Welcome to The Met Dining Room
Located on the 4th floor of the iconic Met Museum, The Met Dining Room offers a serene escape with stunning views of Central Park. This New American eatery blends old-world charm and modern elegance, creating an inviting dining atmosphere. Guests can savor thoughtfully crafted dishes, like the Cauliflower Salad and the Grilled Pork Chop, featuring bold flavors and fresh ingredients. With attentive service enhancing the experience, it's not just about the food; it's a peaceful retreat amid the museum's hustle. A meal here transcends dining, making it a memorable part of any museum visit, cherished by those seeking both culinary delight and enchanting ambiance.
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1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028 Hotline: (212) 570-3975
Welcome to The Met Dining Room, a culinary gem nestled on the 4th floor of the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. This elegant dining experience offers a delightful fusion of New American cuisine, perfect for museum-goers and food enthusiasts alike. Surrounded by stunning views of Central Park and the vibrant museum atmosphere, dining here is truly a unique retreat from the bustling galleries below.
The Met Dining Room prides itself on an inviting ambiance, which blends old-world charm with contemporary touches. Guests can escape the crowds and immerse themselves in a tranquil dining experience, highlighted by attentive service and a thoughtfully curated menu. The room buzzes with a refined elegance that enhances every dining moment.
Highlighting seasonal and locally sourced ingredients, the menu is crafted with an artful approach. Begin your meal with enticing starters like the Cauliflower Salad, featuring roasted cauliflower and tahini – a must-try for vegetarians. For those seeking something bold, the White Wine Braised Octopus – paired with crispy potatoes and black garlic aioli – is a spectacular choice that promises depth and flavor.
- Main course offerings are equally impressive, from the tender Grilled Pork Chop to the exquisite Grilled Short Rib, paired perfectly with smashed fingerlings and chive sour cream.
- Don't miss out on the housemade pasta selections, such as the flavorful Rigatoni dressed with smoked mozzarella and garlic.
The Met Dining Room doesn’t just serve food; it curates an experience. As guest DD M. aptly described, dining at this peaceful oasis amidst the museum backdrop is a sweet escape. Customer Iris R. echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the attentive service and the charm of taking a moment to recharge during an art-filled day. The views are a cherry on top, offering a stunning backdrop that enhances the culinary journey.
Each dish is a testament to the skill and passion of the kitchen staff, making it clear that dining at The Met is more than just a meal; it is an upscale yet intimate indulgence. Whether you’re savoring the Glazed Rohan Duck Breast under the warm glow of the ambient lighting or enjoying a quick bite with a glass of curated wine, the experience captures the essence of fine dining in one of the world’s most renowned museums.
So, if you find yourself wandering through the halls of art, remember to elevate your visit at The Met Dining Room. It’s not just about the exquisite food – it’s about crafting memories amidst beauty, art, and culinary delights.
Given the location, the food was really good. The museum can be over crowded and loud. It was lovely to retreat to this quiet place and enjoy a nice meal.
Grabbed lunch at The Met Dining Room during my museum visit, and I've got to say - the 4th floor spot really adds something special to a day at the Met. The dining room has this great mix of old-school charm with modern touches, and wow, those views! I happened to be there on a beautiful day, which made looking out the windows even more spectacular. I ordered their Met Burger with truffle fries. While the food was good, it's really the whole experience that makes this place worth visiting. The staff was super attentive, and I loved how uncrowded it was - gave me a peaceful break from exploring the galleries. There's just something really nice about sitting up there above all the museum buzz, taking your time with lunch and just soaking in the atmosphere. If you're spending the day at the Met, it's a perfect spot to catch your breath and relax. Kind of felt like I'd discovered a quiet little retreat within this huge museum. Nice change of pace from the usual museum cafe scene!
It's one of our favorite spots for a decadent lunch in the city! View of Central Park...nice new decor and fabulous food and service. A real treat! Evelyn was a superb server, gave great recommendations and never hurried us along. There were six of us and we sampled every course. Even started with cocktails and ended with desserts and coffees.
Enjoyed the meal. Nice service and a good menu. Very convenient location considering the amount of time one spends in the museum.
Amazing service! The food was delicious. We ordered basics and they came out great. We had brunch. Lovely setting during the day. I would return!
This is a beautiful restaurant located on the 4th floor of the Met. It was very easy for me to make a reservation and the servers were extremely kind and attentive with refilling our water. The location is only accessible by elevator and can be a bit hard to get to but the museum staff were all so kinda and helped guide us to where we needed to go. I got the Cauliflower Steak and Maitake Mushrooms which I really loved! I am currently on a mission to be vegetarian for 2 weeks and surprisingly really loved this dish, but it was slightly on the salty side. I would highly recommend it for both vegetarians and those who aren't vegetarian! As for the other dishes ordered at my table, we ordered the salmon, lobster spaghetti, and the grilled short ribs.
Nice restaurant in MET. We were able to dine in even without being a member. No wait when we came in on a Monday lunch. Everything were good. Veloute' in ravioli iwas creamy, crab cake was firm and did not have too much extenders, cod is tender and flaky. Staff was friendly and attentive.
Nicole, what an amazing server you are. Your professionalism, friendliness and goal to make us happy was truly appreciated. Your knowledge of menu was very helpful and we will come back hoping to see you again. The food was delicious and drinks were true to New York's reputation for good food and drink. The ambiance is absolutely gorgeous with beautiful lighting and views. We will be back.
Delicious food in a beautiful setting, within a museum full of treasures. We did not have reservations and managed to get in by arriving as soon as the restaurant opened for dinner at 5pm. Next time it'll be great to reserve so that we can get seats right by the windows to see the NYC excitement below. We started with a peach salad and concluded with an espresso and dessert. See pictures for restaurant and meals we had. We had 5 in our party. The staff was friendly and very attentive.