CARE FOR A DRINK? Above Board Bar Good company, better drinks, and a great view. Cocktails, wine, and beer served at the center of The Square.
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THE SQUARE CATERS!
The Square can host a variety of cultural and corporate events, from parties and concerts to tastings and trade shows. We feature local, seasonal, and ethically-sourced ingredients and products.
Email: [email protected] to book!
I'm hungry for: Everything Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Wherever great minds gather, there should be drinks, too. Find both at Above Board, The Square’s central watering hole, for good pours and high spirits. Grab a seat; you’re always welcome here.
Mon-Sat 12:00pm - 10:00pm
Grilled sausages and veggies, pan con tomate — and allioli, of course. Chef Rubén García offers Spanish street-food hot off the open-flame.
Organic ingredients and the highest antioxidant green teas. Brindle Boxer's Kombucha is traditionally fermented and crafted by hand in small batches.
Chef Rubén García brings open-fire Spanish cooking with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients–like his abuela did–to his debut restaurant.
Serving up made-from-scratch donuts with bold, nostalgic flavors that hit home. Every bite is crafted with care, using high-quality ingredients and a whole lot of love.
Flora Pizzeria Tom Wellings and Camila Arango
Premium pizzas whole and by-the-slice, apps, salads, and drinks. Pluma’s Tom Wellings and Camila Arango elevate their takeout sensation into a proper parlor.
Hand-cut jamón Iberico, cheeses, croquetas, and charcuterie. Experience iconic Spanish ingredients cut by the hand of Chef Rubén García.
Expertly crafted drinks with house-made syrups, refreshing matcha blends, and decadent pastries. Each bite and sip offers a taste of warmth, heritage, and hospitality in downtown D.C.
Mirai is a Japanese food brand collective serving authentic Japanese cuisine. Our traditionally trained chefs will welcome you and your guests to a sushi journey, crafted one bite at a time.
Nuli energizes healthier lifestyles by making fresh, delicious African superfoods and locally-grown produce accessible through our cafés, beverages, and snacks—celebrating Africa’s rich culture with creatively distinctive, unforgettable meals.
Located in Casa Teresa's bar area, Tapas Bar directly links to the small-plate culture of Chef Rubén García's Spanish upbringing.
Taqueria Xochi Teresa Padilla and Geraldine Mendoza
From fresh tortillas to bold flavors, Taqueria Xochi shares the joy of Mexico City street food— made con corazón, served with love, right here in DC.
We delve into the flavors and techniques that define Italian cooking. Our experienced chefs will guide you through creating traditional dishes that will transport you to the heart of Italy.
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