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    Terrace Cafe

    3.7 (113 reviews)
    Closed • 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Table setting
    Soo L.

    Aesthetically pleasing cafe for some light fare and drinks Stopped by to get an afternoon snack while visiting Moma. I had enjoyed dining at the Modern before so I had a feeling this place would be good too. Ambiance is in line with the overall modern art aesthetic. Service is friendly and the menu is limited but was enough to tide us over until dinner. We got the Spanish queen olives, white bean hummus, potato chips (dip was good), stracciatella (the group favorite), carrot & butternut squash soup (generous portion), and quiche. We each got a drink, coffee, or tea and I got an iced chocolate (yumm serendipity frozen hot chocolate vibes). Overall beautiful decor and good snacks & beverages. Would recommend as a good place to recharge while visiting Moma

    Lyonnaise salad (house bacon, parmesan, and a soft egg)
    Lailah J.

    Located on the 6th floor of MoMA, the Terrace Cafe has both an indoor cafeteria and an outdoor terrace. It's a relaxing place to grab some refreshments and take a break from touring the galleries. The menu has sandwiches, salads, appetizer-y light bites, desserts, and beverages (both alcoholic and non). The Lyonnaise salad looks simple but is unexpectedly excellent, with a tasty and mildly tangy dressing. The mac & cheese is cheesy enough with a nice panko crust. We also had the roast beef sandwich which came on a brioche bun and is not bad. We managed to snag an outdoor table and were seated and served fairly quickly on a weekend, though it was the mid-afternoon and near neither lunch nor dinner hour so wasn't exceedingly crowded. "Lunner" or "dinch" is the best time to dine IMO!

    Hot Chocolate
    Kebby B.

    This place is on the sixth floor of the Museum of Modern Arts(MoMA). It is good for a quick refreshment after roaming around the museum for the whole day. However, you need to invest some time off your art watching schedule since this is a sit and dine restaurant. The food is quite okayish and felt a bit higher on the price. We also grabbed a cup of hot chocolate, which was quite refreshing. It also has a rooftop/open dining area which is great if you would like to hang out in the sun. This place also has multiple charging points, so if your phone needs some juice, this is the place to be.

    Prickly pear margarita
    Mikayla M.

    The prickly pear margarita was delicious, the salad was decent, but the reuben was a little dry for me. I would try this place again but order differently food-wise. Service was great and it had great ambiance. Definitely a nice place to take a break for lunch when exploring MoMA.

    Terrace cafe bar.
    Jacqueline F.

    I came here during the celebration for an artist as he was having his opening at the MOMA. I have to say that the drinks were quite good and they actually had nonalcoholic choices for those who chose not to drink. They were very generous with their pores and I really appreciated that. I also love the fact that they had a lot of bites and that they were gluten-free. I found that out because there was one woman there, and I don't have her name, but she was so knowledgeable and helpful and was able to point me to the things that they would have that I could eat. I was so encouraged that I even ate caviar for the first time. I probably won't do it again, but I did like it. It's just that I have an egg thing and eggs kind of grossed me out. But I was willing to try it because I had confidence in this young woman and what they were passing around is hors d'oeuvres. My favorite was the squash one that was lovely. And they also had a passionfruit gummy, which was divine. I wish I could've gone home with a whole box of those. The ambience was a bit dark, but it was not offputting. But it was kinda hard to see when people were speaking, however, I have a habit of being up close to action so I didn't bother me. And I could see people across the room and know who they were so it wasn't that bad. But it was a little dark for my taste. It did provide a nice contrast to all the light downstairs. But that's not something to complain about. I don't know if I would ever have a reason to come here again because it's not like a restaurant or anything, but if I ever have the peas, you're being invited to a place like this, I would be more than happy to go and attend and enjoy the drinks and hors d'oeuvres!

    Hope S.

    After a couple of hours of looking at beautiful artwork, my stomach began to grumble. My son and I decided to grab a little lunch. Located on the six floor of the MoMA museum this cafe is equally beautiful. As the name suggests, there is a terrace lined with tables and chairs for outdoor dining. What a slice of heaven in a concrete jungle! We were shown to our table by a most gracious hostess. Our server Pen, promptly greeted us shortly after we sat down. We started off with cocktails. Passion fruit margarita for him. White wine specifically Sauvignon Blanc, for me. I was surprised that there wasn't a Cabernet offered on the short wine list? However, they did offer a Malbec and Pinot Noir for those who prefer a red wine. I chose the tomato gazpacho with Maine lobster ceviche. Fried chicken sandwich with carrot and cabbage slaw appealed to my son's tastebuds. We throughly enjoyed our meals. My soup was tasty and contained good sized chunks of lobster. The fried chicken was tender and well seasoned. I did not have room for dessert. Although I asked for a dessert menu and was provided one. I decided a hot mint tea with honey would complete my meal. This is a Manhattan eatery, so the prices are in line with the area. The quality of the food and excellent attentive service in my opinion, are well worth the price point. That being said, if you're a member of MoMA you get a ten percent discount off your subtotal. The entire vibe of the place is warm, inviting and eclectic. I will happily return on my next visit

    Acorn squash salad
    Alex M.

