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Rooftops NYC guide
Top 15 locations in New York City for Cocktails
byJoshua Kaufman
Live update: Updated March 22, 2022Copy link
Copy link1. Monarch Rooftop Bar
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Uriel MaslanskyGreat view of the Empire State Building
Joshua KaufmanThis impressive rooftop bar in NYC is located on the 18th floor and from the terrace you get a stunning view over midtown Manhattan, and most of all, fantastic vistas of the Empire State Building. Very modern and stylish, both indoors and outdoors, with a Scandinavian-chic feel with lots of comfy lounge sofas and bar stools. The menu has smaller bar bites and offers the regular selection of beers and wines along with some very well made specialty cocktails. Popular and energetic place, reservations are highly recommended. Source: https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html
2. Loopy Doopy Rooftop Bar
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Julia SThe Loopy Doopy rooftop bar is located at the Conrad New York Hotel with an outstanding view of both New York and New Jersey’s skyline, as well as the Hudson River, the Statue of Liberty and New York Harbor. The bar offers some small plates for eating, but is mostly famous for a very good and creative cocktail list, especially the Prosecco & Ice Pop cocktail. One of the best rooftop bars in New York to hang out with your friends, enjoying Cocktails and watch an amazing sunset. Source: https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html
3. The Roof
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Emy MoorePerched atop the Viceroy Central Park, and if you are serching for a stylish place where you can gaze out over Central Park, this is the NYC rooftop bar to visit. A swanky indoor and outdoor lounge with a very luxurious yet uncluttered décor, where you can enjoy a fine selection of both classic and house cocktails, a set of regionaly brewed beers, wines by glass or bottle and a small set of bar bites. It is pricey for sure, but with the views, quality and great ambience it is well worth it. Source: https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html
4. Salon de Ning
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanWhen you enter this chic terrace bar in NYC, you get the feeling of being in Shanghai in the early 1900s, with a décor in classic Asian style. Located at the famous and luxurious Peninsula Hotel, and from the two terraces you get a magical view of 5th Avenue and the surrounding sky scrapers. The rooftop bar offers an extensive cocktail list, with well made signature cocktails, and even their own classics, along with wine and bubbles by the glass and some small plates for the hungry ones. High in quality, and also quite high in price. Source: https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html
5. Westlight NYC
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SWestlight is a NYC rooftop bar, located on the 22nd floor of The William Vale in trendy Williamsburg. From here you’ll get sweeping city views over the famous Manhattan skyline and the East River. Incredible! Run by the Chef Andrew Carmelllini’s NoHo Hospitality Group, offering a dynamic menu with both classic and original cocktails, a long list of wines, craft beer, rare sprits and some small plates with inspration of global street food. Perfect spot for both early evening cocktails, trying to catch the amazing sunset over Manhattan, or a more festive and vibrant nightly visit, with a young and chic crowd enjoying Brooklyn under the stars. Source: https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html
6. Harriet's Rooftop
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SLocated on top of 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge in Dumbo (Brooklyn), this is the place for craft cocktails and amazing panoramic views over the Manhattan skyline. Both open-air rooftop bar and indoor lounge, Harriet's is open daily and offers a lush and vibrant setting. Popular spot that, apart from fine cocktails, also offers some very fresh and tasty bar bites. Guests staying at the hotel can also enjoy the small but fantastic rooftop pool. Source: https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html
7. Upstairs at the Kimberly
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanThis rooftop bar in New York is located on the 30th floor at the Kimberly Hotel. From the roof you get a great view of the Chrysler Building. The setting at the rooftop is 'luxurious cocktail bar', with leather chairs, a stylish design, so really a sophisticated oasis above the buzzing streets below. The rooftop bar offers a large set of signature cocktails, wines and a wide selection of tasty bar bites. Every weekend between 12-4pm you can also enjoy a fantastic rooftop brunch. Open year round thanks to a retractable glass roof and wall. Source: https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html
8. B. On Top at Gansevoort Meatpacking
