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(Now Closed)American Restaurant and Italian Restaurant$$$$
Union Square
The experts at Eater and The New York Times recommend this place
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The Corcoran GroupSeptember 20, 2013Consistently delicious - come for lunch (amazing chicken milanese) or for dinner, where you must get the heirloom tomato salad, followed by the gnocchi. Menu changes daily based on what's in season!
@d_d_dunnJune 29, 2014Just like one of your longest friends, Union Square Cafe is always there for you. Fantastic brunch! Thank you @unionsquarecafe team and @dhmeyer. Amazing hospitality from Victoria!! #NYC
Serious EatsDecember 17, 2014Looking for a great dessert place? This place has been offering great food to New Yorkers for nearly three decades. Certainly try their Pumpkin Cheescake, every bite is worth it. Read more
Theresa RoldanAugust 10, 2015Everything was amazing! Was here for my birthday & did not hold back. Had three sets of appetizers before a steak entree and each platter was phenomenal. Even the bread and olive oil/spices were great
Michelle HoangAugust 21, 2014The spaghettini stole the show for me with the swordfish meatballs. It was perfection. I got the steak but it was a little too salty. The lamb was phenomenal. A little underwhelmed but good overall
- Brad GaroonJune 25, 2015The USC Burger is served on a brioche bun, with cheddar, bacon, pickles, and onion. It's juicy, full of delicious flavor, and comes with a mountain of french fries. Read more
Ebee DOctober 29, 2015If you want a guaranteed great meal keep this iconic resto in mind. Used to go on the reg. After a 7 years it's just as great as the first time. Veggie sides, steak, burger, tartar...service =+++
Jay MimesAugust 14, 2014Danny Meyer is a culinary genius, so the food is obviously incredible. The menu changes and all food is locally and seasonally sourced. A great place for any party or occasion.
Jen Pollack BiancoOctober 5, 2013The half-bottle of Krug for $64 is a real bargain (the BevMo pro is $95). The lemon infused vodka and inspired cocktail menu make brunch here a real win!
Village VoiceMay 6, 2013The chicken milanesa here is like none other. The chicken cutlet so delicately crumbed and perfectly fried, with a salad on top and salty notes from pecorino, it can't be beat.
Kevin BorchersNovember 18, 2013Great food and service right in Union Square. Go for brunch and you'll be back for dinner! Can't miss with anything on the menu but you must try the mashed potatoes!
Megan JohnsonAugust 10, 2014Good: baked eggs (rustic, but yummy). BLT was good, but we like a stacked BLT with more of everything. Only order when tomatoes are in season. Fresh squeezed juice=yummy bfast cocktails.
HOBNOB MagazineJuly 1, 2012Consistently fabulous. Eat at the bar. Menu repeats itself seasonally, so you can have the same great heirloom salad as you did the year before. Pastas come in half orders, great for light dining.
Harper WentzOctober 24, 2015The food was absolutely delicious, however the service was a bit too relaxed for my liking. It took our server 40 minutes just to take our order. But I still love it and great food!
Lori LuoAugust 10, 2014Classic American dining at it's best. Come for brunch, where you'll find an excellent USC Burger and Lamb and Goat Cheese Omelette.
Tom KlemAugust 15, 2012Had a wonderful dinner here with corn soup first. I had the pork and my wife the scallops. Finished with Key Lime Pie and coffee. Nice sparkling wine to start.
Jomi CubolNovember 13, 2014Can't go wrong with Pan Roasted Chicken. Moist pudding and carrots on the side make it a perfect combination.
Valerie SecklerJanuary 2, 2012Skip the reservations needed months in advance and pull up to the bar at USC, where the staff is warm+knowledgable about Danny Meyer's excellent food and wine. Fellow diners and environs are friendly.
Brooke MindnichOctober 22, 2015The main floor dining room is great for conversation. I hope the new location can retain the quiet, less frenetic ambience of so many manhattan restaurants.
Richard RevillaMay 24, 201530 years strong service is impeccable. Food tremendous. Lasagna will make you want more and more.
Stina P.April 13, 2014three words: danny, meyer, and pasta. going on over 25 years, the menu will never disappoint and neither will he. lasagna bolognese is swanky and from your grandmother's kitchen all at once.
