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Rooftops

1. Loopy Doopy Rooftop Bar

6.5
102 N End Ave (Conrad Hotel), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Battery Park City · 83 tips and reviews

Jenina S.Jenina S.: Prosecco on tap! They also have different flavored popsicles served in prosecco, try the blood orange flavor!

2. Gallow Green

8.7
542 W 27th St (btwn 10th & 11th Ave), New York, NY
Lounge · Chelsea · 232 tips and reviews

Elyse E.Elyse Estrada: Make a reservation at http://mckittrickhotel.com/gallowgreen/ and do not #sleepnomore on the Sleep Bowmore Punch. It's divine!!

La Piscine at Hôtel Americano is one of Rooftops.

3. La Piscine at Hôtel Americano

6.9
518 W 27th St (btwn 10th & 11th Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Chelsea · 22 tips and reviews

Pierrick B.Pierrick Bouquet: On a hot summer day, I love drinking a glass of Provence Rosé at La Piscine! Magnums available if you are very thirsty! Read more.

4. Rare Bar & Grill Lexington

7.4
303 Lexington Ave (btwn E 37th & E 38th St), New York, NY
Burger Joint · Murray Hill · 161 tips and reviews

Umair Z.Umair Zia: Oh man not my crowd at all. Business attire. Drinks are crazy over priced ($9 for Bud Light, $16 for small cocktails, etc). BUT a great view of the city from this rooftop = post-date drinks.

5. Rooftop 93 Bar & Lounge

6.5
93 Bowery (Hester Street), New York, NY
Lounge · Chinatown · 16 tips and reviews

Bob A.Bob Aurelio: Great signature drinks. Try the City View!

6. 230 Fifth Rooftop Lounge

8.1
230 5th Ave (btwn W 26th & W 27th St), New York, NY
Rooftop Bar · NoMad · 714 tips and reviews

Concert Ticket AgencyConcert Ticket Agency: Gorgeous views, ample bars so you don't have to go back inside to grab drinks once you get settled. Great place to hang pre or post show at Webster Hall or Irving Plaza nearby.

7. Birreria

7.9
200 5th Ave (at W 23rd St), New York, NY
Brewery · NoMad · 326 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Anthony Bourdain recommends this “insane Italian beer garden and rustic style eatery.”

8. Bar 13

6.2
35 E 13th St. (at University Pl.), New York, NY
Bar · Greenwich Village · 65 tips and reviews

Drew K.Drew Kolar: The two-for-one happy hour ROCKS, but it's even better on the roof!! Also, Yuengling on tap makes my belly smile...

9. Living Room Bar & Terrace @ W New York - Downtown

7.0
123 Washington St (Albany Street), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Financial District · 16 tips and reviews

Michael T.Michael Taylor: Great view of freedom tower and all of the surroundings

10. Northern Territory

12 Franklin St (at Meserole Ave), Brooklyn, NY
Australian Restaurant · Greenpoint · 143 tips and reviews

Tracey C.Tracey Churray: Great views upstairs on the roof deck but no food up there just drinks.

11. Hudson Terrace

621 W 46th St (btwn 11th & 12th Ave), New York, NY
Night Club · Hell's Kitchen · 114 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Cocktail tastings every Friday, 6 drinks for $30! Enjoy the views and the retractable roof when the weather permits.

12. The Press Lounge

653 11th Ave (btwn W 47th & W 48th St), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Hell's Kitchen · 201 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Fantastic views and awesome space, but $15 drinks served in plastic cups, a long line and no music. Humm…there are better places to try.

13. Social Bar, Grill & Lounge

5.5
795 8th Ave (at W 48th St), New York, NY
Pub · Hell's Kitchen · 69 tips and reviews

Patti D.Patti D: affordable midtown bar. bring your beers to the rooftop in the summer. Read more.

14. Rooftop 48

7.0
605 W 48th St (11th & 12th Avenue), New York, NY
Latin American Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 14 tips and reviews

Trendy D.Trendy Danie: Food was delicious. Good drinks , good atmosphere

The DL is one of Rooftops.

15. The DL

7.2
95 Delancey St (at Ludlow St), New York, NY
Lounge · Lower East Side · 108 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Head straight to the third floor with its retractable roof for some delicious tapas on a warm summer night – get the PB&J, Truffle Pops and Lobster Crack.

