# Hidden Underground Food Courts Turnstyle Columbus Circle is Accessible Through the NYC Subway By Joey Haar | Published 2017-02-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turnstyle-columbus-circle References: [thedailymeal](http://www.thedailymeal.com/eat/check-out-turnstyle-gleaming-food-hall-directly-below-columbus-circle) & [turn-style](http://www.turn-style.com/) Despite the density of businesses in the busiest areas of Manhattan (q.v. every area of Manhattan,) it can be surprisingly difficult to find a bite to eat while commuting; Turnstyle Columbus Circle is designed to ameliorate those hunger pangs. The hybrid market, food court, and shopping center houses 38 different local businesses, 20 of which are eateries and food vendors. Columbus Circle is a busy subway station, but food was previously scarce in the area, with the best option being to take something out from the [Whole Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-smallformat-stores) underneath [Time Warner Center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-athletic-competition). Now that Turnstyle Columbus Circle is up and running, consumers and commuters have a plethora of options available to suit almost any diet or taste. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Underground Food Courts:** Opportunity to create hidden food courts in high-traffic areas to cater to commuters and city dwellers. - **Hybrid Market:** Potential to combine retail, food, and entertainment to create unique shopping experiences. - **Local Food Vendors:** Growing trend of supporting local businesses and offering diverse dining options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for innovative food and beverage businesses to tap into high-traffic locations and cater to on-the-go consumers. - **Retail:** Potential for retail businesses to explore the concept of hybrid markets, offering a combination of products, food, and entertainment. - **Hospitality:** Rise in demand for unique dining experiences presents an opportunity for hotels and hospitality businesses to collaborate with local food vendors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Toronto-Based Food Emporiums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/queens-cross.md) - [Italian Restaurant Marketplace Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eataly-caff.md) - [Grab-And-Go Grocery Locations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trader-joes-pronto.md) - [Gallery-Style Grocers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meadow-lane.md) - [Concert Venue Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weill-caf.md) - [Revitalized Food Court Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/centre-eaton-de-montral.md) - [Multi-Vendor Food Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chefs-hall.md) - [Last-Minute Meal Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/no-need-to-go-to-the-store-store.md) - [Knitted New York Subways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straphangers-lounge.md)