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    Darling

    3.2 (90 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    DARLING ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Upscale
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Escargot
    Jenette S.

    Lobby people are pretty pretentious but the girls at the top were a lot nicer. We checked in and were seated to a VIP seat overlooking all of Central Park. It was spectacular... the chairs are heavy ass metal patio furniture so it's a bitch to move them in or get out as a small lady. The shrimp toast are probably one of the things I've eaten in a long time! Like I dream about them! Wait staff was nice and it's such a vibe in there. Ohh and the drinks, perfection, everything we ordered was strong but delicious.

    Old fashioned
    Mike J.

    Breathtaking view and good drinks!! The place has undergone some new furniture renovations, and they boost the aesthetic and ambiance of the bar. The view is beautiful. Drinks were made well and strong. Excellent customer service! Live DJ could've been a little better, but the best feature is view and drinks. Mac and cheese croquettes were pretty good as well, 7/10. Get here.

    Rooftop view
    Olivia H.

    Darling has such an incredible rooftop view of Central Park and the NYC skyline - it's an absolute must! The lounge at night has a DJ and the vibe is more like a night club (but smaller and more intimate). In the morning, the complimentary buffet breakfast is served for hotel guests and it's a calm, peaceful setting. We shared mimosas, fresh fruit and other breakfast essentials with a gorgeous view overlooking the city. One of our best hotel experiences and absolutely worth it!

    View outside window
    Kassidy R.

    We were on vacation excited to see a view of Central Park at a cute bar. We had a reservation for the rooftop and they sat us in the back corner at a cloudy window we could barely see out of. On top of that, it took 20 minutes to get our drinks to us. During this wait, I walked around the corner to the clear windows so I could see the beautiful view and take literally one picture. I immediately got yelled at for being "too close to the window and disturbing guests during dinner" ....i took one photo and there weren't guests within 5 feet of me on either side.This place was very disappointing. I guess you can't be a "tourist" here and expect to take one photo or even see the view let alone expect good service. At least I got the sub par photo.

    Charcuterie remnants. I've got to remember to take the pic before I eat!
    Tamara T.

    I met a friend there for dinner recently and, based on several reviews here, came prepared for the worst (I had a bite to eat beforehand, just in case). The experience I had there was terrific. The views were incredible. The music was not nearly as intrusive as I anticipated; in fact, it was ambient because I could actually conversate. The only snafu was the fryer wasn't ready to prepare our orders right away, so we had to order a delicious charcuterie board in the meantime (clever upsell). Our server was the picture of patience as we remained undecided each time she returned for our order (actually, we were catching up and forgot to look at the menu), and she gave us great advice on what to order along the way; I enjoyed everything we ate. (This probably means less than zero to most people, but I noticed that the staffers were all quite photogenic like they were the cast of a show. Just an interesting observation.) My experience, from sitting in the hotel lobby to the extra time they gave us to dine and gab, was great. I enjoyed myself, and I plan to visit again in the future.

    Deborah L.

    Great spot with spectacular views of Central Park and Midtown. The Host and manager was so sweet and accommodating and he set us up. We also thoroughly enjoyed our complimentary glass of Prosecco. We also enjoyed our Charcuterie board and veggie spring rolls. They had a great DJ and the music adds to the ambiance. Mixed crowd but mostly on the young side. Really pretty hotel with clean bathrooms.

    View

    Unbeatable city and Central Park views. Amazing service and vibes. The wagyu skewers were delicious as well as our cocktails.

    Menu
    Haylee O.

    The view!!! Loud but great dj on a Thursday night. Drinks were good, but didn't love the rose lane :/

    Sabrina P.

    Solid spot for a rooftop drink, 47 floors up! Definitely recommend a Resy reservation. The hostess said our table "might not be ready" and yet there were at least 4-5 tables open where we were seated. Odd, and she was a bit unfriendly when we arrived. Otherwise, our waitress was super friendly and I appreciated that. Also odd it took a bit of time before we were served water that I also had to ask for but it's ok. My boyfriend and I got the New Wave Paloma which was very refreshing. The views were great, kinda blurry with the not glass windows that were used as coverings for the outdoor / indoor area we were in but I think I would come back!

    Shrimp Ceviche
    Su S.

    Finally got up to the Rooftop......So Worth the Trip Upstairs. Da Views #Amazing...... Cocktails #Delish. The Ceviche was rather tart for my taste but the accompanying plantain chips were great; my girlfriend enjoyed the chicken sliders. Definitely a super good summer run looking forward to checking this space out for the fall or first snow for da view.

    Views
    Cynthia B.

    Came here for a drink a few months back but i just got the time to write a review. The manager Chris who also waited on us was absolutely delightful, great customer service. We didn't eat anything but the drinks, views and staff are amazing, will definitely come back!

