Dine-in
Yes
The Bar Room in New York
Categories
Location on the map
New York, New York County, New York, US
Service options
Delivery
No
Highlights
Fast service
Yes
Great cocktails
Yes
Great wine list
Yes
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Yes
Offerings
Alcohol
Yes
Beer
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Food
Yes
Food at bar
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Wine
Yes
Dining options
Seating
Yes
Amenities
Toilets
Yes
Wi-Fi
Yes
Atmosphere
Cosy
Yes
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendly
Yes
Transgender safe space
Yes
Planning
Accepts reservations
Yes
Payments
Cheques
Yes
Debit cards
Yes
Credit cards
Yes
Phone: +1 212-333-1220
Site: https://www.themodernnyc.com/
Site: https://www.themodernnyc.com/
Opening hours
- Monday:5–9PM
- Tuesday:11:30AM–2:30PM
- Wednesday:11:30AM–2:30PM
- Thursday:11:30AM–2:30PM
- Friday:11:30AM–2:30PM
- Saturday:11:30AM–2:30PM
- Sunday:Closed
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Comments (38)
Beautiful ambiance, excellent service. The food was exceptional though entrees are more appetizer size - disappointing for what they charge. Also beware if you are going for restaurant week. They only do lunch, in spite of what the NYCGO restaurant week sites says. We went for Lunar New Year family dinner and had already settled in before the waiter informed that restaurant week is lunch only. We stayed and enjoyed the food … at the exorbitant price.
Everything was fantastic!!I dont know better restaurant week experience than this restaurant!
Everything about this place was immaculate. From the decor, atmosphere, waiter, service and food. Wine pairing is a recommended. Food was delicious and the wine that came with each was a perfect match. The waiter knew details of each wine we tasted so we had an idea of where they came from. Service was extremely good. Had no complaints. Menu can seem pricey but its something you wont regret spending your money on. Great place to take someone on a date if youre looking to impress.
Ive made several visits to The Bar Room over the past couple of years and Ive never been disappointed. The classics (Tarte Flambe, Charred Avocado, Steak Tartare, Carrot Rillettes) are obviously great choices and worth having if you only get to make one visit. But on my latest visit I was astounded by just how great everything was. If I have a meal where one of the dishes is a Religious Experience, I consider myself lucky. But when I have a meal where dish after dish after dish is an R.E. (Yes, the Bar Room delivered on that)? I must have died and gone to heaven.Appetizers: The Shaved Fennel Salad (smoked salmon and grapefruit) was dressed perfectly and demonstrated solid taste and texture complexity in every bite. This is not just some fennel, salmon, and grapefruit thrown in a bowl and tossed with some dressing. It is ultra refinement of exactly the right pieces, sizes and quantity of fennel, with exactly the right pieces, sizes and quantity of smoked salmon (with equally top drawer execution of the smoking), with exactly the right pieces, sizes and quantity of grapefruit... dressed perfectly. Thats a lot to say about one little salad, right? Yeah, but it was one heck of a salad. An R.E. White Asparagus Soup: ultra refined tastes and textures. Yes, Im saying that about a mere soup. Morel Mushroom Fricassee: each bite was different: Sometimes subtle sweetness from the corn and sometimes interesting acidity from the pickled shallots, but always beautiful textures on the palate.Caviar Soldier: maximum indulgence. But every appetizer always has ultra refined tastes and textures (are you sensing a common theme here?).Entrees: Ill skip the entrees because they were all great. Thats not to undermine them either. They are all worth having.Desserts: the menu seems to change fairly frequently with no one recurring signature dish. But trust me that this is a good thing, not a bad thing, and I dont mean that in a negative way either. Every dessert Ive ever had at the Bar Room, bar none (pardon the pun), has been excellent. So why is it a good thing that they change the dessert menu relatively frequently? Its simple: Its practically a sport to see what incredible creations the evil geniuses will come up with next. Most recently, the Rice Pudding (rhubarb and jasmine ice cream) was mind blowing with ultra refined tastes and textures (I