The Met Dining Room

Name: The Met Dining Room
Address: 1000 5th Avenue in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY, United States, 10028
Telephone: (212) 570-3975
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

3180 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

1000 5th Avenue in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY 10028

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2 people

May 9, 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 67 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Charming

The Dining Room is an elevated cuisine experience that overlooks Central Park, with a focus on local and seasonal ingredients. We locally source our ingredients from farms within a 150-mile radius of The Met. Entrance to the Museum and The Met Dining Room requires a ticket or Membership card. Window seats can be requested but are not guaranteed.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon, Tue, Thu–Sat 11:30 am–3:15 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–7:45 pm
Phone number
(212) 570-3975
Website
https://racafes.compass-usa.com/MetStaffCafe/Documents/MetDiningRoom-Lunch%2BDinner.pdf
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Treat your family & friends to a truly exclusive private dining experience at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Whether it’s a business meeting, engagement party, graduation, or milestone occasion, The Met offers unparalleled attention to detail. Private Party Contact: Jennifer Day (347) 683-1204

Location
1000 5th Avenue in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY 10028
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Cross street
82nd st.
Parking details
The Museum garage, located at Fifth Avenue and 80th Street, is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Parking discounts apply to Museum Members only. To receive a discount, Museum Members must have their tickets validated at the Uris Center for Education Membership/Visitor Information Desk. For more information, please call (212) 879-5500.
Public transit
Subway: 4, 5 or 6 train at 86th Street & Lexington.Bus: M1, M2, M3, M4, M86 or M79 bus at Fifth Avenue. See www.metmuseum.org for detailed directions.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Heirloom Carrot & Ginger Soup
Pomegranate, Labneh
Flower Salad
Petite Greens, Confetti Flowers, Apple Cider-Honey Vinegar, Bee Pollen
Baby Beet
Blue Cheese Crouton, Candied Pistachio, Elixir XO Sherry
Tagliatelle
Chanterelle Mushroom, Fava Bean, Asparagus, Spring Onion
Mushroom Tart
Buttered Leeks, Taleggio, Marjoram
Crispy Lobster "Roll"
Zucchini Blossom, Lobster, Early Summer Corn, Piquillo Pepper
Jamón Ibérico
Parmesan, Charred Country Toast

Main Course

Crab Cakes
Jumbo Lump Crab, Carrot Slaw, Grainy Mustard
Maine Halibut
Stinging Nettle Chowder, Cockles, Trout Roe
The Met Burger
Gruyère Cheese, Yellow Tomato, Smoked Onion Aioli, French Fries, Toasted Sesame Bun
Bell & Evans Roast Chicken
Morel Mushroom, English Peas, Vin Jaune Sauce
Lumache
Bolognese, Gochujang, Herbs
Whole Roasted Cauliflower
12 Seed Dressing, Lemon-Caper Aioli12 Aioli
Chopped Chicken Salad
Zucchini, Tropical Fruit, Cashew, Ginger Dressing

Plancha

Simply Served With Sauteed Spinach & Olive Oil

Market Fish
Skuna Bay Salmon

Simply Raw

Yellowfin Tuna
Avocado, Radish, White Ponzu, Fresh Wasabi
Hamachi Toast
Oroblanco, Pickled Fennel, Hazelnut Dukkah
Scallop Carpaccio
Pickled Pepper, Jalapeño-Pineapple Sorbet

Dessert

Rhubarb Pavlova
Vanilla Meringue, Lemongrass Cream, Rhubarb Sorbet
Mascarpone Cheesecake
Almond Crumble, Shiso, Yuzu Ice Cream
Ricotta Tart
Ricotta Mousse, Spring Citrus, Walnut Sorbet
Mint Chip Sundae
Mint Stracciatella Ice Cream, Hot Fudge, Vanilla Chantilly Cream
Hazelnut
Hazelnut Mousse, Milk Chocolate, Praline Ice Cream
Seasonal Ice Cream & Sorbet
Selection of Three

What 3,180 people are saying

The Met Dining Room reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Met Dining Room offers an exceptional dining experience with "great food, exceptional service," and stunning views of Central Park. Patrons appreciate the "quiet dining room" and elegant atmosphere, making it ideal for special occasions. Despite some service inconsistencies, the "delicious food" and "attentive service" create a memorable museum visit.

