Great food , Excellent staffVegetarian options: They are great with vegetarian food
Recommended dishes: Sunday Brunch
Brianta Hilton
Lexi our server was GREAT! We had a party of 15 and worked really hard ! Great attitude ! I know such parties can be a little hectic ! Food was great!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Casey Blake
Came here on a Sunday during the drag brunch. Food was okay, drinks were good, brunch food was alright...but WOW was it loud in there. My apple watch was registering 98-103db which is absurdly loud. My ears are still ringing as I write this. I don't think I'll be back.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 4
Nico Schrama
we had a rezzo for 5 at 9:30 on a saturday and our server bryce was Phenomenal. we had been waiting for our server for 20 minutes and when told he picked us up on the fly. despite being slammed he gave above & beyond service and was such a sweetheart. hope he’s there next time we’re back<3
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robert Rains
Good spot in the trendy short north neighborhood. The kale Caesar was pretty good. Music was good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
kristah boggs
If you haven't attended the drag brunch, please do!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sunday Brunch
Joseph Edward Mquire
1. Toxic Staff and Two-Faced ManagementLet’s dive right into the abyss. The staff at Union Cafe is like a dysfunctional family—minus the love and support. Picture a workplace where passive-aggressiveness flows freely, and camaraderie is as rare as a unicorn sighting. The toxicity levels rival Chernobyl. Colleagues exchange smiles while plotting each other’s downfall. It’s a masterclass in duplicity.And then there’s management—the puppet masters pulling the strings. They wield their lies like seasoned politicians. You’d think they were running for office, promising rainbows and unicorns while secretly sharpening their knives. Their favorite pastime? Making you look bad. Forget about teamwork; it’s every man for himself. The Steps of Procedures (SoP)? Mere decoration. Following them? Optional. Integrity? Lost in the Bermuda Triangle.2. The Hostile Working EnvironmentImagine a place where tension hangs in the air like a thick fog. Guests walk in, blissfully unaware of the drama unfolding behind the scenes. The kitchen staff glares at the servers, who, in turn, glare back. It’s a Mexican standoff, minus the sombreros. The dining area becomes a battleground—a theater of war where orders are weapons, and trays are shields.The phone rings. It’s a desperate customer seeking a reservation. But wait! The phone is an ancient relic, untouched by mortal hands. It sits there, silent and unyielding, like a Sphinx guarding its secrets. “Why answer the phone?” management muses. “Let’s keep them guessing.” Meanwhile, the caller hangs up, bewildered and defeated.3. Decor: A Time Capsule of RegretThe decor—oh, the decor! Imagine stepping into a '90s sitcom set, The Carpet? Well, it’s seen things—things it can’t unsee. A renovation? Ha! Management clings to nostalgia like a barnacle on a rusty ship.4. Pork, Lies, and DespairThe menu? A pork lover’s paradise. Non-pork options? As elusive as Bigfoot. Turkey bacon? Turkey sausage? Mythical creatures, my friend. The food? Mediocre at best. But hey, who cares about culinary excellence when you’re busy dodging backstabbing colleagues?In conclusion, Union Cafe is a vortex of misery. If you seek a place to dine, work, or maintain your sanity, look elsewhere. As for the phone? It remains a silent sentinel, guarding its secrets. Perhaps it’s waiting for a hero—a brave soul who’ll pick it up and break the curse.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Nathan Thanadabouth
Erick is such a sexy guy. I’d go again just for him. 5/5
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dustin Brentlinger
Union is a shadow of its former self. The menu used to be made up of great food with lots of twists.Just look at some of the old pics of the menus under the reviews, then go on their website and see the skeletons of GFS available food left.There are too many great restaurants steps away for them to consider this a competitive menu.
smurf magee
I absolutely love this place! The food is delicious, the staff is kind, and the location is so open and inclusive!
What a shame this place has become. I used to frequent Union quite often but have not been back in some time (about 9 months). At that time the service and atmosphere had already deteriorated but I made my way back to give it another try recently. Im sad to report things have gotten worse. The staff was rude, the floors were sticky, and the food was just "meh". The thing that stood out in particular was the staff. I have never felt so disrespected and unvalued at a restaurant before. From the host to the server to the bartenders, everyone seemed annoyed to be there, annoyed they had to serve me, and just generally nasty. what happened?! I once loved this place, but alas must find a new haunt.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Union is always a good time but Drag Brunch is the BEST time! We brought some friends who had never experienced it and that had a blast along with us. Brice, our waiter, was phenom and reserving a table was easy. Def 10/10 & we'll do it again
Pretty Anta
Brody was amazing!! I’ll definitely be back to see them!! Union is one of my favorite
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Peter Carl
When the music is so loud you can’t hear yourself, or your hostess. The hostess is yelling at the top of her lungs. Within the three minutes I could stand I had a headache, and was super irritated. I feel bad for the employees because you’re definitely getting hearing damage with exposure to that loud of music. I’ve had drinks and food here when the music isn’t as loud and it was underwhelming. If you’re looking to get drunk, sure. But I’m not freshly 21 and like to taste the drink.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Steven Sosnowski
Brunch at 12 Noon every Sunday is popular and fun.
