Your guide to the food and drink at Time Out Market Union Square
Located on the ground floor of Zero Irving, just steps from Union Square Park, Time Out Market Union Square brings together a handpicked lineup of New York food talent, drinks and cultural programming under one roof.
Explore a mix of local favorites and rising culinary names, from Caribbean-inspired barbecue and Thai favorites to smash burgers, slow-roasted meats and plant-forward dishes. Stop by Café d’Avignon for coffee and pastries, grab a cocktail at the Market bar, then find a seat in the communal dining area or out on the terrace.
Beyond the food, the Market is a gathering place for live music, neighborhood events and cultural happenings that bring people together. Whether you're stopping in for lunch, meeting friends for dinner or catching a live performance, there's room to eat well, discover something new and make yourself at home in Union Square.
New York, lunch is on us. Well, almost.
Time Out Market Union Square is serving up a $14 lunch, Monday through Friday from 11am–2pm. Whether you're stepping out of the office, squeezing in a break between meetings or just looking for something good without the guesswork, dig into a lineup of Market favorites at one straightforward price.
Good food. No lunch dilemma. Just $14.
Lunch done. One price. $14.
At BKLYN Wild, Chef Ivy Stark puts plants in the spotlight without skimping on flavor or protein. Expect colorful ingredients, bold combinations and feel-good dishes that satisfy. Start with the Brussels Sprout Caesar, featuring baby kale and chili-lime Caesar dressing, or dig into the Feliz bowl, a vibrant mix of red quinoa, roasted plantains, black beans, papaya and red cabbage tossed with honey-lime vinaigrette.
A little French technique, a lot of New York charm. Café d’Avignon brings artisan baking, fresh pastries and quality coffee to your daily routine. Stop in for a morning croissant, grab a coffee on the go or take a moment to slow down and stay awhile.
Open daily from 8am–4pm.
Jase’s BBQ brings Caribbean flavor to the barbecue classics you know and love. Born and raised in Tobago, Jase Franklyn learned the craft alongside his mother before bringing his island-inspired cooking to the Rockaways, Smorgasburg and now Time Out Market Union Square.
Come hungry for jerk wings and sliced-to-order brisket finished with a sweet, smoky passionfruit BBQ sauce. Add creamy mac and cheese, golden cornbread or crisp coleslaw, and you've got a plate worth coming back for.
Chef Dhanapol “Oak” Marprasert and his partner, Jina, bring the energy of Thai street food to Time Out Market Union Square. Expect bold, Bangkok-inspired flavors across dishes like pad kra pao, noodle favorites, srping rolls and broth bowls, all layered with fragrant herbs, spice and plenty of character. Building on the neighborhood following of their Astoria restaurant, Kam Rai Thai serves up the vibrant flavors and spirit of Thailand right in the heart of Union Square.
Mark Mendaros helped put NYC’s smash burger scene on the map, but burgers weren’t where his story began. When the pandemic forced a pivot, he took a chance on a walk-up window concept built around his best-selling smash burger. Smashed NYC quickly found its following, winning fans with crispy, caramelized edges and juicy patties.
The secret? It might be the perfectly seared crust, the scratch-made sauces or that signature smash sauce. Maybe it’s the truffle twist. Whatever the draw, Smashed NYC has earned its place in the city’s burger conversation. Come hungry and see what the buzz is about at Time Out Market Union Square.
The team behind Smashed NYC brings a new comfort-food favorite to Time Out Market Union Square. At The Rotisserie Haus, herb-marinated chicken slow-roasts to golden perfection, alongside steak frites, crispy fries and seasonal sides. It's honest, satisfying cooking made for a proper lunch or an easy dinner. Stop by on weekdays for $14 lunch specials, including steak and roasted chicken sandwiches, and find your new go-to order.
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