Garden Court Cafe at Asia Society | Great Performances

725 Park Avenue
New York, New York, 10021
212.570.5202

Manager Contact Info:

Gary Chimelis
Gary.Chimelis@greatperformances.com
212.570.5202

Café

Located at the Asia Society, Great Performances guides the culinary mission of the Garden Court Café, under the auspices of Chef de Cuisine Tsering Nyima, with seasonal dishes that reflect elements of the diverse cultures of Asia. In the modern, glass-enclosed space, enjoy lunch, weekend brunch, and afternoon tea. Filled with light, flowering vines, trees, and art, the Garden Court Café is a beautiful and airy spot to enjoy an Asian-inspired meal.

During the Secrets of the Sea exhibition, the Garden Court Café is featuring special menu offerings created by Chef Malcolm Lee of the Michelin-starred Candlenut restaurant in Singapore. Chef Lee's cooking specializes in Peranakancuisine blending Chinese and Malay influences with a modern twist. The Peranakan specials are:

Gula Melaka Coconut Shrimp Ball with Curry Leaf (Appetizer)

“YeYe” White Coconut Chicken Curry, Kaffir Lime Leaf, House Salad, Jasmine Rice (Entrée)

Sambal Salmon – Kaffir Lime Leaf, Red Chili, Belachan served with Spring Vegetables and Jasmine Rice

Offerings change seasonally; see our latest lunch & brunch menus.

Lunch is served Tuesday-Sunday from 1130AM-3PM, brunch is served Saturday-Sunday from 1130AM-3PM. For reservations call 212.570.5202.

Private Events

The soaring glass roof adorned with vaulted wooden beams creates the illusion that a bright, open parasol crowns the Garden Court. The blue-green marble floor resembles a cool pool of water in which weeping podocarpus trees grow. Fully-equipped with its own kitchen and audiovisual facilities, the Garden Court is a beautiful setting for almost any type of event, from elegant receptions and dinners to artistic salons and corporate soirées. It comfortably accommodates 130 with spillover space in the visitor center for an additional 50. Contact celebratefood@greatperformances.com for space rental inquiries.

GARDEN COURT CAFE