3,180 Reviews

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vagabond
Greater Boston11 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Waiter was very helpful in giving great suggestions and added details on the dishes we were mulling over so we could decide on our final order. Perfect balance of attention and space to enjoy the meal.
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susan
Louisville1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is always lovely to lunch here. Professional, attentive service and creative food choices. Today was no exception and the soft shell crab was brilliant! It is an oasis of calm.
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Marielle VIP
New York City48 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely facility with beautiful view of Central Park! Good food, good service, very pleasant, professional waiters. Very quiet, no blaring music, one can talk!
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Pat VIP
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent lunch Chicken salad and swordfish both exceeded expectation
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Vivin
New York City17 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The most civilized way to see art at the Met should include a meal at The Dining Room. You can take a break between art and rest yourself while enjoying the best food in the area. Food iss creative and tasty. Highly recommended.
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Karen VIP
San Francisco102 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was excellent. From the peonies on the table to the sunset which seemed made to order it was a lovely evening. The food and wine was all very well prepared and very good. We had a great time.
The Met Dining RoomResponded 6 days ago
Thank you, Karen and Dan! We hope to see you soon in The Met Dining Room!
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Laurie VIP
New York City12 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Special French dinner to celebrate Sargenyt & Paris exhibit. Superb!!!
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Alexandra
New York City2 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Very disappointed. The room had no atmosphere, tables arranged poorly we felt like we were eating in a hallway. Food very mediocre. Reminded me of poor quality food at a wedding. Service slow and ridiculous. They kept bringing only the food for one person and there were two of us. We prepaid for a special 4course Sargent in Paris themed dinner. It was overpriced. This was basically a donation to the Museum. Next time we will eat elsewhere and make a separate donation. Metropolitan Museum please get new management in your members dining room!
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Jennifer VIP
Washington DC18 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for the John Sargent dinner and it was outstanding.
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Don VIP
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Special dinner “Inspired by Sergeant in Paris” was perfect.
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The Met Dining Room is rated 4.5 stars by 3180 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

May 9, 2025

8:30 PM

Booked 67 times today

1000 5th Avenue in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY 10028

Additional information

Cross street
82nd st.
Neighborhood
Upper East Side
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon, Tue, Thu–Sat 11:30 am–3:15 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–7:45 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
The Museum garage, located at Fifth Avenue and 80th Street, is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Parking discounts apply to Museum Members only. To receive a discount, Museum Members must have their tickets validated at the Uris Center for Education Membership/Visitor Information Desk. For more information, please call (212) 879-5500.
Public transit
Subway: 4, 5 or 6 train at 86th Street & Lexington.Bus: M1, M2, M3, M4, M86 or M79 bus at Fifth Avenue. See www.metmuseum.org for detailed directions.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://racafes.compass-usa.com/MetStaffCafe/Documents/MetDiningRoom-Lunch%2BDinner.pdf
Phone number
(212) 570-3975
Private party facilities
Treat your family & friends to a truly exclusive private dining experience at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Whether it’s a business meeting, engagement party, graduation, or milestone occasion, The Met offers unparalleled attention to detail. Private Party Contact: Jennifer Day (347) 683-1204

The Met Dining Room

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

English Pea Soup

Chicken Marsala

Crab Cakes

Starter

Heirloom Carrot & Ginger Soup

Flower Salad

Baby Beet

Tagliatelle

Mushroom Tart

Crispy Lobster "Roll"

Jamón Ibérico

Main Course

Crab Cakes

Maine Halibut

The Met Burger

Bell & Evans Roast Chicken

Lumache

Whole Roasted Cauliflower

Chopped Chicken Salad

Plancha

Market Fish

Skuna Bay Salmon

Simply Raw

Yellowfin Tuna

Hamachi Toast

Scallop Carpaccio

Dessert

Rhubarb Pavlova

Mascarpone Cheesecake

Ricotta Tart

Mint Chip Sundae

Hazelnut

Seasonal Ice Cream & Sorbet

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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