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Union Square Cafe
- American
- New York, NY
About this business
Union Square Cafe is one of the finest restaurants in New York City, offering pristine service, ambiance, and food. The culinary expertise of chef Carmen Quagliata brings new life to the restaurant's new American cuisine, which is made with locally sourced ingredients. Head to Union Square Cafe for a full bar, fun balcony, and must-try dining experience inspired by the Greenmarket community.
Location details
101 E 19th St, 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 |
sublime – definatley one of my favorite restuarants in the city. the decor is quite simple, but you never feel stuffy or uneasy. the food is excellent and well prepared and everything on the menu was great. i dont know what the prior review meant when he/she said that the desserts werent that good, because the dish with carmelized bananas as well as the warm chocolate cake were to die for. maybe you do have a very simple palate? but blue water grill is absolutley no comparison b/c i've eaten there as well and the food was ju... read more
Simply excellent! – Went there for lunch. Outstanding! (and a somewhat cheaper option than dinner). Food was excellent. Good size portions. Good wine list. Service was impeccable. Very nice ambiance. Not stuffy, and not too loud. Brought the kids and the waitstaff treated them like regular customers (though a few patrons gave some disapproving glances).
met expectations – My visit to Union Square Cafe could be termed a very well-executed dining experience. Although the cuisine was not exceptionally imaginative or innovative, everything was very thoughtfully prepared and there it was clear that there was great attention to detail. The waitstaff was attentive and helpful in making some tough decisions with a menu loaded with appetizing selections. While the appetizers were somewhat run of the mill, many of the entrees were excellent. In particular, the lamb chops and the stea... read more
Disappointed – We saw on televsion that there is a note from the chef if you get leftovers...we ate there hoping to get a note with our leftovers only to find out there was none. The food was very expensive and tasted so so. For such a famous place they had very few choices on the menu. The menu only pleases a fancy palate but not for the average person. Desserts were too exotic and for chocolate lovers like ourselves there was nothing on the menu to satisfy. We headed next door to Blue Water Grill for dessert and ended up h... read more
Union is a winner – I recently went to Union Square Cafe for the first time and I loved it. I liked the atmosphere and the friendly service. I also liked the food. I had an amazing salad with dijon dressing and my boyfriend had the most amazing pasta with a black truffle butter sauce. It was so amazing, he ordered another. I had a wonderful smoked steak with great mashed potatoes and for dessert I had the lemon ice box cake which was amazing!! Our waiter was the best and he brought us another dessert on the house. I think th... read more
A wonderful experience – Our dinner was one of the best dining experiences we have had in NYC. Wonderful service, knowledgeable advice about the menu and wine list, and the food was great! Definitely more American than French, the hearty lamb and rabbit dishes were perfect for a cold winter evening.
Fabulous! – Union Square Cafe has a great atmosphere and the food's presentation was magnificent. The service was prompt and friendly. You must try the Steamed Chocolate Cake for dessert. It melts in your mouth and you will beg for more. I almost ordered another one.
Gone downhill a bit. – For "upscale comfort food", this place still has a warm ambiance and nice staff. However, food and service have gotten a bit sloppy. We waited 20+ minutes for our 9pm Friday reservations. In the meantime, the bartender made us marvelous, perfectly-mixed drinks. While the oysters were beautiful, the risotto was a bit on the bland side. Unfortunately, the duck special was too tough despite being still rare and bloody/pink. They also brought us the wrong dessert (I was deathly allergic to the nuts in the ... read more
Some places are popular for a reason – Every now and then someone on CitySearch writes a scathing review of USC. I can't help but wonder if they ate at the same restaurant I have. I've eaten at Union Square numerous times and can say without reservation that it is one of my absolute favorites. I have never experienced anything but wonderful food and excellent service. In fact, I find the wait staff to be some of the most down-to-earth and well-trained people in the business.
Frequently asked questions about Union Square Cafe
How is Union Square Cafe rated?
Union Square Cafe has a 4.6 star rating with 2,285 reviews.
When is Union Square Cafe open?
Union Square Cafe is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m.
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