From waking up early, excited to see the exhibits, to dissecting your favorite pieces over a bite to eat at the end of the day, there\u2019s nothing quite like a day at the museum.<\/p>\n
We consider that post-museum-bite-to-eat an extremely crucial part of the optimal museum experience so we\u2019ve created a shortlist of our most favorite places to eat, drink, and relax around the Rubin Museum of Art.<\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re planning your Museum Hack day out early, sitting at the museum right now, or in charge of the company outing to the Rubin, take a look at the suggestions below to help complete your museum experience.<\/p>\n
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Here\u2019s our current shortlist of favorite food spots near the Rubin Museum of Art:<\/p>\n
J\u2019s Pizza<\/a> <\/i><\/b>–\u00a0<\/i>98 7th Avenue,\u00a0New York, NY 10011<\/p>\n Just a half mile from the Rubin, J\u2019s is a straightforward pizzeria. Offering freshly made pizza by the slice with a wide variety of pizza styles and toppings, as well as an ample amount of seating, J\u2019s is the perfect place to drop in for a quick slice on the quick.<\/p>\n Wrapido <\/i><\/b><\/a>– 104 8th Avenue,\u00a0New York, NY 10011<\/p>\n If Mediterranean sandwiches and salads are your speed, Wrapido is the place to go. Affordable pricing and fresh food make Wrapido a can\u2019t-miss-spot when you\u2019re near the Rubin and want a no-hassle dinner.<\/p>\n Chelsea Papaya <\/i><\/b><\/a>\u00a0– 171 W 23rd Street #1,\u00a0New York, NY 10011<\/p>\n Offering a wide variety of food, including pizza, burgers, and hot dogs, Chelsea Papaya is the ideal spot for a quick bite on the go. The service is great and the restaurant is open around the clock, so stop in anytime!<\/p>\n Cafe Serai<\/strong><\/a> – The Rubin’s very own bar and restaurant!<\/em><\/p>\n What could be more convenient than sticking around post-tour for a meal and drinks at the Rubin’s in-case cafe? On Wednesday nights, they feature live music at their Himalayan Happy Hour from 6:00 p.m.\u20139:00 p.m.<\/p>\n Los Tacos No. 1<\/a>\u00a0<\/i><\/b>– 75 9th Avenue,\u00a0New York, NY 10011<\/p>\n Serving up tacos on the cheap and an authentic Mexican menu, Los Tacos No. 1 provides delicious, flavorful tacos that don\u2019t cost an arm and a leg. We think it makes an ideal place for post-museum discussion or Taco Tuesday outings!<\/p>\n The Hummus and Pita <\/i><\/b><\/a>– 585 6th Avenue,\u00a0New York, NY 10011<\/p>\n Like Los Tacos, The Hummus and Pita delivers on its name by providing excellent hummus and pita menu options. Far from your normal pita place, The Hummus and Pita is cost-effective and fresh, aiming to bring you a great lunch at even better prices.<\/p>\n Pizza Italia <\/i><\/b><\/a>–\u00a0307 West 17th Street,\u00a0New York, NY 10011<\/p>\n With plenty of seating and affordable pizza, Pizza Italia is a great place to kick back and enjoy a good dinner, without kicking too many of your dollars from your wallet. Between the two of us, try the garlic knots – they\u2019re delicious!<\/p>\n Burger & Lobster<\/i><\/b><\/a>\u00a0–\u00a039 West 19th Street,\u00a0New York, NY 10011<\/p>\n With a wide variety of seafood and burger options, Burger & Lobster is a great place to bring a friend, a date, a coworker, or your Museum Hack tour guide. The diverse menu makes it an appealing place to go if you\u2019re not quite sure what you want just yet, but are veering closer and closer to \u201changry\u201d territory.<\/p>\n Amelie<\/i><\/b><\/a>\u00a0–\u00a022 West 8th Street,\u00a0Manhattan, NY 10011<\/p>\n What pairs better with a day at an art museum than an incredible French dinner and wine selection? Due to its elegant menu and classically sophisticated atmosphere, Amelie is a great option for those who want to make a romantic evening out of their trip to the Rubin.<\/p>\n Oramen – <\/i><\/b>575 6th Avenue,\u00a0New York, NY 10011<\/p>\n A delicious take on the ramen scene, Oramen provides great meals and a welcoming atmosphere for a conversation.<\/p>\n Blossom <\/i><\/b>– 187 9th Avenue,\u00a0New York, NY 10011<\/p>\n Serving up brunch, lunch, and dinner, Blossom is a great place with a wide variety of vegan options. The snacks are top notch, and the upstairs seating area is perfect for larger groups.<\/p>\n The Wild Son<\/i><\/b><\/a>\u00a0–\u00a053 Little West 12th Street,\u00a0New York, NY 10014<\/p>\n With a dizzying array of juices, breakfast food, and sandwiches, The Wild Son is a perfect spot to sit down and catch up with your museum touring partner. Just a heads up – seating is limited, so if possible, choose to dine outside of the busiest times of the day.<\/p>\n Elephant & Castle\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/a>–\u00a068 Greenwich Avenue,\u00a0New York, NY 10011<\/p>\n With both traditional American brunch options and some more unique possibilities for the foodies among us, Elephant & Castle is sure to satisfy any brunch seeker. If you\u2019re going on an earlier tour, brunch from Elephant & Castle is a great way to get your day started: breakfast has been found to help improve focus and processing ability!<\/p>\n Bar B<\/i><\/b><\/a>\u00a0–\u00a084 7th Avenue,\u00a0New York, NY 10011<\/p>\n What Bar B lacks in size, it makes up for in quality. The happy hour menu goes until 7pm, the drink menu is plentiful, and the food is delicious.<\/p>\n Oscar Wilde <\/i><\/b><\/a>– 45 W 27th Street,\u00a0New York, NY 10001<\/p>\n With a beautiful location and extensive cocktail bar, Oscar Wilde is a perfect way to feel like you\u2019re in a classic novel, all within just a short distance from the Rubin. It\u2019s also conveniently next to Penn Station, so commuters can pop on by when they arrive!<\/p>\n Bathtub Gin <\/i><\/b><\/a>– 132 Ninth Avenue,\u00a0New York, NYC 10011<\/p>\n We\u2019ve heard it has the best gin martinis in town (Don\u2019t worry – they\u2019re not actually served in a bathtub.) Do we need to say more?<\/p>\n Flex Mussels<\/i><\/b><\/a>\u00a0–\u00a0154 West 13th Street,\u00a0New York, NY 10011<\/p>\n Boasting an incredible array of seafood, Flex Mussels sure to make anyone in your party happy. With staples like the lobster mac n\u2019 cheese, oysters, and of course mussels, any seafood lover is sure to want to add Flex Mussels to their list.<\/p>\n Flatiron Room<\/i><\/b><\/a>\u00a0–\u00a037 West 26th Street,\u00a0New York, NY 10010<\/p>\n With live jazz and a cocktail bar, Flatiron Room is straight from a scene in La La Land. If you want to be swept away to a time from the past that never quite was, go to Flatiron Room and enjoy the ambiance.<\/p>\n Sound off on your favorite places to eat near the Rubin, and we\u2019ll see you on a tour of the best museums in NYC<\/a> real soon!<\/em><\/p>\n Looking for other great museum eats in cities we tour in? We’ve got you covered:<\/em><\/p>\n Good food, great museums, and even better lists? 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