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Explore the vibrant dining scene surrounding the Museum of Modern Art, a cultural hub in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. Where to Eat Near Museum of Modern Art? The neighborhood is brimming with culinary delights, offering something for every palate. Options range from fine dining featuring exquisite Italian cuisine and succulent seafood, to cozy American bistros that capture the essence of casual yet sophisticated dining. Experience the rich flavors of handmade pastas, fresh seafood, and expertly grilled steaks, all within walking distance of the museum. The ambiance is as varied as the menus, allowing for both elegant evenings and relaxed meals alike, making it easy to find the perfect spot to indulge before or after your visit. Enjoy a delightful dining experience that complements the world-class art at MoMA.
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1. La Grande Boucherie NYC
4.6
Exceptional(12113)
$$$$
• French • Midtown West
Booked 652 times today
With a dazzling dining gallery featuring 40’ glass ceilings, this brasserie and steakhouse is built in the tradition of the Belle Époque, inspired by elegant Art Nouveau design. The menu highlights timeless French classics, from hors d’œuvres and plats principaux to desserts crafted to embody true joie de vivre, alongside a diverse selection of prime steaks, an in-house dry-aged meat program, and premium A5 Japanese wagyu. Guests may dine with us throughout the day, with offerings spanning breakfast, brunch, lunch, late lunch, dinner, a lunch prix fixe, and our pre-theatre menu. Our beverage program presents an elevated selection of signature and mini cocktails, non-alcoholic creations, barrel-aged spirits, absinthe, and beer, complemented by an extensive wine list. We also feature the Green Hour menu, offering a curated selection of cocktails and an assortment of exquisite bites. We look forward to welcoming you!*Please note kitchen hours may differ.
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2. Nobu Fifty Seven
4.7
Exceptional(7032)
$$$$
• Japanese • Midtown West
Booked 218 times today
As the first uptown New York location for legendary chef Nobu Matsuhisa, we opened with much anticipation in the summer of 2005. Nobu's co-owners are his longtime partners: renowned restaurateur Drew Nieporent, Oscar-winning actor Robert De Niro, and Hollywood film producer Meir Teper. The restaurant showcases Nobu's signature new style Japanese cuisine with classic dishes such as Tiradito Nobu Style and Black Cod Miso. The restaurant received three stars from the New York Times.
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3. The Bar Room at The Modern
4.8
Exceptional(4148)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Midtown East
Booked 86 times today
Located adjacent to The Museum of Modern Art, The Bar Room at The Modern offers Chef Thomas Allan's vividly seasonal contemporary, à la carte cooking, along with an award-winning wine program and carefully curated cocktails, beer, and spirits. Guests have the option of sitting in The Bar Room, the adjacent lounge, or at the vibrant 20-seat marble bar. Walk-ins are accepted in all three areas, and The Bar Room at The Modern welcomes reservations up to 28 days in advance.
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4. Quality Bistro
4.7
Exceptional(4253)
$$$$
• American • Midtown West
Booked 197 times today
Quality Bistro is a bustling brasserie in midtown Manhattan from the team behind Quality Meats and Quality Italian. Quality Bistro offers contemporary takes on bistro classics in a whimsical space serving the best French Onion Soup and Steak Frites in New York City. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Bistro is the best restaurant in Midtown Manhattan.
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5. The Modern
4.8
Exceptional(4532)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Midtown
Booked 77 times today
The Modern is a two Michelin-starred contemporary American restaurant located within the MoMA, overlooking the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Sculpture Garden. The Modern’s seasonal tasting menus, curated by Executive Chef Thomas Allan, are complemented by an award-winning bar and wine program.Part of Danny Meyer’s Union Square Hospitality Group and a member of Relais & Châteaux.
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6. Quality Italian - New York
4.7
Exceptional(7048)
$$$$
• Italian • Midtown West
Booked 239 times today
Quality Italian is New York's best steakhouse. Our renowned steak and delicious Italian food make us a popular destination for folks seeking a great meal. Whether you are looking for a wonderful lunch or an inviting brunch, we provide an outstanding dining experience. Visit us today to experience the best steak and Italian food in New York for yourself. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Italian is the best restaurant in Midtown Manhattan and NYC.
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7. Quality Meats
4.6
Exceptional(11190)
$$$$
• American • Midtown West
Booked 178 times today
Quality Meats is the best steakhouse in New York City. Located in Midtown Manhattan near Central Park, MOMA, Carnegie Hall, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, and Times Square, Quality Meats features modern interpretations of familiar dishes and flavor combinations, resulting in unique tastes, innovative presentations, and a distinctive Quality Meats style. The warm, industrial décor by award-winning designers AvroKO draws on cues from traditional New York City family-owned butcher shops, in the use of warm wood, stainless steel, and white marble.
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8. The Whitby Bar and Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1757)
$$$$
• American • Midtown West
Booked 71 times today
Thank you for choosing The Whitby Bar & Restaurant, We look forward to welcoming you.Live Jazz at the Whitby Bar is returning every Friday night from 6pm to 9pm. Enjoy classic and signature cocktails as you listen to live jazz music from The Sam Taylor Trio.For our Afternoon Tea service, please book via Open Table through the EXPERIENCE option. To confirm your afternoon tea reservation, we require a credit card for our cancellation policy. Should you cancel within 24 hours of the booking, a $50/pp cancellation fee will incur. The Whitby Bar and Restaurant, inside The Whitby Hotel located in the heart of upper Midtown, offers modern American food in a uniquely eclectic setting. Open daily for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
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9. Il Gattopardo
4.8
Exceptional(3556)
$$$$
• Italian • Midtown West
Booked 54 times today
Italian fine dining located at the amazing NYC landmark "The Rockefeller Townhouses", Il Gattopardo serves traditional southern Italian food that has been adapted for the contemporary palate without compromising the authenticity of the cuisine - which became a must to its loyal upscale New Yorker clientele for almost a quarter century. Il Gattopardo is committed to producing top quality gastronomy, to the use of authentic ingredients, and to keeping the tradition of Italian culture and hospitality, vibrant and passionate. Be well, keep in touch, and buon appetito! Paula and Gianfranco Sorrentino
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10. Estiatorio Milos – Midtown New York
4.7
Exceptional(9281)
$$$$
• Seafood • Midtown West
Booked 132 times today
With a commitment to the freshest, most flavorful fish, flown in daily from the Greek islands and featured in its open fish market, Milos offers a dining experience based on the simplicity and sincerity of the Mediterranean diet. The restaurant's airy, elegant setting is reminiscent of the Greek islands. Founder and chef Costas Spiliadis continues the standard of excellence and hospitality he began in Montreal, where he opened the original Milos. *Please note that our Brunch, Pre-Theatre & Post-Theatre menus will not be available on Mother's Day 05/11/25. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you soon!

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