Union Square Cafe
Est. 1985
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A NYC staple since 1985, Union Square Cafe offers a beautiful private event space and semi-private space
The Lowdown
Type
Restaurant / Private Dining
Views
Cityscape
Style
Classic
Best type of Celebrations

Venue Setting

Whether you’re planning a business lunch for your team or a wedding reception with your loved ones, we’re here to help you host an unforgettable event. Supported by our incredible team, we have semi-private and private event spaces ready to accommodate a wide range of party formats and sizes. In the following pages, you’ll find everything you need to plan your next event, including information about our spaces, layouts, menus, and team.

Capacity

Seated
120
Buffet
N/A
Standing
200
Culinary Offerings
This section delves into the array of food types we offer, catering to different preferences.
Cusine types
American Cuisine
Cusine offerings
LENA CIARDULLO
Executive Chef

Lena Ciardullo is the Executive Chef of Union Square Cafe, Union Square Hospitality Group’s (USHG) beloved flagship restaurant that first opened in 1985. Prior to joining the Union Square Cafe team, Lena was the Executive Chef at Marta, Caffe Marchio, and Vini e Fritti, USHG’s Roman-inspired restaurants located in The Redbury New York.

Raised in Naperville, Illinois, Lena attended the University of Illinois where she received her bachelor’s degree in Communications. During her undergraduate years, Lena studied abroad in Rome, where her love of food and hospitality was ignited. Upon her return, Lena landed her first job in the kitchen and hasn’t looked back since.

In 2009, Lena received her Associates Degree in Culinary Arts from The Culinary Institute of America and joined the opening team of Maialino, USHG’s Roman-inspired trattoria. She later moved on to Gramercy Tavern where she worked as a tournant, before joining the Marta team in 2014. Throughout her time at Marta, Lena moved through the ranks, starting as a sous chef and ultimately assumed the role of Executive Chef of Marta, Caffe Marchio, and Vini e Fritti in 2018.
Fees
(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)
Price range

Does this include catering fees?

No

Estimated price per head

from $150 to $350

Full venue buyout option

from $650,000 to $250,000

Insurance

Additional Insurance May Be Required Depending On The Event

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Event Logistics and Amenities
(Essential event logistics and amenities to ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you gathering)
Celebrations hosted here since
1985
Curfew
12 AM
Venue spaces
Indoor Venue Space Only
Catering
Client Must Use The Catering Provided By The Venue
Alcohol
Provided By Venue For Fee – You Must Use The Venue For All Alcohol Services
Music
No Amplified Music Allowed
Smoking
Non-smoking Venue
Amenities
  • Wifi
  • Dining Chairs
  • Dining Tables
  • Onsite Restrooms
Food Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Lounges
This section provides insights into our diverse culinary and social offerings.

Union Square Cafe—the flagship restaurant that launched Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group—has been one of the country’s most beloved dining institutions for over 30 years.

Founded in 1985, Union Square Cafe pioneered a new way of dining, drawing inspiration from the Union Square Greenmarket and showcasing the best local ingredients in a casual and contemporary dining room characterized by warmth and hospitality. Having trained and mentored scores of restaurant professionals for over three decades, Union Square Cafe is the birthplace of a generation of renowned restaurants, chefs, and restaurateurs.

The restaurant has won five James Beard Awards and ranked in first place on Zagat Survey’s Most Popular Restaurant list an unprecedented nine times.

We're proud to be part of Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group.

Celebration Locations
This section outlines the various spaces available within the venue for different types of events.
Park & Irving Room
Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres or dinner showcasing the best local ingredients in the elegant atmosphere of the Park & Irving Room, complemented by the original artworks that make Union Square Cafe a true New York original. The Park & Irving room accommodates up to 40 guests seated or 45 guests standing, with options to enjoy pre-dinner cocktails in the room or the adjacent Parlor Bar.
Parlor Bar
Extend the celebration at The Parlor Bar, our semi-private space that may be added to a Park & Irving event for pre-dinner cocktails from 5:00 – 6:00 PM or 6:00 – 7:00 PM every day of the week. The Parlor Bar offers a full service walk-up bar as well as ample seating for cocktails and views of the Main Dining Room below. This space is not available as a stand-alone option. Reservations can be made pending availability, and are charged on an hourly basis.
The Alcove
Our semi-private space overlooking the buzz and lively energy of the main dining room seats up to 10 guests at a single oval table, crafted from black walnut by Maine artisan Mark White. The Alcove is ideal for making intimate celebrations and small gatherings truly special.

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