16. The Crow's Nest

6.7
309 Vincent Ave (Rt. 17 South), Hackensack, NJ
American Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

Douglas M.Douglas M.: Come see your parents on their big night out..

17. Penthouse 808

8-80 Queens Plaza South (at Vernon Blvd.), Long Island City, NY
Bar · 65 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: As soon as you step out of the elevator, you’ll be greeted with the most wondrous view of the Manhattan skyline (especially at night). The food is so-so, but the drinks are nice and strong.

18. Above Allen

6.1
190 Allen St (inside SIXTY LES Hotel), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Lower East Side · 32 tips and reviews

Thompson HotelsThompson Hotels: This plush lounge boasts sweeping panoramic views from the new World Trade Center to the Chrysler Building.

19. Hotel Chantelle

7.5
92 Ludlow St (btwn Delancey & Broome St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Lower East Side · 237 tips and reviews

Dev A.Dev Anand: Roof is very nice, but if you're trying to rip then you better get to the basement. Get right on the main level then head downstairs.

20. The Delancey

6.1
168 Delancey St (btwn Clinton & Attorney St), New York, NY
Lounge · Lower East Side · 104 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Whether it is hot or cold, sunny or rainy, the rooftop is our favorite tropical oasis in the city. Go on Wednesday night for their rooftop BBQ for 8 bucks.

21. Le Bain

8.8
848 Washington St (at W 13th St), New York, NY
Night Club · Meatpacking District · 347 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Once (and if) you get in you’ll enjoy a day (and night) lounging on the grass, on a waterbed, in a hot tub with the most eclectic crowd and the coolest music.

22. Catch Roof

7.6
21 9th Ave (btwn 13th St & Little W 12th St), New York, NY
Roof Deck · Meatpacking District · 26 tips and reviews

Meg D.Meg D.: Good earlier in the night.

23. Brass Monkey

7.8
55 Little West 12th St (at 10th Ave), New York, NY
Bar · Meatpacking District · 232 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Huge space and fantastic rooftop patio – no direct bar though. Happy Hour until 7pm with $2 off domestic beer and $7 wine.

24. The Roof

124 W 57th St (btwn 6th and 7th Ave), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Theater District · 59 tips and reviews

Nikki E.Nikki Erskine: Gorgeous view to the north, including Central Park. Grab a drink downstairs if there's a wait, and bring out-of-towners you want to impress.

25. Top of the Strand

7.6
33 W 37th St (btwn 5th & 6th Ave), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Garment District · 79 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Awesome views of the Empire State Building from the intimate rooftop bar. Expensive drinks served in plastic glasses.

26. Upstairs

8.1
145 E 50th St (btwn Lexington & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Lounge · Turtle Bay · 81 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Enjoy libations like the Knob Creek/dry vermouth/Maraschino Midtown Manhattan at the spectacular main bar, which's topped with blue Belgian marble and wrapped in LED-backlit rubbed bronze lattice work Read more.

27. Monarch Rooftop

7.6
71 W 35th Street (Corner of 6th Avenue), New York, NY
Lounge · Koreatown · 97 tips and reviews

LeiaLeia: This spot opened a few weeks ago so hurry and check it out before it gets crowded. Beautiful view of the Empire State Building, chill atmosphere, and easy to get in!

Bookmarks is one of Rooftops.

28. Bookmarks

7.0
299 Madison Ave (East 41st St), New York, NY
Lounge · Midtown East · 49 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: This rooftop is one of the most romantic spots in the city. We’re especially fond of their literary-themed drinks like the Tequila Mockingird or Jackie Collins.

29. Pod 39 Rooftop Bar

8.4
145 E 39th St (btw Lexington & 3rd Ave), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Murray Hill · 118 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: We love coming here for the beautiful rooftop bar and views, along with the expertly crafted cocktails. Beware: there can be a long wait to get up to the roof, as the space is pretty small.

30. Mad 46 Rooftop Lounge

6.0
45 E 46th St., 19th Floor (btwn Madison & Vanderbilt Aves), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Midtown East · 37 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Located on the 19th floor, this is a great place for after work drinks, with indoor and outdoor spaces and nightly events. Watch out for the door policy.

31. Midtown 1015

1015 2nd Ave (at E 53rd St), New York, NY
Bar · Midtown East · 49 tips and reviews

Mike H.Mike Horn: Whatever...Awesome rooftop in the summer. Better during the week because you can actually move your body.