know, I know, I sound like a broken record). I recall a Sweet Potato Parfait some months ago, which on the surface sounded mundane, but was a religious experience. These are not sloppy, in-your-face sweet, throw it down on the plate, desserts cooked up by some pastry chef who is not the equal of the Executive Chef. These are ultra refined, complex tastes and textures that are the equal of every dish youve had leading up to the finale.Service: excellent of course. You wouldnt expect anything but warm, attentive, down-to-earth, sincerely friendly, and knowledgable from a place of this caliber. The wait staff, Somms, bus-people, runners were all consummate professionals.Tipping: I have to say that although it has taken some getting used to on my part, and although I know the front of the house doesnt like it, Danny Meyers Hospitality Included, No Tipping policy at all of his properties is a big bonus for the customer. In a traditional tipping environment, its always awkward to know how much tip to leave on the wine portion of the bill vs the food. And should one include the all-too-many state and local extras (e.g. SFs living wage tax) in the calculation? Its much easier if the restaurant just tells me how much to pay, end of story.The staff clearly understands the idiom of the customer is always right and never bats an eyelash when I make seemingly goofy requests. The scene in the Bar Room is casual and quite diverse ranging from the midtown locals who come in for a high end whisky with friends after work; to the tourists who bring their 2 year old and stroller just to get a rare whack at some New York City Michelin-starred food; to the jokers like me.
Overall excellent place. The food is top notch, the place is very elegant, and the services top tier. I came here for a restaurant week and a served brunch on a Sunday. Would definitely love to come back here again even if its not restaurant week.
The food is incredible. Staff is incredible. Vibe is perfecto.Went Jan 2022: favorites were the duck liver appetizer and steak tartare with crispy potatoesFavorite meals were the chicken, ravioli, lamb, and gnocchiAll so good
Horrible customer services!!!! They hangup on your phone for no reason. which is so rude. Please don’t go to the restaurant!
Outstanding. Oysters, then duck, then mousse
We had lunch in the bar/lounge and it was a great experience. First the staff is so well trained and attentive. They are as good as it gets. We loved watching the open kitchen. So much attention on every detail for the plating. We shared the scallops that were cooked perfectly and served in an amazing sauce. Also shared the Black Truffle Cavatelli that was out of this world. Also enjoyed the Rose champagne recommended by the friendly and helpful som. One of the nicest lunches we have ever had and cant believe it is located in the heart of a museum--even better!
Food was good very small portions and very high price. Its a look at me kind of place. Small Cheese board, Steak Tartare was mid size at best was good. The lamb was again a very small portion more of a tapas type dish than a entree. 1 beer 1 coffee came to $115.00
Tasty food, good atmosphere. And the bathroom napkins are really nice
Dishes were very tastey and unique, dessert was outstanding. Service and management were very friendly. Ambience at the bar room was less stuffy than regular fine dinning but still very sophisticated. Also great value.
Really nice restaurant connected to the MoMa museum of art. We came for the lunch restaurant week menu and enjoyed the experience. The Bar Room is more casual than the actual restaurant and allows for a la carte options. Dining room is pre fixe only.
Emily is an amazing bar tender and the entire staff is Amazing.
Amazing place to go for a snack and a drink in the afternoon. The Tarte Flambe is highly recommended. Evening meals are just as wonderful.
We came for dinner with friends and found the restaurant to have an interesting selection of menu options. Be prepared to pay stiff pieces for the wine though.
Great service, great food. It was birthday dinner and all staff treated us really specially. We were so happy!
Ate dinner at the bar at the bar room. Delicious and bartender was great too
Rude staff, excellent food. Shame
BEN IS AN ACTUAL GEM. PLS ASK FOR HIM
Superb!
Quality products
Good and delicious salads, but a bit rushed. The price of being inside of MoMA.
