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Republic Restaurant
- Asian Fusion
- New York, NY
About this business
Republic Restaurant is located at 37 Union Sq W Frnt 1, New York, NY. This location is in the Union Square neighborhood. This business specializes in Family Style Restaurants and has 80 review(s) with a star rating of 3.1.
Location details
37 Union Sq W, New York, NY, 10003, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
Try the Chicken Udon! – Try the chicken udon! I have seen too many people pass on this dish because the waitstaff warns them about it (the spinach sauce turns everything green) but you are missing out if you haven't tried it. This dish is the only food I get a craving for. Overall Republic is a great noodle place with great food, low prices, and a fun scene. I make a point to eat here frequently, and I always bring out-of-town guests here for a good cheap meal.
Be prepared to share your table – The food here was actually not too bad. The vibe was mostly pretentious and hipster oriented. If that's your thing then go for it. You WILL end up having to share a table with another couple or group of people. It's called Republic for a reason. If you don't dig on the idea of sharing a table with strangers then pass this place up.
Cheap, yet chic – Republic is trendy. Republic is loud. Republic can is inexpensive. Lots of bang for your buck. However, if you sit inside, the noise and the music are too loud and prohibit you from having a good conversation. Not good for a first date or a business engagement. Great for light-hearted, carefree times and drinks with friends. If you're on a limited budget, the place can be a good luxury. If you are willing to spend more, there are better, quieter Asian fusion restaurants.
Come here for the noodles and the crowd. – In Short Set in a warehouse-sized room bathed in dark bluish light, Republic is one of the hottest restaurants in Union Square by virtue of its nouvelle take on affordable Asian cuisine. The noodle dishes (the best is a spicy chicken in a coconut milk-based broth) and the appetizers are a harmonious hodge-podge of Thai, Japanese, and other East Asian cuisines. Benches surround communal, lunch-hall tables, and the din in the high-ceilinged room can become deafening.
Good But They've Got Nothing on Wagamama – I've been to many noodle-bar restaurants and the one I've enjoyed the most to date in America is Republic. Their food is great, service is simple and fast and the bar is well-stocked and service is flash if not fast and middle of the road when it comes to drinks. That said, if they were trying to emulate a noodle-bar place, they should have sent someone over on London and spend a few days in Wagamama. They do it RIGHT. Sorry, Republic, but you come oh so close.
Crave worthy – I'm not one to have cravings for certains foods, as I find all food a fun experience. But I have actual had MAJOR cravings for Republic's glass noodles. Maybe it's the fresh flavor, maybe it's the $8 price tag... but whatever it is, it one of my favs!
Vegetarians Beware! – The restaurant servers were great! Nice people. But nothing on the menu indicated that there would be a problem for a vegetarian such as myself. I checked with the server, as I usually do, and there is fish sauce in EVERYTHING. Not one vegetarian dish. I'm sure it's a great place for meat eaters but not for vegetarians!
inconsistent but some great items – Though some of the items on the menu aren't as great as others, this is still my favorite Union Square restaurant. I've taken to going there every Monday after a long day of work for the fabulous wontons and the absolutely amazing seared salmon and rice, definitely give them a try!
Great! – This place has wonderful food for the right price! You must try the Glass Noodles!
Frequently asked questions about Republic Restaurant
How is Republic Restaurant rated?
Republic Restaurant has a 4.1 star rating with 700 reviews.
When is Republic Restaurant open?
Republic Restaurant is closed now. It will open at 9:00 a.m.
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