Stir

4.7 (1023)

$30 and under

American

2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130

Make a booking

Stir

4.7

$30 and under

American

Art Museum

Make a booking

2 people

11 Nov 2026

19:00

Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Healthy
Great for brunch

Located in the iconic Philadelphia Museum of Art. Enjoy an intimate dining experience at the only Frank Gehry–designed restaurant in the Northeast. The inspired artisan menu will feature seasonal and organic local ingredients, served in a stunning architectural setting. Museum admission required.

Operated by Constellation Culinary Group

Constellations are made of connections.
So are we.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon, Thu–Sun 11:30–14:30 Dinner Fri 14:30–19:30
Phone number
(215) 684-7990
Website
http://www.philamuseum.org/dining
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Catering
For catered and private events please contact pma.dining@constellationculinary.com

Location
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Area
Art Museum
Parking Details
There is a parking garage behind the museum.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Concierge
AI Beta

Our AI assistant, Concierge, is here to answer your questions about this restaurant.

Carrot VelouteUS$12.00
hazelnut crumb, scallion oil, creme fraiche, dill
Ricotta & Mitica Honey Dip US$14.00
herb & lemon ricotta, mitica honey, grilled pita & crispy lavash, cucumber
PanisseUS$14.00
chickpea, spiced tomato sauce, petit salad
Avocado Toast US$16.00
avocado mash, jammy egg, tomato chutney, chili-garlic crunch, pea tendrils
Tuna TatakiUS$19.00
herb-crusted tuna, grilled asparagus, green-garden mayo, fennel, black garlic

Salad

Add to Any Salad: Chicken (gluten free) $10 / Salmon (gluten free) $10 / Shrimp (gluten free) $10

Spring Green SaladUS$15.00
green leaf lettuce, feta, snap peas, fennel, green apple, lemon vinaigrette, almond-sesame crunch
Baby Gem Caesar US$15.00
house caesar, crispy croutons, cured egg yolk, aged parmesan, chives

Entree

Stir Smash BurgerUS$25.00
cooper sharp, shredded lettuce, fried onions, crispy bacon, mac sauce, sesame seed bun, fries
Grilled Chicken SandwichUS$24.00
sourdough, grilled chicken, bacon, avocado, roasted tomato, lettuce, green goddess dressing
Spring Pesto MafaldineUS$24.00
grilled shrimp, pistachio, garlic breadcrumbs, lemon, parmesan cheese
Coulotte Steak US$29.00
romesco, crispy potato, beef jus, garden butter, cooked medium-rare
Striped Bass 29US$29.00
thai-coconut green curry, jasmine rice, spring vegetables, pea tendrils, fried shallots
Broccoli Cheddar QuicheUS$21.00
frisee salad

Dessert

Gelato & SorbetsUS$9.00
Strawberry ShortcakeUS$15.00
vanilla scone, whipped strawberry bavarois, macerated berries, milk rocks
Olive Oil CakeUS$15.00
buttermilk ice cream

Sides

Parker House RollsUS$5.00
summer garden butter
Papas BravasUS$9.00
crispy torn potatos, bravas sauce, topped with lemon aioli
AsparagusUS$11.00
green-garden mayo

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Stir.

4.7

(1023)

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Stir is a delightful restaurant nestled within the Philadelphia Museum of Art, offering "delicious food" with a menu that caters to diverse dietary preferences, including vegan options. Patrons praise the "excellent service," attentive staff, and "innovative menu." It's a "hidden gem" with a cozy atmosphere, perfect for a relaxed meal amidst art exploration.