    Exhausted after spending the morning and parts of the afternoon exploring the MoMA, we decided to grab lunch at the Terrace Cafe. Getting to the cafe from the lobby turned out to be a challenge, since you need to go up to the fifth floor, take a special escalator to the sixth floor, and navigate through the sixth floor to the cafe entrance. We had arrived with the lunch crowd and were seated at the last available table for a party of four. Upon getting settled, our server took good care of us and promptly put in our orders. I ordered the acorn squash salad for myself and grazed on the potato chips that my table ordered. The potato chips tasted fresh and were pleasantly crispy - they are served with sour cream and onion dip, but the chips were delicious on their own. The acorn squash salad, plated beautifully, wasn't as flavorful as I'd hoped, but it made for a light yet substantial meal. The cafe itself has a balcony and great views of the city below; on a day with milder weather, it would have been pleasant to dine outside.

    Angela B.

    First stop while visiting MoMA to fuel up before heading into the museum. Wasn't sure upon arrival if you can get there without going through the museum..and I think you maybe able to. We took the long way around. Had reservations for 11:30 and was there for about 1.5 hours. Very simple decor and the seating was nice. If it wasn't so hot outside would have enjoyed the patio seating...just too humid for that. By the time we left, they were pretty packed. Got the Mac & Cheese and the Roast Beef Sandwich with horseradish, cheddar and crispy onions. Both were delicious! Coffee was good too. Our server was nice as we took a few minutes to order as we were catching up. Loved the ability to use Apple Pay upon closing the check. Would recommend for a bite before or after the museum and to make a reservation.

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    Joan S.

    A great and convenient spot if you want some beverages, light food, or even a meal after venturing through the MoMa. I got the latte which tasted fine. The scones for afternoon tea were quite delicious although quite small. Two scones came with the afternoon tea option offered for $12 for two scones and a coffee (of you get latte then additional $1). The staff was attentive and kind. I didn't try any of the meal options offered but the sandwiches and salads I saw on tables looked visually appetizing as the very least! Plenty of seating options available in terms of tables and counter seating along the wall.

    Grain Salad! (11/23/21)
    Jennifer Y.

    A nice and much needed stop when I'm spending a day at MoMa. Bright and airy is the dining room. Lovely outside patio, weather permitting. Wonderful was our server on this most recent crowded weekday visit. Lunches arrived to table at a timely manner. No rush whatsoever after the aggravating & poorly managed front hostess stand. As for my "Grain Salad", fresh and delicious were the ingredients, though too sour was the dressing for my taste. Wiser I'll be, sticking to teatime, coffee and dessert only in my future visits. Cheers!

    two glasses of wine on a table
    Joseph N.

    After enjoying the museum for hours, it was a nice break and respite to head up to this little cafe for a drink and a nice little view (you're surrounded by looming buildings, but it's still a decent experience if you're not from NYC). If you're with others, it could be a nice opportunity to enjoy a couple drinks/bites and discuss what you've seen, too. My Prosecco was a little overpriced, but whatever. Still tasty! Staff was friendly, from front of house to the server. My server, Austin, was particularly friendly, and we talked about different things. Great spot within the museum! Would love to come back and try some food offerings.

    View from the terrace.
    Shawna S.

    Truly excellent. The Terrace Cafe is fitting to its location. An exceptional collection should have a restaurant commensurate with the galleries. Courteous hostesses. Conversational service staff compliment the dining experience. Bold but uncomplicated plates. Seated quickly. The Drinks followed with equal speed. The menu is concise. Started with the eggplant dip. We followed with a grain and kale salad and a BLT. Everything really was perfect. It's nice to be able to enjoy the art, grab an on-site bite, and continue the Museum experience.

    What a view!
    Jennifer H K.

    I just had the most lovely lunch at the MOMA! I had one of the tastiest salads I've ever eaten -- a lyonnaise salad! Definitely a first for me. In addition, the wait staff were absolutely spectacular, Francis was my server and she was the absolute best!!! Would definitely do this again to try out the rest of the menu and drinks!

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