    Amanda B.

    Went here strictly for the view and got what we came for! Only ordered drinks so cant comment on the food but they were good (overpriced) but that's NYC and a rooftop. In my opinion worth it to see Central Park but if it was anywhere else id say pick somewhere else. 4 drinks cost $155 (keep in mind tip included at 18%) (3 house margs and a glass of Veuve) Definitely more on the girly side but my boyfriend and I enjoyed it either way. You have to take a elevator up to the 46th floor of the Park Lane hotel then walk up stairs to the 47th floor. I think it would be super cute for a girls dinner, night out, etc. Fun to visit!

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    Slow, slowwww service. View not worth it. Didn't get a chance to try the food because service was so slow.

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    Probably the worst service I've ever experienced. Extremely weird vibes. Amazing views though lol

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    Had fun, staff was great and views were awesome. Not sure why so many negative comments - maybe tourists that are not use to the city.

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    Ask the Community - Darling

    Is there a minimum spend or cover to visit?

    no !

    Is the outdoor terrace all weather given the cold weekend upon us?

    Yes because it is all enclosed.

    Review Highlights - Darling

    Delicious food, great drinks, service is friendly and attentive, the ambiance is chill with sexy Central Park views.

    Mentioned in 19 reviews

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    Valerie

    Valerie

    4.3(1.4k reviews)
    0.6 miMidtown West
    $$

    My wife and I took our kids (10 and 16 year old boys) to this place on our last evening in NYC. We…read morewere looking for a place that had a nice ambiance and good food. Ambiance: This place has a nice ambiance, definitely very "New York" -- dark (you can't see how dirty the floor is) and loud music (maybe too loud). We sat upstairs (we had a reservation) and of all the people on the top there was a party of 4 (us), a party of 8 (all dudes celebrating something) and the rest of the tables were on a DATE - which I thought was funny. Service: We were served by Ann-Marie who was so delightful. She was kind, super nice, and took the time to speak to us (which is basically how we figured out she wasn't a native New York City person). She gave us good food suggestions and we were very happy with our selection. Food: Here is what we ordered * Steak Frites: My two boys got the steak frites and I have to say the steak was awesome! I had a bite of each of theirs and they each ordered it differently (one Medium Rare/Medium and one Medium) and they both were prepared PERFECTLY. The fries were overflowing. * Caeser Salad with Salmon: My wife got the salad with Salmon (they only have a few salad options) and she enjoyed it. * Prawn and Crab Risotto: I got this and I have to say it was VERY bland. I wouldn't get this if you are looking for taste. I had to put salt and pepper on it to make it have any semblance of taste. Value/Price: I would say this is not over priced but it is not cheap either...bill is attached. I would recommend it to folks who are looking for a good place to either go out on a date or a family type meal.

    Midtown between 5th and 6th is mostly sad salad chains and tourist traps, so Valerie is doing more…read morework than it should have to. Went today, pre-theater crowd already forming at 5. It's better than it needs to be, which in this neighborhood counts for a lot. The room is the star. Brass, smoked mirrors, marble, wallpaper with burlesque dancers, very Gatsby cosplay but done with actual money. Think the Campbell at Grand Central, minus the $28 martini attitude. It's also LOUD downstairs. Ask for upstairs if you want to hear your date. Gin is the program here and they take it seriously, house-infused bottles paired with specific tonics, not an afterthought. My G&T was legitimately well built. Food from chef JC Colón is better than cocktail-bar standard: truffle fries in duck fat are worth it, the lobster mac at $31 is rich and fine but you've had it before. Skip dessert. The steak frites at $48 is where I'd tap out, that's real-restaurant money for bar food execution. Here's the move though: weekday happy hour, 4 to 7. Dollar oysters and $13 cocktails in a room this pretty is one of the best deals in Midtown, full stop. Service was warm and fast even slammed. Not a destination, but if you're near Bryant Park or seeing a show, this beats everything else within five blocks. Book ahead, walk-ins were getting turned away by 5:30.

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    Paradise Lost - Beautiful interior

    Paradise Lost

    4.4(172 reviews)
    2.7 miEast Village

    Thank goodness we FOUND paradise LOST. You ring the doorbell, and are buzzed in to be put on the…read morelist. For my group of 2, it was approximately a 25 minute wait on a Saturday at 7. We jumped over to the bar right beside and drank some girly drinks before getting the notification our table was ready. As with nearly every establishment in NYC, it is very close quarters in paradise lost. We stood at a table while waiting for seats at the bar to become available. Which, we didn't mind. I could see how this might be a little harder to get a seat for a bigger group if you aren't there before 6. It seemed that once a group got a big table, they camped out. The drinks were strong and creative. Friendly bartenders, good music, and yummy options for bar snacks. Also, the bathroom is a nice touch. Given the hell theming for the bar, the bathroom is a 180 and while using the Lou, you can listen to the bible being recited. Theres also a spooky surprise if you press the button in the bathroom. Speaking of the bathroom, it is at the bottom of some decently narrow stairs. So, try and stay sober enough for stairs or you may fall. Go to this bar. You will have fun.

