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    Glass Ceiling Rooftop

    3.4 (210 reviews)
    Closed • 4:30 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Spicy tuna crispy rice
    Marie Ragy R.

    Came here unexpectedly one night. The guards out front were nice and were able to let us know if their kitchen was closed before we went up. There was a small private event going on but we were still able to get a table for 3 right away without a reservation. The place is spacious and wasn't crowded. The host greeted us very warmly. Where we sat we had a good view of the top of the Empire State Building. Our drinks were good and our food was even better, and it didn't take long to come out. I had the out of control drink, it was delicious. Lychee and coconut. For food we ordered the Not the Margherita pizza. It was fresh, delicious, and the crust was thin. We also got the spicy tuna and lobstah crispy rice. Both were delicious. We ordered the lobstah one 2x. They give you ample lobster and tuna. The spicy mayo is very good. It was a nice night and we enjoyed our meal here. This is a cute place for a date night. Music was good and it wasn't too crowded or loud.

    Tamila B.

    What a fun place! Did brunch with my daughter today. We sat at the bar. Music was good, ambiance was lovely. Nice view of the Empire State Building. Bloody Mary was delicious! Bartenders were great & so accommodating!

    Gossip Girl
    Jasmere W.

    The food, service, & ambiance 10/10. Love this rooftop so much Follow Me On IG: Travelwithjasmere_ for more great NYC Spots & beyond

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    Tamara L.

    I thought our server Andrew was accommodating and the perfect vibe for our group. We did bottomless drinks for brunch and boy did we have our fill. The food itself was solid, nothing extraordinary but not bad. For mimosas I only drank the orange because the other juices seemed too think. My friend got the cranberry sage which didn't blend into the drink. It sunk to the bottom. If you go in winter it is a little cold. But this spot is for sure a good time.

    Stephanie C.

    While visiting a friend in NYC, my friend wanted to check out this spot and you get a really great view of the skyline. We ended up going on a dreary, drizzly day, so we could not sit on the patio but I really enjoyed the fact that the space felt super airy and light! There was an event that was being set up next to our table, but it wasn't really disruptive. It was really cool to see that the space was allowing a hosted event like that, even though their bar area was getting pretty full. We went around 430-5pm to catch happy hour and it was absolutely lovely! It was fairly easy to find, once you figured out the entrance, and getting to the roof was pretty simple. Everyone was super friendly and the drinks were pretty good. I didn't get any food but would love to come back and check it out more thoroughly!

    Vivek D.

    Came here simply for a drink on a whim during happy hour as it was close to our dinner reservation at Hangawi. It's fairly nondescript as you have to enter what looks like a small office building and take the elevator up. Once you make it up, then you get the airy feel of being up on the rooftop. Not knowing that you can't just grab drinks at the bar, we were seated for drinks. We had a small table that looked over a random building. Had a drink and that was it. I know most people's reviews are either in the evening or during brunch, so I can't attest to that. I will say the bathroom was clean, though I'm sure it gets packed during the busy hours.

    Almira F.

    After going to 2 other rooftop places in the same neighborhood both not open yet ( they open at 5/6pm - they should really open earlier imo), I stumbled into this venue which is close to our dinner reservation. It had a speakeasy feel , located in a small building on the top floor (4th). I didn't think it Would be as nice , It's a good surprise , it's a place for a drink or two with a view of the Empire State ( better at night ). I like the open concept and airy atmosphere. If you decide to sit in the small outdoor area, it's facing the virgin hotel that has a gorgeous terrace . Inside in the middle has inviting couches , nice furniture . The seating outside could use some work, better decoration , etc . Good spot for a quick drink . Service is above average , friendly .

    Tracy C.

    I loved this place! The hostess and wait staff did seem to be a bit uppity, but the bartender was terrific and was busting her butt for the entire restaurant. We only went for drinks, but we need to go back for the food. The view is incredible, the ambiance is upscale chill. Nice enough bathroom but single stall. Cute spot.

