As of August 2010, New York City has over 75 museums ranging from small galleries to large world class facilities, with many that offer some type of small cafe to replenish the tourist after a tour. In the past, the food was usually something quickly prepared without any attention to quality or taste. Today, some of these cafes are being transformed into what the New York Times calls, "Stylish restaurants that offer fine dining to go with the fine art."
Robert is located on the ninth floor of the Museum of Arts and Design on Columbus Circle. It offers views of the city that include Columbus Circle, Broadway and Central Park. It offers two dining options: on sofas in the lounge or at window-side tables.The restaurant is open for lunch, tea and dinner, serving contemporary Mediterranean-influenced American cuisine prepared by executive chef Matt Kaufman. An international wine list of more than 150 selections includes wines by-the-glass and a complete cocktail menu. Live piano entertainment is provided every Wednesday through Saturday.
Robert
2 Columbus Cir
New York, NY 10023
212-299-7730
robertnyc.com
The Museum of Modern Art offers The Modern, an upscale restaurant with French-American cuisine by executive Chef Gabriel Kreuther. The dining options are divided into two types: The Dining Room (multi-course prix-fixe menus overlooking the Rockefeller Sculpture Garden) and The Bar Room (casual small plate Alsatian cuisine by Chef Kreuther). An international wine list features more than 900 selections, including wines by-the-glass.
The Modern
9 West 53rd Street
New York, NY 10019
212-333-1220
themodernnyc.com
The Wright, a fine dining restaurant within the Guggenheim Museum, offers modern American cuisine by executive chef David Bouley. A European-style bar features smaller items, such as small plate appetizers, panini, espresso and cocktails. The recipient of the 2010 James Beard Foundation Award for Outstanding Restaurant Design, the Wright has become one of the top museum restaurants in New York City.
The Wright
Restaurant & Bar
Guggenheim Museum
1071 Fifth Avenue at 88th Street
212-427-5690
thewrightrestaurant.com
The Metropolitan Museum of Art offers a number of restaurants, ranging from the casual to elegant. In particular, the Petrie Court Cafe and Wine Bar provides views of Central Park and European-style cuisine with a-la-carte lunches and Sunday brunch. On Friday and Saturday, the cafe transforms into a sophisticated, intimate wine bar. The Wine Bar menu features small plate international appetizers, cheeses, entrees, desserts and international wines.
Metropolitan Museum of Art
1000 Fifth Avenue at 82nd Street
New York, NY 10028-0198
212-535-7710
metmuseum.org/visit/dining/
