Philadelphia's renowned Starr Catering Group offers delicious fare at the Barnes, with a seasonal à la carte menu at the restaurant and small bites at the coffee bar. Members receive a 10% discount.
The Garden Restaurant
With transitional glass walls, an open kitchen concept, and a lovely courtyard for alfresco dining, the Garden Restaurant is a perfect lunch or brunch destination. Our creatively sophisticated New American menu features French influences and only the freshest locally and seasonally sourced ingredients by Chef Anita Hirsch. All visitors are welcome—no Barnes admission is required. Located on the first floor.
Hours:
Serving lunch 11:30am – 3:30pm weekdays (closed Tuesdays)
Serving brunch 11am – 4pm weekends
Reservations are encouraged; reserve online or call 215.278.7070.
Canvas Coffee Bar
At our cozy coffee bar, experienced baristas serve Parliament Espresso & Coffee drinks—using perfectly pulled Arabica beans, organic milk and nondairy alternatives, and good-for-you sweeteners—as well as herbal and classic British and Indian teas, housemade pastries, and an assortment of other grab-and-go items. Located on the lower level.
Hours:
10:30am – 5pm daily (closed Tuesdays)
Reflections Café
Open year-round, our café is a relaxing spot to enjoy small bites, including artisan pastries, petite sandwiches, and farm-stand salads, as well as Parliament coffee favorites. In the afternoon and evening, our knowledgeable servers offer a selection of wines by the glass. Located in the Annenberg Court or on the West Terrace in warm weather.
Hours:
11am – 4pm daily (closed Tuesdays)
The comfort and enjoyment of our guests is important to us, and we strive to accommodate your needs.
Wheelchairs
Our entire facility is accessible to standard-size wheelchairs. Because of the small size of the collection galleries, some larger mobility devices may not be accommodated in all rooms.
A limited number of standard wheelchairs are available free of charge. No reservation is necessary.
Restrooms
Wheelchair-accessible restrooms are located on the Lower Level and in the Garden Restaurant.
Parking
Designated parking is available for visitors with disabilities in our parking lot on Pennsylvania Avenue between 20th and 21st Streets. Vehicles must display a current state-issued disability placard or license plate. Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Assistive Listening Devices
Assistive listening devices amplify and clarify sound by cutting down or eliminating ambient noise. Headsets and T-coil loops are distributed free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis by request to a visitor services assistant.
Sign Language Interpreters
With advance notice, we are happy to provide sign language interpreters for lectures, workshops, special events, and reserved docent tours. Please make your request at least three weeks prior to your visit. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Email us for more information.
Closed Captioning
Open or closed captioning is available for most of our film and video presentations.
Service Animals
Well-behaved service animals are welcome to visit the Barnes.
Personal Care Assistants
Any paid Personal Care Attendant (PCA) accompanying a visitor with severe disabilities will be admitted free of charge. A request for free admission for a PCA should be made at the time the visitor with disabilities purchases their ticket. Visitors who wish to purchase advance tickets should email us or call 215.278.7200 to request a complimentary ticket for a paid PCA.
Bring your budding art lovers to the Barnes on the first Sunday of every month to experience hands-on activities, music, dance performances, and more. It's free!
We also offer storytelling, art activities, and a range of family-friendly programs.
We ask that everyone be respectful of one another, the artwork, and our facility as we work together to provide a welcoming environment.
We require that all bags be inspected upon entrance to the museum. Backpacks, backpack-style child-carriers, oversize strollers, umbrellas, bulky coats, and bags and packages larger than 12 x 10 inches must be stowed in our free coat check or lockers on the Lower Level.
We allow photography, unless otherwise posted. No flash, tripods, or selfie sticks.
Notetaking and sketching with graphite pencil is permitted using notebooks no larger than 9 x 12 inches.
If our galleries are crowded, we may ask you to stop sketching, writing, or taking photos. This helps us maintain movement throughout the space.
Help us keep the collection safe by keeping your distance—stay about two feet from any wall. You can use the line on the floor as a helpful guide. Please don't touch paintings, frames, furniture, or ironwork.
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
Food and drink are not allowed in the galleries.
The Barnes is a smoke-free building.
In certain circumstances, those who violate our guidelines may be asked to leave.
