Union Landing

Union Landing is the Pacific Commons of Union City. It is a large shopping complex that has a Century theaters, plenty of restaurants, big megacenters like Walmart, and some small retail stores. It’s not as big as Pacific Commons, and it used to be go to place for movies and hanging out with friends before Pacific Commons was built, but I still like to come here once in a while.
Parking near the theater has always been a struggle at Union Landing, but that’s a symptom of every large movie theater — the parking is just something you get used to. My favorite spots in Union Landing are the theater, the Krispy Kreme, Pasta Pomodoro, and Sushi boat. I’m confident that everyone will find a restaurant they will like at Union Landing because it has a really great variety of food options. In terms of retail shopping, Union Landing does not have much compared to Pacific Commons, so I wouldn’t recommend coming here if that is your main purpose.

OK, giving some stars back.
The mall management has obviously payed attention to peoples complaints and they now have a security company patrolling the mall. I don’t know if that has affected crime, but at least they are trying.
Also, the leaf blower has changed to something quieter. Doesn’t wake me up or keep me awake anymore (knock on wood **)
Great mall!

Massive/​sprawling shopping center just off the 880 freeway. While I don’t shop here I do like to stop and hit one of the restaurants while driving by. It’s easier to get into this place than get out by design it seems. The parking lot is full of twists and turns to help prevent excessive speed I think, but it has gotten me lost once or twice trying to leave.
I’ll be back for another meal soon!

There’s police reports stating break-​in into cars… becareful!
Tax is higher here compare to other surrounding cities!

I know Union Landing before it was Union Landing. When it was a drive through movie theater and a gladiola field. It’s changed over the years and it’s still quite popular with the younguns since well there are plenty of food options and there’s a movie theater. The parking situation is a bit of a mess, but I think it’s normal when there’s a movie theater involved. There are still a few places here that have lasted longer than others like Krispy Kreme, Jamba Juice, Century, IHOP… the corner Starbucks where I would make mini meetups with my now bf. Lots of fond memories! I hope it still is around and gets better shops and doesn’t go in the ways of New Park Mall…

Union Landing has expanded so much since I started coming here as a little girl. I love the variety that it has to offer. There is a great variety of restaurants to choose from when coming here. Parking can be a little difficult on weekends and holidays, but there are plazas close by that have lots that usually pretty empty.

This place uses so much water to up keep their landscaping. They are watering shrubs, the street, & grass. We are in a severe drought. I will not go here until they get water wise. Shame on them.

It was my first time here and I loved it! we came here to watch an indian movie called 2 states and i love how there is so much to do here. There’s shopping to do, there’s a theater, restaurants, starbucks and even the indoor sky diving!
we had some time to kill before the movie and decided to see where we can go eat and they have Texas roadhouse there too which is one of my favorite restaurants!

My wife and I were driving down 880 when we saw that Union Landing boasted a Chili’s. Really needing food, we pulled off the freeway and followed the signs saying «restaurants.» When then drove in circles for ten minutes trying to find Chili’s, or a map, or any sign of where we needed to be. We finally gave up and headed to another location. Badly in need of better signage.

This place has just about everything you’d want for a night out with a date, friends, or with family. The weekends; especially in the summer nights get pretty crowded around the movie theater parking area. But there are other pockets of the shopping plaza that are rarely frequented by shoppers, such as the area near Babies R Us and Sports Authority.
The entire shopping plaza is easily accessible from 880, Whipple, Smith St. and Alvarado-​Niles Road. The inclusion of Lucky’s supermarket makes it even better. Had to pick up last minute spices & other items from Lucky’s so cooking can commence in the kitchen.
It has banks, bakeries, Walmart, several wireless carrier stores, movie theater, Lowe’s, Petco and even Michael’s Arts and Crafts store, along with Krispy Crème. They also have a brand new Hampton Inn that opened recently on Alvarado-​Niles Road.
Places like these are literally gold mines! Just imagine the residual income all the businesses are generating for the developer (s) and owner (s). Not to mention taxes for the city, county and state.
** A prophecy. And. A Note To Self: When I get rich after winning a lottery jackpot; I’ll definitely invest in something similar. I’ll retire and all I’ll have to do is count the money! I’ll never get tired of spending the money!
Awe. SOME!

Union landing is great for families, friends, gatherings! I will always miss the drive-​ins though :(

This has nothing to do with the stores in Union Landing.
This place was not planned properly. Getting from one side to another is a pain in the butt. Finding parking is even more ridiculous — there is no garage and not nearly enough spaces near things you would actually go to (like the massive parking lot by Baby’s R Us? What is the point of that? Although since the opening of Pacific commons things have died down a little bit.
Unfortunately, it means that Union Landing has become the «cheap» location. Compare the restaurants, the available shops, and it kind of makes sense. Chili’s vs. Claim Jumper, Walmart vs. Mega Target, even the movie theaters are bigger and nicer (although a lot of people dislike the new leather seats).
Don’t get me wrong, I love me some Fridays, and Starbucks, and Jamba, and Century Theatres, and all the other stores, but they’re not the fanciest of date night locales. The fact that Tony Romas didn’t have good business because it was «too expensive» is ridiculous.
My parents live right by there. I’m not going to stop going. But if I can avoid it, I won’t go on a Friday night when the new Harry of the Ring Games at Dawn movie is coming out.

a drive in used to be here. totally didn’t recall this. drove by on the freeway countless times before and after the drive in’s demise.
union landing has the usual big box franchises. not really a fan of them so seldom went. walmart i may have went once, other eateries not at all.
only yogurtland, krispy kreme, and jollibees drew me here. .
never went to the movies here though my sons have.
3 stars since i seldom come here.

