Dining

Cafe Leonelli and Le Jardinier are located in the Nancy and Rich Kinder Building for modern and contemporary art. Cafe Leonelli at Glassell School is in the Glassell School of Art. Convenient parking is available in the underground garage at 5101 Montrose Boulevard.

Cafe Leonelli at MFAH

Enjoy traditional Italian cuisine in a friendly and relaxed environment. Cafe Leonelli at MFAH serves breakfast, salads, hot food, focaccia, and sweets, Wednesday–Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and until 8 p.m. Thursday. MFAH members receive a discount on dine-in service.

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Cafe Leonelli at Glassell School

This location of Cafe Leonelli is open Monday–Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. with a selection of coffees, focaccia, sweets, and more. Stop in to take a break, or pick up a treat when you’re on the go. Lunch menu available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. MFAH members receive a discount.

Le Jardinier at MFAH

French for “the gardener,” Le Jardinier offers a refined culinary experience with dinner service Tuesday–Sunday; lunch Wednesday–Friday; and brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Reduced-rate parking for Le Jardinier is $6. Parking for MFAH members is complimentary.
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