The Modern restaurant in New York City, New York
New York City, New York dining

The Modern in New York City, New York

Contemporary American, New American Fine dining

Closed now4:56 PM Price $115-$345 per person Today 12:00 pm–2:30 pm, 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
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9 W 53rd St, New York, NY, 10019, US

CuisineContemporary American, New American
StyleFine dining
Price$115-$345 per person
MealsLunch, Dinner
Guest impressions

What people say about The Modern

All guests seem to be talking about the view of the sculpture garden, elegant service, and an interesting menu that does not become too complicated for the guests to understand. The Bar Room is well liked because it gives more freedom to the customers compared to the tasting room, and fish, pasta, duck, and desserts seem to be common food items that get mentioned a lot. Some customers feel that the restaurant can become expensive very fast.

Restaurant overview

About The Modern

The Modern is located in the complex of the Museum of Modern Art at 9 West 53rd Street. In the restaurant itself, there is a refined experience of tastings according to the season, whereas The Bar Room offers contemporary American dishes à la carte with a view of MoMA’s Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Sculpture Garden.

For visitors who are planning to spend their day in a museum in Midtown, the Bar Room should be chosen since it is more flexible and appropriate for both lunch and dinner. The cuisine includes very sophisticated cooking techniques with familiar ingredients, such as raw scallops and steak tartare, as well as duck, salmon, and dessert dishes. Reservations can be made 28 days in advance, and walk-ins are also possible in the Bar Room.

Menu highlights

The Modern menu highlights and current prices

Summer Squash, Smoked Trout, Almonds$26

Seasonal squash with smoked trout and almonds.

Gem Lettuce, Fennel, Fava Beans$25

Crisp lettuce salad with fennel and fava beans.

Raw Scallop, Bonito Cream$31

Raw scallop with bonito cream.

Heirloom Tomato Flatbread, Lovage$25

Flatbread with heirloom tomato and lovage.

Wagyu Steak Tartare, Crispy Potatoes$29

Wagyu tartare with crisp potatoes.

Ricotta Gnudi, Mushrooms, Chorizo$32

Ricotta gnudi with mushrooms and chorizo.

Spicy Octopus Fusilli$37

Fusilli pasta with octopus.

Boudin Blanc, Polenta, Shishitos$38

Boudin blanc with polenta and shishito peppers.

Crispy Salmon, Chicories, Basil, Sesame$39

Crispy salmon with bitter greens.

Sea Bass, Clams, Romano Beans$44

Sea bass with clams and beans.

Confit Duck Leg, Cucumbers, Plums$41

Duck confit with cucumber and plum.

Double Lamb Chop, Eggplant Caponata$76

Double lamb chop with caponata.

Earl Grey Blueberry Cobbler Sundae$18

Blueberry dessert with Earl Grey notes.

Banoffee Pudding$18

Banana and toffee pudding.

Corn Gelato, Peaches, Brown Butter$18

Corn gelato with peaches and brown butter.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Fondant$32

Warm cookie-style dessert for sharing.

Menu items and prices can change. Check the restaurant directly for the latest menu before visiting.

Popular picks

What to try at The Modern

  • Tuna with Radish and Shiso
  • Summer Squash with Gooseberry and Chèvre
  • Lobster with Green Tomato and Frozen Cucumber
  • Brown Butter Parker House Roll
  • Grilled Scallop with Cauliflower and Uni
  • Halibut with Fava and Corn
  • Heritage Chicken
  • Dry-Aged Duck
  • Australian Lamb
  • Peaches and Cream
Opening hours

When to visit The Modern

Closed now12:00 pm–2:30 pm, 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Monday12:00 pm–2:30 pm, 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Tuesday12:00 pm–2:30 pm, 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Wednesday12:00 pm–2:30 pm, 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Thursday12:00 pm–2:30 pm, 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
FridayToday12:00 pm–2:30 pm, 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Saturday12:00 pm–2:30 pm, 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Sunday12:00 pm–2:30 pm, 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Location

Find The Modern

Restaurant location9 W 53rd St, New York, NY, 10019, US

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