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The Empire Hotel Rooftop

The Empire Hotel Rooftop

Roof Deck, Lounge, and Hotel Bar
Lincoln Square, New York
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    The experts at Village Voice and The Corcoran Group recommend this place
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    ELS Language Centers
    "Wonderful rooftop bar with great views of Lincoln Center."(8 Tips)
    China Grill Management
    "Live Jazz every Monday @The Empire Hotel Rooftop:Join"(4 Tips)
    Natalia Q.
    "Gorgeous views of Lincoln center, great bar and ambiance."(41 Tips)
    Melissa B.
    "Renee at the outdoor bar is the most awesome bartender!! Shes sweet..."(2 Tips)
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  • Linda A.heart icon on user image
    Linda AppelqvistSeptember 22, 2013
    Great rooftop party at 1am is this place packed with a rocking party crowd. A tip is to come here early so you don't have to wait in a long line or pay expensive coverage fee.
    Upvoted Sep 11
  • Concert Ticket Agency
    Concert Ticket AgencySeptember 10, 2012
    Chill after work, or attend a great party here. Located on the 12th floor of this luxury hotel. Fantastic views of Lincoln Center as well as the Broadway & Columbus Avenue. Monday night jazz a must.
    Upvoted Aug 28
  • Paige C.heart icon on user image
    Paige CJuly 13, 2018
    Came for a drink but ended up staying for the views and the delicious food! Go all the way to the pool level and enjoy a meal or some drinks outside. The fish tacos are great.
  • Douglas Elliman
    Douglas EllimanJuly 10, 2014
    With beautiful views of NYC and Lincoln Center this rooftop is both comfortable and sexy. We love happy hour specials with $8 cocktails and live jazz music on Mondays!
  • Michael F.heart icon on user image
    Michael Fox-RabinovitzFebruary 12, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Fantastic little spot to look down on Broadway, pretty quiet week nights, try the sangria
  • Bridget W.
    Bridget WilliamsSeptember 7, 2014
    Getting up there was beyond frustrating and I was on the VIP list... It didn't help that it was a stupidly humid day! VIP area was open-ish bar. Great view past the sweaty faces and bodies!
  • Erik C.
    Erik CintronAugust 10, 2012
    Go on a Thursday night when they do there after work special 5 beer and 5 wine real nice lots of bougie people but then at night a Spanish crowd comes in the music gets better and the food not bad
  • VenueTapheart icon on user image
    VenueTapJuly 1, 2014
    Empire Rooftop rivals other NYC rooftops, offering a unique background to any celebration. We will help you plan your next event by checking us out on www.venuetap.com
  • Anna O.
    Anna OhareDecember 3, 2014
    Not bad prices considering it's a roof top bar. Get a glass of Malbec & sit under the sign. The inside doesn't have great views!
  • Samali S.
    Samali SenyanaMarch 1, 2014
    Everytime I've been here its always a hassle at the door. if you're black be prepared to jump through hoops... if you must go it better be an event and you better come early likr before 10
  • Christina C.heart icon on user image
    Christina ChinApril 11, 2017
    Nice rooftop bar with indoor and outdoor areas.
  • Karen E.heart icon on user image
    Karen ElizabethOctober 7, 2015
    Bartenders are subpar, and offended if you ask about the advertised happy hour specials. Also quick to judge who "has money" or doesn't, and assume you want your tab closed if they deem you the latter
  • Gilt City
    Gilt CityMarch 18, 2011
    The Empire Hotel's rooftop lounge features live jazz on Monday night, and DJs Thursday through Saturday. It’s the perfect place to unwind after a long day of work—or a busy spell of weekend shopping.
  • eric b.heart icon on user image
    eric bornemannJanuary 31, 2018
    The food and beverage is nothing much, but the view overlooking Lincoln Center is one of the reasons you wanted to move to NYC in the first place.
  • Pascal M.heart icon on user image
    Pascal MSeptember 28, 2018
    Smoking Outdoor terrace is a bit small and no effort is made to make it look nive, but it's a general thing in this hotel. It's all about the location.
  • LogoTV
    LogoTVMarch 8, 2011
    “Empire lobby lounge & rooftop lounges are 2 of my favorite places in NYC. The lobby lounge is so sexy & comfy. The rooftop has gorgeous views, a fireplace & amazing drinks!” – Meredith, Setup Squad
  • Joe D. K.heart icon on user image
    Joe D. KayJune 24, 2012
    People say they give you a hard time to get in but we were on line for 5 mins then called off it and let right in. I guess it helps when you're 4 hot girls!  Fun times. A lot of fist-pumping music.
  • ELS Language Centers
    ELS Language CentersApril 13, 2012
    This is the Empire Hotel from the "Gossip Girl" TV show. Wonderful rooftop bar with great views of Lincoln Center. Go at sunset for the best viewing.
  • Stevyn G.heart icon on user image
    Stevyn GilmoreNovember 13, 2016
    Music, view, hospitable staff. Drinks are delicious! Try the Mac & Cheese Bars
  • Brenda S.heart icon on user image
    Brenda SenyanaMarch 1, 2014
    If you're Black and don't look like a model come in small groups and really early (like b4 9pm). Also being on a list doesn't matter, you still might not get in!
