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Is the cafeteria at the Met Museum open?

Is the cafeteria at the Met Museum open?

The Eatery, Ground Floor Thursday through Monday: 11 a.m.–4 p.m.

Can you eat in the Met?

Other than water, outside food or drink is not allowed, unless for medical purposes. Be advised that large bags, luggage, and musical instruments are not permitted in the Museum.

What day is the Metropolitan Museum of Art closed?

Closed September 13, Thanksgiving Day, December 25, January 1, and the first Monday in May.

Is the Met rooftop free?

The rooftop café and bar on top of the Metropolitan Museum of Art is free and offers a view competitive to some of the city’s most famed viewing decks.

Does the Met check bags?

Not much else: With the Met’s security procedures, you won’t be able to bring much else with you. Visitors with backpacks or large bags will be required to check them, although purses are okay to be carried around. You’re better off leaving large items to avoid the long bag check lines.

Is the cafeteria at the met a good place to eat?

Start your review of The Cafeteria at The Met. Some years ago we’d gone on a series of tours at the MET, eaten at the cafeteria cafe and the staff in the cafe were just not in sync and one had a fresh attitude.

What does the dining room at the met look like?

The Dining Room is an elevated cuisine experience that overlooks Central Park, with a focus on local and seasonal ingredients by our Director of Culinary, Bill Telepan. We locally source our ingredients from farms within a 150 mile radius of The Met.

Who is the director of the met dining room?

Created with Sketch. The Dining Room is an elevated cuisine experience that overlooks Central Park, with a focus on local and seasonal ingredients by our Director of Culinary, Bill Telepan. We locally source our ingredients from farms within a 150 mile radius of The Met.

Where to get free admission to the met?

Find out more about your favorite Met artworks before you arrive at the Museum. Enjoy free admission, complimentary guest tickets, invitations to exclusive viewing hours, discounts, and more. Located just off the Great Hall, The Met Store presents jewelry, home gifts, publications, stationary, and more inspired by the art.