hard to seat you even without a reservation quickly. Definitely give it a try! read more

Newly opened in Pembroke, The Square Cafe has a great menu, excellent staff, delicious food and beautiful design and ambiance. Highly recommended. read more

I went there this evening with my husband and 24 year old daughter. As soon as we walked in the door it felt as if the hostess was judging us and not impressed. My daughter who has a few tattoos felt as if she were being stared at and was made to feel very uncomfortable for the rest of the evening. Our server was wonderful. We remembered her from past dining at Davios and she is friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The drinks were good, but the food was just ok. read more

Square Cafe Hanover The newly opened Square Cafe within the Prevites Meat Market Complex in Hanover shares interior details reminiscent of the Hingham location with the addition of a large bar seating area along the back wall. We were pleased to see on this evening plenty of available seats at the bar. We were quickly greeted by the friendly barkeep who offered his name along with the wine and drink menu. Our plan was dinner with a glass or two of nice wine. Our plan; however was thwarted by "Durgin Park Bouncer" and Owner/Hostess with no-mostes, who began at one end of the long bar asking people to move Left or Right in an attempt to achieve some theoretical maximum compaction factor of available seats. By the time she got to us she had managed to disturb every person seated at the bar. Although we had only drinks, several people had their dinners in front of them and the heavy handed patron-herding resulted in more than one annoyed customer. As dedicated bar sitters, we know that it's common bar seating courtesy to slide down to accommodate folks at the bar, however at the time she was shuffling people around the bar was only 1/2 full. She explained that she wanted no single seats between groups. Clearly her days as a Navy Mess Hall Sergeant don't quite transfer into dealing with the paying public. As soon the couple beside us left, she immediately sprang into action to again rearrange the seating, it was at this point we had seen and experienced enough. Although we had already decided on entrees I asked the bartender to close our tab, we left our nearly untouched drinks on the bar and walked out! My apologies to the bar staff as this review is in NO way a reflection of their friendly service. read more

We had a very enjoyable evening. The staff is professional and experienced. The food was very good. If you like calamari, the app is a must! We will certainly return. read more

Outstanding food, service, and drinks. Bar area crazy busy and small so get there early!

A great addition to the restaurant scene in Hanover. Classy interior, great service, solid food. Were there for Valentine's dinner, managed to score a reservation at a high top table about a week ago - restaurant was very busy although there were tables seemingly available at around 8 PM, also spaces at the nice bar. Only reason I'm not giving it 5 stars is because I'm a hard grader - needs to excel in every respect to warrant such a rating. I'd give Square Cafe Hanover 4.5 if I could -- my only (slightly) negative points: - Martini was a bit diluted, too shaken in order to fill the glass completely as opposed to serving less than a full martini glass but less diluted - which would have been my preference - Caesar salad didn't have enough "bite" - slightly on the bland side - My pappardelle with short ribs was also somewhat "bland" - maybe that's the way it's supposed to be, but I feel it could use a bit more taste somewhere - but it was a generous portion and had a great texture My wife's salmon was awesome, the crab cake appetizer was also, and the bread and olive oil/spice mix was VERY good. Easy to fill up on that. I am sure we'll be back there again before too long - great to have a nice, romantic restaurant in Hanover, a bit closer to Marshfield than the Hingham location, even if the Hingham restaurant is a very special place. read more

Me and my gf went Friday night. I had heard so many great things about this place I had to try it. The atmosphere and ambiance is great. We sat at the bar. Drinks and service were great. I had the salmon w/mashed potato. She had the chicken under a brick. Both were cooked to perfection. We both remarked on how good it was. We then had the carrot cake with ice cream.... Omg... Sooo good ! The place was packed and they handled everything like a well oiled machine. The owners came by as well to make sure everything was to our liking. It was really refreshing to see both of the owners hustling all night making sure everything was in order with everything. It certainly lived up to the hype I had heard about it. Needless to say we will be a regular customer. Looking forward to going again soon. read more

A friend and I came here for lunch last week; my 2nd visit, her first. Everything about Square Cafe is wonderful! Our server, Daniel, was fantastic! He was on top of everything we needed; super polite and helpful. Our meals were amazing! I had the Thai shrimp salad-delicious, and my friend had the squash bisque, of which I had a taste - incredible! The atmosphere and decor is lovely, with nice background music. This new (to Hanover) restaurant is a very welcome addition to our community. We'll be back again soon! read more

So excited for Square Cafe yo open in Hanover. The space is comfortable, staff is friendly and the food is consist excellent.

Our family went to The Square Cafe recently for a celebratory lunch and had great meals. The staff was helpful and knowledgeable about the menu, offering great recommendations. The atmosphere was cozy and pleasant. The expertly presented dishes were delicious as were the cocktail recommendations. We all loved it! read more

Enjoyed a very nice Saturday night dinner. Menu, food, service and ambiance were all top-notch.

the food is mediocre at best. way over priced for the portions, not to mention all of their cocktails are made in batches and none of them are actually poured as you order. I won't waste my money here. read more

How wonderful for Hanover to have such a gem of a restaurant! Everything about Square Café is top notch! Great bar, great atmosphere, great service, great food! Every meal there has been an amazing experience! read more

Having been several times, wanted a nice dining experience for a special girls night out. Started with delicious cocktails, can't beat that pomegranate martini. Delicious bread and dipping sauce. We ordered the dumplings which are a big favorite and they didn't disappoint. First time trying the bolognese and it was a large portion and delicious (kind of a bolognese snob too). Also had the halibut which was reportedly cooked perfectly and seasoned great. Our server gave us space to linger a little (later seating) and we were very grateful. Just wish we could grab a drink at the bar before, a side effect of their popularity we know. Happy to return and great for a special occasion. read more

The ambience here is very nice and appealing. Our server Chris was really great. One of the better servers I've encountered in a very long time. A real professional. The food? Well.... The dumplings were tasty and my son loved his salad. My burger was cooked well done. Disappointing. I wanted it medium and it was very dry and hard to chew. I don't send back food and I didn't tell Chris . I don't like complaining to a server that is doing a wonderful job. I'll try again. It's worth another shot. read more

Just amazing from the bread/ olive oil pesto, to every entree we have had. Very accommodating to all of our requests. High quality food prepared correctly. Outstanding!! Tonight we had the cod, peach burrata salad topped with chicken, and the chicken Parmesan. Can't say enough about all three, just delicious. We will be back soon. And, we got to eat outside on their lovely patio which just made it even nicer! read more