Kunsthaus Zürich Restaurant to Be Operated by Moudi Fayad Starting March 21
The Facts
The Kunsthaus Zürich announced on January 18, 2024, that its restaurant, housed in a prominent glass cube from the 1950s, will be leased to Zurich-based restaurateur Moudi Fayad beginning March 21, 2024. Fayad, known for his Lebanese-inspired cuisine, will introduce a mezze concept called "The Art of Mezze," focusing on sharing dishes with a strong emphasis on vegan and vegetarian options, alongside meat and fish. The restaurant, renamed "Bei Moudi am Kunsthaus," will be open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., with lunch prices ranging from CHF 18 to CHF 29, dinner from CHF 34 to CHF 85, and a weekend brunch buffet at CHF 65 per adult. The space previously served as a pop-up project space during summer 2023, featuring artist collectives, before a temporary culinary pop-up in late 2023.
The Signal
This move signals a strategic shift for the Kunsthaus Zürich, transforming its restaurant from a temporary art space into a permanent, community-oriented dining destination. By partnering with a known local entrepreneur like Fayad, the museum aims to attract not only visitors but also neighborhood residents, office workers, and students, potentially increasing foot traffic and daily engagement. The fixed-price, mid-range menu and extended hours reflect a broader trend among European museums to diversify revenue streams through hospitality, while the emphasis on sharing and sustainability aligns with current culinary and social preferences. For collectors and art professionals, such initiatives can enhance the museum's role as a cultural hub beyond exhibition hours.
- People: Moudi Fayad, Ann Demeester
- Museums: Kunsthaus Zürich
- Locations: Zürich
- Prices: CHF 18 to CHF 29, CHF 34 to CHF 85, CHF 65
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