New York, NY.

Republic Restaurant

The Open View

For four star Asian, try Republic in New York. Here's a place to get good food. Check out this popular and affordable place in the Flatiron area. Know before you go: this place features outdoor dining. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a casual atmosphere. This restaurant features delivery and catering. This restaurant is good for groups. Diners found the food fresh.

User Reviews of Republic Restaurant

Yelp.com Review - by Serena C.

2.0 of 5 stars. This place is a rip off of Wagamama, a UK-based noodle chain. That being said, the food is decent, the drinks are delicious, and everything is somewhat overpriced (especially since Chinatown is so...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Allison W.

3.0 of 5 stars. Inexpensive. Most people can find something they will enjoy. It can be noisy. There's definitely very little privacy. This is not an intimate setting. The service is pretty fast. Some tables are...
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Trina R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Where there is cafeteria style seating, you know you're not getting a gourmet meal. Keep that in mind and you'll enjoy it. This place does get loud...I mean club loud. But if you need someplace where...
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Eileen L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Outside you'd never be able to tell its an Asian Fusion place. I've tried several of the noodle dishes and honestly think the noodles are very tasty but the price is a bit high. I think it has great...
yelp.com - user review - 05/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Katie Z.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic is a longstanding loud, bustling, popular Union Square noodle place. It's filled with the after work crowd, NYU students, hipsters and prepsters alike, maybe because it's cheap enough to...
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by yukki l.

3.0 of 5 stars. totally overpriced. serves the same thing as they would in chinatown for double the price... the noodle is bland...good calamari tho. :)
yelp.com - user review - 04/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Emily T.

3.0 of 5 stars. Decent Asian fusion at a ridiculously low price considering location and size of dishes. Their curry vegetable soup is soooo good and I love the added cilantro. Had their salmon-cooked too fast so the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarita M.

2.0 of 5 stars. people who like this place:a) don't know any better.b) are posers. c) try too hard. d) all of the above. If you answered (d) you are correct.
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jaime F.

3.0 of 5 stars. The only thing Republic ever had that I genuinely craved was Coconut Crusted Shrimp, which disappeared over a year a go and I was never provided with a satisfactory answer why....it seemed quite...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Celia S.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is loud. Be prepared to sit at the same table as strangers! The food is good, not "amazing", not extremely "unique", but if you are in the mood for some interesting flavor combinations...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Joann P.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is the best after making your rounds about Union Square. MMM. Their drinks & dishes are to die for. The prices aren't bad either. So, considering the asian fusion/thai craze in the city...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Isabel L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Rebublic. Sounded and looked like a clothing store to me judging from outside.I really don't get how this place works. You have a giant open space, and somehow the seating is arranged cafeteria style...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Yeni H.

2.0 of 5 stars. it was my first and last time visiting Republic. The only thing i loved about this place was its name.i guess this was an asian fushion restaurant. but no matter what i had i always tasted some weird...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Gretchen W.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've been coming to Republic for many years and it's always a solidly good meal. This bustling and loud restaurant hosts families, dates, and NYU students galore, mashing them all together into their...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Erin W.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've gone here a few times. Extremely loud. Luckily the service is pretty fast.I'm not a huge fan of the banquet style seating. It was fine when I went there in a huge group, but if it's just you...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by jason l.

4.0 of 5 stars. been coming here for a few years now. food is very good. prices are cheap. I love the pork on rice. The crushed jasmine rice is awesome.
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Meghan D.

3.0 of 5 stars. Went with a group of girlfriends before a movie and we had a good time, mostly due to the company and our server. We had a great server that was fun and did a great job.The food is ok. Thats it....
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Annabel A.

4.0 of 5 stars. I believe that this is the only restaurant in the Union Square area that serves cheap, asian-fusion cuisine. Republic appears to be a hit or miss for most people, depending on what you order. The...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Rahul G.

1.0 of 5 stars. Where can you sit on a stranger's lap and have a gag reflex after taking a spoonful of noodle soup?I never thought I'd write a review with a rhetorical question.
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by PJ R.

2.0 of 5 stars. Picnic-table-style seating with loud people, friendly staff, okay prices, cafeteria-quality food. Makes me miss other noodle places.
yelp.com - user review - 04/12/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Keejoo L.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have been here twice, and enjoyed my meals here. For being in Union Square it is relatively inexpensive and fast eats. Inside the restaurant are bench style seating so if you have a small party...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by jasmine s.

2.0 of 5 stars. Came here once and never returned. Noodle dishes were so so, and prices were cheap for the location but certainly not for the food. If you want tasty cheap noodles, go to Chinatown!!
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristen R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic reminds me of Wagamama. Everything from the atmosphere to the bench style seating is similar. The main difference is that it has a menu influenced by Southeast Asia and the food is so-so....
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael J.

2.0 of 5 stars. Its like being back in HS cafeteria!!!You sit at a table with non adjustable chair, people around you are in YOUR conversation. NO where to put a coat - OK under the table bin do they realize I'm not...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by natalie v.

2.0 of 5 stars. The place is inexpensive and the food is good but a star was taken away due to the fact of how the seating was um cramped. First off all we were seating with some really nosey mofo's that were all up...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Eliana A.

3.0 of 5 stars. OK, so it's not really Thai. It's like American/Asian. It is convenient, decent prices, good food. They have delicious fruit drinks. In and out of there pretty fast. Its really loud though, so no...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by merisa t.

4.0 of 5 stars. Food is pretty good, but their Vietnamese iced coffee is AMAZING. I would go all the way to Union Square just for that.
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Dan S.

5.0 of 5 stars. I thought this place was just perfect. We weren't looking for anything too fancy - just wanted a quick bite before the movies. The broth noodles with lime chicken rocked my world - full of great...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Vanessa F.

1.0 of 5 stars. Oh Republic, yeah your food is cheap and yes you have an ideal location but your food ain't that great. I have been here more then once, thinking maybe I just ordered the wrong thing..but um no. The...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa M.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic is another one of those good neighborhood joints. If I want really good Thai food this is not where I'll come, but since it's close to my apartment and super cheap I will keep it on my list....
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by J C.

1.0 of 5 stars. place is terrible, been once and will never give it another shot. I have no clue how this place gets packed. there are a million other places to grab thai, which isnt hard to find.
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Keoni B.

4.0 of 5 stars. You know those mornings after drinking too much and you need something to make you feel better? This is the place I go, the spicy soups are a great remedy for a hangover or any other kind of illness...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris K.

2.0 of 5 stars. Chicken satay or Gray Tofurkey? Let's hope the latter b/c our floppy faker than chinese takeout chicken was not from any animal, vegetable, mineral. We experienced similar fail on the beef satay which...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy C.

2.0 of 5 stars. I pass by this placed all the time because I'm in the Union Square area at least once a week, but I never knew it was a Thai restaurant until I planned a dinner with some girl friends a few months...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by carlie c.

4.0 of 5 stars. Republic is a great place for drinks and Thai food on a Friday or Saturday night. Although they opt for cafeteria style seating, you have to place all your belongings in a shelf in the middle...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Erica K.

2.0 of 5 stars. I used to love this place! That is until they changed their menu............They no longer offered any of my favorites, I was told it changed six months ago, big dissapointment I really wanted...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ava L.

1.0 of 5 stars. For some reason, a girl friend of mine really enjoys this place but on the two occasions I've agreed to eat there, I have not been impressed.The first time, we were seated somewhere towards the back....
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenna A.

1.0 of 5 stars. Overcrowded, overpriced, the hosts are rude enough to talk you out of even wanting to sit down in the first place. I went in there to meet with friends, and after 5 minutes at the table being knocked...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Reginald P.

4.0 of 5 stars. The cafeteria-style seating brings space-conscious New Yorkers together for simply tasty food and hot tea. It's Thai food plus - rich, delicious, and great for a cool Sunday evening in preparation for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Rozzalyn S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Food was alright, moderately priced, I sat on the stools by myself on my lunch break since I work a few blocks away. It seems like its always busy too, and its not enough to recommend to other people...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Valerie M.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love this place. The Spicy Beef Soup and Chai Tea are A . Prices are right for the atmosphere and food. A friend of mine knew how much I loved this restaurant that he flew me up to New York and took...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by roger l.

2.0 of 5 stars. A bit over priced for the type of food served here. The food was somewhat bland, not very flavorful at all. It's a large space with "minimalist" decor, but doesn't really complete any sort of...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle N.

3.0 of 5 stars. Location, location, location. If you are already in Union Square and looking for a place to eat this is not a bad pick. Prices are okay based on the locale and the fact that it is not fastfood. The...
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by candice l.

3.0 of 5 stars. Hadn't been here in YEARS. I remembered that it was overrated and overpriced... so I avoided it like the plague.After a disappointing dinner at Butai on a cold night, decided to trek it over to...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Becky R.

4.0 of 5 stars. For such a great location in union square and trendy decor, I was very pleasantly surprised with how affordable everything on the menu was! The cocktails, on the other hand, cost just as much or more...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by colleen h.

1.0 of 5 stars. This restaurant , owned by Jonathan Morr, abuses its deliverymen, paying them less then 2$ an hour, demanding that they work over 65 hours a week, forcing 80 of them to use one bathroom, and takes...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Franny A.

3.0 of 5 stars. Sexy, boistrous spot on a Friday night with chicas season jumping in their sandals and dresses. Last night we waited about 15 min. for a table while loading up on tap beer. What are we doing here on...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Uggh S.

1.0 of 5 stars. The Good: The decor is pretty cool.The Bad: This place is terrible. The food is terrible. The staff is snooty, rude and pretentious. The Ugly (truth): Overall this place sucks. It is cliche and...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by becks w.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've only been here once and once was enough.I really wanted to like this place, even though it's a bit pricey for noodles. I had a really good tasting noodle dish - I think it was lime chicken...
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Denise R.

3.0 of 5 stars. The menu has been reduced since about one year ago or so and my favorite dishes are gone. Republic gets very crowded and noisy after 6pm, not very pleasant for a peaceful meal, so if I go, it's for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Nicholas D.

1.0 of 5 stars. Cheap and tasty lunch. Chill decor.However, never in a million years did I think that I'd be breaking some sort of world record of eating, digesting and removing food from my body.Just minutes after...
yelp.com - user review - 03/04/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeanne C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Your review is definitely based upon what you order here. It varies from bland to delicious, as I remember the first time I came here a few years ago, I didn't like it, but I came back a few weeks ago...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Z M.

3.0 of 5 stars. Had a fabulous lychee martini last time, man that was good. The food, bar, ambiance is great. It's a bit on the pricey side, but the location is great. The crowd is young and professional. They've got...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Brie H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm a big fan of Republic, although I have to say less so since they took several key items off their menu in the last couple years (most notably the Spinach noodles and the Calamari Skewers -why God,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kiki D.

2.0 of 5 stars. I have been to Republic twice and the first time I loved it, but after experiencing other noodle shops in NY I find this one just OK. The prices are pretty good and the vibe is great, but there is...
yelp.com - user review - 02/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sabeen A.

4.0 of 5 stars. The Asian-fusion food is pretty good, the sizes are generous, and the prices are very reasonable. I like the outdoor seating; the minimalist inner decor with long tables and multi-group seating can...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Catherine J.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic was one of the first fooderies I dipped into when I moved to New York 3.5 years ago. Once more, I found myself back yesterday. For a place that has efficiency down to a science, where the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Eating Sleeping T.

3.0 of 5 stars. i ate at Republic for the first time back in late summer of 1998. I started coming here with more frequency in the past two years. Not much appears to have changed in the last ten years.The other...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Maiah J.

4.0 of 5 stars. I am a huge Wagamama fan (http://www.yelp.com/biz/wagamama-cambridge#hrid:fCmPhX2MZNpmF4WLWmhV8g/src:self) and upon hearing that the response is usually "have you been to Republic yet?" Well, I...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by John P.

2.0 of 5 stars. the decor is nice. the food is bland and small. the grilled calamari gives me gas..i've eaten here a few times when they first opened. stopped going for years..
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Alan G.

2.0 of 5 stars. When I think of Republic, I can't help but think of Britney Spears's crotch shots.(Allow me to explain.)In theory, those pictures should've been awesome... Totally, freakin' mind blowin' awesome.But...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael m.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'll be honest, I am a bit of a picky eater; in the sense I fear new things! I went here though, and they had plenty of cool options to try.You sit with strangers, like you might at an outdoor bbq...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Mark Anthony B.

4.0 of 5 stars. For a semi-fast food, Pan-Asian cuisine, this is worth a checking out. Flocked by busy working people during the dinner hours, and the regular NYU crowd, Republic delivers freshly made dishes that are...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Nick K.

3.0 of 5 stars. I came here after getting stuck in my work elevator for an hour and a half. The cafeteria style seating can be somewhat loud and unexpected, but it's fun nonetheless. I tried the mint noodles, even...
yelp.com - user review - 02/05/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Alexandros O.

4.0 of 5 stars. A friend of mine introduced me to this place almost two years ago.This place isn't representative of classic food from any Asian country, and won't be mistaken for home cooking at anyone's house....
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Eunice P.

3.0 of 5 stars. Food is ok, it's pretty cheap and it's busy everytime I visit. The vibe is casual and it's a good place for groups of friends.
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeff T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I like the vibe this place gives out. The decor and overall seating arrangement lead to a feeling of an asian soup barracks. Okay I made that up but you get the idea!
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Albert H.

2.0 of 5 stars. Not sure what all the hype is about. Thought the food was mediocre but fairly priced. The venue is spacious but because it's located on Union Square it gets fairly packed on the weekends, so be...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jewel Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. I used to come here a lot when I worked in Chelsea 6 years ago, it was a cheap and hip place to have lunch with co-workers. I loved their grilled beef cooked in Vietnamese style that came with rice...
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Justin C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I don't know what people are crying about. The quality at Republic hasn't slid as much as they would like you to think.This is a casual place I used to eat at during the dot com years. Delicious...
yelp.com - user review - 01/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Andreas H.

