About the Area

Union Square

As Lou Reed sang way back in 1967 about Union Square, "you never know who you're gonna find there." While the demographics have certainly changed in the last half-century, this area known for the massive Greenmarket and Strand Bookstore always reflects the vibe of the city at large. Right now, that means many chain shops but also the incredible Breads Bakery, cocktail bar Dear Irving, and Nix, chef John Fraser's one Michelin star vegetarian restaurant. You're also at the nexus of about a billion (or, ok, five) subway lines, so you can escape to wherever else you need to go with ease.

Subways

• 14 St - Union Sq
  • 5
  • 4
  • 6

• 14 St - Union Sq
  • N
  • W
  • R
  • Q

• 14 St
  • 3
  • 1
  • 2

Points of Interest

• Union Square Park
• Webster hall