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Best Restaurants in Union Square, New York City

Looking for the best restaurants in Union Square, New York City? FoodIndex ranks 1 restaurant here by FoodIndex Score, built from Google, Yelp, and Uber Eats signals, not ads. Current leaders include Smashy Burger. Use the list below for an at-a-glance shortlist, then open a profile for menu, hours, and reviews. You can also jump into local food rankings for Burgers and other categories.

Top Restaurants in Union Square

Up to 25 venues across all foods, ranked by FoodIndex Score.

  1. #1

    Smashy Burger

    Smash Burger

    Classic smash burgers with crispy edges, juicy patties, and signature sauces.

    42 Union Sq E · Union Square

    Google: 4.9 Yelp: 4.4 Uber Eats: 4.5

    FoodIndex Score 87.68
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Best Food in Union Square

Category rankings for this neighborhood.

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How we rank restaurants in Union Square

FoodIndex Score combines public rating signals so you can compare restaurants in Union Square on one scale. Lists update as restaurant data changes. For the full method, see our methodology page.

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FAQs

What are the best restaurants in Union Square?
FoodIndex ranks restaurants in Union Square, New York City by FoodIndex Score. Top names on this page include Smashy Burger.
How does FoodIndex rank restaurants in Union Square?
We blend Google, Yelp, and Uber Eats rating signals into one FoodIndex Score. Rankings are independent and not paid placements.
Which foods can I filter in Union Square?
Open Best Food in Union Square for category rankings such as Burgers. For the wider city list, visit Best Restaurants in New York City.
What if I want restaurants near Union Square?
Use Nearby Neighborhoods below, or browse the full New York City neighborhood directory to compare adjoining areas.