Where to Eat Near CMOM: Our Favorite Local Spots
We know that a great day of exploration includes time to recharge, refuel, and enjoy a good meal together. While food and drink aren’t allowed inside the museum, we’re proud to partner with some of our favorite local restaurants and cafés to help make your visit easier and more delicious!
The best part? You can come and go from CMOM throughout the day — just let our Visitor Services team know before you leave and you’ll be able to return to keep the fun going.
Whether you’re in the mood for a quick snack, a cozy lunch, or a treat before heading home, we’ve got some great nearby spots for you and your little ones.
Know another good neighborhood gem that wants to participate? Let us know!
Explore Our Neighborhood Favorites

Jacob's Pickles
Distance from CMOM:
3 minute walk, 509 Amsterdam and 86th Street
Kid-friendliness:
Yes!
Seating:
Full seating and outdoor available
Discounts and redemption:
Bring this flyer to Jacob’s Pickles and enjoy a COMPLIMENTARY APPETIZER with the purchase of an entrée! (Allowed one complimentary appetizer per group.)

Ray's Pizza
Distance from CMOM:
6 minute walk, 462 Columbus Ave and 82nd Street
Kid-friendliness:
Yes!
Seating:
Indoor seating, grab and go. Party room available, see manager for details.
Discounts and redemption:
CMOM Visitors receive 15% off their full order when you show receipt of CMOM Tickets.

Lido
Distance from CMOM:
A 10 minutes subway ride north to 116 Street, 2168 Frederick Douglas Boulevard
Kid-friendliness:
Yes! Also great place for date night spot.
Seating:
Indoor seating, and enclosed sunroom. Weekends evenings and Sunday brunch, reservations are recommended.
Discounts and redemption:
- CMOM Members: Receive 10% of their bill.
- Show your Membership Card to your server to redeem.
- CMOM Individual Ticket Buyers: With the purchase of an entree will receive a complimentary beverage (soft drink, house red or white wine, or beer) for each member in their reservation.
- Show your receipt to your server to redeem.

The Fox
Distance from CMOM:
A 10 minutes subway ride north to 116 Street, 2224 Frederick Douglass Boulevard
Kid-friendliness:
Yes!
Seating:
Indoor seating, TV, Trivia, and events!
Discounts and redemption:
- CMOM Members: Receive 10% of their bill.
- Show your Membership Card to your server to redeem.
- CMOM Individual Ticket Buyers: With the purchase of an entree will receive a complimentary beverage (soft drink, house red or white wine, or beer) for each member in their reservation.
- Show your receipt to your server to redeem.

Luke's Lobster
Distance from CMOM:
4 minute walk, 509 Amsterdam and 86th Street
Kid-friendliness:
Yes!
Seating:
Indoor seating, limited outdoor (weather permitting)
Discounts and redemption:
Free Kid’s Grilled Cheese* with the purchase of a Lobster Roll when you show receipt of CMOM Tickets.
*Kid’s Grilled Cheese comes with chips and an apple juice box