Union Special Menu (Update 2025)

Union Special is a charming bakery-café located in Raleigh, NC, known for its delightful offerings that cater to all tastes. The menu shines with a variety of mains, from the hearty Market Hash featuring Yukon Gold Potatoes and sunny eggs to the indulgent Hot Ham Sandwich, layered with Black Forest ham and bacon-braised cabbage. Vegetarian options like the Hot Vegan Sandwich are crafted with roasted sweet potatoes and sprouted greens, ensuring that no one is left out.

  • Kids' Menu: Simple yet satisfying PB&J for the little ones.
  • Irresistible Sides: Don’t miss the house-made sausage and Carolina Kettle Chips.

Customers rave about the warm atmosphere and friendly staff, highlighting their flavorful sandwiches and pastries. As one satisfied patron stated, "You can feel the love oozing out of every bite." Join the locals who embrace what makes Union Special extraordinary – it’s a perfect spot for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy coffee break.

MAINS

The Union Egg Sandwich

Scrambled Eggs, Fontina Cheese, Hash Brown, Romesco on our Brioche Bun Served with a Side Salad

$9.50

Chicken Salad Sandwich

Shredded Chicken, Duke's Mayo, Celery, Onion, Lettuce, Tomato, Toasted Croissant Roll.

$11.00

Grown Up Grilled Cheese

Collard Green Pesto, Fontina Cheese, Sharp Cheddar, Pepper Jelly

$10.00

BLT Sandwich

Chow Chow Aioli, Hot House Tomatoes on Toasted Sandwich SourdoughServed with a Side Salad

$12.00

Turkey Melt Sandwich

Fresh Roasted Turkey, Bacon, Gruyere, Crisp Apples, Arugula, and Roasted Tomato Aioli on our Sliced Sourdough

$14.00

Hot Ham Sandwich

Black Forest Ham, Gruyere, Bacon-Braised Cabbage, Pickled Red Cabbage, Honey Mustard, and Arugula on Sourdough

$13.00

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich

Fried Chicken, House Buffalo Sauce*, Pimento Cheese, Shredded Lettuce, and Ranch on toasted Union Brioche*Contains Worcestershire

$13.00

Italian Hoagie

Black Forest Ham, Salami, Capicola, Provolone, Shaved Onion, Tomato, Shredded Romaine, Pickled Peppers, Duke's Mayo, and Cider Vinegar on Toasted Hoagie Roll

$14.00

Hot Vegan Sandwich

Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Charred Squash, Sprouts, Mixed Greens, Romesco, Whipped Tahini on our Sliced Sourdough

$10.50

Cold Vegan Sandwich

Romesco, Sprouts, Tomato, Cucumbers, Lettuces, Tahini, on Toasted Sandwich Sour

$10.50

Local NC Grits & Greens

Coconut Milk Grits, Creamed Collards, Two Eggs, Hot Sauce Vinaigrette>>Hold the egg to keep it vegan<<

$12.00

Yogurt Bowl

Whole Greek Yogurt, House-Made Granola, Honey, Coconut Chia Seed Pudding, Seasonal Fruit

$10.00

Market Hash

Yukon Gold Potatoes, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Charred Squash, Caramelized Onion, Asparagus, Two Sunny Eggs, Garlic Cream (vegan), Arugula

$12.00

Biscuits & Sausage Gravy

Charred Onion Sausage Gravy, House Pickled Peppers

$12.00

Big Breakfast

Two Cornmeal Hoe Cakes, Two Eggs, Bacon or Sausage, Hashbrown, Maple Syrup***FOR SUNDAY 4/28 HASHBROWN WILL BE SUBBED FOR HOME FRIES***

$12.00

Chopped Salad

Romaine Lettuce, Bacon, Chicken, Hard Boiled Eggs, Tomatoes, Sharp Cheddar, and Ranch

$12.00

>> Heirloom Tomato Sandwich <<

Ronnie Moore's Heirloom Tomatoes, arugula, the good olive oil, roasted tomato aioli, toasted thick cut People's Loaf.

$12.00

The Wednesday Club

Chicken Tenders, Bacon, Sharp Cheddar, Lettuce, Tomato, Slivered Onions, and House-Made Ranch on Thick-Sliced People's Loaf

$14.00

Egg & Cheese

Build Your Own Egg & Cheese (or without cheese) on Brioche Bun, Biscuit, Croissant, or Sourdough Toast w/ Soft Scrambled Eggs + Fontina CheeseAdd-on Bacon, Sausage, Tomato Slice OR ALL THREE!

$5.50

Cheese Biscuit & Jam

$4.00

Plain Biscuit w/ Jam

$2.00

2 Eggs Your Way

$2.50

Carolina Grit Co. Grits (side order)

$3.00

House-made Sausage

$3.00

Bacon

$3.00

Toast w/ Butter & House-made Jam

$3.00

Home Fries

Fried Potatoes with a side of Special Sauce (not Vegan)

$4.00

Hashbrown

$1.50

Side Salad

$3.00

Carolina Kettle Chips

$2.00

Apple Sauce

$2.00

Butter & House-made Jam

$1.00

Side House-Made Hot Sauce

$0.50

Side House-Made Ranch

$0.50

Side Special Sauce

$0.00

SIDES & LA CARTE

KIDS

Kids Grilled Cheese

$5.00

Chicken Fingers

$5.00

PB&J

$5.00

Black & White Roasters Drip Coffee - The Classic

$2.75

Slingshot Iced Coffee

$3.75

Espresso

$3.00

Americano

All Espresso Drinks Are Served With 2 Shots of Espresso Unless Specified As An Add-On

$3.25

Cortado

$3.75

Union Latte

All Espresso Drinks Are Served With 2 Shots of Espresso Unless Specified As An Add-On

$4.50

Union Cappuccino

All Espresso Drinks Are Served With 2 Shots of Espresso Unless Specified As An Add-On

$4.25

Chai Oat Milk Latte

$4.50

Dirty Chai Oat Milk Latte

All Espresso Drinks Are Served With 2 Shots of Espresso Unless Specified As An Add-On

$6.25

Tin Roof Teas

Your choice of tea served in a 12 oz cup

$3.50

Unsweetened Iced Tea

Unsweetened Black Tea over Ice | simple syrup available to sweeten

$2.50

> COFFEE, ESPRESSO, TEA

> NON-ALCOHLIC BEVS

Cup of Milk 12 oz

$2.50

Natalie's Orange Juice

$4.00

Sparkling Water

$3.50

Mexican Coke

$3.00

Mexican Sprite

$3.00

Scott's All Natural Root Beer

$3.00