Rooftop Dining in Times Square

Spring has sprung and that means it’s time to put away the puffy coats and scarves, bring out the warm weather fashions and make plans to enjoy all that the city has to offer. Here is a list of recently opened and classic rooftop dining experiences on behalf of the Times Square Alliance. There’s a diverse group of destinations with food and drink to relish while you enjoy stellar views in the heart of midtown. Make plans to visit these top spots when you’re in the Times Square neighborhood for a show, shopping, or when touring in midtown. They are great for New Yorkers and guests of the city.

Bar Sprezzatura (790 8^th Avenue, 16^th Floor) – Located at the Kimpton Hotel Theta, the new Bar Sprezzatura is inspired by the Italian Riviera and features signature spritzes, martinis and refined stuzzichini. As a picturesque setting for an aperitivo, pre-theater drinks or dining experience, Bar Sprezzatura is open daily for breakfast, lunch, happy hour, and dinner. @barsprezzatura

Interlude Rooftop Lounge (150 West 48^th Street, 38^th Floor) – As a sanctuary in the sky with panoramic views, the Interlude Rooftop Lounge serves craft cocktails and snacks/small plates ofsalumi, burrata and gourmet cheese, chips and dip, and more. Open Sunday to Tuesday from 6 pm to 12 pm, and Friday & Saturday from 6 pm to 2 am. @interluderooftop

Sushi Lab (132 West 47th Street) – Perched atop the Sanctuary Hotel New York, Sushi Lab elevates the omakase experience on their rooftop garden terrace, filled with greenery and wood décor. In addition to à la carte items, sushi enthusiasts can choose from the popular “Chef’s Selection” which includes 11 signature courses or “The Lab Experience” of 15 signature courses with some of the finest ingredients like fresh truffle, wagyu, and caviar. Reservations are highly recommended. @sushilab.nyc

Haven Rooftop (132 West 47th Street) – Also located at the top of the Sanctuary Hotel New York, Haven Rooftop offers a welcome retreat from the bustling streets below and features lush greenery accents throughout the 2500 square-foot space, as well as plush seating areas and intimate cabanas.@havenrooftop

Beast & Butterflies (226 West 52nd Street) – Located at the M Social Hotel in Times Square, Beast & Butterflies is a secluded oasis featuring a wraparound terrace and indoor glass perch. Escape the city below and drop in for a glass of wine, a curated cocktail and some bites. @MSocialNewYork

St. Cloud gin cocktail (Photo courtesy of the hotel)

St. Cloud Rooftop (6 Times Square) – Located on the 17^th floor of the Knickerbocker Hotel, this stylish rooftop spot features breathtaking cityscape views with stylish indoor and outdoor seating, crafted cocktails, craft beers, and seasonally inspired small plates. For a more intimate dining experience, check out the exclusive Waterford Crystal Lounge or the ultra-luxe private room. @StCloudNYC

The Terrace and Outdoor Garden (701 West 47th Street) – Visit the top of the Times Square Edition Hotel and step into a lush garden-like oasis, housing an all-day eatery inspired by the French brasseries and American chophouses that chef and restaurateur John Fraser worked at early in his career. The hearty menu includes homemade pastas, steaks, and chops as well as a variety of vegetable dishes, always a signature of Fraser’s restaurants. @terraceatedition

cloudM (218 West 50th Street) – Atop the at citizenM Hotel, guests will find a chic indoor/outdoor rooftop bar, featuring sleek, modern décor and a cool ambience, with scenic skyline views that make for an epic above-the-city experience. @citizenm

Bar 54 (135 West 45^th Street) – Located on the 54^th Floor of the Hyatt Centric Times Square, Bar 54 offers unparalleled views of midtown and lower Manhattan and features an expansive outdoor terrace and a playful cocktail menu. Open daily from 4 pm. @barfiftyfourThe Dickens 

The Dickens (783 8^th Avenue) – Known as one of the district’s largest Broadway cocktail bars, The Dickens is a literary-themed multiplex open for dinner, drinks and dancing. The bar features a first floor cocktail bar and restaurant, The Genie’s Lounge, a party venue at the whiskey-themed Studio Bar, The 3D Bar & Lounge, and a rooftop. @TheDickensnyc

Brooklyn Chop House (253 West 47th Street) – Brooklyn Chop House fuses the traditional steakhouse with Asian cuisine, offering steakhouse classics like dry-aged 30–45-day prime steaks while also turning diner staples like pastrami, Philly cheesesteaks, and Reubens into dumplings. In addition to an extensive rooftop bar, complete with elegant lighting, a retractable glass roof, and live greenery that lines the walls and ceilings, this five-level Times Square establishment includes six private dining rooms and three bars.@brooklynchophouse

The Perfect Pint (123 West 45th Street) – The four-story restaurant features a unique rooftop bar, the “Top of the Pint,” designed to resemble a thatched Irish cottage. Grab a seat on a barstool crafted from beer kegs and enjoy a drink from a selection of 40 beers on tap and an assortment of fresh cocktails.@theperfectpintnyc

Connolly’s Times Square (121 West 45^th Street) – Spanning three floors, Connolly’s also features a rooftop bar offering guests a spirited Irish atmosphere and menu, featuring Guinness Grilled Rib Steak, Gaelic Burger, Bangers & Mash, Irish Stew and more.

Playwright Celtic Pub (732 8^th Avenue) – Also waving the green, white and orange flag, the Playwright Celtic Pub is open seven days a week from 10 am to 4 am, spanning across four floors and a roof deck. 

We know that our readers will want to refer to this list often. Gather your group. Fun and food is yours to enjoy!