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The Modern

4.6(2,771)
Restaurant

About

The Modern offers refined French/New American cuisine in a sleek, modernist setting overlooking MoMA’s Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Sculpture Garden. Its tasting menus showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients with playful, contemporary twists, ideal for business lunches or elegant dinners.

With a focus on attentive, seamless service and a sophisticated atmosphere, The Modern suits corporate gatherings seeking a polished dining experience. Private seating options include The Kitchen Table, providing an immersive view into the kitchen for groups up to four, perfect for intimate meetings or client dinners.

Best for

  • Client dinners with refined seasonal tasting menus
  • Executive lunches with garden views at MoMA
  • Intimate team celebrations with attentive service

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Views of MoMA’s Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Sculpture Garden
Location
Views of MoMA’s Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Sculpture Garden
The dining room overlooks the museum’s iconic sculpture garden, offering a serene and artistic backdrop that complements the modernist interior design.
Innovative tasting menus by Chef Thomas Allan
Culinary Experience
Innovative tasting menus by Chef Thomas Allan
Guests can choose between two tasting menus—Impressions and Abstractions—featuring contemporary French/New American dishes with seasonal ingredients and playful twists, including standout seafood and lamb courses.
The Kitchen Table with front-row kitchen views
Exclusive Seating
The Kitchen Table with front-row kitchen views
A private table for up to four guests located inside the kitchen, offering an immersive dining experience with an enhanced tasting menu by the Executive Chef.

At a glance

Rated 4.6 on Google · 2,771 reviews