As someone that lives for a skyline view, here are my top picks for nyc rooftops. Dinner dates, happy hours, birthday celebrations, large groups, whatever you’re looking for…I’ve probably been there at least once!
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Midtown Manhattan Rooftops
Downtown Manhattan Rooftops
Midtown Manhattan Rooftops
Upscale rooftop cocktail bar, indoor/outdoor, Average cocktail ~$20
Dear Irving on Hudson
Casual yet vibrant 7th floor wrap around terrace rooftop, average cocktail ~ $20
25th floor indoor/outdoor space. Celebrated my birthday here! This place is huge, plenty of space. Average cocktail ~ $23
Elsie Rooftop
Best of the best. Indoor/outdoor, great vibe and great views. Celebrated my birthday here! Plenty of space outdoors. average cocktail ~$19
Bar Cima Rooftop Latin Cocktail Bar | Grayson Hotel
18th floor, very spacious, great for photos. Average cocktail ~$20 Happy Hour M-F 5-6:30pm
Magic Hour Rooftop Bar and Lounge at Moxy Times Square
18th floor, spacious, indoor/outdoor. Daily happy hour special drink. Average cocktail ~$19
Monarch Rooftop | Lounge & Rooftop Bar in Manhattan, NYC
Intimate casual outdoor terrace with amazing close view of Emipre State Building. Celebrated my birthday here! Average cocktail ~$15, happy hour Sun-Wed
K-32 Rooftop Bar at The Hotel at Fifth Avenue
Upscale experience rooftop lounge. Dress code. 21+ only. Average cocktail ~$27. High tea $130/pp
Nubeluz by José Andrés at The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad ...
Upscale rooftop cocktail bar, indoor/outdoor, Average cocktail price ~$20
Dear Irving on Broadway
Downtown Manhattan Rooftops
Lively, casual, serving tacos, cocktails, and canned wine. Open year round. Happy Hour M-F 4-7pm average cocktail ~ $18
The Ready Cantina Rooftop at Moxy East Village Hotel
One of the best. Multilevel indoor/outdoor rooftop. Stunning views, great vibe. Dress code. Average cocktail ~$18. Happy Hour M-F 5-7pm
The Roof - Public Hotel New York
15th floor, in ground pool, average cocktail ~$21 Happy Hour M-F 4-7
Mr Purple Rooftop Lounge & Pool at Hotel Indigo
Rooftop with great views from downtown. Average cocktail ~$17