What a lovely experience. Everything about this was great.For starters we had the gem lettuce, avocado and smoked sturgeon and the steak tartare with crispy potatoes. The salad was so refreshing, perfect for a hot summer day! The steak was not traditional because it was coated with a delicious green sauce, but equally refreshing and delicious as a steak tartare should be. The potatoes are first boiled and then deep fried so you get a tender yet crispy bed to place the tartare over. Oh and they also bring table bread with butter which is fluffy and perfect for scooping out the juicy sauces that the dishes leave behind.For entrees we had the chicken and salmon. They’re on the smaller size, but it was a good portion considering you are at a fine dining restaurant. Both tender and perfectly cooked.The maitre’d, host, waiters and runners are all so respectful and make you feel like royalty. What caught us by surprise the most was that when caught peaking into the kitchen (drawn by those gorgeous white marble tops), we were actually invited to step into the kitchen for a tour. We got to see the kitchen in action and got a sneak peak of the preparation of some dishes. That’s a first!Definitely recommended. If not for their full menu, search for restaurant week and make a reservation with at least 2 weeks in advance.
Because The Modern is too expensive, only to eat the Kitchen Bar, the three courses contain 85 knives, no need to give tips. good environment.Recommended Steak Tartare for the starter and a salty caramel for the dessert. The main course lamb is generally the same.
Was it Resy? I was confused to write only à la carte, but I could order three courses. One appetizer & a small item, one item from the main, one item from the dessert, $ 75, including chips. Asking for black truffle rigatoni costs $ 25 more. Its in the same place as a 2 star modern, its delicious and certainly not expensive, but I thought Japan was more delicious. Recommendations are scallops and tart tatin! Tenderloin is delicious, but it can be eaten anywhere. Tangerine is a tangerine sorbet that can be eaten in Japan. Appetizer grilled avocado and the club is sour cream? I dont like Japanese taste when I hear something stronger. Rigatoni with black truffles is also expensive. We went to 2:30, but it is good that lunch is available late. He / she keeps coat.I do restaurant week in late January, so it is not the food I usually use, but I can eat it a little cheaper.
I love the moden on NYs best list along with Milos and Marea
Its exquisite food line and a very comfortable place .... I recommend it ..
Total reviews rating 4.7
38 Reviews for The Bar Room 2023:
Review №1
2022-02-09Definitely worth it! I had oyster for the first course, duck for the entree, and chestnut dessert. Oyster and duck are delicious!!! The dessert looks beautiful but the taste is not so good, still worth trying! My first idea after finishing the lunch is to bring my family back here again! Nice service and cozy environment. Highly recommend!
Review №2
2022-01-26What an exceptional and inspired dining experience! The food is a delight for sophisticated palates with flavors that are innovative yet comforting and familiar at the same time. The service is truly extraordinary - and thanks to Vanessa and the team at The Bar Room at The Modern for making us feel like guests instead of customers. Can’t wait to return!
Review №3
2022-02-05A simply delightful Restaurant Week (RW) experience!Extra points for restaurants that showcase their regular lunch menu items on the RW menu!Making reservations was super easy on Resy. When my boss decided to call me 30 mins before my lunch reservation on a Friday, I called the restaurant with my updated arrival time, and they were very appreciative.After being promptly seated, two very friendly servers came over to offer us complimentary sparkling/still water.We decided to order a cocktail with our meal. I mean...why not? TGIF!!I got the Ginger, and it was delicious (be aware that the ginger taste was prominent). My bf got the Coffee, and it tasted like a spiked cold brew.We started with steak tartare and the gem salad. As much as I did enjoy the steak tartare (with crunchy potatoes), it was good but nothing special. But the gem salad was a real treat. The dressing was very tasty, and the entire dish was super refreshing. I never knew lettuce could taste this good.For the main, we got the sea bass and duck. Wow!! While both dishes were great, Id pick the duck over the fish if you must choose one. The duck had the right amount of fat, and it balanced so well with the radicchio. The fish dish came with some broth, so if you are looking for a comfort dish, that would be the one.Needless to say, after all that plus the bread, there was no room for any desserts.The service overall was attentive and not overwhelming. Our water glasses were constantly filled, and the food came out at the right tempo.Book this place before RW ends!!
