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... More

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 broth noodles and cold noodles. Definately try the grilled calamari skewers and for vegetarians, try the Vietnamse Vegetable Cold Noodles! YUM! PROS: Cheap, Decor, Service CONS: No substitution allowed with menu.
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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.

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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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... More

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 Square...check one out.
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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... More

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 is modern and hip, and the service is friendly!
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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... More

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 reason, you can't change the noodles) and the service is really fast, and everything is more or less under $10.
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Go at 8pm, and the whole world is there, all dresed in hipster black. Great place to hang with friends, very reasonable food (esp for Union Sq) and great jugs of drinks. Been there many times, ... More

Go at 8pm, and the whole world is there, all dresed in hipster black. Great place to hang with friends, very reasonable food (esp for Union Sq) and great jugs of drinks. Been there many times, never disappointed. Pros: lychee martinis. Need I say more Cons: Can get very noisy
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Had the duck curry noodles -- a heaping portion, but unfortunatlely, it was very oily, and nothing special. I've had better meals at Spice for the same price. the food definitely felt heavier than... More

Had the duck curry noodles -- a heaping portion, but unfortunatlely, it was very oily, and nothing special. I've had better meals at Spice for the same price. the food definitely felt heavier than how i'd imagined it when i decided to order it. The host this afternoon wasn't exactly helpful, and the server was very slow and gave me the check a moment after giving me my entree... Not exactly rude, but definitely lacking a little tact. Pros: bustling, located just off of union square Cons: average food... average service
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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... More

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 glasses. The spicy beef broth noodle soup is a favorite of mine. If you do not like cilantro, warn your waiter. Service tends to be spotty for my visits: prime time hours, wait staff are pretty busy and don't pay enough attention to you. I've taken several friends here and they leave pretty happy with the dishes. I would encourage the management to work on waiter service and walk around asking customers about their experiences, it *definitely* needs improvement. Pros: Fusion dishes, value for your money, fast delivery of food to table after ordering Cons: Too loud (please add something to the walls), wait staff not too attentive.
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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... More

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 ever, not to mention the most revolting green tea on earth. But i think that the most interesting aspect of the visit wasn't the food it was the service. Our waiter never returned to the table to see if everything was ok, or to offer refills, or anything like that. The host, when approached, was a smart a** and the manager never came to the table to fix anything or apologize. I come from a food background and i would have to say that this whole incident was miss handled from the beginning. Pros: looks good on the outside. Cons: everything! STAY AWAY
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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... More

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 those are my favs - Summertime at republic is the best because they have outdoor seating - great people watching around the park and a nice place to sit and read while you chow down. Indoor seating involves you sitting down at cafeteria style tables with strangers - it isnt great but its not a deal breaker - All this talk about Republic is making me want some - hmmm....think i may head over there now and pick something up...holllerrrrrrr Pros: foods fresh fast cheap and delicious Cons: seating situation is not ideal
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