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9 W 53rd St

New York, NY 10019

+1 (212) 333-1220

https://www.themodernnyc.com

The Modern is a 2 Michelin-starred contemporary American restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art and part of Danny Meyer's Union Square Hospitality Group. Helmed by Executive Chef Thomas Allan, the restaurant features refined, playful dishes that highlight exceptional ingredients and seasonality. Lunch offers a $150 four-course prix fixe menu or $275 six-course menu. Dinner at The Modern is a six-course menu, with a few surprises. Dinner is $275 per person, with the option of wine pairings. The Bar Room offers Chef Thomas Allan's cooking a la carte in a lively space with table, lounge, and bar seating. The Modern accepts reservations 28 days in advance and welcomes walk-ins for The Bar Room. The restaurant also includes a terrace overlooking MoMA's Abby A. Rockefeller Sculpture Garden. The Kitchen Table offers a custom multi course menu for up to four guests in the heart of the restaurant's world-class kitchen.

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Deivis L.

8/11/2025

We had dinner in the main dining room at a coveted power table. Service: Steve, our server, was warm, knowledgeable, and explained the menu like a pro. Jenna, the sommelier, is the GOAT. We...

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Robert H.

9/10/2025

Three of us had dinner in the Dining Room to celebrate a birthday. First of all, the food is fantastic. We had the $275 tasting menu (without wine pairing) and thoroughly enjoyed every dish....

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Michele S.

7/10/2025

Located in The MOMA museum, so very convenient, the culinary creations here are pure, artistic masterpieces. After a very disappointing visit to my ex-favorite foodie restaurant in Seattle, I had...

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Alicia M.

9/5/2025

The food was good but I think the service, ambiance, and presentation fell a little short for two Michelin stars. The restaurant is very loud, packed, and the service was not attentive. The meal...

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Sarina S.

8/24/2025

we went during restaurant week and the food and service were incredible! $60 for three courses, for a restaurant week menu, the entire dinner was so filling. I had the steak tartare which was so...

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The Modern is a highly acclaimed, two Michelin-starred restaurant located at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. With three distinct dining experiences, including the lively Bar Room, the elegant Modern dining room overlooking the sculpture garden, and the exclusive Kitchen Table, guests can enjoy Chef Thomas Allan's seasonal contemporary cooking, an award-winning wine program, and carefully curated cocktails, beer, and spirits. Known for its refined and contemporary cuisine, The Modern has received numerous accolades, including a Three Star review in the New York Times, four James Beard Awards, and the prestigious Grand Award from Wine Spectator. Reservations are available for all dining areas, and walk-ins are also welcome.Generated from the website

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"I had the most amazing night here for restaurant week! I made a reservation for 5 people and was seated right away with the option to put my backpack in coat check. We were here for restaurant..."