4.0 of 5 stars. Love it. The communal style seating makes me think of actual noodle houses in Japan. The dishes are always fresh, the service has always been spot on, and the green tea is mesmerizing. A great...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by michelle y.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've been to this place a bunch of times over the years and it's always a good default place for me when I want good food served up fast in a restaurant environment. Granted this place is SUPER SUPER...
yelp.com - user review - 01/20/2009
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Great Asian Fusion on a budget!

Republic is a Asian fusion restaurant- meaning don't expect traditional Chinese food. If you want that, then go to Chinatown. Be warned: drink refills are NOT free ; and you're charged a lot for sodas in small...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa D.

2.0 of 5 stars. 2 stars because my friends paid for the overpriced bland and cold food. I remember it having a lot of space but still a lot of people and a lot of noise. Service was not friendly. You can to much...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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Service AND Food is really bad!

Earlier today i had my first experience at Republic. Let me tell you that it was probably the worst experience i have ever had in a food establishment..... EVER. I was served the worst bowel of wonton soup...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah R.

2.0 of 5 stars. I used to love coming here for the Tofu Udon and people watching at the bar. Now they've changed the menu and removed my favorite dish, I won't be back.
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Diane W.

3.0 of 5 stars. Consistent quality, service, and menu. Always fast and inexpensive. A good option for certain occasions but nothing fancy. Not a good date place.
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Wendy C.

2.0 of 5 stars. The clubby atmosphere and wooden communal seating arrangement makes this an uncomfortable place to dine. People watching can be fun here especially in the bar area where the crowd is young and hip....
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Christy Z.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've been to Republic a couple of times and my experiences there have been positive thus far. I wasn't a big fan of the communal seating though. I went there with a friend once, and the hostess sat a...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Cliff R.

2.0 of 5 stars. Really loud.Entertaining surroundings.Packed with people.Usually a quick seating...Be prepared for communal seating.Love the selection.I don't think the food is freshly made considering how fast it...
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Dave S.

2.0 of 5 stars. I have been to Republic a few times now and continue to be unimpressed. This place tries to be like Wagamama, (those from the UK or Boston might be familiar) although not nearly as good. The food is...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ivy C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Hungry? Why wait? Come to republic and your wait for the food is less than 10 minutes * NO LIE* PS even on a busy nightI love their lychee martini it costs 10 bucks but its delicious and its something...
yelp.com - user review - 12/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Mike A.

2.0 of 5 stars. I know it's a cliche but you can't go home again. I had been occasionally going to Rebublic for about 10 years. Notice I said HAD. I went in the other day and that's it for me. The food had changed...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer C.

3.0 of 5 stars. Me and friend went here one summer day and we were able to get seats outside. Instead of dinner we decided to do a drink (not drinks because it was pricey...$10 for a small glass of a frozen lychee...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Beth P.

3.0 of 5 stars. The food was pretty good and reasonably priced, with a trendy, yet casual environment. Good place for groups as they have large tables, but it is noisy.
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Joseph R.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place seems as though it would be convenient and predictable. Sometimes we need convenient and predictable. We came here to grab a quick bite with friends because it was on the way to our...
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2008
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Noodles for my Pood Nood

Ive been to republic roughly 2-trillion times - its cheap as hell and always hits the spot - Try the grilled beef - watercress salad - spicy beef soup - chicken lime soup - ive tried pretty much everything but...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Zdenka V.

5.0 of 5 stars. They have the niciest staff around, especially at the bar! also the best cosmo and spicy seafood soup, love the prices!!!
yelp.com - user review - 12/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Gaby M.

4.0 of 5 stars. this place is being for a while.. yes is not perfect but for a quick decent meal and is better then the McDonald's around the corner!
yelp.com - user review - 12/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Germaine C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Republic, situated on the West side of Union sq., on the same block that is home to 'Blue Water Grill', 'Mcdonald's', 'Heartland Brewery' and a 'Starbucks', is 'communal dining' at its loudest.That...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by tiffanie n.

2.0 of 5 stars. This place still hasn't closed yet? I've been there maybe a total of 5 times. I liked it when I was in high school - but come on, what did I know in HS? I didn't get to experience other MUCH better...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Todd N.

4.0 of 5 stars. this is a 3.5 star review. just ok. really not the biggest fan and i've tried to understand the appeal. service is a bit rushed...too many pretty people in uniforms without a real focus on the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Alhan K.

3.0 of 5 stars. I will have to agree with Todd on this one that it's a lot good looking people with little regard to service. The only reason I really remember this place is because I saw Vin Diesel here once,...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Renee m.

2.0 of 5 stars. Not a fan...if u like your noodles extremely Al Dente to the point of box to bowl...go here!!!Sauces are too non-asian tasting for my liking!Prices are overly pricy for the lack luster food..Good...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Niqui W.

3.0 of 5 stars. I'll give it 3 and 1/2 stars, mostly because my main issue is the communal seating. You end up sitting at cafeteria-esque tables like summer camp, meaning that you sometimes end up being privy to...
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Like others have said before me- good location, fast service, tasty food and a nice long bar. Big downside is the common seating which enables one to hear details of neibhoring conversations and...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jen N.

2.0 of 5 stars. Its convenient Union Square location is the only reason to really come here.
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Yelp.com Review - by Ray G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Republic is an interesting place. There's a lot to dislike about it. It's noisy, you often have to share tables, and the appetizer and drink portions are ridiculous. So why would you come here?Simple....
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Yelp.com Review - by sara n.

3.0 of 5 stars. This restaurant serves noodles, noodles, and more noodles. But I do like their noodles. Its is here, where I fell in love with glass noodles. They also have a good selection of alcoholic drinks.....
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Bad Food

We just ate here for my wife's birthday. A few hours later my wife got horrifically sick from the food. Not only was her birthday ruined but when I called to speak to the manager he was shady. He wouldn't even...
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelly E.

2.0 of 5 stars. Yeesh, I hate this place! The portions are tiny, it's always crowded, and the cafeteria style seating is way more uncomfortable than trendy and makes me feel like i'm back in the 5th grade. The past...
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Yelp.com Review - by Taylor Y.

3.0 of 5 stars. It's well-located. The service is fast. The prices are affordable. The food is tasty. On the other hand, it's noisy, you will hear every word of your neighbor's conversation and your food comes out so...
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Yelp.com Review - by Christian R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Not a bad choice for having nothing to do in Union Square on a weeknight-- as far as the food is concerned. The atmosphere, on the other hand, is a little too snobbish and for my taste and very noisy...
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Yelp.com Review - by Topher B.

3.0 of 5 stars. Solid, accessible place for Thai on Union Square. Simple menu, good dishes. Esp. recommend beef satay and any of the glass noodle dishes.Cafeteria bench-style seating in rear, 4-person bench tables in...
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Yelp.com Review - by Joyce L.

2.0 of 5 stars. 2.5 starsTotally crowded. Thai iced tea was away too bitter. We ordered the spicy beef noodle soup and the seafood pad thai, which came with 3 pieces of shrimp and the majority of the rest of the...
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Yelp.com Review - by lauren s.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have always been a dedicated customer to Republic. It's that one dish that I can not get enough of. Any restaurant I revisit, I like to try new things on the menu, except at Republic. The salmon...
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Yelp.com Review - by Darren L.

3.0 of 5 stars. I had a feeling I wouldn't like this place when I stepped in the door. It was loud, packed, and they serve vietnamese\thai\japanese style food in a contemporary space. We had to wait about 15 minutes...
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A different kind of vibe......... by Dawn K. at InsiderPages

It's a great place to hang out for a laid back carefree evening with a friend. I enjoy the food and drinks - it's really good to share with unpretentious folks - a different kind of vibe.
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Yelp.com Review - by Marie M.

1.0 of 5 stars. I used to love this noodle shop, but new management has wrecked the quality and overall taste of an old standby. Run away!! I ordered a shrimp pad thai recently, and it tasted like they used...
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Went here for lunch with co-workers one day. I go to Union Square all the time and never once noticed this place. I thought it was a fabulous lunch spot. I ordered the chicken pad thai. The...
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Yelp.com Review - by Roger P.

3.0 of 5 stars. Average, prices are good though. Innovative dining room, but its so loud. Would some fabric tiles on the ceiling really be too much to ask?Crispy Tofu was bland as was the Vietnamese Vegetable...
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Yelp.com Review - by Dava A.

4.0 of 5 stars. Republic may not be fancy, but it's definitely a reliable standby. Sure it's loud and crowded, but I love the Vietnamese Vegetable Noodles (and my partner absolutely loves the BBQ Pork) , the...
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Yelp.com Review - by rk t.

1.0 of 5 stars. When I go out with friends, I go out to enjoy their company and to eat good food. You can accomplish neither here since the acoustics are terrible and the menu is mediocre at best.If your goal is to...
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Yelp.com Review - by Allan M.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic tries to take Thai food to the next level and fails quite miserably. Other than Pad Thai and some of the soup noodles, they don't offer the typical Thai dishes you would find at the...
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Yelp.com Review - by Lianne Z.

3.0 of 5 stars. When your tastebuds are getting sleepy and you need somewhere quick to eat, this is a great place. Their food isn't amazing but I love the long tables and its central Union Square location. I like...
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So So Republic by april c. at InsiderPages

I am consistently disappointed with this restaurant. People love it and I don't know why. The sauces are watered down and soupy although fresh tasting. There are so many other restaurants near Union...
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Yelp.com Review - by Ken G.

3.0 of 5 stars. The food here is just okay - nothing really spectacular. I sampled a few different dishes here including a grilled chicken with "glass noodles", pad thai, a soup dish and grilled chicken...
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Yelp.com Review - by Grace Y.

1.0 of 5 stars. I live right by Republic and when I walk home from the subway, I always see this eatery packed with people. I don't get it; the food isn't good, it's pricey, and you can never hear the people you're...
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Yelp.com Review - by Alice N.

1.0 of 5 stars. Not worth the money. Came here with a group of friends and they squeezed us into a table that was obviously too small when they could have placed us in the cafeteria style benches in the back. Food...
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Yelp.com Review - by Lindsay K.

1.0 of 5 stars. The Asian section of the great NYU cafeteria that is Union Square. At 24, I was the oldest person in the loudest dining room in the city. The pad thai was plentiful but bland, bland, bland and the...
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Yelp.com Review - by Ernie K.

2.0 of 5 stars. This place used to be a lot better before. Food sucks nowadays and it's too noisy for you to have a decent conversation. Cheap and service is quick though. That's the only good thing about them. I...
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Yelp.com Review - by Laura G.

3.0 of 5 stars. Overall good quick asian food. The big space that includes the kitchen too makes it terribly noisy and hard to hear your companions.Pluses: basket under table to place purse/bags, speedy service,...
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Yelp.com Review - by Raquel F.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place is really loud but something about it makes me want to continue going there every time Im back in NYC. Overall its just a great joint. Classy with excellent food sans that pretentious...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jonathan L.

4.0 of 5 stars. For ambiance or dining experience, 1 star. For tasty, quick, affordable Asian noodles 7 stars.So overall, 4 stars. The food is sooo good. That's why I don't mind sharing a table with all these...
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blahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

this place is horrible. I can't even think about the food to write about it. the service was fine, she did her duties. just another place that caters to mass public.
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Yelp.com Review - by Rebecca K.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've eaten at Republic numerous times and I've always been pretty happy. I like that you can come in alone and just sit at the bar area, it feels very spacious. Though I did sit in the back one time...
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Yelp.com Review - by Paul Q.

3.0 of 5 stars. GOOD FREAKING LORD! CAN THIS PLACE BE ANY LOUDER?! I HAVE TO TYPE IN ALL CAPS JUST SO PEOPLE WHO READ THIS CAN HEAR ME!the food is tasty, but good lord it is noisy in here. every few moments some loud...
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Yelp.com Review - by Ali W.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've never been to LA, but Republic's interior is what I imagine eating there to be like-- dark, slightly auteuristic, and full of sceney people. That being said, I really like the food here. It's...
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Yelp.com Review - by Justine L.

3.0 of 5 stars. I took some coworkers here for lunch, based on a recommendation from a friend. The food was pretty good, but I think the 3 stars is really based on the quality of service. It felt like no one was...
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Yelp.com Review - by Roll N.

3.0 of 5 stars. Communal seating.. food is decent.If anyone finds a blue umbrella under the table pocket, please let me know. Thanks.
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FANTASTIC -- huge portions, small prices.

This place is the PERFECT casual dining spot. Everything on the menu is relatively inexpensive, but the quality is fantastic, and the portions are always huge. Where else in NYC can you order a watercress...
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Yelp.com Review - by Eddie K.

1.0 of 5 stars. I have been to Republic several times now. Why? Not sure.1) Food is not very good.2) They take forever to seat you, even when they give you a time estimate.3) There is no scene.4) The decor sucks.5)...
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Yelp.com Review - by Marla G.

3.0 of 5 stars. At first I was reluctant to review Republic, because it's one of those places that everyone who lives below 25th street has been to and already reviewed. However, the more I thought about it, I...
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Yelp.com Review - by Annie M.

2.0 of 5 stars. Trendy spot where you're seated at communal tables on little benches so it's not the most comfortable dining experience. The food wasn't good at all (neither my friend nor I finished our meals, not...
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrea L.

2.0 of 5 stars. Republic is great if you're hungry in Union Square and don't want to wait on line for another restaurant. The food is just OK and the selection isn't great. The staff is very friendly.I'm not a big...
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Yelp.com Review - by Cristina G.

4.0 of 5 stars. My love for thai is really ridiculous!However, this place was good for more than thai! Their mojitos and other mixed drinks were really good and strong. Their thai is a bit different from most places...
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Yelp.com Review - by Sasha H.

3.0 of 5 stars. Duck noodle soup is disgusting, but curry duck noodles are delicious!! I love this spot if only for its location and airy interior that is easy to pop into during the summers. It is cheap and an easy...
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Yelp.com Review - by Matthew T.

