Rooftop Season in Full Swing: 9 ultra-glam rooftops around NYC
Midtown Gems
Venture to Midtown West for this rooftop, perched on the 27th story of the Civilian Hotel. Starchild is outfitted with a convenient retractable roof, so you can take in the views even if the weather is misbehaving—it also allows this spot to be open year-round, so you don’t have to wait for summer weather. One big standout at Starchild is the music; on weekends, DJs play house, funk, soul and disco.
NoMad Hotspot
Apotheke NoMad Rooftop. The beloved Chinatown speakeasy-style bar Apotheke opened up a new location in NoMad last summer, complete with a year-round rooftop terrace. A private elevator leads up to this penthouse lounge, where you can take in views of a wall composed of stained glass windows, which were designed by the late Christopher Tierney. Then, make your way out to the rooftop terrace, where there’s a garden full of plants and herbs that you can personally sample in your drink, thanks to the inventive “Garden-to-Glass” cocktail menu. There’s also a raw bar serving up sustainable caviar, making it a chic locale for your next date night.
Meatpacking Hotspots
New York City’s buzziest, celebrity-favorite Meatpacking seafood restaurant brings a glassed-in penthouse lounge and rooftop deck. The restaurant’s outdoor dining is back just in time for summer with seasonal specials; stop by for cocktails or come during the day to enjoy the$28 per person prix fixe brunch on the rooftop while taking in panoramic views of the city.
Art and Appreciation
The Whitney. For a little culture with your cocktails, head to the Whitney’s rooftop for impeccable views and yes, drinks. The famous art museum stays open late on Friday nights from 7 pm to 10 pm, and allows visitors to view new and old exhibits before hitting the bar, which has an indoor-outdoor set-up in case of inclement weather. Whether you’re a tourist or a local looking for more excitement, this makes for the perfect summer evening out.
Downtown Flavors
Loopy Doopy Rooftop Bar, on the 16th floor of the Conrad New York Downtown hotel, went viral for its Instagram-famous “poptails,” which took the city by storm when it first opened over a decade ago. The buzz has only grown in the years since; the boozy, artisanal ice pops are served in Prosecco or Rose that’s on tap, and flavors change monthly—past options include the Raspberry Moscow Mule and Lemon-Jasmine Gin. This downtown hotspot also gives folks dreamy views of the Hudson River and the Statue of Liberty, for the ultimate Instagram-worthy moment.
Rooftop Cinema Club
Rooftop Cinema Club Midtown.
If you’re hoping for photo-worthy views of the city but want something more than just standing at the bar, catch a movie at thisMidtown movie club. Grab snacks and enjoy a series of cult classic films outside in the rooftop cinema from Thursday to Sunday, donning wireless headphones to immerse yourself in the experience even better.
Dumbo Delight
SoHo Chic
*. The Highlight Room.”
This garden in the sky is 16 storeys high at the trendy Moxy Lower EastSide. The Tao Group bar specializes in cocktails like the spicy, sweet potato waffe-fries, and perfects the view of nearby landmark, the Empire.
Conclusion: For a taste of style, culture, and view-gazing, look out of these 9 ultra-stellar rooftops around nyc. Whether you grab an Instagram-worthy cocktail the morning after, enjoy in movie night, or hang by the pool, each of these spots caters to a unique part of your inner social critic or party animal. Stay refreshed, and get cozy up high!
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