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Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson - Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson, New York, NY

Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson

4.4
4.4
578 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Innovative
Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson is a vibrant contemporary American restaurant from Marcus Samuelsson within the Perelman Performing Arts Center. Metropolis is the culinary anchor of this new cultural cornerstone of Lower Manhattan and is honored to play a role in the final chapter of rebuilding the World Trade Center site. Its menu explores the rich culinary traditions of New York City through a modern lens with theatrical cocktails, a fun and worldly wine list, and gracious hospitality. Designed by David Rockwell, Metropolis features a dazzling yet warmly inviting dining room and a bustling bar, a landscaped outdoor terrace, and a lobby lounge featuring free-to-the-public artistic programming.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 11:30 am–2:00 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Marcus Samuelsson

Experiences

  • Metropolis x BJÖRK Café and Bistro: sweDISH Dinner

    Mar 13, 2025 only
    Thursday, March 13th 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm $95 per person, excluding beverage, tax, and gratuity A limited à la carte menu will also be available this evening. Join us for an unforgettable evening as Chef Marcus Samuelsson pays homage to his mentor, Chef Ulrika Bengtsson, the visionary co-founder of BJÖRK Café & Bistro. Ulrika played a pivotal role in Marcus’ journey, guiding him as he transitioned to New York City, and now, he’s honoring her with a dinner that celebrates their shared roots, Swedish heritage, and the deep bond of mentorship. This special evening will be a heartfelt tribute told through a beautifully crafted menu—showcasing the rich flavors, traditions, and warmth of Swedish cuisine. Expect soulful dishes, meaningful stories, and a one-of-a-kind dining experience filled with love, gratitude, and Nordic inspiration. Don't miss this intimate celebration of food, culture, and the power of mentorship. MENU Snack Dry Aged Cod Loin Cold Water Shrimp and white fish roe Appetizer Warm Beef Carpaccio Tofu, Porcini Tea Main Crispy Seared Salmon Bundles Potato, Orange Fennel Broth Dessert Mini Princess Cakes
    Metropolis x BJÖRK Café and Bistro: sweDISH Dinner Photo
  • Honoring the Women Who Shaped Marcus

    $110.00 per person

    Mar 19, 2025 only
    Kitchen Table to Michelin: Honoring the Women Who Shaped Marcus Metropolis invites you to a truly special culinary experience celebrating Women’s Month. Inspired by the remarkable women who have shaped Chef Marcus Samuelsson’s life and career, we present an exclusive four-course menu crafted in their honor. Indulge in a prix-fixe dining experience that tells a story of resilience, creativity, and love—woven into every dish. Each course is a tribute to the women who continue to inspire Chef Marcus, bringing their influence to life through bold flavors and masterful techniques. MENU Maya Warm Beef Tartar, Kibbeh, Golden Yolk, Teff Pancake, Pickles Leah Chicken, Seared Scallops, Peas, Crispy Collards, Smoked Ham, Shellfish Broth Helga Aged Duck Breast, Pickled Duck Ragu, Glazed Carrots, Lemon Grace Tableside Trolley, Cotton Candy, Soaked Berries, Confetti Cake, Honey Ice Cream
    Honoring the Women Who Shaped Marcus Photo

Offers

  • Music At Metropolis

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - Fri - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Join us every Thursday & Friday from 7–10 PM for an unforgettable evening of live DJ beats, mouthwatering cuisine, and handcrafted cocktails. Feel the rhythm with a perfect mix of today’s hits, soulful R&B, and Afro beats—setting the vibe for an unforgettable date night, a stylish ladies' night, or just a night to unwind. Great music, amazing food, and the ultimate atmosphere—what more could you ask for?

    Music At Metropolis Photo

What 578 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson offers a "spectacular vibe" with a stunning atmosphere, "creative and delicious" dishes, and "impeccable service." Highlights include gorgeously plated food, inventive cocktails, and standout options like the crispy snapper and passion fruit tart. While some service inconsistencies exist, it remains a must-visit for those attending events at PAC NYC.

578 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food wasn’t as flavorful as expected, and I feel over priced.
    Metropolis by Marcus SamuelssonResponded 1 day ago
    We're genuinely sorry to hear that your experience at Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson did not meet your expectations. We're usually known for our culinary excellence, so it's disappointing to hear that we missed the mark on your visit. Please trust that we wanted nothing more than to "wow" you and your guests in every way, and we sincerely apologize. We look forward to hosting you again the next time you are in the neighborhood so we may show you a better experience and restore your faith in our restaurant. Warmly, The Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson Team

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  2. janine

    New York City3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The staff was lovely. THe art fabulous. The food was awful. Fluke was terrible cut. Horrible presentation. Huge oval plate with way too much carrot sauce with dots of basil, orange, pomegranate. Three sad pieces of fluke in the center. Needs to be served in a smaller vessel And rethought. Steak was very sweet but again plating issue. The pickled vegetables needed to be on the plate with the meat so the diner understood the sweetness of the very grisly piece of meat was offset. I love Samuelsson’s other venues. This was a huge disappointment.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing dinner and service tonite in an exquisitely designed space.