1,023 Reviews

A
Arlene Diane
New York State13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All five of my friends loved their lunch from the delicious cauliflower veloute soup to the large charcuterie selection and the fresh ricotta cheese with toppings of mushrooms and onions on toast and finally to the grilled chicken sandwich with fries. We highly recommend the lunch and will return soon.
Is this helpful?
B
Beth
Philadelphia County6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant!! Lovely tasty and healthy food. Soups and salads and frittata always excellent. Make a reservation.
Is this helpful?
d
deborah
San Francisco Bay Area11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely restaurant inside the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Food was good and service was excellent. Went for brunch on a Sunday
Is this helpful?
R
Ryan
San Diego2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 24 October 2026
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
It was an okay experience. Would try again if in the area.
Is this helpful?
M
Mark
Philadelphia County3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The quality of the food was excellent. We ordered a board- and it relies on the quality of the ingredients. - it was up to the task. And we shared a smash burger. It was also excellent. Our server, Al, was warm and professional. She kept her eye on us and was there if we needed anything at all. A really nice experience!
Is this helpful?
C
Cheryl
Philadelphia County4 reviews
4.0
Dined on 17 October 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good ambience & great location but the menu could be improved.
Is this helpful?
L
Lee Ann
Philadelphia County1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was so happy they have vegan options, which the museum has been unreliable about in the past. The menu was clearly labeled (vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, etc.). The cauliflower curry soup was especially good, and a tofu option to add to the salads was appreciated.
Is this helpful?
J
Janet
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on 12 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved the Smashburger! The Frank Gerghy designed restaurant was as equally amazing as the Museum. I highly recommend.
Is this helpful?
L
Lee
Philadelphia County77 reviews
4.0
Dined on 9 October 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We are museum members, never tried Stir before, but made a reservation and were pleasantly surprised. food very good and service good, the smash burger was a winner. Will be back
Is this helpful?
D
Deborah Gold
Philadelphia County121 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A lovely lunch with friends after some art. Unbeatable.
Is this helpful?

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon, Thu–Sun 11:30–14:30 Dinner Fri 14:30–19:30
Phone number
(215) 684-7990
Website
http://www.philamuseum.org/dining
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Catering
For catered and private events please contact pma.dining@constellationculinary.com

Location
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Area
Art Museum
Parking Details
There is a parking garage behind the museum.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Featured in

5 November 2026
Where to Eat, Order & Celebrate Thanksgiving Around Philadelphia This Year
The Philadelphia Museum of Art’s Stir Restaurant and Café is listed among local destinations offering seasonal menu items for Thanksgiving.
Published in 93.3 WMMR

FAQs

Sunday is a lovely day to visit Stir, several guests praise its Sunday lunch and describe relaxed, well-seated museum-day meals.

Portions at Stir tend to be on the lighter side, guests often find them well suited to a light lunch or to sharing a few side dishes.

At Stir you'll dine in the museum's intimate dining room, guests report booths and banquettes alongside regular table seating, and the restaurant accepts private parties.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished attire (comfortable and not formal), appropriate for dining inside the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Stir is especially pleasant at lunch, several guests note the dining room can be quiet, and arriving a bit after the regular lunch hour often finds it particularly calm.

Stir welcomes private parties, private gatherings are allowed at the restaurant inside the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Yes, families visit Stir; one reviewer brought their son who enjoyed potato-and-leek soup and a chopped salad, and guests can request a booth for a comfortable family table.

Stir sits inside a Frank Gehry–designed dining room with an airy, minimalist feel and an eye-catching architectural ceiling; guests describe the space as both serene at quieter times and moderately lively when busy.

How FAQ content is generated

Make a booking

Stir

4.7

$30 and under

American

Art Museum

Make a booking

2 people

11 Nov 2026

19:00

Booked 14 times today

Stir

Make a booking

Stir

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Small

Carrot VelouteUS$12.00

Ricotta & Mitica Honey Dip US$14.00

PanisseUS$14.00

Avocado Toast US$16.00

Tuna TatakiUS$19.00

Salad

Spring Green SaladUS$15.00

Baby Gem Caesar US$15.00

Entree

Stir Smash BurgerUS$25.00

Grilled Chicken SandwichUS$24.00

Spring Pesto MafaldineUS$24.00

Coulotte Steak US$29.00

Striped Bass 29US$29.00

Broccoli Cheddar QuicheUS$21.00

Dessert

Gelato & SorbetsUS$9.00

Strawberry ShortcakeUS$15.00

Olive Oil CakeUS$15.00

Sides

Parker House RollsUS$5.00

Papas BravasUS$9.00

AsparagusUS$11.00

Review summary

Additional information

Where to Eat, Order & Celebrate Thanksgiving Around Philadelphia This Year

FAQs

What is the best day to go to Stir?

What are the portion sizes like at this restaurant?

What seating arrangements/rooms does this restaurant have?

What is the dress code for Stir?

When is the best time to go to Stir?

Does this restaurant have private dining?

Is this restaurant kid-friendly?

What's the ambience/atmosphere like in this restaurant?

Make a booking

Stir

Make a booking