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Grand Tier Pre-theater - The Grand Tier Restaurant, New York, NY

The Grand Tier Restaurant

4.6 (4121)
$50 and over
American
Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Fancy
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
The Grand Tier Restaurant is located inside The Metropolitan Opera House and offers both a la carte and prix fixe menus. The restaurant welcomes the general public, not just ticketed guests of the Metropolitan Opera House. Reservations required. The restaurant’s location makes it the perfect pre-theater dining experience for all guests of Lincoln Center. The exquisite modern American cuisine and classic dining room, highlighted by Chagall murals and brilliant Swarovski crystal chandeliers, make it a memorable destination regardless of the occasion. Our doors open two hours before curtains go up.
Ticketed guests of the Metropolitan Opera may also dine in the restaurant at intermission, but must pre-order and reserve via phone: 212.799.3400, or email: thegrandtier@patinagroup.com . Reservations for ticketed guests dining at intermission ONLY, are not taken via Open Table.
Please note that proof of vaccination is no longer required.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Florian Wehrli
  • Private party facilities
    Group Dinners welcome. We are happy to accommodate groups of 10 - 200.
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Square
  • Cross street
    Broadway and Amsterdam, between 65th and 62nd st.
  • Parking details
    Check out Metropolitan Opera website for parking information.<br />
  • Public transit
    1 Train to 66th st. Lincoln Center
  • Entertainment
    New this season is Sunday Holiday Brunch with live recitals by rising Met artists. These performances only occur on Sundays, scheduled one per seating at 12:30 pm and 2 pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 4,121 people are saying

The Grand Tier Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.0Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Grand Tier Restaurant at Lincoln Center offers an elegant dining experience, perfect for pre-opera meals. Guests praise the "superb service," "exquisite food," and "beautiful setting." While some find the prices high, the convenience and ambiance make it a "truly memorable evening." Reservations are recommended for this "special occasion" venue.
4,121 Reviews
  1. Ana VIP

    London8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    For a prix fix we paid x more than 50 dollars inn”extras” Because we ordered FROM the menu 🙄

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  2. Ksenya

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    It was the first time for me, I couldn't even imagine that in a restaurant of this level it could be like that. Firstly, our waiter behaved at least incorrectly when we ordered only dessert. His face changed, his voice immediately became unfriendly, he joked with the maître d' in our direction. About the food - Pavlova dessert - it's called that because it should be tender and weightless like a ballerina Anna Pavlova, but I got a hard, impenetrable horseshoe, there were cream and berries in some places. This dessert looked more like a retired ballerina. But the ABT performance was magnificent.
    The Grand Tier RestaurantResponded on June 23, 2025
    Hey Ksenya, We're really sorry to hear about your experience. It's important to us that our guests feel comfortable and have an enjoyable time. We welcome a lot of our guest who are only looking for dessert during the intermission. We are sorry that you did not enjoy the Pavolva; we prepare all our dessert fresh daily in house and we use your constructive comments to continue to improve. We have been very impress by your insights about the dessert and where it came from. We try to incorporate recipes and dishes inspired by our location at the Opera. We are glad you enjoyed the ABT performance and hope that you will give the Grand Tier another try, maybe to experience our whole dinner menu. Best Regards, The Grand Tier Restaurant Management Team

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  3. Jackie VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Incredibly disappointing. Food was lackluster - soggy - unappealing and unappetizing. Service was slow, never offered a second round of drinks. Was expecting luxury experience (and paid for one!) and it was one of the worst restaurant experiences in NYC.
    The Grand Tier RestaurantResponded on June 14, 2025
    Dear Jackie, We are very sorry that your experience with us did not meet your expectations. It looks like you ordered some of our most popular dishes. It is disappointing that we were not able to address any of the issues you have encountered immediately so we could have addressed them on the spot, but we do appreciate the feedback as it helps us improve every day. Best regards, Managment

    2 people found this helpful

  4. Sandy

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, delicious food. If ur going to the opera at night this is def a go to. Service was fast so you don’t need to worry about missing the performance.
    The Grand Tier RestaurantResponded on June 14, 2025
    Sandy, Thank you very much for your review and insights about your recent experience at the Grand Tier Restaurant. We look forward to welcoming you again on your next visit at the MET Opera or Lincoln Center. Best Regards The management team

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  5. Phyllis

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and wonderful service! Can’t wait to return!!
    The Grand Tier RestaurantResponded on June 14, 2025
    Phyllis, Thank you very much for your kind review of Grand Tier Restaurant. We are looking forward to seeing you again soon at the MET Opera! Best Regards The Grand Tier team

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  6. Alexandra

    New York City3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I’ve been dining here for quite a few years as I enjoy not having to rush to the performance. Yesterday was a bit of a disappointment. While the appetizer and dessert were good the entire was far from wow. I ordered the red snapper fillet which was overly dry. We asked for our dessert during the intermission and my cappuccino was brought out super late. I didn’t enjoy having to gulp down the expensive coffee in under 5 minutes. This is the second time this has happened to me here. Next time I am planning to dine across the street and leave 10 minutes to walk over.
    The Grand Tier RestaurantResponded on June 14, 2025
    Dear Alexandra, Thank you very much for your feedback of your recent meal. I am sorry that we did not meet all your expectation during this visit. We appreciate your feedback and make notes of your comments; they help us improve every day. We strive to have the order from every guest's returning for the intermission ready at their table when they get back to their seats. It looks like we did not succeed this time. We hope you will allow us a chance to serve you again in the future Best Regards Chef Florian

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  7. Susan VIP

    New York City52 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Elegant setting, delicious brunch entrees including eggs Benedict & steak & eggs. Attentive service!
    The Grand Tier RestaurantResponded on June 14, 2025
    Susan, Thank you very much for the review and your kind words. Our brunch menu served during the Matinee at the opera is always a hit! We are glad you enjoyed you classic offering. We look forward to seeing you again at the Grand Tier Restaurant Best Regards, The Managment Team

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  8. Gisele

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Totally enjoyable for lunch before an opera mattinee. Desert at intermission. Just perfect. Make sure to reserve!

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  9. Mark

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    James and Patrick made the evening an absolutely smashing time. Their courtesy, knowledge, and genuine delight in talking with us was beyond superb. I'd come back for breakfast, were it possible!
    The Grand Tier RestaurantResponded on June 14, 2025
    Hello Mark, We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful time at The Grand Tier Restaurant! It's always a pleasure to know that our team's efforts to provide excellent service and a memorable experience are appreciated. We're glad that you enjoyed your time with us, Thank you for your kind words and high ratings! Best Regards, The Management Team

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  10. cynthia VIP

    New York City28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dining experience- great food and terrific service.
    The Grand Tier RestaurantResponded on June 5, 2025
    Hello Cynthia, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great dining experience with us. Your kind words about our food and service are greatly appreciated. It's customers like you that make our job wonderful. We look forward to welcoming you back to the MET Opera and The Grand Tier Restaurant soon. Best Regards, The Management Team

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The Grand Tier Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 4121 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 17 times today
Google Map for The Grand Tier Restaurant

Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Broadway and Amsterdam, between 65th and 62nd st.
  • Neighborhood
    Lincoln Square
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Check out Metropolitan Opera website for parking information.<br />
  • Public transit
    1 Train to 66th st. Lincoln Center
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Florian Wehrli
  • Entertainment
    New this season is Sunday Holiday Brunch with live recitals by rising Met artists. These performances only occur on Sundays, scheduled one per seating at 12:30 pm and 2 pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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