More about: 22 Best Restaurants Near MoMa New York
If you are thinking of visiting the MoMa I assure you that you will leave exhausted and wanting to take something to your stomach. Located in the heart of Manhattan, next to Central Park, the options are endless.
Here is a series of proposals for all tastes. The first thing you have to know is what you want to eat and what your budget is, and here you will find the answer. Do not stop reading!
1. Bill's Bar & Burger
Bill's Bar & Burger (16 W 51 St, New York, NY 10019) is an American restaurant that offers tasty burgers at a good price. Drinks are expensive, but as soon as you sit down you get a water service. Interesting for those on a more limited budget.
The price is around 25€, but when you present your MoMa ticket you will get a 10% discount on the bill.
Where is it located... 16 W 51 St, New York, NY 10019.The estimated price... 25€.
2. Shake Shack
Shake Shack (1700 Broadway, New York, NY 10019) is a famous burger and hot dog restaurant popular for its tasty dishes. In addition, they are a good size and the price is affordable but not cheap. The water service is unlimited.
There is usually a long line and it may take you longer than you want to order your drink. By the way! Shake Shack offers a 10% discount when you present your MoMa ticket.
Where is it located... 1700 Broadway, New York, NY 10019.The estimated price... affordable.
3. 21 Club
21 Club (21 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019) is a classic New York restaurant, of which there are not many left. It has a long tradition and still maintains its essence, with a traditional and elegant decor. In fact, the people you will see eating there are very dressed up.
As for the dishes, it is abundant and they have good meats and delicious desserts, as well as an interesting wine list and a wide variety of cocktails. They take great care of the attention and service.
Where is it located... 21 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019.The estimated price is... from 40€.
4. Galaxy Diner
Galaxy Diner (665 9th Ave, New York, NY 10036-3623) is a typical American breakfast establishment. It has a wide variety of dishes and the portions are large. The food is very tasty, it does not disappoint.
The prices are adequate for the location, the size of the dishes and what it offers.
The service is very attentive and friendly. Also, if you are not fluent in English, most of the employees speak Spanish.
Where is it located?... 665 9th Ave, New York, NY 10036-3623.The estimated price... adequate.
5. PizzArte
If you prefer to opt for something lighter, or more European, you have multiple options for pizza or pasta. The Italian ones are countless.
PizzArte (69 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019-4934) is a restaurant where you will have the opportunity to taste pizzas made in a wood-fired oven, the main attraction of its menu, the main choice of those who come! And of course, a wide variety of pasta dishes. In addition, they take great care in the presentation of their dishes.
The staff is very attentive, and if you don't speak English, they speak Spanish, a plus for your comfort!
Where is it located... 69 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019-4934.Estimated price... between 20 and 30 euros.
6. Il Gattopardo
Il Gattopardo (13-15 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019) is an Italian restaurant that stands out for the quality of its dishes and its good service. It has delicious pasta dishes. In fact, it is considered by many the best Italian restaurant in New York. Its wine list stands out.
The service is good and they usually offer recommendations.
Where is it located?... 13-15 W 54 St, New York, NY 10019.The estimated price... from 40€.
7. Mozzarella & Wine
Mozzarella e Vino (33 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019-5417) is an Italian restaurant a few meters from MoMa. It is owned by the same owners as Gattopardo but with cheaper prices. The cuisine is very good. They have a great variety of dishes and first quality products.
The service is attentive and the atmosphere is quiet, ideal to disconnect from the intense itinerary you are doing in New York.
Where is it?.... 33 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019-5417.Estimated price... from 15-20€.
8. II Corso
II Corso (54 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019) offers a variety of high quality Italian dishes and an extensive wine list.
Service is fast and efficient. Prices range from 25-30€ and when you present your MoMa admission ticket on the day of purchase, you will get a 10% discount on an entrée.
Where is it located... 54 W 55 St, New York, NY 10019.Estimated price... from 25-30€.
9. La Bonne Soupe
La Bonne Soupe is a classic French bistro in the heart of New York.
Cozy and familiar, La Bonne Soupe has delicious dishes and a full lunch menu. The prices are adequate. The size is quite good. It also has a good wine list.
Service is a bit slow.
Where is it located?.... 48 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019.Estimated price... acceptable.
10. 53rd & 6th Halal
And if you prefer not to spend a lot of time eating and follow your New York itinerary as quickly as possible, you also have multiple fast food options. The Halal Guys (w53rd Street & 6th Ave., New York, NY 10019) is a street stall that offers the possibility to eat fast and at a very cheap price, around 10€. The plates are large and the food is very good value.
There is usually a queue, but the service is fast - you won't regret it!
Where is it located?... 48 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019.Estimated price... around 10€.
11. Taco Dumbo
At Taco Dumbo (31 W 52nd St, New York, NY 10019) you can enjoy original and tasty tacos.
In addition, when you present your ticket you can enjoy a 20% discount.
Where is it located.... 31 W 52 St, New York, NY 10019.Estimated price... affordable.
12. Five Guys
Five Guys (43 W 55th St 55th St, betw. 5th & 6th Ave, New York, NY 10019-4902) has delicious burgers for all tastes, since this burger restaurant offers the possibility of deciding the ingredients, to the taste of the consumer.
