Best Lunch Restaurants in Union Square

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1. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron

4.3

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Gramercy Park

Booked 139 times today

Meaning “greenhouse” in Italian, SERRA encompasses a lively and welcoming ambiance reminiscent of the lush Italian countryside, placing an emphasis on evergreen botanicals and pops of color throughout. Escape the busy city streets and celebrate the sunshine and warmer weather with innovative, authentic Italian food and beverage offerings in this 14th floor oasis that is sure to impress!PLEASE NOTE: Our service elevator between the 14th floor and our rooftop restaurant is currently out of order. For any further questions regarding this please contact us directly by phone.

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2. Papillon Bistro and Bar

4.0

Excellent(1087)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Midtown East

Booked 31 times today

Papillon is a stunning classic French Bistro featuring an elegant rustic decor that brings you back through time to a provincial town in France. The exquisite decor is the perfect setting for Papillon's culinary delights. Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, just steps from Central Park, Museum of Modern Art & the famous 5th Avenue shops, Papillon offers a fun environment where our guests feel like family. Our deceivingly large space offers dining experiences to match your every mood, whether you’re enjoying a craft cocktail on our sidewalk café, mingling with colleagues in one of our private rooms, or delighting in dinner and a show at our Opera Night on Saturdays. Get to know our killer staff, and enjoy a sense of community with a little something for everyone. At Papillon Bistro & Bar, every night is made better with just a touch of sophisticated debauchery!

3. Lafayette

4.6

Exceptional(3127)

Price: Expensive

• French • NoHo

Booked 24 times today

Lafayette is an everyday French restaurant conducting the spirit of French dining anew in downtown Manhattan’s NoHo neighborhood. Open morning, noon and night, this grand café and bakery is dedicated to Chef Andrew Carmellini's market-driven bistro cooking in a timeless hallmark setting. Our light-flushed dining room features soaring arched windows overlooking the NoHo streetscapes and a lively rotisserie bar. Our corner boulangerie-patisserie is open all hours offering artisanal breads, croissants, Stumptown coffee drinks, a light breakfast or lunch and a host of confections. In warm weather months, our sidewalk cafe opens daily for open air breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner service.

4. Petite Boucherie

4.7

Exceptional(1348)

Price: Expensive

• French • West Village

Booked 32 times today

Located at the historic intersection of Christopher and Gay Streets, PETITE BOUCHERIE brings a touch of France to the cultured and eclectic neighborhood of West Village. An intimate window-laden, corner restaurant serves French classics pared with curated wine offerings, and it is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch. Petite Boucherie is inspired by the elegance of Parisian Belle Époque, and with a hand-crafted menu of timeless dishes, the intimate bistro serves as a community hub for engaging conversation.We look forward to welcoming you! (you can find the hours of operation on this page)**Please note that kitchen hours may differ

5. Bond 45

4.4

Awesome(9542)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 167 times today

Located in the heart of Times Square, Bond 45 invites you on a culinary journey of exquisite Italian cuisine. Nestled conveniently next to Sweeney Todd and across from Hamilton, we offer a perfect blend of delectable dishes and a prime location for theatergoers. Savor the flavors of Italy with our diverse menu featuring house-made pasta, succulent seafood, specialty veal chops, and artisan thin crust pizzas. Our culinary creations are sure to delight your taste buds. Book your table at Bond 45 today and indulge in the perfect fusion of authentic Italian cuisine and the excitement of Broadway. Whether you're a theater enthusiast or a food lover, our restaurant promises an unforgettable experience!

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6. Bill's Bar and Burger

4.3

Awesome(2486)

Price: Moderate

• Burgers • Rockefeller Center

Booked 348 times today

Welcome to Bill's Bar & Burger Rockefeller Center in New York City! Serving homage to burger and shake lovers, Bill’s Burger & Bar first opened its doors in 2009 at Rockefeller Center in New York City – the largest standalone burger joint in the country. It continues to dazzle patrons with an impressive craft burger list that includes its signature Bill’s ‘Fat Cat’ Burger that was listed as one of CNN’s “Top 10 Burgers in America” and continues to be ranked among New York sources like The Daily Meal and Thrillist. The popular restaurant is known for offering a welcoming, low-key environment for guests to enjoy good company, great food and its extensive list of local and craft beer.