2.0 of 5 stars. VERY manufactured asian food. This spot is great for tourists that are looking for a franchised, hip, noodle restaurant, but if you're searching for authentic asian food, I'd advise you to walk...
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelly S.

3.0 of 5 stars. For an Asian Fusion place in Union Square, this quality of service varies depending on what time you visit. Go during a busy night (aka weekends from 8-10) and the service is slow. It's also quite...
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Yelp.com Review - by Tina C.

1.0 of 5 stars. Asian Fusion is not the same as authentic Chinese cuisine. This restaurant caters to Westerners who are not a fan of Chinese cuisine or is complete ignorant of the Asian culture. My family and I...
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DiSGUSTING

This place used to be good.. I am talking 10 years ago. Now it's just bland and gross. The food made me naseous. Go to Whole Foods instead. I recommend the sushi.
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Yelp.com Review - by Jamie S.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is one of my go-to places in the city that I have been coming to for years. Its fast, enjoyable, and pretty inexpensive. I don't mind the noise or table sharing, its really just about being able...
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Yelp.com Review - by j t.

2.0 of 5 stars. Uhm so apparently the menu has changed, and its not for the better! What happened to my coconut crusted shrimp and dumplings? The pad thai is so so and the broth noodles are only good on hungover...
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Yelp.com Review - by Mathew T.

3.0 of 5 stars. The quick: Food is decent and reasonably priced. The wait for two (at 7:30 on a Monday) was less than 15 minutes. The service wasn't spectacular but my glass was never empty. It is really, really...
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Yelp.com Review - by Joe M.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic is a mega-trendy Asian-fusion noodle house concept located in the New York's hip Union Square. I had seen this restaurant while exploring that section of the city mid-week and told myself...
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Yelp.com Review - by Sam W.

3.0 of 5 stars. I give it a somewhat lackluster 3 stars. I actually go here often because it's extremely convenient for me but I have learned to stick with three specific and delicious dishes. Venturing outside if...
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Yelp.com Review - by Nik N.

3.0 of 5 stars. i have stopped into republic a couple times. the second time cause it fed a craving and we were in the neighborhood. i'd say the food is above average.... killer - oh my god - those taste bud have...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeff H.

3.0 of 5 stars. The food here is pretty good. It seems to get very noisy. The bathroom is clean and the seating areas are large and spread out. The seating at the bar is also nice. The food comes nicely prepared...
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah F.

2.0 of 5 stars. I didn't think you could screw up Pad Thai but apparently it can be done and Republic does it quite well. Weird bitter taste and calamari that tasted like rubber bands. Also it is so freaking loud in...
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Yelp.com Review - by anne s.

1.0 of 5 stars. please, please let me explain my reason for giving this place 1 star. THEY DISCONTINUED THEIR NOODLE SHRIMP. mind you, that is the ONLY reason why i like this place. i tried ordering other things...
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Yelp.com Review - by andy l.

3.0 of 5 stars. july 2nd 2008if your looking for asian bar and noodles place and unique drinks this is a place to go. near train station at 14st union square. i had grilled chicken with special meat in the middle and...
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Great food! by Sara S. at InsiderPages

I went to Republic last weekend for the first time and it was great! Their food was inexpensive but DELICIOUS! I had the pad thai and it's probably the best I've ever had! I highly recommend it! The atmosphere...
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Alright Ive read the reviews....and I must start my review fully admitting that YES this place is loud, there are no backs on the seats, the food is clearly not authentic, and it is not a romance...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeff E.

1.0 of 5 stars. Most reprehensible Asian restaurant in the area. With its well-known "ambiance of an airplane hangar", Republic serves Asian food as if its patrons neither know any real-life Asian people nor have...
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Yelp.com Review - by Joanie K.

2.0 of 5 stars. more Pan-Asian cuisine... sigh. Republic did make a refreshing noodle salad and my pork chops over rice was quite tasty.... buuutttt I think this restaurant is trying too hard to be "trendy" for me....
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Yelp.com Review - by Carl C.

4.0 of 5 stars. The Salmon on rice is fantastic. If you happen to be near Union Square and hating on everything that seems available, try this place and order this one dish. The rest of it is pretty tasty? I dunno, I...
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Yelp.com Review - by Lindsey R.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love noodles. Period. If you love em too, here is the place. Select all different types, all different sauces. The place is big, cafeteria like but with a modern dark flare, it can get loud....
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Yelp.com Review - by Kimberley D.

3.0 of 5 stars. Food: Tasty and reasonably priced. Vegetarian options available.Drinks: Not as inexpensive, but also tasty.Decor: Cool, tall ceilings, modern.Service: Unenthusiastic. We got a table and one of our...
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah W.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic is pretty decent. It can be REALLY freaking loud, which irritates me, but I think the food is solid. If you're in Union Sq craving a little asian fusion, it's not a bad choice. The pad thai...
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average

I personally was put off by the whole fusion thing. my vegetable red curry soup was too weird. mix of indian/thai/chinese. really odd. the starters we ordered were the seafood wontons which were oily but okay...
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Yelp.com Review - by Janet H.

3.0 of 5 stars. I was visiting NYC and my friend brought me here since I had an Asian fusion craving and I didn't want to spend a whole lot of money. There were no lines and I thought the cafeteria like seating was...
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Yelp.com Review - by Kate K.

3.0 of 5 stars. Three & a half stars. Yelp doesn't allow half stars.The good:SERIOUSLY tasty frozen lychee martini... check.Big portions for a low price... check.Vegetarian & non-veg options on the menu... check.The...
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Yelp.com Review - by matt w.

3.0 of 5 stars. solid 3 star.cool atmosphere, really bigi had the curry duck noodle something which i really likedbeef satay was really good tooa few of my friends weren't impressed by the food that muchi actually...
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Yelp.com Review - by Matthew S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Can I get a seat with a back please?? I'm not at an interstate rest area having a picnic. Other than that the sauteed rice with shrimp and calamari was sold and filling. My GF's curry duck was...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jerome Espinosa B.

3.0 of 5 stars. cool!
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trendy & fun

Reasonably priced, delicious food, excellent specialty cocktails (lychee martini is excellent as is the bl ood organe martini) and it is a cool atmosphere. Has a very distinct smell that could be off-putting...
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Yelp.com Review - by Lon C.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've only had the Thai Chicken Noodles but I still love this place. It's typical New York with a very large and modern design, long tables that you might share with another customer eating alone for...
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Yelp.com Review - by La Y.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic - and the neighboring Heartland Brewery - is what I like to call the food court of Union Square - a couple of restaurants offering tasty, cheap and relatively quick food for tired shoppers....
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle H.

4.0 of 5 stars. A friend recommended this place, and it was well warranted. I don't know about the other dishes, but the appetizers are amazing! They are somewhat expensive, but the exquisite taste and presentation...
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Good value, decent food

I was satisfied with my meal. The menu was interesting, but not complicated. The food was very reasonably priced, and of better than average quality. This place wasn't too edgy or trendy, but it never promised...
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Yelp.com Review - by Ava G.

3.0 of 5 stars. The food here is pretty good, although, I'm going to make a very embarrassing admission: it gives me terrible heartburn. The severe kind that made me run directly to Duane Reade and pop two Pepcide...
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Yelp.com Review - by Eva K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Everything I've eaten here I absolutely loved. The seared marinated salmon with curried rice and raisins is my guilty pleasure here. The salmon is moist and tender on the inside and nicely browned...
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris H.

3.0 of 5 stars. There's probably a good analogy to describe this place. "Lipstick on a pig"? "Polishing a turd"? You get the point.Republic is impressive when you first walk in. A nicely appointed bar area, which...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jasmine T.

2.0 of 5 stars. There is only so much falafel I can eat in Union Square. i am in this area often so I suggested a friend met there for lunch. She escaped work long enough for us to dine here. The food was terrible, I...
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Yelp.com Review - by Kare L.

1.0 of 5 stars. I haven't been here in years because the food is simply awful. It's such a shame - its in such a great location right in Union Square and the food is relatively inexpensive. Even the cafeteria-style...
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Yelp.com Review - by J C.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic setup shop in a prime location---right in Union Square. This design and size of this restaurant is pretty impressive for what it is. Unfortunately, the food isn't.For an Asian fusion...
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Yelp.com Review - by Julie Y.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic seems to be straddling alternate identities marked by the club-like atmosphere and mod designs on one hand, and back warehouse style seating on the other. If you're interested in the scene,...
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Yelp.com Review - by Uyen C.

5.0 of 5 stars. Let me just start off with I love Republic!!I love going here, but I only get three things on the menu:1. Grilled Beef2. Grilled Salmon3. Grill Pork.I heard the other choices are mediocre at best....
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenny S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Ok - the reason I'm super pumped about this place is because I've walked by it a million times and never knew about it. Whenever I'm in Union Square I have trouble thinking of an easy, inexpensive,...
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Trendy, cheap, unique, good

This place is really trendy, fun, and the food is great. Good value for NYC. Only downside is communal seating.
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Yelp.com Review - by Philip K.

2.0 of 5 stars. So I don't go to restaurants for ambiance. That is what this place was about, the giant photos on the wall, cool, but it didn't make my food taste any better. The waiter was nice, and did deal nicely...
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Yelp.com Review - by Grace O.

3.0 of 5 stars. So a friend of mine was raving about Republic and insisted we go together, so we did. After my first visit I was raving about it too. But after my second visit I came to realize that there wasn't much...
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Yelp.com Review - by Francine W.

3.0 of 5 stars. it is good. ive been here three times. the first two times the food was good, not great but the third time it was delicious. so, i would give it three stars. prices are decent. but, there is...
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Yelp.com Review - by Lynn T.

3.0 of 5 stars. Food - 2.5Service - 2.5Ambience - 3Popped in today as I was doing a venue site check at Union Square across the street. This is my second visit and just like the last time, I had a decent-to-good...
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Yelp.com Review - by MiRi P.

3.0 of 5 stars. a go-to place for fast, relatively tasty food in union square. i generally order one of two things here: the salmon with black rice (i swap it out with the curry rice), or the duck soup (cue 3 stooges...
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Yelp.com Review - by Rebekah M.

3.0 of 5 stars. I really enjoy the Spicy Beef Noodle Soup. I think it is absolutely delicious. But I am not a fan of sharing dining tables with other people. And I think it is a little overpriced. If it wasn't...
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa B.

4.0 of 5 stars. A great place to eat when you don't want to converse with your dining partner. The food is consistently great and arrives quickly. The noise level is deafening so go there on that date that you...
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Yelp.com Review - by Kelly C.

3.0 of 5 stars. My friends took me there last night. Apparently the Republic is soooooo 2000, when it was really in and stars like Susan Sarandon used to go there with her kids all the time. So ok, I'm a few years...
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Yelp.com Review - by Elle H.

4.0 of 5 stars. My friend and I went to Republic starving. We were hungry and wanted to find a place fast, that served food fast. Friend had been to Republic before and explained the benches and communal seating...
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Yelp.com Review - by Furyk C.

3.0 of 5 stars. You know in college when you started to become a master with Ramen and it became like stone soup? "Well I've got Ramen""Oh and an egg""look hot sauce!""is that leftover curry?""tofu!""my roommate can...
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Yelp.com Review - by Stef W.

4.0 of 5 stars. When my friend picked Republic for our meeting place, I immediately went on Yelp and looked at the reviews. There are A LOT of reviews for this restaurant, and many of them echo similar sentiments:...
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Yelp.com Review - by Samantha B.

4.0 of 5 stars. In the heart of one of Manhattan's most lovely (in my most humble opinion) squares, tucked away next to the busy Heartland Brewery, you'll find this apparently unassuming place with its understated...
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Yelp.com Review - by Christian C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've been coming to this place for the last 8 years or so. At first I was put off the communal seating, but now have grown to pay no mind and enjoy the delicious meals provided. My staple has always...
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Yelp.com Review - by Rebecca D.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm sorry that so many people had a bad time here! I love Republic, but I only come here for one purpose: a quick, yummy meal for cheap that doesn't taste cheap. The steamed veggie dumplings are...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sara S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I eat here more than any other restaurant in New York.. dinner, brunch, delivery. The black sesame ice cream tastes awesome with Sapporo.On one occasion, I ate an entire #14 with a full view of one...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jason H.

4.0 of 5 stars. Solid choice for grabbing a quick bite. This place is all business... once you are seated everything moves quickly. Orders are taken almost immediately and the food comes out very quickly. The...
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa M.

3.0 of 5 stars. good but boring. nice vibe but so loud it is impossible to carry on a conversation. yummy drinks (lychee martini, sangria and thai ice tea sooo good), tasty appetizers (grilled calamari and fried...
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It's What I Expect

The thing I like about Republic is it ability to produce a quality meal in a friendly and efficient manner. Yes, I know the dining environment can be loud at times and a bit overwhelming, but I expect it of...
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Terrible Service!

I must agree with the previous diner's review. I have been to Republic several times, to keep "giving it a shot" but always leave un-impressed by the food and just annoyed by the service. But tonight was the...
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Yelp.com Review - by Allie P.

4.0 of 5 stars. Came here with my cousin. I felt all sophisticated when we were waiting for our table because most of these people were hipsters (when I went)... there is a bar where you can get a drink while you're...
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Yelp.com Review - by Cenk S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Do you like tasty, reasonably-priced noodles delivered very quickly by super-efficient waiters in a minimalist, roomy space in Union Sq. with billboard-sized b&w photos of noodle art on the wall?...
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Yelp.com Review - by Casey W.

3.0 of 5 stars. - decent but bland- would still take my chinatown pho without all the pretension and extra cost that comes with a trendy eatery, just because it costs more does not mean it tastes better nor does it...
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Yelp.com Review - by Caramel C.