In addition, the prices are excellent for New York, around 10-15€.
Where is it located?.... 43 W 55th St 55th St, betw. 5th & 6th Ave, New York, NY 10019-4902.Estimated price... around 10-15€.
13. Hatsuhana Sushi Restaurant
When it comes to eating out in New York, one of the most recurrent options is Asian food.
Hatsuhana Sushi Restaurant (17 E 48th St Ste 1 between Madion and 5th avenue, New York, NY 10017-1010) has excellent sushi and tempura.
Where is it located... 17 E 48th St Ste 1 between Madion and 5th avenue, New York, NY 10017-1010.Estimated price... from 40€.
14. Hama Japanese Cuisine
Hama Japanese Cuisine (11 W 51st St Lower Level, New York, NY 10019-6994) is one of those places where you see the cooks preparing the sushi on the spot. Of course they also have tempura, soups... It is one of the most outstanding Japanese restaurants in New York.
Where is it located... 11 W 51st St Lower Level, New York, NY 10019-6994.Estimated price... from 30-35€.
15. Beyond Sushi
Beyond Sushi (62 W 56th St, New York, NY 10019-3824) is a very good option for people looking for a vegetarian menu. They have vegetarian sushi and delicious salads. Yes, vegetarian sushi!
Also, the prices are reasonable, starting at 15 euros per person.
Where is it located... 62 W 56th St, New York, NY 10019-3824.The estimated price... starting at 15 euros.
16. MakiMaki Sushi
At MakiMaki Sushi (1369 Sixth Ave, New York, NY 10019) you can enjoy fresh sushi, plus a variety of Japanese drinks.
It's both grab-and-go, as the place is small.
And it is another interesting option when presenting your MoMa ticket, as you will enjoy an additional 10% discount on the price of the bill.
Where is it located... 1369 Sixth Ave, New York, NY 10019.The estimated price... variable.
17. Bengal Tiger
Bengal Tiger (58 W 56 St, New York, NY 10019) offers quality dishes and prompt service and attention.
The restaurant offers a menu from Monday to Friday at noon at a very acceptable price for New York, around 10-15€. The menu includes a soup and a main course accompanied by rice, which you can repeat as many times as you wish. Drinks are also cheap.
And if that's not enough, MoMa ticket holders will receive an additional 10% discount on the bill if they come on the day of the ticket purchase. Of course, this discount is only valid for dinner.
Where is it located... 58 W 56 St, New York, NY 10019The estimated price... around 10-15€.
18. Sathi
If you feel like eating in an Indian and at a good price Sathi (216 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10003-2549) is the answer. In this establishment you can eat from 10€ per person.
It has a wide variety of dishes and, in addition, its menu includes Nepalese food, something you won't find so easily.
Where is it located... 216 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10003-2549.The estimated price... from 10€.
19. Side Door
At Side Door (151 E 57 St, New York, NY 10022) you can enjoy Mexican food in the heart of Manhattan.
It is one of the establishments that benefit from a discount when you present your MoMa ticket, specifically 10%.
Where is it located? 151 E 57 St, New York, NY 10022.The estimated price... cheap.
20. Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse (40 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019-6106) is a Brazilian steakhouse offering a meat buffet. Ideal for meat lovers. It also has a buffet of vegetables and salads and stands out for its fast service.
Prices range from 25-30€ per person. And at noon it is approximately 20€ less.
When you present your MoMa ticket you will get a 10% discount. This discount only applies to food, not drinks, and is not valid during happy hour.
Where is it located?.... 40 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019-6106.Estimated price... from 25-30€.
21. La Esquina Midtown
La Esquina Midtown (200 W 55 St, New York, NY 10019) offers good value and quality Mexican cuisine.
It is a fast food in the strict sense. You have to order and pick up at the counter, but that gets rid of tipping. The food is delicious (nachos, fajitas and margaritas).
This is another place that benefits from the MoMa ticket discount, with a 15% reduction on the bill.
Where is it located?.... 200 W 55 St, New York, NY 10019.Estimated price... cheap.
Traveler's tip
Our recommendation is to check the menu before sitting down in any restaurant, as prices are very different from Spain and you may get a bad surprise.
22. Cafes and restaurants to eat inside MoMa
If lunchtime catches you in the middle of your visit... Don't panic! The MoMa has several restaurants and cafeterias for those who do not wish to interrupt their visit.
The Modern
The menu is not very extensive but the dishes are excellent. It offers a nice view of the sculpture garden.
Lunch service is available from Tuesday to Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The price for a good meal per person starts at 90 euros.
Café 2
They offer quality service and delicious food, but, predictably, the price is expensive.
Service is available from Tuesday to Saturday, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.
Terrace Café
It is a cafeteria, although it has a menu, but it is more limited than that of The Modern or Café 2. Even so, the price is quite reasonable and you can satisfy your hunger for around 12-15€ per person.
The service is available from Monday to Thursday, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm, and from Friday to Sunday, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Garden Bar
This bar is located in the Sculpture Garden and offers a nice and pleasant setting for a break from your visit to MoMa.
This service is open from Wednesday to Saturday, from 12:00 to 16:30.