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7. FIG & OLIVE Fifth Avenue

4.5

Awesome(8125)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Midtown East

Booked 13 times today

Our Fifth Avenue location on 52nd Street near Cartier's Mansion comprises two open floors. Downstairs, the bar invites you to escape with one of our signature cocktails and a trio of crostini. Upstairs, our beautiful dining rooms provide the perfect setting for an elegant dinner or business lunch. Close enough to make your curtain, but far enough away from the bustle of Times Square to make your pre-theatre dinner a relaxing start to an evening in the city.

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8. La Grande Boucherie

4.5

Awesome(8055)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Midtown West

Booked 420 times today

With a dazzling dining gallery featuring 40’ glass ceilings, this one-of-a-kind brasserie is built in the tradition of the Belle Epoque, inspired by elegant and ornamental Art Nouveau style. The menu features French classics and timeless bistro favorites, with a focus on prime cuts and an in-house meat program. In addition to an extensive wine list and classic cocktails, La Grande Boucherie also features an inspired menu of absinthe-driven signature drinks.We look forward to welcoming you! (you can find the hours of operation on this page)**Please note that kitchen hours may differ

9. Le Parisien

4.8

Exceptional(2247)

Price: Moderate

• French • Murray Hill

Booked 16 times today

Le Parisien is the go-to neighborhood bistrot for Murray Hill, offering classic French food like steak frites, escargots and moules marinieres, paired with a well-edited list of french wines.Chef Johnathan Masse brings his expert knowledge of comfort food, having most recently served as sous chef at the Waverly Inn, and also for Chef Jonathan Waxman of Barbuto. Along with owner Christian Merand, formerly of Jean-Claude in Soho, they have created a restaurant that focuses on serving consistently great traditional food with a lively and unmistakeably French atmosphere.Also open daily for lunch and brunch on weekends.

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10. Boucherie - Union Square

4.5

Awesome(2601)

Price: Expensive

• French • Gramercy Park

Booked 112 times today

BOUCHERIE is a traditional French brasserie and steakhouse, celebrating Joie de Vivre. The restaurant prepares a menu of French classics and timeless bistro favorites, in addition to the dry-aged steaks. In addition to an extensive wine list and classic drinks, a beverage program that boasts an inspired menu of absinthe-driven signature cocktails. Surrounded by walls of majestic wooden-framed mirrors and original Belle Époque posters, seating at our Union square location varies among pristine white marble and wood bistro tables, cozy burgundy leather booths, a 32ft. handmade pewter bar, and an option for a 40-guest private room, to make the 222-seat restaurant feel timeless. We look forward to welcoming you! (you can find the hours of operation on this page)**Please note that kitchen hours may differ

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Megan
Northwest Florida •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had an amazing dinner experience last night. Our waitress Kathy, from Venezuela, was one of the best parts of our evening. She was in tuned to our needs, knowledge of the menu and drinks, and very charismatic. Our meal was delicious, I got the spaghetti and the addition of baratta cheese was fantastic. The atmosphere was the icing on the cake. I felt like we were in some far away land. The twinkle lights, the trees, it was magical.
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Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC FlatironPrice: Expensive• Italian• Gramercy Park
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4.3
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Luna
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our server Trevor was super attentive and our glasses were never empty! The food was wonderful, my brother said the 12 inch mozzarella stick was the best mozzarella stick he’s ever had. Highly recommend the veggie antipasto and the steak frites, definitely the perfect Christmas Dinner!
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Bond 45Price: Expensive• Italian• Theater District
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4.4
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Jerome
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Spécial Thank you to the manager who made everything possible to get a table for 5 when we booked ( not easy as the Space is limited and christmas is a busy day). We come from France. The food and the atmosphere are excellent. We had great time there. We Will come back !
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Petite BoucheriePrice: Expensive• French• West Village
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4.7
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FlorenceD
St. Louis •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Such a decorative place & perfect for Christmas! Had a great time. Wish they had more vegetarian dish. Some vegetarians hot meal. But my quinoa & kale salad was very delicious so that made my night! Overall it was magical because of the ambiance!
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Papillon Bistro and BarPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Midtown East
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Wesley
Toronto / Ontario •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The room is beautiful, the service seamless, and the food is delicious. A perfect place for dinner!
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LafayettePrice: Expensive• French• NoHo
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4.6

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1. Serra by Birreria - Eataly NYC Flatiron

2. Papillon Bistro and Bar

3. Lafayette

4. Petite Boucherie

5. Bond 45

6. Bill's Bar and Burger

7. FIG & OLIVE Fifth Avenue

8. La Grande Boucherie

9. Le Parisien

10. Boucherie - Union Square

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