3.0 of 5 stars. I went here with my coworkers; the atmosphere was pretty active and noisy; our conversation consisted of yelling at each other ( in a nice way). In regards to their menu, I wish I can tell you more...
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Yelp.com Review - by Paul K.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great southeast Asian fusion serving up Delicious bowls of noodles, rice, and salads in a clean, trendy but unpretentious restaurant that features bar and communal seating, all at bargain prices and...
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Yelp.com Review - by Trish S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Truely one of my favorites in NYC. The noodle bowls are fabulous with community seating. Who knows who you will meet. Chic place but at the same time inexpensive.
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Yelp.com Review - by Mike T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've eaten here a couple times and its truly become one of my neighborhood staples. its quick, easy and cheap food that's not only filling but delicious. The whole communal idea is great too, as is...
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Yelp.com Review - by melissa m.

3.0 of 5 stars. Nice ambience but I wasn't all too impressed with the food. Eh...
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Yelp.com Review - by Grace S.

3.0 of 5 stars. This spot has one of my favorite desserts in the city-- Black Sesame ice cream. It has a peanut butter-like flavor and includes real black sesame seeds. I've tried black sesame ice cream at other...
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Yelp.com Review - by Clement L.

4.0 of 5 stars. One of my favorite spots in the neighborhood. It's cheap, quick and very satisfying. I almost always get the curry duck soup whenever I go. However, I tried the Japanese eggplant small dish last week...
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Yelp.com Review - by Anna L.

2.0 of 5 stars. I used to like going to Republic for some noodles when they just opened. The food is pretty good. Their drinks are not bad. Service is decent. However, boy oh boy, can it be any louder in this...
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Yelp.com Review - by Hannah C.

2.0 of 5 stars. THERE WAS A ROACH. (Don't let me scare you. This is New York...and it wasn't in my food thank God).While eating with my girlfriends one evening, there was a ROACH on the wall next to me. Literally two...
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Yelp.com Review - by Gavin N.

4.0 of 5 stars. Whenever a family member or a friend (who is asian) brings up the idea of "asian fusion" to me..I want to b*tch slap them to hell. But I will say Republic is the only place of this type that I don't...
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Yelp.com Review - by Kevin A.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is overpriced. OVERPRICED! Which is not to say that a meal will cost you a lot, but I am saying that what you get isn't really worth 20 something dollars.Republic gets points for...
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Yelp.com Review - by Josh R.

1.0 of 5 stars. Whenever I'm at work, and someone suggests ordering lunch from here, I have to exercise my power of the veto on them. Thankfully there is this website called Yelp around to help me find another local...
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Yelp.com Review - by Darbi W.

4.0 of 5 stars. 175 reviews? What more could i possibly offer about Republic? Well, I'm not going to pretend to have actually read all 175 reviews, but here's something you may not know.The Lime Chicken Soup is...
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Yelp.com Review - by jenna c.

4.0 of 5 stars. the good thing about this place is that is doesn't feel as cramped as some dining places in NYC can be... I usually get the coconut chicken skewers...WOOHOO! and they have the incredible raison curry...
yelp.com - user review - 12/22/2007
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Awful food and rude staff!

I have given this place a number of chances because I live in the area and it's convenient, but each and every time it's always been mediocre at best. However, after my experience there tonight (my boyfriend...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeff L.

2.0 of 5 stars. Republic really should get 2 stars, but for the benefit of having had a decent meal here in the past, this Fairy Demigodreviewer (I take after Hermes) is granting the joint a borderline 3.First off,...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Blake S.

5.0 of 5 stars. yummy Vietnamese veggie noodle thing. the big crispy thing that comes on top is kinda weird, but the food is good. its a huge place too so ive never had to wait long for a table or service. highly...
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Sara C.

2.0 of 5 stars. This place is solid, but also vaguely disappointing. I don't know. Nothing is ever as good as you wanted it to be. I think what it is is that it's one of those "pan asian" joints. Which, hello....
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Worm In Our Food

My boyfriend and I were very excited to try Republic -- it's a cute restaurant with a great decor. We ordered food which came promptly, but there was a live WORM in my boyfriend's pad thai. The others sitting...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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Not great

Not pleased with this place. The food was OK, the service was not great. The lighting in there is just horrible - please put some candles on those picnic tables! And it was freezing. They need to figure out...
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Yelp.com Review - by Valerie S.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love Republic. It's probably my favorite restaurant in NY. I mean it's affordable, the service is good. The food/drinks are great. I love the cold peanut noodles and their creative drinks. It's...
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Yelp.com Review - by James G.

2.0 of 5 stars. Not so good...More laters...
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pretty good :)

I want to start by saying that I just love their "coconut shrimp" (you have to try it... and I am usually NOT a big fan of coconut shrimp anywhere else! Sometimes I come to this place just to get two orders of...
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Yelp.com Review - by Patrick M.

4.0 of 5 stars. There are already a 167 reviews of Republic. However, I will add one more.I used to work a block away from Republic's Union Square Location. It is a fun place to go. I have only had lunch there but...
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy C.

3.0 of 5 stars. Pros- cheap, fast, and tastyCons- packed and weird seating. the host tried to seat us at this a table that already had 2 guys there! no way was i gonna eat dinner elbow to elbow with 2 strangers. the...
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Not everything is great, but a great casual favorite

A Union Square institution, this is a good place for a quick casual eat or for delivery. I order their food a lot, but there are two shortfalls. First, eating in canteen style tables in one of the noisiest...
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Good but overpriced food

The food is pretty good and the portions are reasonably sized, but for less money you could get a meal just as good (if not better) elsewhere. The service is incredible though - the waiters are VERY friendly...
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Yelp.com Review - by lemonbar l.

4.0 of 5 stars. noisy, liked my meal, ok for area.not overly pricey, would not single dine here--loud.
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Yelp.com Review - by Scott R.

3.0 of 5 stars. It seems like owning a restaurant on this side of Union Square is like printing your own money. While Union Square Cafe and Blue Water Grill are acclaimed restaurants, Coffee Shop, Heartland Brewery,...
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Yelp.com Review - by Steve M.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is great! I had the beef skewers and I tried my brother's spicy duck. They were both AMAZING!! The music and interior design are very cool and modern. I loved this place and I will probably...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2007
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You gotta be kidding me!

Not sure about their Veg only selection as Im not a vegan. So perhaps they do underscore in that department. However, You can get a meal in there for the cheap not quite sure where in NYC the reviewer below...
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Yelp.com Review - by Terry C.

2.0 of 5 stars. Way too crowded for my taste, but we sat pretty easily at the counter. The noodles were bland bland bland, and the service was merely competent. I left feeling I'd ordered the wrong dish, but don't...
yelp.com - user review - 11/14/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Buo Z.

1.0 of 5 stars. food here always suck no matter what i order...really really bad food--bland or the taste is just off...great service and atmosphere though...
yelp.com - user review - 11/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa N.

3.0 of 5 stars. I would actually give Republic 3.5 stars... it's a great value for the money; however, it's nothing to write home about.While waiting for my friend (they don't allow you to be seated unless your...
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Yelp.com Review - by Daphne H.

4.0 of 5 stars. ***12/01/2007 edit: Just went here for a late lunch with J. Just go for the Coconut Shrimp & Spicy Duck Noodles - it'll be totally worth it especially on a cold day like today! 1 more star for SPICY...
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Yelp.com Review - by Suzanne A.

5.0 of 5 stars. i can't recall how i found out about Republic, but the first was on a business trip to NYC, and i've been back many times. first let me preface this review by telling you that, going to eat on the...
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Yelp.com Review - by Ro N.

3.0 of 5 stars. I came here a handful of times when I used to live in Union Square but they were always my friends' suggestions.I feel this place is another hit or miss.During all that time I've been here I never...
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael B.

2.0 of 5 stars. I'm sorry, affordable food should not equal the way I used to eat my lunch in elementary school. I don't think communal tables are cool, the food is "eh", and someone PLEASE tell this place to find...
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Good food, good price, good location

Delicious food. Great prices. I loved the sushi sashimi salad and the coconut shrimp appetizer. The pad thai wasn't good. I sent it back. They are understaffed there, and it is very crowded. It is not a place...
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Not recommended

Stopped in one night last week for a quick dinner after looking over the menu that was outside. While the menu listed about four to five items that were plant-based (my husband and I are vegan), when we got...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jared R.

5.0 of 5 stars. I didn't really like Republic all that much when I first went there, but it's really grown on me. I love the Spicy Beef broth noodles.Don't even try to customize anything on the menu because they...
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Yelp.com Review - by Angel T.

4.0 of 5 stars. 3 words..COCONUT CRUSTED SHRIMP. Delicious...by far my favorite thing on Earth...besides Champagne & Tequila of course ;)Nice Wait staffs, very attentive.I must agree with the previous review from...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica G.

4.0 of 5 stars. I give it 4 stars because the food is cheap but good at the same time. I just hate those dam benches. Well, whenever i need to go to a restuarant where i dont need reservations but want quick food,...
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Yelp.com Review - by Marcus V.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've eaten here on many occasions, lunch and dinner. And I've always enjoyed the food. I'll be bold and go so far as to say that the pad Thai is actually quite scrumptious, especially the beef and...
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Yelp.com Review - by Vi V.

4.0 of 5 stars. i'm a sucker for fusion restaurants so it really isn't hard to impress me with one.the best thing about this place is that it is big and can seat many.So while other restaurants around Union Square...
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Yelp.com Review - by Javier M.

2.0 of 5 stars. If what you were trying to convey was a jungle-esque, south-east/pan asian communist rusticity, and Vietcong barracks food, you succeeded only too well..... __-----------__...
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Yelp.com Review - by Susan Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. Pretty Damn Good. I had lunch with several co workers and the service was surprisingly quick and friendly! We went around 1:00. I ordered an Asian Sangria (Blah.. had better. The white wine didn't go...
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Pretty Good

I went here last week once and then ordered delivery tonight. I think it is great deal for the money.
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Yelp.com Review - by Elizabeth W.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have a friend who just moved out to New York, and after recommending this place to him, I decided it needed a good review on Yelp. I went here in February while on a trip, and I absolutely loved it!...
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Yelp.com Review - by Melissa P.

3.0 of 5 stars. You're not going here to be wowed by ambiance - you are going here to shove some noodles in your face as fast as humanly possible. I come here when I am in Union Square and I am a) tired b) cold or c)...
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Yelp.com Review - by Joe O.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have frequented this place for a few years now but hadn't been back in about 6 mos. its still great. fast service, good food and fairly cheap. had the beef noodle salad, GF had the veggie pad...
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael D.

4.0 of 5 stars. The food is good, but the place is so unbelievably loud. If you are only two people you have to share a small four person table with two strangers.The best thing I've found on the menu is the Coconut...
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Yelp.com Review - by anthony c.

4.0 of 5 stars. I LOVE Republic. It's a great place to grab lunch or dinner with friends in the heart of Union Square. Not a date-friendly place as it tends to be loud in there and you're seated next to complete...
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Yelp.com Review - by Meg C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Holy reviewed a lot. I guess everyone likes noodles now and again. I usually end up at Republic mid afternoon after spending money I don't have in the local shops and farmers market. The best option...
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Yelp.com Review - by Wren R.

2.0 of 5 stars. Republic underwhelms me so much I don't even know what to say about it. And for some reason, I've eaten here not once, not twice, but three times! Why? Why have I eaten at this stupid restaurant I...
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael S. H.

3.0 of 5 stars. This is one of those... asian fusion, hip, ..., ..., ... whatever.... I could care less about what the place looks like, just make sure that the food is good. The inside is nice but unfortunately a...
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Yelp.com Review - by Rey P.

3.0 of 5 stars. Not bad. But Republic just makes me wish I was eating at Wagamama (the London chain by the same folks), which is somehow so much better.The only reason it gets three stars is that you're veggie...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica G.

3.0 of 5 stars. I'm into Republic but for some reason I always leave feeling a bit dissatisfied and like I spent a bit too much money. I usually get the seared salmon and ask for it medium, that's about the only...
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Yelp.com Review - by Zoe P.

3.0 of 5 stars. Drinks 5, Food 2, Feel 3.I loved my frozen lychee martini. All bite and sour and boozy, like a martini. But frozen and blended, like a margarita and served in a short "old fashioned" glass with mint...
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Yelp.com Review - by Elissa S.

3.0 of 5 stars. The food here is good - not great, not fantastic, not amazing. Just good. However, it's consistently good, and it's not horribly expensive. I like the social setting of it, though sometimes it's...
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Yelp.com Review - by Bud C.

3.0 of 5 stars. My sister and I went here for lunch earlier this week. The first thing to note is: THIS PLACE IS SOOOOO LOUD!!!! Louder than your high school cafeteria... louder than chow time in prison... louder...
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Yelp.com Review - by Eve S.

2.0 of 5 stars. Do not as I did in 2002 go on a first date here; you will not be able to assess the long term potential of the relationship as you will not be able to hear what they are saying. The food is okay-not...
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Yelp.com Review - by Vanessa S.

2.0 of 5 stars. I had mixed feelings about this place. Let's break it down to the good, the bad, and the ugly...THE GOOD: The food was satisfying and unique. The appetizer spring rolls I ordered had a wonderful...
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Yelp.com Review - by Shauna D.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic is a trendy, trendy, trendy place with matching high prices. I had a decent wonton noodles soup but it was $9. I know we've spent a lot of money eating already on this trip but I was still...
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nasty hostess

I have been to Republic numerous times and was aware of the communal seating arrangement...today, I arrived with my fiance for lunch and we were asked to follow the hostess to the center of a communal table....
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Yelp.com Review - by Dian L.

3.0 of 5 stars. I like Republic better than others who've reviewed it. The noise was overpowering only the third time I went, or maybe I didn't notice before. Two enjoyable dishes are the curried duck noodles...
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Yelp.com Review - by Kathleen Y.

3.0 of 5 stars. Is Republic at the height of Asian cuisine? Hell no. But is it an okay place to grab okay food for relatively cheap when you're in Union Square? Yes. Many of the dishes are in the $8 to $10 range...
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Yelp.com Review - by Kate T.

