Pierre Loti Union Square

4.6

217 Reviews

$30 and under

Mediterranean

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2 people

17 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Charming

Named after the turn-of-the-century French novelist, Pierre Loti Union Square offers an extensive menu of European wines. French varietals dominate the offerings, but the selection includes a healthy mix of other regions and grapes (Austria, Italy, and even Turkey make appearances). There are daily pocket-friendly specials, and each pour comes with a little extra in a fancy carafe. The wine-friendly food menu includes an impressive choice of cheeses and small plates ranging from Mediterranean dips, salads and a delectable choice of chocolates for dessert. Vibe-wise, the ultra-dim lighting ensures the place stays rife with snuggly couples as well as groups of friends looking for an enjoyable night out.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Turkish
Hours of Operation
Dinner: Tuesday- Sunday: 3:00pm-12:00am Monday: 3:00pm-12:00am
Phone number
(212) 777-5684
Website
http://www.pierrelotiwinebar.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Necmi Karadayi

Location
53 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003
Area
Union Square
Cross Street
17th and 18thStreet
Parking details
Nearby Subway Stops <br />4, 5, 6, L, N, Q, R, W at 14th St.-Union Sq
Public transit
4,5,6,N,R,WQ
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

Wine Tasting Package - Five Wine Pairing
USD 65.00 per person
Multiple dates available
You will be given 5 different wines to try (your choice of red, white, or mixed), each accompanie with a perfect food match - from chocolates to cheese to charcuterie. At the end, there will be an additional blind wine tasting and the skilled person who can closest guess the wine, will receive a free bottle of it which can be shared right away or, reserved for your next visit. This is a 2 hour event and for a minimum of 8 guests.
Wine Tasting Package - Old World Vs. New World
USD 75.00 per person
Multiple dates available
We will pick the same grape from the old world (wines from France, Italy, Spain, etc.) to compare with their counterpart from the new world (America, Australia, South Africa, etc.). In tasting eight wines total, you can start to appreciate the differences between the same grapes grown and produced in different regions. This package comes with a cheese plate, a charcuterie plate, hummus, pita bread and nuts and dried fruit. This is a two hour event for a minimum of 8 people.
Wine Tasting Package - Sparkling & Champagne
USD 95.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Each guest will have a chance to taste and compare sparkling wines and champagne, the most extravagant bubbly of them all! We will serve Cava (Spanish sparkling), Prosecco (Italian sparkling), French sparkling and champagne, each paired with food. This is a two hour event for a minimum of 8 people.

Soup of the DayUSD 12.00
Shepperd's SaladUSD 16.00
Fresh farm tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, red onions tossed with olive oil and vinaigrette
Beet SaladUSD 17.00
Beets, goat cheese, arugula, pistachio served with olive oil
Kale SaladUSD 16.00
Kale, red paper, scallions, chickpeas with almond, dipping dressing
Watermelon SaladUSD 17.00
Watermelon, melon, cherry tomatoes, feta, mint, pomegranate dressing

Pierre Loti Classics

Bruschetta PlateUSD 19.00
Tomato, basil, feta cheese, balsamic vinegar, roasted mushrooms, fresh mozzarella, thyme, brie, walnuts, figs with honey
Tuna TartarUSD 22.00
Yellow fin tuna, avocado, cucumber, sesame oil, scallion, served with baby arugula
Truffle Deviled EggsUSD 12.00
Devilled eggs with mustard, mayonnaise and white truffle oil

Pizzas

MargheritaUSD 19.00
SoujoukUSD 23.00
Mushroom TruffleUSD 21.00
Chicken BuffaloUSD 23.00

Cheese + Charcuterie

Aged Manchego / Sheep / Spain
Le Chevrot / Goat / France
Chorizo / Spain
Brie de Nangis / Cow / France
Prosciutto di Parma / Italy
Bresaola / Uruguay
Two Sisters / Cow / Holland

