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Lillie's Union Square

4.0
4
614 Reviews
$30 and under
Comfort Food
An Irish-Victorian Bar and Restaurant, just steps from Union Square. In the "Ladies' Mile District" of days gone by. The interior has a distinctly late 19th century feel with wooden furnishings brought from Belfast, Ireland.
Serving a wide range of domestic and international beers 25 on tap. A great selection of whiskeys and wines, including some excellent wine from the Langtry Winery in California where Lillie herself owned and lived for a time.

The food is traditional Pub Fare. Bottomless Brunch on weekends from 11am to 4pm. It includes Mimosas, Bloody Marys, Aperol Spritz, and Seasonal Bellinis. Our last seating for Bottomless is 3.00pm.

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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Comfort Food, Irish, Contemporary American

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:45 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–2:00 am

  • Phone number

    (212) 337-1970

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Roger Rosalas

  • Private party facilities

    Here at Lillie's Union Square we love creating unique experiences for all of our guests. Please email natalie@lilliesnyc.com for all large party inquiries.

  • Neighborhood

    Union Square

  • Cross street

    Between Broadway and 5th Avenue

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Public transit

    4, 5, 6, L, N, R, Q & W trains to 14th Street/Union Square.

  • Entertainment

    Three flat screen TVs for major sporting and news events

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 614 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.0
4 based on all time ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2020

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Perfect quite spot with great decor and good value with good food. Had an excellent hamburger .
  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing dining experience!!
  3. Theatergoer

    New York Area

    107 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    107 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2020

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    The food we had was good, but they didn't have what I first ordered (Shepherd's Pie) early on a Sunday evening. I really do think that restaurants should have the meals listed on their menus. Prices are reasonable.
  4. Jake

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2020

    overall5food4service2ambience4
    Loved the interior and ambience. My food was good too.
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall1food1service5ambience3
    False advertising. Their menu on open table as well as their own website shows bottomless brunch but they do not have that option in reality. Disappointed overall and wish they would’ve updated their menu to reflect this.
  6. DAVIDW

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely brilliant staff - made our experience even better
  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a pleasure on Valentine’s Day!! Good drinks, good service, fabulous d-jay, birthday celebration and a wonderful floor manager :)
  8. mlee732

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2020

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Sunday Brunch with Unlimited Bloody Marys were no longer available, although it’s still listed on their menus, off their websites. We stayed regardless since we were hungry and drove in from New Jersey. We had 5 drinks, the first 2 were spot on, the other 3 were different. I had to ask for additional alcohol since it was mostly tomato juice. No olives the next few rounds and now the garnishments just thrown in the glasses. Food was okay but Sunday Brunches are special and revered in NYC. This was just MEH. =\
  9. jteacups

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2020

    overall2food2service4ambience5
    the food isn't great..it's just pub food. the prices aren't bad. it's pretty loud. but the setting and decor is cool. i guess it's better for grabbing a drink than having dinner. i recommend asking the waitress to turn down the music. it really didn't need to be so loud.
  10. Dagz

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2020

    overall3food1service4ambience4
    I used to love coming to Lillie‘s for it’s fun atmosphere-and the quality Crémant. The latter is off the menue, instead there’s a totally overpriced sour Prosecco or an affordable but still bad American sparkling. Would always come back for a long drink or a beer after work -but never for brunch. The Benedict was a total diasappointment: overcooked eggs, not-so-fresh salmon, dry salad. You have to do better than that for 16$!The service was friendly and helpful, though.
  11. corkyo

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All service was wonderfully patient and accommodating. Food and drinks were delicious. Atmosphere is romantic and fun.
  12. Shanester

    New York Area

    70 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2020

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    We went because we wanted to find a different place near Union Square and to see the holiday decorations. I walked to the back of the restaurant because there was no hostess only to have the waitresses tell me to see the hostess. I went back to the front, where there was still no one at the waitress stand, but eventually a woman came up to me and told me my party was already seated. The menu is a little limited, even for a pub, but the chicken pot pie was pretty good, as was the burger. The waitress came around quite a bit to check on us but when I asked for water there was a long delay, and after I asked for a take out container she didn't ask if we wanted dessert or the check. So there was more waiting. They could stand to lower the volume of the music a little because the place is massive and it's hard to have a conversation.
  13. SecretFoodie

    Central Texas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2020

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    An overall pleasant experience. Great food! Great conversation! The only disappointment was that there was only one level even though upstairs seating is an option on Open Table reservations. Informed that this was only at the Times Square location. Had a good time, nonetheless.
  14. StephE

    Philadelphia

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a fabulous time!! The staff and our waitress in particular was so nice. She was attentive and kept our glasses filled for bottomless mimosas and bellinis. Food was so good - brunch and desserts. We ended up hanging out for a couple hours and had a wonderful time.
  15. StephanieA

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 18, 2020

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    My friends and I went to Lillie's for my birthday and we had a fantastic time! The food was very good and the value was good as well. I expected to pay much more for what we got especially since it's New York City. It was louder than anticipated but it has a great atmosphere that makes it worth it being a little loud.
  16. DavidK

    Memphis/West TN

    18 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2020

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    our server was very good, on top of everything. The food was just so so. The cheese board is nothing special, and my salmon was not as advertised. Good place to go for a drink, and skip the dinner part.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2020

    overall2food3service1ambience4
    The price was way too much for the food and drink situation
  18. StarKnitter

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2020

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    We made a reservation, here, simply because it was right down the street from B&N. What a surprise! The restauant was chaming, the staff was friendly... and there was Lunch Special menu! We had hambugers where were wonderful. We are two 'Ladies who Lunch'.... and we would certinly go back for lunch. It mght be a little too busy for dinner.
  19. Emem