Halstead PropertyAugust 4, 2011We were in the mood for seafood and were simply delighted by the food. For starters the oysters on the half shell were super fresh, and the grilled tuna for our entrée was equally as fresh.
Emily P. 💠April 20, 2014Don't leave without trying the Bibb salad paired with a Mimosa. Risotto was a hit as well as the gnocchi, pancakes and French toast =]
Boon YapMarch 16, 2013The Irish Boil & Slow Poached Egg (brunch) + Huckleberry Buttermilk Pancakes + Burger = Yum. Service is impeccable!
- Serious EatsMarch 16, 2013Danny Meyer's original Union Square restaurant, still a very fine place for a meal after 25 years in business.
Nick LeeJanuary 30, 2015This is one of New York’s most prestigious eateries founded by restaurateur Danny Meyer, also founder of Shake Shack, according to this article
Marjorie CAugust 12, 2013This burger is what Shake Shack burgers want to be when they grow up. Heirloom tomato salad and chicken Milanese were also fantastic options.- Vasu VadlamudiJuly 21, 2015Great service, solid and well executed New American. Carpaccio was very good. Cobia sashimi was a bit fishy
Ashley RoseDecember 6, 2014Andrew is an terrific sommelier - two great bottles with dinner: champagne and Syrah. The lamb chops did not disappoint.
Deepak ShrivastavaJuly 5, 2013Great food that's solidly prepared. Ricotta gnocchi was amazing. A bit pricey for the quality -- but decent lunch option for the neighborhood
Sameepa ShettyJune 7, 2014Feeling indulgent? French Toast & the Tuna Burger. Rhubarb smash drink is perfect for a summer brunch. Orrata is a good main.
Alana CadizSeptember 20, 2014The Bibb & Red Oak salad with the ricotta gnocchi was delicious--can't wait to come back to try more things!
NearSay NYCJuly 15, 2011A NearSay Restaurant Week Pick! We recommend the Roasted Berkshire Pork Sandwich followed up with a Raspberry Crumb Cake with Raspberry-Lime Sherbet. Yup, we're in love with Danny Meyer too.
The New York TimesMay 6, 2010Recommended dishes: Heirloom tomato salad, lasagna Bolognese, capellini with flaked cod, pan-roasted chicken, grilled lamb chops, hamburger (lunch), chocolate chip bread pudding, cookie assortment. Read more
Robert FreebornMarch 15, 2015We've been coming here for years and love every single meal. Had the lamb chops this time.....amazing!
Damian BayonaFebruary 18, 2015USC burger, medium rare. Make them send away the bread and butter for starters - you'll want all your space for this beauty
CompassApril 25, 2014Danny Meyer’s flagship restaurant earned him many top ratings over the years and is still one of the best haunts in town.
N XuFebruary 17, 2014Their chocolate babka is the best ever I have had in my life!! Strongly recommend this pastry!
Melissa RogersJanuary 20, 2014Danny Meyer's first restaurant, opened in 1985, and ranked the #1 Most Popular Restaurant in the Zagat Survey an unprecedented nine times.
- HOBNOB MagazineFebruary 21, 2011always a pleasure, half order of pastas, you will meet someone interesting at the bar, see photos here:
- N XuMarch 2, 2014Ok, after loving their chocolate babka so much, I now fall in love with their pecan caramel popover!
Kathryn HSeptember 4, 2012Try the brownie with ice cream & espresso carmel sauce. Happens to be gluten free and the best dessert I've ever had!
Carolina RevillaMay 25, 2015Impeccable service, an amazing meal. The frito misty appetizer was delicious!!!
Annie JengSeptember 1, 2012Sit upstairs. It's nice and cozy. The wild salmon (medium rare) is absolutely delicious. Highly recommend!
Catherine McNeelJuly 19, 2015Great food but the service was a little slow. Overall an incredible experience.
Mike ChauDecember 8, 2013Try the Peanut Butter Ice Cream Sundae - Caramelized bananas, whipped cream, hot fudge, caramel popcorn.
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Union Square Cafe
We are moving to 19th Street and Park Ave South in spring 2016!
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We’re currently closed, and plan to relocate on 19th Street and Park Ave South in spring 2016. Follow @unionsquarecafe on Twitter and Instagram for updates!
(212) 243-4020
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
Yes
Parking
Street
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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