Welcome to Cornell Cafe at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
Nestled within the serene Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach, Cornell Cafe offers a delightful culinary experience. Guests are welcomed into a peaceful setting, where they can savor high-quality Japanese dishes, such as the Teriyaki Salmon and vegetarian bento boxes, made with fresh ingredients at reasonable prices. The cafe's outdoor seating enhances the tranquil atmosphere, perfect for enjoying a leisurely lunch after exploring the gardens. With a reputation for swift and professional service, Cornell Cafe invites visitors to indulge in delicious flavors and create cherished memories amidst the beauty of Japanese culture.
Cornell Cafe at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens: Reviews & Ratings
After paying for your admission to the gardens, you go through the sliding double doors and the restaurant is to your right. You look at the menu and decide what you want, order and pay at the counter and choose your seat, they bring the food to you. Very peaceful setting. Prices are reasonable. I am sure in the warmer months things can get hot. My aunt and I both got the teriyaki salmon and it was quite delicious. Everything was so fresh.
Very tasty food, made swiftly. Hostess/cashier swift and professional, servers swift and smiling. Great views. Nice customers. Highly recommend. We split vegetarian bento box and miso soup and were full for a while.
Food was definitely more on the pricy side but still really good. Had the Tofu Teriyaki & Chai Tea Boba.
The Cornell cafe provides HIGH quality Japanese food at very reasonable prices. Seating is outdoors under cover. Patrons line up for the opening, place their orders and then chose their tables. Within a reasonable amount of time, the cooking staff prepares and delivers delicious Japanese food to your table! My favorite: Seared Salmon. The prices are excellent! This place is located within the Morikami Museum and gardens, but it's so good that you could stop by here just for lunch!!!. I highly recommend!
The food is consistently excellent, I’ve been coming here for years with family and it’s always something we look forward to. Have a nice lunch, walk the gardens and enjoy the day. It’s well worth a visit, or multiple.
A beautiful spot to sit and eat and look out over the gardens
Food5 Service5 Prices 4-5 Ambiance5 Eating at Cornell cafe is one of our favorite things to do at the Morikami Gardens. We arrived about 2pm and there was a LONG line of about 20 people waiting to order. I worried that we wouldn’t be able to get lunch before they closed. But the line moved very quickly! We were able to order within 10 minutes and find a table. We sat inside, but they had both doors open and a fan on. It was a very windy day and with the fan, it was too much, so we sat in a booth out of the wind blowing through the restaurant. We ordered some pan fried chicken gyoza, a vegetarian bento box, a fried pork entree and a crispy chicken entree. Altogether with a boba tea, and green tea, our bill was 55. Everything comes in To-go containers. Everyone loved their meal. The bento box is a really good deal! I will definitely get that every time I go. We had a bit of leftovers to take home. I highly recommend getting to the Gardens a little earlier and having lunch here. Don’t worry if you see a big line. It moves quickly. The restaurant adds to the all around experience of your visit.
As a member, it's always a treat to eat lunch at the Cornell Cafe. It overlooks the lake and its a beautiful atmosphere. Well worth the trip!
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4000 Morikami Park Rd, Delray Beach, FL 33446, United States Hotline: +1 561-495-0233
Welcome to the Cornell Cafe at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Delray Beach, Florida. As you step through the sliding double doors of the cafe, you're immediately welcomed into a serene atmosphere that complements the tranquil beauty of the surrounding gardens. Located at 4000 Morikami Park Rd, this cafe serves as the perfect culinary pitstop for visitors eager to explore Japanese culture and cuisine.
The dining experience here is uniquely structured and effortlessly enjoyable. Guests place their orders at the counter and then choose a table in the outdoor seating area, covered for comfort during warmer months. It’s not uncommon to see patrons lining up eagerly for their fix of deliciousness, and once the food arrives, it's easy to understand why.
Patrons rave about the quality and freshness of the dishes. One highlight is the teriyaki salmon, which captures the essence of Japanese cooking with its perfectly balanced flavors. Customers have expressed their delight in the vegetarian bento box and comforting miso soup, all prepared swiftly and served with professionalism and a smile. The prices are notably reasonable, making it accessible for everyone to enjoy a flavorful respite.
Each visit brings a sense of anticipation, whether you're indulging in the Tofu Teriyaki paired with creamy Chai Tea Boba or sampling the popular seared salmon that leaves diners craving more. Many seasoned visitors, like Eric Natkin, have emphasized how the Cornell Cafe has become a beloved tradition for families, encouraging them to enjoy a leisurely lunch followed by a stroll through the stunning gardens.
With consistent praise from returning patrons for its high-quality Japanese cuisine and tranquil setting, it's clear that Cornell Cafe is not just an eatery; it's an experience worth savoring. So whether you’re here to enhance your visit to the museum or simply looking for an exceptional meal, the Cornell Cafe promises to deliver on both fronts.
Don’t miss out on this delightful blend of food and nature—your taste buds and spirit will thank you!