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  4. Deron

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing, each dish was full of depth and flavor from the starters all the way to the desert.I could of drank that Flying Fish Cocktail all night. The DJ was also exceptional. 10/10 would recommend
    Metropolis by Marcus SamuelssonResponded on March 2, 2025
    Hi Deron, We're thrilled that you had a 10/10 experience at Metropolis! It's wonderful that you enjoyed our food and cocktails, and that the DJ added to your visit. We strive to provide a memorable experience and your recommendation is truly appreciated. Thank you for your kind words! Best Regards, The Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson Restaurant Team

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York City42 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    THANKS to front man RUBIN! WONDERFUL. I turned up TOO early...by ONE MONTH !! with 8 noisy, happy & very dressed-up friends to celebrate my Anniversary. My huge messup! Rubin was amess-up! Calm & professional. He elegantly told me not to panic. He would be right back after checking what he could do! We happily waited. A Smiling came back & I was so thrilled we walked arm in arm thru the room ( I was in HIGH heels) he thanked ME for being a loyal OPEN TABLE DINER & for being so nice! They were able to shuffle spaces and put us at a HUGE wooden table it almost like a communal table for 12! Rubin hoped we would not mind if the band was a bit loud. We did NOT the band was PERFECT & blended in with the atmosphere. Rubin was kind, professional and saved my ENTIRE weekend. He also went with the flow of my Italian/Australian banter admitting what an idiot I was & clearly my happy chatter as he lead me to our table was thanks to him & the professionals at METROPOLIS. OH the FOOD YES! it was GREAT lots of platters to share. . Brussels sprouts a tad oily but WOW! The CRUDO PLATTER was a ART EASEL of colour & taste. The cheese fries MIRACULOUSLY had no visible cheese just the flavor taste, supercrispy & SKINNY! I don't remember the rest I was so happy! Go. It's fun and you can dress up & actually be seen.
    Metropolis by Marcus SamuelssonResponded on March 3, 2025
    Wow! Thank you for choosing to dine with us and sharing your wonderful experience. We're thrilled that Rubin and our team were able to provide such exceptional service. Their calm professionalism and ability to think on their feet truly made your celebration even more memorable. Your kind words have us beaming with pride. We hope to see you again soon! All the best, The Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson Restaurant Team

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  6. Pedro

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely incredible experience from the ambience, aesthetics, and music. Our server was extremely knowledgeable about every menu item and gave us a wonderful breakdown of popular pairings to choose from. The unexpected star of the show were the Crispy Brussel Sprouts. They were perfect and a must!

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  7. Barbara

    New York City32 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice setting but can be hard to get to. Good food and service but not a huge menu.

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  8. Jake VIP

    New York City10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I dined here with a work colleague for lunch. The space is beautiful and I bet it would be lovely for a drink before a show.
    Metropolis by Marcus SamuelssonResponded on February 24, 2025
    Dear Jake, Thank you for being our guest. We appreciate your feedback and sincerely apologize for your disappointing experience. We wanted your visit to be memorable with delicious flavors, impeccable service, and a beautiful atmosphere, and we let you down. Your comments are taken to heart and will help us correct our missteps in the future. Please know that we reached out to you privately and hope to hear from you soon. We hope you will extend us a second chance and allow us to show you our best. With regrets, The Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson Team

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  9. Lizzie VIP

    New York City37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fantastic. Food was superb. We had the cornbread, Swedish salad, the snapper and brisket. Amazing food. Service was attentive but not intrusive. Excited to return
    Metropolis by Marcus SamuelssonResponded on February 16, 2025
    Dear Lizzie, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your meal and appreciated the food and our attentive service. We’re just as excited for your return and can’t wait to welcome you back for another amazing experience! All the best, The Metropolis Restaurant Team

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  10. Rashad

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I thoroughly enjoyed dining at Metropolis. The ambiance was incredible. Getting to the location is not difficult but it's at least a couple of blocks away from the train station. When we entered the location there was a musical performance taking place in the lobby of the building. So we were able to hear that music being played from our table inside the restaurant. The first item we had was the cornbread. It was different from what I expected however, it was good in it's own way. It was moist and definitely warm. We ordered a coupe drinks. One was the yes sir. It had some of the whisky made by Beyonce. Our entrees were the Sugar Hill (fried chicken) which was delicious and the brisket. They were both tasty. Another appetizer we had was the cheesy fries. They were shoe string fries with a cheese powder. It wasn't a bunch of melted cheese, which I enjoyed.
    Metropolis by Marcus SamuelssonResponded on February 18, 2025
    Dear Rashad, We appreciate you joining us at Metropolis and sharing your experience! The live music from PAC NYC’s lobby adds a special energy to the space, and we’re glad it enhanced your visit. It sounds like you chose well—our Sugar Hill fried chicken and brisket are favorites for a reason, and we’re happy to hear you enjoyed them. Our cornbread has its own signature twist, so we’re glad it left an impression. We hope to see you again when you’re back in Lower Manhattan. Best, The Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson Team

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Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson is rated 4.4 stars by 578 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson

251 Fulton St, New York, NY 10007

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 11:30 am–2:00 pm Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Marcus Samuelsson
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