32. Aretsky's Patroon

8.2
160 E 46th St (btwn Lexington & 3rd Ave.), New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Turtle Bay · 36 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Perfect place for a power lunch or a business dinner. Visit the roof to have a drink or a cigar with your fellow suit wearers.

33. Salon de Ning

8.1
The Peninsula New York, 700 5th Ave, New York (at W 55th St), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Midtown East · 85 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: Manhattan meets Shanghai in this stunning rooftop bar. This is the place to impress out-of-towners or that special someone. Drinks are EXPENSIVE…$24 a pop! But it’s worth it.

Hi-Bar (Above 6) is one of Rooftops.

34. Hi-Bar (Above 6)

6.8
6 Columbus Cir, New York, NY
Lounge · Hell's Kitchen · 13 tips and reviews

Toni H.Toni Haber: Above 6 is a hidden gem rooftop lounge at the 6 Columbus Circle Hotel overlooking Central Park. Ask Blue Ribbon staff to unlock the keyed elevator and prepare for a relaxed time with beautiful views.

Ava Lounge is one of Rooftops.

35. Ava Lounge

210 W 55th St (btwn Broadway & 7th Ave.), New York, NY
Lounge · Theater District · 47 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The bird’s eye views of Times Square are jawdroppingly spectacular. However, the bouncers, waitstaff, prices and antiquated elevators ruin the entire experience.

36. Bar 54

7.9
135 W 45th St (7th Avenue), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · Theater District · 48 tips and reviews

Johnny K.Johnny Kwak: Their complimentary popcorn is more addictive than crack!

Local West is one of Rooftops.

37. Local West

5.7
1 Penn Plaza (at 33rd St & 8th Ave), New York, NY
Pub · Chelsea · 81 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: A great spot to enjoy rooftop drinks before or after a game, or to sit and watch a game on one of their countless TVs. The French Onion Burger is our go to food here.

Refinery Rooftop is one of Rooftops.

38. Refinery Rooftop

8.5
63 W 38th St (at 6th Ave), New York, NY
Lounge · Garment District · 173 tips and reviews

The New YorkerThe New Yorker: “There’s a retractable glass ceiling, a fireplace, high tables and low couches, tiered plates of food, and a menu of Bites, Dips, Flats, Crispies, and Balls.” Read more.

39. Supernova

226 W 52nd St, New York, NY
New American Restaurant · Theater District · 11 tips and reviews

Gilles R.Gilles Rebmann: Best place to have a drink afrer work, what a view.

The Skylark is one of Rooftops.

40. The Skylark

8.5
200 W 39th St (at 7th Ave), New York, NY
Lounge · Garment District · 79 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: You can even manage to keep things semi-healthy (minus the drinking) if you step up to some jicama wraps stuffed with wasabi, wild salmon, and veggies. Read more.

41. The View Restaurant & Lounge

1535 Broadway (47th & 48th Fl), New York, NY
Restaurant · Theater District · 188 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: For the best experience, go at night, the lights of the city are spectacular. Come after a broadway show and enjoy a cocktail or two, a burger and the pork buns.

42. VU Bar NYC

17 W 32nd St (rooftop) (btwn 5th And 6th Ave.), New York, NY
Bar · Koreatown · 54 tips and reviews

The Corcoran GroupThe Corcoran Group: The perfect rooftop escape that is still manages to be a well-kept secret. On the 14th floor of the La Quinta hotel serving outdoor drinks and views of the Empire State Building.

Tavern 29 is one of Rooftops.

43. Tavern 29

7.5
47 E 29th St (Park Ave), New York, NY
Bar · NoMad · 104 tips and reviews

Time Out New YorkTime Out New York: On top of a 19th-century townhouse sits this German-inspired beer garden. You’ll have to journey through two floors of crowds and thumping music to get there, but it’s worth the fresh air and steins.

The Johnston Room is one of Rooftops.

44. The Johnston Room

1170 Broadway, New York, NY
Lounge · NoMad · No tips or reviews
JIMMY is one of Rooftops.

45. JIMMY

8.4
15 Thompson St. (at Grand St), New York, NY
Cocktail Bar · SoHo · 158 tips and reviews
LOCL is one of Rooftops.

46. LOCL

6.5
2178 Broadway (at W 77th St), New York, NY
Hotel Bar · Upper West Side · 8 tips and reviews