Union Cafe, Allston
7 people recommendvia r/boston7 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Union Cafe in Allston draws breakfast recommendations for its shredded hash browns, which two diners praise. Value is less clear-cut: one calls it a cheaper favorite, another places brunch in the middle price range, and a third says it is not a bargain diner. A former resident remembers it as a favorite. It suits someone seeking shredded potatoes rather than assuming every local diner serves them.
Address
@UNION, 174 Harvard Ave, Boston, MA 02134
At a glance
- Signature dishes
- Shredded hash browns
- Best for
- Breakfast
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/Ask-a-Walrus in r/boston · Aug 2026variety
One commenter says Union in Allston is the sole spot they have found for shredded hash browns.
- Recommendsu/MarimbaMan07 in r/boston · Dec 2023
Named as a brunch pick.
- Recommendsu/biznisss in r/boston · Dec 2023variety
Suggested for mid-priced brunch or lunch that suits a broad crowd.
- Recommendsu/LlwynogBlogs in r/boston · Aug 2026taste
Agrees Union makes the best hash browns and says they love them.
- Recommendsu/KageRageous in r/boston · Mar 2025taste
A commenter praises the Harvard Ave branch in Allston, though they note it is not a cheap diner-style spot.
- Recommendsu/bookyface in r/boston · Apr 2024
Calls it a long-time favorite from when they lived in Boston.
- Recommendsu/fromesays in r/boston · Jan 2024value
Calls Union one of their less expensive favorites.
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