Cold Appetizers

HummusUSD 14.00
Chickpea with tahini, garlic, lemon, cumin and olive oil
AtomUSD 14.00
Thick yogurt top with hot chili dried pepper, garlic and olive oil
Stuffed Grape LeavesUSD 16.00
Stuffed grape leaves with seasoned Turkish rice
Baba GhanousUSD 14.00
Finely chopped oven roasted eggplant with tahini and olive oil
TzatzikiUSD 14.00
Yogurt, cucumber, fresh dill, garlic and olive oil
Feta-CadoUSD 16.00
Baby spinach, sheep feta, mozzarella cheese, walnut, garlic with avocado
ShaksukaUSD 15.00
Pan sautéed eggplant cubes, peppers, caramelized onion with light tomato sauce
Eggplant CaviarUSD 15.00
Charred grilled roasted Italian eggplant, roasted pepper, fresh parsley. Seasoned with lemon juice and evoo
Stuffed Dried Eggplant & Red PepperUSD 16.00
Stuffed with seasoned Turkish rice and pomegranate reduction
MuammaraUSD 15.00
Roasted Turkish red bell pepper chopped with walnut, breadcrumbs, fresh parsley and roasted garlic
Mix Mezze of FiveUSD 35.00
Chef's choice of the day
Baby ArtichokeUSD 18.00
Green peas, baby carrot, pearl onion, potatoes. Cooked in olive oil & lemon juice

Hot Appetizers

FalafelUSD 15.00
Small croquettes of mashed and mixed chickpeas cilantro, garlic and scallion
Grilled Turkish Beef SausageUSD 16.00
Air dried beef sausage served with grilled tomatoes, pearl onion
Manti
Handmade beef dumplings served with light garlic yogurt sauce
- SmUSD 15.00
- LgUSD 25.00
Phyllo Feta Cheese RollsUSD 16.00
Golden Crisped phyllo roll stuffed with feta cheese, dill and Turkish herbs
PacangaUSD 18.00
Dried aged beef pastrami, peppers, mushrooms with mozzerella cheese
Lamb Shish
Grilled lamb shish with onion salad. Served with muammara
- SmUSD 16.00
- LgUSD 28.00
Zucchini PancakeUSD 17.00
Zucchini with dill, scallion, eggs and flour served with yogurt sauce
Sardines and GrapesUSD 18.00
Grilled fillet sardines seasoned with olive oil garlic and dill wrapped in grape leaves
Grilled OctopusUSD 28.00
Grilled octopus with tomatoes, red onion, vinegar and olive oil
Fried CalamariUSD 19.00
Fried calamari with homemade tarator sauce

From The Sea

Grilled SalmonUSD 26.00
Shrimp CasserolUSD 32.00
Grilled Whole BranzinoUSD 35.00

From The Land

TandirUSD 34.00
Roasted lamb
Lamb ChopsUSD 38.00
Grilled baby lamb chops
Chicken ShishUSD 25.00
Grilled organic chicken
Shell SteakUSD 42.00

From The Mom's Kitchen

OkraUSD 24.00
Baby organic okra cooked with tomatoes, onion and chickpeas. Served with bulgur pilaf
Palace KebabUSD 29.00
Oven roasted stuffed baby eggplant stuffed with cubes of beef and mashed potatoes. Served with bulgur pilaf
Falafel PlatterUSD 26.00
Falafels on a bed of hummus with bulgur pilaf and pickle
Hunkar's DelightUSD 30.00
Cubes of sautéed beef served over pureed eggplant seasoned and thickened with Bechamel sauce

Sides

3 for $25, 5 for $35, 7 for $50

Eggplant PureeUSD 8.00
Grilled VegetableUSD 8.00
Sautéed SpinachUSD 8.00
Truffled French FriesUSD 8.00
Mashed PotatoesUSD 8.00
Bulgur PilafUSD 8.00

What 217 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

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Pierre Loti Union Square is a "neighborhood gem" offering a "wonderful dining experience" with "terrific staff" and "fabulous food." The Mediterranean menu features standout dishes like lamb skewers and falafel. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and cozy ambiance. It's perfect for casual gatherings or special occasions with "amazing ambience."

