Food and drink at Time Out Market Union Square | Time Out Market Union Square, NYC

Michael Ayoub’s Fornino helped ignite New York’s artisanal pizza craze back in 2004. At Union Square, the longtime Dumbo favorite brings signature pies, sandwiches, crisp salads and seasonal specials inspired by the nearby Greenmarket. Expect blistered crusts, inventive toppings and a menu that celebrates both tradition and creativity.

Chef Dhanapol “Oak” Marprasert, with his partner Jina, offers a vibrant tour of Thai street food. Expect dishes like pad kra pao, noodles, salads and seafood plates, all layered with spice, herbs and Bangkok-inspired energy. Their Union Square outpost channels the same bold flavors and lively spirit that made their Astoria restaurant a neighborhood favorite.

Chef Chintan Pandya and Roni Mazumdar bring the fire and flavor of a Delhi night market to Union Square. Skewers of chicken, lamb and paneer are grilled over open flames, joined by biryani, breads and cooling mango lassi. It’s a bold and unapologetic celebration of Indian flavors that’s designed to thrill.

Anthony Valois left Wall Street for sandwiches, and New Yorkers are better for it. At Union Square he serves porchetta, house-cured pastrami and Italian classics layered between crackly bread, straight from his Staten Island hit. Each bite is a tribute to his passion for quality ingredients and hearty flavor.

Chef Kwame Onwuachi reimagines the Bronx patty runs of his youth with playful upgrades: curried chicken, beef, or jerk mushroom patties tucked in coco bread, finished with slaw and sauces. Expect bold flavors and comfort in every bite. It’s a creative take on a childhood favorite, elevated with his signature flair.

Even though he is one of the trendsetters who sparked the smashed burger movement in NYC, Mark Mendaros didn’t start in the burger biz. His first foray into the New York scene was more about baby back ribs and golden fried chicken at his American bistro, Oola’s Kitchen, in the Lower East Side. But the pandemic had other plans for Mendaros, who, like many proprietors, pivoted his business to a walk-up window-only concept called Smashed NYC. He bet it all on his best-seller—a smash burger—and the rest, as they say, is history. Smashed NYC is a certified hit and its seared, crispy patties have set a trend we have yet to come down from.

So what is it that makes Smashed NYC so special? Is it the patties with caramelized, griddled edges? Is it the scratch-made sauces, from the tangy secret smash sauce to the truffle-ized swirl? 
Whatever the proverbial secret sauce, Smashed NYC is one burger mainstay we can all get behind.

Tacos Fonda brings the spirit of Fonda, the beloved NYC Mexican restaurant founded in 2009, to Time Out Market Union Square. Led by celebrated chef and cookbook author Roberto Santibañez, Fonda has earned a devoted following for a thoughtful approach to traditional Mexican flavors, pairing time-honored techniques with an easy, welcoming neighborhood feel. Now, that same point of view arrives in a market-ready format made for quick lunches, casual dinners, and sharing.

The menu focuses on what Fonda does best: craveable tacos, satisfying quesadillas, and desserts that feel like the right final note. Tacos are served three per order on corn or flour tortillas, built with bold, balanced flavors and bright accompaniments. You’ll find options that range from richly savory to crisp and refreshing, each one rooted in the kind of comfort and clarity that keeps you coming back.

To round out the experience, Tacos Fonda offers sides that invite the table to linger. Think guacamole with chips, a trio of house salsas, and snackable bites that turn “just one taco” into a full spread. Dessert finishes keep the momentum going with crowd favorites like churros and citrus-forward sweets, plus a few indulgent treats for anyone who believes the best meals end on a high note.

What stands out most is the warmth behind the food. Drawing on the flavors of Santibañez’s native Mexico City, Tacos by Fonda delivers authenticity without formality. It’s approachable, deeply satisfying, and designed to fit the rhythm of Union Square. Whether you’re grabbing something quick or building a shared meal, this is Mexican cooking with heart, tradition, and serious everyday crave.

From a countryside roastery in Scotland to the heart of Union Square, Common Coffee brings a thoughtful, globally minded approach to your daily cup. Now pouring at Time Out Market, Common Coffee focuses on quality sourcing, careful roasting, and flavors designed to be enjoyed morning through afternoon. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick espresso, lingering over a latte, or settling in with a pour-over, each cup reflects a commitment to craft and consistency.

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Love what you’re sipping? Take the experience home with a bag of freshly roasted beans, available to purchase in-market.