2.0 of 5 stars. I could tell this place was trendy by the way the music was so loud i could hardly hear myself think.As for the food, well, we started with the vegetarian dumplings, which were tasty. For the entree,...
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Yelp.com Review - by Ashley Q.

4.0 of 5 stars. This review is for lunch...I never had the pleasure of dining here for dinner.I'm bummed that Republic isn't getting the star love it deserves! What gives! I love this place. Lucky for me this...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jenny M.

1.0 of 5 stars. The service at Republic is horrible, and the food is even worse. I paid $11 for pad thai that tasted exactly like the frozen pad thai that you can get at Trader Joes for $2.99. One reviewer used the...
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Yelp.com Review - by Lynn W.

3.0 of 5 stars. Eh, i would give it a 2 star, but I got decent service. Overly trendy with medicore food. Good place to take your out of state touristy visitors if you cant think of anything else I guess.
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Chil-laxing

Nice place to hang out and socialize.
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Fast, good, and reasonable!

I went here with two friend for dinner on Friday. I ordered the shrimp and crab spring roll which was incredible and the peanut noodles which were really good as well though for me personally they had to much...
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Yelp.com Review - by Teresa G.

2.0 of 5 stars. Another eh. This place gets 2 stars for being so cheap and fast. The food quality though, leaves alot to be desired. I always feel starved within an hour of leaving this place. The vegetable broth...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jonathan G.

3.0 of 5 stars. I'd stay away from this place for dinner. Every time I've gone here at night I've left still feeling hungry and unsatisfied. For lunch, though, this place is perfect. It's not too busy, the prices are...
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Yelp.com Review - by Christine Q.

2.0 of 5 stars. Not a place for good food. It's more of a convenient spot for when your shopping or just in the area and happen to want asian cusine and don't want to trek down to chinatown. Service is quick. The...
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Yelp.com Review - by Margaret P.

3.0 of 5 stars. I actually enjoyed the communal tables at Republic. At first, I felt it a little different and strange, almost like being at a college dining hall. But after a few Sapporos, those feelings fell by the...
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris S.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is a great place to go for a lunch, when they aren't as crazily crowded as they were for dinner the times I've been by there at night. They make delicious noodle dishes (surprise!), and their...
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Yelp.com Review - by Gina K.

3.0 of 5 stars. I found this place funny. Communal tables and a big red Communist star. A for effort on the joke. The food on the other hand was nothing special. I think I've had better pad thai elsewhere.
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Yelp.com Review - by erica f.

5.0 of 5 stars. Wow, what a surprise! I was using the wifi at Starbucks, then meeting a friend for dinner. I grabbed a menu from Republic, which was right next door, and it looked pretty interesting, and was clearly...
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Yelp.com Review - by Eric B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I used to eat here often when I lived in the city. I have returned. The food is good, portions generous and prices are right. The food is prepared quickly which is great when you are really hungry.An...
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avoid

The food is very bland and the service is very mediocre. The servers who are there seem to do a good job but they are grossly understaffed. So they repeatedly close huge sections of the restaurant. But they...
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle G.

2.0 of 5 stars. I don't really get why Republic is so popular. I mean, it's decent. The food is fine, the atmosphere borders on annoying and it's always SO DAMN CROWDED. I guess I would go if I lived in the...
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Yelp.com Review - by Cheryl C.

2.0 of 5 stars. "Oh my god, it's really loud in here.""WHAT?!""I SAID, IT'S REALLY LOU ... never mind."Big open industrial space = zero noise dampening. The crowd here is pretty young, all twentysomethings. Loud...
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Yelp.com Review - by cassandra n.

1.0 of 5 stars. First i have to say that i HATE pan asian food. Its just a dumb concept and it never is very good. I'm a purist, what can i say? That being said, we went into Republic because everything in the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2007
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Average Food/Service

While I do think one can make a much worse choice for Thai food, Republic is not the best. The Pad Thai is slightly bland, and other dishes just do not compare to other similarly priced Thai restaurants.
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Yelp.com Review - by Clark G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Republic is a trendy but affordable noodle shop at Union Square. The restaurant is bigger than you'd expect once you get inside, with cafeteria-style communal table-and-bench seating, but it is a cool...
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by catherine v.

1.0 of 5 stars. If you have any taste buds and actually know what thai food is supposed to taste like, I implore you not to eat here. The pad thai, the most basic thai meal ever, wasn't even done right. It was...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Yujin L.

1.0 of 5 stars. Very bland noodle soups. I was highly disappointed. In London, went to a very similar place called Wagamama with similarly disappointing food...maybe Republic was copied from Wagamama? I don't know...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Pam S.

2.0 of 5 stars. This place wishes it was Wagamama in London. But, it is not. Yet, if you didn't know better and chanced upon this place randomly and saw how crowded it is, you could be tricked into believing it...
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Scott K.

2.0 of 5 stars. In my opinion - if you're accustomed to really good Asian noodle dishes, this is not the place for you...If you rank Ruby Foos as a top-notch Pan-Asian restaurants in Manhattan, then you'll love...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Marlo W.

1.0 of 5 stars. I used to like Republic...but the last time I went there, I asked for my food to be prepared without the traditional Thai "fish sauce". I was told they couldn't do that as this was traditional Thai...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Angela K.

3.0 of 5 stars. the noodles arent bad and they have noodle inspired photographs on the walls. it's not a bad place for lunch and they are good at takeout. they somehow managed to put salt in my drink instead of...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2007
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Great Night Out!!

The service is fast and the food is great. The restauraunt has a very communal feel. You share your table with other parties but you are never cramped. The prices are perfect and a dinner for two with...
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Great Surprise

I was using the wifi at Starbucks, then meeting a friend for dinner. I grabbed a menu from Republic and it looked pretty interesting, and it was clearly a popular place. The inside is sleek and modern asian...
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Yelp.com Review - by kristine r.

2.0 of 5 stars. Wow, 110 reviews for *this* place? If it's been around for as long as some Yelpers have said it has, then I'm really surprised. Are New Yorkers really so concerned with being "hip" and "trendy" that...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Cin L.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place gets three stars due to the fact of the stylish interior. The food is your typical run of the mill (the Pad Thai is subpar to the average Thai restaurants). I went with my cousin a while...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Charles H.

3.0 of 5 stars. A stream of thought review...FAST super FAST delivery don't go to the bathroom after you hang up the phone because they might be at the door FAST and remember to TIP the guy sufficiently or he will...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ames F.

2.0 of 5 stars. Eh. Ho-hum. The food was bland, bland, bland. But they do boast one of the best lychee martinis I've had. So my 1-star rating bounced to a 2. Hmmmm, I'm sure that says something about my priorities,...
yelp.com - user review - 06/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Yumi H.

2.0 of 5 stars. hate the noise. i only go there when i'm alone because if i go with a friend, we could never hear each other talk.you'll see me sitting at the bar enjoying my solitude and food while admiring how...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica F.

3.0 of 5 stars. Ah, Republic, I love thee, and I shall count the ways.I love the way thy zippy waistaff beam my order to the kitchen without ever leaving my side. I love it even more when it isn't busy and they let...
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2007
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Great Food at a Great Price

So I work in the area and always passed by Republic, thinking there meals are like 20 dollars, then my co-worker came back with a menu, happy to see the prices were great, 11 dollars the most. There salmon is...
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Yelp.com Review - by John Z.

2.0 of 5 stars. Republic seems to coast on its somewhat hip/comfortable (if you're OK with communal tables) atmosphere and it's unbeatable location. I think putting a cheap asian style eatery in that location is...
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2007
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You get what you pay for...

The same people who like this place must be the ones who rave about Spice. Yes, for 7 dollars the food isn't bad and does offer variety. But aside from the price this place doesn't really have anything going...
menupages.com - user review - 06/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Share W.

3.0 of 5 stars. With it's cafeteria styled seating, the only storage solace is only provided by little trough under the table to hold your belongings. If you are the type of person that walks around with all that...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Gina C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm amazed at the bad reviews, I really like Republic. Everything I've had has been absolutely delicious. As for authenticity I can't really say being a 20-something from Long Island that doesn't...
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Yelp.com Review - by Shirl K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Republic has come a long way! I starting coming here over 5 years ago and if anything the service has improved by so much. At least speed wise. The curry duck noodles are always my favorite. And the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Junkfoodie Q.

3.0 of 5 stars. 2.5 stars.I came here for the first time in AT LEAST 4 years. Got the curried duck noodles, and my friend got the lime chicken broth noodles. My dish was eh, kinda bland, and not enough duck! I had...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by mike b.

1.0 of 5 stars. Close to being my #1 most hated restaurant in New York. This place is constantly overwhelming busy and they make you sit at these large benches eating with complete strangers. The food is horrific...
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by April O.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place was extremely packed when we walked in. We were told that there would be a 10-15 minute wait, but we were seated in probably about 5 minutes.it's interesting because you sit in tables...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Nina L.

3.0 of 5 stars. I loved the look and layout of the place. Sitting right next to strangers takes some getting used to. The food was decent but not something I'd rave about. I commend their creative take on Asian...
yelp.com - user review - 05/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Eric S.

3.0 of 5 stars. While I enjoyed the food I ordered, the chicken salad - think, I detest places that seat you with strangers. I was with an old friend of mine who was in town and he had wanted to check this place out....
yelp.com - user review - 05/20/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Audrey J.

2.0 of 5 stars. In the spirit of Republic's urban industrial look, a haiku:Friendly waitstaff, butTaro fries on my noodles?!?I am underwhelmed.
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Andrew J.

3.0 of 5 stars. I wasn't absolutely blown away by this place, but I just think I wasn't in the right mood for it. We went on a Friday right at peak dining hours and I had come from a really stressful day at work....
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2007
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Great for lunch!

I've never been to Republic in the evening but I can tell you it's the perfect spot to meet a friend for lunch! Every dish I've gotten there has an interesting blend of flavors and the portions are just the...
menupages.com - user review - 05/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Megan C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Quick & Healthy (or so it seems)Great atmosphere for dropping in for a quick bite or enjoying something different for your meal. Something for everyone on the menu, apparently they have exceptional...
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Cameron M.

4.0 of 5 stars. It is possible to have food that is both tasty and won't boost your HDL by 20 points.It's no Momofuku but the noodle soups are good and their vegetarian options are pretty numerous.The communist...
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Yelp.com Review - by Ange T.

4.0 of 5 stars. The mango mojitos here are AMAZING. Holy shiet. So damn good that after the first glass, we ordered a pitcher! If you go here, they are a MUST MUST MUST! We walked into the place with no reservations,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Christopher T.

2.0 of 5 stars. A Thai-Vietnamese outpost in Union Square that has a nice look and feel, but then stops short on the food and service. Even their own website states 'fast'..if i wanted Wendy's i would go to Staten...
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tony L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Get the Asian sangria. That, and the other cocktails here, make this place a hip restaurant to bring chatty friends to. The seats are benches without backs and the high ceilings give the dining area...
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Yelp.com Review - by Liliya M.

3.0 of 5 stars. Cafeteria Style dining done right. You're in for 45min max to chew, swallow, enjoy (ignoring neighbor to left and right*) and get out!The food and drinks are relatively reasonable, service is quick,...
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Yelp.com Review - by Irene F.

4.0 of 5 stars. OK, so given the divided opinion, I decided to take myself to lunch today and see what the dilly was, yo. And honestly, I was pleasantly surprised. Granted this was lunch/brunch, by myself, on a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Joolie T.

3.0 of 5 stars. i would have to disagree with many reviews and say, "i like this place." mainly because whenever i go in there, the staff are ultra attentive, helpful, and efficient. the service is always top notch-...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2007
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Tasty Food, good luck with the waitstaff

The food here is tasty, and very reasonable for the union sq area, but the wait staff leaves a lot to be desired. This place is not good for dates, or any time that you want to have a quiet conversation. It...
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Yelp.com Review - by Lucy l.

1.0 of 5 stars. Been here, done that. Scratch that off the list. Althou the outside appears trendy to take a look.It's always packed no matter what day. How could ppl just go there for drinks? There isn't a place...
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Yelp.com Review - by Sam L.

3.0 of 5 stars. As far as eateries go, this place is strictly run-of-the-mill for manhattan, meaning that in the suburbs this place would be a solid B but in manhattan there are plenty of other vastly superior...
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Yelp.com Review - by fernando v.

3.0 of 5 stars. Agreed that none of the items are anything to write home about. But why all the vitriol aimed at it? It doesn't bill itself as a fine dining establishment, and neither is it neighborhood-y enough...
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Yelp.com Review - by Tamara W.

3.0 of 5 stars. Went to Republic last night for a small dinner with friends. The steamed veggie dumplings were to die for, but for me that's where my meal ended. As I am on a detox right now and can't have any animal...
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2007
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More Unique but barely

I thought that with a very unique decor and environment that this place would be amazing. Their location is convenient but their food is no better than any other thai place. You pay for their rent basically....
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Well disguised fast food

This is a noodle shop. There's nothing on the menu over $10 bucks. With that in mind, YES it's loud and YES the staff is quick/abrupt but it's CHEAP! Most of the food there is good. Congratulations to Republic...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/15/2007
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Decent food, poor service

the food is a little hit or miss, but relatively decent... It's just simply not worth the exceptionally rude attitude you receive when eating there. About ten minutes after we received our food and before we...
menupages.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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Gamey Chicken

I like Republic.. but everytime i get something with chicken in it.. It tastes "gamey". But other than that, its great.
menupages.com - user review - 04/13/2007
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DON'T DO IT! CONVENIENT LOCATION, TERRIBLE ATTITUDE!

If you want mediocre food and bitchy waitresses, then you're in the right place. The only reason why this place is still in business is because of its location. Sure, Republic put some thought into their...
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Great noodle-house, marvelous sorbets

This noodle house with cafeteria-like seating serves excellent beef skewers and a marvelous selection of cocktails and sorbets (for dessert of course). Place was crowded, and the service was adequate. I was...
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Yelp.com Review - by Scarlett S.

