Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson

Name: Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson
Address: 251 Fulton St, New York, NY, United States, 10007
Telephone: (212) 266-3018
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (653)

$30 and under

American

251 Fulton St, New York, NY 10007

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

8:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

Innovative
Good for special occasions
Lively

Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson is a vibrant contemporary American restaurant from Marcus Samuelsson within the Perelman Performing Arts Center. Metropolis is the culinary anchor of this new cultural cornerstone of Lower Manhattan and is honored to play a role in the final chapter of rebuilding the World Trade Center site. Its menu explores the rich culinary traditions of New York City through a modern lens with theatrical cocktails, a fun and worldly wine list, and gracious hospitality. Designed by David Rockwell, Metropolis features a dazzling yet warmly inviting dining room and a bustling bar, a landscaped outdoor terrace, and a lobby lounge featuring free-to-the-public artistic programming.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 11:30 am–2:00 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(212) 266-3018
Website
https://www.metropolisbymarcus.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Marcus Samuelsson
Private party facilities
Designed by David Rockwell, Metropolis is a dazzling backdrop for your most memorable moments. From corporate dinners in the private dining room and restaurant space to lively galas and weddings on our terrace or in our theaters, Metropolis is the premier venue for your next celebration.

Location
251 Fulton St, New York, NY 10007
Neighborhood
Financial District
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Located at 251 Fulton Street and the corner of Greenwich Street on the World Trade Center Campus
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Music At Metropolis
Multiple dates available
Thu - Fri - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Join us every Thursday & Friday from 7–10 PM for an unforgettable evening of live DJ beats, mouthwatering cuisine, and handcrafted cocktails. Feel the rhythm with a perfect mix of today’s hits, soulful R&B, and Afro beats—setting the vibe for an unforgettable date night, a stylish ladies' night, or just a night to unwind. Great music, amazing food, and the ultimate atmosphere—what more could you ask for?

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CORNBREAD$14.00
red cornmeal, cashew, goat's milk butter
BERBERE FRIED OLIVES$14.00
cornichon, hot mustard
SPRING GREEN SALAD$21.00
collard green, carrot, cherry blossom vinaigrette
COCONUT SHRIMP$24.00
spicy peanut, lemongrass vinaigrette, lettuce cup
STEAK & EGGS *$26.00
steak tartare, béarnaise, tamari cured yolk, trout roe, injera

MAINS

TEFF & POTATO GNOCCHI$30.00
pea, almond, artichoke, caccio e pepe cracker
CRISPY SNAPPER$42.00
tomato, shiitake, coconut rice, curry
SEAPORT LASAGNA$45.00
sea urchin, peekytoe crab, scallop, artichoke, mushrooms, sofrito
SUGAR HILL NIGHTS$34.00
fried chicken, almond dumpling, braised kale, chicken jus
THE M STEAK *$46.00
dry aged striploin, fulton st. potatoes, béarnaise, m's steak sauce
COFFEE SMOKED DUCK$45.00
foie ganache, ramps, rillette, yellow mole, coffee jus
46TH STREET TROUT$42.00
nori, fava, sea beans, golden goddess

SIDES

CHEESY FRIES$14.00
aged cheddar
FULTON STREET POTATOES$14.00
dry aged beef béarnaise
COCONUT RICE$14.00
papaya salad
GRILLED GREEN ASPARAGUS$14.00
yellow mole, pea

What 653 people are saying

Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.6Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

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Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson offers a "beautiful" atmosphere with "delicious food" and "attentive service." The menu features unique dishes like crispy snapper and lobster pasta, with highlights including "fried chicken" and "banana pudding." While some guests noted occasional service issues, the overall dining experience is "amazing" and "highly recommended."

