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Food - On The Square, Tarboro, NC

On The Square

4.7 (1175)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
115 East St. James Street, Tarboro, NC 27886

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On The Square

4.7
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Tarboro

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2 people
20:30
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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.

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at On The Square.

4.7

4.7
(1175)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Great for fine wines

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Romantic

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Contemporary American

  • Raleigh

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Raleigh

    Great for fine wines

  • Raleigh

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
On The Square in Tarboro, NC is a "hidden gem" with exceptional food and service. Guests rave about the "friendly welcoming environment," "artistic presentation," and "outstanding experience." The menu changes weekly, offering a variety of delicious choices. Wine pairings and specialty cocktails enhance the dining experience.
1,175 Reviews
  1. Brian

    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 10 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The meal was fantastic. Drink selections were ample. The fried okra was a pleasant surprise. Bronson our server was a gentleman. The ladies were attentive and polite. We have been before and we will be going back for years to come. A true hidden gem in Tarboro, NC.

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  2. Teresa

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 25 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    On the Square always offers a friendly welcoming environment. The wine and the food never disappoint! We like to bring out of town guests for a special dinner.

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  3. Diane

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 25 September 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I always give On The Square five stars on everything. But last night was the exception. My husband always has the ribeye steak. And that’s what he had last night; however, the steak was spoiled. Because we were with friends we had not seen in a while, he did not want to ruin anyone’s dinner & did not mention it to the server. I have called the restaurant manager today & reported this incident in order to prevent this from happening to another customer. That being said, the service was not up to par & the noise level was loud!

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  4. markh

    Virginia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service, food and the presentation was artistic. A must try in Tarboro.

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  5. Melanie

    Caribbean1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 4 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, service and attention were all terrific. Definitely worth the 50 minute drive. We will be back soon!

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  6. Brenda

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 3 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was absolutely wonderful for my birthday! The service and servers were amazing!!! We look forward to Tuesday for our friends Birthday! See you then!!

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  7. Deb

    Tahoe / Reno Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love going to on the square. It is our favorite place for any special event. The food is always delicious and the service is excellent. Make sure that you ask for the specialty cocktail of the evening. They really have some great drinks.

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  8. Alexander Gold

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic chowder, tuna, chicken and service. Great meal

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  9. Donna

    Virginia5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 11 August 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was just wonderful. I gave a 3 for service only because I would have preferred being waited on rather than ordering at the counter. This was only for lunch though, so it was acceptable.

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  10. Jo

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All four of us ordered different entrees and we were very happy with our choices. Two of us asked for substitutions or special cooking instructions. They were communicated to the chef and our meals were perfectly prepared. We had an enjoyable evening and will certainly be back.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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.

FAQs

Smart casual sets the tone at On The Square, polished but relaxed, and many guests dress up a touch for celebrations.

On The Square leans toward small plates, guests describe the serving size as "perfect, " and items like the calamari are noted as an appetizer that serves two to three people.

Yes, On The Square is a lovely pick for a date night, with a comfortable atmosphere, an eclectic wine list, and many guests choosing it for birthdays and special evenings.

On The Square feels warm and comfortable, attentive, friendly staff, a convivial dining room where guests often celebrate special occasions, and an eclectic, value-driven wine list.

Yes, call On The Square directly when making an in-house reservation to add requests; guests report the team accommodates food allergies and helps with wine pairings.

On The Square is excellent for lunch, visit Monday–Friday, 11:00am–3:00pm, and dinner (Thursday–Saturday evenings) is widely praised for an exceptional evening out.

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On The Square

4.7
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Tarboro

Make a booking

2 people
20:30
Booked 2 times today
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