2.0 of 5 stars. OMG, NO! Ok maybe that's a little too harsh, but after numerous visits, I'm tired of being disappointed. I have to say they are very attentive for such a restaurant that offers communal dining, but...
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Yelp.com Review - by sandy s.

3.0 of 5 stars. Tasteless and boring food after you've eaten there once or twice!Dining: the setup is communal benches, nice little rack to hang your bag, attentive servers. it can get weird if they seat a couple...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jordan C.

4.0 of 5 stars. 4 Yelp Stars. Take a bow (insert applause track). Fun, lively, casual, zippity-do-dah, yummy. That's Republic in 5 adjectives.This joint offers communal dining. And it's kinda fun. Yes, that's...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2007
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Great fusion food!

Me and my girlfriend order take out from this place frequently. We have tried all the noodles. The broth noodles are okay but the noodles without soup are excellent. I reccomend the bbq pork noodle or beef...
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Good value, quick eats

When I'm in the area and just want simple yummy noodles, i come here. The atmosphere in the restaurant is noisy given the all around concrete atmosphere. Be prepared to share a table since they will seat...
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Yelp.com Review - by Win L.

1.0 of 5 stars. Unless you are sitting at the counter, or the 2 seaters by the entrance (where everyone passes by you), expect to sit on wooden benches - reminds you of grade school cafeteria. Extremely noisy as you...
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Yelp.com Review - by Maritess Z.

2.0 of 5 stars. This is where I eat if I am desperate for Asian food and table service and I'm on the corner of 17th and Broadway and I'm too lazy to go anywhere else. This happens more often then not because I'm in...
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Fast and reliable

We order delivery from here at least once per week. The seared salmon, pork chop, and salmon soup are tasty, reliable favorites. We live on block from Wash Sq. park, and unless its a busy weekend eve, the food...
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Yelp.com Review - by Tom T.

3.0 of 5 stars. This place isn't awful. I like coming here every few months or so. The wait is never as long as it looks. People seem to cycle through pretty quick. The food is pretty cheap (for union square)....
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Yelp.com Review - by NYNewbie ..

2.0 of 5 stars. The guy sitting next to me seemed to have a lot of interesting things going on in his life. He was finally speaking to his parents again, his job was going well, and he was going on vacation soon....
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2007
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good noodles

food there is awesome and the service is quick, it's good for a quick bite.
menupages.com - user review - 03/13/2007
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fun atmosphere

my friends and i were looking for a nice place to have a drink on a friday night in union square, we ended up at republic this thai place right next to mc donalds. the drinks were amazing, the food came fast...
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Beware of C@CKROACHES in your FOOD! March 5, 2007!!!!

So my first experience at Republic was definitely the worst and last one I will ever have at this restaurant. My roommate and I strolled in on a monday night (march 5, 2007! yes this is a recent event!!). We...
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Yelp.com Review - by Julie K.

2.0 of 5 stars. I know, I know... I shouldn't go in.. better to listen to yelpers...but, it looked so cool from outside... honestly, the atmosphere inside was cooler than what I thought... I know, I know... it...
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Arthur N.

4.0 of 5 stars. Noisy and bouncy,reasonably pricedquick servicePan Asian - I had Pad Thai, co-worker had Curry Ducknoisy and bouncyfriendly and quick waitstaff
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Elizabeth P.

3.0 of 5 stars. decent, but overpriced. not a great place to go if you want to be able to hear who you're sitting next to. it kind of felt like a cafeteria in a highschool full of hipsters.
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Yelp.com Review - by Courtney P.

3.0 of 5 stars. Think noodles. Don't think too much flavor. Don't think too much taste. Think noodles. Think crowded, loud, communal and cheap. Though to give it a little credit, it was communal before that grew old,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Diana N.

2.0 of 5 stars. This place is overhyped. The food is bland. There's nothing that differentiates Republic from any other noodle shop, aside from the fact that they blast loud music inside and you have to shout...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Alison M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm starting with the cons because I don't want to end on a bad note.Cons:Loud!: Super, super loud. But everyone has already said that before, so whatever.And now, onto happier things!Pros:Tasty food....
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Yelp.com Review - by David S.

3.0 of 5 stars. I kind of like the venue, especially the modern look and the communal tables. The service was also very friendly. As far as the food goes, I tried one of their chicken noodle dishes (was it glass...
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One of my favorites....

I absolutely love this place. Every dish I've had has been excellent and worth much more than the price. In addition to the food, I had an excellent lemongrass tea the last time I was there and it was divine....
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Yelp.com Review - by serena l.

2.0 of 5 stars. i can see this as a decent lunch place to go if you work in the area (for lack of nearby good asian or noodleshops), but really the stuff is bland. and, when i asked for white pepper, the waitress...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by alli k.

3.0 of 5 stars. I don't know how I managed to escape coming to Republic until last night (don't think I had even ever noticed it before), and I'm glad I finally got to see (and taste) what all the fuss is about. I...
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Yelp.com Review - by Teddy N.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have been on a MAJOR dumpling kick lately.... must be the weather, or my raging dumpling hormones fighting for survival. Todays lunch was spent inhaling some shrimp fried wontons and vegtable...
yelp.com - user review - 01/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Wendy L.

3.0 of 5 stars. not the tastiest... nothing here is really fantastic or notable. but its a nice experience... its what i would have imagined the cafeteria at some fashion mags office to look like! nice for people...
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Chelsea J.

2.0 of 5 stars. I'm sorry. I don't care how trendy it may be, the seats are so uncomfortable. I never like to sit for the whole meal, and get really antsy and fidgety. I'd love to have something, anything, to rest my...
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Yelp.com Review - by Benjamin H.

3.0 of 5 stars. It's certainly no Wagamama, but it'll do in a pinch.
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Only spicy and non-fresh food are served

As I am allergic to spicy food, they cannot switch to other dishes for me as all the food are pre-made already. After complaining to their manager, Cynthia Fuertes, she said she didn't find the food spicy at...
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa F.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic is actually a nice looking restaurant that serves decent food. The only problem is that the space is rather loud and the wooden benches for seating are a bit uncomfortable. (Tip: Try to score...
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Yelp.com Review - by Lily T.

3.0 of 5 stars. a reliable standby when i'm looking for an affordable lunch or dinner spot somewhere in manhattan, but nothing to write home about. i pretty much always order the glass noodles, which are good, but...
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Good food, poor service

I love the food in republic but on my second visit the service was terrible. We were sitting at outside then we have changed our table. We waited for 45 minutes after we have ordered even if i told three times...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jane L.

2.0 of 5 stars. Warning to those with fish allergies: they have exactly ONE dish (appetizers, soups and entrees included) that does not have fish sauce in it: the Vegetable Soup. The tasty sounding lime soup, and...
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Yelp.com Review - by Josh G.

1.0 of 5 stars. I can pay $1 for some ramen noodles and make better-tasting noodles than this place. Complete let-down, unless you dig the whole communal-seating cafeteria vibe.
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2006
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Good Asian fusion food

I've been going to this place for over 9 years ( I think maybe 8) but anyway the food is fantatic. It's noisy (very) but you eat and get out. If the noise is not for you order take out!
citysearch.com - user review - 12/12/2006
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This is my spot

Fast. Cheap. Noisy. Good. Those words pretty much sum up this place. The food arrives almost immediately after ordering. Nothing on the menu is over $10. Not a good place to go for an intimate date [fast paced...
menupages.com - user review - 11/22/2006
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Yeah, it's noisy but it is cheap and good!

When I am out shopping in NYC Republic is almost always my lunch stop because I am usually alone, I can sit at the bar and read as I eat, hang my bag on the bar hook and enjoy a really delicious and light...
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Yelp.com Review - by Caesar E.

3.0 of 5 stars. Cool spotUsually crowdedNice inexpensive foodGreat to take your out of town friends
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Fastest Delivery in the Country

I have ordered 1000 times from Republic and honestly, it takes more time to cook anything for a regular restaurant than the time Republic takes to cook and deliver. They are the fastest without a doubt! The...
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Yelp.com Review - by Sriram K.

4.0 of 5 stars. I was eagerly anticipating my evening at Republic. Communal style seating leading to random assignment between strangers. My friend described this as fostering gregariousness. Engagement with the...
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Excellent Food

Wonderfully delicious food. Great prices! fun atmosphere! Awesome noodle pix on the wall. Most of the time the service is good. Been there more than a dozen times and I'd say the services was good 10 out of 12...
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Yelp.com Review - by Brian D.

4.0 of 5 stars. The place was decent - I was happy with what I got - and because I didnt have alcohol with the meal, it was reasonably priced. Everything was pretty quick. A good place to have a quick meal or snack.
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Yelp.com Review - by Claire A.

1.0 of 5 stars. Overrated. I can see by the reviews here that a lot of people share my opinion. I had walked past this place many times and always wanted to try it. I had also heard good things from other people...
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Yelp.com Review - by Brandon C.

3.0 of 5 stars. What an interesting concept. Oh wait, nevermind, this is a blatant ripoff of Wagamama in London.
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Yelp.com Review - by Abhay K.

1.0 of 5 stars. Blah. Crappy food and crappy service. It's also packed and loud. I have nothing really good to say about this place. Skip it and move your Thai-craved self to Kobma on Hudson and 12th.
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle L.

3.0 of 5 stars. At Republic, your martini will cost as much as your (fairly decent) noodle dinner. Skip the martini, and the price will be right.Otherwise, Republic's perfectly adequate food, low-priced dishes, quick...
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Yelp.com Review - by Shanna B.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love this place! The beef w/ angel hair noodles is soooo yummy! I like the fact that its in Union Square so I can sit, eat noodles, and people watch!
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Yelp.com Review - by Marie C.

2.0 of 5 stars. What the hell happened to this place? I used to come here for weekend lunches once in awhile years ago and the noodles were good and the drinks were amazing. Went back a few times over the summer...
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Yelp.com Review - by Herman S.

4.0 of 5 stars. So I looked at the other reviews and it seems the most common complaint about this place is that it's extremely noisy inside. I guess the management must've read these same complaints and made a...
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Yelp.com Review - by Natalia J.

2.0 of 5 stars. Whatever it was I ordered (it was green), I couldn't finish it because it tasted terrible. Not worth the wait, or my money.
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Yelp.com Review - by John M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Call me an opium addicted Communist, but I liked it. Very affordable considering it's in Union Sq. The rumors about it being loud are true and the atmosphere is what we'll call minimalist to be nice....
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Overthrow the Republic!!! Mediocre food at bargain prices.

Republics atmosphere is about as conducive to dining as the subway at rush hour is to taking a nap. The food is a notch or two below franchises like Lemongrass. Republics Pad Thai, loved by the New York...
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Mediocre food at bargain prices

Republic's atmosphere is about as conducive to dining as the subway at rush hour is to taking a nap. Republic's Pad Thai, loved by the New York Magazine food critic, was mediocre but it is cheap. However cheap...
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Try the seared salmon

Been here many times but when i came last saturday i tried the seared salmon with curried rice. IT IS SOOOOOOOOO GOOD. Huge pc of tasty salmon on curried rice with come cucumber and carrots.It's only $9!! I...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/17/2006
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Cure for the common cold

The oncoming frigid weather makes me crave one thing only: a hot bowl of soupy noodles at Republic in Union Square. The restaurant is enormous, by New York standards, but not austere in the least: ultra low...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/14/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by L S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Great place for lunch. Good amount of selection. Plenty of seats :) trendy cafeteria with waiters :P
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Crowded and very loud. Food is average but prices are friendly.

Had dinner here with a group of 11 on a Friday night. It was so loud that at least half of us had to repeat our orders. The left side of this page says "Special Features: Romantic". I would beg to differ....
citysearch.com - user review - 09/10/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Alfonso E.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great people watching joint during the happening hours. I mean it -- watch is all you can do, for an inability to hear anything underneath the wall of sound. Great place to practice pretending you...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2006
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What Happened?

Republic used to be so good - the food was flavorful, reliable, and quick. Now it's...just quick. Curried duck noodles don't have that special flavor kick anymore. Pad thai is all sprouts, very little noodles...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/06/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Vikash G.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic has taught me that communism is like a cheap meal with an expensive drink. This meal is consumed in a noisy environment on a long bench with fellow comrades (be they friends or strangers)....
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Location, location, location...

Republic is consistently decent/good. You get what you know and you know what you get. The location can't be beat and the prices are good. My wife and I had an nice afternoon snack/early dinner of two noodle...
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Yelp.com Review - by Amanda M.

2.0 of 5 stars. Whatever you do, stick to the noodles. I ordered a sashimi salad and seaweed salad for lunch yesterday, and have been keeling over in pain since. The seaweed salad tasted horrible - I threw it out...
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Yelp.com Review - by Peter A.

4.0 of 5 stars. Yes its loud in here. Yes it can get cramped. Yes its not a good date spot, but for some reason I'm drawn to this place. I don't know why...perhaps its the fact that I know its a cafeteria style...
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Fabulous!

This place is really good if you are looking for a good meal for an excellent price. This is definitely one of those places where you order your "usual" because you are going to find a dish you really like and...
menupages.com - user review - 08/26/2006
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...i always seem to wind up here... by nina g. at InsiderPages

so it's loud, trendy and the waiters won't let you look at their fun computerized devices that they use to take your order, but i always seem to wind up here. they make good noodle soups (but for some annoying...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/16/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Akino T.

2.0 of 5 stars. Why is this place so popular? I dont get it. The food seems to me like Chinese take out style thai. Granted if what you want is chinese takeout then thats fine but that wasnt what i was looking for....
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Yelp.com Review - by Sarah R.

3.0 of 5 stars. Haha, I came here for my birthday. Enjoyed a half an hour wait to get seated and was very cramped. It seemed like the next to table to us was only a foot away. So much for privacy. It was pretty noisy...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2006
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Speedy service is most noticeable

Convenient to all fauxhemian hangouts and offers a solid menu. however, the best part is that its surprisingly fast...good for if you're making a movie.
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Yelp.com Review - by Ben W.