    The vibe is cute, and the ambiance is cute, but everything is overpriced, although most tiki bars…read moreare. I don't know if I've ever had such a bad pina colada in my life at a tiki bar. I mean, I've had bad pina coladas at dive bars, but I expected more from this place. I would say it was very strong, though, so you know what? That's a good thing to be very strong for that price I'm paying. The spam musubi was also a rip-off. You see two here, but each one costs its own $10, so save your money. Eat somewhere else. Eat a pizza across the street.

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    Paradise Lost - Amazing atmosphere!

    Amazing atmosphere!

    Paradise Lost - Beware the shark!

    Beware the shark!

    Paradise Lost - Damned Dumplings ($10) and Kappa Krab Roll ($15)

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    Damned Dumplings ($10) and Kappa Krab Roll ($15)

    Osamil Upstairs - Ambiance / vibe

    Osamil Upstairs

    4.3(146 reviews)
    1.3 miKoreatown, Midtown West

    When you enter Osamil, the hostess will take you to a door near the bar that has a coded entry…read more It'll look like youre going up some random stairs until the lights slowly get dimmer and you reach the top with a red door. As soon as you open the door youre greeted with your party's name and brought to your seats. We opted to sit at the bar but there are tables to the left of the bar and a large sitting room to the left. The staff is very attentive and you will interact with them more than the bartender. We started off by ordering the Welcome Drink which is a bit if an aperitif and "gets your palette" so to speak. It was light, fruity, and a nice way to start the night. My first drink was the Adulting and they present it with a spritz if irange blossom. It is definitely a sipping drink due to the 14yr Balvenie. My second drink, Omija, was a lighter drink comparatively. The clarified yogurt gave it a bit of sweetness most Yakult drinkers are familiar with. My partner had both the 5th Ave and Iced Latte. Fair warning on the latte as the oat milk topping has a bit of a jelly consistency. It wasnt unpleasant but was a bit if a surprise when we went for an initial sip. Overall the Upstairs gives a very pampered and sophisticated feel that coordinates with the dining downstairs.

    A beautiful tastefully done Speak Easy on the upper level of a bar in Koreatown. You can get their…read morethrough an elevator or better still take the century old staircase! They have an amazing selection of mixed drinks and other types of alcohol. We got a cheese martini, a mezcal drink and a non alcoholic citrusy drink that tasted awesome! The drinks are priced at a premium (~$25 each) but the favors are worth it! Give it a try!

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    Osamil Upstairs - Chill ambience

    Chill ambience

    Osamil Upstairs - Beautiful interiors

    Beautiful interiors

    Osamil Upstairs - Inside coach seat area

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    Inside coach seat area

    Lillie's Victorian Establishment

    Lillie's Victorian Establishment

    3.9(2.1k reviews)
    0.6 miTheater District, Midtown West
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Free WiFi

    Lillie's is always a good place to stop in for a drink. The flower decor changes…read more We sat at the bar and had a hummus plate which was a decent portion and tasty. Bartenders are attentive even when it's busts

    Absolutely awful experience. Never again. Do NOT recommend…read more One of the staff, in charge of refilling water, spilled water on our table multiple times. I watched him spill on other tables as well. He never apologized. He never wiped it up. Then 4th time he filled our glasses, he spilled the water on my wife. He did not apologize. He did not even acknowledge it and it was very clear that he noticed he did it. My wife, quite restrained, let our waitress know what happened. Her response: "What do you want me to do about it?" My wife said that he should not serving water if he doesn't know how to pour it properly. The waitress, moments later, told him what we had said, merely inches from our tables. Beyond awkward. And, instead of coming over and apologizing, he simply never returned to our table. No more water. The waitress had an attitude with us since we sat down - no idea what we could have done - unsure what was going on - but it was beyond unpleasant. Most of our "table conversation" was about how lousy the staff were acting and how uncomfortable we felt along with how much we couldn't wait to leave. We had shared an appetizer and had no interest in ordering anything else after that. We paid. We left. I feel stupid for tipping them.

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    Lillie's Victorian Establishment
    Lillie's Victorian Establishment
    Lillie's Victorian Establishment

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    Darling - lounges - Updated September 2026

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