653 Reviews

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Floyd VIP
Utah15 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Excellent deserts! Beer menu is too weak and limited. It would have been nice to know that the coconut shrimp were fried. Excellent pasta. Very good fish. It would have been nice if the restaurant offered some bread with the meal.
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iris
New York City13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant in the Perelman Arts Center is a jewel: the food, service, ambiance are all great; the noise level is low; prices are reasonable. I had the Metropolis burger, done smashed, with cheese, jalapeno peppers & truffle sauce, served with a very fresh salad & skinny cheesey fries --- yummy. My friend had a chive & cheese omelette, that was fluffy, tasty perfection. Our server Jessica N made sure we were comfortable, relaxed & on time for a 2pm performance.
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alexis
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love it here!! We are locals and need to come more often. The Ole Habibi last night was amazing.
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Bridgett
New York City12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good experience. Good service and atmosphere. Loved the oysters
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Lenore
New York City3 reviews
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Unfortunately, we were disappointed in our dinner experience. The website listed a special price-fixed menu, but we weren’t offered that option, which made our dinner significantly more expensive than anticipated. The full menu was interesting, so we stayed…. I ordered the trout - I even asked the server for his opinion and he encouraged me to try it. Although the dish was tasty (though small), it was definitely NOT trout; it was obviously a piece of pink salmon. Maybe they thought the multitude of sauces would mask the swap? They should not have made a substitution without telling me first. My husband had the fried chicken - a very generous portion, but it, too, was overly drowned in sauces that detracted from the dish. All in all, our dinner was pleasant, but not as advertised, which was too bad.
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Gregg
New York City1 review
3.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
I go to Metropolis often as I live in the hood and its beautiful building and restaurant and not outrageously expensive. Last night the service and food delivery were slow and not what I was used to. The waiter seemed indifferent to my complaint on slow food delivery. Love going there but it might not be my go-to place for myself or guests I'm entertaining again.
Metropolis by Marcus SamuelssonResponded 3 days ago
Hi Gregg, Thank you for being a loyal guest and for taking the time to share your experience. We’re truly sorry to hear that your recent visit didn’t meet the standard you’ve come to expect from us. Your feedback about the service and slow food delivery is important, and we’re addressing it with our team to ensure we do better. We really value your support and hope you’ll consider giving us another chance to provide the warm hospitality and experience you’ve enjoyed in the past. Warmly, The Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson Team
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Cathy VIP
London6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The atmosphere was very pleasant and most of the food was excellent. I advise anyone going to skip the coconut shrimp but the Caesar salad was delicious as well as the cornbread and the fried chicken. Rarely do you find a restaurant attached to a performing arts venue that is so pleasant. The noise level was a welcome relief from most New York City restaurants. I’m quite acceptable.
Metropolis by Marcus SamuelssonResponded 3 days ago
Thank you for your thoughtful review, Cathy! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the atmosphere, the food, and the refreshingly relaxed noise level—it’s something we take pride in, especially given our unique location. It means a lot that you found the experience both pleasant and memorable, and we hope to welcome you back again soon! Warmly, The Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson Team
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Carolyn VIP
Orlando / Central Florida East40 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The food was outstanding, but the service was not good. Our waiter seemed lost and barely stopped by our table. We literally had to wave him down to get his attention.
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Pavur VIP
New York City30 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Very good tasting food served in a casual elegant dining room in the Perelman Performing Arts Center NYC building. Good portion sizes-nicely shareable in most cases. Among the small plates : Cornbread and Fluke Crudo were very good. Coconut shrimp was tasty but slightly overdone with the shrimp and additions becoming too big for the lettuce rap and thus not convenient to eat. Gnocchi as a large dish was OK but not distinctive. Coffee Smoked Duck, as a large plate, was excellent. American Dream as dessert was tasty - it is best shared as it is too big for one person. Wine options by the glass were not distinctive. Somewhat distracting from the dining experience was the noise level in the large hall which is shared by the restaurant along with other activities. If there were a way to isolate at least part of the restaurant from the high noise level and reserve that for serious diners, it will be good. That Section could offer “ Tasting Menus” with some special dishes. On the plus side : The restaurant is very good and convenient place to dine for patrons attending a show at the Perelman Performing Arts Center
Metropolis by Marcus SamuelssonResponded 3 days ago
Thank you Pavur, for your thoughtful and detailed review. We’re so glad you enjoyed the food, setting, and convenience of dining at Metropolis before a show at the Perelman Performing Arts Center. Your notes on portion sizes, dish highlights, and areas for improvement are appreciated. We also understand your feedback regarding the noise level in the shared space. It’s something we continue to evaluate, and suggestion and feedback are valuable as we look for ways to enhance the overall atmosphere. Thank you again for dining with us and for your insightful comments—we hope to welcome you back soon for another enjoyable visit! Cheers, The Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson Team
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Marie VIP
New York City95 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience from beginning to end. The hostess was extremely friendly, our server was attentive and very friendly, wait staff friendly and on top of everything, food fresh, delicious, and presented beautifully. Will be back.
Metropolis by Marcus SamuelssonResponded 3 days ago
Hi Marie, Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear that every part of your experience—from the warm welcome to the attentive service and beautifully prepared food—made such a great impression. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! Cheers, The Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson Team
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Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson is rated 4.4 stars by 653 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Jun 30, 2025

8:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

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251 Fulton St, New York, NY 10007

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Financial District
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 11:30 am–2:00 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Located at 251 Fulton Street and the corner of Greenwich Street on the World Trade Center Campus
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Marcus Samuelsson
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.metropolisbymarcus.com/
Phone number
(212) 266-3018
Private party facilities
Designed by David Rockwell, Metropolis is a dazzling backdrop for your most memorable moments. From corporate dinners in the private dining room and restaurant space to lively galas and weddings on our terrace or in our theaters, Metropolis is the premier venue for your next celebration.

Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Music At Metropolis

RAW & CURED

OYSTERS À LA OYSTER CART *

FLUKE CRUDO *$24.00

GRAVLAX *$22.00

SMALL PLATES

CORNBREAD$14.00

BERBERE FRIED OLIVES$14.00

SPRING GREEN SALAD$21.00

COCONUT SHRIMP$24.00

STEAK & EGGS *$26.00

MAINS

TEFF & POTATO GNOCCHI$30.00

CRISPY SNAPPER$42.00

SEAPORT LASAGNA$45.00

SUGAR HILL NIGHTS$34.00

THE M STEAK *$46.00

COFFEE SMOKED DUCK$45.00

46TH STREET TROUT$42.00

SIDES

CHEESY FRIES$14.00

FULTON STREET POTATOES$14.00

COCONUT RICE$14.00

GRILLED GREEN ASPARAGUS$14.00

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