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  "slug": "the-modern",
  "name": "The Modern",
  "url": "https://privatedinnerlist.com/restaurant/the-modern",
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  "cuisine": "New American/French",
  "neighborhood": "Midtown West",
  "neighborhoodPage": "https://privatedinnerlist.com/private-dining/midtown-west",
  "spaceTypes": [
    "Private Room"
  ],
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  "capacityDetails": "Floor-to-ceiling MoMA Sculpture Garden views; up to 30 at one table, 64 seated, 80 standing",
  "description": "The Modern's private dining room transforms your group gathering into an immersive art experience, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame MoMA's Sculpture Garden like a living masterpiece while you savor Chef Thomas Allan's sophisticated New American cuisine. Your guests will find themselves lingering over wine and conversation as Rodin's sculptures catch the changing light outside, creating an atmosphere that feels both intimate and grandly cultural. With space for up to 30 around a single table or 80 for a cocktail reception, this Midtown sanctuary offers the rare combination of museum-quality ambiance and Michelin-caliber dining that makes Manhattan dinner parties legendary.",
  "priceRange": "$$$$",
  "typicalSpendPerPerson": {
    "min": 100,
    "max": null,
    "currency": "USD"
  },
  "rating": 4.6,
  "reviewCount": 2804,
  "address": "9 W 53rd St, New York, NY 10019, USA",
  "phone": "(212) 333-1220",
  "website": "https://themodernnyc.com",
  "email": null,
  "coordinates": {
    "lat": 40.761081,
    "lng": -73.976753
  },
  "hours": [
    "Monday: 12:00 to 2:30 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM",
    "Tuesday: 12:00 to 2:30 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM",
    "Wednesday: 12:00 to 2:30 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM",
    "Thursday: 12:00 to 2:30 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM",
    "Friday: 12:00 to 2:30 PM, 5:00 to 9:30 PM",
    "Saturday: 12:00 to 2:30 PM, 5:00 to 9:30 PM",
    "Sunday: 12:00 to 2:30 PM, 5:00 to 9:00 PM"
  ],
  "amenities": {
    "reservable": true,
    "goodForGroups": true,
    "outdoorSeating": false,
    "servesBrunch": false,
    "servesLunch": true,
    "servesDinner": true,
    "wheelchairAccessibleEntrance": true,
    "wheelchairAccessibleSeating": true
  },
  "businessStatus": "OPERATIONAL",
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  "photos": [
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    "https://privatedinnerlist.com/images/restaurants/the-modern-3.jpg",
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  ],
  "groupDining": {
    "summary": "Groups book the private dining room for birthdays and events of 25 to 40, with canapes and a seated multi-course dinner.",
    "notes": [
      "One reviewer hosted a birthday for 27 in the Private Dining Room with 5 passed canapes then a seated multi-course dinner including dessert.",
      "Another private event for about 40 guests included canapes, salad and beef tenderloin courses, a celebration cake and bon bon takeaways.",
      "Drinks at the private dinner were charged by consumption and described as reasonably priced; dietary restrictions were accommodated.",
      "Planning ran through the events sales manager and an event maitre d' on the day; menus and pricing are posted on the restaurant website."
    ],
    "pros": [
      "Private room handles 25 to 40 with canapes plus seated courses",
      "Event managers responsive through planning and day-of coordination",
      "Dietary restrictions and allergies accommodated for large parties",
      "Sculpture garden views and calm room allow conversation"
    ],
    "cons": [
      "Some parties report waits of 20 to 30 minutes past reservation time",
      "Service for larger tables can feel impersonal or uncoordinated",
      "Very high per person cost, plus supplements on tasting menus"
    ],
    "occasions": [
      "birthday celebration",
      "private event",
      "corporate dinner",
      "group dinner"
    ],
    "reviewsConsidered": 70,
    "updatedAt": "2026-09-20"
  },
  "updatedAt": "2026-09-20"
}