217 Reviews

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Natalie VIP
New York City30 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We always have such a good time at Pierre Loti. The food is delicious (we love all the mezze) and the service is always cheerful and attentive. Great portion sizes and good wine selection. It's equally as good for large group dinners, or a date night. Cheers!
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Deborah
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Their hospitality was A-1 - friendly, personal, welcoming - which right out of the gate was lovely (a lost art at many restaurants). That combined with a classy but down to earth atmosphere, perfect lighting, delicious food... I would absolutely go back when heading to that part of town and will recommend it to friends.
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jospehine
New York City1 review
4.0
Dined on 12 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent accommodating service with delicious Mediterranean foods— small plates and meals
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Rose Marie
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first visit and we loved it and plan on going back. Food was fresh, plentiful and delicious. Staff was helpful and accommodating, didn't rush us out. Overall wonderful experience.
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Janet VIP
New York City2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 4 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was great, pace was very quiet. No one was there besides one other table at 1pm.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 3 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, service, generous portions. Best mulled wine in NYC.
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Amita
New York City4 reviews
3.0
Dined on 27 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The appetizers were better than main dishes. The lentil soup was very good. We expected mummara to be a warm appetizer, it was cold. The okra dish had little taste. The salmon was too salty.
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Karen
New York City85 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Warm and welcoming owners and space in a great location for Vineyard Theater and the area. Soft lighting, contemporary and comfortable chairs, classy bar, nicely spaced tables including half a dozen large hightops. Great drinks menu. The house Montepulciano (red) is among the best we've tasted. Happy Hour menu is extensive and well-priced, and portions of their Mediterranean fare are generous. Delicious baba ganoush, hummus, falafel, and lamb. We enjoyed it so much we returned after theater for light bites (assortment of three unusual and yummy bruschetta) and dessert. Never had a poached pear so large, and so delicious we ordered two! The larger part of the restaurant is undergoing renovations and that suited us fine. Highly recommend it!
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Steven
New York City11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have gone to Loti for years. The expansion of the restaurant side and menu is an added bonus to the establishment.
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Louis VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food, ambiance, service. Couldn't ask for more. Owner is a wonderful person that works hard to make sure all customers are well taken care of. Will definitely go back.
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FAQs

Pierre Loti Union Square offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 777-5684.

Pierre Loti Union Square is rated 4.6 stars by 217 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

17 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

53 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

Cross Street
17th and 18thStreet
Area
Union Square
Hours of Operation
Dinner: Tuesday- Sunday: 3:00pm-12:00am Monday: 3:00pm-12:00am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Turkish
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Nearby Subway Stops <br />4, 5, 6, L, N, Q, R, W at 14th St.-Union Sq
Public transit
4,5,6,N,R,WQ
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Necmi Karadayi
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://www.pierrelotiwinebar.com/
Phone number
(212) 777-5684

Pierre Loti Union Square

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Wine Tasting Package - Five Wine Pairing

Wine Tasting Package - Old World Vs. New World

Wine Tasting Package - Sparkling & Champagne

Soup & Salads

Soup of the DayUSD 12.00

Shepperd's SaladUSD 16.00

Beet SaladUSD 17.00

Kale SaladUSD 16.00

Watermelon SaladUSD 17.00

Pierre Loti Classics

Bruschetta PlateUSD 19.00

Tuna TartarUSD 22.00

Truffle Deviled EggsUSD 12.00

Pizzas

MargheritaUSD 19.00

SoujoukUSD 23.00

Mushroom TruffleUSD 21.00

Chicken BuffaloUSD 23.00

Cheese + Charcuterie

Aged Manchego / Sheep / Spain

Le Chevrot / Goat / France

Chorizo / Spain

Brie de Nangis / Cow / France

Prosciutto di Parma / Italy

Bresaola / Uruguay

Two Sisters / Cow / Holland

Cold Appetizers

HummusUSD 14.00

AtomUSD 14.00

Stuffed Grape LeavesUSD 16.00

Baba GhanousUSD 14.00

TzatzikiUSD 14.00

Feta-CadoUSD 16.00

ShaksukaUSD 15.00

Eggplant CaviarUSD 15.00

Stuffed Dried Eggplant & Red PepperUSD 16.00

MuammaraUSD 15.00

Mix Mezze of FiveUSD 35.00

Baby ArtichokeUSD 18.00

Hot Appetizers

FalafelUSD 15.00

Grilled Turkish Beef SausageUSD 16.00

Manti

Phyllo Feta Cheese RollsUSD 16.00

PacangaUSD 18.00

Lamb Shish

Zucchini PancakeUSD 17.00

Sardines and GrapesUSD 18.00

Grilled OctopusUSD 28.00

Fried CalamariUSD 19.00

From The Sea

Grilled SalmonUSD 26.00

Shrimp CasserolUSD 32.00

Grilled Whole BranzinoUSD 35.00

From The Land

TandirUSD 34.00

Lamb ChopsUSD 38.00

Chicken ShishUSD 25.00

Shell SteakUSD 42.00

From The Mom's Kitchen

OkraUSD 24.00

Palace KebabUSD 29.00

Falafel PlatterUSD 26.00

Hunkar's DelightUSD 30.00

Sides

Eggplant PureeUSD 8.00

Grilled VegetableUSD 8.00

Sautéed SpinachUSD 8.00

Truffled French FriesUSD 8.00

Mashed PotatoesUSD 8.00

Bulgur PilafUSD 8.00

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