Union Square Cafe Menu (Update 2025)

Located in the heart of New York City, Union Square Cafe offers a vibrant blend of New American cuisine infused with fresh, seasonal ingredients. The menu showcases a variety of standout dishes, including their Spaghetti Fra Diavolo and the acclaimed lemon pasta with toasted breadcrumbs, which have won over the palates of both newcomers and loyal patrons alike. For those seeking a light bite, the Bibb & Red Oak Leaf Lettuces or Chilled Gulf Shrimp appetizers are excellent choices.

The restaurant's inviting ambiance, complemented by friendly service, makes it perfect for gatherings or a romantic dinner. Union Square Cafe also embraces inclusivity, offering vegan options alongside its well-curated wine list. Whether indulging in their house-special desserts like apple cake or enjoying cocktails at the bar, you'll find that every visit is an opportunity for a delightful culinary experience.

Aperitifs

Apricot Spritz

Roulot l'Abricot Liqueur, Prosecco

Pineau des Charentes

Jean-Luc Pasquet, France

Barnstable, MA

St. Simon, NB

Chelsea Gem, WA

Fanny Bay, BC

Oysters

Appetizers

Bibb & Red Oak Leaf Lettuces

Gruyère, Dijon Vinaigrette, Sourdough Croutons

$15.00

Bowl of Polenta

Narragansett Creamery Crescendo, Maitake Mushrooms, Pesto

$13.00

American Paddlefish Caviar

Potato Bomboloni, Crème Fraîche, Chives

$21.00

Fritto Misto

Calamari, Scallops, Peppers, Artichoke

$19.00

Asparagus Sformato

Green Garlic Breadcrumbs, Lemon

$17.00

Chilled Gulf Shrimp

Spring Onion, Chili Vinaigrette, Uni Aioli

$19.00

Ricotta Gnocchi

Tomato-Basil Passatina, Pecorino Romano

$18.00

Heritage Chicken Tortelloni

Buttered Pea Leaves, Ramps

$21.00

Rigatoni

Carrots, Fresno Chilies, Scallion, Greek Yogurt, Pancetta

$23.00

Pappardelle al Sugo di Coniglio

Rabbit, Parmigiano Reggiano

$27.00

Frascatelli

Blue Crab, Asparagus, Soft Herbs

$29.00

Pasta

Special for Two

Pat LaFrieda Dry-Aged Rib Eye

Choice of Two Sides

$151.00

USC Burger

Beecher's Flagship Cheddar, Bacon, Brioche, French Fries

$27.00

Spiced Chicken

White Sweet Potato a la Plancha, Cippollini

$31.00

Grilled Halibut

Fava Beans, Peperonata

$39.00

Butter Roasted Monkfish

Wild Mushroom Broth, Turnips, Napa Cabbage

$38.00

Pan Roasted Pekin Duck

Ramp Polenta, Rhubarb

$43.00

Braised Lamb Shank

Sweetbreads, Scaffata

$46.00

Roasted Pork Rack

Shell Beans, Fennel Sausage, Dandelion Greens

$39.00

Main Courses

Vegetables & Sides

Fagioli alla Toscana

Fried Spring Rapini

Colatura

Aspargus a la Plancha

Wilted Spinach

Lemon

Whole Roasted Carrots

Garlic, Hot Honey