The team behind Smashed NYC has turned from the grill to the spit with The Rotisserie Haus, bringing classic rotisserie cooking to Time Out Market Union Square. Founder Mark Mendaros and Chef Fredy Cetina keep the philosophy refreshingly straightforward: quality ingredients, traditional techniques, and letting fire and time do the work.
The menu centers on slow-roasted meats, comforting sides, and hearty, approachable fare. The herb-marinated free-range roasted chicken arrives with seasonal accompaniments, the New York steak frites come with house-made sauces, and the fire-roasted jumbo shrimp offer a lighter option from the same flame. Classic sides round it out, including roasted Brussels sprouts, olive oil potato purée, and brown rice pilaf.
Lunch matters here too. The menu includes sandwiches built for a midday break, and nostalgic desserts close out the meal for anyone who saved room. Every dish is designed to feel familiar and welcoming, the kind of food you’d expect from a neighborhood favorite.
That neighborhood-favorite feeling is the real pitch. In the middle of Union Square’s constant motion, The Rotisserie Haus offers something that feels a little slower and a little warmer. It’s a good choice for a group that wants a proper meal, or for anyone who likes the idea of a well-roasted chicken after a long day. And if you can’t decide between this and burgers, the sibling concept, Smashed, is a few steps away.