UnionSquarePartnership

The Ultimate Neighborhood Destination

Union Square is a vibrant, diverse residential and commercial community known throughout the City and beyond for its incomparable qualities. With many of the most celebrated restaurants, theaters and cultural venues, New Yorkers flock to the area for fine dining and cutting-edge entertainment.

The district's universities, hospitals and hundreds of distinctive retailers make it a preferred destination. Union Square Park serves as an urban oasis providing the community with a beautiful public space; tens of thousands shop at the Greenmarket on the north plaza each week; and the Holiday Market is a favorite seasonal attraction.

USP's free events and programs, including weekly walking tours, the Summer in the Square performance series, and wireless access in the park, bring neighbors, employees and visitors together to share in a real New York experience.

SHOPPING

Go Local In New York's Hot Shopping Zone 

Union Square is one of the City's most active shopping hubs throughout the five boroughs with over 1,500 retail stores, including high-end boutiques, national retailers, discount shops, and one-of-a-kind specialty stores.  Choose from recent additions to the neighborhood's diverse retail mix including Nordstrom Rack, Ibiza Kidz, and Best Buy.  Other retailers include Gamestop, Diesel, Duane Reade, Muji, Seven for all Mankind, Spokesman Cycles, and The Vitamin Shoppe.  Can't find what you are looking for?  Search our Directory and be sure to check out the District Deals page for the latest discounts and promotions.  You can also read about new businesses in our Biz Buzz section on the Homepage.

DINING

Check Out Union Square's Culinary Delights

Union Square is fortunate to count itself among the City's most renowned food districts. With its world-famous Greenmarket and mix of gourmet grocers, the neighborhood serves up some of the City’s best restaurants, eateries and bars.  With countless options to cater to every taste and budget, from light bites and sweet treats, to upscale dining that incorporates the freshest seasonal market produce, Union Square has earned its reputation as the City's "Best Tasting Neighborhood."  USP welcomed a host of new establishments in 2009-10 including Aldea, Nanoosh, Maialino, The Pump, Dos Toros, L.A. Burdick Chocolate, Lillie's, Num Pang, Pret a Manger, Qi Restaurant and Think Coffee. 

ENTERTAINMENT

The District's A Stage For Theater, Music and More

The Union Square's vibrant arts scene includes ballet, off-Broadway theater, galleries, cultural museums, dance studios, cinemas, and so much more.  This summer, don’t miss Marc Wolf's play, Another American, about the issues of gays serving in the military as it takes center stage at the DR2 Theatre, and Stuffed and Unstrung, an adult-themed production created by director-producer-writer Brian Henson will delight at the Union Square Theatre.  If music is what you are after, check out LIVE @ Best Buy, which features local artists showcasing their talent in store and on stage every week, or head over to the Irving Plaza to catch touring acts at one of New York City's most famous venues.

 

The City's "Best Tasting Neighborhood" For Breakfast Too!

Looking for the perfect place to jumpstart your morning with a great breakfast meal? Union Square is home to some of the City’s tastiest eateries and we’ve got a list of some of our favorite morning hot spots that serve delicious breakfast dishes – everything from baguettes and croissants to quiches and pancakes.

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