    New York Area

    55 reviews

    4.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on January 7, 2020

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    I had dinner here recently with some friends and we had a nice evening and a good meal. The food was fine, service was excellent, the noise level was acceptable enough that we could talk without having to scream or strain to hear each other. We will come back again another time.
  20. FFYA5

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place the drinks are amazing will definitely go back
  21. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 3, 2020

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Food was great, service was good, decorations were very nice and festive. The noise level was a bit loud, but not too bad.
  22. ClaudiaV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 3, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I loved Lillie’s! It was a gorgeous restaurant, and the food was delicious! I was really looking forward to going, and it exceeded my expectations. Staff was very friendly and accommodating!
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2020

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Had a reservation for New Years through Open Table, when we arrived the restaurant didn’t have our reservation. Hostess was nice enough to find us a seat, we would have been out of luck for our dinner! Hoping Open Table fixes whatever glitch this was. Food was ok, drinks were good and service went above and beyond.
  24. BunnyH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 30, 2019

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Lillies was absolutely fantastic! Authentic 19th century treasures, amazing shepherds pie, and really great cocktails. Our waitress was the sweetest gal, and it was all around a great experience. Try the Harvest Collins cocktail, its delicious!
  25. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 30, 2019

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Said had no tables but thankfully made res on open table and got right in. Our server Jesse was awesome and the jalapeño tequila drink is fantastic. This place is always decorated to the nines and a staple for NYC regulars and a great place to bring out of towners. Irish bar food always solid and delicious!
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2019

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great festive vibe- friendly staff, old school NYC pub’
  27. Lizrom

    Atlantic City

    13 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on December 29, 2019

    overall2food3service2ambience4
    Although the restaurant is pretty, there was only one waitress for the entire place and a busboy, we waited over an hour and a half for our food. Food was ok. The waitress tried to be accommodating but we were a party of 10 and she had entire room to take care of, we had iced cold coffee, we had to put on the bar ourselves no one picked them up after we reordered. We had to go up to the bar to see where our sodas were. The waitress gave us complimentary mimosas for the two coffees. I ordered a cheeseburger, the burger itself was good the bun hard as a rock, I never sent it back, I was hungry, and the waitress was by herself. I booked for 10 people, and they had seats for 8 people. I even called ahead of time to confirm the 10 people sit together, the girl Leah approved the 10 together, when we got there we had to rearrange all the tables ourselves so that we would fit. The people next to us were willing to move to give us room and the waitress said no. So we sat hanging off the edge of one of the tables. I don't think I will ever go back. The lilies in Times Square much better experience.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 29, 2019

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    It was a busy night so it took a while to get drinks and food but everyone was very kind and the food was very good. Next time I’d like to go just for drinks and sit at the bar.
  29. PatT

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 28, 2019

    overall2food3service2ambience3
    Reserved table for 4 at 8:30 was not available (we arrived right on time) and were told it would be a half hour until we could be seated and that we would be texted when it was ready. No space at bar to wait. It was not ready until more than 45 minutes later, by which time we had found another restaurant.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 28, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always have a wonderful meal here. Plus so festive for the holidays!
  31. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 27, 2019

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Service was okay. The food is simple but very good, and of course the decorations and ambience were the key factor that really drew us in. Overall very nice place for a good meal!
  32. portiangel

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 25, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best Christmas i could imagine! I' ve been here with my family, the food was great, the decorations were outstanding and very good service.
  33. Evan

    Miami

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2019

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Always a pleasure to be at! Ambiance, bar, food, it all works well.
  34. REIBELLC

    Italy

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2019

    overall3food2service3ambience5
    We reserved this restaurant for the Christmas decoration which is very exuberant and we were not disappointed. The service depends on the person who takes care of the table. We had a very kind girl and a man who seemed not to be happy to do this job ... in terms of the quality of the food, don't come for that! It was a week ago and I don't even remember what I ate (unlike other places!) ...
  35. Pkaur

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 22, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Must go-to place for the holidays, the decor is fantastic and the staff is super kind
  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2019

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    So fun such good music and very festive for the holidays!!!!
  37. HeidyR

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    When I arrived with my best friend and my two children, we were in love. I made the reservation because I saw that the decorations were outstanding. The host was super nice, the ambiance was beautiful. The decorations were amazing & the music was at a good level. It’s so nice in there & the food was good. I can’t complain. My daughter and son loved it. Even my best friend who hates everything liked it in there, lol. I would like to go back with my children or even on a date.
  38. KerriK

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2019

    overall2food2service3ambience1
    This was not the place for a family dinner. It is a young adult bar which appeared to be great but not for a family dinner.
  39. ChristyS

    E. Tennessee

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2019

    overall2food3service2ambience5
    Had to ask for silverware and napkins after food was delivered. Never refilled water or drinks. Very tight seating. Waitress was nice but not attentive. Very noisy with annoying music. Very beautiful Christmas decorations though and food was reasonably priced and fair. French onion oup was pretty good.
  40. NormanG

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2019

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Delightfully over the top holiday decorations and great lunch special. Server was great but had too many tables to cover so it took longer than reasonable to bring water and take our order.

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Lillie's Union Square is rated 4 stars by 614 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Lillie's Union Square

13 East 17th Street, New York, NY 10003

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Between Broadway and 5th Avenue

  • Neighborhood

    Union Square

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:45 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–2:00 am

  • Cuisines

    Comfort Food, Irish, Contemporary American

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Public transit

    4, 5, 6, L, N, R, Q & W trains to 14th Street/Union Square.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Roger Rosalas

  • Entertainment

    Three flat screen TVs for major sporting and news events

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

  • Phone number

    (212) 337-1970

  • Private party facilities

    Here at Lillie's Union Square we love creating unique experiences for all of our guests. Please email natalie@lilliesnyc.com for all large party inquiries.

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