There is nothing nicer than an evening cocktail with a supreme skyline view!
More and more mingling is being done al fresco and with your head in the clouds. Raise your glass and savor this roundup of rooftop bars in our great City of New York.
New for You High Atop Hotels:
Arlo Roof Top (A.R.T.) Soho
231 Hudson Street
New York, NY 10013
(212) 342-7000
Featuring all new lounge furniture, this totally revamped rooftop, offers a culinary experience by Harold Moore of Harold’s Meat + Three with his new American menu. With scenic views and comfy lounge seating, plus a new cocktail list with a line of summer drinks, this picturesque spot provides a unique experience.
The Broken Shaker New York
23 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10010
(212) 475-1920
This popular Miami cocktail bar recently debuted in the City and it does not disappoint. The anticipated spot created by Gabriel Orta and Elad Zvi, offers a Caribbean and Middle Eastern menu and specialty drinks tailored for New York with both indoor and outdoor space.
Ophelia at the Beekman
OPHELIA LOUNGE NYC -THE GRAND TERRACE
3 Mitchel Place
(49th & 1st Avenue) 26th Floor
New York, NY 10017
(212)123-4567
The all-season rooftop lounge located at the top of the Beekman Tower, honors the original building’s beauty and character. The 26th floor rooftop is made up of three distinct areas: The Grand Terrace, The Outer Terrace and A Private Dining Room offering delicious gourmet bites paired with cocktails by mixologist Amir Babayoff.
Where to Be Seen on the Scene:
Mr. Purple
180 Orchard Street 15th Floor
New York, NY 10002
(212) 237-1790
Located on the 15th floor of Hotel Indigo Lower East Side, this rooftop bar and restaurant captures the signature Lower East Side artsy and vibrant vibe. The grandiose interior space has a modern design with contemporary wooden furniture and neon lights; the two terraces offer amazing 360 degree views of New York City. The menu is stacked with locally sourced staples from Melt Bakery, Russ & Daughters, il laboratorio del gelato and Beecher’s Handmade Cheese.
The Crown
50 Bowery
New York, NY 10013
(646) 630-8057
Rising 21 floors above Chinatown, The Crown rooftop bar and lounge tops the Hotel 50 Bowery. The 360-degree views stretch from the gleaming towers of Midtown to the Brooklyn Bridge, the Freedom Tower to Williamsburg. The Asian-influenced cocktails and small bites are inspired by the neighborhood.
Magic Hour
Moxy Times Square
485 Seventh Ave
Between 36th St. & 37th St.
(212) 268-0188
This indoor/outdoor hotel rooftop bar and lounge features an R-rated “amusement park” with a rotating antique carousel for seating, a topiary garden, and a miniature putt-putt course featuring life-size animals in naughty poses. The menu offers small plates based on classic state fair foods such as lobster rolls, baby back ribs and ice cream sandwiches.
Le Bain
444 West 13th Street
New York, NY 10014
(212) 645-7600
This penthouse rooftop lounge/disco on top of The Standard, High Line in the Meatpacking District has a rotating list of world-famous DJs, unbelievable views of NYC, a plunge pool and a “grass”-covered rooftop.
Top of the Strand
33 West 37th Street
New York, New York 10018
(646) 368-6426
Featuring a retractable glass roof, this sky-high oasis delivers a bird’s eye view of the Empire State Building from the 21st floor of The Strand Hotel. The menu has something for every palate, from fine wines and delicious cocktails to tuna tartare and lobster rolls.
The Empire Hotel Rooftop
44 West 63rd Street
New York, NY 10023
(212) 265-7400
The Empire Rooftop offers a luxurious interior and exterior space. Complete with East and West Terraces, the lounge has two bars, a working fireplace, and a retractable roof providing views over Lincoln Center and Central Park.
Monarch Rooftop & Indoor Lounge
71 W 35th Street, 18th Floor
New York, NY 10001
(212) 630-9993
This Scandanavian-chic bar is a glamorous nightspot that features picturesque views of the Empire State Building. The indoor/outdoor lounge radiates a seductive vibe with plush velvet surrounding the venue. The space is on the 18th-floor penthouse of the Marriott Courtyard Herald Square, looking over Macy’s.
Loopy Doopy Rooftop Bar
102 North End Avenue
New York, New York, 10282
(212) 945-0100
Situated on top of The Conrad New York Hotel, this rooftop bar not only provides an amazing view of the New York Harbor and The Statue of Liberty, but also creates an amazing happy-hour experience. Their signature drink “Prosecco and Icepop,” an alcohol-infused ice pop right in your glass of Prosecco, is hard to pass up. The sophisticated atmosphere along with the stylish decor makes Loopy Doopy the perfect spot to meet up with some friends after work.
Pod 39 Rooftop
145 E 39th St
New York, New York 10016
(212) 865-5700
On top of the Pod Hotel, the Latin American ambiance and cocktails take you to another place and time while you take in the spectacular New York scenery of the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building.
Rooftop Bar at the Jane
113 Jane Street
New York, NY 10014
(212) 924-6700
This rooftop bar is located atop the Jane Hotel, and it offers great views of the Hudson River, cold drinks and a leisurely and fun atmosphere that is like stepping back in time with its faux-watermarked walls and elegant oak bar. A great spot after visiting the new Whitney Museum a block up.
As the warmer months are upon us, reserve your spot at these summer-worthy rooftop bars for an elevated view and an assortment of signature cocktails. Cheers!
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