I have a lot of favorite places in the tri-state area. Franklin square is a place I really enjoy going when the weather is nice. I tend to go many times throughout the year when it's warm and in the colder months. It's a nice place to go and enjoy some peaceful outdoor time. However, the franklin square burger joint Squareburger is what initially drew me to the spot. When Squareburger first opened the food was so good. Fresh, tasty and a bit different. Square burger had a fresh take on regular burger joint food. It even had a signature shake that included a locally famous treat. The cake shake features my first snacking love a tastykake butterscotch krimpet. In an area where tastykake are a delicacy the cake shake was a huge draw. Initially I went to try the cake shake and it was fantastic but very rich; surprisingly the burgers and fries are what kept me coming back again and again. Fast forward to spring 2016 Squareburger is now under new management and the food is good but just ok. It wasn't bad it was just anything special. It wasn't worth the trip and search for parking and that makes me sad. Franklin square is in my opinion one of the most comfortable parks in Philly. It not a huge park but the fact that it is usually clean and feels safe adds to the comfort factor. However, I live In Delaware and in previous years I never thought twice about taking the trip for an afternoon in the park. When Squareburger was a Starr resturant the food taste and quality made it worth the trip. Unfortunately with Squareburger under new management I will not be making nearly as many trips to Franklin Square during summer 16. The park is no longer a one stop shop for food, fun and relaxing.