    This place has great vibes and we were lucky to get Prisca as our server to brought the vibes even higher! This place does bottomless mimosas right! The food was delicious! Good music. Glad we came here!

    First, lets start with the ambience. I thought the spot was very Cutesy! From decor, to vibes, immaculate . We came on a rainy day and it really set a very calm and enjoyable ambience. The Host in the front was super friendly and he was very welcoming. We were seated and we were greeted by the waiter, Andrew. This is where things go south. We were given the menu, and we needed a couple more minutes to decide. We told him we needed that and so he left. He comes back a few moments later and we asked him what he recommended (he gave us options). So the three of us were deciding amongst ourself what we wanted (based on his recommendations). I guess this offended him?! He then says in a really rude and condescending tone "ummm, im right here ladies, you can speak to me". I have never been too stunned to speak. I thought this was so rude and we felt rushed to order. He then proceeds to apologize after realizing how rude he was being by saying "sorry if that was rude". We decided we would not judge this place by this experience. Maybe Andrew was having a bad day. But throughout our time there, he continued to speak to us in a condescending way. When we finished our food and he came over to pick up plates, we tried to help him tidy up the plates and give it to him. He responded to that by telling us "you can hold on to that and just give me that" (regarding our plates). Idk it was very off putting the way he was speaking to us. To top it off, we were given the bill and we were accidentally overcharged, but we understand that mistakes can happen. On the other hand, Edgar the busser was amazing. He should be a waiter instead. He made our experience all the better. Now onto the food, we got the smash burger 10/10, flatbread Margherita 10/10. The B.A.L.T was good but the sourdough was tough. With that note, i still think that this place has lots of potential and deserves a shot. Just, please be compassionate and kind to others. Not even from a customer standpoint but from a human to another human

    Steph W.

    Came right after work on a rainy Tuesday and it was 80% empty. The place has beautiful decor and probably even more beautiful on a sunny day. Staff was friendly. Only 1 elevator which can be miserably slow waiting for. Cocktails are priced around $18

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    Had a great time here! Lovely ambiance and the covering was great - could even enjoy the rooftop in the summer rain.

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    This is an amazing bar with super friendly staff and a beautiful view, definitely try the burger and Guac.

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    Paradise Lost - Beautiful interior

    Paradise Lost

    4.4(173 reviews)
    1.3 mi•East 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!

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    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)
    0.1 mi•Koreatown, 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

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    Beautiful interiors

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    Refinery Rooftop

    Refinery Rooftop

    3.8(1.4k reviews)
    0.5 mi•Midtown West
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    Very surprised by our brunch at the rooftop. It was a rainy day but still had a really nice…read moreambiance. I do suggest making a reservation, this is on the top of a nice hotel. Our waitress was really nice and the service was so quick! First and foremost if I had to describe our brunch in one word it would be FLAVOR! Everything I ate had such a bold flavor to it. I'll start with the side of bacon, this had such a beautiful smoky flavor like it had been smoked all morning and was the perfect level of crisp and melt in your mouth. Next is the chicken and waffles. Normally this is just some chicken fingers on a waffle but not here! This was an actual piece of chicken that was seasoned and cooked with an amazing breading, juicy and delicious! The waffle had the perfect cook with crisp but not cutting your gums up in your mouth and with the butter and syrup it soaked up for a nice bite. Where I think the star was lost for us is on the avocado toast, while it was delicious with the jammy egg, there was too much avocado for the bread and the lime/citrus flavor took away from the natural flavor of the avocado spread. Guava juice with redbull was great and they gave us ice on the side for our drinks which isn't typical at a lot of NY restaurants.

    Great ambiance. You are on a rooftop in manhattan!…read more It feels like this place is always packed, strongly recommend a reservation before any visit. Otherwise there is limited standing room at the bar. Can't wait to go back.

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