22 Best Restaurants Near MoMa New York

If you're thinking of visiting the MoMa, you're sure to leave exhausted and wanting something to eat. Located in the heart of Manhattan, next to Central Park, the options are endless.

Here are a series of suggestions for all tastes. The first thing you need to be clear about is what you want to eat and what your budget is, and you'll find the answer here, so read on!

Bill's Bar & Burger (16 W 51 St, New York, NY 10019) is an American restaurant offering 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 tighter budget.

The price is around €25, but when you present your MoMa ticket you get a 10% discount on the bill.

Where is it located... 16 W 51 St, New York, NY 10019.
Estimated price... 25€.

Shake Shack (1700 Broadway, New York, NY 10019) is a famous burger and hot dog restaurant popular for its tasty dishes. They are a good size and the price is affordable but not cheap. Water service is unlimited.

There is usually a long queue 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.
Estimated price... affordable.

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 décor. In fact, the people you'll see eating there are very dressed up.

As for the dishes, they are plentiful and have good meats and delicious desserts, as well as an interesting wine list and a wide variety of cocktails. They take great care with attention and service.

Where is it located... 21 West 52nd Street, New York, NY 10019.
The estimated price is... from 40€.

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 and does not disappoint.

The prices are adequate for the location, the size of the dishes and what they offer.

The service is very attentive and friendly. Also, if you don't speak English, most of the staff speak Spanish.

Where is it located... 665 9th Ave, New York, NY 10036-3623.
Estimated price... adequate.

If you prefer to opt for something lighter, or more European, you have multiple options for pizza or pasta. The Italian ones are innumerable.

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 their menu, the main choice of all those who come! And of course, a wide variety of pasta dishes. They also 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€.

Il Gattopardo (13-15 W 54 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 to be 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.
Estimated price... from 40€.

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 wide variety of dishes and top quality products.

The service is attentive and the atmosphere is quiet, ideal for disconnecting from the intense itinerary you are doing in New York.

Where is it located? 33 W 54th St, New York, NY 10019-5417.
Estimated price... from 15-20€.

II Corso (54 W 55 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'll get a 10% discount on an entrée.

Where is it located... 54 W 55 St, New York, NY 10019.
Estimated price... from 25-30€.

La Bonne Soupe is a classic French bistro in the heart of New York City.

Cosy and family-friendly, La Bonne Soupe has delicious dishes and a full lunchtime menu. Prices are reasonable. The size is quite good. It also has a good wine list.

The service is a bit slow.

Where is it located? 48 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019.
Estimated price... acceptable.

If you prefer not to spend too much time eating and want to get through your New York City itinerary as quickly as possible, there are plenty of fast food options. The Halal Guys (w53rd Street & 6th Ave., New York, NY 10019) is a street stall that offers a quick and inexpensive meal for around €10. The plates are large and the food is highly rated.

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€.

At Taco Dumbo (31 W 52 St, New York, NY 10019) you can enjoy original and tasty tacos.

Also, 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.

Five Guys (43 W 55th St 55th St, betw. 5th & 6th Ave, New York, NY 10019-4902) has delicious burgers to suit all tastes, as this burger joint offers a choice of toppings to suit all tastes.

The prices are excellent for New York, at 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.

When it comes to eating out in New York, one of the most popular choices 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.

Hama Japanese Cuisine (11 W 51st St Lower Level, New York, NY 10019-6994) is one of those places where you see the chefs 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€.

Beyond Sushi (62 W 56th St, New York, NY 10019-3824) is a great option for people looking for a vegetarian menu. They have vegetarian sushi and tasty salads - yes, vegetarian sushi!

And the prices are reasonable, starting at 15 euros per person.

Where is it located... 62 W 56th St, New York, NY 10019-3824.
Estimated price... from 15 euros.

At MakiMaki Sushi (1369 Sixth Ave, New York, NY 10019) you can enjoy fresh sushi and a variety of Japanese drinks.

It's both grab-and-go, as the place is small.

And it's another interesting option when you present your MoMa ticket, as you'll get an additional 10% discount on the price of your bill.

Where is it located... 1369 Sixth Ave, New York, NY 10019.
Estimated price... variable.

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 lunchtime at a very acceptable price for New York, around 10-15€. The menu consists of a soup and a main course accompanied by rice, which you can repeat as many times as you like. Drinks are also cheap.

And if that wasn't enough, MoMa ticket holders will receive an additional 10% discount on their bill if they come on the day of their ticket purchase. However, this discount is only valid for dinner.

Where is it located?... 58 W 56 St, New York, NY 10019
Estimated price... around 10-15€.

If you're in the mood for Indian food at a good price, Sathi (216 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10003-2549) is the answer. Here you can eat for as little as €10 per person.

It has a wide variety of dishes and its menu includes Nepalese food, something you won't find so easily.

Where is it located... 216 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10003-2549.
Estimated price... from €10.

At Side Door (151 E 57 St, New York, NY 10022) you can enjoy Mexican food in the heart of Manhattan.

This is one of the establishments that offers a discount of 10% when you present your MoMa ticket.

Where is it located... 151 E 57 St, New York, NY 10022.
The estimated price... cheap.

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 vegetable and salad buffet and is known for its fast service.

Prices range from 25-30€ per person. And at lunchtime it is approximately €20 less.

When you present your MoMa ticket you 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€.

La Esquina Midtown (200 W 55 St, New York, NY 10019) offers good value, quality Mexican cuisine.

It's fast food in the strictest sense. You have to order and pick up at the counter, but that saves you from 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.
The estimated price... cheap.

Traveller's tip

Our recommendation is to check the menu before you sit down in any restaurant, as the prices are very different from Spain and you could be in for a bad surprise.

If lunchtime catches you in the middle of your visit... Don't panic! The MoMa has several restaurant and café services for those who don't want to interrupt their visit.

The Modern

The menu is not very extensive but the dishes are excellent. Nice views of the sculpture garden.

Lunch service is available from Tuesday to Saturday, 11:30 am to 2:30 pm, and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday, 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm.

The price for a good meal per person starts at €90.

Café 2

They offer quality service and delicious food, but, predictably, the price is expensive.

The service is available from Tuesday to Saturday, from 11:00 to 15:00.

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 to 16:00, and from Friday to Sunday, from 11:00 to 17:00.

Garden Bar

This bar is located in the Sculpture Garden and offers a nice and pleasant setting for a break during your visit to the MoMa.

This service is open from Wednesday to Saturday, from 12:00 to 16:30.