Great food , Excellent staffVegetarian options: They are great with vegetarian food
Recommended dishes: Sunday Brunch
Lexi our server was GREAT! We had a party of 15 and worked really hard ! Great attitude ! I know such parties can be a little hectic ! Food was great!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Came here on a Sunday during the drag brunch. Food was okay, drinks were good, brunch food was alright...but WOW was it loud in there. My apple watch was registering 98-103db which is absurdly loud. My ears are still ringing as I write this. I don't think I'll be back.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 4
we had a rezzo for 5 at 9:30 on a saturday and our server bryce was Phenomenal. we had been waiting for our server for 20 minutes and when told he picked us up on the fly. despite being slammed he gave above & beyond service and was such a sweetheart. hope he’s there next time we’re back<3
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good spot in the trendy short north neighborhood. The kale Caesar was pretty good. Music was good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
If you haven't attended the drag brunch, please do!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sunday Brunch
1. Toxic Staff and Two-Faced ManagementLet’s dive right into the abyss. The staff at Union Cafe is like a dysfunctional family—minus the love and support. Picture a workplace where passive-aggressiveness flows freely, and camaraderie is as rare as a unicorn sighting. The toxicity levels rival Chernobyl. Colleagues exchange smiles while plotting each other’s downfall. It’s a masterclass in duplicity.And then there’s management—the puppet masters pulling the strings. They wield their lies like seasoned politicians. You’d think they were running for office, promising rainbows and unicorns while secretly sharpening their knives. Their favorite pastime? Making you look bad. Forget about teamwork; it’s every man for himself. The Steps of Procedures (SoP)? Mere decoration. Following them? Optional. Integrity? Lost in the Bermuda Triangle.2. The Hostile Working EnvironmentImagine a place where tension hangs in the air like a thick fog. Guests walk in, blissfully unaware of the drama unfolding behind the scenes. The kitchen staff glares at the servers, who, in turn, glare back. It’s a Mexican standoff, minus the sombreros. The dining area becomes a battleground—a theater of war where orders are weapons, and trays are shields.The phone rings. It’s a desperate customer seeking a reservation. But wait! The phone is an ancient relic, untouched by mortal hands. It sits there, silent and unyielding, like a Sphinx guarding its secrets. “Why answer the phone?” management muses. “Let’s keep them guessing.” Meanwhile, the caller hangs up, bewildered and defeated.3. Decor: A Time Capsule of RegretThe decor—oh, the decor! Imagine stepping into a '90s sitcom set, The Carpet? Well, it’s seen things—things it can’t unsee. A renovation? Ha! Management clings to nostalgia like a barnacle on a rusty ship.4. Pork, Lies, and DespairThe menu? A pork lover’s paradise. Non-pork options? As elusive as Bigfoot. Turkey bacon? Turkey sausage? Mythical creatures, my friend. The food? Mediocre at best. But hey, who cares about culinary excellence when you’re busy dodging backstabbing colleagues?In conclusion, Union Cafe is a vortex of misery. If you seek a place to dine, work, or maintain your sanity, look elsewhere. As for the phone? It remains a silent sentinel, guarding its secrets. Perhaps it’s waiting for a hero—a brave soul who’ll pick it up and break the curse.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Erick is such a sexy guy. I’d go again just for him. 5/5
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Union is a shadow of its former self. The menu used to be made up of great food with lots of twists.Just look at some of the old pics of the menus under the reviews, then go on their website and see the skeletons of GFS available food left.There are too many great restaurants steps away for them to consider this a competitive menu.
I absolutely love this place! The food is delicious, the staff is kind, and the location is so open and inclusive!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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What a shame this place has become. I used to frequent Union quite often but have not been back in some time (about 9 months). At that time the service and atmosphere had already deteriorated but I made my way back to give it another try recently. Im sad to report things have gotten worse. The staff was rude, the floors were sticky, and the food was just "meh". The thing that stood out in particular was the staff. I have never felt so disrespected and unvalued at a restaurant before. From the host to the server to the bartenders, everyone seemed annoyed to be there, annoyed they had to serve me, and just generally nasty. what happened?! I once loved this place, but alas must find a new haunt.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Union is always a good time but Drag Brunch is the BEST time! We brought some friends who had never experienced it and that had a blast along with us. Brice, our waiter, was phenom and reserving a table was easy. Def 10/10 & we'll do it again
Brody was amazing!! I’ll definitely be back to see them!! Union is one of my favorite
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
When the music is so loud you can’t hear yourself, or your hostess. The hostess is yelling at the top of her lungs. Within the three minutes I could stand I had a headache, and was super irritated. I feel bad for the employees because you’re definitely getting hearing damage with exposure to that loud of music. I’ve had drinks and food here when the music isn’t as loud and it was underwhelming. If you’re looking to get drunk, sure. But I’m not freshly 21 and like to taste the drink.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Brunch at 12 Noon every Sunday is popular and fun.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sunday Brunch