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Emy MooreAt the roof of Gansevoort Meatpacking NYC, you find this chic lounge / cocktail bar called B. On Top. With a stylish setting, a flowing layout of several indoor and outdoor spaces and magnificent views over Manhattan and Hudson River, this is really one of the top NYC rooftop bars. Offering a nice menu, with a large set of well made cocktails along with a good selection of tasty bar bites. Great destination from sunrise to sunset, serving breakfast, relaxing cocktails in a chill ambience daytime / early evening, and later at night (especially weekends) you can expect alot more people, top DJs and a rooftop party atmosphere. Source: https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html
9. The Press Lounge
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SOne of the best NYC rooftop bars. Known for their amazing service and quality regarding everything, along with spectacular views over both Hudson River and the mighty Manhattan skyline. A menu with quality over quantity, including a set of well crafted cocktails, beer on both bottle and draught, wine and bubbles by the glass and a few bar bites and snacks. Perfect place for both after work and post dinner cocktails, soaking in views of the Big Apple, enjoying the sophisticated but vibrant atmosphere. Source: https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html
10. Haven Rooftop at Sanctuary Hotel
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanA terrace bar in NYC which is situated on the roof of the Sancturay Hotel, right in the city center. The location is almost as good as it gets, one minute away from Times Square and about the same distance to Rockefeller Center, and the terrace offers great views of Manhattan. Both rooftop bar and restaurant, offering modern American cuisine for lunch and dinner, along with hand crafted cocktails, wines and a good set of beers. And every weekend you can also enjoy a great rooftop brunch, with a large food menu and bottomless mimosas. Light and airy terrace with a great and vibrant atmosphere. Source: https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html
11. Bookmarks Rooftop Lounge
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Joshua KaufmanLovely and elegant rooftop garden, located at the 14th floor of the Library Hotel, close to Grand Central and (suitably enough) the New York Public Library. Up here you find both a cozy indoor lounge, a green and lush rooftop terrace that also holds two greenhouses where you can stay warm and still watch the stars. The rooftop menu plays with the library theme and you can choose between different specialty cocktails, like the 'Tequila Mockingbird', an exciting set of specialty sangrias, along with some small plates to nibble on. Usually a charming and calm atmosphere, with a friendly service. Source: https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html
12. St. Cloud Rooftop
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SSt. Cloud Rooftop is located at the Knickerbocker Hotel, just off Times Square in New York. From the terrace you get a lovely view of all the scyscrapers. In fact, you are right among them. An exclusive rooftop bar that is luxurious and modernly furnished. In the bar you can order from a wide selection of well made cocktails, craft beer and champagne on bottle. There is also a menu of tasty bar bites that changes over the season, along with an exclusive rooftop cigar lounge. Open and airy feel on the terrace, and even though it is popular, it usually does not feel over crowded. Source: https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html
13. Terrace on 7
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Tiffany WoodsOne of New York's latest rooftops with a swimming pool. This luxurious indoor-outdoor restaurant and rooftop bar is located at the Dominick Hotel, offering a lush terrace and Japanese inspirations in both food and drinks. There are both delicious selections of fresh sushi, and hand-crafted cocktails with Asian touches. Non-hotel guest you can reserve exclusive cabanas for the day to gain access to the pool. Or just visit for a lunch in the sun or some early night cocktails, taking in the chic and trendy atmosphere. Source: https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html
14. The Skylark
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Tiffany WoodsThe Skylark NYC rooftop is a classic cocktail lounge, located on the 30th floor near Times Square. From the roof terrace you get an absolutely stunning view of, among other things, the Hudson River, the Empire State Building and Times Square. Only open to the public during weekdays, so therefore a popular place for after work. Here you can enjoy a large set of mixologist signature cocktails made with the best ingredients, along with tasty bar bites. Great rooftop bar, known for a luxorius yet cosy and warm atmosphere, great service and sunset views to die for. Source: https://www.therooftopguide.com/rooftop-bars-in-new-york.html
15. Dear Irving
PEOPLE ARE SAYING:Julia SRecommended this place!
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