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Grand Tier Pre-theater - The Grand Tier Restaurant, New York, NY

The Grand Tier Restaurant

4.6
4.6
4081 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Romantic
The Grand Tier Restaurant is located inside The Metropolitan Opera House and offers both a la carte and prix fixe menus. The restaurant welcomes the general public, not just ticketed guests of the Metropolitan Opera House. Reservations required. The restaurant’s location makes it the perfect pre-theater dining experience for all guests of Lincoln Center. The exquisite modern American cuisine and classic dining room, highlighted by Chagall murals and brilliant Swarovski crystal chandeliers, make it a memorable destination regardless of the occasion. Our doors open two hours before curtains go up.
Ticketed guests of the Metropolitan Opera may also dine in the restaurant at intermission, but must pre-order and reserve via phone: 212.799.3400, or email: thegrandtier@patinagroup.com . Reservations for ticketed guests dining at intermission ONLY, are not taken via Open Table.
Please note that proof of vaccination is no longer required.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–13:30 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (212) 799-3400
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Florian Wehrli
  • Private party facilities
    Group Dinners welcome. We are happy to accommodate groups of 10 - 200.
  • Area
    Lincoln Square
  • Cross Street
    Broadway and Amsterdam, between 65th and 62nd st.
  • Parking details
    Check out Metropolitan Opera website for parking information.<br />
  • Public transit
    1 Train to 66th st. Lincoln Center
  • Entertainment
    New this season is Sunday Holiday Brunch with live recitals by rising Met artists. These performances only occur on Sundays, scheduled one per seating at 12:30 pm and 2 pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 4,081 people are saying

The Grand Tier Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Grand Tier Restaurant offers a truly "magical and delicious experience" with an elegant atmosphere perfect for pre-opera dining. Patrons rave about the "impeccable service" and the unique treat of having dessert during intermission. While prices are on the higher side, the ambiance and convenience make it "worth the splurge."

4,081 Reviews
  1. Jack VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thanks to James at the Patina Restaurant Group for organizing a Table of 10 at the Grand Tier Restaurant for our wonderful dinner just before our New York Philharmonic performance across the Lincoln Center Plaza. The food was beautifully presented and delicious as the very professional staff helped us meet at 7:30 pm curtain at David Geffen Hall. There's nothing like the first-class Grand Tier Restaurant in the Lincoln Center area.

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  2. Judy VIP

    San Francisco45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Grand Tier is my go-to restaurant when attending the opera. the setting is beautiful, the staff welcoming, and the food delicious. James, the host, is among my favorite reasons for dining there. His greetings are so warm and when phoning you to confirm your reservation, he makes you feel like the most important diner to patronize The Grand Tier.

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  3. Susan VIP

    New York City47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Magnificent setting within Met Opera House with gorgeous Lincoln Center views. Fabulous cuisine! Attentive staff.

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  4. Jamie VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's an elegant dining experience. We go for the venue and service which is very efficient in order to finish by showtime. The food is good, not exceptional, and expensive, but you pay for the experience and convenience when attending the opera.

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  5. Karim VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Get the souflée, a wonderful off one menu item part of the prix-fixed menu

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  6. Albert

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service. Expensive drinks. First courses excellent. Main course overcooked and dry. Desert excellent.

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  7. philip VIP

    New York City64 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service Definitely recommend going there for a show and take advantage of the intermission deal

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Mississippi1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A thoroughly enjoyable evening! I highly recommend the Grand Tier!

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  9. Eliza

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, setting and service were all extraordinary. The food was cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. The service was exceptional with the timing of when plates were served calibrated so that we were not rushed to get to our seats for the opera. It is an unparalleled milieu; to sit beneath the crystal chandeliers and feel the anticipation building as the audience arrives for the performance. The maitre d' recognized me from the reservation, seated me at my favorite table without me requesting it, greeted me personally upon arrival and made my guest feel welcomed. What more could one ever ask for to create a marvelous dining experience?!

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Carol VIP

    New York City67 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 8 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We eat here often before attending the opera. I have to say it has improved tremendously. They added new items to the menu such as the lamb chops that both my husband and I ordered. That was an excellent choice. I highly recommend. The staff is always efficient and very friendly and accommodating.

    2 people found this helpful

FAQs

The Grand Tier Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 4081 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for The Grand Tier Restaurant

Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY 10023

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Broadway and Amsterdam, between 65th and 62nd st.
  • Area
    Lincoln Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–13:30 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Check out Metropolitan Opera website for parking information.<br />
  • Public transit
    1 Train to 66th st. Lincoln Center
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Florian Wehrli
  • Entertainment
    New this season is Sunday Holiday Brunch with live recitals by rising Met artists. These performances only occur on Sundays, scheduled one per seating at 12:30 pm and 2 pm.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (212) 799-3400
  • Private party facilities
    Group Dinners welcome. We are happy to accommodate groups of 10 - 200.
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