Rooftop Bars to Seize the Last Summer Breeze
Who says that summer is over? Although autumn is just around the corner, it’s perfect weather to grab a drink after work or to enjoy stunning Manhattan views with cool summer breeze at night.
It’s not late to chill out and sip a cocktail or a glass of wine in high above the city with spectacular views at one of the best rooftop bars in NYC.
We have found must-visit rooftop bars from modern and sophisticated midtown hotel rooftops to laid-back Brooklyn hidden gems.
Lower East Side: TikiTabu, 190 Allen St, New York, NY
Tiki Tabu is a pop-up rooftop bar located on the seventh floor of the Sixty LES Hotel. The bar brings Hawaiian tropical ambience including palm-printed couches, traditional tiki cups, a mural painted by artist Gilvane Peck, and even bamboo decorated hand dryers at the toilets. The view is splendid and their food menu is supplied by Blue Ribbon. Since it’s a pop-up, they will last till the end of September. So, if you are interested in, don’t put it back.
Battery Park: Loopy Doopy, 102 North End Ave, New York, NY
Loopy Doopy is a witty named rooftop bar at the 16th floor of Conrad Hotel offering killer views of Statue of Liberty and lower Manhattan. Not only for its breathtaking views, but also the venue is famous for unique cocktails. At the Loopy Doopy bar, you will see that most people have ice pop dipped in a boozy cocktail and wonder what it is. Their signature cocktail, the boozy ice pop, is famous for alcohol infused fruit ice pops including blueberry, peach, strawberry and seasonal fruits. The place is not big, but their creative drinks set Loopy Doopy apart from the rests.
Meatpacking: Le Bain At The Standard, 848 Washington St, New York, NY
Getting into the trendy discotheque rooftop bar might be tough but your efforts will be paid off once you are in. Sipping a cocktail at this hip place, you can watch spectacular sunset views of the Hudson River and downtown Manhattan. Your romantic evening would have to end at Le Bain especially after you stroll along the High Line. Their plunge pool, waterbeds for lounging, and bathing suit vending machine will bring you an unforgettable summer night. Watch fashion forward trendy people and the city views while trying their amazing killer mojitos and a crepe.
Chelsea: Gallow Green, 542 W 27th St, New York, NY
It is a beautiful space on the rooftop of McKittrick Hotel in Chelsea. When you get into the rooftop bar, the atmosphere looks like some forest in a fairy tale, a magical ambiance with greenery, flowers, and the breeze. Bewitching outdoor green garden with vintage train tracks and boxcars makes you forget that you are in the city. The outdoor space is perfect for summer with live jazz music. They also offer $35 per person rooftop garden brunch on weekends and reservation is required.
Williamsburg: The Ides, 80 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Williamsburg is a growing hip village if you want to explore outside of NYC. At the Wythe Hotel, art-deco inspired rooftop ‘The Ides’ is one of famous and beloved placed by the local residents for amazing Manhattan East River views. As the word-of-mouth spreads quickly, the line for The Ides is long enough up to the corner of the entire street on weekends. Unlike Manhattan luxury hotels, drinks are priced more reasonable (starts from $5 to $14) with hors d’oeuvres and canapés, as well as buffet-style breakfasts, brunches, and lunches.