Food and Drink
All Members and Patrons receive a 10% discount in all public restaurants at The Met Fifth Avenue and The Met Cloisters.
Look for exhibition-inspired menu offerings the next time you visit The Eatery and The Met Dining Room.
Please note: Museum admission is required to enter.
The Met Fifth Avenue
The Eatery, Ground Floor
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What to expect: Casual, family-friendly dining that offers delicious options for visitors of every taste, including pizza, sandwiches, salads, soups, desserts, espresso, and other beverages.
Hours
Monday–Tuesday and Thursday–Sunday: 11 am–4 pm
Closed Wednesday
Location
The Robert Lehman Collection Galleries, Ground Floor. View on map.
The American Wing Cafe, Floor 1
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What to expect: This soaring pavilion with views of American masterworks is a great spot to enjoy coffee, wine, beer, or another beverage with a snack.
Hours
Sunday–Tuesday and Thursday: 11 am–4 pm
Friday and Saturday: 11 am–8 pm
Closed Wednesday
Location
The Charles Engelhard Court, Floor 1. View on map.
Petrie Court Cafe, Floor 1
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What to expect: Open Friday and Saturday evenings for Date Night, this cafe—located in a spectacular sculpture gallery—offers drinks and light fare.
Hours
Sunday–Tuesday and Thursday: 11 am–4 pm
Friday and Saturday: 11 am–8 pm
Location
Carroll and Milton Petrie European Sculpture Court, Floor 1. View on map.
Balcony Lounge, Floor 2
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What to expect: Members at the Evening Hours level and above can enjoy a locally and seasonally driven small plate menu. On Thursday, indulge in coffee and pastries during Member Morning Hours. Cocktails and wines are expertly paired to complement the casual menu on Friday and Saturday evenings. Reservations are strongly recommended. Call (212)-650-2910 to book your preferred date and time.
Hours
Sunday–Tuesday: 11 am–4:45 pm (Last seating: 3:45 pm)
Thursday: 9 am–4:45 pm (Last seating: 3:45 pm)
Friday and Saturday: 11 am–8:45 pm (Last seating: 7:45 pm)
Closed Wednesday
Location
Great Hall Balcony, Floor 2. View on map.
The Met Dining Room, Floor 4
$$$
What to expect: Enjoy an upscale meal with views of Central Park, featuring a seasonal menu from chef Bill Telepan. Reservations are strongly recommended. Use OpenTable, call (212) 570-3975 or email TheMetDiningRoom@metmuseum.org to book your preferred date and time. Dinner is served Friday and Saturday only.
Hours
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday: 11:30 am–3:15 pm
Friday and Saturday: 11:30 am–3:15 pm and 5–7:45 pm
Closed Wednesday and Sunday
Location
Accessible via the elevator in the European Sculpture and Decorative Arts galleries near Galleries 555 and 399 (Floor 1) or the elevator in the Modern and Contemporary Galleries near Gallery 999 (Floor 2), Floor 4. View on map.
The Cantor Roof Garden Bar, Floor 5
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What to expect: Enjoy cocktails and snacks with a stunning view of Central Park, and magical sunsets on Friday and Saturday evenings in the summer and early fall. The Roof Garden may close on short notice due to bad weather. Space is limited; first come, first served.
Hours
The Cantor Rooftop Garden Bar will reopen on Thursday, May 18.
Sunday–Tuesday and Thursday: 11 am–4 pm
Friday and Saturday: 11 am–8 pm
Location
Cantor Roof Garden, Floor 5. View on map.
Use the Floor 1 elevator in European Sculpture and Decorative Arts Gallery 555, Floor 5.
Great Hall Balcony Cafe, Floor 2
$
What to expect: Convenient pick-me-ups. The light bite seasonal menu includes assorted beverages including beer, wine, cocktails, pastries, sandwiches, and desserts. On Fridays and Saturdays, catch live music from 6–8:30 pm through May 6.
Hours
Closed for the season.
Location
Great Hall Balcony, Floor 2. View on map.
The Met Cloisters
King John’s Tavern
$
What to expect: The Met Cloisters’ Trie Cafe menu evokes the exhibition Rich Man, Poor Man with special food and drink inspired by King John’s Tavern.
Hours
Thursday–Tuesday: 11 am–4 pm
Location
Trie Cloister, Ground Floor. View on map.
For more information about health and safety protocols while visiting the Museum, please read our Visitor Guidelines.
Above: Menu items in The Eatery and The Balcony Lounge, photos by Anthony Tahlier Photography. The Charles Engelhard Court in the American Wing, photo by Brett Beyer. Trie Cloister and Cafe, photo by John M. Hall.
Cantor Roof Garden, photo by Paula Lobo.