  • Curbed
    CurbedMay 2, 2014
    Bask in the glow of the Empire's universally recognizable red sign on the pool deck while kicking back in a contemporary lounge chair. Read more
  • deryosch
    deryoschSeptember 1, 2012
    Sit under the huge neon sign and enjoy the view! p.s. The beef sliders are really good. They come with seasoned fries.
  • Meghan L.heart icon on user image
    Meghan LapidesAugust 17, 2018
    When it’s crowded stay away, it’s a nightmare. But early evenings it’s a great place for a cocktail and a sunset.
  • Jenna H.heart icon on user image
    Jenna HahnSeptember 2, 2019
    Great location, and the staff are really nice. The only problem was there was no room service and we were supposed to get water bottles each day that they didn’t have.
  • Marie L.heart icon on user image
    Marie La RueAugust 16, 2020
    Overall average food and service, but fantastic views of the area and good photo op location.
  • China Grill Management
    Live Jazz every Monday @The Empire Hotel Rooftop:Join us all summer long for Django Jazz Mondays withThe Stephane Wrembel Trio LIVE from 6:30-9:30pm. Admission is free and drinks specials until 8pm.
  • Marc S.heart icon on user image
    Marc SNovember 16, 2019
    Good drinks and views, very pleasant when it’s not too crowded.
  • Howcast
    HowcastOctober 21, 2011
    Hit up the Empire Hotel's Fireside Cocktails and live Jazz on Oct. 24th! And don't forget to watch our video on How to find great Jazz in New York City! http://ow.ly/74MiE
  • Lahmeik S.
    Lahmeik StaceyAugust 19, 2011
    Take in the breathtaking views of the City while drifting away to Monday night jazz. Empire is a great place to wind down after work during weeknights.
  • Trae F.heart icon on user image
    Trae FOctober 8, 2018
    Great views. Nice and quiet on a Sunday afternoon for a glass of wine.
  • Nadia S.heart icon on user image
    Nadia SwanJune 21, 2022
    Beautiful rooftop bar in the heart of NYC. Private party!
  • Brian Z.
    Brian ZeilingerSeptember 6, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    There is no better place to spend a summer night in the city. Great drinks, the best people- just a lot of fun!
  • Leigh Anne Z.heart icon on user image
    Great views of the city and the best bartenders!
  • Heather P.
    Black Sambuca! And sitting at the bar. Great bartenders- thanks Jeremy!
  • Melissa W.
    Melissa WeissNovember 28, 2013
    Thanksgiving eve. No line. Come with a group of friends and it's a great place to chill.
  • Cheryl C.
    Cheryl ChoJuly 22, 2014
    Free jazz shows on Monday nights and go while drink prices are still discounted during happy hour
  • Duncan P.
    Duncan PJSeptember 3, 2014
    Drinks out by the neon sign in summer is the best
  • Sana S.
    Sana SyedJune 10, 2014
    The place all in all was entertaining the staff could rather be a little less stuck up. Except the waitress in VIP shes awesome!
  • 3FLOZ
    3FLOZJuly 15, 2011
    Their rooftop is perfect for summer cocktails. A large roof deck with hot orange couches. Wait staff is super helpful.
  • NCM
    NCMJune 27, 2012
    This rooftop lounge, backed by restaurateur Jeffrey Chodorow, features 3,000 square feet of outdoor space and private chaise longue-equipped cabanas.
  • Elsie T.heart icon on user image
    Elsie TousseMay 9, 2016
    An excellent rooftop bar with outdoor lounge!
  • JD M.
    JD MaloneOctober 4, 2014
    Great staff and one of the best views in the area
  • Dawnie N.
    Dawnie NgoSeptember 7, 2013
    Not too shabby. Nice view with a dance floor and descent music. Be sure to dress up a bit to get in.
  • Perestrelka
    PerestrelkaJanuary 10, 2013
    saturday night party - 1 a.m.: no FC/DC - guys wearing sweaters, overcrowded, age 18-24, too loud music, night city view - nothing gorgeous, line to checkroom from the entrance....
  • Eric
    EricSeptember 29, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    NYC's #1 Afterwork Party .. Each and Every Thursday. Great Drink Specials, Good Food, Good Music.. Just Say Eric Of LAW Sent You At The Door For Complimentary Admission
  • Bravo
    BravoAugust 9, 2011
    If want to debate Twitter etiquette whilst wearing a tiny top hat, there is no better roof top in the city.
  • Lisa
    LisaAugust 3, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Get there early, secure seats and enjoy the cocktails and sunset
  • Artem G.
    Artem GorodetskiyApril 2, 2012
    They have cool jazz events every week with free admission, search Wventbrite to find this out.
  • Karin B.heart icon on user image
    Karin BäcklundJanuary 13, 2014
    A very friendly club with an amazing view!
  • Sarah G.
    Sarah GosnellJuly 26, 2013
    They prevented my husband and I from going up because he was wearing (stylish) sneakers. It's against dress code and we couldn't attend a party because of it. Take your business elsewhere. Snobs.
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