Restaurant
Unclaimed profileTavern in the Square
Shrewsbury, MA · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Tavern in the Square pours a broad cocktail list with margaritas, martinis, spritzes, and espresso martinis, plus shareable Margarita Towers. The wine list covers sparkling through red with glass and bottle options, while the draft list leans on local craft names like Dogfish Head and Bissell Brothers. Mocktails and zero-proof refreshers round out the program.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Tavern House Margarita, available in classic, passionfruit, mango, strawberry, guava, or blackberry, or size up to the shareable Margarita Tower for the table. The Paper Plane offers a bourbon-forward contrast with Buffalo Trace, Aperol, Amaro Nonino, and lemon.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Groups looking for shareable cocktail towers and fans of margarita variations will find clear targets. Those seeking moderate wine pricing or local craft drafts also have options.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Signature cocktails run $13-$16; sangrias and spritzes $13-$14; Bloody Marys $9-$12. Beer pints mostly $8-$10, bottles $6-$10. Wine by the glass starts around $10, bottles from $34.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail list spans nine signature styles, from a spicy Ghost Tequila Guava Drama to a lavender gin Lavender Haze, with a Margarita Tower for sharing. Beer towers and a Downeast Seasonal tower extend the group-friendly format beyond cocktails.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Nine signature cocktails span margaritas, martinis, tiki, and espresso martinis, each with distinct spirits and modifiers. Sangria, spritz, Bloody Mary, and Bellini categories broaden the range, and the Margarita Tower offers a shareable route. Prices stay moderate.
Menu strengths
- — Broad stylistic range from tequila-forward margaritas to gin-based Lavender Haze and bourbon-driven Paper Plane.
Standout selections
- — Tavern House Margarita: Cazadores Blanco Tequila, orange liqueur, lemon, lime, agave nectar; available in six fruit variations.
- — Paper Plane: Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Aperol, Amaro Nonino, lemon, served up.
Pricing: $13-$16 for signature cocktails; $13-$14 for sangria/spritz; $9-$12 for Bloody Marys; Margarita Tower $48.
Wine
The list spans sparkling, white, rosé, and red, with Prosecco, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet, and Malbec. Bottle pricing stays accessible, and each wine is offered by glass and bottle.
Menu strengths
- — Diverse varietal coverage across still and sparkling styles.
- — Transparent pricing per glass, half-liter, and bottle for many selections.
- — Bottle range from $34 to $60 keeps entry approachable.
Standout selections
- — Prosecco, La Marca: Italian sparkling available in 187ml and 750ml.
Pricing: Glasses $10-$14.5; half-liter and bottle options; bottles $34-$60.
Beer
Draft list leans local and regional with Dogfish Head, Night Shift, True North Ales, Jack's Abby, Sam Adams, and Bissell Brothers represented. Categories from Lighter Side to IPA/Pales and Cider/Other give structure. Non-alcoholic beers and towers add flexibility.
Menu strengths
- — Strong local craft presence with well-known New England breweries.
- — Clear beer list organization by style category.; Beer towers support group sharing.
Standout selections
- — Dogfish Head Grateful Dead Juicy Pale Ale: featured draft at $8/$10.
- — Bissell Brothers The Substance IPA: $10 per pint.
Pricing: Draft pints mostly $8-$10; bottles $6-$10; non-alcoholic beers $7 or $9; Downeast Seasonal tower $80.
Nonalcoholic
Handcrafted mocktails like Watermelon Hibiscus Sparkler and Berry Mule use fresh fruit and ginger beer. Zero-proof refreshers are priced low, and non-alcoholic beers from Athletic and Guinness Zero expand the sober options.
Menu strengths
- — Mocktails are built with fresh watermelon, strawberry puree, and Seedlip botanical spirit.
- — Clearly labeled non-alcoholic categories include mocktails, refreshers, and beer.
Standout selections
- — Watermelon Hibiscus Sparkler: fresh pressed watermelon juice, hibiscus, agave, lime, soda.
- — Cranberry Cooler: Seedlip Grove 42, local cranberry syrup, lemon, soda.
Pricing: Mocktails $9-$10; zero-proof refreshers $6; non-alcoholic beers $7 or $9.
Spirits
Named bottles include Cazadores, Casamigos, Tito's, Wheatley, Buffalo Trace, and Jameson Cold Brew. The full bar supports bottle service.
Menu strengths
- — Wide range of spirit categories represented in cocktail builds.
- — Specific premium calls like Buffalo Trace and Casamigos appear.
Standout selections
- — Buffalo Trace Bourbon: used in the Paper Plane cocktail.
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