From gourmet meals and fine dining to casual lunches and quick pick-me-ups, the Art Institute offers visitors a variety of dining options.
Please note that the museum’s restaurants are currently closed as part of our efforts to protect the health and safety of our staff and visitors.

Terzo Piano
The museum’s fine-dining restaurant, Terzo Piano, combines bold Mediterranean flavors with organic, farm-sourced ingredients to create simple but elegant dishes.
Third level of the Modern Wing, free entrance from Monroe Street.
Lunch daily: 11:00–3:00
To make a reservation, call (312) 443-8650 or visit OpenTable.

Museum Café
This vibrant family-friendly dining space offers a host of healthy and delicious options, including a special kids menu for our youngest visitors.
Lower level, McKinlock Court
Lunch daily: 11:00–4:00
Wednesday–Friday: 5:00–7:30

Balcony Café
Overlooking the Modern Wing’s Griffin Court, this convenient quick-order dining spot offers snacks, desserts, and a variety of beverages.
Second level of the Modern Wing
Daily: 10:30–4:30
Wednesday–Friday until 7:00