Union Square Cafe – American
This iconic New York institution hums with a sophisticated energy, where warm lighting and polished service welcome guests into a space that feels both timeless and vibrantly alive. The kitchen masterfully pairs the briny freshness of Island Creek oysters and zesty Bluefin tuna with soulful comforts like buttery Parker House rolls and decadent duck liver profiteroles. Every table sparkles with the conviviality of shared polenta fritters and crisp garlic potato chips, creating a dining experience that celebrates the very heart of urban hospitality.
235, Park Avenue South, 10003 +12122434020 https://www.unionsquarecafe.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, high-protein, dairy-free, low-carb, vegan, keto, mediterranean, pescatarian, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, sugar-free, whole30, paleo, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, raw-food, aip, carnivore, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
- Garlic Potato Chips - $9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Duck Liver Profiterole - $6: Black Pepper Craquelin, Quince Mostarda Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Polenta Fritters - $18: Perigord Truffle, Honey, Fontina Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Parker House Rolls - $12: Caramelized Onions, Gruyère Cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pastry Basket - $16: Ginger Cardamom Bun, Feta & Herb Scone, Spiced Pear Muffin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Island Creek Oysters (Half Dozen) - $24: Fennel Mignonette, Cocktail Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Slow-Carb
- Island Creek Oysters (Dozen) - $48: Fennel Mignonette, Cocktail Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Lectin-Free
- Shrimp Cocktail - $26: Cocktail Sauce, Remoulade Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach
- Bluefin Tuna Calabrese - $25: Spicy Sundried Tomato, Apricot, Mint Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Faroe Island Salmon - $22: Carrot, Coriander, Crema Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Citrus Cured Fluke - $23: Apple, Dill, Squash Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- USC Seafood Platter - $56: Habanada Island Creek Oysters, Top Neck Clams Oreganata, Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail, Mussels Gremolata, Daily Crudo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- White Bean Soup - $19: Charred Escarole, Pecorino, Black Pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Winter Citrus Salad - $22: Brown Butter, Toasted Almonds, Bahri Dates Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Bibb Salad - $19: Gruyère, Garlic Croutons, Dijon Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicory Caesar Salad - $23: Parmigiano Breadcrumbs, Bottarga Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Broccoli - $21: Pomegranate, Candied Pecans, Yogurt
- Candy Roaster Squash - $22: Whipped Feta, Pickled Peppers, Herb Salad Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Agnolotti al Limone - $26: Sheep’s Milk Ricotta, Meyer Lemon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Spaghetti alle Cozze - $26: Mussels Marinara, Basil, Chili Breadcrumbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Mafaldine all' Anatra - $29: Duck Ragu, Pistachio, Amaro Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Gnocchono di Patate - $24: Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Spaghetti fra Diavola - $28: Ruby Red Shrimp, Fermented Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Roasted Rutabaga au Poivre - $34: Frisée, Green Peppercorn Gremolata, Crispy Shallots Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Trout Almondine - $35: Brussels Sprouts, Almonds, Brown Butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Candida
- Chicken Paillard - $34: Chanterelles, Melted Shallots, Sauce Fine Herbes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Pork Milanese - $35: Honeycrisp, Radicchio, Horseradish Butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- 19th Street Burger - $32: Cheddar, Heritage Bacon, Herb Aioli, Rosemary Shoestring Fries Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Swordfish Piccata - $38: Puntarelle, Melted Cipollini Onions, Lemon Caper Butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Coriander Crusted Duck Breast - $58: Prunes, Parsnip, Red Wine Jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Lamb Scottadito - $48: Squash Scapece, Aji Dulce Peppers, Whipped Feta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Candida
- Koji-Rubbed Brandt Farms Ribeye - $168: Choice of Two Sides Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Candida
- Fig and Yogurt Bowl - $19: Granola, Chia Pudding, Fig Preserves Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Whipped Ricotta Toast - $21: Persimmon, Honey Verjus, Black Pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic
- French Toast - $24: Lemon Mascarpone, Winter Citrus Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Steak and Eggs - $40: Beef Tenderloin, Béarnaise, Tarragon Verde Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Roasted Mushrooms - $14 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Crispy Fingerling Potatoes - $11 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Chili Glazed Carrots - $14 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts - $12 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Tiramisu - $16: Mascarpone Mousse, Pavesini, Espresso
- Crème Fraiche Cheesecake - $16: Almond, Cranberry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Apple Cake - $16: Samascott Orchard Apples, Caramel, Fior di Latte Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Hazelnut Tart - $16: Praline Crunch, Hazelnut Whipped Cream, Maldon Salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Greenmarket Cheese Plate - $22: Selection of local cheeses with Andrews Honeycomb and USC Pear Mostarda Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- USC Americano Cocktail - $19: Bordiga Rosso Vermouth, St. Agrestis Inferno, Soda
- Sunday in the Park - $19: Rosemary, Neversink Gin, Apple Aperitif, Honey
- Bronx Brewery Well Earned Pilsner - $14: Draft Beer
- Cachumber Cooler (Spirit Free) - $14: Cucumber, Jalapeño, Cilantro, Lime, Tonic