Things to Do in Union Square, New York
A historic park surrounded by major streets like Broadway and Park Avenue. The area is known for its lively atmosphere and is a hub for markets and events, with Union Square Park serving as a central gathering spot.
- The ReShopFlea Market
- Books of WonderBookstore
- Union Square GreenmarketMarket
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bōm
Michelin ★Korean· $$$$This modern counter tucked behind sister restaurant Oiji Mi showcases contemporary Korean fare with a focus on wagyu beef.
Oiji Mi
Michelin ★Korean· $$$$Chef Brian Kim and his team serve up very impressive modern Korean cuisine in a sleek space attended to by a fleet of staff.
Portale
★ 4.8 · 787Italian· $100+One walk down a charming, interior walkway to access Chef Alfred Portale's chic Chelsea dining room, set in a former 19th-century carriage house.
- Mon–Tue
- 5 PM – 9:30 PM
- Wed–Thu
- 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
- Fri
- 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 10:30 PM
- Sat
- 5 PM – 10:30 PM
- Sun
- 11:30 AM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Everything's Jake NYC Bar & Lounge
★ 4.6 · 479Cocktail Bar· $20–60A bar and lounge with moody lighting, warm interiors, and retro charm, known for its exceptional cocktails and food offerings.
- Mon–Wed
- 4 PM – 12:30 AM
- Thu
- 4 PM – 1:30 AM
- Fri
- 4 PM – 2:30 AM
- Sat
- 3 PM – 2:30 AM
- Sun
- 3 PM – 12:30 AM
Thai Villa
★ 4.7 · 7.8kThai· $20–80Serves traditional and unique Thai fare in a stylish space with dark-wood accents and ornate fixtures.
- Mon–Thu
- 11:30 AM – 3:15 PM, 4:30 PM – 10:15 PM
- Fri
- 11:30 AM – 3:15 PM, 4:30 PM – 10:40 PM
- Sat
- 11:30 AM – 3:15 PM, 4:30 PM – 10:30 PM
- Sun
- 11:30 AM – 3:15 PM, 4:30 PM – 10:15 PM
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Ranked using weather, setting, ratings, and review volume.
- 1The ReShop
- 2Books of Wonder
- 3Union Square Greenmarket
- 4bōm
- 5Oiji Mi
- 6Portale
- 7Beads of Paradise
- 8Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace
- 9Blue Dove Coffee
- 10Everything's Jake NYC Bar & Lounge
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