2.0 of 5 stars. You ain't ever heard noisy, until you step foot into this fairly good Vietnamese place. It is almost impossible to have a conversation over the din of yelling people all trying to be heard. If they...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by jo w.

3.0 of 5 stars. my initial reaction was that it reminded me of the kind of place i hated in san francisco. deliberately hip decor, branded napkins, pan-asian fusion -- bleargh. but it was the hottest day of the...
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Important to go at the right time...

Republic has excellent food, is centrally located right on Union Square NW, is perfect for a mixed c...
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Yelp.com Review - by Kim N.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've never been to a place like this, atmosphere-wise. Its very loud inside, making it hard to concentrate on the task at hand - picking the right dish to eat. I've been here a couple of times and I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Anita C.

3.0 of 5 stars. Took my out of town friends here and they were sooo impressed. The space is pretty cool, and it's fun for a quick, inexpensive, casual dinner. Great location for starting a night out on the town.My...
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Kids are a no no

I've been going to Republic for seven years now and I took my two year old son one day. Not only did they refuse to give me any milk but they charged me full price ($9) for plain udon noodles - no broth,...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/11/2006
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Republi-Can't

The food here is lousy, I'm sorry. The service is slow and otherwise unremarkable. The ambiance is that of an annoying dance club. Avoid.
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Great experience every time I go

I have been to Republic more times than I can remember. I've never had to wait for a table, the servers are nice and friendly, and my water is always filled. The Pad Thai and the Vietnamese vegetable noodles...
menupages.com - user review - 07/04/2006
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Becoming a favorite hang out spot

Since Union Square is 1 of my favorite hang out spots and place to be, I walked by Republic dozen of times before. It was just like any other restaurants in the area. One day, my niece asked me to go, so I...
menupages.com - user review - 06/29/2006
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Spinach noodles

I agree with the last reviewer that discussed finding a dish that you like and sticking with it. I order spinach noodles every time, and they're always the best dish that any of my friends have ordered. I say...
menupages.com - user review - 06/27/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Anita C.

3.0 of 5 stars. Its cafeteria style...sorta creeped me out. Asian sangria was really good and the dumplings were tasty. The tofu dishes were not impressive AT ALL! My friend's salmon dish was good though. I liked the...
yelp.com - user review - 06/27/2006
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Find a Favorite

The trick with this restaurant is to find a favorite dish and stick with it. I've been multiple times and can't help but order the same great treat - the Salmon broth noodle dish - it is out of this world and...
menupages.com - user review - 06/21/2006
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Great Foof

I love this place. I frequent al whole lot. Almost everyone I bring here loves it as well. Go you'll love it
citysearch.com - user review - 06/20/2006
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Good noodle bar, not great selection of dishes

I used to really like this restaurant, but last time we were there, about 1 month ago, I really was annoyed with it. I always really enjoyed the duck noodle bowl, but since I am now vegetarian, I was stuck...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/18/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Forrest W.

3.0 of 5 stars. I have consistently gone to this place the last 6 years. It has good service and it is definitely fast. However, if you do not enjoy cookie-cutter type style appetizers and entrees, this place sure...
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terrible environment

I like the food here, and especially the limeade. It's cheap, it's fast, and all sorts o good thing...
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Yelp.com Review - by Mikey N.

1.0 of 5 stars. This place has below par food.... service is okay... we had a really rude server.. what a MFER! But the bar is cool! =)
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2006
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Good food served fast

I've eaten at republic twice, ordered the pad thai once, and some rice and chicken dish the other time. the rice dish was definitely a little dry, but the pad thai was pretty tasty. the best thing is that the...
menupages.com - user review - 05/28/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Sean B.

3.0 of 5 stars. The appetizer I had (a shrimp dish) was fantastic. Alas, my chicken and rice had about as much taste as well, a bowl of white rice. yes, they somehow managed to take flavor out of the chicken-...
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Place to eat fast and move on ...

I've came here with different people twice, and on both accounts the food was decent, though never great. I remembered the eggplant app was charred nicely, but the sauces was missing something. Same thing with...
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Disappointing service, appalling food

Had easily the worst dining experience ever at Republic. Inexperienced waitstaff was unprepared to offer menu choices: "I'm a vegetarian so I have no idea on any meat dishes." Beyond that: the group was...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/22/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Sam P.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is one of those places that everyone either loves or hates. It's very popular with the NYU crowd considering the location, and as you can all see, it's gotten very mixed reviews. I avoided the...
yelp.com - user review - 05/15/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Alice J.

1.0 of 5 stars. The couple times I have dined here, the place never fails to be extremely busy and incredibly noisy. The shared tables, dark room, and rushed service makes me question the cleanliness of the...
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Yelp.com Review - by Helen C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Back in the day when I was a poor college student in New York I would come here for the cheap eats. It wasn't the tastiest food but it was in a convenient area and it was fast. The "Think Noodles"...
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2006
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Pretty darn good

Yeah man the food is pretty darn good. and the prices are awesome. the service sucks a big fat one, but its worth it to me cuz of the value. i like hte photos on the wall. ppl look cool w/ noodles wrapped...
menupages.com - user review - 04/22/2006
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Disappointing.

I had been meaning to try this place for a while, but when I finally made it there I was less than pleased. I ate a few bites of the tofu miso udon soup I ordered and was shocked at how bland it was. The wait...
menupages.com - user review - 04/21/2006
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Delicious Marinated Salmon rice dish

Republic's seared marinated salmon on curry rice is DELICIOUS. Their pad thai is mediocre, the fried wontons are good, and their seafood broth noodle dish is ok and filling. The salmon is what keeps me coming...
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Yelp.com Review - by Loretta C.

2.0 of 5 stars. What can I say? I really didn't enjoy my food. At all. I don't even think I want to give them another chance, despite what several other reviewers are saying.As for the way Republic is designed, I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Yoshiko O.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love sea food noodle they have. Don't like sharing table, but price is good.
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Cheap and fun

Went for a quick dinner on Friday. It was packed, but we were seated and served fast. The food is good and cheap; the atmosphere is fun - a bit trendy, but not too much of a scene; and I liked the communal...
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Love this place!

COME ON PEOPLE! Some people need to stay away from restaurants and need to cook at home and chill out. I live in the East Village and a regular at this restaraunt.I read some of the reviews and I am shocked. I...
menupages.com - user review - 03/31/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Faithy L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic is like mashing a cafeteria with a trendy gay bar. The food is fine, though sometimes too watery in their dishes that has no soup in it. Prices are good. A good place to refuel after...
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Yelp.com Review - by camilla c.

3.0 of 5 stars. Whenever I want a good quick meal, or craving Asian brothy noodles, or meeting someone for a casual, affordable lunch, I go to Republic. It's a good space with communal tables and huge b&w...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2006
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Don't Understand Why It's Popular

Well, maybe I do. It is very cheap compared to other restaurants in Union Square (like Union Square...
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Need to turn the music down...

The Republic offers great value with great size portions that are filling but not excessive. Given the moderate prices, I'd steer away from some of the meat items, as the price tag translates into cheaper...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/19/2006
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worst place in NY

I think this place may be the worst restaurant I have ever been to in NY. I had the spicy beef noodle soup and my friend had the seafood noodles and both were simply inedible. The biggest surprise is that...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/19/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Luis C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I agree, this is not the place to go on your first date. But I really don't have a problem sharing the table with others, its actually fun and its part of the concept of this restaurant. I love it...
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First time and I will be back

After reading the other reviews I was a bit apprehensive about the service. However we were seated immediately and orders taken promptly. One thing I always judge a service on is the water glass and how full...
menupages.com - user review - 03/15/2006
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Want good Asian food? Go to Chinatown

Honestly, this place is more about the ambience. The appetizers we had, one was shrimp, the other, salmon... tasted exactly the same. Sweet and sour. The chicken udon was just disgusting. The waitress "warned"...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/13/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Jase E.

3.0 of 5 stars. Come here to be hip.The food is pan-asian fusion (meaning a lot of asian flavors, not specializing in one) and slightly over-priced. I'll admit some of the flavors are unique; and some in a good way...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Emily K.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic is loud and not the ideal place for romantic dates or conversation, but it's got a nice ambiance -- some people complain about the set-up of the tables in the benches, but it adds a nice...
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We will not be going back

We went to what used to be one of my favorite restaurants in NYC on Feb. 20th. The food is still good and the prices are reasonable. However, the service can best be described as surly. Folks, you are in a...
menupages.com - user review - 02/22/2006
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delivery

I order for delivery fairly often and while the service is super quick and food good and chea, the staff that takes the orders is consistently abrupt. Today I placed a lunch order and the guy hung up on me...
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Yelp.com Review - by Danielle V.

4.0 of 5 stars. Very noisy and crowded, but fun for alunch. Noodles are the way to go here, and I'm a fan of their pad thai, surprised how many people actually don't like this place. Of course it's not a date spot...
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Yelp.com Review - by Gabriel S.

1.0 of 5 stars. A medium cool concept coupled with bland execution yields neither hipster cool nor divey delicious. Probably ok for someone who has never had noodles before, say, an Amazonian tribesman, Tuareg...
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Yelp.com Review - by Tracy T.

3.0 of 5 stars. good for casual dining. good fried wontons. coconut crusted shrimp was good, although very tiny dish. spicy beef broth noodles was wwwaaaayy to spicy.glass noodles will warm you right up on a cold...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2006
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User review by littlebella25

went there last night with a group that started out as three and ended up as seven. they didn't ocmplain about moving us (actually suggested so themselves) VERY nice waitress..the music is too loud, the noodle...
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Yelp.com Review - by Diana B.

2.0 of 5 stars. Very uncomfortable seats, yes.
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Not recommended

I am amazed on how packed this place gets. Why? I do not know. I am still trying to figure out. The food is NOT that good. The pad thai was ok. There are by far, better thai places in NYC. The only thing good...
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Yelp.com Review - by miz m.

2.0 of 5 stars. I am SO not fond of this place. It's a sad subpar rip-off of the UK's Wagamama's--even down to the digital ordering system the waiters use and the communal seating. I once got the worst food poisoning...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Tara S.

3.0 of 5 stars. There's a lot of buzz about this place, or at least there was when I lived in Union Square but I just don't get the appeal. There's nothing too fabulous about the food. The decor is overdone, they...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2006
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Poor Service

I always forget that I vow to never go back to Republic (probably because the food is good/cheap/quick), and each time I regret going. The attitude from the staff is staggering. One time I tried to complain to...
menupages.com - user review - 01/11/2006
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The best noodles I had in the US

The noodles I had was supurb. But the service was poor. There were too many customers and therefore too noisy for me to enjoy the food. I went to the restroom after I paid the bill. After I came back (like 3...
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Not a romantic date atmosphere

Good thing i wasnt on a romantic date. I could barely hear from friend talk. Service was ok. Waitress was nice, just waited a little too long to put the drink order in. I ordered the pad thai. They need to...
menupages.com - user review - 01/10/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Michael c.

3.0 of 5 stars. Not bad, not good,,,, dont bring a date here, unless you plan on going on a date with 10 other people,,, 5th grade lunch room style seating, VERY noisy. but the coconut milk noodle soup is really...
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Yelp.com Review - by Liz C.

4.0 of 5 stars. It's got the bar with modern lighting and the eclectic eats in one - admittedly pretentious in both regards, it still offers up a decent menu at a great price, a pretty cool atmosphere, and a view of...
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Yelp.com Review - by - -.

3.0 of 5 stars. great service and great food! but its not the best place to carry a conversation. the acoustics in the restaurant are not suitable for a first date.
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Spice north

The food here is pretty good, but the classic standby dishes are better than the more exotic fare. The place is very cute and has a pleasant atmosphere, but as other reviewers noted, it can get quite crowded...
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Yelp.com Review - by Amy W.

3.0 of 5 stars. Republic is one of the first "trendy" noodle shops. It's sleek and contemporary. I prefer the small plates like the grilled calamari and the chicken satay sticks. Located in the heart of Union...
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Too noisy and uncomfortable

The food is OK and the price is cheap. However, the portion is quite small. It's very noisy, you have to scream to your friends. The seats are very close together, so privacy is limited. I would not go there...
menupages.com - user review - 12/15/2005
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This place is great!

I love this place. Try the spicy duck broth noodles...they are amazing! Soooo good. The atmosphere and service was great too. My friends and I frequent this place for a reason...the food is delicious, the...
menupages.com - user review - 12/13/2005
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Not as good as other noodle spots

Because this place is as trendy as it is, and because it has been described as 'cafeteria-like,' I decided to judge its worthiness on a standard dish that every noodle place should have down pat, rather than...
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Green Tea Ice Cream

True, it is a bit loud and the cafeteria-style seating isn't the most comfortable...but the Green Tea Ice Cream is awesome! I've never had any "subpar" food at Republic, the prices are extremely reasonable,...
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Prepare to lose your hearing

This restaurant is great in the sense that the food is good, cheap and well presented. BUT, it is like eating inside a garage while a band is rehearsing. Conversation is pretty much impossible.
menupages.com - user review - 12/06/2005
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Get over it

Republic is great. Not only is it great food, it's very reasonably priced. Although there isn't much elbow room, the atmosphere more than makes up for it. It's a happening place...if you want to have a...
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Not recommended

After always passing by this trendy Chinese/Noodle restaurant we decided to check it out. They seat too many people at the tables. I was literally hanging off the edge of my chair. I did not have any elbow...
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Not recommended

They seated us--a group of 5--at a table CLEARLY meant for only 4 people! My friend ended up hanging off the end of the table while I was squished up against the wall in order to give my friend in the middle...
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cafeteria style but oh so good

This is another one of my favorite restaurants. You gotta try the seared/marinated salmon, coconut shrimp and the ultimate a glass of hot cider....to die for...the place is more of a communal setting...so you...
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25-30 year olds

That's what age group would best fit in here. My husband and I went to this place for dinner and drinks along with 3 other couples with whom we went to college with years ago. The food was tasty considering...
menupages.com - user review - 10/23/2005
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Nice atmosphere, subpar food

Republic might have a nice atmosphere, and be in hip union square, but the food is not so good. I ordered the Pad Thai and I don't know why people say it was good, but I strongly disagree. The food is not...
menupages.com - user review - 10/22/2005
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Good, Affordable, and quick food

I love having Republic on a rainy day! Amazingly fast delivery and tasty food is always welcome in my book. If you order Repulic expecting 5 star food I might understand the apathetic feeling, otherwise this...
menupages.com - user review - 10/12/2005
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Yelp.com Review - by Erin D.