I love coming here to watch movies or get some grub to eat with friends. But I swear, on friday nights, you’ll see so many Filipinos roaming around. There’s nothing wrong with it, but I’m just saying for those of you who want to know who hangs around at Union Landing.
I love going to the Century theatre because it has so many showings. The food there is pretty good too. I just hate the parking there. One time I went to pick up some food for take out from Pasta Pomodoro and I circled the lot for 15 minutes before I could find a spot ON A WEDNESDAY NIGHT. Parking just sucks. Other than that, there are great varieties to choose from.

What more can you ask for in this place?
It has a huge variety of restaurants and food chains from the country-​side feel that Texas Roadhouse gives to the more usual and steady ambiance of Mountain Mike’s and IHOP.
It has Walmart at the northern end (is it still part of Union Landing? lol) and Lucky down south for your groceries.
You can get your daily dose of smoothies from Jamba Juice or walk (drive a little) to Cold Stone for ice cream.
Bestbuy, Babies r Us, etc. are here too for your other needs.
Chase, Wells Fargo, etc. are conveniently located here too.
It has Century Theaters for entertainment as well.
And what other place has iFly? haha.
The only thing that’s lacking here is Barnes n Noble. Bring back the book store!

I started coming to Union Landing quite often ever since I met my food companion who is from Union City. With time I’ve grown to like Union Landing. This location has good spots to eat like Jolliebee, Gerry’s Grills, and TGI’s to name a few. Great place to hang out with friends on weekends or after school. You almost have everything here.

This is the place to go in Union City for food, entertainment and groceries. You can get stuff for your dog, beauty stuff, almost everything!
Minus one star for the lack of security and the dirty parking lot. But there is plenty of choices to eat: Chili’s, Fuddruckers, IHOP, Mountain Mike’s, Lucky’s, Filipino food, sushi, etc. I like the movie theater, Century Theaters, and the chill Starbucks on the corner.

This place have everything. So many different restaurants to eat at. All good restaurants too. Parking really sucks espcially during evenings & weekends.
To name a few stores/​restaurants here
–Babies R US
–Party City
–Lucky’s
–Texas Roadhouse (I love this place)
–Applebee’s
–Chili’s
–Movie Theater
–Jolli Bee
–Krispy Kreme
–Fudruckers (decent burgers)
–Backyard Boiler (Temporarily closed)
–Baskin Robins
–Starbucks
–T.G.I.F.
and a few more.
This place is heaven for FOOD LOVERS like myself.

So many stores… only so much money. So many restaurants so much tummy!
Seriously, Union Landing has alot to offer. Many different shops to choose from. You have WalMart, Party City, Little Mom & Pop shops, Lucky’s, Babies R Us, Sports Mart, Michael’s…just to mention a few. You can eat at Andersen’s Bakery, Gerry’s Grill, Chipotle, Togo’s, Chevy’s, Chili’s…the list goes on. Just drive around. You’ll be sure to find something that gets your taste buds tingling! Craving desert? They have a Krispy Crème here! Feel the need to relax? You can stop in at Massage Envy to unwind with a customized massage session.
The movie theater is by far the best the Bay Area has to offer! Century 25. Well kept, clean and friendly staff.
Whenever I need to do shopping, I go to Union Landing. I can get everything I need in one centralized location.

In the grand scheme of things this place is only 3 stars. But if you’re just looking at places to go in Union City you really cannot get better than Union Landing. I remember years and years ago when this place used to only be a Wal*Mart and a drive-​in movie theater. Now, it’s the bustling «downtown» of Union City with plenty of restaurants of all the different parts of the world. I’ve spent a lot of time here during my days living in Union City and would give it 5 stars if Borders was not dead and replaced with ANOTHER furniture store.
Cons:
~ Too many damn furniture stores. I felt that it would’ve been fine with Borders died and was replaced by Barnes & Noble, but why do we need another massive furniture shop when there’s already 2 others? Not including the home improvement stores?
~ The parking is really bad — it’s usually filled with people. If you don’t mind walking there’s usually ample parking near the back of Union Landing around the Wal*Mart area.
~ Borders is DEAD. I cannot stress that enough!
~ I wish there were more shops. It’s filled with restaurants, some of them not very good and would be better if it was replaced by some cool stores rather than just huge ones we already have.
Pros:
~ We have our very own movie theater which actually isn’t that bad since it’s been bought by Cinemark.
~ A huge variety of restaurants.
~ Wal*Mart for your department store needs.
~ Plenty of home improvement shops.
~ Lucky’s for groceries.
Favourite Restaurants:
~ Fuddruckers
~ Texas Roadhouse
~ Krispy Kreme
~ Cold Stone
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No matter who you are, there’s without a doubt a nice restaurant in Union Landing for you. Match it with a movie and you have a great day out!