Review №4
2022-02-01The good reviews were definitely made by their own staff. The menu doesnt have anything to offer, the vibe is nothing special, and the staff... All made the WORST EXPERIENCE I have ever had in NYC!Look at the oysters below, you get something better than this anywhere, and you dont have to pay $30 😐
Review №5
2022-02-10Once my reservation to here was confirmed, I was very excited, as I thought that I would not be able to get a reservation.Bread: fluffy yet dense. A soft bread that had layers. Pretty tasty with the butter. Probably the best table bread I have had.Steak tartar with crispy potatoes: steak was diced, a bit chewy. Really came together with the bits of onions and acidic sauce. Had to have everything together to get full effect of textures and tastes. Crispy potatoes had the texture of a nice, soft baked potato on the inside.Roasted chicken with cauliflower and foie gras:The first bite of of the chicken was warm and familiar. I realized it was quite similar to rotisserie chicken, but it was not overly salty like rotisserie chicken can be. The skin was crispy. It was a bit hard to cut into the chicken at times, but it pulled apart smoothly. The sauce was bright, caramelly, and notes of flavors that I really could not describe by taste. The only thing I imagined was that the flavors were similar to spring time flowers that bloom quickly and disappear just as quick. The foie gras had a unique flavor, and a stronger aftertaste. Hard for me to describe. The clauiflower was tender, but still had a snap.All in all, I enjoyed my lunch and I am glad that I came here during the NYC Restaurant week. At the end, I was surprised at how full I was.Would I come again? I would, but to try the other dishes. While it was not mind blowing, I did enjoy my meal and the service, and would definitely recommend it to anyone curious about the experience. I would rate this at four stars, but as this was a part of NYC Restaurant week, I rated this at five stars instead.
Review №6
2022-02-07A very elegant civilized place for a drink and dinner after a visit to MoMA, after film screenings, or just shopping. The service is attentive and knowledgeable, especially about the wines. Some dishes are more shareable than others. Recently had a fun “bucket” of honey fried chicken (boneless) and fries. Always make room for dessert!
Review №7
2021-11-03Oh! White truffle tagliatelle. How I love thee.The seasonal white truffle pasta dish and wagyu beef were exceptional. We also had the beet, burrata and pistachio, along with the eggplant for starters.We had friendly and hardworking staff. We are grateful for them.We were regulars at The Bar Room until the world shut down nearly two years ago. We’re glad to be moving about again and returning to some of our favorite places.
Review №8
2022-06-11Impeccable service-atmosphere. The Pride cocktail special was exceptional. Cucumber and pea salad, Hamachi with miso and bussels sprouts, smoked potato ravioli with ramps and maitake, crispy salmon with warm potato salad-- Milk bread with homemade butter topped with fleur de sel.Need I say more?
Review №9
2022-02-04Great looking venue with beautiful lighting, flowers, and bar. The food was outstanding, but their portion size was rather small. $40 lamb entree had one thin slice of lamb- amazing taste, but not enough food. Wine was well paired but my glass was barely 1/4 full. Sea bass was awesome, as was their millefeuille chocolate dessert.
Review №10
2022-06-16My third time at the Bar room. Wines are excellent, the glass is well filled (for 16$) - the food is pretty good too, but you have to ask why a salad costs 22$ - basically leaves with dressing. The tartare is covered in a green sauce (like Frankfurt green sauce but more creamy) - I would have preferred it to be on the side to understand how the tartare itself tastes-. Excellent desert. Service is friendly and attentive. The Bar room is a very good hang out place if you are not too hungry and want to be in a hip ambience.