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The Modern vs Gotham Restaurant

Both restaurants are rated highly by professionals. Overall, The Modern ranks marginally higher than Gotham Bar & Grill. The Modern ranks #17 in New York City with accolades from 18 sources such as Time Out, New York Times and Forbes Travel Guide.

The Modern
The Modern
9 / 10
9 W. 53rd Street, New York, NY 10019
From $90 /night
Concierge Concierge
"The Bar Room's menu of small plates is already the favorite with diners, but both spaces have ravishing Danish modern settings and Meyer's famously perfect service."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Side by side on the ground floor of the New York MoMA are two spots that compete for the title of the country's best museum restaurant."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Created by James Beard Award-winning chef Gabriel Kreuther, the menu includes Alsatian-influenced small plates, large plates, and sharable “bites.”" Full review
Zagat Zagat
4.6
""Pure class all the way", this Danny Meyer "triumph" is a "truly special" MoMA showcase for "inspired" French–New American cooking served by a "choreographed" team." Full review
BlackBook BlackBook
"All über-clean lines, buzzing art hounds and pricey prix fixes. Room is stunning, and the food is so spectacular, inventive, and strong on seafood."
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Gotham Restaurant
Gotham Restaurant
8 / 10
12 E 12th St, Frnt 1, New York, NY 10003
From $40 /night
Concierge Concierge
"Still feels like New York's most expertly run bustling restaurant."
Fodor's Fodor's
"This culinary landmark continues to focus on a foundation of simple, clean flavors to create transcendent preparations." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Classically American like a crisp, just-pressed tuxedo, Gotham offers the finest fine-dining experience, with an assortment of perfect dishes and top-shelf cocktails." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"The high-ceilinged space is designed with oversize windows, white fabric chandeliers, and rotating artwork selected by the restaurant’s own curator." Full review
Zagat Zagat
""Still going strong" after 30 years." Full review
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