3.0 of 5 stars. Trendy Thai joint that will impress your out-of-town friends and keep you from having to venture too far from Union Square. This place gets extremely crowded, so be prepared to share a table with...
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One of my favorites

One of my friends introduced this place to me last summer, and I've been back a number of times since. Yes, it can get incredibly crowded and noisy (although it never seems to rise above a din), but the food...
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Two's company obviously..

Waiting staff refused to seat our party of 4 outside, (seating area outside was empty), as they want couples only to sit outside... The music was far too loud to sit inside so our party was separated during...
menupages.com - user review - 09/20/2005
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Best Value For Delivery!

You can't beat their food and quick delivery. I love all of the broth noodles especially. Eating in can be a little noisey, but the service is always great.
menupages.com - user review - 09/19/2005
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Noodles Glaore! by Jayne D. at InsiderPages

Republic may look a bit daunting at first. The restaurant looks like an ultra hip, modern loft with photos of beautiful people on the walls. However, it is a very inexpensive place with a creative take on...
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Yelp.com Review - by Gourmet G.

3.0 of 5 stars. One of the hottest restaurants in Union Square, but this is not the place to go for a quiet romantic rendezvous. Uncomfortably hard benches surround communal, lunch-hall tables, so there's no privacy,...
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Very cool place

Putting you out of your comfort zone as you sit next to a complete stranger, this place has a great vibe and the intriguing art of humans draped in noodles. Fast seating was a plus yet the air conditioning...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/14/2005
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Hip Trendy & Mediocre Asian Food

I love all sorts of Asian food usually, but I think the flavoring of the food here is rather mediocre although the ingredients are of decent quality. The waitstaff is way too flippant about the level of...
menupages.com - user review - 08/03/2005
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Not recommended

Yes, the portions are large but the food leaves something to be desired. I am not sure who said the pad thai here is so great but I strongly disagree. The vegetable dumplings to start were delicious but that's...
menupages.com - user review - 08/03/2005
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great food, great prices

This place is very similar to UK's Wagamama. The food is Asian-inspired and priced very well. Both establishments also have communal seating. I'm a huge fan of the Pad Thai, Steamed Dumplings and the Curry...
menupages.com - user review - 07/24/2005
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Elbows?

Sometimes a wait to sit down... the food is great! Mix a lil swanky atmosphere in & it's fun for groups although can get loud in there! Community sitting leaves a bit to be desired... especially when it's so...
menupages.com - user review - 07/02/2005
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Best Pad Thai

Republic's Pad Thai rocks! It's cheap, and super fast. I've tried other things on the menu, but the Pad Thai is by far their best plate!
menupages.com - user review - 04/21/2005
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Great noodles

Great noodles at a great price. I had Chicken Pad Thai, my girlfriend had coconut chicken broth, and both were excellent. The fried wonton appetizers are worth devouring and we enjoyed both the sorbet and...
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Fast, good noodles

This place serves great interesting noodles. The atmosphere is hip and the drinks are pretty good. Great location - middle of Union Square, and the service is fast although you may have to wait on the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/22/2005
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Great times and great noodles!

This was one of the best times I had in New York. The food was great, the staff was fun and the atmosphere was unlike some of the other places I had visited. I enjoyed the communal seating in the back, it was...
menupages.com - user review - 03/15/2005
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A favourite of mine

It's true... the atmosphere leaves a lot to be desired. You can hardly hear the people in your party, BUT the photos on the walls are very creative/interesting, and the communal-style bench seating sparks...
menupages.com - user review - 02/14/2005
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BEWARE VEGETARIANS!!!

beware vegetarians! republic doesn't offer a single vegetarian option on their menu. their menu is quite deceptive, for they seem to have some vegetarian dishes (the "vegetable soup," for example), where meat...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/05/2005
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Fun in Union Square...

Republic is ALWAYS busy from lunch to dinner... but beware because this place is a well-oiled machine. The hostess sat three of us for lunch at a table for four with one other patron who was just paying his...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/22/2004
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quick and decent food

My friends and I picked this as a convenient sitdown place that isn't too expensive. The menu is pretty decently price, and the service is fast and friendly. However, the food, while fresh and nicely prepared,...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/19/2004
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average food, horrendous service

The food is acceptable, though the noise level when it's crowded is second only to Gonzo in the West Village--don't go there with quiet friends! But the seater had a major attitude problem. I went to the...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/18/2004
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I love this place!

I go to Republic often. I like to go with friends after shopping or hanging out, the food is so restorative. It's also a great place to take a magazine, sit by yourself and have a bowl of soup. I'm never...
menupages.com - user review - 12/07/2004
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Pomegrante elixir

Once you get beyond the somewhat moody hostess, service is great! Having one of the tropical mixed drinks while you wait is a big help. I second the last review - I love the pork chops/rice and appetizers,...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/22/2004
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Yum

I really enjoyed this restaurant. The wait was extremely short, and we were a party of six, though we did get there mid-afternoon. The food was delicious, and it came out very quickly. The prices are so cheap,...
menupages.com - user review - 11/20/2004
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Don't sit too long...

Republic is geared for NYU students and there's a reason why there are benches - they don't want you to get too comfy... Still, food is good and prices are very reasonable. Love their pork chops on rice and...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/18/2004
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Try the Chicken Udon!

Try the chicken udon! I have seen too many people pass on this dish because the waitstaff warns them about it (the spinach sauce turns everything green) but you are missing out if you haven't tried it. This...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2004
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Atmosphere bad, food is great

I took my pet here and the staff was very nice about letting him stay on the floor in his hood and leash. I had three or four appetizers and they were delicious. But the place was just too loud, especially the...
menupages.com - user review - 09/16/2004
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Be prepared to share your table

The food here was actually not too bad. The vibe was mostly pretentious and hipster oriented. If that's your thing then go for it. You WILL end up having to share a table with another couple or group of...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/18/2004
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Cheap, yet chic

Republic is trendy. Republic is loud. Republic can is inexpensive. Lots of bang for your buck. However, if you sit inside, the noise and the music are too loud and prohibit you from having a good conversation....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/14/2004
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Delicious, cheap and a little hip

Reminds me of my experiences in Asia- flavorful food, huge portions and not too expensive. I've been several times; twice my companion and I were seated with other people, the last time we had our own table....
menupages.com - user review - 08/09/2004
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Good But They've Got Nothing on Wagamama

I've been to many noodle-bar restaurants and the one I've enjoyed the most to date in America is Republic. Their food is great, service is simple and fast and the bar is well-stocked and service is flash if...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/21/2004
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just fine

people who don't like the noise and the fact that you may not be at a table all alone often don't frequent this place...which is perfect. the result is a fun (and maybe even tipsy) younger contingent who love...
menupages.com - user review - 05/04/2004
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Great food, not a date place

This place is just too loud. It's got high school cafeteria style seating and everyone is screaming. The food is good and a decent value, but you're better off just getting it delivered. Wait staff is rushed...
menupages.com - user review - 04/19/2004
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Delicious, and tragically hip

Republic is a Union Square institution, so it is a must-try, but be aware that there are provisos to enjoying your dinner there. The food is absolutely delicious and reasonably priced, especially for this...
menupages.com - user review - 04/19/2004
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great price, great food

the pad thai's, pork and beef dishes, and sashimi salad are all very good! great price, fast food. you might have to wait long for fri/sat night.
menupages.com - user review - 02/08/2004
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Crave worthy

I'm not one to have cravings for certains foods, as I find all food a fun experience. But I have actual had MAJOR cravings for Republic's glass noodles. Maybe it's the fresh flavor, maybe it's the $8 price...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/04/2004
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Vegetarians Beware!

The restaurant servers were great! Nice people. But nothing on the menu indicated that there would be a problem for a vegetarian such as myself. I checked with the server, as I usually do, and there is fish...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/23/2004
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inconsistent but some great items

Though some of the items on the menu aren't as great as others, this is still my favorite Union Square restaurant. I've taken to going there every Monday after a long day of work for the fabulous wontons and...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/17/2004
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Great!

This place has wonderful food for the right price! You must try the Glass Noodles!
citysearch.com - user review - 12/22/2003
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Worth a look

Given the prices in the city, this place is worth a look if you are hunting for a cheap meal in a somewhat funky yet social setting. Service is patchy in true NYC style - I don't know why we must tip for bad...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/21/2003
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WHAT?

I have only what thing to say about this place: "What? I can't hear you"
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2003
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Overpriced Noodles

Hip decor do not make a good restaurant. The staff are prompt and courteous and the decor is edgy and modern and minimal but the food is nothing more than overpriced noodle fare which could be bought at half...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/11/2003
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Nowhere else to go?

Not a bad place to go if you're around Union Square and have no clue where else to go. Nothing stands out but nothing's horrendous either.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/06/2003
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Be aware!

THe food is good and the price is better. But be aware of its INNOVATIVE dishes (eg. Dish 20 on the menu). What is it anyway? Appraently, the waiter knows it too - he warned me about the dish. Overall...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/04/2003
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Hip to the max

The curry duck noodles and the pad thai are really amazing. You get a huge bowl for a reasonable price. The lychee martini is also good, but stay away from the Asian sangria. Even though you may share a table...
menupages.com - user review - 07/20/2003
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why bother?

Avoid this place if possible! The mediocre food is not worth the wait or the money. The atmosphere is loud, uncomfortable (with bench seating), and makes it impossible to converse with your dining companions....
citysearch.com - user review - 06/02/2003
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Overpriced chinese noodle

This place might be good for those who never tried any asian noodle places. Nice atmosphere and hip staff. However, food is very overrated. This is type of noodle you can easily get from any asian noodle...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/16/2003
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A little privacy, please.

Okay, the food was very good. I ordered a chicken noodle dish which was a bit too sublte for me. The cilantro, lemongrass and challots saved it. My friend ordered the curry duck noodle soup which was great....
citysearch.com - user review - 04/22/2003
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fast and good

everything i've tried here so far is great - from the salmon broth, and also the cold spinach noodles, the grilled beef over noodles and the rice dishes - everything's good. as for the appetizers, i like the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/22/2003
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Eh

A great value but expect to get what you pay for. The service is fast but the place is always packed and loud.
menupages.com - user review - 03/19/2003
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Noisy and tasteless

If you're looking for a place to eat tasteless noodles while you scream at your dinner companions to be heard this is the place to go. I am not sure why this place is so popular and trendy. The vegetable...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/17/2003
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Too noisy

The food was pleasant enough. But the atmosphere is way too trendy and loud. You are seated on benches next to other trendy diners. If you don't really care about their conversation, tough. You have no other...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2003
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Tourist Trap / Crap

My experience of Republic is essentialy a tourist trap serving pretty ordinary food. The beef I ordered was questionable to say the least, the cow (big assumption) must have died of old age. I couldn't cut it...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/03/2003
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Pricey chinatown noodles..

Food wasn't anything special here and not worth the money, seems like chinatown food with a little twist. I'd rather troop over to chinatown pay a quarter of the price and get a hotter bowl of noodles.
citysearch.com - user review - 03/01/2003
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Ordinary in Trendy Clothing

While it's definitely one of the more reasonably priced options on Union Square, and the service is pleasant and prompt, Republic's accolades basically stop there. The atmosphere is run-of-the-mill sterile...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/27/2003
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Good cheap food.

I've gone to this place a number of times for takeout only. The orders always come out very quickly. The vegetable dumplings are delish, as is their duck soup. Everything in the takeout bag is always perfectly...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/06/2003
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Cheap, fast food

Perfect if you're in the mood to grab something relatively quick after shopping in Union Square, or right before a movie. Bottom line, it's cheap. The food is not a knock-out; the selections are somewhat...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/20/2003
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Think Oodles of Chic for the Cheaps

This Union Square standby is where I take friends or co-workers if we want incredibly cheap eats and drinks not making a dent in the wallet. The best compliment is from my foodie friend who says for the price...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2003
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Good food, great price

Very delicious asian inflected food, incredible prices, fast service. Great bang for the buck!
citysearch.com - user review - 12/08/2002
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Noodle?

One of the first restaurants I tried when I moved here, and still one of my favorites. It is usually crowded and noisy, but I prefer to say that it is "lively." Great food, quick service.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/10/2002
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Slurpable Noodles!

Delicious noodles of all types shapes and varieties. Excellent appetiziers. Don't go on a first date, since the place is always crowded and noisy.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/05/2002
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Cheap Food.

Where else can you go and have a meal and a drink for $15? Food is good, atmosphere is great (if you don't mind the cafeteria style seating). Its always crowded, but never a wait to be seated.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2002
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A Big Fave

I don't understand why there isn't a blazing chorus of praise for this place -- don't NYU students have time to write reviews? This is easily one of the best deals in the city, in an environment that may be a...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/28/2002
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It'll do.

I definitely frequented Republic often during my first few weeks in the city, but that's just because I didn't know where else to go. The food is good enough, but a little pricey for what it is... the only...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/27/2002
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this place annoys and disappoints

i've now given this place 3 tries and it has failed on every one. the atmosphere is annoying, loud, "trendy" and the food is so bland. plus, it takes an hour just to hail down a waiter. it is cheap, though.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/08/2002